Photo Flash: Sting, Hanks & More Receive 37th Annual KENNEDY CENTER HONORS
by BWW Special Coverage
- Dec 8, 2014
Singer Al Green; actor and filmmaker Tom Hanks; ballerina Patricia McBride; singer-songwriter Sting; and comedienne Lily Tomlin received honors for 2014 on THE 37TH ANNUAL KENNEDY CENTER HONORS, to be broadcast Tuesday, Dec. 30 (9:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. CBS has broadcast the special each year since its debut 37 years ago.
Candy Crowley to Depart CNN
by TV News Desk
- Dec 5, 2014
TheWrap revealed today that CNN political anchor Candy Crowley will be leaving CNN. No word yet on who will replace her after nearly three decades on the job.
Chita Rivera Coming to The Alden in McLean in February
by Tyler Peterson
- Dec 5, 2014
Come celebrate the one and only Broadway legend CHITA RIVERA in a unique solo concert event celebrating her 80th Birthday, coming to The Alden in McLean for one night only on Tuesday, Feb. 24 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets and more information at www.aldentheatre.org or 703-790-0123.
Smithsonian Castle to Display a 3-D Portrait of President Obama
by BWW News Desk
- Dec 3, 2014
The first presidential portraits created from 3-D scan data are now on display in the Smithsonian Castle. The portraits of President Barack Obama were created based on data collected by a Smithsonian-led team of 3-D digital imaging specialists and include a digital and 3-D printed bust and life mask. A new video released today by the White House details the behind-the-scenes process of scanning, creating and printing the historic portraits. The portraits will be on view in the Commons gallery of the Castle starting today, Dec. 2, through Dec. 31. The portraits were previously displayed at the White House Maker Faire June 18.
1812 Productions' Annual Political Comedy THIS IS THE WEEK THAT IS, 11/28-12/31
by BWW
News Desk
- Nov 28, 2014
1812 Productions is thrilled to present the ninth annual production of its smash political comedy This Is The Week That Is. This Is The Week That Is is a trademark 1812 production, presenting all the news that's fit to skewer. A stylistic marriage between The Carol Burnett Show and The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, This Is The Week That Is continues to keep Philadelphians up to speed on all things political by revealing the truth behind the headlines.
Photo Flash: Actress and Activist Marlo Thomas Receives 2014 Presidential Medal of Freedom
by BWW News Desk
- Nov 24, 2014
Today, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital National Outreach Director Marlo Thomas was presented with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian honor, during a special ceremony at the White House. With Ms. Thomas as its envoy to millions of supporters, St. Jude has become the global resource leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Scroll down for photos!
Stephen Sondheim, Meryl Streep and More Honored With 2014 Presidential Medal of Freedom Today
by BWW News Desk
- Nov 24, 2014
?President Barack Obama previously named nineteen recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the Nation's highest civilian honor, presented to individuals who have made especially meritorious contributions to the security or national interests of the United States, to world peace, or to cultural or other significant public or private endeavors. The awards will be presented at the White House today, November 24th.
VIDEO: Michael Che Gets Serious on SNL's Weekend Update
by Sally Henry Fuller
- Nov 23, 2014
On SNL's Weekend Update last night, Nov. 22, Michael Che had some angry words for Bill Cosby - "Pull your pants up!" - but admitted that he had some mixed feelings about TVLand pulling all the episodes of The Cosby Show. Check out the clip below!
VIDEO: SNL Parodies Schoolhouse Rock and Lawmaking
by Sally Henry Fuller
- Nov 23, 2014
Last night, Nov. 22, Cameron Diaz hosted SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE with musical guests Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars. Below, watch as SNL parodies Schoolhouse Rock, in which a bill (Kenan Thompson) and an executive order (Bobby Moynihan) explain how government really works with a little help from President Obama (Jay Pharaoh).
Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts Presents Black Violin Today
by BWW News Desk
- Nov 22, 2014
Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts at Brooklyn College continues its 60th Anniversary Season today, November 22, 2014 at 2pm with Black Violin. Three-time winners of Amateur Night at the Apollo, this classically trained violin duo inspires young people to get fired up about classical music with their unique fusion of classical, hip-hop, jazz, blues, and R&B. Recommended for ages eight and up.
Steven Tyler, Queen Latifah & More Set for Nobel Peace Prize Concert in December
by Tyler Peterson
- Nov 21, 2014
Nobel Peace Prize Concert organizers announced today that iconic songwriter and prolific singer Steven Tyler, hip-hop star Queen Latifah, Bollywood sensation Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, British soul singer Laura Mvula, Norway's Gabrielle, the inspirational Girls of The World, and a sparkling Bollywood number will entertain audiences at the Nobel Peace Prize Concert on December 11th in the Oslo Spektrum arena. It was announced earlier that the Concert will be hosted by Queen Latifah.
Telemundo to Air President Obama's Immigration Speech Tomorrow
by Tyler Peterson
- Nov 19, 2014
Telemundo announced that it will broadcast President Barack Obama's speech to the nation in which he is expected to issue an executive order on immigration, live from Washington, D.C. this Thursday, November 20 at 8 PM EST (7 PM Central, 5 PM Pacific).
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