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Emily is a spunky young insurance adjuster specializing in regular-people coverage against damage caused by the crime-fighting superheroes. It's when she stands up to one of these larger-than-life figures (after an epic battle messes with her commute) that she accidentally becomes a cult "hero" in her own right

Guest Blog: Writer and Performer Jack Holden on Justice, Fear and Bringing True Crime Photo Guest Blog: Writer and Performer Jack Holden on Justice, Fear and Bringing True Crime to Life in KENREX
by Guest Author - October 23, 2024

Our obsession with True Crime is nothing new. Stories of wrongdoing and justice have captivated us for centuries, whether in ancient holy texts, courtroom dramas, or today’s hit podcasts. There’s a primal satisfaction in seeing justice served, especially when a villain threatens the peace of a law-a...


OXY ARTS to Present EJ HILL: WHEREVER WE WILL TO ROOT Photo OXY ARTS to Present EJ HILL: WHEREVER WE WILL TO ROOT
by Marissa Tomeo - January 06, 2022

OXY ARTS, Occidental College's public art space rooted in social justice and community organizing, is pleased to announce Wherever we will to root., a solo exhibition by artist EJ Hill....


Indira Varma and Rami Malek to Star in OEDIPUS in London in 2025 Photo Indira Varma and Rami Malek to Star in OEDIPUS in London in 2025
by Aliya Al-Hassan - January 19, 2024

The Old Vic has announced the world premiere of Ella Hickson’s Oedipus, starring Academy Award winner Rami Malek (Bohemian Rhapsody, No Time To Die) and Olivier Award winner Indira Varma (Present Laughter, Game of Thrones)....


Video: Watch a New Clip From Dev Patel's MONKEY MAN Film Photo Video: Watch a New Clip From Dev Patel's MONKEY MAN Film
by Michael Major - March 11, 2024

Get a sneak peek of the new clip from the upcoming show MONKEY MAN. Stay tuned for more updates and exclusive content from this highly anticipated performance. The film's international cast includes Sharlto Copley (District 9), Sobhita Dhulipala (Made in Heaven), Pitobash (Million Dollar Arm), Vipin...


The Den Announces Comedian Ron Funches, Friday, August 5 Photo The Den Announces Comedian Ron Funches, Friday, August 5
by A.A. Cristi - April 18, 2022

The Den Theatre has announced comedian Ron Funches for one night only on Friday, August 5 at 7:30 pm on The Heath Mainstage, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood....


THE BOYS Seasons One & Two to Be Released on Blu-Ray & DVD Photo THE BOYS Seasons One & Two to Be Released on Blu-Ray & DVD
by Michael Major - April 04, 2022

The new release will include six discs, including bonus content featuring deleted scenes. The cast includes Karl Urban, Jack Quaid, Antony Starr, Erin Moriarty, Dominique McElligott, Jessie T. Usher, Laz Alonso, Chace Crawford, Tomer Capone, Karen Fukuhara, Nathan Mitchell, with Elisabeth Shue, with...


MONKEY MAN Available to Rent or Own on Digital Platforms Tomorrow Photo MONKEY MAN Available to Rent or Own on Digital Platforms Tomorrow
by Josh Sharpe - April 22, 2024

Revenge is primal. As it continues bringing high energy and non-stop action in theaters, MONKEY MAN will be available exclusively on digital platforms to own or rent, April 23, 2024, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Certified Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes and full of “staggeringly impressive a...


Brett Weymark Conducts HANDEL'S SAMSON at the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall Photo Brett Weymark Conducts HANDEL'S SAMSON at the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall
by Stephi Wild - March 02, 2023

Hot on the heels of Sydney Philharmonia Choirs' sold-out season of Messiah, Brett Weymark conducts another of Handel's brilliant oratorios – his mighty Samson. One concert only, Saturday, 8 April, Sydney Opera House....


Eclectic Full Contact Theatre to Present World Premiere of THE WONDER This Spring Photo Eclectic Full Contact Theatre to Present World Premiere of THE WONDER This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 14, 2023

Eclectic Full Contact Theatre will present their first full-length production in Chicago since 2019-the world premiere of 'The Wonder' by Maggie Lou Rader at the Edge Theatre 5451 N Broadway....


Fandom Fest Returns to Proctors With New Celebrities Photo Fandom Fest Returns to Proctors With New Celebrities
by Stephi Wild - July 14, 2023

Fandom Fest, a unique con experience, is back for its second year at Proctors in Schenectady, August 26-27. Fandom Fest transforms all four floors of Proctors into a place where you can explore all your favorite fandoms through cosplay, panels, numerous vendor tables, featured celebrity guests, famo...


World Premiere of SAY YES TO TESS Announced at Leeds Playhouse & Camden People's Thea Photo World Premiere of SAY YES TO TESS Announced at Leeds Playhouse & Camden People's Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - February 01, 2022

TheatreState in association with Leeds Playhouse presents the world premiere of Say Yes to Tess - A New Musical. A hilarious, uplifting true story of activism, Yorkshire grit and learning to vote for yourself by Tess Seddon with songs by Harry Blake, co-directed by Harry Blake and Tess Seddon. Perfo...


Nicole Marxen Shares New Single 'The Executioner' From Forthcoming Album Photo Nicole Marxen Shares New Single 'The Executioner' From Forthcoming Album
by Josh Sharpe - July 18, 2024

Dallas-based singer-songwriter and visual artist Nicole Marxen has shared her new single “The Executioner,” from her forthcoming album Thorns set to be released digitally and on vinyl on August 9. “The Executioner” is now available on all streaming platforms.  ...


Video: Watch The New MONKEY MAN Trailer With Dev Patel Photo Video: Watch The New MONKEY MAN Trailer With Dev Patel
by Michael Major - March 21, 2024

Get a sneak peek at the new trailer video for the much-anticipated MONKEY MAN. Stay updated with the latest news and developments about the upcoming #MonkeyManMovie. Oscar nominee Dev Patel (Lion, Slumdog Millionaire) achieves an astonishing, tour-de-force feature directing debut with an action thri...


THE LONESOME DEATH OF ENG BUNKER Comes to Omnibus Theatre Photo THE LONESOME DEATH OF ENG BUNKER Comes to Omnibus Theatre
by Stephi Wild - August 13, 2024

Tobi Poster-Su and Iskandar Sharazuddin, consecutive puppetry captains on the Olivier award-winning My Neighbour Totoro, have teamed up to present the boldly imaginative work, The Lonesome Death of Eng Bunker to life, commissioned and co-produced by Kakilang - a haunting and evocative theatrical exp...


MONKEY MAN Coming to Streaming This Month Photo MONKEY MAN Coming to Streaming This Month
by Josh Sharpe - June 03, 2024

Relive the epic action when MONKEY MAN becomes available to own with brand-new bonus content on Digital June 11, 2024 and on 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD June 25, 2024. Plus, continue to fuel the adrenaline when MONKEY MAN makes its streaming debut exclusively on Peacock beginning June 14th. See the excl...


Alphabetti's Autumn Season Continues With ANGELA Photo Alphabetti's Autumn Season Continues With ANGELA
by Stephi Wild - October 18, 2023

Alphabetti's Autumn season continues with a debut show from local writer, Charlotte Small. Girl-guides, talking eggcups and wildlife disposal, Angela promises to be one of the most bizarre and hilarious stories to debut at the Award-Winning Fringe Venue....


Pinkshift Drop Punk Anthem Single 'One Nation' Photo Pinkshift Drop Punk Anthem Single 'One Nation'
by Josh Sharpe - October 31, 2024

Baltimore punks Pinkshift are back with a vengeance on their new single, 'ONE NATION.' Driven by their signature powerful riffs, pounding drums, and catchy melodies, the release of 'ONE NATION' arrives on Halloween as a message of hope to the masses on the heels of the upcoming American presidential...


THE DARK IS RISING Preview Episode Released From The BBC World Service Photo THE DARK IS RISING Preview Episode Released From The BBC World Service
by Stephi Wild - November 23, 2022

Today sees the release of The Dark Is Rising series preview, a dramatisation produced by Complicité and Catherine Bailey Productions....


World Premiere Of THY WOMAN'S WEEDS Comes to Centaur Theatre Photo World Premiere Of THY WOMAN'S WEEDS Comes to Centaur Theatre
by Stephi Wild - April 09, 2024

Centaur Theatre, in partnership with Repercussion Theatre and Tableau D'Hôte Theatre, and developed in collaboration with Playwrights' Workshop Montréal, have announced the long-awaited world premiere of THY WOMAN'S WEEDS by Erin Shields and directed by Amanda Kellock....


Elm Shakespeare's RICHARD III Opens Friday Photo Elm Shakespeare's RICHARD III Opens Friday
by Stephi Wild - August 15, 2024

Elm Shakespeare Company will present Rebecca Goodheart and Company's Richard III. This production is a compelling exploration of the cyclical nature of grief and violence, offering a poignant message of hope and reconciliation.  ...


Review: Kemptville Youth Musical Theatre Company Presents MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Kemp Photo Review: Kemptville Youth Musical Theatre Company Presents MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Kemptville's Urbandale Arts Centre
by Courtney Castelino - April 25, 2023

What did our critic think of KYMTC'S PRODUCTION OF MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Urbandale Arts Centre?...


Review: MOONSET, Tron Theatre Photo Review: MOONSET, Tron Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - February 08, 2023

Fifteen-year-old Roxy is burning. Lost somewhere between the bonfire of girlhood and the sharp edge of womanhood, she gathers her friends and begins meddling in witchcraft to search for answers....


EDINBURGH 2022: Justin Elizabeth Sayre Guest Blog Photo EDINBURGH 2022: Justin Elizabeth Sayre Guest Blog
by Natalie O'Donoghue - July 21, 2022

Writer Justin Elizabeth Sayre blogs for Broadway World about bringing Lottie Plachett Took A Hatchet to the Fringe, writing a play based on a true crime and the process of turning research and facts into a new and comedic storyline...


DO YOU FEEL ANGER? Comes to the Court Square Theatre This Week Photo DO YOU FEEL ANGER? Comes to the Court Square Theatre This Week
by Stephi Wild - November 04, 2024

An all new production: Do You Feel Anger? will come to the Court Square Theatre this week. Do You Feel Anger? is an absurdist comedy that provides a satirical look at everyday power dynamics in the workplace....


Tragicomic Play PLEASE LOVE ME to Debut At The Edinburgh Festival Fringe This Summer Photo Tragicomic Play PLEASE LOVE ME to Debut At The Edinburgh Festival Fringe This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 14, 2023

Please Love Me will be performed at 8.20pm in Pleasance Dome (Ace Dome) from 2nd - 26th August (Not 7th, 14th or 21st)....






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