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JANUARY 27 - FEBRUARY 2, 2019 staradvertiser.com FOX MAKES RENT Seven struggling artists reach for the stars as they follow their dreams during turbulent times in a new live adaptation of the smash-hit Broadway musical Rent. A re-imagining of Puccini’s “La Bohème,” the musical is set in New York City’s gritty East Village, and stars Vanessa Hudgens, Tinashe, Jordan Fisher, Valentina and more. Airing Sunday, Jan. 27, on Fox. WEEKLY NEWS UPDATE LIVE @ THE LEGISLATURE Join Senate and House leadership as they discuss upcoming legislation and issues of importance to the community. TOMORROW, 8:30AM | CHANNEL 49 | olelo.org/49 olelo.org ON THE COVER | RENT Sing out Fox brings Broadway to Walden and Gary Newman said in an official (“RuPaul’s Drag Race”) makes her debut as release. Angel, a drag queen and street musician. television with ‘Rent’ “Rent” was a groundbreaking production Performing alongside such seasoned artists in the ‘90s because it addressed AIDS, ho- may be intimidating to some, but Valentina By Kyla Brewer mophobia, addiction and other taboo subjects, seems to be handling it all with her usual poise. TV Media and producers have assembled top caliber When “ET’s” Keltie Knight stopped by the set talent to bring the story to a whole new genera- of the live musical in November, she spoke with elevision offers a respite for many weary tion. Some of the world’s most renowned musi- Valentina and Dixon about the upcoming pro- viewers, but there’s nothing like the thrill cal theater artists take to the soundstage for duction and asked Valentina about the show. Tof live theater. A major broadcaster is this television version. “I’m definitely taking on a lot, but I’m so ex- about to make live performance more acces- Jordan Fisher (“Liv and Maddie”) stars as cited, especially because it’s live because, sible with a televised production of one of Mark Cohen, a Jewish-American filmmaker mama-girl, I’m always live,” Valentina quipped. Broadway’s most beloved musicals. who also serves as the narrator of the show. Dixon was equally optimistic about the tele- Seven struggling artists reach for their Country music singer-songwriter Brennin Hunt vised version of the musical: dreams in New York City’s East Village in an era (“Nashville”) plays Mark’s roommate and best “I think particularly at this time with a lot of of political and social unrest in a live/tape de- friend, a struggling musician named Roger the distress and the conflict we see, I think layed production of “Rent,” airing Sunday, Jan. Davis. Mark and Roger’s former roommate- it’s so important to see a group of friends that 27, on Fox. Inspired by Giacomo Puccini’s “La turned-landlord Benjamin Coffin III is portrayed really learn and discover that love transforms Bohème,” “Rent” was written by late composer by R&B artist Mario (“Step Up,” 2006). Tony and anything,” Dixon said. “Love transforms dis- and playwright Jonathan Larson, who also Emmy-nominated actor Brandon Victor Dixon ease — the disease of prejudice, disease it- wrote the music and lyrics. (“Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert”) has self, transforms the disease of poverty, xeno- The show first premiered Off-Broadway at been cast as Mark and Roger’s friend, Tom phobia, patriarchy. Our message is to measure the New York Theatre Workshop on Jan. 25, Collins, a computer scientist who returns to yourself in love — the love you give and the 1996, before moving to Broadway in April of New York after being expelled from MIT. One- love you allow yourself to receive.” the same year. Unfortunately, Larson didn’t time Disney darling Vanessa Hudgens (“High The original Broadway run of “Rent” lasted live to see its Off-Broadway premiere, as he School Musical,” 2006) stars as 12 years, was performed 5,123 times and died of an aortic dissection that morning, at Mark’s ex-girlfriend, Maureen. grossed more than $280 million. There have the age of 35. He was awarded a number of Kiersey Clemons (“Dope,” been a number of national tours as well, posthumous awards for the rock musical, in- 2015) appears as Maureen’s in addition to international productions cluding three Tonys and a Pulitzer Prize. girlfriend, Joanne Jefferson, performed in 25 languages. In 2005, It’s been more than 20 years since the play an Ivy League-educated lawyer. Chris Columbus (“Home Alone,” 1990) first premiered, but many feel that it’s just as Pop singer Tinashe (“The Polar directed a big-screen adaptation of the relevant today as it was back then. Express,” 2004) tackles musical starring most of the origi- “The title is so iconic, the music is so be- the role of Mimi Marquez, nal Broadway cast. loved, and the themes are as meaningful a dancer who struggles today as they were when the show first pre- with addiction. Finally, “Valentina as seen in “Rent” miered on Broadway,” Fox executives Dana drag queen Valentina 2 STAR CHANNELS JANUARy 27 - FebruARY 2, 2019 SOAP UPDATES By Andrew Sawyer Liam to let his pain out Kim gives Drew a call. Shiloh exudes charm, and TV Media as he relives the worst Jason puts his own life at risk. Laura provides night of his life. comfort to Charlotte. Jordan calls Peter in to the station. Carly suffers from a broken heart. For the week of January 21 - 25 Days of Our Lives Franco bakes cookies with Aiden. Marcus tells Xander and an unex- his side of the story. Sonny pays his respects. The Bold and the Beautiful pected partner jump Ava keeps watch at Ryan’s side. Franco has a Hope continues to be upset by her encounter into bed. Victor makes heartfelt discussion with Liz. with Sally and worries that she will never be Joshua Morrow as Brady a tempting of- seen in “The Young fer. Gabi asks Kate for The Young and the Restless able to overcome her pain. Katie promises to and the Restless” a favor. Eric makes a Cane asks Devon if he can use his plane to go spend more time with Thorne, and thanks him shocking discovery. to Lily and confess. Devon refuses, telling Cane for being understanding about her spending Eric loses it over Sarah’s betrayal. Kayla has that learning the truth would crush Lily, and so much time with Bill and Will. Thorne talks bad news about Jack to share with Jennifer. he should keep his misdeed to himself. Nikki to Kate about his past love, Darla. Liam tells Eve advises Jack to make a bold career move. and Victoria come clean to Nick and Victor Hope to let people help her. Sally and Wyatt’s Xander tries to pull one over on Leo. Jennifer about everything, but they leave out Phyllis relationship heats up. Brooke suggests to and Eve have a heated confrontation con- and Sharon’s involvement. Nick and Victor Hope that she might find comfort in working on cerning Jack. JJ warns his father about Eve’s form an alliance, and vow to protect their fam- her line, “Hope for the Future.” Hope snaps at deception as they forge a bond. Haley treats ily. Phyllis calls Sharon and tells her they’re on Brooke and asks her to leave her alone. Taylor Tripp at the hospital, and gets to know him bet- their own and could easily be thrown under the tells Steffy about a birth mother who is putting ter. Ted asks Kate for a second chance. Claire bus. Sharon says she doesn’t trust anyone and her infant up for adoption. Reese tells Flo the and Tripp make romantic inroads. Haley grows can only rely on herself. Nikki is stunned when truth about Zoe and the thugs. Liam talks to closer to JJ. Chad makes a huge sacrifice for a mysterious stranger comes out of hiding at Wyatt about how difficult things are for him Abigail. Gabi and Stefan declare war on each the Newman Ranch. Phyllis is angry with Billy and Hope. Flo expresses her concern to Reese other. Sarah does her best to make things right for borrowing the company jet without per- about their future. Wyatt is stunned when Liam mission. Billy tells Phyllis the truth about why with Eric. Jennifer tells Jack that Eve is just us- tells him Steffy is considering adoption, and he took it, sharing his troubles with Victoria. ing him. Haley shares a secret with JJ. Brady ex- she asks him to keep it a secret. 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