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NBC's new comedy 1600 Penn comes to the White House today, January 9 as President Obama will host the cast and crew at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue for a screening and reception for the series that premieres on Thursday, January 10 (9:30-10 p.m. ET).

Josh Gad, star of the new NBC comedy 1600 PENN, visited with JAY LENO last night and shared the exciting news that he would be flying to Washington DC to show two episodes of his new White House-themed sitcom to President Obama. Check out the appearance below!

In a new NBC promo entitled 'A Day in the Life: With Josh Gad', go behind the scenes with 1600 PENN star Josh Gad and the cast of the new comedy premiering Thursday, January 10th at 9:30/8:30c. In the video, Gad bumps into his Book of Mormon co-star, Tony nominee Rory O'Malley, who guest stars as 'a rule-abiding White House tour guide' on the show. Check it out below!

The cast and producers of NBC's newest comedy, 1600 Penn, will take questions on what it's like to be the first on-screen family of the White House at the National Press Club on Wednesday, January 9, at 12 noon in the First Amendment Lounge.

'Book of Mormon' star and Tony award nominee Josh Gad sat down to talk about his new NBC comedy 1600 PENN, premiering Thursday, January 10 (9:30-10 p.m. ET) on NBC. In the series, Gad portrays First Son Skip, described as 'one of the administration's biggest liabilities.' Check out the interview below!

NBC's live, 90-minute final performance episode of 'The Voice' airs tonight, Monday, December 17 (8-9:30 p.m.ET), and will be followed by a sneak preview of NBC's new comedy series 1600 PENN; (9:30-10 p.m. ET), starring Tony nominee Josh Gad.

NBC's new midseason comedy 1600 PENN is premiering Thursday, January 10 (9:30-10 p.m. ET) with a sneak preview airing Monday, December 17 (9:30-10 p.m. ET), following The Voice live final performance episode. Let's see what the critics have to say

As night comes quicker and cold sets in, getting into BC BEAT tonight, December 10th, 7pm sharp seems like the best thing going. Walking into Cielo's warmly lit interior with Declan Bennett spinning music as the evening's dancers and choreographers glide around the room conversing and playing on the dance floor, it's easy to order a hot toddy from the bar and say hello to old and new friends. BC BEAT has become a staple for the Broadway community. It's an access point to new work, new people, and an inspiring sense of possibility.

Six-time Oscar nominated and Emmy, Golden Globe and Tony Award-winning actress Glenn Close will be honored with the American Giving Awards Leadership Award for her philanthropic endeavors at the second annual AMERICAN GIVING AWARDS PRESENTED BY CHASE. Hosted by Joel McHale (NBC's "Community," "The Soup"), the AGAs will be broadcast on NBC tonight, December 8 (8-10 p.m. ET) from the Pasadena Civic Auditorium in Pasadena, Calif.

NBC's upcoming midseason comedy, 1600 PENN, isn't set to premiere until Jan. 19 - but the network has just released the show's promotional photos. Check them out below! The Gilchrists are an American family that deals with ordinary problems under extraordinary circumstances. Sure, we all make mistakes, but theirs just happen to make the evening news. They're loving, fun and a little crazy. In other words, just like everybody else. With one exception: they live in a very special house -- the White House.

Six-time Oscar nominated and Emmy, Golden Globe and Tony Award-winning actress Glenn Close will be honored with the American Giving Awards Leadership Award for her philanthropic endeavors at the second annual AMERICAN GIVING AWARDS PRESENTED BY CHASE.

Six-time Oscar nominated, Emmy, Golden Globe and Tony Award winning actress Glenn Close will be honored with the AGA Leadership Award for her philanthropic endeavors at the second annual American Giving Awards (AGAs) presented by Chase. Hosted by Joel McHale (NBC's 'Community,' 'The Soup'), the AGAs will air on Saturday, December 8 (8-10 p.m. ET) on NBC from the Pasadena Civic Auditorium in Pasadena, CA.

BC BEAT is a Broadway choreography showcase and dance party for curious people in the know. BC BEAT returns to Cielo (18 Little West 12th Street) on Monday December 10, 2012. With online ticket sales benefiting New York Cares Hurricane Sandy Relief Projects, tickets are now available.

NBC has released the first promo for its midseason comedy 1600 PENN starring Book of Mormon's Josh Gad. Described as 'Modern Family' meets 'The West Wing', the comedy is from executive producers Jason Winer ('Modern Family'), Gad and Jon Lovett (former White House speechwriter). The series will premiere on January 10 at 9:30/8:30c. Get a first look below!

According to ETonline, Universal Pictures has confirmed that actor Josh Gad will co-write the upcoming sequel to the 1980's comedy 'Twins.' The film, to be titled TRIPLETS, will see the return of original stars Eddie Murphy, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito.

NBC's THE VOICE will decisively declare a winner when the intense vocal competition series concludes its third season with a live two-hour finale on Tuesday, December 18 (9-11 p.m. ET). The finale also will be preceded with a live, 90-minute final performance episode of 'The Voice' on Monday, December 17 (8-9:30 p.m.ET) -- which will be followed by a sneak preview of NBC's new comedy series 1600 PENN; (9:30-10 p.m. ET).

NBC today announced changes to its 2013 primetime mid-season schedule highlighted by the premieres of three new series, including comedy '1600 Penn,' from one of the architects of 'Modern Family'; an intriguing drama 'Deception' (formerly 'Infamous'); and producer Eva Longoria's big reality relationship show 'Ready for Love.' In addition, several of the network's biggest hits will return, including 'Smash' (February 5), which this season will feature The second season of SMASH will include a growing list of high-profile guest stars, including Nikki Blonsky, Jesse L. Martin, Jeremy Jordan, Sean Hayes and Jennifer Hudson.

The new comedy 1600 PENN- starring Bill Pullman ('Independence Day'), Jenna Elfman ('Dharma and Greg') and Josh Gad (Broadway's 'The Book of Mormon') as a typical American family who just happen to live in the White House -- debuts on January 10 (9:30-10 p.m. ET).

Media At Large Productions has announced that it will present a unique revival of Tennessee Williams' IN THE BAR OF A TOKYO HOTEL. The play will run off-Broadway at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street) with previews beginning tonight, October 13th and continue until Sunday, October 28th. The production will have it's official opening on Wednesday, October 17th at 8PM. This distinctive revival, co-directed by Shashi Balooja and Maria Torres will be the first to incorporate live streaming video and dance. Maria Torres will also choreograph.

Media At Large Productions has announced that it will present a unique revival of Tennessee Williams' IN THE BAR OF A TOKYO HOTEL. The play will run off-Broadway at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street) with previews beginning on Saturday, October 13th and continue until Sunday, October 28th. The production will have it's official opening on Wednesday, October 17th at 8PM. This distinctive revival, co-directed by Shashi Balooja and Maria Torres will be the first to incorporate live streaming video and dance. Maria Torres will also choreograph.