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Golden Globe nominated actress and Hudson, NY resident Mel Harris, known for roles in ABC's 'Thirtysomething,' NBC's 'Something So Right,' and Hulu's 'Shut Eye,' gives us an exclusive interview on her latest film 'Queen of Knives.

Golden Globe nominated actress and Hudson, NY resident Mel Harris, known for roles in ABC's 'Thirtysomething,' NBC's 'Something So Right,' and Hulu's 'Shut Eye,' gives us an exclusive interview on her latest film 'Queen of Knives.

Golden Globe nominated actress and Hudson, NY resident Mel Harris, known for roles in ABC's 'Thirtysomething,' NBC's 'Something So Right,' and Hulu's 'Shut Eye,' gives us an exclusive interview on her latest film 'Queen of Knives.

The otherwise so-so First National Tour of the Broadway revival of 'Funny Girl' -- at Playhouse Square for a three-week run -- is propped up by the fantastic work of Katerina McCrimmon, who stars as Fanny Brice | Theater review

The otherwise so-so First National Tour of the Broadway revival of 'Funny Girl' -- at Playhouse Square for a three-week run -- is propped up by the fantastic work of Katerina McCrimmon, who stars as Fanny Brice | Theater review

Strong productions of the Broadway hits lure in local audiences

This very fun “Funny Girl” is a smiling, heartfelt tribute to the Broadway of yore.

Impeccable comic timing and propulsive pacing sustain the long first act; the second is a bit of a slog

Despite the chaotic nature of what was supposed to be an ordinary Saturday matinee, the “Funny Girl” cast miraculously blended together seamlessly.

According to a post on her Facebook account, Barbara Tirrell made her debut as Mrs. Meeker just one day after she was hired as an offstage cover for Mrs. Brice, Mrs. Strakosh, and Mrs. Meeker.