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BACKSTREET BOYS: LARGER THAN LIFE Adds April 2017 Shows at Planet Hollywood
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2016


Due to an overwhelming demand for tickets to "Backstreet Boys: Larger Than Life" at The AXIS at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, eight additional shows in April 2017 have been announced and will go on sale earlier than expected. Fans will have another opportunity to get the best seats to see Backstreet Boys' headlining residency, as only a limited number of tickets are still available for the previously-announced shows.

Meghan Trainor & More to Perform at 2016 CMT ARTISTS OF THE YEAR
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 14, 2016


CMT today announced that Meghan Trainor, Jill Scott, pop star Zara Larsson and Little Big Town's Karen Fairchild will join the lineup of performers set to pay tribute to the 2016 CMT ARTISTS OF THE YEAR honorees when the special premieres Thursday, October 20

American Music Awards Nominees Announced!
by Ashlee Latimer - Oct 10, 2016


The American Music Awards, the world's biggest fan-voted award show, announced today the “2016 American Music Awards” nominees with recording artists Joe Jonas and Rachel Platten revealing six categories of nominees live on ABC's “Good Morning America.” Immediately following the broadcast, five additional categories were announced in real time exclusively via Snapchat (TheAMAs).  ABC News then livestreamed the remaining 17 categories and included a recap of all nominees in the 11 previously announced categories.  (See the full list of nominees below).  The “2016 American Music Awards” will broadcast live from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday, November 20 at 8:00pm ET on ABC.   

CMT to Honor Superstar Shania Twain with 'Artist of a Lifetime' Award
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 4, 2016


In honor of her indelible impact and achievements in country music, CMT announced today that country icon Shania Twain will be the first female to receive the prestigious "Artist of a Lifetime" award when CMT ARTISTS OF THE YEAR, premieres

BWW Preview: 2017 STARLIGHT PREVIEW at Starlight Theatre
by Alan Portner - Oct 4, 2016


An expanded 2017 Starlight Summer Broadway show series was announced last week by Starlight CEO Rich Baker at a star studded Sunday Brunch. Features included a five-show winter 'indoor' season preview, a nine-show 2017 Broadway season, and a special surprise performance by the touring stars of 'Jersey Boys.'

Party Motown Style MAGIC OF MOTOWN'S 10th Birthday
by Liz Cearns - Sep 22, 2016


???????The unstoppable Magic of Motown thrills its millionth music fan this year, embarking on a super-sensational nationwide tour that also honours the 50th anniversary of chart-topping single Reach Out I'll Be There. Revel in hit after hit as the incredible, all-new for 2016, theatrical treat with a huge cast marks 50 years of Reach Out and a decade of continuing the legend of solid-gold artistes the Supremes, Temptations, Jackson 5, Isley Brothers, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Lionel Richie and more.

NJPAC Presents Paul Anka- Friday, August 5th
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 1, 2016


New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) is proud to present Paul Anka one of the greatest songwriters in pop-music history with over seven decades of creating lifetime hits including 'In the Still of the Night,' 'Sincerely,' '(You're) Having My Baby,' 'Times of Your Life' and so much more.

Motown-Inspired Animated Series in the Works at Netflix
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 28, 2016


Netflix, Grace: A Storytelling Company (Grace) and Beyond International (Beyond) announced today that a new animated original series for kids based on the illustrious Motown catalog of songs is coming to Netflix

Netflix Announces Premiere Dates for BLACK MIRROR, GILMORE GIRLS & More
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 28, 2016


Netflix, the world's leading Internet TV network, today announced premiere dates for eight upcoming series that span documentary, drama and comedy, including: Chef's Table: France; Joe Swanberg's Easy; The Ranch; Lovesick (fka Scrotal Recall); Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life; Captive; Beat Bugs (S2); One Day at a Time; and Black Mirror.

Tickets on Sale Today for A Jew Grows in Brooklyn, Capitol Steps & More at bergenPAC
by BWW News Desk - Jul 8, 2016


New shows on sale this week at bergenPAC...

Tickets on Sale This Friday for A Jew Grows in Brooklyn, Capitol Steps & More at bergenPAC
by BWW News Desk - Jul 5, 2016


New shows on sale this week at bergenPAC...

Perez Hilton to Host DREAMGIRLS 35th Anniversary Event in Hollywood with Original Broadway Stars
by BWW News Desk - Jul 5, 2016


Perez Hilton has been set to host Broadway Under the Stars - Celebrating the 35th Anniversary of 'Dreamgirls' - on Sunday, July 10 at 8pm at the John Anson Ford Amphitheatre.

TEG and Dainty Group Join Forces; Become TEG-DAINTY
by Louisa Brady - Jul 3, 2016


TEG, one of the region's leading integrated ticketing, live content and touring companies, today announced the acquisition of Dainty Group to create TEG-DAINTY.

Old School Square in Delray Beach Sets 2016-17 Season
by BWW News Desk - Jun 24, 2016


Old School Square has served for over 25 years as the gathering place for Delray Beach, and the 2016-17 Season will launch a new era of arts and entertainment for all ages.

BWW Interview: James Backway on The Watermill's WATERSHIP DOWN
by Jenny Ell - Jun 17, 2016


Richard Adams' best-selling novel Watership Down is opening shortly at the picturesque Watermill Theatre; not far away from the location that inspired the well-loved story. Towards the end of the rehearsal period, BWW:UK speaks to James Backway who is playing Hazel in this stage adaptation. He was mostly recently seen in War Horse in the West End where he played Albert until the production closed.

Frankie Moreno to Welcome James Maslow to UNDER THE INFLUENCE at Planet Hollywood
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2016


Beloved Las Vegas entertainer and newest Strip headliner, Frankie Moreno welcomes James Maslow to the UNDER THE INFLUENCE stage for three nights at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, May 20-22. 

Jimmy Kimmel Extends Contract with ABC Through Fall 2019
by Tyler Peterson - May 17, 2016


ABC Network announced today a three-year contract renewal with Jimmy Kimmel through Fall 2019.

Paul Zerdin Celebrates MOUTHING OFF Opening Night at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino
by Louisa Brady - May 14, 2016


Last night (May 13, 2016), Season 10 winner of America's Got Talent, comedy ventriloquist Paul Zerdin celebrated the opening night performance of his first-ever headlining production on The Las Vegas Strip, MOUTHING OFF at the PH Showroom at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Featuring the belligerent Albert, precocious infant Baby, and sharp-tongued Sam, Zerdin and his trio of comical misfits were awarded with tremendous applause and a standing ovation at the conclusion of the 7 p.m. performance.

Marcus Center to Welcome The Manhattan Transfer and Take 6, 10/26
by Tyler Peterson - May 11, 2016


The Marcus Center Presents series, sponsored by Envoy Restaurant and Lounge, is excited to bring the two- mega groups, The Manhattan Transfer and Take 6, to the intimate Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall for The Summit Concert.  This one night only performance is on Wednesday, October 26 at 7:30 pm.  Tickets are $75 and go on sale on Friday, May 20 at 12:00 pm. Tickets can be purchased at the Marcus Center Box Office at 929 North Water Street, online at Ticketmaster.com or MarcusCenter.org or by phone at 414-273-7206. Group are available for 10 or more by calling Group Sales at 414-273-7121 x210.

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