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Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of OH, MARY!
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 12, 2024


Check out photos from inside opening night of The world premiere of Oh, Mary!, which is now running at the Lucille Lortel Theatre.

PHANTASMAGORIA to Have Staged Reading at The Tank
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 11, 2024


PHANTASMAGORIA, a spooky new play by Jack Horton Gilbert, will premiere at The Tank on February 12th as part of their Moonlight Series. Learn more about the staged reading here!

Judith Light Wins Peacock Their First Primetime Emmy For POKER FACE
by Michael Major - Jan 8, 2024


Peacock won its first-ever Primetime Emmy Award tonight with Judith Light winning Outstanding Guest Actress In A Comedy Series for her role as Irene Smothers in POKER FACE's “Time of the Monkey.” The award was presented at tonight's Creative Arts Emmy Awards ceremony, and this is Light's first-ever Primetime Emmy Award win.

THE PEOPLE'S JOKER Picked Up By Altered Innocence For North America Release
by Michael Major - Dec 20, 2023


THE PEOPLE’S JOKER, a queer coming-of-age parody, has been picked up by Altered Innocence for North America. Drew directed, edited, co-wrote, and stars in the queer coming-of-age superhero world parody that reimagines the Joker's origin, with IFC Center in NYC opening the film on April 5th and additional markets and engagements to be announced.

Natasha Lyonne-Directed Jacqueline Novak Comedy Special Coming to Netflix
by Michael Major - Dec 7, 2023


A word-of-mouth sensation Off-Broadway, directed for the stage by John Early, the show first took off in 2019, where audience members showed for repeat viewings across multiple sold-out runs. A Time's Critic's Pick, the show earned Jacqueline a Drama Desk nomination for Outstanding Solo Performance.

Tickets to Comedian Kate Berlant's KATE at Pasadena Playhouse on Sale Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2023


Tickets are now on sale for KATE, comedian Kate Berlant’s hit show direct from New York, at Pasadena Playhouse.

Ars Nova Partners with Julio Torres To Identify, Develop, & Commission New Comedy
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 29, 2023


To celebrate this partnership, Torres will return to Ars Nova on Oct 26 to host SHOWGASM. Get more information about the event here!

Kate Berlant Makes Her Return To London's Soho Theatre With Her One-woman Show KATE Originally Directed By Bo Burnham
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 20, 2023


Kate Berlant is making her eagerly-awaited return to the London stage with her one-woman show Kate, originally directed by Bo Burnham.

Current Joys Share New Single 'CIGARETTES'
by Michael Major - Jul 19, 2023


The video was directed by Nick Rattigan alongside director of photography, Leia Jospe (How To With John Wilson, John Early: Now More Than Ever), who shot the video in one continuous take on Santa Monica Beach. Current Joys will be hosting an take-over of Baby’s All Right in New York on July 26th, featuring LOVE + POP collaborator Brutus VIII.

David Cale, Les Waters, Ryan J. Haddad & More to Take Part in Berkeley Rep's 2023 Ground Floor Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2023


Get a glimpse into the future of theater as Berkeley Rep announces the talented participants joining The Ground Floor program for 2023. From emerging artists to rising stars, explore the innovative works and fresh voices shaping the industry.

NYC Comedy Crosses The Pond To Take Centre Stage At Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2023 With THE TEMP
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2023


Edinburgh Fringe Festival is set to host a hilarious satirical solo play, The Temp, at the renowned Gilded Balloon - Patter Hoose - Snug venue from August 2nd to 12th and 14th to 27th at 13:40.

Max Celebrates Pride Month in June With Partnerships, Events, and Programming Highlighting LGBTQ+ Voices
by Michael Major - Jun 1, 2023


June will see a design refresh for the spotlight page with an Ultimate Pride celebration, Essential Pride Month Watchlist, and more, promoting both new and iconic content from Max’s deep library of authentic queer storytelling including Trixie Motel, I Am Jazz, Our Flag Means Death, Nate & Jeremiah Home Project, 90 Day Fiancé: Love In Paradise.

JOHN EARLY: NOW MORE THAN EVER to Debut on HBO Max in June
by Michael Major - Apr 10, 2023


In his first HBO comedy special, John Early brings his blend of commentary, pop star swagger, and all-around loveable hilarity to Roulette Intermedium in Brooklyn, New York. In the style of a gritty 70s rockumentary, Early performs stand-up and explosive song covers from Britney to Neil Young, intercut with Spinal Tap-esque backstage sketches.

Sheryl Lee Ralph, Daniel Radcliffe & More Win Critics Choice Awards
by Michael Major - Jan 17, 2023


Sheryl Lee Ralph, Daniel Radcliffe, Brendan Fraser, Jean Smart, Amanda Seyfried, Jennifer Coolidge, and more were among the winners of Critics Choice Awards. The ceremony was hosted by Chelsea Handler. Check out the list of winners now!

Kate Berlant's KATE Returns Off-Broadway at The Connelly Theatre Tonight
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 19, 2022


KATE, the one-woman show from comedian Kate Berlant and directed by Bo Burnham, will make its highly-anticipated return to NYC tonight, beginning an eight-week encore engagement at the Connelly Theatre.

The 7th Annual UNCLE FUNCTION CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR is Coming to Asylum NYC This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 13, 2022


The Uncle Function 7th Annual Christmas Spectacular will take place Saturday, December 17th, 2022 at 7:30pm at Asylum NYC - 307 W 26th Street. This will be their last show at Asylum NYC before the historic venue closes at the end of this month.

Audra McDonald, Renée Elise Goldsberry & More Nominated For TV Critics Choice Awards
by Michael Major - Dec 6, 2022


Audra McDonald, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Christine Baranski, Daniel Radcliffe, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Carol Burnett, John Lithgow, Andrew Garfield, Samuel L. Jackson, Annie Potts, James Marsden, Chris Perfetti, and more have been nominated for TV Critics Choice Awards.

Kate Berlant's One Woman Show KATE, Directed by Bo Burnham, to Return Off-Broadway in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2022


KATE, the one-woman show from comedian Kate Berlant and directed by Bo Burnham, will return with an encore eight-week engagement this winter following its buzzy, sold-out premiere run. The strictly-limited return engagement will begin performances at the Connelly Theater on December 18, 2022, playing through February 10, 2023.

The Academy Museum to Celebrate First Anniversary With THE WIZ Screening
by Michael Major - Sep 27, 2022


Director Sidney Lumet followed a string of Oscar®-winning 1970s classics with this lavish adaptation of the popular Broadway musical The Wiz, noted for its lively score and all-Black cast.  The Academy Museum’s first anniversary screening of The Wiz will feature live dance performances by the Debbie Allen Dance Studio youth performers.

Audible and Broadway Video to Present New Slate of Star-Studded Scripted Comedy Podcasts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 9, 2022


Audible Inc. has announced a new slate of original comedy podcasts with longtime collaborators, Broadway Video Enterprises. In addition to new originals, Audible greenlit the second season of the hit Audible Original, Hot White Heist.

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