Broadway Revival of 'The Rocky Horror Show' Announces Star-Studded Cast
A star-studded cast, including Stephanie Hsu, Juliette Lewis, Rachel Dratch, and Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, was announced for the Broadway revival of "The Rocky Horror Show" on January 28, 2026, according to Variety. The production promises a fresh take on the classic musical.
Nationwide Protests Erupt Over ICE Actions
Meanwhile, across the country, activists were calling for a nationwide general strike on Friday, January 30, to protest President Trump's immigration policies, Time reported. The call for action followed fatal shootings by federal ICE agents in Minneapolis. The National Shutdown campaign website stated, "To stop Immigration and Customs Enforcements reign of terror, we need to SHUT IT DOWN." Thousands of Minnesotans had already participated in similar demonstrations, shuttering businesses to protest federal immigration enforcement operations after an ICE officer shot a mother of three earlier in the month, according to Time.
Jason Statham Returns in Action Thriller 'Shelter'
In the world of film, Jason Statham starred in "Shelter," an action thriller set in Scotland, Variety reported. The film, directed by Ric Roman Waugh, features Statham as a fugitive former MI6 agent protecting himself and a teenage girl from assassins. Dennis Harvey, a film critic for Variety, described the film as a "slick if undistinguished latest action opus." This project comes shortly after Statham's collaboration with Gerard Butler in "Greenland 2: Migration," which opened just three weeks prior.
Queen Corgi Unmasked on 'The Masked Singer'
On television, "The Masked Singer" revealed the identity of Queen Corgi after she prematurely quit the show on Wednesday, January 28, Variety reported. The reveal occurred during the "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Night" episode of Season 14.
Michael Mayo Garners Grammy Nominations
In music news, Michael Mayo received multiple Grammy nominations for his sophomore album "Fly," NPR reported. The album showcases Mayo's vocal range and innovative jazz interpretations, including a reimagining of Miles Davis' "Four." Mayo emphasized the importance of honoring jazz traditions while pushing the genre forward through personal expression and artistic vision, as reflected in his critically acclaimed work.
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