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Everything Coming to Max in April Photo Everything Coming to Max in April
by Michael Major - March 22, 2024

Stream The Debut Of HBO Original Limited Series “The Sympathizer,” Max Original Unscripted Series “Conan O’Brien Must Go,” HBO Original Comedy Special “Alex Edelman: Just For Us,” HBO Original Documentary Series “The Jinx – Part Two” And “The Synanon Fix,” HBO Original Documentaries “Brandy Hellvill...
THE COLOR PURPLE Tops NAACP Image Award Nominations - Full List of Nominees! Photo THE COLOR PURPLE Tops NAACP Image Award Nominations - Full List of Nominees!
by Michael Major - January 25, 2024

The NAACP Image Award Nominations have been announced, with The Color Purple leading with a total of 16 nominations, with nods for Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Brooks, Taraji P. Henson, Colman Domingo, Corey Hawkins, Halle Bailey, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, and more. Check out the full list of nominations ...
Joseph Vecsey's Stand-Up Series To Return To Bay Street Theater in March Photo Joseph Vecsey's Stand-Up Series To Return To Bay Street Theater in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 22, 2024

Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts has revealed all-new line-up for the fifth iteration of this season's ALL STAR COMEDY series. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets!...
FAT HAM, Billy Porter & More Receive GLAAD Award Nominations Photo FAT HAM, Billy Porter & More Receive GLAAD Award Nominations
by Michael Major - January 17, 2024

GLAAD, the world's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization, has announced the nominees for the 35th Annual GLAAD Media Awards, including five Broadway shows, Billy Porter, Reneé Rapp, The Color Purple, High School Musical the Musical the Series, Gre...
Commonwealth Shakespeare Company The Cast And Creative Team Of Shakespeare's MACBETH Photo Commonwealth Shakespeare Company The Cast And Creative Team Of Shakespeare's MACBETH For Shakespeare On The Common
by A.A. Cristi - May 04, 2023

Commonwealth Shakespeare Company (CSC) and Steven Maler, Artistic Director, announce the complete cast and creative team for this summer's production of Shakespeare's tragedy Macbeth on the Boston Common....
Hollywood Club LA at The Woman's Club of Hollywood Will Present SINGER KATRINA AGUILA Photo Hollywood Club LA at The Woman's Club of Hollywood Will Present SINGER KATRINA AGUILAR IN CONCERT
by Blair Ingenthron - February 04, 2024

Join Singer Katrina Aguilar in Concert, a Benefit for Autism Care Today at Hollywood Club LA. The event, hosted by Christopher Tenney, will take place on Sunday, February 25, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. in Los Angeles. Get your tickets now!...
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center Lights Up Big Screen For April and May Films Photo Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center Lights Up Big Screen For April and May Films
by Stephi Wild - March 24, 2023

Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center is once again lighting up its big screen for the Spring. Learn more about the full lineup here!...
A TERRIBLE SHOW FOR TERRIBLE PEOPLE Selected for the 2023 Orlando Fringe Winter Mini- Photo A TERRIBLE SHOW FOR TERRIBLE PEOPLE Selected for the 2023 Orlando Fringe Winter Mini-Fest
by Blair Ingenthron - December 17, 2022

A TERRIBLE SHOW FOR TERRIBLE PEOPLE is an official selection in the ORLANDO FRINGE WINTER MINI-FEST 2023 taking place January 12-15. Creator and producer Bonnie He will be performing two shows at the new Fringe ArtsSpace Mainstage at 54 W. Church Street, Orlando, FL 32801....
The Colony Theatre Brings Back The Latinx Production Of THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK After Photo The Colony Theatre Brings Back The Latinx Production Of THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK After Sell Out Engagement
by A.A. Cristi - March 06, 2023

Due to overwhelming response to January's limited run, Burbank's Colony Theatre is bringing back the critically acclaimed 2018 LA production of The Diary of Anne Frank. ...
Julianna Margulies, Carol Kane & More To Join Museum Of Jewish Heritage For Community Photo Julianna Margulies, Carol Kane & More To Join Museum Of Jewish Heritage For Community Reading Of NIGHT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 23, 2024

Join Broadway and entertainment figures at the Museum of Jewish Heritage for a community reading of Elie Wiesel's Night in commemoration of International Holocaust Remembrance Day....
Roundabout Theatre Company Announces REFOCUS PROJECT, SEASON THREE Photo Roundabout Theatre Company Announces REFOCUS PROJECT, SEASON THREE
by Blair Ingenthron - April 27, 2023

Roundabout Theatre Company has announced the third season of The Refocus Project, its multi-year project to elevate and restore marginalized plays to the American canon. This year's series of readings will feature Asian American and Pacific Islander playwrights: Prince Gomolvilas, Velina Hasu Housto...
Feature: Passport to Broadway Returns with VIRTUAL BROADWAY GLOBAL AUDITION Photo Feature: Passport to Broadway Returns with VIRTUAL BROADWAY GLOBAL AUDITION
by Rakaputra Paputungan - December 04, 2022

New York-based Passport to Broadway returns with another program for Indonesian performers aspiring to be the next Broadway star. Passport to Broadway has previously worked with Indonesian students by providing various training programs, workshops, and information sessions in performing arts....
Goodspeed to Present New Works at the 18th Annual Festival of New Musicals Photo Goodspeed to Present New Works at the 18th Annual Festival of New Musicals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 06, 2023

Goodspeed Musicals has announced a Festival of New Musicals taking place in January. Stay tuned for exciting new productions and performances!...
Billy Porter and GLAAD President and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis Will Be Honored at New York Photo Billy Porter and GLAAD President and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis Will Be Honored at New York Stage and Film's 2023 Gala
by Stephi Wild - October 02, 2023

New York Stage and Film's 2023 Annual Gala on Sunday, November 5 at The Plaza Hotel will honor Emmy, Tony and Grammy Award-winning artist and producer Billy Porter and GLAAD President and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis. Learn more about the gala and find out how you can attend here!...
Stephanie Hsu, Brian Tyree Henry, Michelle Yeoh & More Nominated For 2023 Oscars - Fu Photo Stephanie Hsu, Brian Tyree Henry, Michelle Yeoh & More Nominated For 2023 Oscars - Full List of Nominations!
by Michael Major - January 24, 2023

The nominations for the 2023 Academy Awards were announced. Notable nominees included Stephanie Hsu, Brian Tyree Henry, Hong Chau, Angela Bassett, Diane Warren, Lady Gaga, Brendan Fraser, Paul Mescal, Andrea Riseborough, Michelle Yeoh, and The Whale. Check out the complete list of nominations now!...
Max Announces Early Black Friday 70% Off Deal Available Today Photo Max Announces Early Black Friday 70% Off Deal Available Today
by Michael Major - November 20, 2023

Max viewers have access to the best unscripted and highest-quality scripted programming, including some of the year's most-watched content from brands like HBO, TLC, Food Network, HGTV, Cartoon Network, and OWN, plus Warner Bros. Pictures’ like “Blue Beetle” and coming soon, “Barbie.”...
What's New On Max This January 2024 Photo What's New On Max This January 2024
by Michael Major - December 21, 2023

Find out what's new on Max this January, including the Debut of HBO Original “True Detective: Night Country” and Max Original “On the Roam,” New Seasons Of Max Original “Sort Of,' HBO Original “Real Time with Bill Maher,” And Adult Swim's “Rick and Morty,” And Debut of HBO Original Documentary “Goin...
Video: Ian McKellen Talks Pantomime, Shakespeare, and More on CNN Photo Video: Ian McKellen Talks Pantomime, Shakespeare, and More on CNN
by Stephi Wild - February 10, 2023

Ian McKellen chatted with Christiane Amanpour on CNN yesterday, where he discussed playing Mother Goose in a pantomime, his Shakespeare experience, and more....
Kennedy Center Teams Up With Netflix To Stream Mark Twain Prize Photo Kennedy Center Teams Up With Netflix To Stream Mark Twain Prize
by Michael Major - March 14, 2024

The Kennedy Center collaborates with Netflix to stream the Mark Twain Prize, and sets the cast. Get the latest updates on this exciting partnership and the star-studded cast lineup. This year's program will feature a cast of leading performers, including Dave Burd aka “Lil Dicky,” Dave Chappelle, Ji...
Professional Fighters League's Bellator Champions Series to Stream on Max Photo Professional Fighters League's Bellator Champions Series to Stream on Max
by Michael Major - March 19, 2024

Warner Bros. Discovery acquires exclusive U.S. rights to the Professional Fighters League's Bellator Champions Series, bringing high-octane MMA action to viewers nationwide. This new series will stream exclusively on Max and be available on all plans. The series includes eight mega events staged in ...
Alice Cooper Comes to Overture This Summer Photo Alice Cooper Comes to Overture This Summer
by Stephi Wild - June 15, 2023

School's out for summer… making it the perfect time to rock and roll during An Evening with Alice Cooper on Thursday, Aug. 10 at 8 p.m. in Overture Hall. ...
WAM Theatre Announces Cast For Summer FRESH TAKES Play Readings Photo WAM Theatre Announces Cast For Summer FRESH TAKES Play Readings
by A.A. Cristi - June 22, 2023

Producing Artistic Director Kristen van Ginhoven and the WAM Theatre team has announced an exciting ensemble of actors who are performing in the upcoming 2023 Fresh Takes Play Reading Series. The roster features a diverse array of talented performers. For all but one, Fresh Takes 2023 marks their WA...
Taylor Zakhar Perez & Phil Dunster Named Ambassadors For The 30th Annual Screen Actor Photo Taylor Zakhar Perez & Phil Dunster Named Ambassadors For The 30th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards
by Michael Major - February 14, 2024

Phil Dunster and Taylor Zakhar Perez have been named Ambassadors for the 30th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards. SAG Awards Ambassadors are actors who exemplify the utmost values of the profession and are positive role models for the next generation of performers. These individuals actively use thei...
CNN's CHOWCHILLA Documentary to Premiere on Sunday Photo CNN's CHOWCHILLA Documentary to Premiere on Sunday
by Michael Major - October 31, 2023

CNN Films and Max explores the strangest mass kidnapping in history in Chowchilla, featuring exclusive interviews with the survivors, director Paul Solet (Tread, Clean) goes behind the headlines to reveal for the first time the complete saga of the infamous school bus abduction. Watch the video trai...
Tickets on Sale Now for New York Stage and Film 2023 Summer Season Featuring A WRINKL Photo Tickets on Sale Now for New York Stage and Film 2023 Summer Season Featuring A WRINKLE IN TIME & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 01, 2023

Tickets are now on sale for New York Stage and Film'S 2023 Summer Season July 14-August 6 at Marist College....




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