Entertainment
Carole Mikita
Growing concerns for the future of Abravanel Hall
Following the announcement of an NHL team and plans for a sports and entertainment district, there have been questions about the future of the Salt Lake County owned Abravanel Hall.23 hours ago
Amarachi Orie, CNN
Original cover art for ‘Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone’ expected to set auction record
J.K. Rowling’s 1997 novel “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” was the beginning of what would become a worldwide phenomenon. Now, the original illustration for the first edition of the book is going on sale.3 days ago
Michael Camit, KSLNewsRadio
After 30 years, Slamdance film festival will move to Los Angeles
The Slamdance Film Festival, which featured early work by many legendary filmmakers, is moving from its long-time home of Park City to LA.4 days ago
Mary Culbertson
Team of researchers seeking footage of Led Zeppelin’s last SLC performance in 1973
A team of researchers in the UK and the U.S. are calling on Salt Lakers to help them locate any photographs that could exist from Led Zeppelin's last show played in the city in 1973.6 days ago
Maria Sherman, The Associated Press
Taylor Swift’s ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ hits No. 1, experiences largest streaming week ever
Taylor Swift continues to dominate in the week following the release of her 11th album, “The Tortured Poets Department.” The 31-track album has hit No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, tying Swift with Jay-Z for second-most No. 1 albums at 14. Only The Beatles, with 19 No. 1 albums, have had more.6 days ago
Lindsay Bahr, The Associated Press
Zendaya tennis movie ‘Challengers’ scores at weekend box office
The sexy tennis drama “ Challengers ” won the box office this weekend with $15 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday.7 days ago
Mike Schneider, The Associated Press
California Disney characters are unionizing decades after Florida peers. Hollywood plays a role
During three years of working as a parade performer at the Disneyland Resort in Southern California, Zach Elefante always has had a second or third job to help him earn a living.7 days ago
Alex Cabrero
Lindon woman’s dream of having her music on the radio comes true
With weeks left to live after an electrical accident, a Lindon woman’s dream of her music airing on the radio is becoming a reality.9 days ago
Juan A. Lozano, Associated Press
Judge declines to dismiss lawsuits filed against rapper Travis Scott over concert that killed 10
A judge has declined to dismiss hundreds of lawsuits filed against rap star Travis Scott over his role in the deadly 2021 Astroworld festival in which 10 people were killed in a crowd surge.10 days ago
MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer
Imagine Dragons’ Dan Reynolds talks new album ‘Loom’ — with tour to include Salt Lake City
The ambiguity of Imagine Dragons' next album starts from the cover. Two figures stand in the distance separated by a dawning sun. Or is it setting?12 days ago
Madeline Holcombe, CNN
Why everyone is crying to Taylor’s breakup songs
Fans were waiting with bated breath for the emotional torment they were sure would come from “The Tortured Poets Department,” Taylor Swift’s 11th studio album.13 days ago
Jake Coyle, The Associated Press
‘Civil War’ continues box-office campaign at No. 1
“Civil War,” Alex Garland’s ominous American dystopia, remained the top film in theaters in its second week of release, according to studio estimates Sunday.14 days ago
Brianna Chavez
Payson High students celebrate prom with a ‘Footloose’ theme, Kevin Bacon’s return
Saturday morning was busy for many Payson High School students as hundreds of teens helped build kits for actor Kevin Bacon's charity SixDegrees.15 days ago
Emma Benson
Everybody cut loose: Utah actress recalls experience filming ‘Footloose’
Remember the scene in "Footloose" when Ariel climbs out of her friends' moving car and tries to get into her boyfriend's truck? The driver – Ariel's friend, Edna – was played by then-19-year-old BYU acting student Kim Abunuwara.15 days ago
Lottie Elizabeth Johnson, Margaret Darby, Deseret News
‘You were all just tireless’: Kevin Bacon praises Payson High students as he returns to ‘Footloose’ roots
Getting Kevin Bacon to come to Payson, Utah, was no easy feat. Just about anyone who has spent the past year trying to get his attention will tell you that.15 days ago
Anita Snow, Associated Press
Record Store Day celebrates indie retail music sellers as they ride vinyl’s popularity wave
Special LP releases, live performances and at least one giant block party are scheduled around the U.S. Saturday as hundreds of shops celebrate Record Store Day during a surge of interest in vinyl during a surge of interest in vinyl and the day after the release of Taylor Swift's latest album.15 days ago
Michael Houck and Lindsay Aerts, KSL TV
Smith Entertainment Group addresses the logistics and politics of bringing the NHL to Utah
On Friday, the NHL and the new owners of the Utah NHL team discussed the exciting opportunities that the team can bring to Beehive State.16 days ago
Cheyanne Mumphrey, Associated Press
Not a toddler, not a parent, but still love ‘Bluey’? You’re not alone
A small blue dog named Bluey with an Australian accent has captured the hearts of people across the world.16 days ago
Alli Rosenbloom and Elizabeth Wagmeister
Taylor Swift’s surprise double album ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ is daggers wrapped in a lullaby
Take your seat because Taylor Swift’s “Tortured Poets Department” meeting has officially been called into session and, surprise, it’s a 31-song mega double album.16 days ago
Brian Fung, CNN
TikTok is in the hot seat once again in Washington
On Wednesday, House Republicans added a hot-button bill that could lead to a nationwide TikTok ban to a wide-ranging foreign aid package intended to help Israel and Ukraine.17 days ago
Steven Wine and Russ Bynum
Allman Brothers Band co-founder and legendary guitarist Dickey Betts dies at 80
Guitar legend and Allman Brothers Band co-founder Dickey Betts has died at age 80. The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer wrote the band's biggest hit, “Ramblin’ Man.”17 days ago
Collin Leonard, KSL.com
Leaving Park City? Sundance Institute seeks proposals for future location of film festival
The Sundance Institute announced Wednesday it is beginning a process "to explore viable locations in the United States to host the Sundance Film Festival beginning in 2027."18 days ago
Amy Taxin
Southern California city council gives a key approval for Disneyland expansion plan
Disney has received a key approval to expand its theme park offerings in California as it seeks to build new, immersive lands for visitors.18 days ago
