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Daily Tribune
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Tribune
HRH Crown Prince Meets Bahraini Tony Award Winner Ali Daylami
His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, met today with Bahraini producer Ali Daylami at Gudaibiya Palace, celebrating his historic win at the 78th annual Tony Awards. Daylami is the first Bahraini — and the first from the Gulf — to receive the prestigious honor. During the meeting, HRH Prince Salman expressed his deep pride in Daylami's international achievement, calling it a significant milestone for the Kingdom and a reflection of the growing global presence of Bahraini talent. 'This recognition not only celebrates your individual success but also highlights the strength, creativity, and potential of our people,' the Crown Prince said, reaffirming Bahrain's commitment to fostering innovation and supporting talented citizens across all sectors. He added that Daylami's win represents a new chapter in the inspiring journey of Bahrainis making their mark worldwide, and wished him continued success in the future. Ali Daylami, moved by the warm reception, thanked HRH Prince Salman for the continued encouragement shown toward Bahraini artists and creatives. 'Your support inspires us to dream bigger and aim higher,' Daylami said. Also present at the meeting were the Minister of Finance and National Economy, HE Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, and the Minister of Cabinet Affairs, HE Hamad bin Faisal Al Malki. The meeting served as a celebration not just of one individual's success, but of Bahrain's broader vision of empowering its citizens and building a future where talent and hard work are recognized and rewarded.
Express Tribune
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
What secrets does Stranger Things hide before Eleven? Broadway's chilling prequel finally reveals all
Before the Upside Down was opened, before Eleven's powers, and before Hawkins fell to supernatural terror, there was Henry Creel. Broadway's Stranger Things: The First Shadow takes fans deep into the hidden past of the Netflix universe, delivering an eerie, emotional origin story that has already claimed four Tony Awards and left audiences stunned. Set in 1959, the play centres on teenage Henry (played by Louis McCartney), a troubled boy grappling with horrifying visions in the seemingly quiet town of Hawkins. Audiences familiar with the Netflix series know what he becomes, Vecna, the show's ultimate villain, but The First Shadow dares to ask what drove him there. Opposite him is Gabrielle Nevaeh's Patty Newby, a new character who sees Henry for who he is beneath the nightmares. Together, they form the heart of a story that's as tragic as it is thrilling. The stage production's visual feats are already the stuff of legend. Gravity-defying illusions, seamless transitions, and supernatural effects recreate the terror of Hawkins with an intensity that cinema rarely matches. Critics have called it unlike anything Broadway has seen, and fans agree. One audience member even screamed 'NO WAY' during a pivotal reveal, proof of how deeply this play grips viewers. Written by Kate Trefry with the Duffer Brothers and Jack Thorne, and directed by Stephen Daldry, the play serves as a prequel to the TV series but stands entirely on its own. With characters like Dr Brenner, young Bob Newby, and a host of familiar surnames from the Netflix series, the connections run deep, but it's Henry and Patty's bond that makes this more than a horror story. 'I connect with Henry through music,' McCartney said. 'He's a good kid, but broken.' Nevaeh added, 'Patty sees the light in him. That's what makes this story so powerful.'
UPI
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- UPI
Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson reunite in Holmes-directed 'Happy Hours'
1 of 5 | Katie Holmes, seen at the Tony Awards in June in New York City, will film "Happy Hours" in New York. File Photo by Angelina Katsanis/UPI | License Photo July 21 (UPI) -- 42 West announced Monday that Katie Holmes is writing, directing and starring in a trilogy of films called Happy Hours. Holmes cast her Dawson's Creek co-star Joshua Jackson alongside her. Holmes and Jackson will play a couple who were in love when younger, now reconnecting as adults. The trilogy will follow their relationship as it is affected by their careers and respective families. Described as a "dramedy," Happy Hours highlights "joys, loss and hope." Mary Louise Parker, Constance Wu, Joe Tippett, John McGinty, Donald Webber Jr., Nathan Darrow, Johnna Dias-Watson and Jack Martin also star. Holmes previously directed the feature films All We Had, Alone Together and Rare Objects and an episode of The Kennedys After Camelot, in which she played Jackie Kennedy. The first Happy Hours movie will film in New York this summer. The other two will follow "shortly after."
News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Nicole Scherzinger Bows Out of Sunset Boulevard: 'Changed Me Forever'
The Pussycat Dolls star has been playing Norma Desmond in the revival of Baron Andrew Lloyd Webber's classic musical, Sunset Boulevard, since 2003. Nicole Scherzinger has bowed out of Sunset Boulevard, declaring the show has 'changed me forever". The Pussycat Dolls star has been playing Norma Desmond in the revival of Baron Andrew Lloyd Webber's classic musical, Sunset Boulevard, since 2003, when she debuted her performance in London's West End before the show transferred to Broadway the following year. The curtain has now come down on the musical following a successful run in New York, and the singer has admitted the role was life-changing following the final show on Sunday. In a post on Instagram, she wrote: 'Today, the sun sets on Sunset Blvd for the final time. After living and breathing Norma Desmond for the past two years, it's almost impossible to grasp that today is the last show." She added, 'What began as a limited run, then extended, now somehow, nearly 10 months on Broadway have flown by. Norma's story is for anyone who's ever felt alone. Lonely. Abandoned. Outcast. For anyone who never felt like they belonged. For those who once loved something deeply and had it taken from them, aching to reclaim it. For the dreamers. The fighters. The believers. The warriors. For those unshakable in their purpose and power, doing what they love most … Norma has changed me forever. Thank you, Broadway 'for the magic in the making'." Nicole went on to thank Lloyd Webber as well as the show's director Jamie Lloyd and the rest of the cast 'for everything". She added: 'Jamie, the ultimate brave pioneer, you have given us all new ways to dream. Thank you for showing me what is possible when you dare to be braver. I love you." Nicole won the Best Actress in a Musical prize at the UK's Laurence Olivier Awards last year while the show also scooped prizes for supporting actors, Best Director for Lloyd as well as Best Lighting, Sound, Outstanding Musical Contribution and Best Musical Revival. It was also a huge hit at the Tony Awards with Nicole winning the Best Actress in a Musical gong. During her acceptance speech at the Radio City Music Hall in New York City, she said: 'Growing up, I always felt like I didn't belong, but you all have made me feel like I belong and I have come home at last. So if there is anyone who feels like they don't belong or your time hasn't come, don't give up. Just keep on giving and giving because the world needs your love and light more than ever. This is a testament that love always wins." Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Perth Now
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Nicole Scherzinger bows out of Sunset Boulevard
Nicole Scherzinger has bowed out of Sunset Boulevard declaring the show has "has changed me forever". The Pussycat Dolls star has been playing Norma Desmond in the revival of Baron Andrew Lloyd Webber's classic musical Sunset Boulevard since 2003 when she debuted her performance in London's West End before the show transferred to Broadway the following year. The curtain has now come down on the musical following a successful run in New York, and the singer has admitted the role was life-changing following the final show on Sunday (20.07.25). In a post on Instagram, she wrote: "Today, the sun sets on Sunset Blvd for the final time. After living and breathing Norma Desmond for the past two years, it's almost impossible to grasp that today is the last show. "What began as a limited run, then extended, now somehow, nearly 10 months on Broadway have flown by. "Norma's story is for anyone who's ever felt alone. Lonely. Abandoned. Outcast. For anyone who never felt like they belonged. "For those who once loved something deeply and had it taken from them, aching to reclaim it. For the dreamers. The fighters. The believers. The warriors. "For those unshakable in their purpose and power, doing what they love most ... Norma has changed me forever. "Thank you, Broadway 'for the magic in the making'." Nicole went on to thank Lloyd Webber as well as the show's director Jamie Lloyd and the rest of the cast "for everything". She added: "Jamie, the ultimate brave pioneer, you have given us all new ways to dream. Thank you for showing me what is possible when you dare to be braver. I love you." Nicole won the Best Actress in a Musical prize at the UK's Laurence Olivier Awards last year while the show also scooped prizes for supporting actors, Best Director for Lloyd as well as Best Lighting, Sound, Outstanding Musical Contribution and Best Musical Revival. It was also a huge hit at the Tony Awards with Nicole winning the Best Actress in a Musical gong. During her acceptance speech at the Radio City Music Hall in New York City, she said: "Growing up, I always felt like I didn't belong, but you all have made me feel like I belong and I have come home at last. "So if there is anyone who feels like they don't belong or your time hasn't come, don't give up. Just keep on giving and giving because the world needs your love and light more than ever. This is a testament that love always wins."
