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Photo Coverage: JITNEY Celebrates Opening Night on Broadway!
by Walter McBride - Jan 20, 2017


The long-awaited Broadway debut of August Wilson's Jitney, directed by Tony Award winner Ruben Santiago-Hudson (The Piano Lesson, Seven Guitars, Gem of the Ocean), opened just last night at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). This production completes August Wilson's ten-play The American Century Cycle on Broadway.

Photo Coverage: On the Opening Night Red Carpet for JITNEY
by Walter McBride - Jan 20, 2017


The long-awaited Broadway debut of August Wilson's Jitney, directed by Tony Award winner Ruben Santiago-Hudson (The Piano Lesson, Seven Guitars, Gem of the Ocean), opened just last night at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). This production completes August Wilson's ten-play The American Century Cycle on Broadway.

BWW Interview: JITNEY's Anthony Chisholm Dives Into the Unknown
by Naomi Serviss - Jan 22, 2017


A mainstay of August Wilson's Pittsburgh 20th Century Cycle is back for another turn as Fielding, the desperate gypsy cab driver.

Robin Thicke to Honor Late Father at The NHL100, John Legend to Make Special Appearance
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 19, 2017


Academy Award and 10-time Grammy winner John Legend, and Grammy-nominated recording artists Robin Thicke and John Ondrasik of Five for Fighting will join host Jon Hamm, 2017 NHL® All-Star players and famous hockey fans for THE NHL100 presented by GEICO

Kevin Frazier & Nancy O'Dell to Host GRAMMY RED CARPET LIVE, 2/12
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 19, 2017


GRAMMY RED CARPET LIVE a special hosted by Kevin Frazier and Nancy O'Dell, will give viewers an insiders' view of all the pre-show excitement

John Legend, Carrie Underwood & More to Perform on 59TH ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS on CBS
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 18, 2017


The first round of performers for THE 59TH ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS® has been announced and includes 10-time GRAMMY winner John Legend, eight-time GRAMMY-winning band Metallica, and seven-time GRAMMY winner and current nominee Carrie Underwood with four-time GRAMMY winner and current two-time nominee Keith Urban.

Pacific Symphony Presents Michael Bolton For A Night Of Romantic Hits, 2/10-11
by Molly Tracy - Jan 17, 2017


Get ready for a wonderfully romantic and memorable evening when Pacific Symphony Pops welcomes the iconic, multi-Grammy-Award winning singer/songwriter-Michael Bolton-for a special Valentine's Day weekend celebration!

VIDEO: LA LA LAND's Emma Stone & Ryan Gosling Quizzed on Musical Film Knowledge!
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 16, 2017


Recently, Golden Globe Award winners Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone visited London's Magic Radio  to promote their hit movie musical, LA LA LAND. During the appearance, the duo was quizzed on their knowledge of iconic musical films.

Motion Picture Soundtrack to LA LA LAND Soars to No. 2 on Billboard Chart
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 16, 2017


Following its win for Best Score at the Golden Globe Awards earlier this month, Billboard reports that the Original Motion Picture Soundtrack to LA LA LAND has soared from No. 15 to No. 2 on the Billboard 200 chart

BET Networks Bids Farewell to Obamas with Special Tributes Throughout the Month
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 13, 2017


On November 4, 2008, the nation elected its first African-American president; an historic first celebrated around the world. During his two terms in office, on the world stage, Barack Obama worked to fulfill the promise so many of his supporters saw in him.

Fergie, DJ Khaled Set for 13th Annual ESPN The Party Event This February
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 12, 2017


ESPN will host its 13th annual ESPN The Party event Friday, Feb. 3 in Houston. In conjunction with the release of ESPN The Magazine's Super Bowl issue,

Confirmed! Ariana Grande & John Legend to Perform Title Track for Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 11, 2017


GRAMMY nominated and multi-platinum selling artist Ariana Grande and 10-time GRAMMY, Oscar®-winning and multi-platinum selling singer/songwriter/ musician John Legend are set to perform the Oscar and GRAMMY-winning duet "Beauty and the Beast" as the title track for Disney's upcoming soundtrack

Broadway AM Report, January 12, 2017 - OTHELLO, YEN and More!
by Jessica Khan - Jan 12, 2017


Today's big news: NYTW's starry OTHELLO puts on a benefit show tonight, and YEN - with Lucas Hedges and more - begins this evening at MCC Theater!

ABC to Air TAKING THE STAGE: AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSIC AND STORIES THAT CHANGED AMERICA, Today
by BWW News Desk - Jan 12, 2017


The Smithsonian's new National Museum of African American History and Culture opened its doors with an all-star tribute on ABC Television's TAKING THE STAGE: AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSIC AND STORIES THAT CHANGED AMERICA a two-hour program of music, dance and the spoken word on THURSDAY, JANUARY 12 (9:00–11:00 p.m. EST).

ABC to Air TAKING THE STAGE: African American Music & Stories That Changed America', Today
by BWW News Desk - Jan 12, 2017


The Smithsonian's new National Museum of African American History and Culture opened its doors with an all-star tribute on ABC Television's TAKING THE STAGE: AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSIC AND STORIES THAT CHANGED AMERICA a two-hour program of music, dance and the spoken word on THURSDAY, JANUARY 12 (9:00–11:00 p.m. EST).

Ariana Grande & John Legend to Perform Title Song for BEAUTY AND THE BEAST?
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 11, 2017


According to Hits Daily Double, Ariana Grande and John Legend will team up for an epic duet to be featured in Disney's highly-anticipated live-action BEAUTY AND THE BEAST.

Los productores de LA LA LAND plantean una versión teatral
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Jan 11, 2017


Segun el Hollywood Reporter, el viaje de LA LA LAND (La Ciudad de las Estrellas) podria continuar mas alla de la gran pantalla, saltando a los escenarios en una version de gira

Lionsgate Toys with Bringing LA LA LAND to the Stage with Touring Production
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 10, 2017


According to the Hollywood Reporter, LA LA LAND's journey might not end with the big screen. Motion Picture Group's Erik Feig revealed that Damien Chazelle's new throwback movie musical might eventually be turned into a touring stage show.

Drum Icon Kenny Aronoff to Join Buddy Rich Band at Catalina Jazz Club
by BWW News Desk - Jan 10, 2017


Multi award-winning drummer Kenny Aronoff will be featured with the Buddy Rich Band to celebrate Buddy Rich's genius and legacy kicking off the late icon's 100th birthday year.

Steve Harvey Returns to Apollo Theater for All-New One-Hour SHOWTIME AT THE APOLLO, 2/1
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 9, 2017


Emmy Award-winning personality Steve Harvey returns to host SHOWTIME AT THE APOLLO, a brand-new one-hour special and reimagining of the classic talent showcase series.

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