Brooke Markham is quickly making a name for herself as one of Hollywood’s funniest leading ladies—joining the ranks of Emma Stone, Amy Schumer, and Tina Fey. Her breakout performance as the quirky Imogen in AwesomenessTV’s Foursome caught everyone’s attention. And now she’s showing off her versatility as the fearless Claire in Cassandra French’s Finishing School. Pop Culturalist was lucky enough to chat with Brooke about both roles, how online streaming platforms are changing the industry, and the powerful message she hopes fans take away from Cassandra French’s Finishing School. PC:
The National Theatre’s production of Peter Shaffer‘s classic Amadeus can be summed up in one word: big. From the 20-piece on-stage orchestra to the hoop skirts, wigs, and performances, everything about this new, exhilarating production is, well, big. And more often than not, that’s a marvelous thing, indeed. This production is a homecoming of sorts for a play that has had a glittering, globetrotting life. First performed at the National Theatre in 1979, Amadeus has traveled from the West End to Broadway and, most notably, Hollywood, where the acclaimed film adaptation netted a
It felt like Beatlemania last night as Bradley Will Simpson, James McVey, Tristan Evans, and Connor Ball, better known as The Vamps, performed to a totally sold out crowd at Gramercy Theatre. Fans lined up hours before the show with hopes of getting as close as possible to the stage and patiently waited in anticipation. And The Vamps, well, they didn’t disappoint. The British pop band performed every hit song that made them a household name. Everything from “Oh Cecilia (Breaking My Heart)” to the smash collaboration with Demi Lovato,
Gigi Rich is an undeniable talent. And if you’re wondering why she looks so familiar, she did a little show called The Voice. Maybe, you’ve heard of it? In the competition, she was mentored by none other than Gwen Stefani. But that’s in the past and we’re looking to the future. And Gigi is prepped to have a huge 2017. The powerhouse vocalist, performer, and songwriter is scheduled to drop her debut EP, All In My Head, later this year. I know, I know, what a tease. Thankfully Gigi dropped