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Yahoo
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'Étoile' has been cancelled, but no one blends dance and humour as brilliantly as Marguerite Derricks
One of the most devastating entertainment losses of the year is certainly the cancellation of the show Étoile after just one season, from Gilmore Girls, Bunheads and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel creator, Amy Sherman-Palladino, and her husband Dan Palladino. But with that puzzling move from Prime Video, there's no better time to celebrate all the talent in the short lived series. That includes Marguerite Derricks, an incredibly beloved and impressive choreographer who's worked on Palladino's previous projects. Additionally, she's contributed her talents to the series Behind The Candelabra and movies including Showgirls, 13 Going On 30 and the Austin Powers franchise. But in terms of what makes the Palladinos such effective collaborators, Derricks stressed that they way they shoot dance in their shows is done in a way where there's a real "marriage of the camera with movement." "For a choreographer, there's nothing greater than that," Derricks told Yahoo. "On Bunheads I started to play with them that way, and it's carried on through four different TV series." "It's just made me such a better choreographer. ... I wish every choreographer would find collaborators like Amy and Dan, because there's nothing like it." One example of how Étoile really makes the dance in the show an integrated part of the story is the Swan Lake moment with Tiler Peck in Episode. It's a dance moment, but written in a way that's injected with humour. "That was written by Dan Palladino and ... when they sent me the outline for the script I literally was laughing out loud," Derricks shared. "I couldn't wait to attack that and to have Tiler Peck be the one that got run over by the swans, it was just such a gas." "Their comedy genius is always on the page and then I just put it into motion. I've worked with comedians my whole life, so it's something that I really, really enjoy, but it's always there on the page. There's never, a question mark for me with Amy and Dan, they're so clear." Another highlight is a piece choreographed by Gideon Glick's character Tobias Bell in Étoile. A character that's hysterical with his quirkiness, brought out in the character's choreography as well. "That was my big voice in the show," Derricks said. "I love Gideon Glick. He is the coolest, craziest human being. He would come and watch me and he thought I was funny because I kind of stalked the dancers like a lion. And so he wanted to pick up on that." "And I studied him and I like his quirks, and I wanted to make sure that that's what was driving me a lot with the choreography. So I the two of us, we kind of became one, we became Tobias together." While Étoile certainly isn't a show that requires the audience to have a dance background to enjoy, there was still such a commitment on the show to make its dance spaces and dancers feel real. What the dancers are doing before classes, what they're doing in the hallways, every detail was thought of to make these moments look authentic. "That was the first thing [Amy] talked about with every department head, we all knew that was our marching orders," Derricks explained. "I kind of had a little bit of a sense of that from working on Bunheads with her, but now we were going from a young kids school to the professional world, and so ... we did our research to make sure that everything was really up to par." "Tiler Peck was a student of mine. I would call Tiler and ask her questions, and it was very important to us that, when this show came out, that the ballet world would give us a thumbs up on it. ... There's been so many shows out there that have been done in a way where it's not authentic. So for me right now, the feedback I'm getting from the ballet world is the greatest thing that I could have ever hoped for." Much of what happens in the "Hollywoodization" of dance, specifically ballet in film and TV, largely sees talented dancers be nameless and on the periphery of the project. But in Étoile, Sherman-Palladino made wanted to use there dancers to their full potential, and crediting them for their work. "That was the most exciting thing for me," Derricks said. "Every single dancer that came into our show, [Amy] read them for parts. She wanted to cast the dancers. She wanted to hear their voices. I want to scream from the rafters, because that's happening more and more, but it really happened on [this] show. ... Dancers are so great at telling stories without speaking, so just get comfortable with talking as well. I'm very proud of that. ... The dancers were getting lines, they were so excited." A core element of Étoile is that dancer was very much used to tell the story, it's an integral part of the narrative. But it also immerses the audience in a dance world many haven't had any exposure to, portraying ballet dancers in a different light and as more fully formed characters, held up by brilliant and unique choreography from Derricks. "Ballet is sexy, ballet is strong. Ballet dancers are like football players, the athleticism that they have," Derricks stressed. "I want people to see ballet in a whole different way." "There's a lot of wonderful choreographers out there now doing out the about box, beautiful work, but for somebody that doesn't know ballet, I hope that we can reach a greater audience and turn them on to all sides of ballet."
Screen Geek
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Screen Geek
Amazon Prime Video Cancels Critically Acclaimed Series After One Season
Subscribers are upset with a decision from Amazon Prime Video to cancel a critically acclaimed series after one season. The hit series, which combined both comedy and drama, has been axed without any plans for a second season even though the initial order called for one. This surprising turn of events was shared in a new report. While a second season for the series was part of the initial order made in 2023, those orders aren't always guaranteed, and it appears that the evaluation process convinced the platform not to move forward with this series. The critically-acclaimed series was quite costly due to its filming locations in New York and Paris as well as the hiring of numerous top ballet dancers. Unfortunately, the acclaim wasn't enough, as the series didn't reach high enough numbers on Amazon Prime's streaming categories. In fact, viewership quickly declined, making it a seemingly easy decision for Amazon to cancel the series without a renewal. As shared by Deadline: 'Prime Video is not proceeding with a second season of Amy Sherman-Palladino and Daniel Palladino's ballet dramedy series, Deadline has learned. The streamer and Amazon MGM Studios will continue to support the series' Emmy campaign in the comedy categories.' The series, titled Étoile , is said to have been axed as a result of 'performance vs. cost.' The series, which was co-created by Sherman-Palladino as a result of her ballet background, includes eight episodes revolving around the dancers and artistic staff at two world-renowned ballet companies in New York and Paris. As a result, the first season now ends on a cliffhanger, leaving a serious reminder for television viewers that it's extremely disappointing when their favorite shows don't receive the conclusions they deserve. While there is no second season of Étoile , Amazon Prime subscribers can still view what episodes were produced for the series if they so desire. Stay tuned to ScreenGeek for any additional Amazon Prime and television updates as we have them.
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Best Beauty Moments at Gotham TV Awards 2025: Carrie Coon, Gabriela Hearst, Julio Torres and More
Bobs and lipstick kisses were blissfully extolled by actors, producers, influencers and comedians on the red carpet on Monday at the 2025 Gotham Television Awards in New York City. The best looks toed the line of mod trends that have gained significant traction on social media recently, while also adding playful touches to complement the diverse set of personalities outside Cipriani Wall Street. Many stars pared down their makeup with a clean base and kept their trademark hairdo to achieve a natural aesthetic. Ahead, WWD breaks down the best hair and makeup moments from 'Gilmore Girls' creator Amy Sherman-Palladino, 'The White Lotus' actresses Parker Posey and Carrie Coon and more. More from WWD Dakota Johnson Embraces Bouclé Pieces in Ferragamo for 'Jimmy Fallon' Appearance, Talks 'Materialists' All the Beauty Retail Expansions of 2025 Amanda Seyfried Celebrates 'I Don't Understand You' Premiere in Fringe-forward Black Dress by Rabanne Parker Posey, the Legend Tribute honoree, debuted a fiery orange hair color on the Gotham Television Awards red carpet. She styled the warm shade with flipped layers, tucking her front bangs behind a pair of pink see-through lenses. Carrie Coon flattened her signature blond bob after it was kept curly for her the majority of her role in Mike White's 'The White Lotus' Season Three. The straightened 'do was reminiscent of the mod bob movement on TikTok, which has already spawned a metaphorical protest against long hair. Not only did 'Gilmore Girls' showrunner Amy Sherman-Palladino pose with shoulder-length, inky black hair, but she layered the trendy hairstyle with a dark top hat. Writer Mara Brock Akil boasted her coiled curls in a half-up, half-down hairdo outside Cipriani Wall Street for the 2025 Gotham Television Awards. Model Esther McGregor arrived to the 2025 Gotham Television Awards in New York City with a mullet-inspired hairdo. Her long blond locks were curled around her ears and styled in a side part with her front fringe framing her face. Australian Actress Yvonne Strahovski stepped out on the 2025 Gotham Television Awards red carpet in a slicked-back ponytail. The tight hairdo put her visage on a full display, contributing to her overall effortless aesthetic. Comedian and 'Saturday Night Live' writer Julio Torres tapped into his whimsical side, boasting a full face of scattered lipstick kisses to match the ruby red dye in his hair. The childlike playfulness was not any different from the kaleidoscopic fashion he typically dons on the red carpet. Benito Skinner added a light layer of pink blush to his cheeks and a slip of shimmery gloss over his lips to achieve a clean, natural visage in front of the cameras. Skye P. Marshall presented a glowy makeup look, comprised of bright white eye shadow on the base of her lids, thick layers of black liner on top of her eye and smudged in her waterline and a touch of silver shimmer in the inner eye corners. Model Martine went for a clean, consistent base juxtaposed with a pop of color on the mouth. The internet personality pursed her red-colored lips in front of the camera outside Cipriani Wall Street. Madeline Brewer dusted her eyelids amber-colored shadow, smudging the color in below her waterline to create a smoky effect. Her lips were painted in a shimmery pink shade, while her cheeks were subtly decorated in a matching blush. Gabriela Hearst posed with a makeup-free visage outside Cipriani Wall Street for the 2025 Gotham Television Awards. Apart from her brushed eyebrows and concealed undereyes, her face was kept completely natural. View Gallery Launch Gallery: Gotham TV Awards 2025: Renée Zellweger, Carrie Coon and More Celebrity Style, Photos Best of WWD Which Celebrity Brands Are Next for a Major Deal? Lady Gaga, Beyonce and More Possible Contenders for the Next Corporate Prize The Best Makeup Looks in Golden Globes History A Look Back at Golden Globes Best Makeup on the Red Carpet, From Megan Fox to Sophia Loren [PHOTOS]
Forbes
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Amazon Cancels ‘Étoile' Despite Previously Ordering A Season 2
Etoile Some cancellations are more brutal than others, and that's what we've just seen with what Amazon Prime Video just did to Étoile. The ballet-based show was cancelled after one season, but this was despite ordering two seasons before it was released. Despite an order like that, it's not guaranteed that it produces both seasons and well, here we are, a case of this going badly wrong. Étoile was made by Amy Sherman-Palladino, who was behind the famed Gilmore Girls and Amazon darling The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. This is also her second foray into a dance show after Bunheads, but she just can't make it happen. It's true that Étoile made it to #1 on Amazon Prime Video's top 10 list, but it didn't stay there long, and the context of its overall viewership wasn't great. The show was quickly displaced by Reacher, months after its third season had ended, and The Wheel of Time which also ended up cancelled. The end result was not enough viewership for the cost of the show, so despite the relationship with the creator, decent enough audience scores, and at least a brief #1 charting, it didn't survive closer inspection. Etoile The 'rethinking' of series plans is interesting, as Deadline brings up The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Amazon's enormously budgeted fantasy series that lost half its viewership between seasons 1 and 2. Previously, it was thought that the show was guaranteed to run for five seasons due to a deal with the Tolkien estate, but there are intermediating circumstances that can alter plans. Rings of Power, for instance, was not officially renewed for months and months when season 3 was supposedly going to be a guarantee initially. And it might be the case that depending on its performance, season 3 could be its last. There have been a few hard cuts at Amazon lately, with another being the aforementioned Wheel of Time, which was just getting really good three seasons in. But Étoile didn't even get that long, and despite positive vibes about the series, it wasn't allowed to attempt another run. At present, it doesn't seem like Amy Sherman-Palladino has any upcoming projects in the works, as surely the assumption was that Étoile would continue. She does still have an overall deal with Amazon, but where this goes from here after this latest, unfortunate turn is unclear. Follow me on Twitter, YouTube, Bluesky and Instagram. Pick up my sci-fi novels the Herokiller series and The Earthborn Trilogy.
Digital Trends
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Digital Trends
Etoile canceled after one season at Amazon, despite two-season order
Etoile has danced its last dance. The Amazon Prime Video series from Marvelous Mrs. Maisel creator Amy Sherman-Palladino has been canceled after one season, in spite of the fact that it was initially given a two-season order by Amazon back in 2023, per Variety. The news of the show's cancellation comes roughly six weeks after the series first premiered on Amazon in mid-April and garnered generally positive reviews. The show follows two struggling dance companies in New York and Paris who decide to switch their principal dancers in the hopes of saving their companies. Recommended Videos In spite of generally positive reviews, the show never cracked the Nielsen Top 10, and it filmed on location in both New York and Paris, which undoubtedly made the prospect of giving it a second season somewhat daunting. The series was given its initial greenlight by a previous administration at Amazon MGM Studios, headed by Jennifer Salke. Salke left that role after seven years in March, just a month before the series was set to premiere. The show's binge model release, once the default for streaming service, has become increasingly rare on Amazon Prime Video. Dropping all eight episodes at once, especially for a new series, leaves very little time for word of mouth to spread. Given the expense of filming the show on location, though, it's possible that the show was always going to be a tough sell for renewal. Coming off the success of Maisel, though, it seems like Amazon wanted to give Sherman-Palladino a blank check. Unfortunately, Etoile didn't cash in.
