For the past 14 years, the New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) has hosted a night of great music featuring Broadway’s best. This year’s benefit concert will be hosted by actress Susan Blackwell and will take place on Monday, July 18th. The all-star lineup includes the following fan favorites: Whitney Bashor (Himself and Nora) Erich Bergen (Jersey Boys) Christina Bianco (The Marvelous Wonderettes) Todd Buonopane (Cinderella) Devin Trey Campbell (Kinky Boots) Crystal Monee Hall (Rent) Alex Grubbs (SeaWife) Celisse Henderson (GodSpell) Jayne Houdyshell (The Humans) Andrew Keenan-Bolger (Tuck Everlasting) Celia
What happens when you combine the manor politics of Downton Abbey, the vapidity of Keeping Up with the Kardashians, and a heaping dose of satire? You get Another Period, Comedy Central’s darkly funny jewel of a show. The brainchild of stars Natasha Leggero and Riki Lindhome, Another Period applies the confessional format of reality television to a historical setting. It’s now in its sophomore season, and season two so far proves that it’s as zany, over-the-top, and delightful as ever. Why is Another Period worth your time? Read on to find out. The Bellacourts are ridiculous. Like Downton Abbey, Another Period focuses on the upstairs and downstairs
Pop Culturalist had the pleasure of doing a Q&A with Paul Moniz de Sá who plays one of the giants in The BFG. The BFG is a wonderful book written by Roald Dahl that has enthralled children across generations. The recent film adaptation by Steven Spielberg captures the detailed and quirky imaginative world of Sophie and the Big Friendly Giant and their adventure in England. Paul Moniz de Sá discusses his role, Meatdripper, in The BFG with us: PC: Did you read The BFG before you were cast? If you did, was
Louis Hunter is an Australian actor who plays Nick Stratos on Freeform’s The Fosters. He plays Jesus’ best friend and Mariana’s new love interest. We were charmed by his good looks and smooth moves in winning over Mariana’s heart. The flame between Nick and Mariana doesn’t last long when feelings with Mariana’s ex begin to surface. His character takes a turn for the worse when jealousy ensues him. Can we please give a round of applause to Louis? We think he did a great job playing the suicidal crazy boyfriend who cries in Mariana’s lap.