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Atlantic Theater Extends CORNELIA STREET Starring George Abud, Norbert Leo Butz, Mary Beth Peil, and More
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 18, 2023


Atlantic Theater Company (Neil Pepe, Artistic Director; Jeffory Lawson, Managing Director) has announced an extension for the world premiere musical Cornelia Street. The production, which will begin performances this Friday, January 20th and open on Tuesday, February 14th, will now play through Sunday, March 5th, Off-Broadway at Atlantic Stage 2.

BMI Names Tracy McKnight VP, Creative, Film, TV, and Visual Media
by Stephi Wild - Jan 18, 2023


 BMI (Broadcast Music, Inc.) has announced that Tracy McKnight will join BMI’s Creative team as Vice President, Creative, Film, TV & Visual Media. In this role, McKnight will lead the day-to-day functions of the Film, TV & Visual Media department.

Photos: Inside the 80th Golden Globe Awards
by Michael Major - Jan 11, 2023


New photos of Ryan Murphy, Andrew Garfield, Daisy Edgar-Jones, Michelle Yeoh, Mike White, Angela Bassett, the cast of Abbott Elementary, and more inside of the 80th Golden Globes have been released! Check them out now.

How to Watch the Complete 45th Kennedy Center Honors Featuring Ariana DeBose, Chita Rivera & More
by Michael Major - Dec 29, 2022


The show featured Chita Rivera, Big Bird, Patti LaBelle, Garth Brooks, Ariana DeBose, Brandi Carlile, Maren Morris, Julia Roberts, Mickey Guyton, and more honoring George Clooney, Amy Grant, Gladys Knight, Tania León, and U2, comprised of band members Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton and Larry Mullen Jr.

Virginia Premiere Of Jez Butterworth's THE RIVER To Open At Live Arts in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 21, 2022


Live Arts Theater's 2022/23 Transformations Season is leaping into the new year with the Virginia premiere of Jez Butterworth's hauntingly lyrical THE RIVER, directed by Robert Chapel.

George Abud, Norbert Leo Butz, Mary Beth Peil & More to Star in CORNELIA STREET World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2022


Atlantic Theater Company has announced casting for the world premiere musical Cornelia Street, with a book by Tony Award winner Simon Stephens. Find out who is joining the cast, the performance schedule and how to get tickets.

Jessica Chastain Will Return to Broadway in A DOLL'S HOUSE in Spring 2023
by Stephi Wild - Nov 16, 2022


Academy Award winner Jessica Chastain will come to Broadway this spring as Nora Helmer in director Jamie Lloyd’s new production of Henrik Ibsen’s A Doll’s House, in a new version by Amy Herzog. Learn more about the production here!

CHICAGO, A History- Part 2: A Modern Classic Makes A Bang On Stage and Screen
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2022


Discover the story behind one of the greatest musicals in history as we dive deep into the history of Broadway's longest-running American musical, John Kander, Fred Ebb, and Bob Fosse's, 'Chicago.'

Wake Up With BWW 10/11: & JULIET Broadway Casting, and More!
by - Oct 11, 2022


Top stories include the full Broadway cast for & Juliet! Plus, check out opening night photos from Death of a Salesman, and more!

Actress Eileen Ryan Passes Away at 94
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2022


Actress Eileen Ryan (born Eileen Annucci 10/16/1927), wife to actor and director Leo Penn and mother to composer and songwriter Michael Penn and actors Sean Penn and Christopher Penn, died at her home on October 9th.

Off-Broadway Hit THE BOOMER BOYS Boys Musical Brings The Laughs About Aging To The Ridgefield Playhouse, October 9
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2022


If a hilarious night of songs, jokes and stories is on your to-do list, let The Boomer Boys check it off! In this hilarious musical revue, a fun-loving “fat pack” of middle-aged men realizes the best way to deal with getting older is to laugh about it with your friends.

THE BOOMER BOYS MUSICAL Takes the Stage at The Ridgefield Playhouse This Fall
by Grace Cutler - Aug 6, 2022


Tickets on sale for THE BOOMER BOYS MUSICAL October 9th.

HBO Orders TRUE DETECTIVE: NIGHT COUNTRY From Issa López to Series Starring Jodie Foster
by Michael Major - Jun 28, 2022


When the winter night falls in Ennis, Alaska, the six men that operate the Tsalal Arctic Research Station vanish without a trace. To solve the case, Detectives Liz Danvers (Jodie Foster) and Evangeline Navarro (Kali Reis) will have to confront the darkness they carry in themselves, and dig into the haunted truths that lie buried under the ice.

Sean Penn's CORE Gala and CASAMIGOS
by Marina Kennedy - Jun 12, 2022


We are pleased to bring news of this year’s CORE Gala that focused on providing funds for relief in Ukraine.

'Zach Zucker: Spectacular Industry Showcase' Comes to Edinburgh Fringe
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2022


From the man who brought you the cult-hit, fringe superstars Zach & Viggo, an award-winning funk-opera Where Does The Love Go? with Thumpasaurus, and the blistering, jazzy stylings of alter-ego Jack Tucker... Zach Zucker has decided to break from convention and expose his true self (you wish) on stage.

Two Portraiture Exhibitions to Open at the Art Gallery of South Australia
by Marissa Tomeo - May 28, 2022


The enduring power of portraiture through time will be on show when two major exhibitions open at the Art Gallery of South Australia in July. Large-scale video portraits by ground-breaking artist Robert Wilson will be presented in the Australian premiere and exclusive exhibition, Robert Wilson: Moving portraits, alongside Archie 100: A Century of the Archibald Prize - a national touring exhibition that celebrates 100 years of Australia’s most prestigious portrait award. One ticket will give audiences access to experience both exhibitions.

HARMONY, ASSASSINS & More Win 2022 Off Broadway Alliance Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 24, 2022


The Off Broadway Alliance, an organization of Off-Broadway producers, theaters, general managers, press agents, and marketing professionals, today announced the winners of the 11th Annual Off-Broadway Alliance Awards, honoring commercial and not-for-profit productions that opened Off Broadway during the 2021-2022 season.

KIMBERLY AKIMBO, HARMONY & More Nominated for Off Broadway Alliance Awards
by Nicole Rosky - May 5, 2022


The Off Broadway Alliance, an organization of Off-Broadway producers, theaters, general managers, press agents, and marketing professionals, has announced the nominees for the 11th Annual Off-Broadway Alliance Awards, honoring commercial and not-for-profit productions that opened Off Broadway during the 2021-2022 season. 

LICORICE PIZZA Sets Blu-ray & DVD Release Date
by Michael Major - Apr 5, 2022


Showcasing an all-star cast, LICORICE PIZZA stars Alana Haim, Cooper Hoffman, Academy Award® winner Sean Penn (Mystic River, Milk), Academy Award® nominee Tom Waits (Seven Psychopaths, The Dead Don’t Die), Academy Award® nominee Bradley Cooper (A Star is Born, Silver Linings Playbook) and Benny Safdie (Pieces of a Woman, upcoming Obi-Wan Kenobi).

Photos: Opening Night Of SHINING CITY at The Paradise Factory
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 3, 2022


Everything’s a Six Productions is currently staging their inaugural production of SHINING CITY  by Conor McPherson, which is playing at The Paradise Factory for a limited run. The show opened on March 17th and plays until April 10th. 

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