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This week, 45 colleges and universities across the state are waiving their application fees for students who submit an application through a free state portal.

Ace Frehley, the Spaceman of Kiss who played with the group from their formation in 1973 until 1983, and then again in the Nineties, has died at 74.

Susan Stamberg, an original National Public Radio staffer who went on to become the first U.S. woman to anchor a nightly national news program, has died.

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When audiences think of theatre, their minds often go straight to the stars under the spotlight—the actors, singers, and dancers who bring stories to life on stage. But for every standing ovation, there’s an entire world of creative and technical professionals working behind the scenes to make the magic happen. From designers and directors to stagehands and dressers, these unsung heroes are the backbone of every production. Here’s a look at the essential jobs that keep the curtain rising night after night.

Known as the 'Prince of Darkness,' the lead singer of the massively influential rock band Black Sabbath, Osbourne reached another generation via the MTV reality show The Osbournes in the early 2000s.

Dashing American actor who was unrivalled in his ability to hold a television audience.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that South African playwright, novelist, and actor, Athol Fugard, has died at age 92. Learn more about him and read the full obituary here.

The Grammy Award-winning artist and educator had shared an ALS diagnosis in 2022. She was best known for ballads such as "Killing Me Softly With His Song" and "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face."

The 1964 hit "As Tears Go By," penned by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, made her a star, but Marianne Faithfull demonstrated a remarkable ability to change with the times.

She was one of Britain's most acclaimed stage and screen stars and the widow of Sir Laurence Olivier.

Carter was president from 1977 to 1981, but he was perhaps more famous for the life he led after he left office. He was one of the biggest advocates for peace, democracy and human rights.

When Jon Pertwee reincarnated into Tom Baker in 1974, the Fourth Doctor of the popular sci-fi show Doctor Who ditched the foppish look of velvet jackets and frilly shirts, and went for the “Romantic a...