The drama continues on episodes 8, 9, and 10 of Smash. In a bold move, Derek actually tries to hijack the show from Tom and Julia by finding another songwriter (OneRepublic's Ryan Tedder) and convincing Karen to help him stage a new number, "Touch Me." If he was looking to take the show in another direction, he certainly did with this one. But the verdict comes in against the sexy, pop-inspired performance when Tom and Julia are finally invited to view it. Thanks in part to a morality check from...
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Tags: Smash, Smash Files, Grace Gummer, OneRepublic, Ryan Tedder, Raven-Symone, Daniel Radcliffe, Godspell, Ken Davenport, Uma Thurman, Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark, Sister Act, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
The Broadway revival of How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying has been immensely popular since it debuted with Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe's face prominently displayed on the marquee, posters, and Playbills. After a fleeting, 3-week run with Glee vet Darren Criss headlining, The Jonas Brothers' own Nick Jonas stepped in to take on the iconic role of J. Pierrepont Finch. With such attention focusing on these young superstars, the show has reached an audience far outside the boun...
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Tags: Theatre Reviews, Broadway, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Nick Jonas, Beau Bridges, Michael Urie, Tammy Blanchard, Stephanie Rothenberg, Ellen Harvey, Sara Jean Ford, Rob Ashford
It's no secret that Broadway doesn't exactly have a reputation for appealing to the average male demographic. And while I would argue that if the guys just gave most of the fine musicals on Broadway a chance that they would be surprised at how much they like them, virtually no show appeals to everyone. Thankfully, there are several productions that wives, girlfriends, etc... shouldn't have to drag their men to, and if they do, shouldn't be hearing any complaints afterward. After all, as Neil Pat...
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Tags: Avenue Q, Broadway, Catch Me If You Can, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Jersey Boys, Million Dollar Quartet, Musicals, Rock of Ages, Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark, Stomp, The Book of Mormon, Wicked