Feeling nostalgic for the 1980s? The North Shore Music Theatre reminds us what office life was like back then in '9 to 5: The Musical,' based on the film and the Dolly Parton hit song. The production is acted and staged extremely well, but the songs are forgettable and the book is tough to swallow in our era of cynicism.
Today we are talking to a busy and very recognizable actress who has appeared in over 100 TV and film properties since her debut in the 1970s and just this year played arcs on both the freshly-minted 2012 Emmy-winning Best Drama HOMELAND, as well as HBO's hit nighttime vampire series TRUE BLOOD - the accomplished and arresting Linda Purl. Discussing her roles on the hit HBO and Showtime series she has appeared on this year as well as her recent multi-episode stint on NBC's THE OFFICE, Purl sheds some light on her long and rich career and also shares stories from the sets of some of her most famous forays - HAPPY DAYS, VISITING HOURS and more included. Additionally, we shed some light on her upcoming two-night-stand at Feinstein's At Loews Regency, MIDNIGHT CARAVAN… TRAVELS THROUGH THE GREAT NEW YORK NIGHTCLUBS, with special guest Desi Arnaz, Jr., and she sets the stage for what we can expect from the noir-inspired cabaret piece featuring songs of the 1940s and 50s. Furthermore, Purl opens up about her theatrical roots - starring in plays and musicals like OLIVER, THE KING & I and THE MIRACLE WORKER growing up overseas, as well as observing no less than Tennessee Williams, a friend of her parents, as he oversaw a Tokyo production of IN THE BAR OF A TOKYO HOTEL and resided with the clan; and, later starring on Broadway in THE ADVENTURES OF TOM SAWYER,GETTING AND SPENDING and in regional revivals, such as six seasons at Williamstown and A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE at LA's Rubicon. Additionally, she gives insight into many notable friends and collaborators - Edith Head, Angela Lansbury, Lucille Ball, Desi Arnaz, Laurence Olivier, Kim Hunter, Robby Benson and others. Plus, first news on the forthcoming studio album of MIDNIGHT CARAVAN - and much, much more!
Today we are talking to a busy and very recognizable actress who has appeared in over 100 TV and film properties since her debut in the 1970s and just this year played arcs on both the freshly-minted 2012 Emmy-winning Best Drama HOMELAND, as well as HBO's hit nighttime vampire series TRUE BLOOD - the accomplished and arresting Linda Purl. Discussing her roles on the hit HBO and Showtime series she has appeared on this year as well as her recent multi-episode stint on NBC's THE OFFICE, Purl sheds some light on her long and rich career and also shares stories from the sets of some of her most famous forays - HAPPY DAYS, VISITING HOURS and more included. Additionally, we shed some light on her upcoming two-night-stand at Feinstein's At Loews Regency, MIDNIGHT CARAVAN… TRAVELS THROUGH THE GREAT NEW YORK NIGHTCLUBS, with special guest Desi Arnaz, Jr., and she sets the stage for what we can expect from the noir-inspired cabaret piece featuring songs of the 1940s and 50s. Furthermore, Purl opens up about her theatrical roots - starring in plays and musicals like OLIVER, THE KING & I and THE MIRACLE WORKER growing up overseas, as well as observing no less than Tennessee Williams, a friend of her parents, as he oversaw a Tokyo production of IN THE BAR OF A TOKYO HOTEL and resided with the clan; and, later starring on Broadway in THE ADVENTURES OF TOM SAWYER,GETTING AND SPENDING and in regional revivals, such as six seasons at Williamstown and A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE at LA's Rubicon. Additionally, she gives insight into many notable friends and collaborators - Edith Head, Angela Lansbury, Lucille Ball, Desi Arnaz, Laurence Olivier, Kim Hunter, Robby Benson and others. Plus, first news on the forthcoming studio album of MIDNIGHT CARAVAN - and much, much more!
EWonline reports that Stephen Colbert will pay a visit to the offices of Dunder Mifflin in the THE OFFICE's special Halloween episode. The Colbert Report host will portray 'Broccoli Rob' on the episode, described as 'a former member of Here Comes Treble, Andy's a cappella group.'
THE OFFICE BEGINS ITS FINAL SEASON tonight, September 20, 2012 at 9:00 PM and Phyllis Smith sounds off on playing her final season as Phyllis on the hit show.
THE OFFICE BEGINS ITS FINAL SEASON tonight, September 20, 2012 at 9:00 PM and Clark Duke talks about joining the cast!
THE OFFICE BEGINS ITS FINAL SEASON tonight, September 20, 2012 at 9:00 PM and Jake Lacy talks about joining the cast as 'Pete'.
THE OFFICE BEGINS ITS FINAL SEASON tonight, September 20, 2012 at 9:00 PM and Catherine Tate talks about returning as Nellie.
THE OFFICE BEGINS ITS FINAL SEASON tonight, September 20, 2012 at 9:00 PM and Creed Bratton talks all about the show's kick off!
THE OFFICE BEGINS ITS FINAL SEASON tonight, September 20, 2012 at 9:00 PM and Oscar Nunez talks about playing Oscar Martinez.
THE OFFICE BEGINS ITS FINAL SEASON tonight, September 20, 2012 at 9:00 PM and Craig Robinson talks about his final season playing Darryl Philbin.
THE OFFICE BEGINS ITS FINAL SEASON tonight, September 20, 2012 at 9:00 PM and Brian Baumgartner talks about entering his final season as Kevin Malone.
THE OFFICE BEGINS ITS FINAL SEASON tonight, September 20, 2012 at 9:00 PM and here Kate Flannery talks about Meredith's final season.
THE OFFICE BEGINS ITS FINAL SEASON tonight, September 20, 2012 at 9:00 PM and here Ellie Kemper takls about playing Erin Hannon.
THE OFFICE BEGINS ITS FINAL SEASON tonight, September 20, 2012 at 9:00 PM and here's Angela Kinsey talking about 'Angela'.
THE OFFICE BEGINS ITS FINAL SEASON tonight, September 20, 2012 at 9:00 PM and here's Jenna Fischer, aka Pam!
THE OFFICE BEGINS ITS FINAL SEASON tonight, September 20, 2012 at 9:00 PM and here is John Krasinski!
THE OFFICE BEGINS ITS FINAL SEASON tonight, September 20, 2012 at 9:00 PM and here is Ed Helms aka Andy Bernard!
THE OFFICE BEGINS ITS FINAL SEASON on September 20, 2012 at 9:00 PM and Phyllis Smith sounds off on playing her final season as Phyllis on the hit show.
THE OFFICE BEGINS ITS FINAL SEASON on September 20, 2012 at 9:00 PM and Clark Duke talks about joining the cast!
THE OFFICE BEGINS ITS FINAL SEASON on September 20, 2012 at 9:00 PM and Jake Lacy talks about joining the cast as 'Pete'.
THE OFFICE BEGINS ITS FINAL SEASON on September 20, 2012 at 9:00 PM and Catherine Tate talks about returning as Nellie.
THE OFFICE BEGINS ITS FINAL SEASON on September 20, 2012 at 9:00 PM and Creed Bratton talks all about the show's kick off!
THE OFFICE BEGINS ITS FINAL SEASON on September 20, 2012 at 9:00 PM and Oscar Nunez talks about playing Oscar Martinez.
THE OFFICE BEGINS ITS FINAL SEASON on September 20, 2012 at 9:00 PM and Craig Robinson talks about his final season playing Darryl Philbin.
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