Josh Sharpe

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



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Metaldust to Celebrate Album 'Seasons' With North American Tour
Metaldust to Celebrate Album 'Seasons' With North American Tour
May 21, 2024

After wrapping the final leg of the Machine Killer tour with Static-X, metal legends Sevendust are heading back on the road this September to celebrate the 21st Anniversary of their iconic album Seasons. The tour kicks off on September 13th in Hampton Beach, MA and runs through October 8th where it wraps up in Salt Lake City, UT. Find the full dates here!

NOTHING MORE to Embark on 'CARNAL Tour 2024' Feat. Set It Off, From Ashes To New, and Post Profit
NOTHING MORE to Embark on 'CARNAL Tour 2024' Feat. Set It Off, From Ashes To New, and Post Profit
May 21, 2024

RIAA Gold-certified and 3x Grammy Award-nominated rock mainstays NOTHING MORE today, May 21, announce their headlining “Carnal Tour 2024” produced by Live Nation. Earlier this week, NOTHING MORE wrapped up their co-headlining spring tour with Wage War which sold out various shows. The late summer “Carnal” tour will kick off in the U.S. on August 31 in Columbia, MO and stretch to September 24 in Cleveland, OH.

KUNG FU PANDA 4 Sets DVD and Blu-ray Release; See New Bonus Content
KUNG FU PANDA 4 Sets DVD and Blu-ray Release; See New Bonus Content
May 21, 2024

The search for the new Dragon Warrior is on! Po learns he must face his biggest villain yet and embarks on a hilarious mission with his new team of misfits in KUNG FU PANDA 4, available with over an hour of extras on Digital, 4K UHD, Blu-rayTM and DVD May 28, 2024, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment.

Eliza & The Delusionals to Release Album 'Make It Feel Like The Garden,' Share New Single
Eliza & The Delusionals to Release Album 'Make It Feel Like The Garden,' Share New Single
May 21, 2024

Australian indie rock band Eliza & the Delusionals are excited to announce their highly-anticipated second studio album Make It Feel Like The Garden out Friday, July 19 via Cooking Vinyl. In anticipation of the upcoming release, the trio is sharing their second single, 'Falling For You,' out now on all streaming services. Listen to the new single!

Dates Revealed for the 67th Annual GRAMMY Awards
Dates Revealed for the 67th Annual GRAMMY Awards
May 21, 2024

The Recording Academy® has announced its key dates and deadlines ahead of Music’s Biggest Night®, taking place on Sun, Feb. 2, 2025, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. This year’s GRAMMY® nominees will be announced on Fri, Nov. 8, 2024. The 67th Annual GRAMMY Awards® will broadcast live on the CBS Television Network and stream live and on demand on Paramount+.  

Video: Sarah Paulson Talks 'Very, Very Funny' APPROPRIATE on THE LATE SHOW
Video: Sarah Paulson Talks 'Very, Very Funny' APPROPRIATE on THE LATE SHOW
May 21, 2024

On Monday evening, Sarah Paulson stopped by The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to discuss the Tony-nominated play Appropriate, which is currently playing on Broadway. During the interview, she discussed the 'very, very funny' family drama and lamented that she doesn't get to do a Southern accent in the play. Watch the full interview now!

Rachel Bay Jones and Danny Burstein to Star in Indie Film RISE AND SHINE
Rachel Bay Jones and Danny Burstein to Star in Indie Film RISE AND SHINE
May 21, 2024

According to new reports, Tony Winners Rachel Bay Jones and Danny Burstein will star alongside newcomer Ana Sharp in an independent film from Laura Somers called Rise and Shine. Based on a true story, the film follows Janice Steele and her daughter Terri who makes the transition from homeschool to public school. Janice, who was born with cerebral palsy and a developmental delay, inspires those around her in this new environment with her positivity.

Video: Do You Know the Answer to This Theater-themed Final Jeopardy?
Video: Do You Know the Answer to This Theater-themed Final Jeopardy?
May 21, 2024

Last night's final Jeopardy! was 'The Theater.' Recently, Jeopardy has featured a 'World Theatre' category, a 'Songs In Musicals' category, Idina Menzel category, a Tony-Winning Musicals category, a 'Broadway is Back' category, a Broadway Musicals category, a Shakespeare's Women category, and a Stephen Sondheim category. Watch the video and test your knowledge!

Video: Eddie Redmayne Teaches Jimmy Fallon 'Willkommen' From CABARET
Video: Eddie Redmayne Teaches Jimmy Fallon 'Willkommen' From CABARET
May 21, 2024

Eddie Redmayne visited The Tonight Show on Monday to discuss his role in as the Emcee in Cabaret for which he was just nominated for a Tony. During the interview, Redmayne recalled his first Tony win in 2010 for Red and some of his Cabaret experiences, culminating in a moment where Redmayne taught Fallon how to perform the famous opening number 'Willkommen.' Watch the interview and performance now!

Interview: Jason Butler Harner Discusses The Big Bend, Apple TV+'s Sugar, and His Love for the Stage
Interview: Jason Butler Harner Discusses The Big Bend, Apple TV+'s Sugar, and His Love for the Stage
May 21, 2024

Jason Butler Harner is all over our screens these days. Currently, he is appearing in a newly released independent film called The Big Bend, which follows two couples who attempt to reconnect in the midst of undisclosed struggles that rise to the surface throughout the film. Harner also appears in Sugar, the Apple TV+ series starring Colin Farrell. BroadwayWorld sat down with Harner to talk about his latest film, Sugar's major twist, and his eagerness to return to the stage.

Video: Watch Sneak Peek of New Episode of Apple TV+'s ACAPULCO
Video: Watch Sneak Peek of New Episode of Apple TV+'s ACAPULCO
May 20, 2024

Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from the fifth episode of “Acapulco” season three, the hit bilingual comedy starring and executive produced by Emmy and SAG-Award winner Eugenio Derbez. At Julia’s long-anticipated dress shop opening, Maximo surprises her with a gift that goes wrong. Sara runs into her new crush. Watch the sneak peek!

Photos: See First Look Images For BEL-AIR Season 3
Photos: See First Look Images For BEL-AIR Season 3
May 20, 2024

Peacock has just dropped the release date and first look photos for Season 3 of Bell-Air. The Peacock show will be returning with Season 3 on August 15 with three new episodes at launch. Set in modern-day Los Angeles, Peacock’s drama series Bel-Air imagines the beloved sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air through a new, dramatic take on Will’s complicated journey from the streets of West Philadelphia to the gated mansions of Bel-Air. Take a look at the new photos now!

All-Nigerian Voice Cast Unveiled for IYANU Animated Series
All-Nigerian Voice Cast Unveiled for IYANU Animated Series
May 20, 2024

Cartoon Network and Max have announced the all-Nigerian cast for “Iyanu,” the epic superhero animated-series steeped in Nigerian culture and mythology. Leading the voice cast is Serah Johnson as Iyanu, a teenage heroine who must uncover the mystery behind her newfound powers to save her people from an ancient curse threatening to destroy humanity.

Kate Hudson to Perform on THE VOICE Finale; Debut Album Out Now
Kate Hudson to Perform on THE VOICE Finale; Debut Album Out Now
May 20, 2024

Last week, Kate Hudson released her debut album Glorious to rave reviews. On Tuesday, May 21, she will be appearing on The Voice finale to perform from her new album and encourage the contestants as they embark on that final round. In the meantime, listen to Glorious now!

Allegra Levy Releases 'Out of the Question' With Mimi Jones, Allison Miller, & Carmen Staaf
Allegra Levy Releases 'Out of the Question' With Mimi Jones, Allison Miller, & Carmen Staaf
May 20, 2024

Out of the Question is composed entirely of songs in search of answers, from “Where Are You Going?” to Carole King’s “Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow?” It features an all-star, all-women band, including Carmen Staaf on piano, Allison Miller on drums, and Mimi Jones on bass, with special guests Roxy Coss on sax, Aubrey Johnson on vocals, and Andrew Baird on guitar. Listen to the album now!

Maroon 5 Returns to Park MGM for Exclusive Las Vegas Engagement With Sold Out Shows
Maroon 5 Returns to Park MGM for Exclusive Las Vegas Engagement With Sold Out Shows
May 20, 2024

This past weekend, three-time GRAMMY Award-winning multi-platinum band Maroon 5 celebrated their return to the stage at Dolby Live at Park MGM with their Las Vegas residency, M5LV The Residency, with sold-out shows on Friday, May 17 and Saturday, May 18. Limited tickets for shows through October 12, 2024 are on sale now, with all shows scheduled to begin at 8 p.m.

Vince Vaughn Series BAD MONKEY to Debut in August
Vince Vaughn Series BAD MONKEY to Debut in August
May 20, 2024

“Bad Monkey,” tells the story of Andrew Yancy (Vaughn) who has been bounced from the Miami Police department and is now a health inspector in the Keys. But after stumbling upon a case that begins with a human arm fished up by tourists, he realizes that if he can prove murder, he'll be back in. He just needs to get past a trove of Floridian oddballs and one bad monkey.

Esmé Creed-Miles, Adrian Lester, and Barry Sloane Join THE SANDMAN Season 2
Esmé Creed-Miles, Adrian Lester, and Barry Sloane Join THE SANDMAN Season 2
May 20, 2024

Netflix has announced the casting for the remaining Endless members, who will appear in Season 2 of The Sandman with a new teaser. The family is now complete with the addition of Esmé Creed-Miles (she/her) as Delirium, Adrian Lester (he/him) as Destiny, and Barry Sloane (he/him) as The Prodigal. Watch the teaser!

Vitamin String Quartet Tops Multiple Billboard Charts with 'VSQ Performs Taylor Swift'
Vitamin String Quartet Tops Multiple Billboard Charts with 'VSQ Performs Taylor Swift'
May 20, 2024

With over 2 billion streams, almost 4 million downloads, and over 1 million physical units sold, the ensemble is known for their classical reinterpretations of pop hits, and their songs have been prominently featured in the Netflix and Shondaland Original series Bridgerton. Listen to their new album now!

MEST Debuts 'Hate You Sober' (ft. Spencer Charnas of Ice Nine Kills) Off Upcoming Album 'Youth'
MEST Debuts 'Hate You Sober' (ft. Spencer Charnas of Ice Nine Kills) Off Upcoming Album 'Youth'
May 20, 2024

The track delves into the theme of a toxic relationship, depicting how one might endure it by numbing themselves with alcohol, while also exploring the journey towards summoning the courage to break free from the toxicity. Listen to the single now!



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