A seemingly timid but secretly ruthless ingénue insinuates herself into the lives of an aging Broadway star and her circle of theater friends. She manipulates relationships, steals the spotlight, and betrays those who trust her. As she climbs the ladder of success, she becomes entangled in a web of deception and realizes the price she has paid for fame and fortune.
This movie follows the lives and careers of a showbiz family, the Donahues, as they navigate the ups and downs of the entertainment industry.
Opening Night follows a troubled theater actress as she becomes increasingly unhinged during a play rehearsal. The story explores themes of artistic creation, obsession, and spirituality. The actress's journey is marked by encounters with an obsessed fan, a spiritualist, and a man who confesses his love to her. As the rehearsal progresses, the woman's mental state deteriorates, leading to a climax involving a bloody nose, a ouija board, and a violent confrontation backstage. Set in the world of theater, the film showcases the intense emotions and complex dynamics that can arise in the pursuit of artistic excellence.
Laserblast is a 1978 sci-fi horror movie about a high school student who discovers a laser gun left behind by an alien. As he begins to use the gun, he becomes a destructive force, wreaking havoc on his small town. Meanwhile, a group of aliens try to stop him and retrieve their weapon.
In Black Widow, a Broadway actress finds herself in hot water when she becomes the prime suspect in a murder investigation. With suspicions mounting and her career on the line, she must race against time to clear her name and uncover the truth behind the crime. Set in the vibrant and glamorous world of Broadway, this film explores themes of jealousy, adultery, and betrayal. Will she be able to prove her innocence and find the real killer before it's too late? Find out in this captivating film noir thriller.
Morning Glory tells the story of an aspiring actress who moves to New York City to make it big on Broadway. She faces challenges, temptations, and the harsh realities of the theater industry.
In Reckless, a Broadway star and a millionaire fall in love, but their relationship is complicated by class prejudice and social climbing. They must navigate through scandals, suicide, and societal expectations to find their happily ever after.
Torch Song is a drama, music, and romance film released in 1953. The story revolves around a blind Broadway star who falls in love with a war veteran. A love triangle ensues as the Broadway star's sister also develops feelings for the war veteran. Throughout the film, themes of unrequited love, sister-sister and mother-daughter relationships, and the challenges of blindness are explored.
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS presents a 2013 concert celebrating Chita Rivera's 80th birthday as a fundraiser to aid struggling artists during the pandemic. Chita offers a musical retrospective of her career in the theatre with guest stars Tommy Tune and Ben Vereen. Includes songs from 'Seventh Heaven,' 'West Side Story,' 'Bye Bye Birdie,' 'The Happy Time,' 'Jacques Brel Is Alive and Well and Living in Paris,' 'Chicago,' 'The Rink,' 'Kiss of the Spider Woman,' & 'The Visit,' among others.
The incredible story of the mythical Russian-American actor and filmmaker Yul Brynner (1920-85), the most exotic sex-symbol since Rudolph Valentino; the story of the atypical destiny of an international nomad: from the Parisian cabarets to the stages of Broadway and the Hollywood studios. The rise to fame of a multidisciplinary genius who became a king of the screen.
A loose biopic based on the life of Gilded Age tycoon "Diamond" Jim Brady.
Ted Howard, a vaudevillian left, stranded in a tank town. A local girl, Mary (Sally O'Neil), proposes to finance a new act with her savings and the team succeeds in a minor way until Ted is discovered by Broadway femme fatale Valeska (Carmel Myers). Not wishing to stand in her partner's way, Mary nobly resigns from the act and instead accepts a minor role in the show. She proves a sensation on opening night, however, and a jealous Valeska demands her ousted. But Ted, who is in love with Mary, reorganizes their old act and they begin a new life together as man and wife.
An Irish radical turns East Coast bootlegger during Prohibition.
Broadway producer Johnny Demming is only interested in big-name talent and scoffs that his sister, father and other small-time talent could be used in a successful show.
Sutton Foster takes over City Center—filling it with her indomitable spirit for a concert with her friends that celebrates their connections to the historic theater and reflects on the challenges facing all of us. Bring Me to Light reunites Foster with fellow Encores! cast members Raúl Esparza and Joaquina Kalukango, City Center alum Kelli O’Hara, and Wren Rivera—Foster’s student at Ball University. Together, they enliven City Center with the hope of what lies ahead through performances of music theater favorites from Anyone Can Whistle, Camelot, Oklahoma!, South Pacific, Violet, The Wild Party, and more. Accompanied by Music Director Michael Rafter (piano) and Matt Hinkley (guitar), Bring Me to Light is directed by Leigh Silverman, with Jeanine Tesori serving as Creative Producer.
An Evening with Patti LuPone is a mesmerizing concert film featuring the legendary Broadway star performing in her element. With powerful vocals and captivating stage presence, LuPone delivers an unforgettable experience for theater and music lovers alike. The film showcases a selection of her iconic Broadway hits and highlights her extraordinary talent as a performer.
A idealistic shipyard worker interests a beautiful Hollywood star in staging a musical tribute to the war industry, but they disagree on some important issues.
Neurotic Broadway star Al Jackson faces professional ruin when he loses his voice. While recuperating in the country, he falls in love with farm girl Ruth Haines, the pretty aunt of precocious little Sybil Haines.
An aggressive agent turns a hotel porter into an overnight sensation.
A multi-studio effort to show the newsreel audience the progress of the Hollywood war effort.