The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced the winners of the 52nd Student Academy Awards, recognizing 14 outstanding student filmmakers from around the globe. This year’s competition drew 3,127 submissions from 988 colleges and universities, highlighting the exceptional talent and creativity emerging in the next generation of filmmakers. The 2025 winners join a…
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After nearly two years of celebrating the life and career of one of music’s most iconic figures, the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) announced that its first-ever Billy Joel exhibit, “Billy Joel: My Life, A Piano Man’s Journey,” will close on October 26. Fans have until then to experience the exclusive,…
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The African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) honored the brilliance, creativity, and cultural impact of theater at its 4th Annual AAFCA Goes to Broadway Awards Luncheon, held on October 13 at Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse in New York City’s Theater District. The event paid tribute to artists and visionaries whose work continues to shape…
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Seasoned storyteller, vocalist and songwriter Syndee Winters continues to chart her own dynamic path through music, theater, and education. The New York-born artist, of Jamaican and Chinese heritage, has long stood out as a multifaceted performer whose work transcends boundaries. From Broadway’s biggest stages to international concert halls, Winters has built a career defined by…
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America’s Got Talent judge Howie Mandel brought his trademark mix of comedy and candor to Episode 5 of Clock It with Camilla Araujo, swapping stories about Hollywood, health quirks, and tech innovation while reacting to Araujo’s jaw-dropping business success. Araujo, the creator-entrepreneur behind a multimillion-dollar subscription empire, stunned viewers with her financial disclosure: “I’m at…
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Thief of Joy blends Soresi’s signature theatricality with deeply personal storytelling. Drawing on his experiences as a theatre kid turned theatre major, Soresi weaves together intimate anecdotes about his relationship, career, and his parents’ divorce, all delivered in the animated style the New York Times described as “silkily feline physicality and frenetic gesticulation.” The special…
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Fashion Nova turned heads on the 50 Cent Legacy Tour with a collection of bold, street-savvy looks designed to capture the spirit of hip-hop and high style. The pieces, ranging from sultry streetwear to eye-catching graphics and luxe details, allowed fans to embody the iconic energy of 50 Cent’s music while creating their own statement-making…
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Broadway’s longest-running American musical is adding a new star to its roster. Academy Award winner Mira Sorvino will take on the iconic role of Roxie Hart in Chicago beginning Monday, September 15, 2025, at the Ambassador Theatre. Sorvino’s limited run will continue through Sunday, November 2, 2025. Sorvino, who first captured Hollywood’s attention with her…
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Betches Media is bringing its signature unfiltered energy offline and onto the stage with Blabbermouths Slumber Party, a first-of-its-kind live variety show set for Tuesday, September 30, at City Winery in New York City. Presented in partnership with First Response, the event promises to capture the messy, hilarious, and all-too-relatable vibe of a 2 a.m.…
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The Gateways Music Festival, in association with the University of Rochester’s Eastman School of Music, has unveiled a dynamic 2025–2026 season that blends classical masterworks, groundbreaking contemporary music, and tributes to Black artistry across the country. The event will take place in Rochester, NY. The season launches with the 2025 Fall Festival, headlined by Grammy-winning…
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