THRILL OF THE ROOKIE is Dubbed the Immigrants Bible
by Christina Mancuso - Jun 18, 2013
The new book- 'http://www.osazepage.com titled 'Thrill of the Rookie' talks about the political situation in Nigeria in the Mid 80's that led to the author of the book coming to the United States. The author then talks about incessant coup d'état, lack of basic human rights and corruptions which was and still a part of official government policy in his native country. As a result development was at a standstill, and individual standard of living was on a free-fall from which it could not recover.
NBA Eastern Conference Finals Game 7 Scores as TNT's Third Most-Watched Program of All Time
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 4, 2013
TNT's exclusive presentation of the 2013 NBA Eastern Conference Finals Game 7 between the Miami Heat and Indiana Pacers delivered a 7.1 U.S. HH rating and 11.5 million total viewers, based on Nielsen Fast Nationals, to become the third highest-rated and third most-viewed program in the history of the network. Last night's Game 7 ranks as TNT's highest-rated and most-viewed NBA telecast in the network's 29-year history with the league and is the highest-rated and most-viewed NBA game across all of television (broadcast and cable) this year.
'Samantha Jones' Headed to THE CARRIE DIARIES for Season 2
by Tyler Peterson - May 16, 2013
The CW announced today that SEX AND THE CITY's Jones (originally played by Kim Cattrall) will hit the New York scene for season two on the one-hour prequel series. As of now, no one has been cast as the infamously free and promiscuous character.
AS IS to Open at the Finborough Theatre This August
by Kelsey Denette - May 9, 2013
The first London production since the 1987 UK premiere of William M. Hoffman's As Is opens at the Finborough Theatre for a four week limited season on Tuesday, 6 August 2013 (Press Night: Thursday, 8 August at 7.30pm), directed by multi-award-winning director Andrew Keates.
Tobin Center for the Performing Arts Names Michael Fresher as President/CEO
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 30, 2013
Michael J. Fresher has been named President and Chief Executive Officer of the Tobin Center for the Performing Arts (www.tobincenter.org), which is owned and will be operated by the Bexar County Performing Arts Center Foundation. He will assume his new position in San Antonio on May 21. Foundation Chairman J. Bruce Bugg Jr. made the announcement.
Tim McCarver to Step Down as Lead MLB Analyst on FOX
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 27, 2013
Tim McCarver, who for three decades has been baseball's premier television analyst, announced today that he is stepping down from his lead MLB on FOX position upon conclusion of this season's World Series.
Photo Flash: First Look at The Acting Company/Guthrie's Production of AS YOU LIKE IT
by BWW News Desk - Jan 16, 2013
The Acting Company and the Guthrie Theater present a national tour of Shakespeare's As You Like It running from January through April 2013. Rehearsing in New York, performances began at the Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis on January 13 and will run through February 4 before leaving on a cross country tour to 29 cities in 22 states. It will play at New York's famed New Victory Theater March 1-10. Dan Rothenberg, Artistic Director of Philadelphia's Pig Iron Theatre has directed Shakespeare's lushly lighthearted comedy. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the production below.
Art Institute Appoints Judith Russi Kirshner as Deputy Director for Education, Woman's Board Endowed Chair
by BWW News Desk - Jan 15, 2013
The Art Institute of Chicago has announced the appointment of Judith Russi Kirshner as the museum's new Deputy Director for Education and Woman's Board Endowed Chair following a national search. In this newly created position, Kirshner will evaluate all of the museum's educational efforts, collaborations, and partnership programs, and work across the museum and the city to shape a future-oriented and holistic approach to education, outreach, programs, and audiences. Kirshner's appointment reflects a renewed and systematic effort on the part of the Art Institute to expand the museum's audience, enrich the experience of all visitors, and improve access to the museum's renowned collections and exhibitions. She will assume her new position at the Art Institute on March 1, 2013.
Kathleen Marshall Honored as Distinguished Daughter of Pennsylvania
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 10, 2012
Governor Tom Corbett and First Lady Susan Corbett today recognized eight outstanding women as this year's Distinguished Daughters of Pennsylvania. The women were honored at the Governor's Residence in Harrisburg where they were presented with medals and citations for their achievements.
Merry-Go-Round's NUNSENSE Proves That it is Habit-Forming
by Josh Austin - Oct 7, 2012
When 52 nuns have died of botulism and funds need to be quickly scored to bury the remaining four, what is a convent to do? Well, the Little Sisters of Hoboken will host a variety show titled NUNSENSE.
Photo Flash: Tom Hanks, Marines and More See AS YOU LIKE IT at Shakespeare Center of LA
by BWW News Desk - Jul 19, 2012
The Shakespeare Center of Los Angeles (SCLA), under the artistic direction of Ben Donenberg, returns after 16 years to The Japanese Garden on the grounds of the VA West Los Angeles Healthcare Center Campus with a summer production of William Shakespeare's romantic comedy "As You Like It," directed by Royal Shakespeare Company artist Kenn Sabberton, now through July 29. Tom Hanks and his wife actress Rita Wilson were spotted at the July 18th performance. Check out the photos from the evening's arrivals below!
Tessa Thompson Leads Shakespeare Center of Los Angeles' AS YOU LIKE IT, Now thru 7/29
by BWW News Desk - Jul 10, 2012
The Shakespeare Center of Los Angeles (SCLA), under the artistic direction of Ben Donenberg, returns after 16 years to The Japanese Garden on the grounds of the VA West Los Angeles Healthcare Center Campus with a summer production of William Shakespeare's romantic comedy "As You Like It," directed by Royal Shakespeare Company artist Kenn Sabberton - tonight, July 10 to July 29.
Tessa Thompson Leads Shakespeare Center of Los Angeles' AS YOU LIKE IT, 7/10-29
by BWW News Desk - Jun 7, 2012
The Shakespeare Center of Los Angeles (SCLA), under the artistic direction of Ben Donenberg, returns after 16 years to The Japanese Garden on the grounds of the VA West Los Angeles Healthcare Center Campus with a summer production of William Shakespeare's romantic comedy "As You Like It," directed by Royal Shakespeare Company artist Kenn Sabberton - July 10 to 29.
Australian Musical Theatre Star Anthony Warlow is 'Daddy Warbucks' in Broadway's New ANNIE
by Robert Diamond - Jun 3, 2012
Australia's preeminent musical theatre and opera star Anthony Warlow will make his Broadway debut as billionaire Daddy Warbucks in the new production of ANNIE, the Tony Award-winning classic musical. ANNIE opens November 8 at the Palace Theatre (1567 Broadway at 47th Street). Previews begin October 3. Warlow stars opposite two-time Tony Award-winner Katie Finneran as Miss Hannigan and 11-year-old Lilla Crawford (Billy Elliot) as Annie.
Photo Flash: Amanda Seyfried as 'Cosette' in LES MIS!
by Jessica Lewis - Apr 20, 2012
JustJared.com has revealed an early look at Amanda Seyfried on the set of the Les Miserables film in London while on a break from shooting. Seyfried, who stars as Cosette in the film, is no stranger to movie musicals, having starred in the film version of Mamma Mia! alongside Meryl Streep. The film is set for a December 7, 2012 release.
Photo Flash: First Look at Anne Hathaway as 'Fantine' in LES MISERABLES!
by Jessica Lewis - Apr 19, 2012
Popsugar.com has revealed a sneak peek look at Anne Hathaway on the set of the Les Miserables film in London! Hathaway is playing the troubled Fantine in the film, which is set for a December 7, 2012 release. Check her out alongside the film's Jean Valjean below!
New York Stage and Film Welcomes Thomas Pearson as Executive Director
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 29, 2012
New York Stage and Film (Johanna Pfaelzer, Artistic Director; Mark Linn-Baker, Max Mayer, Leslie Urdang, Producing Directors) has announced that respected theatrical literary agent Thomas Pearson has joined the company as Executive Director, effective immediately.
BWW Reviews: Old Globe San Diego's A ROOM WITH A VIEW is an Elegant Theatre Experience
by Don Grigware - Mar 13, 2012
'People who smile at nothing are capable of anything', claims rigidly proper Charlotte Bartlett (Karen Ziemba), cousin and ward/chaperone to Lucy Honeychurch (Ephie Aardema) in the world premiere musical whose book is taken from the novel by E. M. Forster and the 1985 Merchant/Ivory film A Room with a View. In 1908, Brits followed propriety to the letter; rules and regulations governed very closely the way they spoke and acted. So, when they traveled to Florence, Italy or anywhere outside of Britania, for that matter, as is the case in Act I, they carry their Baedeker or guide book and refer to it, as a religious fanatic would a bible. Now onstage at the Old Globe, San Diego, A Room with a View is a beautifully written and executed musical by Marc Acito and Jeffrey Stock with impeccably detailed staging by Scott Schwartz. It also boasts a phenomenal cast and magnificent art direction, with exquisite sets by Hedi Ettinger and period perfect costumes by Judith Dolan.