The three Democrats running for California’s open Senate seat sought to define their differences at their first debate tonight, but the the real flashpoint was with the sole Republican on the stage, Steve Garvey, and where he stood on Donald Trump.
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Recent events in Gaza could lead some to view Joshua Harmon’s blistering, funny and heartbreaking Prayer for the French Republic as uncannily prophetic, but let’s not give the playwright overmuch credit for foresight: The play, opening tonight at Broadway‘s Samuel J. Friedman Theatre after a sold-out run Off Broadway in 2022, would have been as timely a decade ago – two decades, three decades, more – and will likely be as timely at any point in a future most of us will live to see.
The play, which takes its title from a prayer recited in French synagogues since the late 1800s, is a sprawling family comedy-drama that moves easily between the immediate aftermath of the Holocaust and the second decade of the 21st Century. Zionism, antisemitism and the attempted crushing of Jews throughout history is the subject, and it’s anyone’s guess how Harmon, director David Cromer and an exemplary cast wring laughs from the topics, but wring them they do.
The winner of just about every Off Broadway award there is to be had, Prayer, in this Manhattan Theatre Club production, makes a smooth, nearly flawless transition to the Broadway stage, with most of the original cast intact along with a big name TV star in ER‘s Anthony Edwards along for the move.
Edwards plays Patrick Saloman, our narrator and guide through the decades, a secular Jew – actually half-Jew, he is quick to point out, his late mother being Catholic – and the brother of Marcelle Saloman Benhamou (Leopoldstadt‘s astounding Betsy Aidem), a professor who, in 2016 Paris, is a sort of bridge between the postwar secularism of the Saloman family and the religiosity of her husband’s Benhamou family.
If Patrick disdains his sister’s move away from secularism, he and the entire
The three Democrats running for California’s open Senate seat sought to define their differences at their first debate tonight, but the the real flashpoint was with the sole Republican on the stage, Steve Garvey, and where he stood on Donald Trump.
The US Sun on Friday. “I would certainly show up,” the actress enthused about a possible reboot.
Luis Miguel has a unique ability to surprise his fans, and he did just that on Thursday night after his concert at the Olympic Stadium in the Dominican Republic. About to board his helicopter, the singer noticed a crowd waiting to see him from a distance and take at least one photo of him.
Criminal Minds: Evolution fans apparently will be saying goodbye to longtime cast member Josh Stewart. The actor today posted on X (fka Twitter) that “sadly, my days of playing Will LaMontagne Jr. are over,” adding “You guys have been the absolute best.”
Jason Priestley is forever grateful he got out of Los Angeles!
Winter doldrums and a closing night be damned: Shucked just had a very good week, with news of a planned movie adaptation and its best-ever Broadway gross of $1,111,038.
Jennifer Lopez had the time of her life in Los Angeles over the weekend. The fan-favorite musician made an unexpected appearance at The Abbey in West Hollywood, surprising guests during their Sunday Service Drag Brunch.JENNIFER LOPEZ DEBUTS NEW SONG AND MUSIC VIDEO FOR ‘CAN’T GET ENOUGH’JENNIFER LOPEZ DEFENDS BEN AFFLECK AFTER VIRAL MOMENTJENNIFER LOPEZ’S STUNNING BEVERLY HILLS’ LIVING ROOM GOES VIRALThe Hollywood star took the stage on Sunday while drag performers celebrated JLo’s latest music release.
The stars of The Bear are winners!
When it comes to travelling abroad, a number of rules exist to protect The King and other members of his family when they fly overseas and some of them are unbelievable. Whether it is bringing their own alcohol for fear of poisoning or not allowing two or more heirs to the throne to travel in the same plane - all the rules are in place for a reason.There is another important royal custom which has been bought in after a previous experience left the late Queen unprepared for her monumental return to the UK. This rule now affects every member of the Royal Family whenever they travel abroad so that a similar situation doesn't arise.
Harrison Ford was honored at the Critics Choice Awards with the Career Achievement Award and delivered a heartfelt speech.
He's been an athlete all his life but it's taken Dancing On Ice to whip retired Olympian Greg Rutherford MBE back into shape.The gold medallist, 37, has dropped over a stone since he started training on the ice with skater Vanessa James.Their training has been so intense he has even collapsed on ice. However, he feels great. “I do feel much better now that I’m training because I’ve been trying to get physically stronger.
Jon Burlingame Sometimes directors don’t want you humming the music as you leave their film. More than ever, filmmakers are seeking fresh musical approaches, especially when the subject matter is dark or fantastic. Three late-2023 releases demonstrate this with music that catches the ear in unusual ways.
Christmas may be behind us, but Winter is just getting started! With snow already hitting parts of the UK this week and temperatures plummeting, it's no surprise that Uggs are back in demand. With their shearling lining keeping our toes warm and cozy in this cold weather, Ugg slippers have quickly become a style-staple this season.
Daniel D'Addario Chief TV Critic At first blush, the three-hour runtime of “Prayer for the French Republic,” playing at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre on Broadway, seems appropriate. Though it obviously does not exist specifically in response to the events of Oct.
Ed Sheeran, The Killers, Hozier, Megan The Stallion and more have been announced to play Boston Calling 2024.The huge lineup as been unveiled today (January 9), where acts will play from May 24 to May 26 in Allston, MA. Tickets will go on sale this Thursday (January 11) at 10:00am ET – you can get yours here.On the first day, Ed Sheeran is slated to appear as a headliner; he’ll be joined by the likes of Leon Bridges, Reneé Rapp, Young the Giant, Luke Hemmings, Cannons, Ric Wilson, Madi Diaz and more.Then, country singer Tyler Childers will lead the second day.
died Thursday when the small plane they were in crashed into the ocean off a Caribbean island.Oliver, whose real name is Christian Klepser, was with daughters Madita, 12, and Annik, 10, when they died alongside their pilot, Robert Sachs.Taking to Instagram Monday, Klepser said her ex-husband and daughters are “all watching” her as she navigates the tragic loss.“From those closest to my heart, from my community, from people far away, from complete strangers… I see the messages, I hear the words and it gives me so much strength,” her statement read. “I also deeply feel Madita’s, Annik’s, and Christian’s love! They are here with me for every step and they are watching us.” Klepser, who divorced Oliver in 2022, went on to urge her followers to “keep spreading love.”“Hug your loved ones, tell them you love them, be kind to each other,” she continued.
The Mitchells gather to say their goodbyes at a family funeral, and later, an unexpected revelation shakes one married couple to their core in EastEnders spoilers.The Mitchells gather from far and wide to pay their respects at Aunt Sal’s funeral - and they are shocked when Aunt Sal’s husband, Harold Martin (David Sterne) makes a rare appearance. Sam Mitchell (Kim Medcalf) gives Ben Mitchell (Max Bowden) and Billy Mitchell (Perry Fenwick) their marching orders to attend, but Phil isn’t convinced by Sam’s sudden interest in family. Harold moves the congregation, including Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden), to tears with his eulogy for Aunt Sal.
The Golden Globes shook up the supporting actress race by awarding Da’Vine Joy Randolph the prize for her scene-stealing work in The Holdovers. Randolph has quickly become the actress to watch after her vulnerable and hilarious performance as Helen in the 1970s-set drama.
2024 Golden Globes awards ceremony takes place tonight (January 7) in Beverly Hills, California.The ceremony marks the traditional start to the awards season in cinema, and this year’s edition marks the first time the awards show has taken place since its former governing body, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, disbanded in 2023.TV production company Dick Clark Productions, along with Eldridge Industries, acquired the rights and properties to the Golden Globes in June.The event is being hosted by the comedian Jo Koy at the Beverly Hilton Hotel.The nominees for all categories were announced in December, with Barbie just edging out its summer box office rival Oppenheimer for the film with the most nominations, with a total of nine, ahead of Oppenheimer’s eight.It's almost go time
Parts of the UK will see wintry weather continue, as up to 4mm of snow is expected during a cold spell in the country, according to forecasters.