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Photo Flashback: Remembering Ruby Dee
by Walter McBride - Jun 13, 2014


Earlier this week, legendary actresses of stage and screen, Ruby Dee died at the age of 91. According to sources, the actress was at her home in New Rochelle, NY, surrounded by family members when she passed away.

Dr. Phillips Center Announces 2014-2015 Season Featuring SLAVA'S SNOWSHOW, NEWSIES & more!
by Jillian Gaier - Jun 13, 2014


The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts has announced additional programming for the inaugural 2014-2015 season. With a wide range of shows that include performances of theater, dance, popular music and family entertainment, the Dr. Phillips Center brings the best of national and international talent to Central Florida, which reflects the vision of Arts For Every Life.

Knots Landing Reunion Set for Next OPRAH: WHERE ARE THEY NOW? Watch Sneak Peek!
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 11, 2014


In an all-new episode, “Oprah:Where Are They Now?” features Candy Spelling, a reunion with the battling blondes of ”Knots Landing,” and Antonio Sabato, Jr., airing this Sunday

Oprah Winfrey to Portray 'Annie Lee Cooper' in Ava DuVernay's SELMA
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 11, 2014


Oprah Winfrey has joined the cast of Ava DuVernay's SELMA in the role of Annie Lee Cooper.

Discovery Channel to Premiere Season 3 of STREET OUTLAWS, 6/23
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 11, 2014


It's time to hit the streets again when STREET OUTLAWS returns to Discovery on Monday, June 23rd at 9pm ET/PT.

'GOTTA DANCE' to Premiere at Smith Center, 7/2-3
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 11, 2014


“Gotta Dance: A Tribute To…Life!” a spectacular, new stage extravaganza celebrating dance through the years, is set for a World Premiere showcase July 2 and 3, 2014, at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts in the Troesh Studio Theatre, presented by The HAND Company, directed and choreographed by Giulio Scatola, and produced by Steve Hand, with production design by Emmy Award winner, Andy Walmsley and music produced by Josh Connolly.

Sneak Peek - Robin Roberts Featured on Next OPRAH'S MASTER CLASS, 6/15
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 10, 2014


The Emmy nominated series “Oprah's Master Class” features “Good Morning America” co-anchor Robin Roberts in an all-new episode premiering this Sunday, June 15 at 10:00pm ET/PT on OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network.

Discovery Channel to Premiere FAT N' FURIOUS: ROLLING THUNDER, 6/23
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 10, 2014


In the Rust Belt state of Ohio speed reigns supreme - the faster the car, the fatter the profit. FAT N' FURIOUS: ROLLING THUNDER, premiering on the Discovery Channel Monday, June 23rd

New Season of OWN's SIX LITTLE MCGHEES Coming this Fall
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 9, 2014


Happy birthday to the McGhee sextuplets. The six siblings featured on the popular docu-series 'Six Little McGhees' turn four years old today and will return for more tender moments and love-filled chaos in an all-new season premiering this fall, Saturday, September 6 at 10:00 p.m ET/PT on OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network.

OWN Premieres LIFE WITH LA TOYA Tonight
by TV News Desk - Jun 7, 2014


'Life with La Toya,' featuring the outrageous world of pop culture icon La Toya Jackson, returns for its summer premiere with two back-to-back episodes tonight, June 7 at 10 and 10:30 p.m. ET/PT

OWN Simulcasts DR. MAYA ANGELOU'S MEMORIAL SERVICE Today
by TV News Desk - Jun 7, 2014


OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network will simulcast Dr. Maya Angelou's private memorial service in celebration of her legacy being held at Wake Forest University, North Carolina today, June 7 at 10 a.m. ET / 7 a.m. PT on OWN.

First Look - Discovery Channel's New Special BRAZIL GONE WILD, Premiering Tonight
by TV News Desk - Jun 7, 2014


In the US premiere of the Discovery Channel/BBC co-production BRAZIL GONE WILD premiering tonight, June 7 at 7PM ET/PT, viewers get an in-depth look at capuchin monkey, giant otter and coati families all struggling to survive

Sneak Peek - Tim McGraw Visits OPRAH'S MASTER CLASS Tonight
by TV News Desk - Jun 8, 2014


The Emmy nominated series 'Oprah's Master Class' continues with multiple Grammy Award-winning country star Tim McGraw in an all-new episode premiering tonight, June 8 at 10:00pm ET/PT on OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network.

OWN to Simulcast DR. MAYA ANGELOU'S MEMORIAL SERVICE, Today
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 6, 2014


OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network will simulcast Dr. Maya Angelou's private memorial service in celebration of her legacy being held at Wake Forest University, North Carolina this today, June 7 at 10 a.m. ET / 7 a.m. PT on OWN.

Controversial Host Star Jones to Co-Host Today's THE VIEW?
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 6, 2014


Controversial THE VIEW host Star Jones, who abruptly left the ABC chatfest in 2006 after a 9-year hosting stint, may serve as a co-host on today's show, filling the seat vacated by Barbara Walters.

OWN Announces Cast for New Drama Series IF LOVING YOU IS WRONG from Tyler Perry
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 5, 2014


OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network announced today the principal cast of the previously announced television drama “If Loving You is Wrong” (former working title: “Single Mom's Club”) from prolific writer, director, producer Tyler Perry.

OWN's Tyler Perry Comedy LOVE THY NEIGHBOR Returns 6/25
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 5, 2014


OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network's popular comedy series “Love Thy Neighbor” from Tyler Perry will return with all-new episodes on Wednesday, June 25 at 9 p.m. ET/PT.

THE DOCTOR IS NOT IN Set for United Solo Fest, 10/25
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 4, 2014


Actress/writer/comedian NANCY REDMAN joins forces with director AUSTIN PENDLETON for their third collaboration on the United Solo Theatre Festival: 'The Doctor Is Not In,' a sci-fi comedy exploring the hypocrisy of Hippocrates, October 25 at 9 PM at Theater Row, 410 West 42nd Street.

QUEEN LATIFAH SHOW Names Todd Yasui Executive Producer, Jack Mori & Ianthe Jones Co-Executive Producers
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 4, 2014


Sony Pictures Television today announced several exciting changes within the ranks of the senior staff of its successful daytime talk series The Queen Latifah Show naming Todd Yasui as Executive Producer and Jack Mori and Ianthe Jones as Co-Executive Producers leading into the show's sophomore season.

BWW Countdown: You Get to Rank Your Favorite Audra McDonald Roles
by Matt Tamanini - Jun 4, 2014


There is little doubt who is the reigning queen of Broadway. With five Tony Awards and eight nominations in just 20 years, Audra McDonald has held that title for quite a while now. In addition to her prolific stage career, she also has found time to do turns on TV and have a recording and touring career. If Audra wins her sixth Tony this Sunday, she will become the first actor to do so in the four major acting categories.

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