Bill Bennett News

The new comedy by David Lindsay-Abaire receives its Arizona Premiere at The Fountain Hills Theater. 

Last night, the Writers Guild Awards were held, airing for just 90 minutes in two ceremonies held in New York and Los Angeles.

The good news of Fountain Hills Theater's production of PIPPIN, directed by Peter J. Hill, is that it serves well as fun family fare with a solid message. In a robust and celebratory finale, the entire ensemble gathers to remind us all that in the circus of life, it's the simple things that shine brightest. PIPPIN runs through May 5th in the Mainstage Theatre at Fountain Hills Theater in Fountain Hills, AZ.

Fountain Hills Theater announces the opening of the extra-ordinary musical by Stephen Schwartz (Wicked) Pippin. Pippin will play April 19 - May 5, 2019. Performances are Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30PM and Sundays at 2PM. Individual tickets are $30.00 for Adults and $12.00 for Youth 17 and under.

The Academy Color Encoding System (ACES), Stephen Pizzello and Bill Bennett, ASC are the recipients of Honorary Awards (ICG, IATSE Local 600) announced Steven Poster ASC, ICG's IATSE Local 600 National President. The awards were presented at the launch of the Emerging Cinematographer Awards (ECA's) celebration on Friday, Sept 22 at the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) Clubhouse in Los Angeles.

NORTH HATLEY, Quebec and CAMBRIDGE, Ontario,, Sept. 28, 2016 /PRNewswire/ For the first time, the hospitality experts at Relais & Chteaux are sharing their secrets for creating unforgettable celebrations at home. The Art of Entertaining Relais & Chteaux: Menus, Flowers, Table Settings, and More for Memorable Celebrations (Rizzoli, September 27, 2016) features recipes, table settings and more, mixed in with lush photos and fascinating peeks into the rich history of the distinguished Relais and Chteaux collection of fine independent hotels and restaurants.

Winners of the 30th American Society of Cinematographers Awards were announced yesterday in Los Angeles. The awards salute stellar work in theatrical features, television projects and student films

Peter J. Hill rocks and rolls with a punchy and spirited production of Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story, featuring Jack Lambert's flawless performance as the legendary singing idol, now on Fountain Hills Theater's Mainstage through August 16th.

Deadline.com reports that Toni Collette and Dev Patel will join the cast of director Bill Bennett's upcoming film DEFIANT.

The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to New York. The latest on the big musicals in Aurora, Oakbrook, Munster and Lincolnshire, two retro-60s jukebox shows, season announcements from Porchlight, Boho, Chicago Shakes and Court, plus the Light Opera Works gala!

The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. Darren Criss live in concert, Adam Pascal/Anthony Rapp, 'Sweeney Tod' with Gregg Edelman, 'The Student Prince,' new works at House and the Old Town School, more....

Broadway's Matt Zarley recently recorded the 80s iconic Pat Benatar hit 'We Belong' as a charity single to benefit The Trevor Project available today, February 14th. The main version was produced by Matt's longtime collaborator, Grammy and Emmy winning producer/engineer, Andy Zulla (Kelly Clarkson, Kelly Rowland, Rod Stewart, Backstreet Boys). The 2-song download includes the 'pop' version and the Remix by DJ Bill Bennett & Pete Masitti.

Windy City Media Group along with Miller Lite and Skyy Vodka present the seventh annual Windy City Gay Idol Finals at Sidetrack, 3349 N. Halsted on Sat., June 13 with doors opening at 1pm and the show starting at 4pm. Singers Jason Antone and Suzanne Palmer will also perform at the finals.

Windy City Media Group along with Miller Lite and Skyy Vodka present the seventh annual Windy City Gay Idol Finals at Sidetrack, 3349 N. Halsted on Sat., June 13 with doors opening at 1pm and the show starting at 4pm. Singers Jason Antone and Suzanne Palmer will also perform at the finals.