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Romantic Comedy INSIDE YOU to Screen at UCB East Theater Next Month
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 3, 2017


INSIDE YOU, the hilarious romantic comedy starring writer/director/actress Heather Fink, Christian Finnegan (Vh1's Best Week Ever, Comedy Central), Marshall Stratton (ABC's What Would You Do?) and more members of the stand up and improv community, will be screening at UCB East Theater in NYC Tuesday September 5th at 10:30 PM.

Snoop Dog, Tracy Morgan Among TBS's Fall Programming Slate of New & Returning Series
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 27, 2017


Leading the pack on Tuesday, Oct. 24 will be TBS's new scripted comedy The Last O.G, starring and created by superstar and multiple Emmy-nominee Tracy Morgan alongside creators and executive producers Jordan Peele and John Carcieri.

Sally Field Adds Second Show at the Crown & Anchor This August
by BWW News Desk - Jul 14, 2017


Due to overwhelming demand, Producer Rick Murray has added a second evening of conversation with award-winning actress Sally Field to the star-studded lineup of the 2017 Cabaret Series.

Julia Mattison's RUBY MANGER LIVE! THE FAREWELL ENGAGEMENT Returns to Feinstein's/ 54 Below
by BWW News Desk - Jul 6, 2017


Join fictional Broadway diva Ruby Manger as she makes her long-awaited return to the New York Stage at Feinstein's/ 54 Below! Julia Mattison stars as Ms. Manger, an enigmatic Broadway icon, famous for such roles as Trudy the Blind Ghost in I See You, Not Really, But You Know What I Mean (Tony Award Winner, Best Musical and Best Actress) and as Roberta in the film "Inside Roberta" (Sundance Film Festival rejected submission).

First Look - Trailer & Images for Netflix's WET HOT AMERICAN SUMMER: TEN YEARS LATER
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 22, 2017


Sometimes, in order to move forward, you have to go back... But first, make your way over to Camp Firewood for the Ten Year Reunion to top them all! WET HOT AMERICAN SUMMER: TEN YEARS LATER, an all-new eight-part limited series, launches globally Friday, August 4 everywhere Netflix is available.

Sally Field to Discuss Storied Career, Tennessee Williams and More in Provincetown
by BWW News Desk - Jun 16, 2017


Producer Rick Murray has added award-winning actress Sally Field to the star-studded lineup of the 2017 Cabaret Series.

Rooftop Films Announces 2017 Summer Series Slate
by A.A. Cristi - May 5, 2017


???????Rooftop Films is excited to announce programming for the 2017 Summer Series, presented by SundanceTV. This year's series will take place May 19th to August 19th featuring more than 45 outdoor screenings in more than 10 spectacular venues, with live music, special enhancements and the best new, independent films from around the world.

Amazon Studios Inks Exclusive First-Look Deals with Bona Fide Productions & More
by Caryn Robbins - May 2, 2017


Amazon Studios announced today that it has struck exclusive first-look deals with Bona Fide Productions, Killer Films and Le Grisbi Productions.

TBS Adds PEOPLE OF EARTH and SEARCH PARTY to Roster of Renewed 2016 Shows
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 13, 2016


Turner's TBS ends an impressive and transformative year with renewals of all six of its 2016 scripted comedies. The network today announced 10-episode season 2 renewals of its two most recent critically acclaimed comedies.

THE UNION OF THE STATE Named Best of 2016 Coverage
by Christina Mancuso - Nov 1, 2016


ALAMEDA, Calif., Nov. 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ Just in time for holiday gift idea articles, and Best of 2016 coverage, it's 'The Union of the State,' the exhaustive history of one of the greatest sketch comedy troupes of all time, by author Corey Stulce. The book is available in hardcover, softcover and exclusively as an ebook on Amazon.

THE MELTDOWN WITH JONAH AND KUMAIL Returns to Comedy Central Today
by BWW News Desk - Sep 27, 2016


THE MELTDOWN WITH JONAH AND KUMAIL hosted by Jonah Ray and Kumail Nanjiani, welcomes fans back for a third season premiering Today, September 27 at Midnight ET/PT on Comedy Central.

Sally Field to Host 2016 Women's Media Awards This September
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 21, 2016


The Women's Media Center is proud to announce our host and honorees for the 2016 Women's Media Awards, to be held on September 29, 2016, at Capitale in New York City.

THE MELTDOWN WITH JONAH AND KUMAIL Returns to Comedy Central 9/27
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 16, 2016


THE MELTDOWN WITH JONAH AND KUMAIL hosted by Jonah Ray and Kumail Nanjiani, welcomes fans back for a third season premiering Tuesday, September 27 at Midnight ET/PT on Comedy Central.

Emily Watson to Take On Role of Elsa Einstein in Nat Geo Channel's GENIUS
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 29, 2016


Academy Award- and Golden Globe-nominated actress Emily Watson ('Theory of Everything,' 'The Book Thief') is set to join National Geographic Channel's upcoming global anthology series GENIUS, from Fox 21 Television Studios

Broadway at the Cabaret - Top 5 Cabaret Picks for May 16-22, Featuring Laura Benanti, Matthew Morrison, and More!
by Louisa Brady - May 15, 2016


Broadway's 40 theatres aren't the only places to catch performances from your favorite stars! Well after Broadway orchestras begin their overtures, ensemble members take their dance breaks, and performers belt out their eleven o'clock numbers, the party continues at various cabaret venues throughout New York City. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you some cabaret highlights for this week as picked by our theatre editors, including: Victoria Shaw: 'Under the Covers' With Special Guests Matthew and Gunnar Nelson; Laura Michelle Kelly at 54 Below; A Celebration of Laura Benanti Starring Laura Benanti and Friends; Matthew Morrison at 54 Below; and Julia Mattison IS Ruby Manger: Springtime For Ruby - A Farewell Engagement.

EPIX to Premiere Original Comedy Event MICHAEL IAN BLACK: NOTED EXPERT, Today
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2016


Premium TV network EPIX announced today that it will bring viewers the satirically honest humor of veteran sketch, television and film actor Michael Ian Black, in the one-hour Original Comedy Event Michael Ian Black: Noted Expert.

Julia Mattison's RUBY MANGER LIVE! THE FAREWELL ENGAGEMENT Set for Feinstein's/ 54 Below
by Tyler Peterson - May 11, 2016


'Join fictional Broadway diva Ruby Manger as she makes her long-awaited return to the New York Stage at Feinstein's/ 54 Below! Julia Mattison stars as Ms. Manger, an enigmatic Broadway icon, famous for such roles as Trudy the Blind Ghost in I See You, Not Really, But You Know What I Mean (Tony Award Winner, Best Musical and Best Actress) and as Roberta in the film 'Inside Roberta' (Sundance Film Festival rejected submission). Through a whirlwind of songs, stories, and Broadway's special guests, Ruby will re-visit her greatest career highlights and lowlights, from winning her first Tony award, to her not-so-secret love affairs, to doing quaaludes in a basement with Rod Stewart that one time. Ms. Manger is back from rehab, better than ever, and ready to re-claim her place as Broadway's shining Ruby with a thrilling and revealing evening at Broadway's Nightclub!'

Rosie Perez & More Join TBS's SEARCH PARTY in Recurring Roles
by Caryn Robbins - May 3, 2016


TBS's SEARCH PARTY has added several key players to an already stellar cast. Oscar(R) nominee Rosie Perez (Pineapple Express, Fearless), Golden Globe(R) nominee Ron Livingston (Office Space, The Conjuring), Golden Globe nominee Parker Posey (Best in Show) and Christine Taylor

THE UNION OF THE STATE is Now Available
by Christina Mancuso - May 3, 2016


SAN FRANCISCO, May 3, 2016 /PRNewswire/ 'The Union of The State' is one of the most-unique, untold tales in the history of show business. It's the story of eleven teenagers who met in college and formed one of the most prolific and impactful comedy troupes of all-time, The State. The 600-page book is now available. Visit www.CoreyStulce.com for an updated list of purchase locations.

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