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HBO Sports and WWE Present 'Andre the Giant' Documentary Exploring His Extraordinary Life and Career, 4/10
by Tori Hartshorn - Mar 29, 2018


HBO Sports and WWE (NYSE: WWE) will present a JMH FILMS production in association with Ringer Films when ANDRE THE GIANT, a documentary examining the life and career of one of the most beloved legends in WWE history, premieres TUESDAY, APRIL 10 (10:00-11:25 p.m. ET/PT), exclusively on HBO.

What's In A Name? The New Phoenix Theatre Needs One
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2018


Philanthropists and corporate sponsors have embraced the growing national trend of entering into naming rights agreements - from stadiums to office towers.

Watch New Trailer for HBO's Upcoming Andre the Giant Documentary
by Tori Hartshorn - Mar 9, 2018


HBO Sports, WWE, and the Bill Simmons Media Group present Andre The Giant, a documentary that looks into the life and career of one of the most beloved figures in wrestling history. Andre the Giant premieres April 10 on HBO. Check out the trailer below!

VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for HBO's Upcoming Andre the Giant Documentary
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2018


Andre the Giant was literally the biggest celebrity in the world. HBO Sports, WWE, and the Bill Simmons Media Group present Andre The Giant, a documentary examining the life and career of one of the most beloved figures in wrestling history. Andre the Giant premieres April 10 on HBO. Check out the trailer below!

World Premiere of HALFTIME WITH DON Rolls Through Phoenix Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2018


National New Play Network, the country's alliance of nonprofit theaters that champions the development, production, and continued life of new plays, celebrates the continuation of the Rolling World Premiere Halftime with Don by Ken Weitzman at Phoenix Theatre. The play will receive a total of three distinct NNPN RWP productions, rolling through Core Members New Jersey Repertory Company (Long Branch; June 24-July 30, 2017), Phoenix Theatre (Indianapolis, IN; October 25-November 19, 2017), and B Street Theatre (Sacramento, CA; September 11-23, 2018). Halftime with Don was a finalist for the 2015 National Showcase of New Plays and is NNPN's 65th Rolling World Premiere.

Fulton Theatre Opens Agatha Christie's THE MOUSETRAP
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2018


The nationally regarded Fulton Theatre is proud to present the classic murder mystery Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap, January 16 through February 11. Check in to the Monkswell Manor and stay the night as murder is the name of the cruel game played with inside these walls.

Phoenix Theatre Presents Rolling World Premiere of HALFTIME WITH DON
by Julie Musbach - Dec 29, 2017


Phoenix Theatre of Indianapolis announces the Rolling World Premiere of Halftime with Don one of the last three productions before our move to the new facility on Illinois and Walnut Streets. Opening January 12, 2018 on the Frank and Katrina Basile Stage, this production runs through February 4th.

CMA Presents Industry Honors During Board Reception in Nashville
by Tori Hartshorn - Nov 30, 2017


The Country Music Association presented industry honors to four highly-deserving individuals Wednesday evening, Nov. 29 during an intimate CMA Board reception at the CMA Theater at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.

Mario Cantone to Appear as Anthony Scaramucci on Comedy Central's THE PRESIDENT SHOW Tonight
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 27, 2017


Ladies and gentleman of the press, breaking news, Mario Cantone is set to make his first appearance as the newly appointed White House Communications Director, Anthony Scaramucci, on tonight's all-new episode of THE PRESIDENT SHOW at 11:30 p.m. ET/PT on Comedy Central.

Comedy Central Announces Another Series Extension for THE PRESIDENT SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 25, 2017


Oh Boy Oh Boy! Comedy Central has extended THE PRESIDENT SHOW for an additional seven episodes for a total of 22 episodes, it was announced today by Kent Alterman, President, Comedy Central.

U.S. Premiere of 4000 DAYS Continues Through June 4 at Fulton Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2017


The nationally regarded Fulton Theatre concludes its 2016/2017 Ellen Arnold Groff Studio Series season with the emotionally powerful 4000 Days in the Tell Studio Theatre. The Peter Quilter drama runs through June 4.

Comedy Central Announces Series Extension for THE PRESIDENT SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - May 23, 2017


In a sweeping victory, Comedy Central has extended the inaugural season of THE PRESIDENT SHOW for an additional seven episodes, it was announced today by Kent Alterman, President, Comedy Central.

Comedy Central Premieres New Late Night Weekly Series THE PRESIDENT SHOW, Today
by BWW News Desk - Apr 27, 2017


Just like a certain chief executive in Washington, The President Show gleefully tosses out the rulebook of its predecessors. Created by Anthony Atamanuik who hosts as Donald J. Trump, and produced by Clone Wolf Productions and 3 Arts Entertainment, this weekly, topical series will air todays following The Daily Show with Trevor Noah.

Phoenix Theatre Breaks Ground for New Building
by BWW News Desk - Apr 13, 2017


Phoenix Theatre announces the Ground Breaking Ceremony for the construction of its new, state-of-the-art facility.  Details for the ceremony will follow at a later date.

Comedy Central Premieres New Late Night Weekly Series THE PRESIDENT SHOW, 4/27
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 3, 2017


Just like a certain chief executive in Washington, The President Show gleefully tosses out the rulebook of its predecessors. Created by Anthony Atamanuik who hosts as Donald J. Trump, and produced by Clone Wolf Productions and 3 Arts Entertainment, this weekly, topical series will air on Thursdays following The Daily Show with Trevor Noah.

Fulton Theatre Opens the Topical and Pulitzer Prize-Winning DISGRACED
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2017


The nationally regarded Fulton Theatre continues its 2016/2017 Ellen Arnold Groff Studio Series with the gripping Disgraced in the Tell Studio Theatre. The Ayad Akhtar drama runs through March 12 with #FridayNightConversations after each Friday Night performance.

Phoenix Theatre Stages SEX WITH STRANGERS This Spring
by BWW News Desk - Feb 16, 2017


Phoenix Theatre of Indianapolis announces Sex with Strangers, opening tonight, February 16, 2017 on the Frank and Katrina Basile Stage. This production runs through April 9, 2017, with Bill Simmons serving as director.

New Documentary ANDRE THE GIANT to Debut on HBO
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 13, 2017


HBO Sports, WWE (NYSE:WWE) and the Bill Simmons Media Group will produce ANDRE THE GIANT, a documentary film examining the life and career of one of the most beloved legends in WWE history

STRANGER THINGS, HAMILTON'S AMERICA Among Nominees for 2017 PGA Awards
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 5, 2017


The Producers Guild of America has announced the nominations for the 2017 PGA Awards for television.

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