Articles about Entertainment

• The Monadnock region in New Hampshire and nearby Vermont feature a packed April 3-4 weekend with live music, Peking Acrobats at Colonial Theatre in Keene at 7 p.m. for $50 adults/$30 youth, and Easter events. • Gaslight Tinkers perform global-Celtic fusion at Next Stage Arts in Putney, VT until midnight, while Fat Angus AC/DC tribute hits Charlestown's Clubhouse at 9 p.m. for $12.51. • Saturday offers TAKAAT punk-rock at Nova Arts and Mike Block Trio roots music at The Showroom in Keene, alongside family egg hunts at East Hill Farm.

• California's new legislation AB 2602 and AB 1836 now require explicit consent and detailed descriptions for creating digital replicas of performers, addressing growing concerns over generative AI in entertainment. • Union agreements place additional limitations on how entertainment companies use generative AI tools, providing protections for performers and creatives amid ongoing industry consolidation. • The Los Angeles entertainment sector continues to navigate back-to-back crises including COVID-19, strikes, and fires, but industry experts predict consolidation will create opportunities for nimble new players and innovative talent pursuing independent projects.

• Layoffs continue to ripple through the entertainment industry in 2026, following widespread job cuts in 2025. • William Morris Endeavor announced a 3% staff reduction the day after St. Patrick's Day, while Axios, Lionsgate, and Universal Music Group's Mercury Studios also implemented layoffs. • The ongoing cuts reflect ongoing economic pressures within the broader entertainment and media sectors.

• Pophouse Entertainment, co-founded by ABBA's Björn Ulvaeus, acquired Tina Turner's name, image, likeness rights and majority music catalog from BMG, announced March 19, 2026. • CEO Jessica Koravos highlighted Turner's visual presence and stage energy for projects recreating her legacy, comparing her to Elvis and Marilyn Monroe. • Plans include announcements within six months, potentially featuring digital avatars like ABBA Voyage created with Industrial Light & Magic.

• ABC News' Kelley Carter and Variety's Clayton Davis predict Oscar victors ahead of the 98th Academy Awards on March 15, 2026. • Discussion covers tight competitions in major categories like best picture amid high anticipation for Hollywood's biggest night. • Predictions highlight potential surprises in film races, drawing from awards season trends and expert analysis.