For as long as Leo Howard can remember, acting has always been a huge part of his life. He got his big break on Disney XD’s Kickin’ It, where he starred as Jack Brewer from 2011 to 2015. Following the conclusion of the series, Leo would go on to add projects like Lab Rats, Shake It Up, Love Daily, and Freakish to his impressively growing résumé. Despite all the success, Leo is grateful for any opportunity to step foot on a set and do what he loves to do. This
Baz Luhrman’s Moulin Rouge! is a classic film. Adapting classics, generally, is very tricky business. So the question is: Does Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway live up to the original? Yes and no. When you enter the Hirschfeld Theatre, you’re actually entering the famed Parisian nightclub, Moulin Rouge. There’s a giant (fake) elephant; the windmill; the chandeliers. There are many scantily-clad dancers staring dispassionately out into the audience, waiting for the show to begin. The show begins with a crowd-favorite song from the original (“Lady Marmalade”), and for the
Set in Wales during the 19th century, William McGregor’s slow-burn gothic thriller Gwen was the talk of the town at last year’s Toronto International Film Festival. The breakout film, which is being released in theaters and on VOD today, stars Olivier winner and BAFTA nominee Eleanor Worthington-Cox as the title character. It follows a young woman who tries to hold her family together despite incredible obstacles. Pop Culturalist spoke with Eleanor ahead of the release. PC: Tell us about Gwen, your character, and what drew you to this project. Eleanor:
Los Angeles-based alt-pop band Saticöy should be on everyone’s radar and is a group you need to know. The trio featuring Derek Long (vocals/guitar), Jaron Takach (drums/production), and Jonathan Averbook (bass) rose to prominence with their debut single, “Faded From Color”, which earned them critical acclaim. Their unique take on alternative pop music and shared desire to spread truth has resonated with listeners around the world. Following the success of “Faded From Color”, the band dropped their newest song, “Nice To Know”, which was inspired by the passing of Derek’s