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A.R.T.'s THE TEMPEST Plays the Smith Center, Now thru 4/13
by BWW News Desk - Apr 5, 2014


The Smith Center for the Performing Arts presents the world premiere of THE TEMPEST, produced by the American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at The Smith Center in Las Vegas today, April 5-13, 2014. The Smith Center's first ever co-production, THE TEMPEST is adapted and directed by Aaron Posner and Teller from the play by William Shakespeare, with magic by Teller, music by Tom Waits and movement by Matt Kent of Pilobolus. THE TEMPEST will perform at The Smith Center's Donald W. Reynolds Symphony Park in a 500-seat climate controlled tent before moving to Cambridge, MA to begin performances at A.R.T.

Tom Nelis Stars in, Aaron Posner and Teller Direct A.R.T.'s THE TEMPEST, Beg. Tonight in Las Vegas
by BWW News Desk - Apr 1, 2014


The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University, under the leadership of Diane Paulus, Artistic Director and William Russo, Managing Director, presents the last production of its 2013/14 Season, THE TEMPEST, adapted and directed by Aaron Posner and Teller from the play by William Shakespeare, with magic by Teller, music by Tom Waits and Kathleen Brennan, and movement by Matt Kent of Pilobolus.

CNN Original Series ANTHONY BOURDAIN PARTS UNKNOWN to Return 4/13
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 13, 2014


The Emmy® award-winning CNN Original Series Anthony Bourdain Parts Unknown returns for its third season of eight new episodes on CNN, Sunday, April 13 at 9pm, ET, beginning with a look at the people, food, culture and history of India's Punjab region.

Tom Nelis to Star in, Aaron Posner and Teller to Direct A.R.T.'s THE TEMPEST; Cast & Creatives Announced!
by BWW News Desk - Mar 12, 2014


The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University, under the leadership of Diane Paulus, Artistic Director and William Russo, Managing Director; announced today the company for the last production of its 2013/14 Season, THE TEMPEST, adapted and directed by Aaron Posner and Teller from the play by William Shakespeare, with magic by Teller, music by Tom Waits and Kathleen Brennan, and movement by Matt Kent of Pilobolus.

The Inconvenience to Present Penn Jillette & Steven Banks' LOVE TAPES, Begin. 6/6
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 12, 2014


The Inconvenience has announced that it will produce the Mid-West Premiere of Love Tapes by Penn Jillette and Steven Banks. Slated to open June 6th, 2014, and directed by Shade Murray, Love Tapes will co-star Inconvenience company members Chris Chmelik and Mary Williamson. Love Tapes will be produced in partnership with The Foxhole Chicago by special permit at their new space in Lincoln Square..

Celebrities Gear Up for First-Ever CHOPPED TOURNAMENT OF STARS Tonight
by TV News Desk - Mar 9, 2014


With a $50,000 grand prize for charity on the line, celebrities from different walks of life compete in the ultimate Chopped Tournament of Stars, premiering tonight, March 9th at 9pm ET/PT.

2014 Tribeca Film Festival Announces World Narrative & Documentary Competition Selections
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 4, 2014


The 2014 Tribeca Film Festival (TFF), presented by AT&T, today announced the World Narrative and Documentary Competition film selections

12 YEARS A SLAVE Tops BAFTA Awards; GRAVITY Takes Six Honors - All the Winners!
by Movies News Desk - Feb 17, 2014


The BAFTA Awards -- the EE British Academy Film Awards took place on 16 February at The Royal Opera House in London's Covent Garden. Stephen Fry returned to host this year's ceremony, which was broadcast on BBC One in the UK and in all major territories around the world. Scroll down for the full list of winners!

New Series SAVE MY BAKERY Among Food Network's March Highlights
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 3, 2014


Food Network brings the heat this March with new series Beat Bobby Flay premiering Thursday, March 6th at 10pm as Bobby Flay takes on the brightest chefs in America to see who can throw down in the kitchen.

Celebrities Gear Up for First-Ever CHOPPED TOURNAMENT OF STARS, 3/9
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 23, 2014


With a $50,000 grand prize for charity on the line, celebrities from different walks of life compete in the ultimate Chopped Tournament of Stars, premiering Sunday, March 9th at 9pm ET/PT.

Travel Channel Greenlights Three New Original Pilots
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 8, 2014


Travel Channel has greenlit production for three new original pilots.

GRAVITY, 12 YEARS A SLAVE Lead 2014 BAFTA Nominations; Full List Announced
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 8, 2014


The British Academy of Film and Television Arts announced the nominations for the 2014 EE British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA) and Gravity leads with 11 nominations, while 12 Years a Slave and American Hustle each received 10 nominations.

Tickets to A.R.T.'s Re-Imagined Production of THE TEMPEST at Smith Center on Sale 1/10
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 6, 2014


The Smith Center for the Performing Arts presents the world premiere of THE TEMPEST, produced by the American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at The Smith Center in Las Vegas April 5-13, 2014. The Smith Center's first ever co-production, THE TEMPEST is adapted and directed by Aaron Posner and Teller from the play by William Shakespeare, with magic by Teller, music by Tom Waits and movement by Matt Kent of Pilobolus. THE TEMPEST will perform at The Smith Center's Donald W. Reynolds Symphony Park in a 500-seat climate controlled tent before moving to Cambridge, MA to begin performances at A.R.T. Tickets start at $35.00 and go on sale Friday, Jan. 10, 2014 at The Smith Center box office, online at www.TheSmithCenter.com or by phone at (702) 749-2000.

Chris Kattan, Florence Henderson Among Stars Set for New Season of RACHAEL VS. GUY: CELEBRITY COOK-OFF, Beg. Tonight
by TV News Desk - Jan 6, 2014


Rachael Ray and Guy Fieri return to mentor and coach eight new multi-talented celebrities in the third season of Rachael vs. Guy: Celebrity Cook-Off, premiering tonight, January 6th at 9pm ET/PT on Food Network.

A.R.T.'s THE TEMPEST to Play the Smith Center, 4/5-13
by BWW News Desk - Dec 16, 2013


The Smith Center for the Performing Arts presents the world premiere of THE TEMPEST, produced by the American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at The Smith Center in Las Vegas April 5-13, 2014. The Smith Center's first ever co-production, THE TEMPEST is adapted and directed by Aaron Posner and Teller from the play by William Shakespeare, with magic by Teller, music by Tom Waits and movement by Matt Kent of Pilobolus.

Patrick Page to Lead A.R.T.'s THE TEMPEST; Aaron Posner to Co-Direct with Famed Magician Teller
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 16, 2013


The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University, under the Artistic Direction of Diane Paulus, will present the last production of its 2013/14 Season, THE TEMPEST, adapted and directed by Aaron Posner and Teller from the play by William Shakespeare, with magic by Teller, music by Tom Waits, and movement by Matt Kent of Pilobolus Produced in association with The Smith Center for the Performing Arts in Las Vegas, Nevada, the production will begin performances in Cambridge on Saturday, May 10, 2014 at the Loeb Drama Center and run through Sunday, June 15, 2014. It will be available for press viewing from Wednesday, May 14 at 7:30pm.

Table 8 Presents THE COWBOY MASHUP HOLIDAY-ISH SHOW!
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 29, 2013


Just in time for the Rodeo Finals, Table 8 Productions is excited to present THE COWBOY MASHUP HOLIDAY-ISH SHOW! featuring the musical stylings of Eric "Travis" Wilson.

Chris Kattan, Florence Henderson Among Stars Set for New Season of RACHAEL VS. GUY: CELEBRITY COOK-OFF
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 19, 2013


Rachael Ray and Guy Fieri return to mentor and coach eight new multi-talented celebrities in the third season of Rachael vs. Guy: Celebrity Cook-Off, premiering Monday, January 6th at 9pm ET/PT on Food Network.

Penn Jillette Discusses His Book, EVERY DAY IS AN ATHEIST HOLIDAY! in Toronto Today
by BWW News Desk - Nov 2, 2013


Penn Jillette, renowned magician from the Emmy Award winning Las Vegas show Penn & Teller, will discuss his latest book Every Day is an Atheist Holiday! in Toronto today, November 2nd at the MacLeod Auditorium at University of Toronto at 7:00PM. The event is hosted by the national educational charity Centre for Inquiry.

Florence Henderson, Judy Gold Set for Food Network's RACHEL v GUY CELEBRITY COOK-OFF
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 23, 2013


Eight multi-talented celebrities compete for ultimate culinary bragging rights in the third season of Food Network primetime series Rachael vs. Guy: Celebrity Cook-Off.

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