Thomas Smith News

? On Monday, September 21st, Michael-Leon Wooley's popular TRIPLE THREAT concert series presents an extraordinary evening benefiting CLUB 21 and moms of children with Down syndrome.

Producer Scott Griffin has announced that due to popular demand, DRUNK SHAKESPEARE will extend Off-Broadway through September 2015.

Bill Hanney's award-winning North Shore Music Theatre presents an all-new production of the world's most popular musical, LES MISERABLES. The Tony Award-winning masterpiece has thrilled audiences around the world and will now be presented in a unique in-the-round production. LES MISERABLES begins performances on Tuesday, October 28 and has been extended thru Sunday, November 16. Press night is scheduled for Wednesday, October 29 at 7:30 pm. Check out a first look at the production below!

Producer Scott Griffin is proud to announce that due to popular demand, Drunk Shakespeare will transfer Off-Broadway. Drunk Shakespeare - the irreverent and outrageous new interactive theatrical experience directed by David Hudson - will move to a brand new venue on November 1 at The Lounge at Roy Arias Stages (300 West 43rd Street at 8th Avenue), after recently ending its run at Quinn's Bar. Compared to 'a live-action 'Drunk History' by Time Out New York, the show was called 'zany' by The New York Times and 'riotous' by Exeunt Magazine. The new ticket price will be $54. For tickets and more information, please visit www.DrunkShakespeare.com.

Bill Hanney's award-winning North Shore Music Theatre presents an all-new production of the world's most popular musical, LES MISERABLES. The Tony Award-winning masterpiece has thrilled audiences around the world and will now be presented in a unique in-the-round production. LES MISERABLES begins performances on Tuesday, October 28 and has been extended thru Sunday, November 16. Press night is scheduled for Wednesday, October 29 at 7:30 pm

Producer Scott Griffin has announced that due to popular demand, DRUNK SHAKESPEARE will extend a second time. DRUNK SHAKESPEARE, the irreverent and outrageous new theatrical experience directed by David Hudson will now play through October 18, 2014 at Quinn's Bar Upstairs (356 West 44th Street, 2nd Floor). For tickets and more information, please visit www.DrunkShakespeare.com.

American Book Fest announced that 'HEARTBEAT: Musings on Leather and Leadership' by Thomas Smith (Alternate Publishing) has been honored as a finalist in The 2014 International Book Awards (IBA) in the category of Gay and Lesbian Nonfiction on May 21, 2014. Thomas Smith said, 'This is great national recognition and I am beyond thrilled!' 'Heartbeat: Musings on Leather and Leadership' is recognized in the category of Gay and Lesbian: Non-Fiction. Jeffrey Keen, President and CEO of American Book Fest, says of the awards, 'The 2014 results represent a phenomenal mix of books from a wide array of publishers throughout the world.' 'HEARTBEAT: Musings on Leather and Leadership' is a collection of provocative essays. The book is based on the author's experience spanning over thirty plus years as a community leader. This book takes a look into the leather tribe, traditions, history and leadership. Inside perspective and practical tips are delivered and are meaningful to those interested in being better leaders. The book is especially relevant to those working with clubs, organizations, non-profits, and to improve individual skills and knowledge in the leather subculture. This book is based on the traditions of the 'unbroken chain' where those that go before pass on their expertise and knowledge to those who are coming up. The print book is available from Amazon, Barnes & Noble and independent bookstores. The E-Book version is available for Kindle. Thomas Smith was honored as an Award Winning Author in the 2013 International Book Awards and the 2013 USA Best Book Awards. Thomas created a popular leadership forum online as a resource for leaders and is a former Chair and Board member for the Leather Leadership Conference. Thomas was a state and international titleholder - Mr. Kentucky Leather 1997 and Mr. International Rubber 1999.

In 2009, the Fulton Theatre production of LES MISERABLES broke all previous Fulton box office records and its sold-out run was extended two weeks. Now, it appears that history is repeating itself, and the Fulton is responding by extending the run of its upcoming production of LES MISERABLES until July 13, 2014, two weeks after its previously announced closing date.

Forty-one students from 23 U.S. colleges and universities as well as 10 students from foreign universities have been selected as finalists in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 41st Student Academy Awards competition.

The new musical play by Artistic Director Marc Robin and Curt Dale Clark is funny, family-friendly... and a tribute to Fulton staff as well

Star of the stage and screen, Lou Diamond Phillips showcases his versatile acting chops in the highly-anticipated comedy short film 'Lucy in the Sky with Diamond,' today released by Writer and Director Joey Boukadakis, President of Jackal Media, which produced the short film.

Directors Guild of America President Taylor Hackford today announced the DGA's nominees for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Television and Commercials for the year 2012.

'Excited and Scared' - As Halloween approaches, Susan is forced to reveal her secret, sexy internet side job to a shocked Mike; Juanita becomes suspicious of Gabrielle's sudden interest in Grace; Lynette becomes concerned about Tom's mother's memory lapses; Bree learns a secret about Keith; and Paul is encouraged to take wife Beth out on a date in order to light a spark in their unromantic relationship, on 'Desperate Housewives,' SUNDAY, OCTOBER 31 (9:00-10:01 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

'Excited and Scared' - As Halloween approaches, Susan is forced to reveal her secret, sexy internet side job to a shocked Mike; Juanita becomes suspicious of Gabrielle's sudden interest in Grace; Lynette becomes concerned about Tom's mother's memory lapses; Bree learns a secret about Keith; and Paul is encouraged to take wife Beth out on a date in order to light a spark in their unromantic relationship, on 'Desperate Housewives,' SUNDAY, OCTOBER 31 (9:00-10:01 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

The Big Bang Theory: Episode 3.23: The Lunar Excitation

Prospect Theater Company's 2009-2010 Dark Night Series presents a Bakerloo Theatre Project production of Hamlet: What Dreams May Come.

Bakerloo Theatre Project's production of Hamlet, What Dreams May Come, created by award-winning playwright Adam Mathias (See Rock City & Other Destinations) and William Addis, will run at the West End Theater at 286 West 86th Street on February 6 at 3pm and February 7 and 8th at 8pm.

Prospect Theater Company's 2009-2010 Dark Night Series presents a Bakerloo Theatre Project production of Hamlet: What Dreams May Come.