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Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande Cut a 'Wicked' Swath Around the World
In "Wicked," Elphaba and Glinda travel from Shiz University to the Emerald City on a green train to meet the wizard. In real life, Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande have traveled much farther and wider and longer — and on airplanes — to promote their film.
Christmas TV Movies are in their Taylor Swift Era, with 2 Swift-Inspired Films Airing this Year
Two new Christmas TV movies have a Taylor Swift connection that her fans would have no problem decoding.
Queer Comic Matteo Lane Celebrates Hulu Special with Hot IG
Variety announced last week that Matteo Lane's new stand-up special will stream on Hulu.
Review: Is 'Wicked' a Musical for the Zeitgeist?
To quote the green-hued witch Elphaba at the center of "Wicked," everyone deserves their chance to fly, and this is the moment for this musical film to soar.
Watch: Olly Alexander Teases 'Polari' - Title Track from New Album
Olly Alexander shared a second teaser from his forthcoming new album, the title track "Polari." This bracing, punch-in-the-gut album opener comes alongside another dynamic video from director Colin Solal Cardo (Charli XCX, Robyn).
How Republican Congressperson Nancy Mace Transformed from LGBTQ+ Ally to Anti-Trans Hawk
Rep. Nancy Mace drew the ire of fellow conservatives after speaking out for LGBTQ+ equality. But when a transgender woman was elected to Congress, Mace sponsored a bill targeting her.
Is 'Glicked' the New 'Barbenheimer'? 'Wicked' and 'Gladiator II' Collide in Theaters
"Barbenheimer" was a phenomenon impossible to manufacture. But, more than a year later, that hasn't stopped people from trying to make "Glicked" — or even "Babyratu" — happen.
'DRAG: The Musical's' Nick Adams Loves Doing Queer Roles
Being a triple threat on Broadway is no small feat, but actor, singer, dancer Nick Adams makes it look effortless. Currently appearing in the hit off-Broadway "DRAG: The Musical," he discusses his career & love of queer roles.
Jussie Smollett's Conviction in 2019 Attack on Himself is Overturned
The Illinois Supreme Court on Thursday overturned actor Jussie Smollett's conviction on charges that he staged a racist and homophobic attack against himself in downtown Chicago in 2019 and lied to police.
Watch: Cher Lets Fly in Funny F-Bomb Flub
Superstar singer Cher appeared live on "Today," where she let loose with an un-bleeped F-bomb at host Hoda Kotb's unwitting invitation.
Ellen and Wife Portia de Rossi Reportedly Fleeing the U.S. in the Wake of the Election
It's almost become a cliché: With every presidential election, people on both sides of the political divide swear if their candidate doesn't win they will leave the country. It turns out, though, that Ellen means it.
Liam Payne's One Direction Bandmates Among the Mourners at Singer's Funeral
The former members of One Direction reunited Wednesday for the funeral of bandmate Liam Payne.
Lyric Tenor David Rivera Bozón Talks Crossing Over to Cabaret for Thanksgiving Show
David Rivera Bozón is a classically-trained lyric tenor with a love of cabaret performance. He talks to EDGE about that love ahead of a new show on 11/26 that celebrates Thanksgiving.
Approaching its Centenary, Martha Graham Dance Company's Lloyd Knight Addresses Founder's Pioneering Spirit
Dancer Lloyd Knight has been with the Martha Graham Dance Company for 19 years. A principal dancer with the company, he talks to EDGE about its founder's legacy & his career as the company approaches its centenary.
Madonna Asks Her Fans: Is Her Life Too Big for a Movie?
Madge took to social media to say she's "struggling" with producers wanting her to "downsize" her long-planned biopic. But the Queen of Pop has another idea: a TV series.
Is Lil Nas X's Public Smooch with Cody Jon a Relationship Debut?
Lil Nas X was spotted laying one on Australian singer Cody Jon in an intriguing PDA on Nov. 16. Does the smooch signal a close friendship — or something more?
Review: 'Mamma Mia' Returns to Brighten Up Your Fall
The story of three "possible" dads, a girl on the brink of her wedding, and her single mom trying to run a taverna on a Greek island returns to the Providence Performing Arts Center this week.
Carol O'Shaughnessy Looks to the Rainbow and Finds Hope
Carol O'Shaughnessy has been dubbed "Boston's First Lady of Cabaret." Well into her 80s, she brings her annual cabaret show, "Chasing the Rainbow:..Such a Life" to Club Cafe on 11/23. EDGE speaks to sweetly optimistic singer about her latest show.
Ridley Scott Denies There Was a Same-Sex Kiss Cut from 'Gladiator II'
"Gladiator II" director Ridley Scott called "bullshit" on the claim that a same-sex kiss between Denzel Washington and another actor was cut from the movie.
'I Shouldn't Out Him' — Clay Aiken Swerves into Strange Question about Shawn Mendes
Former "American Idol" contestant Clay Aiken, who is openly gay, abruptly departed from talking about his new Christmas album to ask whether Shawn Mendes had come out.