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Pittsburgh Public Theater Presents The Second City's GREATEST HITS, VOLUME 59
by Sarah Hookey - Mar 28, 2019


Summer in Downtown Pittsburgh means soaring temperatures, baseball, and the return of The Second City to The Public. This time the hilarious Chicago troupe will take the stage in Greatest Hits, Volume 59, celebrating The Second City's 60 years of being the funniest people on the planet. Greatest Hits, Volume 59 runs for three performances only at the O'Reilly Theater, Pittsburgh Public Theater's home in the heart of Downtown's Cultural District.

RATINGS: NBC Takes Top Spot Wednesday with 'Chicago' Dramas
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 28, 2019


NBC (7.743 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.1, #1) held off the competition on Wednesday with its lineup of 'Chicago Med' (7.986 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 1.2, #T2), 'Chicago Fire' (8.183 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.2, #T2) and 'Chicago PD' (7.061 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 1.1, #T4).

BWW Review: LAURA & LINDA BENANTI THE STORY GOES ON at Artis-Naples
by Carolan Trbovich - Mar 27, 2019


The Benanti Duo Dazzles Florida Audiences

RATINGS: THIS IS US Keeps NBC at the Top on Tuesday
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 27, 2019


NBC (5.696 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 1.2, #1) was the adults 18-49 champ on Tuesday with its mix of 'Ellen's Game of Games' (5.400 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 1.2, #2), 'This Is Us' (7.526 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 1.6, #1) and 'The Village' (4.162 million viewers, #6; adults 18-49: 0.7, #T6).

RATINGS: TONIGHT SHOW Wins Late-Night Ratings Week of March 18-22 in 18-49
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 26, 2019


“The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” has won the late-night ratings week of March 18-22 in adults 18-49 and most other key demographics versus “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” and “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” according to “live plus same day” figures from Nielsen Media Research.

RATINGS: NBC's THE VOICE Tops Viewers and Demos on Monday
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 26, 2019


NBC (7.696 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.4, #1) was back in front on Monday thanks to new episodes of 'The Voice' (8.932 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.6, #1) and 'The Enemy Within' (5.224 million viewers, #7; adults 18-49: 0.8, #T6).

Aaron Lazar Brings BROADWAY TO HOLLYWOOD to Segerstrom
by Julie Musbach - Mar 25, 2019


Following his performances at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in the Tony Award-winning Broadway hit Dear Evan Hansen, Aaron Lazar returns with his cabaret show Broadway to Hollywood April 11-13, 2019 at 7:30pm. A critically acclaimed actor and singer on stage and screen, Lazar was called Broadway's "Hunky Heartthrob" by The Cabaret, Indianapolis.

Broadway on TV: Ben Platt, Andrew Barth Feldman & More for Week of March 25, 2019
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 25, 2019


From stage to screen, Broadway will be represented on TV for the week of March 25, 2019!

RATINGS: March Madness Takes CBS to the Top on Thursday
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 22, 2019


CBS (3.851 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 1.0, #1) was the adults 18-49 champ on Thursday thanks to its first round coverage of 'NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament' (3.904 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 1.0, #3) and another 'NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament' (3.798 million viewers, #6; adults 18-49: 1.1, #2).

Wild World Of Animals To Present Two Shows In April, With a Pet Food Drive
by Stephi Wild - Mar 22, 2019


Wild World of Animals is an exploration into the fascinating world of the wildlife we share with the planet; featuring live animals including some of the most majestic, interesting, bizarre, and critically endangered species in the world. The fantastic animal lineup encompassing arthropods, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals makes its way to the State Theatre for two shows on Saturday, April 20th.

Connecticut Cabaret Theatre Presents THE COMPLETE HISTORY OF COMEDY (ABRIDGED)
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2019


Connecticut Cabaret Theatre declares "Make Comedy Great Again!" Comedy should not be left in the hands of amateurs. The Complete History of Comedy (abridged) stars Chris Brooks, Rick Bennett and James J Moran. Watch as these three talents performers covers comedy through the ages, from Aristophanes and Shakespeare and Moliere (Is Moliere funny? Why not?) to Vaudeville and Charlie Chaplin to Stephen Colbert and Tina Fey.

Lincoln Center Celebrates 60th Anniversary With Diamond Jubilee Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2019


Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts (LCPA) marks the 60th anniversary of the center's groundbreaking this May, continuing weekend-long celebrations with the 60th Anniversary Diamond Jubilee Gala on Sunday, May 5. The event will honor four families who have had a transformative influence on Lincoln Center: the Audrey and Martin Gruss Family, the Rockefeller Family, the Daisy and Paul Soros Family, and the Laurie M. Tisch Family. As Lincoln Center renews its commitment to supporting a thriving campus for the next generation, funds raised will help benefit the organization's artistic and educational activities which reach millions every year on campus and beyond.

Neil Patrick Harris to Host Lincoln Center's Diamond Jubilee Gala
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 21, 2019


Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts marks the 60th anniversary of the center's groundbreaking this May, continuing weekend-long celebrations with the 60th Anniversary Diamond Jubilee Gala on Sunday, May 5. The event will honor four families who have had a transformative influence on Lincoln Center: the Audrey and Martin Gruss Family, the Rockefeller Family, the Daisy and Paul Soros Family, and the Laurie M. Tisch Family. As Lincoln Center renews its commitment to supporting a thriving campus for the next generation, funds raised will help benefit the organization's artistic and educational activities which reach millions every year on campus and beyond.

Casting Announced for The Second City e.t.c.'s 43rd Revue
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2019


The Second City is thrilled to announce casting for The Second City e.t.c.'s 43rd Revue. Under the direction of Anneliese Toft with music direction by Jacob Shuda, The Second City e.t.c.'s 43rd Revue features returning cast member Andrew Knox along with first-time resident stage ensemble members Atra Asdou, E.J. Cameron, Mark Campbell, Laurel Krabacher, and Chuck Norment. The stage manager is Laura Hum.

Mumford and Sons Releases Official Music Video For BELOVED
by Tori Hartshorn - Mar 20, 2019


Mumford & Sons' official music video for their new single, “Beloved,” is premiering today—watch/share HERE. Directed by BAFTA-nominated filmmaker, Charlotte Regan, the video was shot in and around Port Talbot in Wales and reflects the song's lyrical touchpoints of death, the heartache of its acceptance and the long-standing memories we cling to in its wake. 

RATINGS: NBC Returns to Top of Demo on Tuesday with THIS IS US
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 20, 2019


NBC (6.048 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 1.3, #1) pulled in front on Tuesday thanks to its mix of 'Ellen's Game of Games' (5.734 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 1.2, #2), 'This Is Us' (7.506 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 1.7, #1) and the launch of 'The Village' (4.906 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.9, #3).

Andy Cohen to Receive Vito Russo Award at the 30th Annual GLAAD Media Awards
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 20, 2019


GLAAD, the world's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization, announced today that it will honor Emmy Award-winning host, producer, and author Andy Cohen with the Vito Russo Award at the 30th Annual GLAAD Media Awards in New York City on May 4, 2019.  The award will be presented by Cohen's longtime friend and LGBTQ ally Sarah Jessica Parker. They join previously announced honoree Madonna, who will become the first woman ever to receive GLAAD's Advocate for Change Award. Cast members from FX's “Pose,” Samantha Bee and CNN journalist Don Lemon will also appear at the New York event.

RATINGS: TONIGHT SHOW Wins the Late-Night Ratings Week of March 11-15
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 19, 2019


“The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” has finished #1 for the late-night ratings week of March 11-15 in the key adult 18-49 demographic versus “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” “Jimmy Kimmel Live”, according to “live plus same day” figures from Nielsen Media Research.

RATINGS: JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE! Grows to a 4-Month High Among Adults 18-49
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 19, 2019


During the week of March 11, 2019, ABC's “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” grew over the prior week by 12% (518,000 vs. 461,000) to a 4-month high among Adults 18-49 – since the week of 11/12/18.

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