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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Yankees partner with Hamilton for 10th anniversary fan experience
The post Yankees partner with Hamilton for 10th anniversary fan experience appeared first on ClutchPoints. Anyone who says musicals and sports don't mix hasn't seen the New York Yankees join forces with Broadway for a one-of-a-kind celebration of Hamilton's 10th anniversary. When the Yankees host the Washington Nationals on August 25 at Yankee Stadium, the night will pay tribute to the Tony Award-winning musical with memorable performances, commemorative giveaways, and a salute to the show's legacy. The first 10,000 fans to enter the stadium will receive a limited-edition co-branded Yankees and Hamilton cap — a collectible merging two of New York's most iconic institutions. Those who want to guarantee their hat can purchase special event tickets, with $10 from each ticket going to Beyond the Stage Door. This nonprofit supports the development of diverse talent in theatrical management. The evening will kick off with actor Christopher Jackson, an original Hamilton cast member who played George Washington, performing the national anthem. Later, during the seventh-inning stretch, current Broadway cast members Stephanie Umoh, Morgan Anita Wood, and Cherry Torres — the Schuyler sisters — will perform 'God Bless America,' as reported by Andrew Gans of Playbill. Tony Award-winner Renée Elise Goldsberry, who originated the role of Angelica Schuyler, will throw out the ceremonial first pitch. Goldsberry, who recently released her debut album Who I Am, will add another layer of artistry to this cultural crossover night. The Yankee Stadium video board will show Hamilton-themed visuals throughout the game and connect fans to the cultural phenomenon that began in 2015 and revolutionized musical theatre. Lin-Manuel Miranda, who created the musical based on Ron Chernow's biography of Alexander Hamilton, was part of a historic run, winning 11 Tony Awards, a Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and earning more than $1 billion. 'Hamilton Cap Night' means much more than a promotional activity—it represents how far the musical has traveled in American culture, politics, and education. This partnership with the Yankees reflects the show's legacy and its place in New York culture. Related: Yankees rumors: New York potential trade target set to hit the block Related: Former Yankees manager Joe Torre's MLB All-Star Game hits fans right in the feels Solve the daily Crossword
Chicago Tribune
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
Elgin News Digest: Gail Borden, Fox River library districts receive state grants; ECC awarded $295,000 grant to expand EV technician training
The Illinois Secretary of State's office has awarded in $221,112 grant money to the Gail Borden Public Library District in Elgin and $105,506 to the Fox River Valley Library District in East Dundee. Both per-capita grants are based on population and part of nearly $20 million in funding provided to library districts across the state, according to a news release. 'These funds are not designated to a specific project, but are helpful in enabling us to continue to provide the community with literacy resources, Internet access and many of our services and programs,' Gail Borden spokeswoman Natalie Kiburg said. 'We are so appreciative of this funding as it is essential to our community's vital resources.' News of the state's grants comes amid federal cuts to library budgets nationwide. In March, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to eliminate and defund the Institute of Museum and Library Services, which issues $180 million annually to libraries nationwide. Illinois receives nearly $6 million annually, the sixth highest amount of any state, according to the release. Elgin Community College's Sustainability, Business and Career Technology division has been awarded a $295,794 RevUp EV Community College Initiative Grant. The money will be used to expand existing programs and develop new coursework to support technician training in electric vehicle systems, including components of EV advanced manufacturing, according to a news release. 'This grant will help Elgin Community College stay ahead of the curve as the electric vehicle industry continues to grow,' ECC President Peggy Heinrich said in the release. The initiative is part of a statewide effort to accelerate the development of EV infrastructure and workforce capacity in Illinois. It is administered by the Illinois Community College Board and funded by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. Elgin Community College Musical Theatre production's of 'Shrek The Musical' will be staged the weekends of July 25-28 and Aug. 1-3 at the school's Second Space Theatre in the ECC Arts Center. The Tony Award-winning musical is based on the 2001 animated Dreamworks movie. ECC's production is directed by Cale Haupert with musical directors Marc Beth and Douglas Orlyk, according to a news release. 'At the heart of 'Shrek The Musical' is a truly beautiful love story,' Haupert said in the release. 'Shrek thinks there is no one in the world who would care for him, but he slowly discovers that he can find true friendship and more when he is brave enough to show the world his true self.' Show times are 7:30 p.m. July 25 and Aug. 1; 7:30 p.m. July 26 and Aug. 2; and 3 p.m. July 27 and Aug. 3. Tickets are $22 for adults, $20 for seniors and free for ECC students. Elgin Township Senior Access Passes cannot be used to obtain tickets. For purchase tickets, go online at call 847-622-0300 or go to the Arts Center box office.
Perth Now
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Prince hid in a bush to speak to Nicole Scherzinger
Prince once hid in a bush to speak to Nicole Scherzinger without being seen. The former Pussycat Dolls singer considered the late Purple Rain hitmaker - who died in April 2016 aged 57 following an accidental overdose - a friend and mentor, and she will never forget a time she and her friends had gone to Las Vegas to see him in concert, only for him to surprise the group before the show by trying to attract his pal's attention without being spotted. Speaking on Hot Ones, Nicole told host Sean evans: "He's got his show in Vegas, and I'm bringing my girlfriends, and we're super excited to see the show and to see him perform and support him. "We're out by this pool at this hotel. Me and my girlfriends are like, 'This is awesome! The sun is shining, we get to see Prince tonight in concert — it's gonna be magical.' "And me and my friends are talking and then we hear a psst, psst "And we see this bush kind of moving. We hear psst, psst!' And I'll be damned, Prince was hiding behind the bush trying to get my attention. I don't know why!" Nicole recalled Prince looked fabulous iin "full shoulder pads" and high-heeled shoes. She added: "It was like noon. Fully dressed, looked amazing. Just Prince-ing it up, heels and all." The Tony Award-winning star credited Prince for her hugely successful theatre career after some advice he gave her when he went to see her perform in the 2014 revival of Cats in London's West End. She said: "I wouldn't be here, Sean, without him. "He actually came to see me in Cats and he was like, 'You are an analog singer — you're not a digital singer. Your voice is too big, and you need to do music that's big enough for your voice. And this is your stage, Nicole.' " When Prince passed away, Nicole hailed the Raspberry Beret singer as the "most phenomenal human I've ever been blessed to know." She wrote at the time: "One cannot put into words the godly talent, power, and magic he possessed — both on and off the stage. "The world will remember him as the legendary musician, humanitarian, and activist who united people through the universal language of music. But I will remember him as my dear friend, a brother, mentor, and my inspiration … Though you are no longer with us, your legacy remains forever."
New York Post
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
How much do tickets cost to see Michael Urie in ‘Oh, Mary!' on Broadway?
Vivid Seats is the New York Post's official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. One of Broadway's freshest comedies is reinventing itself. Starting Monday, Aug. 4, Cole Escola's two-time Tony Award-winning and box-office record-breaking show 'Oh, Mary!' will feature a mostly all-new cast. The players are 'Rupaul's Drag Race' season five winner Jinkx Monsoon stepping into the titular Mary Todd Lincoln role, 'Shrinking' star and 2025 Emmy nominee Michael Urie (Mary's Teacher), 'The Big Sick's' Kumail Nanjiani (Mary's Husband, making his Broadway debut) and 'American Fiction's' Jenn Harris (Mary's Chaperone, her first show on the Great White Way). Actor Tony Macht, who originated the part of Mary's Husband's Assistant both on and off Broadway, will reprise his role through Sept. 28. There's no word on who will succeed him yet. Advertisement If you want to see this brand-new ensemble in the raucous production about the lives of the Lincolns in the days leading up to the President's assassination where the First Lady becomes a 'madcap, cabaret-obsessed alcoholic,' tickets are available for all upcoming 'Oh, Mary!' shows at New York City's Lyceum Theatre. At the time of publication, the lowest price we could find seats for any one Monsoon/Urie/Nanjiani/Harris production in August and September was $117 including fees on Vivid Seats. Other shows in those two months start anywhere from $119 to $251 including fees. In the event you want to see original stars Conrad Ricamora, James Scully and Bianca Leigh (and Escola's Mary Todd replacement Tituss Burgess), they'll take their last bows on Saturday, Aug. 2. Advertisement $128 including fees is the cheapest seat we could find for any one of their performances. '…the Great White Way has not witnessed a comedy this funny, or a comedic star turn this dazzling, in at least a decade,' The Post's theater critic Johnny Oleksinski raved in his glowing four-star review of the 80-minute comedy. 'I recommend wearing a loose-fitting shirt, should your howls pop a button,' he added. For more information, our team has everything you need to know about seeing 'Oh, Mary!' and its brand spanking new ensemble on Broadway below. Advertisement All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation. 'Oh, Mary!' new cast best ticket prices Here are the ten 'Oh, Mary!' shows with the cheapest tickets from Aug. 4 through Sept. 28 in chronological order. 'Oh, Mary!' show dates Ticket prices start at Thursday, Aug. 7 3 p.m. $128 (including fees) Monday, Aug. 11 7:30 p.m. $128 (including fees) Wednesday, Aug. 13 7:30 p.m. $128 (including fees) Thursday, Aug. 14 3 p.m. $134 (including fees) Thursday, Aug. 14 7:30 p.m. $120 (including fees) Monday, Aug. 18 7:30 p.m. $128 (including fees) Thursday, Sept. 4 3 p.m. $119 (including fees) Sunday, Sept. 14 2 p.m. $120 (including fees) Sunday, Sept. 21 2 p.m. $119 (including fees) Wednesday, Sept. 24 7:30 p.m. $117 (including fees) (Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are in US dollars, subject to fluctuation and, if it isn't noted, will include additional fees at checkout.) Advertisement Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand. They offer a 100% buyer guarantee that states your transaction will be safe and secure and your tickets will be delivered prior to the event. Still curious about Vivid Seats? You can find an article from their team about why the company is legit here. Jinkx Monsoon Christmas tour This November and December, Jinkx Monsoon and BenDeLaCreme are embarking on their 32-show 'Jinkx and Dela Holiday Tour.' Want to see them live? The pair will be at Brooklyn's Kings Theatre on Thursday, Dec. 4. 'Oh, Mary!' new cast members The show's greenest thespians are all fairly big names in their own right. Outside their biggest credits listed above, here's a bit more about each of them. Jinkx Monsoon might look familiar to 'Project Runway' fans. The Season Five winner is a favorite among the show's diehards. However, she's also known for her annual aforementioned Christmas tour with BenDeLaCreme and guest spots on 'Krapopolis' and 'Doctor Who.' Advertisement Michael Urie recently jumped a stardom level. The Emmy-nominated 'Shrinking' star also recently starred in 'Once Upon A Mattress' and 'Spamalot' on Broadway, making him a fixture on the Great White Way. Other notable roles of his include 'Ugly Betty,' 'Goodrich' and 'Younger.' Kumail Nanjiani has been onstage before. The leading man — who fronted 'The Big Sick,' 'Stuber,' 'The Lovebirds' and the miniseries 'Welcome To Chippendales' among others — got his start as a stand-up. You may also recognize him from 'Silicon Valley' or 'Portlandia.' Jenn Harris is making her Broadway debut. However, she is a seasoned actress who has appeared in HBO's 'High Maintenance,' NBC's '30 Rock' and the TV series 'New York Is Dead.' Most recently, she popped up in 'Elsbeth.' Star-studded shows on Broadway For those hoping to see big names at the theater IRL, this just might be your year. Advertisement Here are five very funny productions currently on the Great White Way. • 'Waiting for Godot' with Keanu Reeves • 'Hamilton' with Leslie Odom Jr. • 'Art' with Neal Patrick Harris Advertisement • 'Maybe Happy Ending' with Darren Criss • 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' with Tom Felton What else is on Broadway? Take a look at our list of all 2025 Tony-nominated shows to find the one for you. This article was written by Matt Levy, New York Post live events reporter. Levy stays up-to-date on all the latest tour announcements from your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway openings, sporting events and more live shows – and finds great ticket prices online. Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed a Bruce Springsteen concert and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, to name a few. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change
IOL News
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Roaring back to life: discover the stunning visuals and storytelling of the reimagined 'Walking with Dinosaurs'
'Walking with Dinosaurs' gives viewers an intimate glimpse into the lives of Earth's oldest creatures. Image: Supplied Back in 1999, factual television was revolutionised when 'Walking with Dinosaurs' was released. The six-part nature documentary mini-series, created by Tim Haines, was a production collaboration between the BBC Science Unit, the Discovery Channel and BBC Worldwide TV, Asahi, ProSieben and France 3. Regarded at the time as the first series of its kind, the show depicted dinosaurs and other Mesozoic animals as living animals in the style of a traditional nature documentary. It has gained a worldwide cult following for how it recreated the extinct species through the combined use of computer-generated imagery and animatronics. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading Now, 26 years later, a bold reimagining with the same title, once again produced by the BBC Studios Science Unit, brings to life six extraordinary dinosaurs through groundbreaking visual effects, dramatic storytelling and the latest advancements in palaeontological research. Narrated by Bertie Carvel, a double Olivier and Tony Award-winning actor who is renowned for roles in 'The Crown' and 'Doctor Foster', 'Walking with Dinosaurs' premiered on BBC Earth (DStv Channel 184) at the end of June. It invites viewers into the lives of the individual dinosaurs, who each have their own emotional journeys of survival, parenting and adaptation. Some elements of these magnificent creatures, which will be featured, include the towering might of Lusotitan and the delicate vulnerability of Clover and the life of a baby Triceratops. 'Walking with Dinosaurs' also brings to life their habitats, their behaviours and their survival strategies. Jay Balamurugan, the series assistant producer and a paleoartist, has a burning passion for Earth's most ancient creatures. 'It's such an interesting experience getting to work on a series like this because it was my childhood,' she said during an interview with 'Independent Media Lifestyle.' 'It's the reason I got into science and art and TV.' She added, 'The original left such a mark on me, and to get the chance to work on these new ones is so special, and now seeing it out in the world, it is really special.' 'I'm really pleased because I've seen a lot of families and children, especially, really enjoy it and watch it together, and it's something that makes me happy.' Balamurugan explained that she decided to get involved in this bold reimagining as a way of making her inner child happy. 'I think me, as a child, would have hated me as an adult forever (if she didn't take up this project).' 'It was also a great opportunity to bring this new view of dinosaurs to the public eye.' She said that it was how the dinosaurs were portrayed on the original series which sparked her interest in the show. 'I think that it had quite a special way of making the dinosaurs feel like animals. They didn't feel like movie monsters, and they didn't feel like mythological dragons.' 'They felt like animals, and it felt like I was watching a nature documentary about a lion or a hyena or something, except it was a T-Rex, and I think that was the thing that really hooked me and lots of people as well.' And although Balamurugan is thrilled to have worked on 'Walking with Dinosaurs', she said that it has not been without its obstacles. 'It's been a very, very challenging production because it's such a huge one,' she explained. 'Not only are we making the VFX dinosaur but we're making a show about palaeontologists. It does feel like we've got two big productions in one so it has been quite a challenge.' In regards to how it fares with the original show, she explained: 'I think it's similar to the original in the sense that it really keeps that spirit of telling the story of one animal in a really dramatic part of its life.' 'In the original, we had this with quite a few of the episodes where you would follow one dinosaur or one prehistoric animal and it's going through a really important epic migration or growing up in the presence of predators. Balamurugan added: 'We really try to keep that thread going in our current series.' What sets this reimagining apart is the inclusion of live-action sequences. 'I think we made that choice specifically because we want to celebrate science as much as we celebrate dinosaurs.' Balamurugan also had modern technology at her disposal for this version of 'Walking with Dinosaurs' "It's interesting because science has come such a long way and the technology involving film-making has also come such a long way.' 'We now have incredible VFX technology where not only can we make these times more realistic than ever but we can also sometimes even build our entire environments in VFX if we need to and this allows us to really get incredible sequences that we never would have got before.' Overall,Balamurugan promised that viewers can expect 'a really good story in each episode.' 'I also think people will really relate to these animals and come away with a wider understanding of these animals.' ∎ Watch new episodes of 'Walking With Dinosaurs' every Monday until August 4 at 8pm on BBC Earth (DStv Channel 184).
