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Playwright Neil Simon's papers go to Library of Congress
Read full article: Playwright Neil Simon's papers go to Library of CongressDozens of notebooks, scripts, speeches, drafts of letters, artwork and even signed baseballs owned by the late playwright Neil Simon have been donated to the Library of Congress.
Harvey Evans, actor in Broadway's golden years, dies at 80
Read full article: Harvey Evans, actor in Broadway's golden years, dies at 80Harvey Evans, an actor, singer and dancer who managed to land roles in the original Broadway productions of such classics as “West Side Story,” “Follies” “Hello, Dolly!”.
Bob Fosse's 'Dancin'' plans to glide back to Broadway
Read full article: Bob Fosse's 'Dancin'' plans to glide back to BroadwayChoreographer Bob Fosse’s tribute to the art of dance — called “Dancin'” — is hoping to make its sleek and sexy return to Broadway under the guidance of a veteran Fosse dancer.
Carol Burnett puts variety, and music, back in her show
Read full article: Carol Burnett puts variety, and music, back in her showFILE - Carol Burnett arrives at the 76th annual Golden Globe Awards on Jan. 6, 2019, in Beverly Hills, Calif.. Sixty-five episodes of The Carol Burnett Show have been restored and expanded and are streaming for the first time on services including Hulu and Tubi. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP, File)LOS ANGELES – Carol Burnett is so glad we had this time together, as she sang in her signature song. And of course in television the “v” of vaudeville became the “v” of variety show," Burnett told The Associated Press this week. One restored episode from the show’s first season ends with Burnett, Lawrence, comic Phyllis Diller and dancer Gwen Verdon wearing psychedelic “Sgt. “It’s just me and Vicki now,” Burnett said with a sigh.
'Fleabag,' 'Succession,' 'Chernobyl' win top Golden Globes
Read full article: 'Fleabag,' 'Succession,' 'Chernobyl' win top Golden Globes“Chernobyl,” which dramatized the devastating nuclear accident in the then-Soviet republic of Ukraine, was honored as best limited series, with cast member Stellan Skarsgard named best actor in a supporting role in a series, limited series or TV movie. Patricia Arquette won best TV supporting honors for “The Act,” based on a true crime. "Fleabag,” which dominated last fall's Emmy Awards, was honored as best comedy series and its star-creator Phoebe Waller-Bridge claimed the best actress award. Despite the high praise, Scott didn't convert his nomination into a supporting actor trophy. Brian Cox, who stars as the patriarch, was honored as best actor.