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FASHION POLICE To Host 2012 Year End Special on E!, 12/28
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 20, 2012


Wonder who the biggest Fashole of 2012 is? Well, turn off the phone, grab a cozy blanket and a hot toddy and curl up on the couch for the show that has been an entire year in the making. E!'s 'Fashion Police 2012 Year End Special' offers the perfect start to the long holiday weekend, as fashion's fiercest foursome recap the year's most elegant fashion victories along with the most 'impressive' trainwrecks. And, what a year it has been! From the Red Carpets to the runways to just out and about, celebs have turned up fashion heat this year as never before, and the 'Fashion Police' team, comprised of Joan Rivers, Giuliana Rancic, Kelly Osbourne and George Kotsiopoulos, will be here for the most important hour of television any fashionista can watch in 2012.

Fall 2012 TV Awards - LIVE Update - 12/17!
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 17, 2012


Voting is now underway for the first Fall 2012 BWW TV Awards and continues through December 31, 2012. Winners will be announced in early January.

GLEE, BOARDWALK EMPIRE Among 44th NAACP Image Awards Nominees
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 12, 2012


The nominees for THE 44TH NAACP IMAGE AWARDS were announced today during a live press conference from the Paley Center for Media in Beverly Hills, CA. Anthony Anderson (Guys with Kids), Niecy Nash (The Soul Man), Yvette Nicole Brown (Community), Garcelle Beauvais (Flight), Tyler James Williams (Go On), and Zendaya (Shake It Up!) announced the categories and nominees.

ABC Leads NAACP's 2013 Image Award Nominations
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 11, 2012


The nominees for THE 44TH NAACP IMAGE AWARDS were announced today during a live press conference from the Paley Center for Media in Beverly Hills, CA. Anthony Anderson (Guys with Kids), Niecy Nash (The Soul Man), Yvette Nicole Brown (Community), Garcelle Beauvais (Flight), Tyler James Williams (Go On), and Zendaya (Shake It Up!) announced the categories and nominees.

BC BEAT Features New Work by John Carrafa, Jon Rua, Patrick McCollum, Karla Garcia, Ephraim Sykes and More!
by BWW News Desk - Dec 10, 2012


As night comes quicker and cold sets in, getting into BC BEAT tonight, December 10th, 7pm sharp seems like the best thing going. Walking into Cielo's warmly lit interior with Declan Bennett spinning music as the evening's dancers and choreographers glide around the room conversing and playing on the dance floor, it's easy to order a hot toddy from the bar and say hello to old and new friends. BC BEAT has become a staple for the Broadway community. It's an access point to new work, new people, and an inspiring sense of possibility.

National YoungArts Foundation Announces 2013 YoungArts Winners
by Kelsey Denette - Dec 7, 2012


The National YoungArts Foundation today announced its 2013 YoungArts Winners. Out of approximately 10,000 applications, 685 emerging young artists have been recognized for their outstanding work and accomplishments in one of nine disciplines across the visual, literary and performing arts fields. A complete list of the Winners is available online at this link.

TV Exclusive: Alfred Molina Recites 'A Visit From St. Nicholas' on A POEM IS...
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 5, 2012


Stage and screen star Alfred Molina recently took part in for Disney Junior's acclaimed short-form series 'A Poem Is…' by reciting Clement Moore's 'A Visit From St. Nicholas.' The episode premieres this Friday, December 7 at 8:55 a.m., ET/PT on Disney Channel. BroadwayWorld brings you an exclusive first look at the episode below!

Fall 2012 TV Awards - LIVE Update - 12/3!
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 3, 2012


Voting is now underway for the first Fall 2012 BWW TV Awards and continues through December 31, 2012. Winners will be announced in early January.

BWW Interviews: Holiday Concerts with Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops
by Joseph F. Panarello - Dec 4, 2012


Keith Lockhart, conductor of the Boston Pops, discusses the orchestra's holiday season. He also talks about appearances that Megan Hilty and Matthew Morrison will be making with them.

Kristin Chenoweth, Darren Criss, Andrew Rannells and More Join TREVOR LIVE, Honoring Katy Perry, Today
by BWW News Desk - Dec 2, 2012


Today, Dec. 2, 2012, The Trevor Project will present its annual benefit event, "Trevor Live" presented by Audi of America and Wells Fargo and directed by celebrated director, producer and choreographer Adam Shankman. This high-profile evening of music, comedy and entertainment will honor Audi of America with the Trevor 2020 Award and international superstar Katy Perry with the Trevor Hero Award.

Whoopi Goldberg, Raul Esparza to Guest on ABC's 666 PARK AVENUE Tonight
by TV News Desk - Dec 2, 2012


Academy Award-winner Whoopi Goldberg guest stars as Maris Elder and Broadway's Raul Esparza guest stars as Phillip Perez on tonight's December 2nd episode of the new ABC drama series 666 PARK AVENUE.

BC BEAT To Feature New Work by John Carrafa, Jon Rua, Patrick McCollum, Karla Garcia, Ephraim Sykes, And More! 12/10
by Patrick Nugent - Nov 27, 2012


BC BEAT is a Broadway choreography showcase and dance party for curious people in the know. BC BEAT returns to Cielo (18 Little West 12th Street) on Monday December 10, 2012. With online ticket sales benefiting New York Cares Hurricane Sandy Relief Projects, tickets are now available.

ABC Cancels 666 PARK AVENUE and LAST RESORT
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 16, 2012


ABC has officially decided not to pick up 666 PARK AVENUE and LAST RESORT for full seasons, Variety reports. The network will air the remaining episodes of the freshmen series.

Kristin Chenoweth, Darren Criss, Andrew Rannells and More Join TREVOR LIVE, Honoring Katy Perry, Dec 2
by BWW News Desk - Nov 16, 2012


On Sunday, Dec. 2, 2012, The Trevor Project will present its annual benefit event, "Trevor Live" presented by Audi of America and Wells Fargo and directed by celebrated director, producer and choreographer Adam Shankman. This high-profile evening of music, comedy and entertainment will honor Audi of America with the Trevor 2020 Award and international superstar Katy Perry with the Trevor Hero Award.

GMC TV Announces Holiday Season Line-Up
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 15, 2012


It's that time of year for holiday giving, eating, shopping and enjoying family entertainment. There's no better place to experience the uplifting and inspirational spirit of the season than on GMC TV, America's Christmas Channel, which today announced its biggest slate of holiday programming to date. Highlights include the premiere of the original GMC World Premiere Movie Christmas Angel, the cable premiere of The Waltons: The Homecoming: A Christmas Story, the landmark documentary GMC World Premiere Music Special 'A Very Special Christmas: 25 Years of Bringing Joy to the World' along with the premiere of Heartland Christmas movie and marathons of some of television's all-time great family-favorite series.

Photo Coverage: Inside the 2012 OVATION AWARDS!
by Lily Lim - Nov 15, 2012


The LA Stage Alliance Ovation Awards, celebrating theatrical excellence and achievement during the 2012 season, were presented last night, November 12, at the Los Angeles Theatre in downtown Los Angeles. Check out photos from inside the ceremony below!

Kady Z Appears on RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE, Releases Single 'Crashing Down'
by BWW News Desk - Nov 14, 2012


Kady Z was a dazzling diva on Monday night's RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars where she danced, sang and shook it all for the judges as a guest performer along with Kelly Osbourne and Jillian Hervey (daughter of Vanessa Williams) joined by guest judges Rosie Perez and Mary Wilson of The Supremes. Kady's new single "Crashing Down" is now available and featured on the iTunes main page and was recently premiered by The Huffington Post.

Photo Flash: Dionne Warwick Celebrates New Album with Gray Line New York 'Ride of Fame'
by BWW News Desk - Nov 13, 2012


On Monday, Gray Line New York, New York City's premier sightseeing and tourism company, inducted legendary musician Dionne Warwick into its Ride of Fame campaign as part of its new chapter "Immortal, It, Imminent", or "IIi". Warwick was on-hand for a ribbon-cutting ceremony, where a custom decal displaying her likeness on the front of the vehicle was unveiled. Check out photos from the event below!

Photo Flash: 2012 LA Stage Alliance Ovation Awards - Arrivals!
by BWW News Desk - Nov 13, 2012


The LA Stage Alliance Ovation Awards, celebrating theatrical excellence and achievement during the 2012 season, were presented last night, November 12, at the Los Angeles Theatre in downtown Los Angeles. Scroll below for photos of the arrivals, featuring hosts Jane Kaczmarek and Herbert Siguenza, the honorees and more!

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