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truTV Receives First Ever Emmy Nomination for BILLY ON THE STREET
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 14, 2017


Turner's truTV celebrated a key milestone in its evolution today, receiving the comedy network's first-ever Emmy(R) Award nomination for the 69th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards. Pop culture powerhouse BILLY ON THE STREET, from creator and star Billy Eichner, received a nomination in the Outstanding Variety Sketch Series category.

Comedian John Oliver Joins Upcoming Disney Remake of THE LION KING
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 10, 2017


Today it was announced that comedian Jon Oliver would be joining the cast of the upcoming live-action remake of Disney's The Lion King in the role of Zazu.

Ben Rimalower Brings PATTI ISSUES to Feinstein's at the Nikko
by BWW News Desk - May 9, 2017


Celebrate the 2017 Tony Awards and seven-time nominee, musical theater diva Patti LuPone with Patti Issues, the acclaimed solo play from writer/performer Ben Rimalower performing at Feinstein's at the Nikko on Friday, June 9 (8 p.m.) and Saturday, June 10 (7 p.m.).

MTV to Host 2017 College Signing Day Featuring Former First Lady Michelle Obama
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 26, 2017


On Friday May 5th, MTV will host the 2017 College Signing Day featuring former First Lady Michelle Obama.

BWW Morning Brief April 26th, 2017 - BANDSTAND Opens and More!
by Jessica Khan - Apr 26, 2017


Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Today's big news: BANDSTAND, starring Laura Osnes and Corey Cott, opens tonight on Broadway!

Hakuna Matata! Disney's Live-Action LION KING Finds Its Timon & Pumbaa
by Movies News Desk - Apr 25, 2017


On the heels of today's announcement of the official release date for Disney's live-action remake of THE LION KING, The Wrap reports that comedic actors Billy Eichner and Seth Rogen are in final talks to play Simba's lovable sidekick duo, Timon and Pumbaa, respectively.

Itamar Moses, Isaac Oliver and More Set for DEAD DARLINGS: COMRADES EDITION at Judson Memorial Church
by BWW News Desk - Apr 6, 2017


Dead Darlings is back this month on April 12 for COMRADES Edition at Judson Memorial Church.

VIDEO: Billy Eichner Goes In Search of Kindness on SESAME STREET
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 29, 2017


Billy Eichner is in search of a little kindness and compassion. That's why he's come to one of the kindest streets in the world: SESAME STREET! Join Billy and his pal Cookie Monster as they spread a little kindness. Check out the video below!

Billy Eichner Joins Cast of FX's AMERICAN HORROR STORY Season 7
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 28, 2017


Billy Eichner, best known for his truTV series 'Billy on the Street' has signed on to the seventh season of FX's AMERICAN HORROR STORY.

John Cho Joins Cast of Hulu's DIFFICULT PEOPLE for Multi-Episode Story Arc
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 23, 2017


John Cho has been cast for a multi-episode arc in the third season of DIFFICULT PEOPLE as 'Todd.' '

Ben Rimalower's PATTI ISSUES to Return to NYC; Audible Recording Out Soon!
by BWW News Desk - Mar 15, 2017


After another successful return engagement earlier this year, Ben Rimalower will return with his acclaimed long-running solo plays, PATTI ISSUES (about his obsession with Broadway diva Patti LuPone and his relationship with his troubled gay father) and BAD WITH MONEY (about how an addiction to spending beyond his means has driven him to extreme lengths all his life) at The Duplex (61 Christopher Street at Seventh Avenue) for three Monday nights this season April 24, May 15 and June 12.

Courtney Antonioli Stages Stories from All-Girls Summer Camp in 18 DAYS. 48 GIRLS.
by BWW News Desk - Mar 4, 2017


Storyteller Courtney Antonioli presents '18 days. 48 girls.' featuring an hour of comedic, true stories from her time running an all-girls summer camp for five performances during the 2017 FRIGID Festival.

Review Roundup: SIGNIFICANT OTHER Opens on Broadway- All the Reviews!
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 2, 2017


Significant Other, the new American play by playwright Joshua Harmon (Bad Jews) and directed by Trip Cullman (Yen, Six Degrees of Separation), officially opens tonight, March 2, at The Booth Theatre (222 West 45th St.). 

VIDEO: First Look - truTV Presents President's Day Marathon of BILLY ON THE STREET: Political Comedy!
by BWW News Desk - Feb 20, 2017


truTV will celebrate President's Day with a special two-hour marathon of Billy on the Street, the popular variety sketch series created by and starring Billy Eichner and produced by Funny Or Die, the network announced today.

Courtney Antonioli Stages Stories from All-Girls Summer Camp in 18 DAYS. 48 GIRLS.
by BWW News Desk - Feb 18, 2017


Storyteller Courtney Antonioli presents '18 days. 48 girls.' featuring an hour of comedic, true stories from her time running an all-girls summer camp for five performances during the 2017 FRIGID Festival.

VIDEO: First Look - truTV Presents President's Day Marathon of BILLY ON THE STREET: Political Comedy!
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 15, 2017


truTV will celebrate President's Day with a special two-hour marathon of Billy on the Street, the popular variety sketch series created by and starring Billy Eichner and produced by Funny Or Die, the network announced today.

Courtney Antonioli Stages Stories from All-Girls Summer Camp in 18 DAYS. 48 GIRLS.
by BWW News Desk - Feb 14, 2017


Storyteller Courtney Antonioli presents '18 days. 48 girls.' featuring an hour of comedic, true stories from her time running an all-girls summer camp for five performances during the 2017 FRIGID Festival.

VIDEO: Check Out New Extended Trailer for New CARPOOL KARAOKE Series!
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 14, 2017


Below, check out the first teaser for the new CARPOOL KARAOKE series, coming soon to Apple Music, that debuted during last night's Grammys telecast. 

VIDEO: Billy Eichner & Stephen Colbert Talk to New Yorkers About Donald Trump
by - Jan 25, 2017


Just a few days into Trump's America, Billy Eichner hits the street with Emmy winner Stephen Colbert to ask New Yorkers what they'd like to say to President Donald Trump

Ben Rimalower Brings PATTI ISSUES and BAD WITH MONEY Back to NYC
by BWW News Desk - Jan 19, 2017


After two successful nights in 2016, Ben Rimalower will return with his acclaimed long-running solo plays, PATTI ISSUES (about his obsession with Broadway diva Patti LuPone and his relationship with his troubled gay father) and BAD WITH MONEY (about how an addiction to spending beyond his means has driven him to extreme lengths all his life).

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