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From Xerox to TV box, long awaited adaptation of 'American Born Chinese' book hits Disney+

From Xerox to TV box, long awaited adaptation of 'American Born Chinese' book hits Disney+

Gene Luen Yang remembers feeling pumped in 2007 when Hollywood came calling about his trailblazing graphic novel “American Born Chinese.
"Pride and Prejudice" remake, "To Kill a Mockingbird" in Off-Mirvish season lineup

"Pride and Prejudice" remake, "To Kill a Mockingbird" in Off-Mirvish season lineup

TORONTO — Four reimagined takes on classic plays will anchor the lineup for the 2023-24 Off-Mirvish season at Canada's largest theatre company.
A teenage Jacob Tremblay on revisiting 'The Little Mermaid'

A teenage Jacob Tremblay on revisiting 'The Little Mermaid'

TORONTO — Jacob Tremblay understands the confusion when fans appear surprised that he's now 16 years old.
Disgraced children's TV entertainer Rolf Harris dies at 93

Disgraced children's TV entertainer Rolf Harris dies at 93

LONDON (AP) — Rolf Harris, the veteran entertainer whose decades-long career as a family favorite on British and Australian television was shattered when he was convicted of sexual assaults on young girls, has died. He was 93.
Pink Floyd showcases its 'Dark Side' as immersive exhibit rolls into Toronto

Pink Floyd showcases its 'Dark Side' as immersive exhibit rolls into Toronto

TORONTO — An immersive journey through the mind-bending history of Pink Floyd is headed to Toronto this summer.
Lenny Kravitz, Billie Eilish set for Global Citizen's 'Power Our Planet' show for climate financing

Lenny Kravitz, Billie Eilish set for Global Citizen's 'Power Our Planet' show for climate financing

Music superstars Lenny Kravitz, Billie Eilish and H.E.R. will team with advocacy nonprofit Global Citizen for a free concert in front of the Eiffel Tower designed to convince world leaders to take further action against climate change.
Actor Jeremy Renner wants tax credits for film projects in northern Nevada, but he may have to wait

Actor Jeremy Renner wants tax credits for film projects in northern Nevada, but he may have to wait

CARSON CITY, Nev. (AP) — Actor Jeremy Renner's hopes to expand a measure for the film industry to northern Nevada were effectively dashed Monday when the bill's sponsor said it's too late to entertain in the current legislative session.
'SmartLess' podcast goes on tour with Will Arnett, Jason Bateman and Sean Hayes, ends up on TV

'SmartLess' podcast goes on tour with Will Arnett, Jason Bateman and Sean Hayes, ends up on TV

NEW YORK (AP) — When Jason Bateman, Will Arnett and Sean Hayes get together, they can instantly tell if something's wrong: If insults don't immediately fly, there's a problem.
Montana is banning TikTok. But can the state enforce the law and fend off lawsuits?

Montana is banning TikTok. But can the state enforce the law and fend off lawsuits?

NEW YORK (AP) — TikTok is challenging Montana's first-of-its kind law that makes it illegal for people to use the social media app in the state. It's the second lawsuit since the ban was adopted. Montana Republican Gov.

Drag show restaurant files federal lawsuit against Florida and Gov. DeSantis

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A popular Orlando restaurant that regularly features drag shows filed a federal lawsuit against the state of Florida and Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday, less than a week after he signed a bill that targets drag performances.
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