Kartemquin is proud to announce a collaboration with Al Jazeera America on Hard Earned, a six-part documentary series scheduled to air in early 2015. Production has already begun on the series, which will explore the lives of five American families striving to keep food on the table and their dignity intact despite the reality of high living expenses and low wages.
Five stories, located in San Francisco, Washington, D.C., Milwaukee, and two in the Chicago area, will be intertwined into six one-hour episodes. The series will shed more light on an ever-growing sector of the American workforce. Directing the individual strands are Katy Chevigny (E-Team, Election Day), Maria Finitzo (Mapping Stem Cell Research: Terra Incognita), Ruth Leitman (Tony and Janina
Five stories, located in San Francisco, Washington, D.C., Milwaukee, and two in the Chicago area, will be intertwined into six one-hour episodes. The series will shed more light on an ever-growing sector of the American workforce. Directing the individual strands are Katy Chevigny (E-Team, Election Day), Maria Finitzo (Mapping Stem Cell Research: Terra Incognita), Ruth Leitman (Tony and Janina
The Bizarre, Ridiculous & Peculiar- 10 Strangest Theatrical Moments of 2014
by Nicole Rosky - January 01, 2015
As 2014 comes to a close, it seems only fitting to look back on the craziest moments of this year- and there were many. From the cancellations of major productions to onstage flubs and unpredictable audience behavior, 2014 was nothing if not buzz-worthy. Below, BroadwayWorld invites you to recall...
by Nicole Rosky - January 01, 2015
As 2014 comes to a close, it seems only fitting to look back on the craziest moments of this year- and there were many. From the cancellations of major productions to onstage flubs and unpredictable audience behavior, 2014 was nothing if not buzz-worthy. Below, BroadwayWorld invites you to recall...
O&M's Miramontez Says WSJ's 'Broadway Bolter' Will Never Be Invited to an O&M Show Again
by Sally Henry Fuller - December 07, 2014
As BroadwayWorld previously reported, actors and creative team members have lately been voicing their opinions about a recent Wall Street Journal article by Joanne Kaufman who writes about how often she leaves in the middle of Broadway shows. The latest reaction has come from Rick Miramontez, of Bro...
by Sally Henry Fuller - December 07, 2014
As BroadwayWorld previously reported, actors and creative team members have lately been voicing their opinions about a recent Wall Street Journal article by Joanne Kaufman who writes about how often she leaves in the middle of Broadway shows. The latest reaction has come from Rick Miramontez, of Bro...
VIDEO: Allison Williams on Fueling to Fly in NBC's PETER PAN LIVE!
by TV News Desk - November 25, 2014
Allison Williams recently spoke to ET about how flying for NBC's upcoming PETER PAN LIVE! has left hard-earned bruises and kicked up her appetite for donuts, bagels and 'everything sinful' to keep her fueled. Watch the interview below!...
by TV News Desk - November 25, 2014
Allison Williams recently spoke to ET about how flying for NBC's upcoming PETER PAN LIVE! has left hard-earned bruises and kicked up her appetite for donuts, bagels and 'everything sinful' to keep her fueled. Watch the interview below!...
Norman Yee Recounts Journey in CATCHING THE WIND
by Christina Mancuso - October 28, 2014
NADI, Fiji...
by Christina Mancuso - October 28, 2014
NADI, Fiji...
BACKERS: A Documentary About the Heroes of Crowdfunding Launches Kickstarter Campaign
by Movies News Desk - August 21, 2014
Everyday, hundreds of projects get funded on Crowdfunding sites where the creators have a platform to pitch their ideas and tell their stories. 'BACKERS' is a documentary about the people who actually make it possible for these creators to achieve their goals and pursue their dreams....
by Movies News Desk - August 21, 2014
Everyday, hundreds of projects get funded on Crowdfunding sites where the creators have a platform to pitch their ideas and tell their stories. 'BACKERS' is a documentary about the people who actually make it possible for these creators to achieve their goals and pursue their dreams....
Dael Orlandersmith Will Bring STOOP STORIES to Weston Rod and Gun Club, Now thru 8/3
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2014
Obie Award-winning actor/playwright Dael Orlandersmith returns to Weston for a limited run of Stoop Stories, a one-act drama that is powerful, intelligent and completely captivating. In the play, the Harlem native embodies a half-a-dozen characters - from an 81-year old Holocaust survivor recounting...
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2014
Obie Award-winning actor/playwright Dael Orlandersmith returns to Weston for a limited run of Stoop Stories, a one-act drama that is powerful, intelligent and completely captivating. In the play, the Harlem native embodies a half-a-dozen characters - from an 81-year old Holocaust survivor recounting...
Dael Orlandersmith Will Bring STOOP STORIES to Weston Rod and Gun Club, 7/24-8/3
by Tyler Peterson - July 16, 2014
Obie Award-winning actor/playwright Dael Orlandersmith returns to Weston for a limited run of Stoop Stories, a one-act drama that is powerful, intelligent and completely captivating. In the play, the Harlem native embodies a half-a-dozen characters - from an 81-year old Holocaust survivor recounting...
by Tyler Peterson - July 16, 2014
Obie Award-winning actor/playwright Dael Orlandersmith returns to Weston for a limited run of Stoop Stories, a one-act drama that is powerful, intelligent and completely captivating. In the play, the Harlem native embodies a half-a-dozen characters - from an 81-year old Holocaust survivor recounting...
TV: Highlights from THE BEVERLY HILLBILLIES, THE MUSICAL at Theatre at the Center
by BroadwayWorld TV - July 15, 2014
After 200 episodes and nine seasons as America's beloved 1960s sitcom, The Beverly Hillbillies is making strides on stage as a musical for the first time ever. Theatre at the Center, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster, Indiana, presents the World Premiere of THE BEVERLY HILLBILLIES, THE MUSICAL, running now t...
by BroadwayWorld TV - July 15, 2014
After 200 episodes and nine seasons as America's beloved 1960s sitcom, The Beverly Hillbillies is making strides on stage as a musical for the first time ever. Theatre at the Center, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster, Indiana, presents the World Premiere of THE BEVERLY HILLBILLIES, THE MUSICAL, running now t...
Photo Flash: First Look at Summer Smart, Kelly Anne Clark, James Harms and More in BEVERLY HILLBILLIES at Theatre at the Center
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2014
After 200 episodes and nine seasons as America's beloved 1960s sitcom, The Beverly Hillbillies is making strides on stage as a musical for the first time ever. Theatre at the Center, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster, Indiana, presents the World Premiere of THE BEVERLY HILLBILLIES, THE MUSICAL, running now t...
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2014
After 200 episodes and nine seasons as America's beloved 1960s sitcom, The Beverly Hillbillies is making strides on stage as a musical for the first time ever. Theatre at the Center, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster, Indiana, presents the World Premiere of THE BEVERLY HILLBILLIES, THE MUSICAL, running now t...
Theatre at the Center Stages World Premiere of THE BEVERLY HILLBILLIES, THE MUSICAL, Now thru 8/10
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2014
After 200 episodes and nine seasons as America's beloved 1960s sitcom, The Beverly Hillbillies is making strides on stage as a musical for the first time ever. Theatre at the Center, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster, Indiana, presents the World Premiere of THE BEVERLY HILLBILLIES, THE MUSICAL, running from ...
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2014
After 200 episodes and nine seasons as America's beloved 1960s sitcom, The Beverly Hillbillies is making strides on stage as a musical for the first time ever. Theatre at the Center, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster, Indiana, presents the World Premiere of THE BEVERLY HILLBILLIES, THE MUSICAL, running from ...
Fabienne Fredrickson Releases 'Embrace Your Magnificence'
by Christina Mancuso - July 09, 2014
'Embrace Your Magnificence: Get Out of Your Own Way and Live a Richer, Fuller, More Abundant Life' (Hay House Publishing, July 1, 2014) by Fabienne Fredrickson is already being hailed as a 'book for the generations' because of its eternal messages of unconditional love for one's self, embracing your...
by Christina Mancuso - July 09, 2014
'Embrace Your Magnificence: Get Out of Your Own Way and Live a Richer, Fuller, More Abundant Life' (Hay House Publishing, July 1, 2014) by Fabienne Fredrickson is already being hailed as a 'book for the generations' because of its eternal messages of unconditional love for one's self, embracing your...
VIDEO: U.S. Goalie Tim Howard Talks World Cup on TODAY: 'Journey Ended a Little Too Soon'
by Caryn Robbins - July 02, 2014
The United States' World Cup dream came to an end on Tuesday, but goalie Tim Howard did his best to make Belgium's victory come hard-earned....
by Caryn Robbins - July 02, 2014
The United States' World Cup dream came to an end on Tuesday, but goalie Tim Howard did his best to make Belgium's victory come hard-earned....
ABC Family Begins Production on Three Drama Pilots
by Caryn Robbins - June 09, 2014
ABC Family has begun production in Los Angeles on three drama series pilots: “Recovery Road,” “Stitchers” and “Unstrung.”...
by Caryn Robbins - June 09, 2014
ABC Family has begun production in Los Angeles on three drama series pilots: “Recovery Road,” “Stitchers” and “Unstrung.”...
Theatre at the Center to Stage World Premiere of THE BEVERLY HILLBILLIES, THE MUSICAL, 7/10-8/10
by Tyler Peterson - May 22, 2014
After 200 episodes and nine seasons as America's beloved 1960s sitcom, The Beverly Hillbillies is making strides on stage as a musical for the first time ever. Theatre at the Center, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster, Indiana, presents the World Premiere of THE BEVERLY HILLBILLIES, THE MUSICAL, running from ...
by Tyler Peterson - May 22, 2014
After 200 episodes and nine seasons as America's beloved 1960s sitcom, The Beverly Hillbillies is making strides on stage as a musical for the first time ever. Theatre at the Center, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster, Indiana, presents the World Premiere of THE BEVERLY HILLBILLIES, THE MUSICAL, running from ...
BWW Reviews: GCT's MUSIC MAN Brings Verve, Nostalgia and Hope to Valley Audiences
by Don Grigware - May 20, 2014
What do the 1950s have in common with 1912? Ages of innocence, both. When Meredith Willson wrote his story with Franklin Lacey about a con artist bamboozling an Iowa town in 1912, which formed the substance of his musical The Music Man (1957), the effect became like that of N. Richard Nash's The Rai...
by Don Grigware - May 20, 2014
What do the 1950s have in common with 1912? Ages of innocence, both. When Meredith Willson wrote his story with Franklin Lacey about a con artist bamboozling an Iowa town in 1912, which formed the substance of his musical The Music Man (1957), the effect became like that of N. Richard Nash's The Rai...
PROTOCULTURE Releases New Album 'Music Is More Than Mathematics'
by Danielle DeSisto - May 02, 2014
Cape Town, South Africa - for some, it's one of the most remote locations on earth, practically the stuff of legends. For Nate Raubenheimer, the tip of the southernmost African country is home....
by Danielle DeSisto - May 02, 2014
Cape Town, South Africa - for some, it's one of the most remote locations on earth, practically the stuff of legends. For Nate Raubenheimer, the tip of the southernmost African country is home....
Willia Winnie Momberere Pens a Heartwarming Tale of Atonement, Faith and Hope
by Robert Diamond - April 26, 2014
Sexually abused at a tender age, Charity grew up bitter and hateful of the world. Decades later, she crafts an open letter to her daughter Savannah relating her shady past and the gems of lessons she picked along the way....
by Robert Diamond - April 26, 2014
Sexually abused at a tender age, Charity grew up bitter and hateful of the world. Decades later, she crafts an open letter to her daughter Savannah relating her shady past and the gems of lessons she picked along the way....
Roy Sexton Set for Author Events in Ann Arbor for REEL ROY REVIEWS, VOL. 1 Today
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2014
Local author Roy Sexton's first book Reel Roy Reviews, Vol. 1: Keepin' It Real was released last month and quickly found itself among Amazon's 'hot releases,' even hitting number one on the site's list of top-selling 'Guides and Reviews.'...
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2014
Local author Roy Sexton's first book Reel Roy Reviews, Vol. 1: Keepin' It Real was released last month and quickly found itself among Amazon's 'hot releases,' even hitting number one on the site's list of top-selling 'Guides and Reviews.'...
PROTOCULTURE to Release New Album 'Music is More Than Mathematics'
by Danielle DeSisto - April 04, 2014
For some, it's one of the most remote locations on earth, practically the stuff of legends. For Nate Raubenheimer, the tip of the southernmost African country is home....
by Danielle DeSisto - April 04, 2014
For some, it's one of the most remote locations on earth, practically the stuff of legends. For Nate Raubenheimer, the tip of the southernmost African country is home....
Douglas Anderson to Perform Poems of Robert Frost at Town Hall Theater, 4/21
by Tyler Peterson - April 03, 2014
He's never acted in the theater he helped to build, but Douglas Anderson will come out of retirement as an actor to perform an evening of Robert Frost poems at Town Hall Theater....
by Tyler Peterson - April 03, 2014
He's never acted in the theater he helped to build, but Douglas Anderson will come out of retirement as an actor to perform an evening of Robert Frost poems at Town Hall Theater....
Photo Flash: First Look - Athol Fugard's THE SHADOW OF THE HUMMINGBIRD at Long Wharf Theatre, Now Playing
by Tyler Peterson - March 28, 2014
Long Wharf Theatre presents the world premiere of The Shadow of the Hummingbird, written by and starring Athol Fugard, with an introductory scene by Paula Fourie, and directed by Artistic Director Gordon Edelstein. The play takes place on Stage II through April 27, 2014. Tickets are $40-$70. Check o...
by Tyler Peterson - March 28, 2014
Long Wharf Theatre presents the world premiere of The Shadow of the Hummingbird, written by and starring Athol Fugard, with an introductory scene by Paula Fourie, and directed by Artistic Director Gordon Edelstein. The play takes place on Stage II through April 27, 2014. Tickets are $40-$70. Check o...
TLC to Premiere WOMEN OF HOMICIDE, 4/9
by Tyler Peterson - March 24, 2014
There are approximately 15,000 murders per year in the United States, though only 15% of detectives dedicated to solving these crimes are women. TLC goes inside this gritty world, following the lives of three female homicide detectives in the major cities of Cincinnati and Atlanta. These women work ...
by Tyler Peterson - March 24, 2014
There are approximately 15,000 murders per year in the United States, though only 15% of detectives dedicated to solving these crimes are women. TLC goes inside this gritty world, following the lives of three female homicide detectives in the major cities of Cincinnati and Atlanta. These women work ...
Nathaniel Rateliff Confirms U.S. Tour Dates; New Album Out 4/1
by Tyler Peterson - March 20, 2014
Falling Faster Than You Can Run, the new album from singer-songwriter Nathaniel Rateliff, will be released April 1 via mod y vi Records. Released in the U.K. this month, the record has received early critical acclaim—the Sunday Times says it “delivers on the promise of its debut,” noting that ...
by Tyler Peterson - March 20, 2014
Falling Faster Than You Can Run, the new album from singer-songwriter Nathaniel Rateliff, will be released April 1 via mod y vi Records. Released in the U.K. this month, the record has received early critical acclaim—the Sunday Times says it “delivers on the promise of its debut,” noting that ...
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