{"id":94679,"date":"2026-01-25T23:18:46","date_gmt":"2026-01-26T07:18:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.billymasters.com\/custom\/?p=94679"},"modified":"2026-01-25T23:18:46","modified_gmt":"2026-01-26T07:18:46","slug":"magic-mike-shows-some-skin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.billymasters.com\/custom\/blog\/2026\/01\/25\/magic-mike-shows-some-skin\/","title":{"rendered":"Magic Mike Shows Some Skin"},"content":{"rendered":"

Jonathan Groff <\/strong>is proving to be Broadway<\/em>\u2019s MVP.  During his vacation last week, grosses for Just in Time<\/em><\/strong> plummeted by over 60%!  With his final show scheduled for March 29th<\/sup>, producers were frantically negotiating with several big names.  After several declined, director Alex Timbers <\/strong>revealed their choice: \u201cI\u2019m absolutely thrilled to welcome Jeremy Jordan <\/strong>to Just in Time <\/em>\u2013 his talent, charisma, and emotional fearlessness make him the perfect artist to step into the role of Bobby Darin<\/strong>.  We\u2019re excited to tailor the show to Jeremy\u2019s many gifts and make a version of the show unique to him.  Watching Jeremy bring Bobby\u2019s swagger, vulnerability, and musical brilliance to life on Broadway is going to be electric, and I can\u2019t wait for audiences to experience it.\u201d<\/p>\n

A casting change for Broadway musical Six<\/em><\/strong> is less smooth.  Starting on February 16th<\/sup>, Dylan Mulvaney <\/strong>is taking on the role of Anne Boleyn<\/strong>.  As was the case with the historical queen in question, the reaction to Dylan\u2019s casting has been decidedly mixed.  While many are applauding the hiring of a transgender actress, many others are attacking Dylan and the show.  As a result, the producers made their Twitter <\/em>account private, and issued the following statement: \u201cWhile we welcome passionate engagement with the show, aggressive, threatening or abusive behaviour is never acceptable.  As a production, we unequivocally condemn bullying in all its forms and remain committed to fostering a respectful, supportive environment for everyone involved.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Since we\u2019re talking Broadway, let\u2019s go to this week\u2019s Ask Billy<\/em><\/strong> question.  Victor <\/strong>in New Jersey asks,  \u201cWhat ever happened to Magic Mike Live<\/strong>?  I saw it in Vegas and loved the reality show.  Is it ever coming to New York<\/em>?\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

Can I be honest with you, dear readers?  Victor\u2019s question didn\u2019t just come in \u2013 it hit my mailbox three months ago.  Back then, I didn\u2019t have any details.  So, I dangled him along, as I\u2019ve done to so many men before him.  I\u2019m now happy to provide an answer.  Channing Tatum<\/strong>\u2019s Magic Mike Live<\/em> is poised to hit Times Square next fall in a new venue called Greenlight<\/em>, located on 47th<\/sup> and 8th<\/sup> Avenue.  Those of you who know the area will recognize it as the last home of the infamous Copacabana <\/em>(yes, of Lola the showgirl, when they used to have a show).  Magic Mike Live<\/em> is described as \u201ca 360-degree dance and acrobatic spectacular, with jaw-dropping dance moves, hilarious moments, and bold, immersive production design.  Ninety minutes of unforgettable entertainment, equal parts empowering and exhilarating.\u201d  I notice the lack of the word nudity.  You had me, then you lost me.<\/p>\n

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When Channing\u2019s boys can leave their clothes on, it\u2019s definitely time to end another column.  Yes, I realize I didn\u2019t mention anything about the Oscars<\/em>.  What can I say \u2013 I\u2019m a bit nonplussed.  But maybe it\u2019s because every time I hear the name Ryan Coogler<\/strong>, I expect someone to come out with puppets.  If you get that, you\u2019re just old enough to enjoy www.BillyMasters.com<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 the site that caters kids of all ages.  As always, you can send your questions along to Billy@BillyMasters.com<\/a><\/strong> and I promise to get back to you before Antoni is cast as Lola in Magic Mike Live<\/em> (with a dress cut down to there).  Until next time, remember, one man\u2019s filth is another man\u2019s bible.<\/p>\n

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