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Actor Killed by Prop Sword in Play Rehearsal in Japan

Why is it that most all of the truly strange or stupid events in pop or serious culture stand a good chance of coming from Japan as a point of origin? That unique country seems to have a special mojo that attracts weird incidents.This weekend it was revealed that a Japanese actor by the name Daigo Kashino age 33 was rushed to the hospital and later died after being stabbed in rehearsal by a samurai sword. This was a stage prop samurai sword being used in rehearsal. This is the second bizarre death of a performer this year. An actor in Italy was choked in a stage hanging scene and died earlier in February.
By Teresa Swan

  • ‘DWTS’ Derek Hough Cast in Broadway Revival of ‘Singing in the Rain’

    'Grease: Live’s' Julianne Hough isn’t the only member of her family tackling a classic musical. Hough’s brother and fellow Dancing with the Stars' pro Derek Hough is will be feeling that glorious feeling as far as Don Lockwood in Singin' in the Rain. Producer Harvey Weinstein ('Finding Neverland') will be bringing the show, currently produced at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris to Broadway as part of the 2016-17 season.
    By James Knight

  • Saoirse Ronan Charms Oscar Audiences with Ryan Seacrest Before ‘Crucible’ Broadway Opening

    Saoirse Ronan ('Brooklyn') may have lost the Best Actress Oscar to Brie Larson but that didn’t stop her from winning over the hearts of viewers all over the globe. The Irish-American actress charmed viewers at home from the red carpet in an interview with, professional microphone holder and talker into-er, Ryan Seacrest. Ronan is currently gearing up to star in the Broadway revival of 'The Crucible,' which was set to start previews tonight, but has been pushed back so Ronan could attend the ceremonies. The official opening for the show has also been pushed back.
    By James Knight
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