Entertainment

Joel Harper-Jackson Wins Rave Reviews as Frank Sinatra in London’s ‘Sinatra The Musical’

By NEW YORK TREND / August 13, 2026 /

Joel Harper-Jackson is drawing strong reviews for his portrayal of Frank Sinatra in the West End premiere of Sinatra The Musical, which opened this week at London’s Aldwych Theatre. Harper-Jackson plays the legendary singer at a pivotal point in his life and career, taking on more than 20 of Sinatra’s signature songs while recreating the…

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Hip-Hop Pioneers Honor Sparky D in New Tribute Following Her Death at 61

By NEW YORK TREND / August 13, 2026 /

ReelSung Productions is honoring hip-hop pioneer Sparky D with a tribute video following her death on July 4 at age 61. Born Doreen C. Broadnax, Sparky D emerged during hip-hop’s formative years and became known for her battle-rap records, powerful delivery and association with some of the culture’s earliest female MCs. ReelSung Productions had been…

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‘Winnie-the-Pooh: Forever Friends’ to Premiere at Milwaukee’s First Stage

By NEW YORK TREND / August 10, 2026 /

The Hundred Acre Wood is coming to life onstage in Milwaukee with the world premiere of Winnie-the-Pooh: Forever Friends, a new musical inspired by the beloved stories of A.A. Milne. First Stage, one of the nation’s leading theaters for young audiences and families, will present the production from January 29 through February 28, 2027, in…

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‘Love Island USA’ Star Beatriz Hatz Surprises Fans at Peacock’s Villa Experience in New York

By NEW YORK TREND / August 8, 2026 /

Fans of Love Island USA got a taste of Fiji without leaving New York City as Peacock’s three-day Love Island USA: The Villa at 30 Rock pop-up experience brought the world of the hit dating series to Rockefeller Center. On the third day of the immersive event, Season 8 star Beatriz Hatz made a surprise…

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Controversial Satirical Musical ‘Slam Frank’ Heads to Off-Broadway This Fall

By Ann Brown / August 8, 2026 /

One of the most talked-about theatrical productions of the past year is making the leap to Off-Broadway. Following a sold-out developmental run at Asylum NYC, the provocative musical Slam Frank will begin previews on Sept. 17 before officially opening Oct. 4 at the historic Orpheum Theatre in Manhattan’s East Village. The limited engagement runs through…

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HBO Unveils ‘JAŸ-Z IN 8,’ An 8-Part Documentary Series Exploring the Music, Mind, and Legacy of Hip-Hop’s Icon

By Ann Brown / August 7, 2026 /

Hip-hop icon JAŸ-Z is opening the door to one of the most personal conversations of his career in a new HBO original documentary series arriving this fall. HBO has released the first teaser for JAŸ-Z IN 8, an eight-part documentary directed by legendary producer Rick Rubin. The intimate series features extended conversations between Rubin and…

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Hugh Jackman and Sonia Friedman Wrap Acclaimed Audible Theater Season With Three New York Critics’ Picks

By NEW YORK TREND / August 6, 2026 /

Audible Theater and TOGETHER, the theatrical partnership led by award-winning producer Sonia Friedman and actor Hugh Jackman, have concluded their acclaimed 2026 repertory season at Audible’s Minetta Lane Theatre in New York City after a spring run that earned widespread critical praise and expanded access to live theater for thousands of audience members. The season…

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FOX Soul Renews ‘UrbanMD TV’ for Season 2, Expanding Multicultural Health Programming

By NEW YORK TREND / August 6, 2026 /

FOX Soul is continuing its commitment to health-focused programming by renewing its distribution agreement with UrbanMD Studios for a second season of UrbanMD TV, the nationally broadcast series dedicated to promoting healthy living through a multicultural lens. The new season premiered on June 20 and airs every Saturday at 9 a.m. ET/6 a.m. PT, bringing…

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Paramount+ Movie Nights Return to Bryant Park With Free Outdoor Screenings All Summer Long

By Ann Brown / August 6, 2026 /

Summer in New York City just got even more entertaining. Paramount+ Movie Nights at Bryant Park are returning for the 2026 season, bringing a lineup of beloved films to one of Manhattan’s most iconic green spaces for 10 consecutive Monday evenings. The free outdoor movie series runs through Sept. 14, transforming Bryant Park into an…

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K-Pop Star Ivy to Make Broadway Debut as Roxie Hart in ‘Chicago’

By Ann Brown / July 29, 2026 / Comments Off on K-Pop Star Ivy to Make Broadway Debut as Roxie Hart in ‘Chicago’

Broadway’s longest-running American musical is welcoming an international star to its cast. South Korean singer and musical theater actress Ivy will make her Broadway debut as Roxie Hart in Chicago for a limited three-week engagement beginning Aug. 17 at New York City’s Ambassador Theatre. The acclaimed performer, whose real name is Park Eun-hye, will appear…

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