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BET Celebrates Quincy Jones with New Music Special
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 27, 2018


BET Networks is set to premiere 'Q85: A Musical Celebration for Quincy Jones,' a star-studded evening that celebrates the life and legacy of the icon. The special was taped in September at the Microsoft Theater at L.A. Live in Los Angeles, and will premiere on BET Networks on Sunday, December 9, 2018 at 8:00PM ET.

Ella Mai, the New York City Ballet, Rob Thomas, and the Rockettes Added to CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 27, 2018


Ella Mai, the New York City Ballet's production of "George Balanchine's The Nutcracker," Rob Thomas and the Radio City Rockettes have been added to the list of spectacular performances slated for this year's "Christmas in Rockefeller Center®" telecast on Wednesday, Nov. 28 at 8-10 p.m. ET/PT. 

Cynthia Erivo Will Play The Hawaii Theatre Center
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2018


Cynthia Erivo will play The Hawaii Theatre Center next year! The Broadway superstar will present her solo show 'Ballads of Broadway' on March 16, 2019.

THE NUTCRACKER Returns to The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - Nov 23, 2018


A glorious holiday tradition returns to Worcester when The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts presents its annual production of Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker, Thanksgiving weekend, November 23 through November 25. Tickets are now on sale to members and go on sale to the public Tuesday, July 10 at 10 a.m.

VIDEO: Watch the Radio City Rockettes at the Thanksgiving Day Parade
by Robert Diamond - Nov 22, 2018


The Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes will run through January 1, 2019 at Radio City Music Hall and the Rockettes hit the Thanksgiving Day Parade to give a sneak peek at the new finale! 

VIDEO: Watch King Kong on the Thanksgiving Day Parade!
by Robert Diamond - Nov 22, 2018


Roar! Watch King Kong perform on this morning's Thanksgiving Day Parade!

VIDEO: Watch More Videos from Thanksgiving Day Parade's Opening Star - Luca Padovan
by Robert Diamond - Nov 22, 2018


Did you fall in love w/ Luca Padovan? One of Broadway's youngest talents who's appeared in Marvin's Room, School of Rock and Newsies on Broadway along w/ benefits and events galore and TV appearances on Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, YOU and more…

Amber Iman, Kristolyn Lloyd, Alysha Umphress Complete Lineup For BROADWAY SINGS JOHN LEGEND
by Julie Musbach - Nov 21, 2018


Broadway talents including Amber Iman (Hamilton), Kristolyn Lloyd (Dear Evan Hansen), and Alysha Umphress (American Idiot) complete the lineup for the next installment of the acclaimed Broadway Sings concert series, honoring singer-songwriter John Legend. Cast members from Broadway shows including Frozen, Wicked, Kinky Boots, and Mean Girls will sing completely new arrangements of the hits of the American singer, accompanied by a 14-piece orchestra playing original orchestrations of his music.

Darren Criss, Jane Lynch to Appear in A LEGENDARY CHRISTMAS WITH JOHN AND CHRISSY
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 20, 2018


NBC has announced a full line-up of special celebrity guests appearing in 'A Legendary Christmas with John and Chrissy,' an hourlong holiday special airing Wednesday, Nov. 28 at 10-11 p.m.; repeat Wednesday, Dec. 12 at 10 p.m.

Kelly Clarkson to Perform in the MACY'S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 20, 2018


The 92nd Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade® has added Kelly Clarkson, Grammy Award-winning artist and coach on NBC's “The Voice,” to its list of spectacular live performances on 34th Street.

G.O.O.D. Music Artist Malik Yusef Releases His Album
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 19, 2018


Six-time Grammy-winning artist, poet, super producer, songwriter and philanthropist Malik Yusef aka DJ GOOD Music the Angel, released his album titled Matte Blaque – The Ballad of an American Dope Boy: Caballo Bianco and highly anticipated tour dates.

Photo Flash: First Look at Just-Released Promo Art for NBC's HAIR LIVE!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 19, 2018


NBC's next live musical is 'Hair Live!,' the original rock musical that is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Stage director Diane Paulus, the Tony Award-winning director of Broadway's 2009 Best Revival of the musical written by James Rado, Gerome Ragni and Galt MacDermot will join Emmy Award-winning Alex Rudzinski, who will serve as live television director as he did for 'Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert.' 'Hair Live!' is set for broadcast on Sunday, May 19, 2019 before a live audience. Check out just-released promo art below!

The Norm Lewis Christmas Album Will Be Released This Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2018


Tony nominee Norm Lewis will release his Christmas album this month!

Juilliard Dance Presents New Dances: Edition 2018
by Julie Musbach - Nov 16, 2018


Juilliard Dance, under the leadership of Alicia Graf Mack, opens its season with New Dances: Edition 2018 featuring four world-premiere dances by innovative choreographers Marcus Jarrell Willis (whose dance features the first-year class); Nelly van Bommel (featuring the second-year class); Juilliard alumnus Peter Chu (featuring the third-year class); and Stefanie Batten Bland (featuring the fourth-year class). Each choreographer works with one of the classes for the semester creating the new work; all Juilliard's dancers participate in the New Dances program.

NBC to Ring in the Holidays with CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 15, 2018


The most wonderful time of the year kicks off with the annual lighting of New York City's famous tree on NBC's “Christmas in Rockefeller Center®” on Wednesday, Nov. 28 at 8-10 p.m. ET/PT. The evening will include festive performances by Diana Ross, Tony Bennett & Diana Krall, Brett Eldredge, Darci Lynne Farmer, Diana Krall, John Legend, Martina McBride, Pentatonix and Kellie Pickler, with a special appearance by Howie Mandel. Additional acts to be announced. NBC's “Today” anchors Hoda Kotb, Savannah Guthrie, Al Roker and Craig Melvin will co-host the highly anticipated holiday special.  

Before the Thanksgiving Day Parade Passes By... Who to Watch and Where!
by BWW Special - Nov 22, 2018


A spectacle like no other awaits millions as the 92nd annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, America's favorite tradition, kicks-off the holiday season. The MACY'S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE is the nation's biggest and most anticipated holiday celebration.

NBC Announces Slate of Holiday Specials
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 14, 2018


NBC, the undisputed television leader for holiday programming, once again has scheduled a robust slate of specials ranging from beloved perennials (including “Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade,” “It's a Wonderful Life,” “National Dog Show”) to telecast premieres (including “Timeless” finale, holiday edition of “America's Got Talent,” “Darci Lynne: My Hometown Christmas Special”) and everything in between.

Introducing GODLESS STUDIOS, An LA-Based Music Video Company
by Tori Hartshorn - Nov 13, 2018


Born out of the music talent management pedigree of its executive team. Los Angeles-based music video company GODLESS STUDIOS is the latest evolution of thriving commercial production partner and creative collective, Whitelist. The new studio helps its vanguard directors--Spencer Creigh, Lance Drake, Lauren Dunn, Cameron Dutra, Pasqual Gutierrez, Mishka Kornai, John Merizalde, Anthony Pham, Joe Sill and introducing Brooke Candy--produce music videos that are now crucial to the success of artists.

Cardi B, Chance the Rapper, and T.I. to Judge New Netflix Competition Series, RHYTHM + FLOW
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 13, 2018


Global superstars Cardi B, Chance the Rapper, and T.I. will search for the next breakout hip-hop star in Rhythm + Flow, Netflix's first music competition show set to debut in 2019.  

FULL FRONTAL WITH SAMANTHA BEE Presents 'Christmas on I.C.E.'
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 12, 2018


Catholic middle school graduate Samantha Bee and TBS are pleased to announce Full Frontal with Samantha Bee's holiday special 'Christmas on I.C.E.'! Christmas is a time for all families to be together. And so is every other day.

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