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Josh Sharpe

Josh Sharpe is the Entertainment Editor for BroadwayWorld. For as long as he can remember, he has been in love with movies and the people who make them. This passion for great storytelling has been the driving force of his career journey.

An entertainment journalist since 2018, he has extensively covered the film and television industry, with bylines in Paste Magazine, TheaterMania, Collider, and The DisInsider. Across these platforms, he has produced numerous interviews, reviews, and news pieces, with a particular emphasis on The Walt Disney Company. During this time, he has had the privilege of interviewing such creatives as Hayley Mills, Jodi Benson, and Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman.

A graduate of Western Washington University, he studied Theatre and has since dabbled in directing. He has also appeared onstage in musicals like Into the Woods as The Baker and The Fantasticks as Matt.

He is grateful for the opportunity to write about the things he loves at BroadwayWorld!




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First Show:

Secondhand Lions: A New Musical at The 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle. This was a Broadway bound original musical (that, sadly, never went to Broadway) starring Gregg Edelman, Mark Jacoby, and Jason Danieley. Not bad for a first!

Favorite Show:

Sunday in the Park with George



Eric Krasno & Wax Releases 'Higher'; Will Collaborate on New Album
Eric Krasno & Wax Releases 'Higher'; Will Collaborate on New Album
May 7, 2024

Modern funk guitar hero Eric Krasno and indie rap legend Wax are back with the second single from their upcoming collaborative album 'LIGHT YEARS,' releasing on Feel Music Group. The new song 'Higher' is a heartfelt boom bap banger that hearkens back to 'Kanye's first and second album' era of rap. Listen to the song now!

Kristin Chenoweth, Joel Grey & More Among Presenters and Performers at 2024 Chita Rivera Awards
Kristin Chenoweth, Joel Grey & More Among Presenters and Performers at 2024 Chita Rivera Awards
May 7, 2024

Presenters have been announced for the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards, being presented on May 20 at 7:30pm at the NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts (566 LaGuardia Place off Washington Square Park). See the lineup here!

 Iconic Rock Band Stryper to Release First Ever Acoustic Album
Iconic Rock Band Stryper to Release First Ever Acoustic Album
May 7, 2024

Multi-platinum rock band STRYPER has announced the upcoming release of their first-ever acoustic “unplugged” album, To Hell with the Amps. The first STRYPER album to be available in Dolby Atmos, To Hell with the Amps will be released digitally on May 10, 2024, with physical editions (including Blu-ray, CD, DVD, cassette and vinyl formats) to follow in June.

Catfish And The Bottlemen to Embark on Long-Awaited North American Fall Headline Tour
Catfish And The Bottlemen to Embark on Long-Awaited North American Fall Headline Tour
May 7, 2024

This October, multi-Platinum-selling, BRIT Award-winning, arena-filling giants Catfish and the Bottlemen will return to the U.S. for the first time in nearly five years and embark on a massively anticipated North American headline tour. Tickets for the tour will be available beginning with an artist presale launching tomorrow, May 8, at 10 a.m. local time, with additional presales running throughout the week ahead of the general onsale beginning on Friday at 10 a.m. local time.

October Drift to Play Scala, London Headline Show
October Drift to Play Scala, London Headline Show
May 7, 2024

October Drift have announced their largest headline show yet, which will take place at Scala in London on November 5th 2024. Pre-sale tickets are on sale now and general on sale commences on Wednesday May 8th at 10am. The announcement comes following the release of their new single ‘Blame The Young’, the first taste of the band’s forthcoming third album due later this year.

Video: John Moreland Drops Powerful Video for Folk-Rock Track 'Gentle Violence'
Video: John Moreland Drops Powerful Video for Folk-Rock Track 'Gentle Violence'
May 7, 2024

Esteemed singer-songwriter John Moreland has released a powerful video for folk-rock track “Gentle Violence.” Directed by Rahul Chakraborty, the video stars actors Jonah Lewis and Drew Pollock, who powerfully portray a family battling addiction and substance abuse. Watch the video here!

Video: Watch Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Sing THE PRINCE OF EGYPT at the Met Gala
Video: Watch Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Sing THE PRINCE OF EGYPT at the Met Gala
May 7, 2024

At the close of the 2024 Met Gala, pop star Ariana Grande and Tony Award-winner Cynthia Erivo joined the stage together to perform a powerful rendition of When You Believe from the animated film The Prince of Egypt. Watch the performance here!

Irish Country-Pop Star CMAT Releases New Single, 'Aw, Shoot'
Irish Country-Pop Star CMAT Releases New Single, 'Aw, Shoot'
May 7, 2024

CMAT, the bold, bright BRIT-nominated voice out of Ireland blending country, pop, and a flair for wit and whimsy has released a new single “Aw, Shoot” – a kitchen-sink drama with a western edge and an undeniable, boot-stomping hook. The single, which was premiered by BBC Radio’s Hottest Record In The World, is her first since her critically acclaimed sophomore album Crazymad, For Me released last fall. Listen to it here!

Razor Braids Confront the Loss of Platonic Love on 'Big Wave'
Razor Braids Confront the Loss of Platonic Love on 'Big Wave'
May 7, 2024

Razor Braids has returned with the fourth and final single from the highly anticipated new LP, Big Wave (out June 7th). Sonically containing a slower tempo than the previous singles released for this album, the titular track 'Big Wave' casts Razor Braids in a more emotional light. An ode to heartbreak experienced as a result of a failed platonic relationship, the track oozes in melancholy and fits like a warm hug. Listen to the single now!

G-Easy Releases New Remix of Viral Hit with 'Lady Killers III'
G-Easy Releases New Remix of Viral Hit with 'Lady Killers III'
May 7, 2024

Multi-platinum selling superstar G-Eazy has released “Lady Killers III,” a brand-new version of his explosive viral hit via RCA Records. Originally released in 2012, the rapper breathes new life into the much-loved track that has been taking the internet by storm in recent months. “It feels like there’s a big wave of nostalgia going on right now, and I wanted to tap into that,” G-Eazy says. Listen to the remix now!

Janet Noh Releases Soul-Stirring Single 'Oh Child'
Janet Noh Releases Soul-Stirring Single 'Oh Child'
May 7, 2024

Pop-R&B singer-songwriter pianist, and producer, Janet Noh, has released her latest single and music video, “Oh Child.” Released in conjunction with Mental Health Awareness Month and AAPI Heritage Month, “Oh Child' serves as a powerful testament to Noh's commitment to addressing pressing societal issues while uplifting voices within her community. Listen to the song now!

Michelle Yeoh to Star in BLADE RUNNER Sequel Series
Michelle Yeoh to Star in BLADE RUNNER Sequel Series
May 7, 2024

According to reports, Michelle Yeoh, who will play Madame Morrible in the upcoming musical film Wicked, has found her latest project. Yeoh will be playing the lead in the upcoming Blade Runner limited series from Prime Video, which recently began production. Later this year, Yeoh will be seen in Wicked alongside Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo.

Been Stellar to Embark on North American Tour with Fontaines D.C.
Been Stellar to Embark on North American Tour with Fontaines D.C.
May 7, 2024

Been Stellar have announced they will be joining Fontaines D.C. on their North American tour this Fall. The news comes ahead of the band's debut album Scream from New York, NY, out June 21st (new release date) via their new label home Dirty Hit. Been Stellar have spent the past month on a major European tour supporting The 1975 and will resume touring in the UK next week.

Silverada (Formerly Mike and the Moonpies) Releases 'Stay By My Side' From Self-Titled Album
Silverada (Formerly Mike and the Moonpies) Releases 'Stay By My Side' From Self-Titled Album
May 7, 2024

Celebrated band Silverada (formerly known as Mike and the Moonpies) has released “Stay By My Side,” the latest single from their upcoming self-titled album, out June 28. Silverada isn't just another album for Silverada; it's a defining moment in their career. The recording speaks volumes about the transformation they've undergone, leveling up their songwriting and honing their distinctive sound. Listen to the single now!

Lyle Lovett Confirms Extensive Fall Tour with His Large Band
Lyle Lovett Confirms Extensive Fall Tour with His Large Band
May 7, 2024

4x Grammy Award-winning singer, composer and actor Lyle Lovett will continue to tour through this fall with his Large Band including newly confirmed stops at Charlotte’s Knight Theater, Jacksonville’s Florida Theatre, New Orleans’ Tipitina’s (two nights), Dallas’ Majestic Theatre (two nights), Houston’s Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, Austin’s ACL Live at the Moody Theater (two nights) and Fort Worth’s Bass Performance Hall among many others. 

Arooj Aftab Shares Single 'Whiskey' Ahead of New Album
Arooj Aftab Shares Single 'Whiskey' Ahead of New Album
May 7, 2024

Atmospheric and playful, “Whiskey” transports listeners to a melancholic display of intoxicated infatuation as Aftab sings in English: “Your head gets heavy and rests on my shoulder ’cause you drink too much whiskey when you’re with me.” Listen to the track now!

Video: Watch the New DESPICABLE ME 4 Trailer Featuring Mega Minions
Video: Watch the New DESPICABLE ME 4 Trailer Featuring Mega Minions
May 7, 2024

Despicable Me 4 has just dropped a new trailer for the upcoming film in the fan-favorite franchise starring Steve Carell. The trailer features a new look at the characters, including the superweapons 'Mega Minions,' an experiment destined to go wrong. Watch the trailer now!

Video: Meghan Trainor Takes Us 'To The Moon' In New Music Video
Video: Meghan Trainor Takes Us 'To The Moon' In New Music Video
May 7, 2024

Meghan Trainor has delivered an out-of-this-world new music video for latest single, “To The Moon,” directed by VMA award winning Philip Lopez (Selena Gomez, Renee Rapp, Lauv) and she’s brought some friends along for the ride. During an intergalactic mission, Meghan gets help from Niecy Nash, Chris Olsen, Daryl Sabara, Riley Trainor, and Brookie & Jessie. Watch the video now!

Photo: See Bette Midler, Megan Mullally, and More in First Look at THE FABULOUS FOUR
Photo: See Bette Midler, Megan Mullally, and More in First Look at THE FABULOUS FOUR
May 7, 2024

Bleeker Street has just dropped a first-look image of the upcoming film The Fabulous Four, featuring Tony-Award winner Bette Midler, Tony-nominated Sheryl Lee Ralph, Academy Award winner Susan Sarandon, and Emmy-Award winner Megan Mullally. Take a look at the photo here, which includes Midler in wedding garb!

Graham Nash Will Tour North America This Year; Select Dates with Judy Collins + Carnegie Hall
Graham Nash Will Tour North America This Year; Select Dates with Judy Collins + Carnegie Hall
May 7, 2024

Two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and founding member of both the Hollies and Crosby, Stills & Nash Graham Nash is set to tour the U.S. throughout this summer and fall. Nash will be joined by fellow Grammy-winning singer/songwriter Judy Collins for select dates on the tour, including stops at New York’s historic Carnegie Hall, Boston’s Shubert Theater, the Scottish Rite Auditorium in Collingswood, NJ and the State Theatre in Ithaca, NY



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