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OWN Announces June 2016 Programming Highlights
by Caryn Robbins - May 17, 2016

OWN: OPRAH WINFREY NETWORK has announced its June 2016 programming highlights.

Oscar Nominee Bruce Davison Joins Grey Ensemble Theatre's F*CK MY LIFE at Hollywood Fringe
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2016

Critically acclaimed actor Bruce Davison joins the cast of f**k MY LIFE, Grey Ensemble Theatre's inaugural production at this year's Hollywood Fringe Festival in a pre-recorded cameo as 'The Interviewer'.

Woodie King Jr.'s New Federal Theatre to Honor Novella Nelson and Melvin Van Peebles at 2016 Gala
by BWW News Desk - Apr 25, 2016

Woodie King Jr.'s New Federal Theatre (NFT) will hold a Gala Benefit on Sunday, June 26 from 2:00 to 5:30 PM at Trump Place, 220 Riverside Boulevard (enter West 70th Street) honoring Novella Nelson and Melvin Van Peebles, two of many actors and directors who have worked at NFT over the theatre's 46 year history.

Woodie King Jr.'s New Federal Theatre 2016 Gala to Honor Novella Nelson & Melvin Van Peebles
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 25, 2016

Woodie King Jr.'s New Federal Theatre (NFT) will hold a Gala Benefit on Sunday, June 26 from 2:00 to 5:30 PM at Trump Place, 220 Riverside Boulevard (enter West 70th Street) honoring Novella Nelson and Melvin Van Peebles, two of many actors and directors who have worked at NFT over the theatre's 46 year history.  Mr. Van Peebles will be introduced by Academy Award winner Estelle Parsons.  Ms. Nelson will be introduced by former Mayor David Dinkins.

Baseball Drama CURVEBALL Coming to DVD and Digital Video Today
by BWW News Desk - Apr 5, 2016

RLJ Entertainment (NASDAQ: RLJE) brings you CURVEBALL. The film is directed by Brandon Thaxton and stars Rockmond Dunbar ('The Mentalist'), Jean-Luc McMurtry, Lynn Whitfield ('How To Get Away With Murder'), E. Roger Mitchell (Selma), and Adam Aalderks (Ashby).

OWN Unveils First Look at New Original Drama Series GREENLEAF
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 16, 2016

OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network unveiled today a first look at its new original drama series GREENLEAF from Lionsgate TV and Emmy-nominated writer/producer Craig Wright

Baseball Drama CURVEBALL Coming to DVD and Digital Video 4/5
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 16, 2016

RLJ Entertainment (NASDAQ: RLJE) brings you CURVEBALL. The film is directed by Brandon Thaxton and stars Rockmond Dunbar ('The Mentalist'), Jean-Luc McMurtry, Lynn Whitfield ('How To Get Away With Murder'), E. Roger Mitchell (Selma), and Adam Aalderks (Ashby).

Full Cast Announced for Bebe Winans Musical BORN FOR THIS at Arena Stage
by BWW News Desk - Mar 15, 2016

Arena Stage announces the full cast and creative team for BORN FOR THIS: THE BEBE WINANS STORY, the heartwarming true story of six-time Grammy Award-winning icon BeBe Winans' journey to fame.

Tribeca Film Festival Launches 'Tribeca Tune In' to Showcase Best in TV
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 14, 2016

The 15th annual Tribeca Film Festival (TFF), presented by AT&T, today announced a further expansion of TV with a new program, Tribeca Tune In.

THE NORTH STAR Comes to DVD & Video On Demand Today
by Movies News Desk - Mar 1, 2016

THE NORTH STAR is available on Video On Demand and DVD for an SRP of $27.97 today, March 1, 2016.

THE NORTH STAR Coming to DVD & Video On Demand 3/1
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 22, 2016

THE NORTH STAR is available on Video On Demand and DVD for an SRP of $27.97 on March 1, 2016.

OWN's GREENLEAF, Featuring Oprah's Return to Acting on TV, to Premiere 5/24
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 21, 2016

The new original series 'Greenleaf,' featuring Oprah Winfrey's first recurring scripted television role in two decades, will launch with a two-night premiere on OWN: OPRAH WINFREY NETWORK on Tuesday, May 24

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Third Season of VH1's HIT THE FLOOR, Premiering Tonight
by TV News Desk - Jan 18, 2016

VH1 scores a three-pointer, returning its hit scripted series 'Hit The Floor' for a third season of drama tonight, January 18th at 10PM ET/PT. Check out the trailer below!

TV One's Hit Comedy BORN AGAIN VIRGIN Returns Tonight
by TV News Desk - Dec 8, 2015

TV One is heating things up this winter with the return of its hit series Born Again Virgin tonight, Dec. 8 at 9 p.m. ET/PT.

TV One's Hit Comedy BORN AGAIN VIRGIN Returns 12/8
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 4, 2015

TV One is heating things up this winter with the return of its hit series Born Again Virgin on Tuesday, Dec. 8 at 9 p.m. ET/PT.

VIDEO: First Look - Third Season of VH1's HIT THE FLOOR, Premiering 1/18
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 15, 2015

VH1 scores a three-pointer, returning its hit scripted series "Hit The Floor" for a third season of drama on Monday, January 18th at 10PM ET/PT. Check out the trailer below!

Photo Coverage: On the Red Carpet for Opening Night of THE GIN GAME
by Walter McBride - Oct 15, 2015

The new Broadway production of D.L. Coburn's Pulitzer Prize-winning classic, The Gin Game, starring Tony Award winners James Earl Jones and Cicely Tyson, opened last night, October 14 at the Golden Theatre (252 West 45th Street, between Broadway and Eighth Avenue). The production will play a limited engagement through Sunday, January 10, 2016. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the red carpet arrivals!

Broadway's Merle Dandrige & More Join Cast of OWN's GREENLEAF
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 24, 2015

According to Deadline, Broadway's Merle Dandridge, Lynn Whitfield and Desiree Ross have joined the cast of OWN's bold and daring new original drama series from award-winning writer/producer Craig Wright ('Six Feet Under,' 'Lost') that takes viewers into the unscrupulous world of the Greenleaf family and their sprawling Memphis megachurch, where scandalous SECRETS AND LIES are as numerous as the faithful. The Lionsgate-owned series is set for production later this year.

TV One Premieres New Scripted Comedy BORN AGAIN VIRGIN Tonight
by TV News Desk - Aug 5, 2015

This summer, TV One takes a sexy, sassy look at love and dating in today's hyper-connected world in the new scripted comedy Born Again Virgin premiering tonight, August 5.

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