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Josh Sharpe

Josh Sharpe is the Entertainment Editor for BroadwayWorld. For as long as he can remember, he has been in love with movies and the people who make them. This passion for great storytelling has been the driving force of his career journey.

An entertainment journalist since 2018, he has extensively covered the film and television industry, with bylines in Paste Magazine, TheaterMania, Collider, and The DisInsider. Across these platforms, he has produced numerous interviews, reviews, and news pieces, with a particular emphasis on The Walt Disney Company. During this time, he has had the privilege of interviewing such creatives as Hayley Mills, Jodi Benson, and Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman.

A graduate of Western Washington University, he studied Theatre and has since dabbled in directing. He has also appeared onstage in musicals like Into the Woods as The Baker and The Fantasticks as Matt.

He is grateful for the opportunity to write about the things he loves at BroadwayWorld!




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First Show:

Secondhand Lions: A New Musical at The 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle. This was a Broadway bound original musical (that, sadly, never went to Broadway) starring Gregg Edelman, Mark Jacoby, and Jason Danieley. Not bad for a first!

Favorite Show:

Sunday in the Park with George



Photos/Video: See First Look at Season 6 of COBRA KAI
Photos/Video: See First Look at Season 6 of COBRA KAI
May 2, 2024

The series takes place over 30 years after the events of the 1984 All Valley Karate Tournament with the continuation of the inescapable conflict between Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio) and Johnny Lawrence (William Zabka). The first five seasons are now streaming. See the newly released photos here!

Jessica Lange to Receive CineMerit Award at the Munich Film Festival
Jessica Lange to Receive CineMerit Award at the Munich Film Festival
May 2, 2024

Jessica Lange, who is currently starring on Broadway in Mother Play, will be receiving the CineMerit Award this summer at the Munich International Film Festival. The award recognizes high achievement in the world of cinema. Past winners of the award include Ralph Fiennes, Antonio Banderas, and Emma Thompson.

Video: AMC Shares Sneak Peak of Giancarlo Esposito in Season Finale of PARISH
Video: AMC Shares Sneak Peak of Giancarlo Esposito in Season Finale of PARISH
May 2, 2024

AMC and AMC+ have shared a sneak peek clip from the upcoming season finale of the gripping crime drama, Parish, starring and executive produced by Emmy® and SAG® award-nominee and Critics Choice® award-winner Giancarlo Esposito. Watch the video here!

Tom Hollander to Star in New Thriller Series IRIS With Niamh Algar
Tom Hollander to Star in New Thriller Series IRIS With Niamh Algar
May 2, 2024

Tom Hollander and Niamh Algar are set to star in a new Sky Original thriller Iris, written and created by Neil Cross, the mastermind behind the acclaimed Golden Globe Award-winning series Luther. Iris is a sun-drenched chase thriller about a rootless and enigmatic genius, Iris Nixon (Algar) who steals a code from charming philanthropist Cameron McIntyre (Hollander) and goes on the run. Armed only with her lethal intelligence and chameleonic charm, the clock is ticking for her to work out what the code could unleash before she is found.

Spencer Sutherland is 'Alive' on Anthemic New Single
Spencer Sutherland is 'Alive' on Anthemic New Single
May 2, 2024

Following a sold out North American tour in support of his debut album (In His Mania) as well as an infectious collaboration with Meghan Trainor (“Chicken Little”), the multi-faceted, singer-songwriter Spencer Sutherland returns releasing his first new music of the year with the anthemic fierce new single, “Alive”. Listen to the song here!

Jake Gyllenhaal and Maya Rudolph to Close Out SNL's 49th Season
Jake Gyllenhaal and Maya Rudolph to Close Out SNL's 49th Season
May 2, 2024

The final guests for Season 49 of Saturday Night Live have been announced as Maya Rudolph and Jake Gyllenhall. Maya Rudolph will host “SNL” for the third time on May 11. The five-time Emmy Award winner currently stars in and executive produces the second season of Loot. Jake Gyllenhaal will host the May 18 season finale, returning as host for the third time. He makes his series debut as star and executive producer of “Presumed Innocent,” premiering June 12 on Apple TV+. 

Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas to Star in Musical Comedy from ONCE Director
Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas to Star in Musical Comedy from ONCE Director
May 2, 2024

Deadline has reported that Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas will appear in a new musical comedy from John Carney, director of Once and Sing Street. The film, titled Power Ballad, is said to tell 'the story of a wedding singer (Rudd), a rock star (Jonas), and the song that comes between them.' The musical, which is currently filming in Dublin, will hit the Cannes market this month.

Winnetka Bowling League Share New Song 'America In Your 20's'
Winnetka Bowling League Share New Song 'America In Your 20's'
May 2, 2024

Los Angeles’ Winnetka Bowling League have shared “America In Your 20’s,” another taste of their forthcoming debut album Sha La La, which is out May 31. The album is a document of frontman Matthew Koma rediscovering what he loves about music; a back-to-basics and grounded release that finds him taking risks while being in conversation with his younger self. Listen to the single now!

Kristen Stewart and Oscar Isaac Star in Panos Cosmatos' Thriller 'Flesh of the Gods'
Kristen Stewart and Oscar Isaac Star in Panos Cosmatos' Thriller 'Flesh of the Gods'
May 2, 2024

Kristen Stewart and Oscar Isaac are set to star in the thriller Flesh of the Gods from director Panos Cosmatos. In glittering 80's LA, married couple, Raoul and Alex descend each evening from their luxury skyscraper condo and head into an electric nighttime realm of 80’s Los Angeles. When they cross paths with the mysterious and enigmatic NAMELESS and her hard-partying cabal, Raoul and Alex are seduced into a glamorous, surrealistic world of hedonism, thrills, and violence.

Odie Leigh to Release Debut Album, 'Carrier Pigeon'; New Single Out Today
Odie Leigh to Release Debut Album, 'Carrier Pigeon'; New Single Out Today
May 2, 2024

Singer-songwriter Odie Leigh has announced the release of her debut album, Carrier Pigeon, arriving on Friday, July 12. Carrier Pigeon is further preceded by recent releases, “Either Way” and “No Doubt,” the latter of which has an official music video streaming now on YouTube. Watch the music video for her new single now!

QUEEN ROCK MONTREAL Coming to Disney+; First Concert Film Available in IMAX Enhanced Sound
QUEEN ROCK MONTREAL Coming to Disney+; First Concert Film Available in IMAX Enhanced Sound
May 2, 2024

Following its record-breaking success as the most successful IMAX concert film ever, “Queen Rock Montreal” will make its global streaming premiere May 15th on Disney+ as the first concert film available in IMAX Enhanced sound. “Queen Rock Montreal” presents Freddie Mercury, Brian May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon at their most exciting and exhilarating.

Anthony Hopkins Will Play George Frideric Handel in Biopic THE KING OF COVENT GARDEN
Anthony Hopkins Will Play George Frideric Handel in Biopic THE KING OF COVENT GARDEN
May 2, 2024

According to reportsm Anthony Hopkins will be taking on another real-life figure by playing composer George Frideric Handel in a new biopic from Andrew Levitas, director of Minimata. The script for the film, titled The King of Covent Garden, was written by playwright and professor Tim Slover and centers on Handel while he creates his 1741 masterpiece, Messiah.

Glenn Close and Jeremy Irons to Reunite in Comedy Film ENCORE
Glenn Close and Jeremy Irons to Reunite in Comedy Film ENCORE
May 2, 2024

Glenn Close and Jeremy Irons will be starring together in a comedy from Simon Curtis, the director of My Week With Marilyn and Downton Abbey: A New Era. The forthcoming comedy will center on Nigel (Irons) and Marie (Close), playing former Broadway veterans who are now living in a retirement community. When they discover the hidden talents of their fellow residents, they decide to put on a show starring Nigel and produced by Marie.

Video: Watch Trailer for Season 2 of Comedy Series WE ARE LADY PARTS
Video: Watch Trailer for Season 2 of Comedy Series WE ARE LADY PARTS
May 2, 2024

Peacock has just released the trailer for Season 2 of the critically acclaimed comedy series We Are Lady Parts. Season 2 of the series sees the band return with a renewed artistic mission after the high of their first UK tour, only to find a rival band threatens their delicate status quo. As the reality of chasing success sets in, Lady Parts embarks on recording their first album, juggling personal ambitions and deciding whether ‘making it big’ is really what they want. Watch the trailer now!

Video: See Benedict Cumberbatch in Trailer for Netflix's ERIC
Video: See Benedict Cumberbatch in Trailer for Netflix's ERIC
May 2, 2024

Netflix has released the full-length trailer for Eric, a new limited series from Abi Morgan. The series, starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Gaby Hoffmann and McKinley Belcher III will be arriving on Netflix on May 30th, 2024. Set in 1980s New York, Eric is a new emotional thriller from Abi Morgan following the desperate search of a father when his nine-year-old son disappears one morning on the way to school. Watch the trailer now!

Meryl Streep to Receive Honorary Palme d'Or At Cannes Film Festival
Meryl Streep to Receive Honorary Palme d'Or At Cannes Film Festival
May 2, 2024

According to reports, actress Meryl Streep will be receiving the Honorary Palme d’Or award at the opening ceremony of the 77th Cannes Film Festival. Streep has starred in numerous films throughout her career and has the distinction of being the most nominated person in the acting categories at the Academy Awards. Some of her musical roles include Mamma Mia! and its sequel, Into the Woods, and Mary Poppins Returns.

Video: Dame Judi Dench Talks Shakespeare and Her New Book on CBS MORNINGS
Video: Dame Judi Dench Talks Shakespeare and Her New Book on CBS MORNINGS
May 2, 2024

Judi Dench and her colleague Brendan O’Hea stopped by CBS Mornings on Wednesday to discuss her new book, Shakespeare: The Man Who Pays the Rent. In the interview, the two artists talked about the many hours of conversations that they had gathering material for her book, which details the many Shakespeare roles she has played throughout her career. Watch the interview here!

Mel Brooks and Quinta Brunson to Receive Special Peabody Awards
Mel Brooks and Quinta Brunson to Receive Special Peabody Awards
May 2, 2024

The Peabody Awards Board of Jurors has announced that Mel Brooks, legendary comedian and writer of The Producers, will be receiving a special honor at the 84th annual Peabody Awards. Additionally, Quinta Brunson, the award-winning writer, producer, actor, and comedian, has been honored with the Peabody Trailblazer Award. On June 9 in Los Angeles, they will both receive the awards at the annual ceremony which honors excellence in television, podcast/radio, and immersive and interactive media.

Little Monarch Releases Radiant Single 'Follow Your Majesty'
Little Monarch Releases Radiant Single 'Follow Your Majesty'
May 1, 2024

The bass-driven track finds Casey Kalmenson, who performs under the moniker Little Monarch, encapsulating the feeling of putting yourself first and showing kindness to your heart. Amplified by rhythmic shakers and cascading synths, Kalmenson wrote and produced “Follow Your Majesty” completely on her own and chose to release the track on her birthday as a little gift and reminder to accept the love we truly deserve. Listen to the song here!

Richie Kotzen of The Winery Dogs Releases New Single 'Cheap Shots'
Richie Kotzen of The Winery Dogs Releases New Single 'Cheap Shots'
May 1, 2024

Fresh from a 95 date world tour and album release with The Winery Dogs in 2023, Richie Kotzen returns with a brand new single and lyric video called ‘Cheap Shots’. A gloriously powerful slice of guitar-driven and hard-riffin’ heavy rock, with Kotzen’s passionate vocals calling out haters and people who take advantage of others, it pulls no punches and delivers knockout hooks throughout. Listen to the song here!



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