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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



John Leguizamo Talks About His 'Difficult' Relationship with Patrick Swayze on RADIO ANDY
John Leguizamo Talks About His 'Difficult' Relationship with Patrick Swayze on RADIO ANDY
May 3, 2024

In a new interview with Andy Cohen, actor John Leguizamo discussed his working relationship with Ghost star Patrick Swayze on the set of the film To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar. After Cohen mentioned how highly people speak of Swayze, Leguizamo recalls a different experience on set, saying 'I love him. He was just neurotic and I'm not, you know, I'm neurotic too, but I don't know. He was just, it was difficult working with him.'

Gunna to Release New Album 'One of Wun' This Month
Gunna to Release New Album 'One of Wun' This Month
May 3, 2024

Four-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated, multi-platinum Atlanta rap superstar Gunna has announced his highly-anticipated fifth studio album One of Wun, is set to release on May 10th. Gunna also dropped his new single “Whatsapp (Wassam)' and will be touring in support of his new album this spring. Listen to the single now!

Alec Benjamin Debuts Single 'Sacrifice Tomorrow'
Alec Benjamin Debuts Single 'Sacrifice Tomorrow'
May 3, 2024

Multi-platinum singer-songwriter Alec Benjamin delivers his final single, “Sacrifice Tomorrow”. The pop-infused track marks the final single release ahead his highly-anticipated third studio album “12 Notes” releasing next Friday, May 10th via Elektra Entertainment. Benjamin also recently announced his 2024 “12 Notes” US tour kicking off in September 2024, where he will headline in 31-cities across North America. Listen to the single now!

The Beaches Will Embark on North American Tour This Fall
The Beaches Will Embark on North American Tour This Fall
May 3, 2024

Canadian rock darlings The Beaches have announced their fall North American headlining tour to follow up their West Coast dates with girl in red. Along with the tour announcement, The Beaches also are celebrating one year since the release of 'Blame Brett' with a remix of the song featuring a new verse from electropunk hitmaker and current touring mate of Avril Lavinge, Royal & the Serpent. Listen to the song now!

Video: Watch a Behind-the-Scenes Look at THE WIZ on TODAY
Video: Watch a Behind-the-Scenes Look at THE WIZ on TODAY
May 3, 2024

On Friday, The Today Show visited The Wiz on Broadway for a special behind-the-scenes look at the revival of the classic musical. In the interview, Wayne Brady, who plays The Wiz, talked about the formative experience of watching the 1978 film with Michael Jackson and Diana Ross. Nichelle Lewis is making her Broadway debut in the production and recalls the creative team finding her through TikTok. Watch the full interview now!

Tenille Arts Releases 'to be honest' Album Ahead of World Tour
Tenille Arts Releases 'to be honest' Album Ahead of World Tour
May 3, 2024

Multi-award-winning singer, songwriter, and entertainer Tenille Arts has released her long-awaited to be honest album, 14 cuts she calls the most important collection of songs in her musical journey thus far. The album is available now on Dreamcatcher Artists and distributed through STEM. Listen to the album now!

Petey Releases Stirring New Single 'The River'
Petey Releases Stirring New Single 'The River'
May 3, 2024

Continuing to build upon the success of his acclaimed album USA, Petey releases “The River” as the first single from his upcoming acoustic EP, The Closest Thing To Being Over Is Going On. The new project boasts acoustic versions of songs from USA, collaborations with Sir Chloe and Mike Kinsella (American Football, Owen), and previously unreleased tunes. Listen to the single now!

Billy Magnussen, Sarah Gadon and Hamish Linklater Join A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY
Billy Magnussen, Sarah Gadon and Hamish Linklater Join A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY
May 3, 2024

According to reports, Billy Magnussen, Sarah Gadon and Hamish Linklater are all set to join Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell in Sony's upcoming imaginative A Big Bold Beautiful Journey. Their roles in the film have not been confirmed and specific plot details have also been kept under wraps. The film is said to center on an emotional connection between two strangers, likely to be Robbie and Farrell.

Singer-Songwriter Will Stewart's New 'Live in Norway' LP Drops in June
Singer-Songwriter Will Stewart's New 'Live in Norway' LP Drops in June
May 3, 2024

Birmingham, Alabama singer-songwriter Will Stewart (The Blips) is set to release his new Live in Norway album later this spring. Joined by his backing group The Gold Band, featuring Janet Simpson (guitar, vocals), Ross Parker (bass) and Tyler McGuire (drums), the quartet run through a spirited live set of guitar-driven folk-rock songs that traverse through Stewart's previous two studio albums - Slow Life (2022) and County Seat (2018). Listen to the lead single now!

Holly Humberstone Collaborates with Medium Build and Tiny Habits on Reimagined Versions of Her Songs
Holly Humberstone Collaborates with Medium Build and Tiny Habits on Reimagined Versions of Her Songs
May 3, 2024

Award-winning singer songwriter Holly Humberstone has released reimagined versions of her favorite songs from critically acclaimed debut album Paint My Bedroom Black. Inviting friends and peers on her journey, Humberstone premieres new versions of “Cocoon” featuring singer/songwriter Medium Build and “Antichrist” featuring folk-pop group Tiny Habits. The new tracks follow the release of her recent collaboration with MUNA on “Into You Room.” Listen to the songs now!

Cavetown Releases 'little vice (Acoustic)' Ahead of US Summer Tour
Cavetown Releases 'little vice (Acoustic)' Ahead of US Summer Tour
May 3, 2024

Multi-platinum singer, songwriter, and producer Cavetown shares little vice (Acoustic) via Warner Records/Sire Records. For the project, he acoustically reimagines and reinvents tracks from his acclaimed 2024 EP, stripping the sound back to its bare core with unfiltered honesty and emotion. Next up, Cavetown will embark on his upcoming co-headline tour alongside Mother Mother this summer, making stops at iconic venues across North America. Listen to the acoustic EP now!

Lostboycrow Heats Up With New Single 'Summer Boy'
Lostboycrow Heats Up With New Single 'Summer Boy'
May 3, 2024

Los Angeles artist Lostboycrow has shared his beach-ready bop, “Summer Boy.” On the track, he says “It’s a sugarcoated love song in the guise of a live fast, die young broken disco ball of sound.”  The track was co-written with Sam Beresford (Winnetka Bowling League) and Cody Tarpley (Noah Cyrus, Megan The Stallion). Watch the visualizer now!

Matthew Mayfield Shares Single 'Die In A Ghost Town' Ahead of New Album
Matthew Mayfield Shares Single 'Die In A Ghost Town' Ahead of New Album
May 3, 2024

Birmingham, AL-based, acclaimed songwriter Matthew Mayfield is excited to unveil his latest single, 'Die In A Ghost Town.' ''Die In A Ghost Town' is an anthem of both hope and reckoning,' says Matthew Mayfield. 'It was written from the perspective of someone stripped of their freedom but determined to reclaim it...' Listen to the single now!

The Orion Experience Returns With New Single 'Magical Animals'
The Orion Experience Returns With New Single 'Magical Animals'
May 3, 2024

THE ORION EXPERIENCE (TOE) has announced the release of their latest single, “Magical Animals” which is out now. Along with this new single and upcoming album, the band has begun setting up dates for The Magical Animals Tour, a glam rock extravaganza the likes of which have not been seen since the heyday of the 1970’s. Listen to the single now!

Stereophonic to Perform on THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON Next Week
Stereophonic to Perform on THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON Next Week
May 3, 2024

Tune in to see Sterephonic on Jimmy Fallon next week! On Monday, May 6, cast from the play will be on The Tonight Show to perform a number from the production, which is currently playing on Broadway. The program airs 11:35/10:35c on NBC.

LA Alt-Punks Death Lens Unveil New Album 'Cold World'
LA Alt-Punks Death Lens Unveil New Album 'Cold World'
May 3, 2024

LA based Death Lens - the five “Brown boys from La Puente” - have released their sophomore album ‘Cold World’ out now digitally and physically via Epitaph Records. Enlisting the help of their first producer, NYC based Brett Romnes (Hot Mulligan, Mom Jeans), the new record documents an elevation of their sound transmuted into matured and brawny post-hardcore with lyrics that show a dedication to social justice and their community. Listen to the album now!

Glenn Close Says SUNSET BOULEVARD Film is 'Moving Forward'
Glenn Close Says SUNSET BOULEVARD Film is 'Moving Forward'
May 3, 2024

Glenn Close has given a new update on the Sunset Boulevard film adaptation, revealing that it is 'moving forward.' Close originated the role of Norma Desmond on Broadway in 1994 before returning to the role in the 2017 revival.

Carter Faith Shares New Song 'Strong Stuff'
Carter Faith Shares New Song 'Strong Stuff'
May 3, 2024

Breakout Nashville vocalist and songwriter Carter Faith has unveiled a new song, “Strong Stuff,” which she co-wrote with Tofer Brown (Elle King, Walker Hayes, Lady A), Lauren Hungate (Lily Rose, Cam, Lori McKenna) and Jessi Jo Dillon (Keith Urban, LeAnn Rimes, Dan + Shay). “Strong Stuff is basically my going out to the bar and looking to find someone to flirt with theme song.,” says Faith. “I’m someone who can be a lot to handle and I’m only into men who like it that way.” Listen to the song now!

FISHER and Jennifer Lopez Reimagine Hit Song 'Waiting For Tonight'
FISHER and Jennifer Lopez Reimagine Hit Song 'Waiting For Tonight'
May 3, 2024

‘Waiting For Tonight’ offers a modern take on the original Jennifer Lopez classic that became a global phenomenon after its release in 1999. FISHER's contemporary rendition of ‘Waiting For Tonight’ pays homage to the towering original, a track which, at its time, transcended music culture and marked a pivotal milestone in Jennifer Lopez's already-prolific career. Listen to the song now!

Mortimer Shares Mental Struggles on 'Not A Day Goes By'
Mortimer Shares Mental Struggles on 'Not A Day Goes By'
May 3, 2024

Mortimer’s new single, out now, delves into Mortimer’s own struggles with heartbreak and depression, in a brave and healing lyric delivered as only Mortimer could. The song, “Not A Day Goes By,” has an accompanying video directed by Pete Beng. The new single follows two others released from his upcoming full-length album that he produced and co-wrote with top producer Winta James. Listen to the single now!



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