From The Office to the Stage: Jenna Fischer on Doing a Play Written By Her Husband

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Written by: Emily McClanathan

From The Office to the Stage: Jenna Fischer on Doing a Play Written By Her Husband. Ashland Avenue, by Lee Kirk, runs at the Goodman Theater in Chicago.

On paper, Jenna Fischer and Lee Kirk seem like a typical Hollywood couple, both immersed in the worlds of film and television. Fischer starred as Pam Beesly in all nine seasons of NBC’s The Office, winning over a loyal fan base that still follows her work on the popular Office Ladies podcast, which she co-hosts with former castmate Angela Kinsey. Kirk, who guest starred in one episode of The Office and directed another, has also written and directed films such as The Giant Mechanical Man, Ordinary World, and the upcoming New Year’s Rev.

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5 Musicals You Should See Before the Tony Awards

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Written by: Andrew Gans

It’s hard to believe, but there are only two weeks before the 78th Annual Tony Awards will be presented at Radio City Music Hall.

That means, there are just about 16 or so chances left to see each of the acclaimed Broadway plays and musicals that are vying for Broadway’s top honor. In such a crowded season (there were 43 Broadway openings), we’ve decided to help your show selection by spotlighting five of the musicals—a mix of both original productions and revivals—that are currently vying for 2025 Tony Awards.

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Broadway’s August Wilson Theatre Dims Its Lights in Memory of Adam Epstein

BY ANDREW GANS, MOLLY HIGGINS

Originally published on playbill.com

Tony Award-winning producer Adam Epstein was a prominent figure in the world of Broadway, known for his exceptional contributions to the theatrical landscape. His notable productions included iconic shows such as Hairspray, The Crucible, The Wedding Singer, and many others that captured the hearts of audiences and critics alike.

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