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Allison Janney, Judy Kaye and More Join American Heart Association's Go Red For Women
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 30, 2013


The American Heart Association's Go Red For Women is asking America to go RED in celebration of the 10th National Wear Red Day on February 1, 2013. For 10 years, women have been fighting heart disease - the No. 1 killer of women - both individually and together as part of the Go Red For Women movement. To date, more than 627,000 women's lives have been saved, but the fight is far from over. Women need the right information, education and care, in order to treat, prevent, and even end heart disease.

Allison Janney Signs on for Chuck Lorre Comedy Pilot MOM
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 28, 2013


Deadline reports that Allison Janney has signed on to star in MOM, Chuck Lorre's upcoming comedy pilot for CBS. The actress will join previously announced cast member Anna Farris.

THE CHESS LESSON Adds 1/27 Performance
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 21, 2013


Due to popular demand, Slightly Altered States Theater Company announces the additional performance of World Premiere of THE CHESS LESSON, an absurdist comedy by Sari Caine, a chess champion and teacher. The added performance will take place on Sunday, January 27 at 9pm at IRT Theater.

Adam Brody to Guest Star on Showtime's HOUSE OF LIES Tonight
by TV News Desk - Jan 13, 2013


Noted actor Adam Brody (The O.C.) will guest star in two episodes of the upcoming second season of the hit SHOWTIME comedy series, HOUSE OF LIES.

Photo Flash: Slightly Altered States Opens THE CHESS LESSON
by BWW News Desk - Jan 11, 2013


Slightly Altered States Theater Company presents the World Premiere of THE CHESS LESSON, an absurdist comedy by Sari Caine, a chess champion and teacher. Directed by ElizaBeth Miller, previews began January 4 at IRT Theater. Opening is slated for tonight, January 11. Get a first look at the production in the photos below!

Photo Flash: First Look at Slightly Altered States' THE CHESS LESSON
by BWW News Desk - Jan 9, 2013


Slightly Altered States Theater Company presents the World Premiere of THE CHESS LESSON, an absurdist comedy by Sari Caine, a chess champion and teacher. Directed by Elizabeth Miller, previews began January 4 at IRT Theater. Opening is slated for January 11. Get a first look at the production in the photos below!

Chris Colfer's STRUCK BY LIGHTNING Premieres in Theaters Today
by Movies News Desk - Jan 6, 2013


Tribeca Film, in a partnership with Emerging Pictures, will be bringing Glee star, Chris Colfer's film debut, Struck by Lightning, to theaters nationwide for a one night only special interactive Q&A screening. This special theatrical event will be hosted by cinemas across the country today, January 6th, the same night as the film's red carpet premiere. Fans all over the U.S. will be virtually united and given the unique chance to see the high school comedy in theaters before its January 11th release date.

Adam Brody to Guest Star on Showtime's HOUSE OF LIES, 1/13
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 31, 2012


Noted actor Adam Brody (The O.C.) will guest star in two episodes of the upcoming second season of the hit SHOWTIME comedy series, HOUSE OF LIES.

Video Trailer: STRUCK BY LIGHTENING
by Robert Diamond - Dec 19, 2012


In addition to starring in the movie, Colfer also wrote the screenplay for the film, which had its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival and was met with a standing ovation. Directed with awareness and exuberance by Brian Dannelly (Saved!), the highly anticipated film also stars Allison Janney, Polly Bergen, Rebel Wilson, Christina Hendricks, Dermot Mulroney, SARAH HYLANd and Angela Kinsey.

Hot Clip: Chris Colfer's STRUCK BY LIGHTENING - On Demand Now!
by Robert Diamond - Dec 19, 2012


Struck By Lightning will be available on demand starting December 19, 2012 through a variety of video-on-demand offerings, as well as iTunes, Amazon Watch Instantly, VUDU, and many more. Check out a new clip from the film!

Chris Colfer's STRUCK BY LIGHTNING Premiere Event Set for 1/6 in Theaters
by Kelsey Denette - Dec 18, 2012


Tribeca Film, in a partnership with Emerging Pictures, will be bringing Glee star, Chris Colfer's film debut, Struck by Lightning, to theaters nationwide for a one night only special interactive Q&A screening. This special theatrical event will be hosted by cinemas across the country Sunday, January 6th, the same night as the film's red carpet premiere. Fans all over the U.S. will be virtually united and given the unique chance to see the high school comedy in theaters before its January 11th release date. Colfer will participate remotely from the LA premiere for a live and interactive webcast Q&A at the conclusion of the film. Viewers will have the opportunity to ask questions via social media. A full list of participating theaters can be found at http://www.tribecafilm.com/struckbylightning. Struck By Lightning will also be available on demand starting December 19, 2012 through a variety of video-on-demand offerings, as well as iTunes, Amazon Watch Instantly, VUDU, and many more.

Adam Brody to Guest Star on Showtime's HOUSE OF LIES
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 13, 2012


Noted actor Adam Brody (The O.C.) will guest star in two episodes of the upcoming second season of the hit SHOWTIME comedy series, HOUSE OF LIES. Brody will play the owner of an adult toy company who forms a relationship with Jeannie (Kristen Bell). The series, which stars and is executive produced by Don Cheadle in his Emmy Award-nominated role, returns on Sunday, January 13th at 10:00 PM ET/PT on SHOWTIME. HOUSE OF LIES also stars Ben Schwartz, Josh Lawson, Dawn Olivieri, Donis Leonard Jr. and Glynn Turman. Brody joins previously announced guest stars Larenz Tate, Nia Long and Lisa Edelstein.

KILL YOUR DARLINGS Among Films to Be Screened at Sundance Festival USA
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 11, 2012


Yesterday, the Sundance Institute announced the films from next year's Film Festival that will have a special screening in ten independent theaters across the United States. The screening will take place on January 31, 2013 as part of 'Sundance Film Festival USA.

Absurdist Comedy Premieres THE CHESS LESSON, Beginning 1/4 at IRT Theater
by Kelsey Denette - Dec 4, 2012


Slightly Altered States Theater Company presents the World Premiere of THE CHESS LESSON, an absurdist comedy by Sari Caine, a chess champion and teacher. Directed by Elizabeth Miller, previews begin January 4 at IRT Theater. Opening is slated for January 11.

LOVELACE, jOBS, & More Added to 2013 Sundance Film Festival Lineup
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 3, 2012


Sundance Institute announced today the films selected to screen in the out-of-competition Premieres and Documentary Premieres sections of the 2013 Sundance Film Festival, January 17-27 in Park City, Salt Lake City, Ogden and Sundance, Utah.

AFTERNOON DELIGHT Among Line-Up for 2013 Sundance Film Festival
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 29, 2012


The Line-Up has been announced for the 2013 Sundance Film Festival which will be held in Utah this January. The event marks the Festival's 29th year. This year, 113 feature-length films representing 32 countries will be presented.

2013 Sundance Film Festival Announces Lineup for U.S. & World Competitions
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 28, 2012


Sundance Institute announced today the films selected for the U.S. and World Cinema Dramatic and Documentary Competitions and the out-of-competition NEXT <=> section of the 2013 Sundance Film Festival, January 17-27 in Park City, Salt Lake City, Ogden and Sundance, Utah.

Giving Tuesday Offers Charitable Way to Gift, Nov 27
by BWW News Desk - Nov 26, 2012


Observed for the first time this year, Giving Tuesday is a charitable alternative to the excess of the holiday season, where presents can change lives instead of simply changing hands.

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