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HBO Max Announces Unscripted Series SWEET LIFE: LOS ANGELES From Issa Rae Photo HBO Max Announces Unscripted Series SWEET LIFE: LOS ANGELES From Issa Rae
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 18, 2021

'We are thrilled to partner with Issa Rae on this fun, dynamic series about a real group of friends and their unique, yet intertwined experiences in South Los Angeles, which has a one-of-a-kind culture that deserves a spotlight all its own,' said Jennifer O’Connell, executive vice president, Non-Fic...
Tony Awards Producers Glenn Weiss and Ricky Kirshner Will Produce The Oscars in 2023 Photo Tony Awards Producers Glenn Weiss and Ricky Kirshner Will Produce The Oscars in 2023
by Blair Ingenthron - September 17, 2022

Tony Awards producers Glenn Weiss and Ricky Kirshner of White Cherry Entertainment will produce the 95th Annual Academy Awards. The ceremony will air on ABC on March 13, 2023....
Cody Renard Richard, Mj Rodriguez, Camille A. Brown & More Named to Kennedy Center Ne Photo Cody Renard Richard, Mj Rodriguez, Camille A. Brown & More Named to Kennedy Center Next 50
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 20, 2022

An elementary–aged rapper, an award–winning composer, and a dancer defying the stigmas of cerebral palsy, come together in the Kennedy Center Next 50, a new cultural leadership initiative....
The 7th Annual UG! MAS COMEDY SHOW SPECTACULAR! at Drexler's Photo The 7th Annual UG! MAS COMEDY SHOW SPECTACULAR! at Drexler's
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 19, 2019

Word up HO HO HO's! It's that time of year again where we UG! It for Xmas! Come party with NYC's funniest as we get drunk off that nog & tear up the night! You KNOW we're gonna have tons of drink specials & hilarious yuletide guests, so screw Santa! Get your naughty on with us this Holiday Season & ...
SiriusXM Announces Year-End and Decade Specialty Programming Photo SiriusXM Announces Year-End and Decade Specialty Programming
by Kaitlin Milligan - December 17, 2019

SiriusXM announced today year-end and decade specialty programming across its music, talk and entertainment programming platforms as well as exclusive content only available on the SiriusXM app....
Tisha Campbell & Tichina Arnold Will Host the 2020 SOUL TRAIN AWARDS Photo Tisha Campbell & Tichina Arnold Will Host the 2020 SOUL TRAIN AWARDS
by Sarah Jae Leiber - November 11, 2020

Today BET announces the hosts and nominees for the '2020 SOUL TRAIN AWARDS' across 12 different categories....
EMMY and GRAMMY Award-Winning Producer Rikki Hughes will Executive Produce 2020 Bounc Photo EMMY and GRAMMY Award-Winning Producer Rikki Hughes will Executive Produce 2020 Bounce Trumpet Awards
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 15, 2019

Strategic Heights Media has been named the public relations agency of record for Rikki Hughes's entertainment production company, Magic Lemonade. Hughes is a veteran EMMY® and GRAMMY® Award-winning film producer of comedy specials, award and television shows, and independent features. She has secure...
bergenPAC Adds Four New Members To Board Of Trustees Photo bergenPAC Adds Four New Members To Board Of Trustees
by A.A. Cristi - August 16, 2022

Bergen Performing Arts Center has announced the addition of four new members to its Board of Trustees. Ray Chew, Vivian Scott Chew, Steven Goldstein, and Valerie Vainieri Huttle joined the board of bergenPAC at a critical time as the storied theater's $15 million Invest in the Arts Capital Campaign ...
Broadway Streaming Guide: Holiday Edition- Where to Watch Zoey's Extraordinary Christ Photo Broadway Streaming Guide: Holiday Edition- Where to Watch Zoey's Extraordinary Christmas & More New Releases!
by Michael Major - November 26, 2021

As we welcome the most wonderful time of the year, Broadway fans will have much to be joyful about as dozens of Broadway stars appear in holiday films throughout the season. From Annie Live to Zoey's Extraordinary Christmas, see where Broadway stars will be appearing this holiday season. Check out o...
Samuel L. Jackson to Receive Chairman's Award at 53rd NAACP Image Awards Photo Samuel L. Jackson to Receive Chairman's Award at 53rd NAACP Image Awards
by Michael Major - February 03, 2022

Samuel L. Jackson is one of the most respected actors in Hollywood. Jackson’s portrayal of ‘Jules’ in Quentin Tarantino’s “Pulp Fiction” made a mark on American cinema. In addition tO critical acclaim, he received Oscar and Golden Globe nominations, as well as a Best Supporting Actor award from the ...
Streaming Service and Digital Movie Theater Showcases Black And Brown Content Photo Streaming Service and Digital Movie Theater Showcases Black And Brown Content
by A.A. Cristi - August 20, 2020

A showcase for Black and Brown content, culture and creativity, ABFF PLAY is a new pay-per-view streaming service and digital movie theater platform from American Black Film Festival (ABFF) creator/producers Jeff and Nicole Friday, under the auspices of their newly formed company Streamland USA LLC....
BET Partners With Bishop TD Jakes To Bring Easter Service To Viewers Photo BET Partners With Bishop TD Jakes To Bring Easter Service To Viewers
by A.A. Cristi - April 10, 2020

Today, BET announces the “BET Presents: The Light, An Easter Production,” a special broadcast of Easter Service in partnership with the world-renowned worship center, The Potter's House. Premiering Sunday, April 12, at 10 AM ET/PT commercial-free on BET, the two-hour special will bring families an u...
Award-Winning Producer Jesse Collins Named Showrunner of the 2021 AMERICAN MUSIC AWAR Photo Award-Winning Producer Jesse Collins Named Showrunner of the 2021 AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS
by TV News Desk - July 12, 2021

Collins most recently was executive producer of the 2021 Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show and produced the 93rd Oscars® as well as the GRAMMY Awards®, for which he serves as co-executive producer....
Onyx Collective Expands Programming Team With Three New Executive Hires Photo Onyx Collective Expands Programming Team With Three New Executive Hires
by Michael Major - June 08, 2022

Former WME partner Holland is set as senior vice president of Scripted Series, along with seasoned producers Anil Kurian and Janice Park, who will both serve as vice presidents of Scripted Series. All three will report to Tara Duncan, president of Freeform and Onyx Collective....
Broadway Streaming Guide: Holiday Edition- Where to Watch Zoey's Extraordinary Christ Photo Broadway Streaming Guide: Holiday Edition- Where to Watch Zoey's Extraordinary Christmas & More New Releases!
by Michael Major - November 26, 2021

As we welcome the most wonderful time of the year, Broadway fans will have much to be joyful about as dozens of Broadway stars appear in holiday films throughout the season. From Annie Live to Zoey's Extraordinary Christmas, see where Broadway stars will be appearing this holiday season. Check out o...
93RD OSCARS Production Team Welcomes New Talent and Show Veterans Photo 93RD OSCARS Production Team Welcomes New Talent and Show Veterans
by Sarah Jae Leiber - March 24, 2021

Rob Paine has been associated with the Oscars telecast for more than 20 years and returns as supervising producer....
BET Awards 2021 Announces Official Nominations Photo BET Awards 2021 Announces Official Nominations
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 27, 2021

This year’s nominees reflect an abundance of creative expression and Black excellence across music, television, film, and sports. ...
VIDEO: Jon Batiste, Pentatonix & Diane Warren Release 'Sweet (Single Edit)' Music Vid Photo VIDEO: Jon Batiste, Pentatonix & Diane Warren Release 'Sweet (Single Edit)' Music Video
by Michael Major - September 07, 2022

Jon Batiste, Pentatonix and the iconic Grammy winning and 13-time Oscar nominated songwriter Diane Warren deliver the official music video for “Sweet (Single Edit)” (Di-Namic Records/BMG) directed by Matt Earl (Doja Cat, Carlos Santana, G-Eazy, Cordae) with music and lyrics by Diane Warren....
Walt Disney Television Alternative, the Newly Formed Unscripted Production Unit for W Photo Walt Disney Television Alternative, the Newly Formed Unscripted Production Unit for Walt Disney Television, Announces Key Executives
by Michael Major - June 29, 2022

Jill Chapman has been named vice president, Alternative Series and Content Planning; Alicia Martino joins as vice president, Alternative Series; and Mike Rosen will serve as vice president, Production. All three report to Tiffany Faigus, senior vice president, Unscripted and Alternative Entertainmen...
BWW Interview: Jason Breaux of FOX ON THE FAIRWAY at Theatre Baton Rouge Photo BWW Interview: Jason Breaux of FOX ON THE FAIRWAY at Theatre Baton Rouge
by Tara Bennett - February 26, 2020

Ken Ludwig's A FOX ON THE FAIRWAY a?' billed as a?oea charmingly madcap adventure about love, life, and man's eternal love affair with...golfa?? a?' opens Friday night at Theatre Baton Rouge....
Taraji P. Henson Named As Host For 2021 BET AWARDS Photo Taraji P. Henson Named As Host For 2021 BET AWARDS
by TV News Desk - June 14, 2021

Additionally, the “BET AWARDS” will be honoring Queen Latifah with this year’s Lifetime Achievement BET Award....
Ricky Kirshner and Glenn Weiss Discuss Creating the 2020 DNC and This Year's Virtual Photo Ricky Kirshner and Glenn Weiss Discuss Creating the 2020 DNC and This Year's Virtual Tony Broadcast
by Stephi Wild - August 24, 2020

Producer Ricky Kirshner and director Glenn Weiss, the team behind the Tony Awards, recently chatted with Variety about creating the 2020 Democratic National Convention....
Cody Renard Richard, Mj Rodriguez, Camille A. Brown & More Named to Kennedy Center Ne Photo Cody Renard Richard, Mj Rodriguez, Camille A. Brown & More Named to Kennedy Center Next 50
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 20, 2022

An elementary–aged rapper, an award–winning composer, and a dancer defying the stigmas of cerebral palsy, come together in the Kennedy Center Next 50, a new cultural leadership initiative....
LATINA CHRISTMAS SPECIAL to Return to SoHo Playhouse in December Photo LATINA CHRISTMAS SPECIAL to Return to SoHo Playhouse in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 25, 2022

If you missed it last time, here’s your chance: Latina Christmas Special, an American comedy of Latina proportions, will return to New York City for a limited seven-performance run filled with laughs, more laughs, music and escándalo (scandal). Performances take place December 7 through December 11 ...
World Premiere of A TRANSPARENT MUSICAL, 1776 National Tour & More Announced for Cent Photo World Premiere of A TRANSPARENT MUSICAL, 1776 National Tour & More Announced for Center Theatre Group 2022-2023 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 23, 2022

Programming has been announced for the 2022/2023 season at the Ahmanson Theatre and Mark Taper Forum. Find out all of the shows in the season, how to get tickets & more. ...




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