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TAMRON HALL Moves to ABC7/WLS-TV in Chicago
by TV News Desk - Jul 27, 2021

Tamron spent 10 years at WFLD where she was nominated for a local Emmy. In recent years she’s hosted a number of philanthropic events in Chicago and spends time supporting local small business owners and restaurants in and around the city, including the Common Threads gala.

Leslie Odom, Jr. Returns to Atlanta Symphony Hall for THE CHRISTMAS TOUR
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 20, 2021

Delta Atlanta Symphony Hall LIVE and Zero Mile Presents announce the return of multi-talented star Leslie Odom, Jr. to Atlanta Symphony Hall on December 15, 2021 for “The Christmas Tour”. Tickets for his live holiday performance will go on sale at ticketmaster.com on July 23 at noon.

THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA Sets Pre-Broadway Run in Chicago
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 29, 2021

Broadway In Chicago has announced the reopening of its theatres on October 5, 2021, including two pre-Broadways, PARADISE SQUARE and THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA, four direct-from-Broadway productions Disney’s FROZEN, WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME, COME FROM AWAY, MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL and more.

Patti LuPone and Carrie Fisher to Receive Stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2022
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2021

The 2022 inductees for Hollywood's iconic Walk of Fame have been announced and among this year's star recipients are two-time Tony Award winner Patti LuPone and late pop culture icon and Broadway playwright, Carrie Fisher. 

Rooftop Cinema Club Announces 10th Anniversary Programming For Los Angeles
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2021

Rooftop Cinema Club (RCC), creator of the ultimate open-air cinema experience, celebrates their 10th Anniversary this June.

VIDEO: Leslie Odom Jr. Performs 'Speak Now' at THE OSCARS
by Sarah Leiber - Apr 25, 2021

Based on the award-winning play of the same name, and directed by Regina King, One Night In Miami... is a fictional account inspired by the historic night these four formidable figures spent together.

Steven Yeun Added to 93rd Oscars Cast
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Apr 23, 2021

“Surprise!  We’re so excited to welcome Steven to the crew, and he completes our Oscars cast.  No, really, this is it,” said Collins, Sher and Soderbergh.

Storytelling Nonprofit The Moth Will Honor Kemp Powers And Regina King at The Moth Ball
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2021

Beloved storytelling nonprofit The Moth today announced details for their annual fundraising gala, The Moth Ball. Taking place at Spring Terrace (6 Johns Lane, TriBeCa) on Tuesday, June 22nd, Bring On The Light: The 2021 Moth Ball will honor writing phenom and Moth storyteller Kemp Powers and acting/directing powerhouse Regina King.

Los OSCARS 2021 se preparan para su ceremonia
by Ainhoa Hornero - Apr 13, 2021

Una de sus presentadoras es la legendaria ganadora del EGOT Rita Moreno.

Rita Moreno, Regina King, Bryan Cranston & More Will Present at THE OSCARS
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Apr 12, 2021

Show producers Jesse Collins, Stacey Sher and Steven Soderbergh today announced the ensemble cast to present at the 93rd Oscars®, which airs live on ABC, Sunday, April 25, at 8 p.n. EDT/5 p.m. PDT.

VIDEO: Leslie Odom Jr. Talks Sam Cooke on THE LATE SHOW WITH STEPHEN COLBERT
by Sarah Leiber - Apr 8, 2021

Leslie Odom Jr. is a GRAMMY and Tony award-winner but it was his work in the Nationwide commercials that landed him his role as Sam Cooke in 'One Night In Miami.'

Who Won At the SAG AWARDS? See the Full List of Winners Here!
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Apr 4, 2021

Viola Davis and the late Chadwick Boseman were also honored with nominations for their roles in the film adaptation of August Wilson's 'Ma Rainey's Black Bottom'; the whole ensemble cast was also nominated in the aforementioned cast category.

VIDEO: Leslie Odom, Jr. Talks HAMILTON, ONE NIGHT IN MIAMI, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2021

Correspondent Tracy Smith talked with Odom, Jr. about his career, from his Broadway debut in Rent, to his breakout role as Aaron Burr in Hamilton, as well as his most recent role in the film One Night in Miami, which has earned him two Academy Award nominations.

52nd NAACP Image Awards Announced - Viola Davis, Eddie Murphy, LeBron James, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2021

Following the week-long virtual experience, tonight the NAACP celebrated the stellar achievements of the 52nd NAACP Image Awards winners during a special LIVE broadcast on BET and simulcast across ViacomCBS networks including CBS for its first time, as well as BET Her, Comedy Central, Logo, MTV, MTV2, Paramount, Pop, Smithsonian, TV Land, VH1, BET PLUTO, and CMT.

LeBron James Receives NAACP President's Award
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Mar 25, 2021

Marking his eighth consecutive year as host, Anthony Anderson is an Emmy and Golden Globe-nominated actor and currently the star and Executive Producer of ABC’s multi-award winning sitcom, “black-ish.”

BWW Interview: Academy Award-Nominated Songwriter Sam Ashworth Talks ONE NIGHT IN MIAMI, Collaboration With Leslie Odom Jr.
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Mar 15, 2021

BroadwayWorld had the opportunity to speak to Ashworth about his experience working with Odom to create the song for Regina King's film adaptation of Kemp Powers' play. Both songwriters feel that “Speak Now” is as timely and culturally relevant in 2021 as it was in 1964 – the year that the meeting between Cassius Clay, Jim Brown, Sam Cooke, and Malcolm X took place.

NAACP Inducts Eddie Murphy To Image Awards Hall Of Fame
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Mar 11, 2021

The Hall of Fame Award, which will be presented by Eddie Murphy’s collaborator and long-time friend Arsenio Hall, is bestowed on an individual who is a pioneer in his or her respective field and whose influence will shape the profession for generations to come.

Regina King Will Appear on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Mar 5, 2021

The characters in “One Night in Miami” discuss using their fame and their voices to make a difference, something King tells Miller, co-host of CBS THIS MORNING: Saturday, that she thought a lot about after the killing of George Floyd. So much so, she wanted to get the film out as quickly as possible.

VIDEO: Leslie Odom Jr. Talks Sam Cooke on X ON Y
by Sarah Leiber - Mar 4, 2021

Leslie Odom Jr. shares some of his favorite Sam Cooke songs that have inspired him throughout his life and while taking on the role of Sam in the film, One Night In Miami.

Wake Up With BWW 3/4: NY Venues Allowed to Reopen at 33% Beginning April 2, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2021

Today's top stories: NY arts and entertainment venues can reopen at 33% beginning April 2, select Broadway theatres to reopen as part of NY PopsUp, and more!

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