Ed Sullivan News

The host turned to Twitter yesterday to announce that his first guest on the show will be Hollywood A-lister George Clooney.

Today we celebrate this week's hot news of the forthcoming West End revival of Broadway classic FUNNY GIRL!

Stephen Colbert is a featured in an all-new series of promos for his upcoming late night hosting gig on CBS. Check them out below

This August and September, 54 BELOW presents an exciting lineup of the brightest talent from Broadway and beyond. Located just below the legendary Studio 54 at 254 West 54th Street. For a detailed schedule of upcoming performances at 54 Below and to purchase tickets, visitwww.54Below.com. 

What was it like growing up in the hippy generation? Take a hilarious look as the author weaves his own experiences as they played out in the fabulous '50s all the way through the tumultuous swinging '60s. Discover the real meaning of flower power and 'make love not war', as the Fab Four Beatles conquered America.

One of Greater Boston's most beloved traditions, Commonwealth Shakespeare Company's 'Free Shakespeare On The Common' continues its 20th season with William Shakespeare's King Lear with celebrated Boston actor Will Lyman in the title role. Scroll down for a first look at the star onstage!

This fall, THIRTEEN's American Masters presents Althea, premiering nationwide Friday, September 4, 2015 at 9 p.m. on PBS (check local listings) during the U.S. Open.

Possum Point Players' youth affiliate, Possum Juniors are singing and dancing their way toward opening night of their production of the Tony Award winning musical, 'Bye, Bye Birdie.' Production dates for the family-friendly show are July 23, 24, 25 and 26. Today, Friday and Saturday shows are at 7:30 P.M.; Sunday matinee at 2 P.M. Possum Hall is at 441Old Laurel Highway, Georgetown. Tickets are $15 for adults, and $12 for children and senior citizens. Seating is general admission, to purchase tickets, go to possumpointplayers.org or call 302-856-4560.

With a new, ongoing exhibition series called The Television Project, the Jewish Museum will introduce visitors to a dynamic part of its collection: the National Jewish Archive of Broadcasting (NJAB), the largest and most comprehensive body of broadcast materials on 20th century Jewish culture in the United States. The inaugural exhibition, The Television Project: Picturing a People, on view at the Jewish Museum from September 25, 2015 through February 14, 2016, will feature artistically significant program excerpts celebrating the brilliance of writing, directing, performance, and production in American television, as well as related works of art, artifacts, and ephemera. Picturing a People will include clips from the following programs: The Ed Sullivan Show, Northern Exposure, The Twilight Zone, The Goldbergs, The Simpsons, My Name is Barbra, and Eichmann Trial Coverage (ABC News).

Instead of eating lunch at your desk alone, eat lunch at your desk alone with Stephen Colbert!

One of the vocal architects to emerge in the 'Golden Age of Rock and Roll,' Little Anthony, (Little Anthony & The Imperials), will be hitting the media circuit in New York City July 22 through July 24 to reveal his new memoir, Little Anthony: My Journey - My Destiny.

Stephen Colbert decided to use his free time to have a debate with famed scientist Neil deGrasse Tyson over what Pluto's status should actually be.

The Hispanic Organization of Latin Actors announces the passing of HOLA Awardee and legendary performer, writer and poet, Anita Velez-Mitchell (February 21,1916 - July 10, 2015) who was born in Vieques, Puerto Rico and came to NYC when she was 12.

It was a time of big cars, crewcuts, The Ed Sullivan Show, and beautiful music. On February 9th, 1964, a semi-professional harmony group from eastern Pennsylvania was on their way to their first big gig at the airport Hilton Cocktail Bar. While driving in their cherry-red 1954 Mercury convertible, they were rehearsing their finale when they were slammed broadside by a school bus filled with eager Catholic teens from Our Lady of Harrisburg. The teens were on their way to witness the Beatles make their U.S. television debut on the Ed Sullivan Show, and miraculously escaped uninjured. The harmony group, however, was killed instantly.

Possum Point Players' youth affiliate, Possum Juniors are singing and dancing their way toward opening night of their production of the Tony Award winning musical, "Bye, Bye Birdie." Production dates for the family-friendly show are July 23, 24, 25 and 26. Thursday, Friday and Saturday shows are at 7:30 P.M.; Sunday matinee at 2 P.M. Possum Hall is at 441Old Laurel Highway, Georgetown. Tickets are $15 for adults, and $12 for children and senior citizens. Seating is general admission, to purchase tickets, go to possumpointplayers.org or call 302-856-4560.

As 2015 continues to unfold Robert Miller, leader, bassist and composer for Project Grand Slam (PGS) have exciting plans in the works.  First up is today's single release of New York City Groove featuring the robust pipes of 2013 The Voice semi-finalist Kat Robichaud.  "This song was created as a kind of love letter to my NYC home, with a true NYC vibe." says Miller

Grammy Award-winning jazz and pop singer Jack Jones will perform his timeless hits at the Suncoast Showroom on Aug. 22 and 23.

Every so often a musical comes along that is just pure fun. In a humorous imitation of the likes of Elvis Presley and his fan girls, "Bye, Bye Birdie" became just such a production, followed by two film versions and earning a place in pop culture with well-known songs like "The Telephone Hour" and "Put on a Happy Face." Sacramento Music Circus adds to the entertainment this week with colorful costumes, authentic set pieces and a decked out cast.