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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



Hulu's DRESS MY TOUR Fashion Series to Premiere in July
Hulu's DRESS MY TOUR Fashion Series to Premiere in July
May 20, 2024

Hosted by supermodel and actress Kate Upton, “Dress My Tour” takes fans behind the curtain of the unpredictable fashion and music industries. The series follows 11 aspiring fashion designers on the raw, emotional journey of creating stunning fashion pieces worthy of the music world’s biggest names like JoJo Siwa, Paula Abdul, Toni Braxton, Ty Dolla $ign and more.

Video: Watch Nick Fradiani Sing Neil Diamond Medley on Season Finale of AMERICAN IDOL
Video: Watch Nick Fradiani Sing Neil Diamond Medley on Season Finale of AMERICAN IDOL
May 20, 2024

Last night on the season finale of American Idol, former Idol winner and A Beautiful Noise star Nick Fradianai joined the stage to sing a medley of Neil Diamond’s beloved songs 'America' and 'Sweet Caroline' with some of the finalists from the season. Watch the performance!

YELLOWSTONE Begins Production on Final Season
YELLOWSTONE Begins Production on Final Season
May 20, 2024

Paramount Network has announced that Yellowstone, TV’s #1 show, has started production. Produced by MTV Entertainment Studios and 101 Studios, the megahit series is currently filming in Montana.  As previously announced, the series is slated to return in November for the last episodes of its fifth and final season.

Louis Tomlinson to Livestream FOR EVERY QUESTION WHY Mexico City Concert
Louis Tomlinson to Livestream FOR EVERY QUESTION WHY Mexico City Concert
May 20, 2024

In a landmark event for fans around the world, British singer/songwriter Louis Tomlinson is set to perform one night only at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez - Curva 4 in Mexico City on Saturday, June 1, 2024. Louis will be the first male solo artist to headline the venue, which is the home of the Mexican F1 Grand Prix. To cater to the timezones of a truly global fanbase, there will be two opportunities for fans to gather on the streams — a livestream direct from the show and an encore broadcast.

Chris Stapleton Is Top Winner at ACM Awards, Performs 'Think I'm In Love With You with Dua Lipa
Chris Stapleton Is Top Winner at ACM Awards, Performs 'Think I'm In Love With You with Dua Lipa
May 20, 2024

19x ACM Award-winner Chris Stapleton was the top winner at the 59th Annual ACM Awards with four wins: Album of the Year (Higher, as artist and producer), Male Artist of the Year and Artist-Songwriter of the Year. Stapleton also performed his song, “Think I’m In Love With You,” with surprise special guest Dua Lipa during the live show.

HBO Orders New Comedy Series Starring Steve Carell From Bill Lawrence and Matt Tarses
HBO Orders New Comedy Series Starring Steve Carell From Bill Lawrence and Matt Tarses
May 20, 2024

HBO has given a 10-episode, straight-to-series order for a new half-hour comedy starring and executive produced by eleven-time Emmy® Award nominee Steve Carell. Emmy®-winner Bill Lawrence and Emmy®-nominee Matt Tarses will write the first episode and executive produce the upcoming Warner Bros. Television series. The single-camera comedy is set on a college campus, centering on an author’s complicated relationship with his daughter.

Ron Pope Releases New Single 'I've Gotta Change (Or I'm Gonna Die)'
Ron Pope Releases New Single 'I've Gotta Change (Or I'm Gonna Die)'
May 20, 2024

On May 17th, Nashville-based, platinum recording artist, Ron Pope, released a new single, “I’ve Gotta Change (Or I’m Gonna Die),” via Brooklyn Basement Records. Several years ago, Pope sustained a serious back injury. Unable to work but wary of prescribed pain medication, he chose to white-knuckle his way through the ordeal, relying on other ways to manage the pain. His new song is inspired by that experience. Listen to it now!

Video: LEGO Teases New Sets Inspired by the WICKED Movie
Video: LEGO Teases New Sets Inspired by the WICKED Movie
May 20, 2024

In October, LEGO Group will introduce four sets inspired by the first film that will allow fans to delve deeper into some of the most iconic scenes straight out of Oz and explore core themes, characters, and songs from the upcoming film. On the official LEGO X/Twitter page, the fan-favorite building block toy company teased the new line of products. In the 15-second video, pink, white, and green LEGO pieces spill out the words 'Pink clicks good with green,' with background music playing the song Popular, sung by Glinda in the musical. Watch the teaser here!

Wynonna Judd Cover of Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers Song 'Refugee' Released
Wynonna Judd Cover of Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers Song 'Refugee' Released
May 20, 2024

Wynonna Judd’s take on Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers’ classic song “Refugee” featuring Lainey Wilson is out now. The track arrives as the fifth single shared from the highly-anticipated Petty Country: A Country Music Celebration of Tom Petty, with a new video, “In The Studio,” featuring behind-the-scenes footage of Judd and Wilson recording their version. Listen to the track now!

Shygirl to Release 'Club Shy Rmx' EP, Shares First Track
Shygirl to Release 'Club Shy Rmx' EP, Shares First Track
May 20, 2024

Following the announcement of her support slot on the SWEAT arena world tour with Troye Sivan and Charli XCX set for this fall, Shygirl returns to announce a new EP CLUB SHY RMX, which features remixes of her acclaimed 2024 EP Club Shy, due June 7th via Because Music. Alongside the announcement, she shares the first taste of the project with a brand new track “encore” feat. Danny L Harle. The EP is set to include remixes from prolific DJs such as VTSS, Logic1000, X-Coast, and Fedde Le Grand, among others. Listen to the new track!

Tyler Hubbard Earns Third Consecutive Solo No. 1 with 'Back Then Right Now'
Tyler Hubbard Earns Third Consecutive Solo No. 1 with 'Back Then Right Now'
May 20, 2024

Multi-PLATINUM-selling country hitmaker Tyler Hubbard has earned three consecutive solo No. 1s on multiple charts. His current single “Back Then Right Now” lands atop the Country Aircheck and Billboard Country Airplay charts after spending two weeks at the No. 1 spot in Canada.  

Seattle's Painted Shield Share New Song Ahead of 'Painted Shield 3' Album
Seattle's Painted Shield Share New Song Ahead of 'Painted Shield 3' Album
May 20, 2024

Earlier this year, Seattle, WA-based Painted Shield announced details of their forthcoming LP, Painted Shield 3, due for release July 26, 2024 via Loosegroove Records. Last week, the band shared “Lover Divine,” following on the heels of the album’s lead single, “Transector.” The band recently headlined their first show at the iconic Paramount Theatre and curated the first House of LSGRV compilation which came out for 2024 Record Store Day. Listen to the new singles now!

Jeonghan & Wonwoo of SEVENTEEN to Release First Single Album
Jeonghan & Wonwoo of SEVENTEEN to Release First Single Album
May 20, 2024

SEVENTEEN’s JEONGHAN and WONWOO are coming together to release their first-ever single album THIS MAN, slated to debut on June 17. Widely recognized as the creative powerhouse of K-pop, SEVENTEEN has consistently reaffirmed their musical diversity through clever interplay of units among the 13 members.

Lenny Kravitz to Play Exclusive Las Vegas Engagement at Park MGM
Lenny Kravitz to Play Exclusive Las Vegas Engagement at Park MGM
May 20, 2024

As he prepares to release his highly anticipated new studio album, Blue Electric Light, this Friday, four-time GRAMMY® Award-winner Lenny Kravitz has announced an exclusive Las Vegas engagement, Blue Electric Light Las Vegas. Performances will be held October 18, 19, 23, 25 and 26, 2024 at Dolby Live at Park MGM. Find ticketing information here!

THE FALL GUY Extended Cut Coming to Digital on May 21
THE FALL GUY Extended Cut Coming to Digital on May 21
May 20, 2024

As it continues driving pulse-pounding excitement at the global box office, the adrenaline-fueled, action-packed film, THE FALL GUY, arrives exclusively in homes on digital platforms where you can buy or rent movies with a never-before-seen Extended Cut on May 21, 2024, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment.

NJ Alt-Rockers Bobby Mahoney Release New Single 'We Go On' Off Upcoming LP 'Another Deadbeat Summer'
NJ Alt-Rockers Bobby Mahoney Release New Single 'We Go On' Off Upcoming LP 'Another Deadbeat Summer'
May 20, 2024

Central New Jersey alternative rock outfit Bobby Mahoney, newly signed to Stevie Van Zandt's Wicked Cool Records, has released 'We Go On,' the next single off the band's upcoming label debut, 'Another Deadbeat Summer,' out June 14. Bobby Mahoney has made a name for itself in the vibrant Asbury Park, NJ music scene, sharing the stage with the likes of Frank Turner, Against Me!, Steve Earle, and more. Listen to the new single!

Sofi Tukker Poised for UK Breakout Year in 2024; New Album 'BREAD' Out in August
Sofi Tukker Poised for UK Breakout Year in 2024; New Album 'BREAD' Out in August
May 20, 2024

BREAD’s acronym “Be Really Energetic and Dance” encapsulates the full album experience, inviting listeners into SOFI TUKKER’S pleasure-filled, immersive world. SOFI TUKKER elaborate on the narrative of BREAD, saying, “BREAD is a way of being. It says devour what you desire, it says, ‘Be Really Energetic And Dance,’ and do it in good company...'

Dan Aura Shares New EP 'Where It Hurts'
Dan Aura Shares New EP 'Where It Hurts'
May 20, 2024

The new body of work sees Aura fully coming into his own as an artist, finessed by his soothing vocals which show maturity far beyond his years. From tender ballads to soaring melodies and unapologetically raw lyrics, Aura’s new EP is a triumphant display of pure pop mastery. Listen to the EP now!

GIRLI Shares Her Masterful New Album 'Matriarchy'
GIRLI Shares Her Masterful New Album 'Matriarchy'
May 20, 2024

Heralding a new era for girli, Matriarchy is a bright, evocative and insightful record that sees the celebrated, multi-faceted artist take the reins with full creative control. From the opening lines of ‘Be With Me’, girli’s commendation to self-love, the tone of every track that follows is masterful. Listen to the new album!

Don McLean Releases New 'American Boys' Album
Don McLean Releases New 'American Boys' Album
May 20, 2024

Don McLean, GRAMMY winner, Songwriter Hall of Fame, Musicians Hall of Fame, and Music City Walk of Fame honoree, is proud to celebrate the release of his latest album ‘American Boys’ an ode to the originators of modern rock ‘n roll. Listen to the album now!



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