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Donald Trump · WashingtonThe drama in the audience rivaled the spectacle on stage on Wednesday at the Kennedy Center, where President Donald Trump went to the opening night of “Les Misérables” as he tightens his grip on the venerable performing arts institution. It was his first time attending a show there since his election, and he was booed and cheered as he took his seat alongside first lady Melania Trump. Near the end of the intermission, someone loudly cursed his name, drawing applause. Several drag queens were in the crowd, their presence a protest against Trump’s complaints that the Kennedy Center had hosted too many drag shows in the past.See the Story
Trump Booed and Cheered at the Kennedy Center While Attending 'Les Misérables'
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BusinessBy Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — Actor Harris Yulin, an Emmy-nominated actor who appeared in projects including “Frasier” and “Ghostbusters II,” has died. He was 87. The news was confirmed by Yulin’s manager Sue Leibman, who said in an email to CNN that he passed away June 10 in New York City from a cardiac arrest. Yulin was a decorated theater actor, playing Hamlet three times off-Broadway and appearing in plays on Broadway including “Hedda Gabler,”…See the Story
Harris Yulin, Prolific Stage and Screen Actor of ‘Ghostbusters II’ Fame, Dead at 87
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Steven Spielberg · New YorkSmash is coming to a close on Broadway! The stage musical adaptation of the NBC musical series first opened to previews in March and officially opened in April. Now, producers have announced that the musical, which stars Robyn Hurder, will be closing this summer, after less than 100 regular performances. Keep reading to find out more… The closing date has been set for Sunday, June 22nd after 32 preview performances and 84 regular performances at…See the Story
‘Smash’ On Broadway Announces Closing Date After Tony Award Losses | Just Jared: Celebrity News and Gossip
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Jonas Brothers, Ava Max to perform at 'Macy's 4th of July Fireworks'
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Albany leaders want to update Cabaret License with different approaches
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Cole Escola Shuts Down Speculation Around His Joke About Nicole Scherzinger's Tony Win
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The Phantom Of The Opera Is Back In NYC: Immersive ‘Masquerade’ Hints At Imminent Opening
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New York City Center Encores! Season To Include All-Black ‘La Cage Aux Folles’ Starring Billy Porter
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