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New York Post
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
'Hamilton' ticket demand 'through the stratosphere' amid Leslie Odom Jr.'s return
Fans want to be — have got to be — in the room where it happens. Leslie Odom Jr. returns as Aaron Burr in 'Hamilton' this fall, and seats were claimed faster than anyone could say, 'wait for it.' Jeffrey Seller, producer of the beloved musical, exclusively told The Post that 'demand has been through the stratosphere.' Advertisement 6 Leslie Odom Jr. returns as Aaron Burr in 'Hamilton' this fall. Getty Images 'Leslie is one of the [most] remarkable musical theater actors of our time,' Seller, 60, said. Odom will reprise his role at the Richard Rodgers Theatre starting September 9. His run, initially scheduled to end on November 23, has been extended through November 26. Advertisement According to ticket-selling platforms like Broadway Direct, TodayTix and Odom's entire stint is completely sold out. 6 Odom's return to the role comes as 'Hamilton' prepares to celebrate its 10-year anniversary on August 6. Charles Sykes/Invision/AP The 'One Night in Miami…' actor's return engagement comes as the Pulitzer Prize-winning musical prepares to celebrate 10 years since its official Broadway opening on August 6, 2015, following previews that began on July 13. Odom originated the role of Aaron Burr, performing opposite Lin-Manuel Miranda as Alexander Hamilton. Miranda wrote the book, music and lyrics for the show. Advertisement 'Hamilton' went on to win 11 Tonys at the 2016 awards ceremony, including best musical. Odom received the award for best performance by an actor in a leading role in a musical. 6 'Hamilton' went on to win 11 Tonys at the 2016 awards ceremony, including best musical. Evan Agostini/Invision/AP 'All [of] the original Broadway cast — because we opened in the summer — they won the Tony, and then they all left,' Seller explained. 'I think that there was something left on the table, and I think that this is just an extraordinary opportunity to come back for Leslie and put on that suit again.' He added, 'Where is he now? Who is Aaron Burr with Leslie Odom Jr. today?' Advertisement Odom left 'Hamilton' in July 2016, alongside Miranda and Phillipa Soo, who originated the role of Eliza Hamilton. He first announced his return to the hit musical while on the 'Today' show April 14. 6 Odom first announced his return to 'Hamilton' while on the 'Today' show on April 14. During his appearance, he gave a shout-out to Seller, whom he first worked with almost two decades ago on 'Rent,' which Seller also produced. Odom made his Broadway debut in Jonathan Larson's Tony-winning musical in 1998 at just 17 years old. 'You don't get shows that run [for] 10 years,' Odom, now 43, told 'Today' host Savannah Guthrie. 'There are a lot of shows we love, great shows, that they come and they go — that's the nature of the theater. For something to be embraced by the public and the culture in the way 'Hamilton' has [been] and the way that 'Rent' was — it's twice in a lifetime.' Odom's upcoming run will mark the first time he is reprising the role for which he gained fame, largely through his performances of songs like 'Wait for It' and 'The Room Where It Happens.' 6 Odom originated the role of Aaron Burr opposite Lin-Manuel Miranda's Alexander Hamilton. AP 'When I saw Leslie perform 'The Room Where It Happens' at the first act two workshop of 'Hamilton,' I knew I was witnessing a historic moment,' Seller said at the time of Odom's announcement. 'How lucky we are that Leslie is returning to 'Hamilton' and bringing his indelible Burr back to Broadway.' In addition to 'Hamilton' and 'Rent,' Seller is also known for producing 'Avenue Q' (2003), Miranda's 'In the Heights' (2008), the 2009 revival of 'West Side Story,' and, most recently, the 2023 revival of 'Sweeney Todd.' Advertisement On May 6, he released 'Theater Kid: A Broadway Memoir,' which chronicles his journey from growing up in Detroit to becoming an Emmy, Grammy and Tony-winning producer. 6 Jeffrey Seller signing copies of his book, 'Theater Kid: A Broadway Memoir.' Bruce Glikas/WireImage Odom, for his part, has appeared in films like 'Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery' and 'Harriet,' as well as TV shows like 'Abbott Elementary.' Since starring in 'Hamilton,' he returned to Broadway in the 2023 revival of 'Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch,' which earned him a 2024 Tony nomination for best performance by an actor in a leading role in a play. Advertisement Odom has been married to fellow Broadway performer Nicolette Robinson since 2012. The couple welcomed their daughter, Lucille 'Lucy' Ruby, 8, in April 2017, and their son, Able Phineas, 4, in March 2021. 'My kids weren't even born when we did 'Hamilton,'' he said on the 'Today' show. 'The fact that these kids are going to get to come see it this time, that's what I didn't know. That's been the surprise.'
Indianapolis Star
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indianapolis Star
Eva Noblezada, Reeve Carney and more stars will perform on Cabaret's new season
A star from the original "Rent" cast on Broadway and TV, a newly engaged Broadway powerhouse couple and a "Wicked" mainstay will be performing in Indianapolis this year. The singers are part of a new Cabaret season brimming with Broadway icons and those in the process of achieving that status. From September through January, they'll visit the venue at 924 N. Pennsylvania St. to perform intimate concerts full of behind-the-scenes stories from the intersection of their personal and professional lives. Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Aug. 5. Subscribers and donors who give more than $250 can take part in the pre-sale, which begins at 10 a.m. July 31. Visit for tickets and more information. Here's The Cabaret's new season: 'I was choking back tears': Jazz pianist Emmet Cohen wins 2019 American Pianists Awards This Indy newsletter has the best shows, art and eats
Irish Independent
15-07-2025
- Business
- Irish Independent
Rise in Kerry people seeking advice on ‘crippling financial' pressure
MABS say its pre-Budget submission highlights a deepening crisis among low-income and vulnerable households that is driven by unsustainable mortgage repayments, soaring rental costs, and crippling utility arrears. Among the main Kerry concerns flagged by MABS is mortgage distress, utility bills, and unaffordable rents. There is an average of 190 new clients every month in the region reflecting the hundreds of households facing choices between heating, rent, food or mortgage payments. MABS say that temporary arrangements for struggling mortgage holders are proving unsustainable as interest rate increases were passed on rapidly, while rate decreases have not been. Many mortgages, now held by non-bank entities, carry higher interest and fewer protections. MABS revealed it has seen a sharp rise in utility arrears, with some bills reaching up to €9,000. 'We cannot build sustainable repayment plans when providers are asking for lump sums that our clients simply don't have,' said Ursula Collins, Regional Manager of South Munster MABS. She added that the winding down of hardship funds and the uncertainty around energy credits has left many vulnerable households at serious risk of disconnection. In terms of rent, MABS say clients are being asked to pay rents that exceed their income—even when receiving support such as HAP. In one recent case, a household earning €1,200 per month was being asked to pay €1,300 in rent. Ahead of the autumn budget, MABS Kerry's Service Delivery Manager, Eamonn Foley, urged policymakers to implement practical, evidence-based recommendations. 'These are outlined in our pre-budget submission to prevent deeper hardship and long-term social costs. We want to ensure Budget 2026 is people-centred and will help vulnerable households desperately in need of support,' Mr Foley said. Among the listed budget recommendations will be a social energy tariff, overhaul of HAP and Rent Supplement systems, reform of the Mortgage to Rent scheme. MABS will also request stronger protections against utility disconnection, wider access to hardship funds and emergency supports, and the introduction of a cross-government financial inclusion strategy.
Yahoo
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Fans in Tears Over Emotional ‘Rent' Reunion: ‘I Ugly Cried Multiple Times'
Fans in Tears Over Emotional 'Rent' Reunion: 'I Ugly Cried Multiple Times' originally appeared on Parade. Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp still know how to bring fans to tears. The two former 'Rent' co-stars, part of the original Broadway cast of the iconic musical by Jonathan Larson, reunited in New York recently much to the delight of musical theatre fans who originated the role of Roger Davis, and Rapp, who originated the role of Mark Cohen, returned to 54 Below in New York this week, bringing their 'Celebrating Friendship' tour back to the legendary Broadway themed supper club, the first of the duo's 11-night engagement. The pair's voices were pitch perfect as they belted out three 'Rent' hits, 'Light My Candle,' 'There's Only Us,' and 'Seasons of Love.' In video shared to social media of the pair's debut, the stripped down performance of 'There's Only Us,' fans were deep in their feelings, with many noting they couldn't watch the show without getting choked fan wrote, 'They were absolutely incredible! I ugly cried for most of the show,' while another added, 'Why am I crying?!' 'They sound like they didn't even age,' noted one fan. Another added, 'I ugly cried multiple times.' Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp will be performing at 54 Below through July 6, 2025. 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 Fans in Tears Over Emotional 'Rent' Reunion: 'I Ugly Cried Multiple Times' first appeared on Parade on Jul 2, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 2, 2025, where it first appeared.
Business Wire
07-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
1stDibs Names Bradford Shellhammer its Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Product Officer
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- 1stDibs, Inc. (NASDAQ: DIBS), a leading marketplace for extraordinary design, has announced the appointment of Bradford Shellhammer as the brand's Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Product Officer. Shellhammer joins from Rent the Runway and will start next month. Guided by his deep experience in home and luxury collectibles, Shellhammer will lead the 1stDibs Product, Marketing and Customer Support functions. In addition to shaping and executing marketing strategies, driving customer engagement and growth and building brand awareness, he will oversee product development efforts and the user experience, ensuring 1stDibs is building an exceptional experience to connect those seeking beautiful design with highly coveted sellers and makers. 'Bradford has a unique skill set which will be incredibly beneficial in his role leading both the product and marketing teams at 1stDibs,' said David Rosenblatt, CEO, 1stDibs. 'His proven track record of scaling marketplaces and retailers, combined with his love for design, will bring tremendous experience to the executive team. We look forward to welcoming him.' Shellhammer joins 1stDibs from Rent the Runway where he held the position of Chief Product and Marketing Officer. In this role he led the Customer group, dedicated to critical touch points in service of the Rent the Runway customer and was the steward of the company's Product, Marketing, and Customer Experiences. Prior to Rent the Runway, he was the Chief Product Officer at Reverb as well as the VP of Buyer Experience and eBay for Charity at eBay. He also held senior roles at and Shellhammer is an Advisory Board Member at several start-ups. 'As an avid design lover, I have long been a fan of 1stDibs,' said Shellhammer. 'This role allows me the remarkable opportunity to combine my passion for fine design with my ability to build brand awareness and scale digital marketing and product organizations. I'm very much looking forward to joining the team and connecting the most beautiful things on earth with people who love and appreciate them.' About 1stDibs 1stDibs is a leading online marketplace connecting design lovers with highly coveted sellers and makers of vintage, antique and contemporary furniture, home décor, art, fine jewelry, watches and fashion.
