Tag: smash

Sophia Anne Caruso

When NBC aired The Sound of Music Live!, viewers fell in love with the 12-year-old triple threat playing Brigitta von Trapp: Sophia Anne Caruso. This talented young actress already has a stacked resumé of theater credits, television appearances and commercials—including a national Campbell’s soup commercial and a guest appearance on NBC’s “Smash” as a young […]

"Smash" is Going to Exist IRL—Kind Of

Do you guys remember “Smash”? I loved that show, although apparently there was a mixed critical reaction to its soapy plot line. I guess I never talked to any of those people, because I was surprised and sad when it was canceled after just two seasons. As it turns out, there is a legion of […]

Don’t Wait—Go See First Date!

Zachary Levi and Krysta Rodriguez in First Date (by Joan Marcus) It’s no secret that we love Broadway musicals at Dance Spirit. So when brand new musical comedy First Date came to the Great White Way, I was first in line for tickets. The super-clever show, still in previews, blends believable characters and smart pop-culture […]

"Smash" Is Cancelled, and Yes, I Am Sad About It

It’s lights-out for the flashiest show on network television. The show’s over for “Smash.” NBC’s Broadway drama was cancelled last week after two seasons. And while I know, given the verrrrry mixed critical reactions to the troubled show, that not everyone’s upset by the news, I’ll admit it: I totally am. Yes, the plotlines have […]

Choreographer's Collage: Joshua Bergasse

Joshua Bergasse Choreographer Joshua Bergasse has been breaking new ground for dance on the small screen on the Broadway-themed TV show “Smash.” Though his success on “Smash” has recently made him a household dance name, Bergasse has been a successful musical theater pro for more than 15 years, touring and performing on Broadway before moving […]

Which Onscreen Queen Are You?

“So You Think You Can Dance” Season 9 winner Eliana Girard (courtesy FOX) From the wannabe-primas on “Bunheads” to the fierce comp kids on “Dance Moms,” talented dancers—both real and fictional—are all over the TV these days. So which small-screen star are you most like? Take our quiz to find out. What’s your turning specialty?  […]

"Smash" is Back Tomorrow!

Calling all “Smash” lovers! The song and dance-filled drama is back with an all-new season starting tomorrow. In honor of this joyous occasion, we’ve decided to share our Top 5 reasons why you have to tune in. 1. Former Newsies hunk Jeremy Jordan joins the cast as Karen’s (Katharine McPhee) love interest—which means there’s a […]