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Keanu Reeves as Gabriel, Seth Rogen as Jeff, and Aziz Ansari as Arkj have a fateful meeting in 'Good Fortune. (Photo: Eddy Chen)

Aziz Ansari Finally Makes Directorial Debut in Angelic Comedy, ‘Good Fortune’ (Video! Photos!)

Keith GirardJuly 23, 2025

Keanu Reeves as Gabriel, Seth Rogen as Jeff, and Aziz Ansari as Arj have a fateful meeting in 'Good Fortune.' (Photo: Eddy Chen) Aziz Ansari, who cut his co...

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Jurassic World Rebirth New York City Premiere; Stars Hit the Red Carpet (Video!)

Keith GirardJune 24, 2025

The stars appeared for the New York City premiere yesterday at the Hearst Plaza at Lincoln Center. Check out the video to see the action....

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Jonathan Groff belts out a tune in a homage to singer Bobby Darin in 'Just in Time.' (Photo: Matthew Murphy, Evan Zimmerman)

Jonathan Groff Captures Bobby Darin’s Heart, Soul in Broadway’s ‘Just in Time’

Iris WienerApril 27, 2025

Every aspect of Just in Time, the homage to '50s crooner Bobby Darin, immediately entrances audiences....

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How Broadway Saved Josh Lamon’s Life Twice; ‘Death Becomes Her’ Actor Reveals Unique Journey

Iris WienerApril 9, 2025

Broadway saved Josh Lamon’s life…twice. He talks about his long road to Broadway in an NYI exclusive interview. ...

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Tom Cruise takes on one more mission impossible in his eighth film in the series. (Photo: Paramount)

Sick of Tom Cruise? (Not Us!) New ‘Mission Impossible’ Rocks Old School Thrills (Video)

Keith GirardNovember 11, 2024

Tom Cruise has been a high octane actor since his star turn in 1983's "Risky Business." But his "Mission Impossible" film series has been his oeuvre....

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Kamala Harris for President, Part Two: Harris Best Embraces America’s Future; Trump a Dark, Cynical Vision

Keith GirardNovember 4, 2024

In this election, we need to ask ourselves who we are and what this nation will hold going forward....

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Broadway Elite Celebrate at Only Make Believe 25th Anniversary Gala

Iris WienerNovember 2, 2024

Mario Cantone and Rachel Dratch helped kick off the 25th anniversary of Only Make Believe. (All photos: Jason Steinberg) Broadway’s finest celebrated the 25...

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Melora Harden, Robert Downey Jr. in McNeal

Melora Hardin Talks Robert Downey Jr. Impact of AI in Broadway’s ‘McNeal’

Iris WienerOctober 30, 2024

When Melora Hardin first read the script for Ayad Akhtar’s McNeal, she immediately knew she wanted to take on the role of Francine Blake....

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Ricky Rojas Enjoys a Third Stint in ‘Moulin Rouge!’ Celebrating Five Years on Broadway

Iris WienerSeptember 1, 2024

Ricky Rojas left such an impact on Broadway's Moulin Rouge! he's returning for a third turn at the show. ...

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Tim Walz as a young recruit in the Army National Guard in 1981.

JD Vance ‘Stolen Valor’ Smear of Tim Walz a Classic Case of ‘Quibbling’ and ‘Swiftboating’

Keith GirardAugust 9, 2024

JD Vance and Republicans are engaging in a classic case of quibbling over Tim Walz's military service ...

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The State of New York is seeking to dissolve the NRA and oust its President Wayne LaPierre. (Photo: ScreenCap)

Wayne LaPierre Banned From NRA: Took Group Into Hard-Right Politics Amid Graft, Corruption

Keith GirardJuly 31, 2024

Wayne LaPierre has been banned from the NRA, effectively, for life in a new court ruling. ...

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James McAvoy provides the creeps in the horror film 'Speak No Evil.' (Photo: Universal)

‘Speak No Evil’ Steps Up in a Year When Horror Movies Undergo Revival, Fan Glee (See Trailer!)

Keith GirardJuly 24, 2024

"Speak No Evil" is helping to make 2024 the year of a horror movie revival. See the new trailer!!...

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Gru and the Minions are back for "Dispicable Me 4." Expect mahem and lots of laughs (Photo: Universal)

‘Despicable Me 4’ More of The Same, But Who Argues With Box Office Gold? (Video)

Keith GirardJuly 3, 2024

Get ready for Gru and the Minion to return to the big screen July 4 in "Despicable Me 4"...

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Stereophonic was the big winner at the 68th Drama Desk Awards, with victories in seven categories, including Outstanding Play.

Stereophonic Sounds Off at Drama Desk Awards With Top Prize, 6 Other Awards (Photos!)

Iris WienerJune 18, 2024

Stereophonic was the big winner at the 68th Drama Desk Awards. Complete coverage, plus photos!...

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Robert De Niro, one of the nation's most iconic actors at age 80, is being snubbed by the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) in a blatant political move that reveals a shocking truth.

Robert De Niro Snub Stains Broadcast Group, Exposes Right-Wing Dominance of Local Airways

David Fagin and Keith GirardJune 4, 2024

Robert De Niro is being snubbed by the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) in a blatant political move that reveals a shocking truth....

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