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Based on the much-loved novel by Ian McEwan (Atonement) and brought to the big screen by director Richard Eyre (Notes on a Scandal, Iris), THE CHILDREN ACT is a compelling and powerful drama telling the story of Fiona Maye (Emma Thompson), an eminent high court judge presiding over ethically complex cases. As the demands of her job cause her marriage to Jack (Stanley Tucci) to reach tipping point, Fiona is asked to rule on the case of Adam (Fionn Whitehead), a brilliant young boy who is refusing a life-saving blood transfusion on religious grounds. With her private life in turmoil, Fiona finds herself drawn into the case, taking the unorthodox step of halting proceedings in order to visit Adam in hospital. As the two form a profound connection and powerful emotions come to light, Fiona's judgement is put to the test with momentous consequences as she must ultimately decide whether Adam lives or dies.

Anna Robertson has been named vice president, Growth and Partnerships for the ABC Owned Television Stations; it was announced today by Wendy McMahon, president, ABC OTVS. 

It's hard to imagine that Daugherty's softness and subtlety could materialize amid the tumult of current-day Charlottesville, Virginia, but every mode of being continues there, as it does elsewhere, despite the impressions headlines might give. Political outrage seems to inhabit every mental space in modernity implying that the most important problems are the most visible. Societal ills being what they are, private struggles still exist - 'Light' gives them palatable, manageable, and satisfying form.

The Women's Forum of New York will present the 8th Annual Elly Awards Luncheon benefiting The Education Fund of the Women's Forum on Monday, June 18th at The Plaza Hotel in New York City. The awards, named for the Women's Forum founder Elinor Guggenheimer, will honor outstanding women leaders. This year marks the 31th anniversary of the Education Fund of the Women's Forum, which has helped over 220 women age 35 and over, whose lives have been disrupted by extreme adversity, complete their college degrees.

Accomplished Singer/Actress Alicia Witt announces 15,000 DAYS, her EP set for release on August 24. Billboard recently premiered “Younger,” the first single off the album.  Witt reflects on the track, “When we are younger, when we are 17 or 18, we kind of know exactly who we are. I think I'm a much more similar person to that version of me now than I was a few years ago.  So I wrote the song, thinking of how to appeal to that side in somebody else and to have that little child version of you connecting, and letting that be your authentic self, as you go out into the world as an adult.” Listen and purchase “Younger” here.

Party Pupils (MAX + RyanEXOE) channel the ocean waves and summertime breeze on their Dim Mak single 'Sax On The Beach,' featuring a contagious saxophone riff played by Big Gigantic's Dominic Lalli. Hot off a strong run at radio in the US with his “Lights Down Low” single hitting top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 and surpassing 200M on-demand streams, MAX's seductive vocals glisten over a smooth electro-funk production, creating a saxified groove for the ages.

As of Friday June 1, HBO Europe's original productions HEAD OVER HEELS and WHEN SHALL WE KISS are available to stream for HBO U.S. subscribers on HBO NOW, HBO GO, HBO On Demand, as well as on partners' streaming platforms.

Broadway star Sutton Foster guest stars in this week's episode of INSTINCT on CBS starring Alan Cumming. Check out photos from the episode below! 

Today, Los Angeles-based alt-folk duo Freedom Fry, composed of Parisian-born Marie Seyrat and Michigan-born Bruce Driscoll, release their long-awaited debut albumClassic. Highlighted by harmonic vocals and sunshine-flecked feel-good rhythms, the twelve-track collection sees the couple emerge with their most ambitious work to date.

Singer-songwriter and Season 10 American Idol finalist Haley Reinhart has confirmed a June 1, 2018 release date for her brand-new song “Last Kiss Goodbye” from her forthcoming Concord Records album due later this year.

Lindsay Lohan opens up about her ex Samantha Ronson and her alleged hookup list in this round of Plead the Fifth on Watch What Happens Live!

Director John Krasinski's “sensationally gripping” (Justin Chang, Los Angeles Times), “heart-pounding” (Stephen Whitty, New York Daily News) and “mind-blowingly tense” (Isaac Feldberg, The Boston Globe) film A QUIET PLACE debuts on Digital June 26, 2018 and on 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack, Blu-ray Combo Pack and DVD July 10 from Paramount Home Media Distribution.

The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) and Slaight Music announced today that submissions are now open for the fourth annual Allan Slaight JUNO Master Class. The ongoing initiative provides mentorship and industry insights to guide three winners through the development of their music careers, culminating with the opportunity to attend and perform at the 2019 JUNO Awards.

An innovator, a tastemaker, a dance music icon. Whenever Chicago native, Brooklyn-based star Tommie Sunshine turns up with another one of his seminal productions, you can pretty much feel the magnitude of the crowd's cheers and its aftershocks from miles out. Such is the case with 'Lately', Tommie Sunshine's brand-new team-up with Russian duo Funk Machine and American songstress Sabrina Signs, and subsequently his debut release on Amsterdam-based record label Armada Music as well.

KYW-TV Philadelphia news anchor Jessica Dean will guest co-host on the Daytime Emmy Award-winning talk show, THE TALK, Tuesday, June 5 (2:00-3:00 PM, ET), joining hosts Julie Chen, Eve, Sara Gilbert, Sharon Osbourne and Sheryl Underwood with scheduled guest, singer Meghan Trainor.

Atlantic recording artist Josie Dunne has announced today's release of her debut EP. “TO BE THE LITTLE FISH” is available today at all digital music retailers and streaming services.

After a six-year hiatus, beloved Chicago indie-rock outfit Maps & Atlases return today with their new album Lightlessness Is Nothing New, out on their longtime label Barsuk Records. 'Produced by experimental-indie veteran Scott Solter (The Mountain Goats, John Vanderslice, Okkervil River), the record reveals a dynamic reboot of the band's signature math rock sound; its infusion of lively synth pop sounds reflects frontman Dave Davison's quest to confront his anxiety and grief over the death of his father with optimism and hope for a brighter day.

Lily Allen – one of the U.K.'s most influential songwriters and cultural commentators – will launch her first North American tour in four years on October 5 at The Observatory in Santa Ana, CA. The run also includes a show at The Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles (October 8) and a concert at New York City's Terminal 5 (October 20). Lily will also headline a number of UK and European festivals this summer. See below for itinerary.

Star Kevin Hart and producer Will Packer, who partnered for the hit Ride Along and Think Like a Man series, bring their signature style toNight School. The comedy from director Malcolm D. Lee (Girls Trip) follows a group of misfits who are forced to attend adult classes in the longshot chance they'll pass the GED exam.

The Smiths' guitar legend and NME's “God-Like Genius” award-winner, Johnny Marr, has announced a Fall US tour in support of his forthcoming album Call The Comet. Following a quick and fully sold-out jaunt to Toronto, NYC, LA and San Francisco this summer, Marr and his band will return post-album release for an extensive coast-to-coast run that includes Nashville, Portland, Austin, Boston and Philly, as well as Mexico City and two dates in Canada. Tickets are on-sale at JohnnyMarr.com and full list of dates is below.