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UPDATE: Chris Rock Remains Undecided on #OscarsSoWhite Jokes
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 25, 2016


Host Chris Rock is not only ignoring calls for him to step down as host of the upcoming ACADEMY AWARDS, he plans to re-write his opening monologue to incorporate #OscarsSoWhite jokes. 

Erin Markey's A RIDE ON THE IRISH CREAM Extends Run at Abrons Arts Center
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 20, 2016


Due to popular demand, Abrons Arts Center extends the world premiere of Erin Markey's A Ride On The Irish Cream, a sharp and playful,performance art musical about the role childhood plays in our adult intimacies. Directed by Jordan Fein, A Ride On The Irish Cream stars real-life couple Becca Blackwell (Doris Duke Impact Award Recipient) and Markey, a "magnetic diva," (The New York Times). It features a live, four-piece band playing original music composed by Kenny Mellman, Emily Bate and Markey.

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Todrick Hall Among Finalists for 8th Annual SHORTY AWARDS
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 19, 2016


Finalists for the 8th annual SHORTY AWARDS, which honor the best social media content, including Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr, YouTube, Instagram, Vine and Periscope, were announced today.

Erin Markey's A RIDE ON THE IRISH CREAM Premieres Tonight at Abrons Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - Jan 13, 2016


Abrons Arts Center and American Realness is pleased to present the world premiere of Erin Markey's A RIDE ON THE IRISH CREAM, a sharp and playful, performance art musical about the role childhood plays in our adult intimacies.

Pint-Sized Theater Critic Iain Armitage to Appear Opposite Shailene Woodley in HBO's BIG LITTLE LIES
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 8, 2016


Pint-sized theater critic Iain Armitage of 'Iain Loves Theatre' fame. has nabbed a role in HBO's upcoming adaptation of BIG LITTLE LIES.

California Musical Theatre Announces Music Circus Lineup - HELLO, DOLLY!, NICE WORK, CABARET and More!
by Christina Mancuso - Jan 8, 2016


California Musical Theatre and BroadwayWorld bring you the 2016 lineup for Sacramento Music Circus at the Wells Fargo Pavilion, the 66th season for the venerable institution. The season includes four shows that have never been produced at Music Circus: The smash hit musical comedy Legally Blonde, based on the hilarious film starring Reese Witherspoon; the family favorite Seussical, a journey through the witty and whimsical world of Dr. Seuss; Nice Work If You Can Get It, the song-and-dance spectacular filled with the music of George and Ira Gershwin; and The Hunchback of Notre Dame, a brand new musical exploring the dark themes of the epic novel while featuring the beautiful music of the animated Disney film. The 2016 Music Circus season will also feature two shows that are all-time patron favorites, the irresistible musical theatre gem Hello, Dolly! and the Tony-winning Kander and Ebb classic Cabaret.

THE BIG SHORT to Receive Ensemble Performance Award at Palm Springs Film Fest
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 4, 2016


The 27th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival (PSIFF) will present its Ensemble Performance Award to the film THE BIG SHORT.

Matt Damon & More Added to Palm Springs International Film Fest Q&A Panels
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 29, 2015


The 27th Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival (PSIFF) has announced additional screenings and panels in its Talking Pictures program.

Actor Ryan Phillippe Pops the Question to Longtime Girlfriend
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 29, 2015


Ryan Phillippe has popped the question to his longtime girlfriend, 24-year-old law student Paulina Slagter.

Michael Fassbender to Receive 'International Star Award' at Palm Springs Film Fest
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 28, 2015


The 27th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival (PSIFF) will present Michael Fassbender with the International Star Award, Actor at itsannual Awards Gala.

Rooney Mara to Receive 'Spotlight Award' at Palm Springs Int'l Film Fest
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 28, 2015


The 27th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival (PSIFF) will present Rooney Mara with the Spotlight Award for her much-lauded performance in the film Carol at its annual Awards Gala.

Variety to Honor Will Smith, '10 Directors to Watch' & More at Palm Springs Film Fest
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 28, 2015


Variety will present two-time Academy Award nominee Will Smith with theCreative Impact in Acting Award, presented by Mercedes-Benz,which celebrates his scope of work

Matt Damon to Receive 'Chairman's Award' at Palm Springs Int'l Film Festival
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 28, 2015


The 27th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival (PSIFF) will present Matt Damon with the Chairman's Award at its annual Awards Gala.

BWW Review: THE TWELVE DATES OF CHRISTMAS
by Jeffrey Ellis - Dec 12, 2015


Rebekah Durham is not Reese Witherspoon, so no one is paying her a million bucks to star in some holiday-themed rom com - but make no mistake about it, they damn well oughta be! But for now, Nashville theater-goers are the lucky ones; we get to see her onstage in Tennessee Women's Theater Project's first-ever Christmastime production: Ginna Hoben's The Twelve Dates of Christmas, a thoroughly delightful and wonderfully entertaining one-woman show that offers up some universal truths for this or any other season.

Reese Witherspoon and Marion Cotillard Give the Earth a Voice in New Short Film HOME
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 10, 2015


Today, Conservation International (CI) unveiled a new short film called “Home,” voiced in English by Academy Award-Winning actress Reese Witherspoon and in French by Academy Award-winning actress Marion Cotillard.

Barbra Streisand Working on 35th Studio Album; Talks 'Being Difficult' Reputation
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 9, 2015


In a new interview with The Hollywood Reporter, star of stage and screen Barbra Streisand shared that her long-standing reputation for 'being difficult' is a label that is often given unfairly to women in the entertainment business.

Barbra Streisand to Helm CATHERINE THE GREAT Biopic
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 3, 2015


Barbra Streisand has come aboard to direct 'CATHERINE THE GREAT,' written by Kristina Lauren Anderson, it is announced by Gil Netter who will produce. With Streisand helming and Netter producing, casting is now underway.

President Obama and First Family Light National Christmas Tree Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Dec 3, 2015


The First Family will officially light the National Christmas Tree during the 2015 National Christmas Tree Lighting, presented by the National Park Service and the National Park Foundation, the official charity of America's national parks.

Scarlett Johansson to Receive 2016 Renaissance Award From Gene Siskel Film Center
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 2, 2015


The Gene Siskel Film Center (GSFC) of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) will celebrate one of Hollywood's most talented young actresses when it pays tribute to Tony and BAFTA winner and four-time Golden Globe nominee Scarlett Johansson, Saturday, June 11, 2016, at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago (160 E. Pearson St.). 'Celebrate Scarlett' will pay tribute to Johansson's accomplishments as an actor as well as give attendees the opportunity to hear an intimate conversation providing insights into her creative process and influences, favorite roles, upcoming projects and more. A retrospective of film clips from some of her most memorable performances will accompany the conversation highlighting her illustrious career. The evening will culminate with the presentation of the Gene Siskel Film Center Renaissance Award to Johansson by SAIC President Dr. Walter E. Massey and GSFC Advisory Board Chair Ellen Sandor.

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