Conceived by one of the creators of the long-running New York hit 'Tony n' Tina's Wedding,' The Water Coolers celebrate - and skewer - work, life, and balancing the two. From pretending you understand what the IT guy is saying ('The IT Cowboy') to fending off aggressive salesparents ('Who Will Buy This Crap For My Kid's School') to the inflated inner dialogue of the cute guy in the office ('Male Office Hottie') The Water Coolers reveal the underpinnings of workplace life in hilarious and insightful songs and sketches performed by Broadway veterans.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, stage veterans Melora Hardin, Amy Ryan and Kathy Bates will return to 'The Office' in its seventh season to reprise their roles on the hit show. Hardin will return as Dunder Mifflin executive and Michael's flame, Jan Levinson. Ryan will return as Holly from HR, and Bates will appear as Sabre CEO, Jo Bennett.
Conceived by one of the creators of the long-running New York hit 'Tony n' Tina's Wedding,' The Water Coolers celebrate - and skewer - work, life, and balancing the two. From pretending you understand what the IT guy is saying ('The IT Cowboy') to fending off aggressive salesparents ('Who Will Buy This Crap For My Kid's School') to the inflated inner dialogue of the cute guy in the office ('Male Office Hottie') The Water Coolers reveal the underpinnings of workplace life in hilarious and insightful songs and sketches performed by Broadway veterans.
The comedic genius of Mel Brooks shines in this musical stage version of his original movie. Down and out Broadway producer, Max Bialystock gets a visit from a chronically nervous accountant, Leo Bloom. While inspecting Max's questionable books, Leo poses the purely academic notion that a producer could make more money with a flop than with a hit. Max immediately enlists the reluctant Leo as his partner. They read mountains of scripts until they discover Springtime for Hitler, written by a former Nazi who adored the Fuhrer. What could be less appealing? Next they hire the most ridiculously outrageous director to guarantee a monumental failure. Max uses his unique charm with wealthy old ladies to raise the funds, while Leo runs the office with the newly hired assistant, Ulla, a Swedish bombshell. They are sure to be unsuccessful and rich. They look forward to opening night boos, but before the curtain closes it is apparent that the show is a huge hit! They can never repay the investors. Where did they go right?
Creed Bratton from NBC's 'The Office' (Thursdays, 9-9:30 p.m. ET) makes a special appearance in this week's episode of NBC Universal Digital Studios series 'In Gayle We Trust' available at and clips and interviews are available at nbc.epk.tv.
The comedic genius of Mel Brooks shines in this musical stage version of his original movie. Down and out Broadway producer, Max Bialystock gets a visit from a chronically nervous accountant, Leo Bloom. While inspecting Max's questionable books, Leo poses the purely academic notion that a producer could make more money with a flop than with a hit. Max immediately enlists the reluctant Leo as his partner. They read mountains of scripts until they discover Springtime for Hitler, written by a former Nazi who adored the Fuhrer. What could be less appealing? Next they hire the most ridiculously outrageous director to guarantee a monumental failure. Max uses his unique charm with wealthy old ladies to raise the funds, while Leo runs the office with the newly hired assistant, Ulla, a Swedish bombshell. They are sure to be unsuccessful and rich. They look forward to opening night boos, but before the curtain closes it is apparent that the show is a huge hit! They can never repay the investors. Where did they go right?
NBC's upcoming fall season features additional guest stars, including the return of Kathy Bates to 'The Office' (Thursdays, 9-9:30 p.m. ET). In addition, Drew Carey ('The Price Is Right,' 'The Drew Carey Show') and Rob Corddry ('Hot Tub Time Machine') make guest appearances on 'Community' (Thursdays, 8-8:30 p.m. ET).
NBC's upcoming fall season features additional guest stars, including the return of Kathy Bates to 'The Office' (Thursdays, 9-9:30 p.m. ET). In addition, Drew Carey ('The Price Is Right,' 'The Drew Carey Show') and Rob Corddry ('Hot Tub Time Machine') make guest appearances on 'Community' (Thursdays, 8-8:30 p.m. ET).
NBC's network-wide, social media affinity program 'Fan It' (www.nbc.com/fanit) continues to reward dedicated fans with unprecedented access, priceless opportunities and one-of-a-kind prizes just for promoting its shows online. New rewards for fans include a walk-on role on new primetime series 'The Event,' exclusive early pilot screenings of Jerry Bruckheimer's 'Chase,' coveted 'The Biggest Loser' finale tickets, access to the Comic-Con panels for 'The Event' and 'The Cape,' Emmy Award red-carpet access, autographed merchandise from NBC series such as 'Chuck' and 'The Office,' NBC.com guest blogger experiences and more.
Deadline.com reports that Melora Hardin (CHICAGO, 'The Office') will be joining NBC's new drama 'Outlaw' in a recurring role. She will also return to NBC's 'The Office' for multiple episodes in Steve Carell's final season.
The comedic genius of Mel Brooks shines in this musical stage version of his original movie. Down and out Broadway producer, Max Bialystock gets a visit from a chronically nervous accountant, Leo Bloom. While inspecting Max's questionable books, Leo poses the purely academic notion that a producer could make more money with a flop than with a hit. Max immediately enlists the reluctant Leo as his partner. They read mountains of scripts until they discover Springtime for Hitler, written by a former Nazi who adored the Fuhrer. What could be less appealing? Next they hire the most ridiculously outrageous director to guarantee a monumental failure. Max uses his unique charm with wealthy old ladies to raise the funds, while Leo runs the office with the newly hired assistant, Ulla, a Swedish bombshell. They are sure to be unsuccessful and rich. They look forward to opening night boos, but before the curtain closes it is apparent that the show is a huge hit! They can never repay the investors. Where did they go right?
Inspired fans of NBC's hit comedy 'The Office' (Thursdays, 9-9:30 p.m. ET) can now re-create their own re-imagined version of a segment from the 'Murder' episode and upload it to NBC.com.
MONOPOLY®: "The Office" Collector's Edition, hits store shelves this June and is the first and only game that combines the classic risk taking, deal making MONOPOLY® game play with the popular television comedy where fans of the comedy will vie for control of their favorite "Office" locations.
Experience the formidable talents of the blonde bombshell, Melora Hardin who, for the first time, is taking her act on the road. Star of NBC?s 'The Office,' Broadway?s 'Chicago' and multiple #1 box office movie hits, Hardin delivers an evocative evening of music laced with sultry humor, standards, Broadway and original songs.
Experience the formidable talents of the blonde bombshell, Melora Hardin who, for the first time, is taking her act on the road. Star of NBC?s 'The Office,' Broadway?s 'Chicago' and multiple #1 box office movie hits, Hardin delivers an evocative evening of music laced with sultry humor, standards, Broadway and original songs.
Paced by strong ratings from its Thursday comedy lineup opposite NCAA basketball, NBC averaged a 1.9 rating, 6 share in adults 18-49 and 6.1 million viewers overall for the week of March 8-14, according to in-home viewing figures from Nielsen Media Research.
Experience the formidable talents of the blonde bombshell, Melora Hardin who, for the first time, is taking her act on the road. Star of NBC?s 'The Office,' Broadway?s 'Chicago' and multiple #1 box office movie hits, Hardin delivers an evocative evening of music laced with sultry humor, standards, Broadway and original songs.
Join Heeb Magazine and the Office of Cultural Affairs at the Consulate General of Israel for the Oscar party in celebrating the past year in Jewish and Israeli cinema-including Best Feature Nominees Inglourious Basterds and A Serious Man and Best Foreign Language Nominee Ajami.
Join Heeb Magazine and the Office of Cultural Affairs at the Consulate General of Israel for the Oscar party in celebrating the past year in Jewish and Israeli cinema-including Best Feature Nominees Inglourious Basterds and A Serious Man and Best Foreign Language Nominee Ajami.
Broadway vet Merle Dandridge will be featured on an upcoming episode of ABC's 'The Deep End.' Dandridge will be featured on an episode entitled, 'The Innocent Man,' where Addy's long-distance boyfriend surprises her at the office. The episode will air Thursday, February 18th from 8:00-9:00 p.m., ET, on the ABC Television Network.
Broadway vet Merle Dandridge will be featured on an upcoming episode of ABC's 'The Deep End.' Dandridge will be featured on an episode entitled, 'The Innocent Man,' where Addy's long-distance boyfriend surprises her at the office. The episode will air Thursday, February 18th from 8:00-9:00 p.m., ET, on the ABC Television Network.
Multi-talented Golden Globe and Emmy Award winner Ricky Gervais ('The Invention of Lying,' 'The Office') will host 'The 67th Annual Golden Globe Awards' on Sunday, January 17, 2010 on NBC. This year's show will be broadcast live coast-to-coast from 5-8 p.m. (PT) and 8-11 p.m. (ET) from the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills. This marks the first time the telecast has had a host since 1995.
Following the complete sell out UK tour of Ricky Gervais' new stand up show, SCIENCE, at last he is coming to London.
For the 13th year Centaur Theatre Company presents the Annual Wildside Festival, a selection of cutting-edge plays that celebrate the spirit of independent theatre. This season the Wildside Festival will feature creations by some of Montreal's most amazing female artists as well as one show by an artist making waves in Toronto. From January 5th- 17th catch six plays in repertory, including the OFF THE MAIN winner (Centaur's Best of the Montreal Fringe award), My Pregnant Brother.
An evening of hilarious stand-up comedy starring Craig Robinson, star of the NBC hit 'The Office,' 'Pineapple Express,' and 'Knocked Up.'
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