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
Holy Counselor Lutheran Church Presents A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by A.A. Cristi - November 09, 2022
Holy Counselor Lutheran Church Presents an adaptation from the Charles Dickens classic by Michael A. Youngs....
NOPE to Stream on Peacock in November
by Michael Major - October 20, 2022
Nope is the latest addition to Peacock’s growing library of iconic films, including Beast, Jurassic World Dominion, Minions: The Rise of Gru, Vengeance, Brian and Charles, The Black Phone, The Bad Guys, Downton Abbey: A New Era, and The Northman....
Buddy Guy Comes to Massey Hall in March 2023
by Stephi Wild - October 19, 2022
Massey Hall presents blues legend Buddy Guy and his Damn Right Farewell Tour for his last two shows in Toronto on Thursday, March 30 and Friday, March 31, 2023. Tickets on sale this Friday, October 21 at 10 AM ET....
Book The Job With Improv Audition Workshop With SJ Allocco-St. Germain, November 19
by A.A. Cristi - October 13, 2022
Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts has announced a one-time audition workshop, Book the Job with Improv, led by professional casting director and producer SJ Allocco-St. Germain, on Saturday, November 19, from 10 a.m. to noon at Bay Street Theater in Sag Harbor. ...
VIDEO: Jeremy Pope Stars in THE INSPECTION Film Trailer
by Michael Major - October 11, 2022
In Elegance Bratton's deeply moving film inspired by his own story, a young, gay Black man, rejected by his mother and with few options for his future. The film stars Jeremy Pope, Raúl Castillo, McCaul Lombardi, Aaron Dominguez, with Bokeem Woodbine and Gabrielle Union. Watch the new video trailer ...
Lil Baby Drops New Single 'Heyy'
by Michael Major - October 10, 2022
Lil Baby picks up where he left off with the new release, as he builds steam towards his long-awaited forthcoming album It’s Only Me. In the new, Ivan Berrios directed video, Lil Baby unapologetically enjoys his hard-earned splendor, flaunting diamonds amidst his self-created luxury. Watch the new...
DRACULA, BEAUTIFUL, MEAN GIRLS & More Lead Boston's October Theater Top Picks
by BWW Staff - October 06, 2022
Boston is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. This month's offerings include Dracula, Beautiful, Mean Girls, and more!...
VIDEO: Paramount Network Reveals YELLOWSTONE Season Five Trailer
by Michael Major - September 29, 2022
Following a record-breaking season, the new trailer gives eager fans a sneak peek at what’s ahead this season for the Duttons, the new trailer opens with John Dutton (Kevin Costner) being sworn in as Governor of Montana, and shows the chaos, enemies and “war” that immediately follow. Watch the...
Lyric Stage Company Of Boston Presents FABULATION OR, THE RE-EDUCATION OF UNDINE
by A.A. Cristi - August 24, 2022
Fabulation or, The Re-Education of Undine by Lynn Nottage and directed by Dawn M. Simmons kicks off Lyric Stage's 2022/23 season with a universal story about trying to make a life of your own while reconciling and making peace with your past, your family, and the perception of t...
Netflix Sues Co-Authors Of THE UNAUTHORIZED BRIDGERTON MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - July 29, 2022
Streaming giant Netflix is suing GRAMMY Award-winning songwriting duo Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear, the minds behind The Unofficial Bridgerton Musical, over their wildly popular adaptation of the hit television series. ...
New Perspectives Theatre Company (NPTC) Presents ENDGAME This August
by Grace Cutler - July 24, 2022
New Perspectives Theatre Company (NPTC) will present ENDGAME, their 14th Annual Women's Work Short Play Festival, running live Monday, August 8 through Saturday, August 13, 2022. The Festival performs in two programs on an alternating schedule of 4:00pm and 8:00pm, with a combined program on August ...
SAMARPAN World Premiere to be Presented at Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 21, 2022
“Samarpan” is an artistic rendition of the Indian freedom struggle against British colonial rule. This dance drama has been conceptualized, written, and directed by American-based artist - Mr. Prasanna Kasthuri. The World Premiere of Samarpan is on Saturday, August 13th, 2022, at Blanche M. To...
Dr. Phillips Center Announces Chairman Jim Pugh's Retirement and Adds New Chair and Vice Chair to its Board
by Stephi Wild - July 13, 2022
Two decades ago, visionary and Founding Donor Jim Pugh set out to build one of the greatest performing arts centers in the world. Following the completion of the building in downtown Orlando, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts announces Pugh's retirement as Chairman of the Board of Director...
LonelyTwin Releases Debut Album 'This End Had No Beginning'
by Michael Major - July 07, 2022
After a run of captivatingly heartfelt singles, Stockholm-based singer, songwriter and producer LonelyTwin (Madelene Eliasson) releases her highly anticipated debut album This End Had No Beginning via Ultra Records (Calvin Harris, Deadmau5, Kaskade, SOFI TUKKER). Plus, watch the music video for “M...
YELLOWSTONE Announces Casting for the Highly Anticipated Fifth Season
by Michael Major - June 10, 2022
New cast includes Kai Caster will play 'Rowdy', a young cowboy, Lainey Wilson will play a musician named 'Abby,' Lilli Kay will play 'Clara Brewer', the new assistant for one of the Duttons, Dawn Olivieri will play 'Sarah Atwood', a confident, corporate shark and a new arrival to Montana....
LonelyTwin Shares New Single 'Thinking Of A Place'
by Michael Major - June 09, 2022
Today, Stockholm-based singer, songwriter and producer LonelyTwin (Madelene Eliasson) shares the wistful single + video “Thinking Of A Place.” It’s just the latest offering from her highly anticipated debut album This End Had No Beginning, coming out soon via Ultra Music (Calvin Harris, Deadma...
The Indian Community of St. Louis Joins Hands in Celebrating 75 Years Of India's Independence With 'Samarpan'
by Stephi Wild - June 08, 2022
'Samarpan' is an artistic rendition of the Indian freedom struggle against British colonial rule. This dance drama has been conceptualized, written, and directed by American-based artist - Mr. Prasanna Kasthuri, the Artistic Director of Soorya Performing Arts in St. Louis....
Zach Bryan Adds Dates to His 'American Heartbreak' Tour
by Michael Major - May 25, 2022
Zach Bryan has announced additional tour dates for his 2022 American Heartbreak Tour, in support of his studio debut album American Heartbreak, available now on double CD and on all DSPs. Triple vinyl to be released March 2023. Check out the complete list of tour dates now!...
Dave Stewart Releases 'Ebony McQueen' Album and Box Set
by Michael Major - May 20, 2022
Written and produced by Stewart, Ebony McQueen was recorded at Nashville’s legendary Blackbird Studio and his own Bay Street Recording Studio in the Caribbean, with contributions from an array of top vocalists, session players, and a 60-piece Budapest Scoring Orchestra....
Zach Bryan Releases Long Awaited Album 'American Heartbreak'
by Michael Major - May 20, 2022
The Oklahoma born and bred country star has been teasing songs from the album for the past several months, each rising higher on social platforms, YouTube, various Billboard charts, and Spotify playlists - all culminating with Bryan’s ascent to the #1 position on Billboard’s prestigious Country ...
Untitled Lizzo Documentary Coming To HBO Max This Fall
by Michael Major - May 18, 2022
The Max Original UNTITLED LIZZO DOCUMENTARY follows three-time GRAMMY® Award-winning superstar singer, songwriter, rapper, flutist and actress Lizzo as she makes history shifting the sound, soul, and spirit of popular music and culture all while balancing the challenges of life, love and stardom....
Paramount Network's YELLOWSTONE Begins Production for the Highly Anticipated Fifth Season
by Michael Major - May 16, 2022
The beloved ensemble cast will return led by Oscar®-winner Kevin Costner, alongside Luke Grimes, Kelly Reilly, Wes Bentley, Cole Hauser, Kelsey Asbille, Brecken Merrill, Jefferson White, Forrie Smith, Denim Richards, Ian Bohen, Finn Little, Ryan Bingham and Gil Birmingham with Jen Landon and Kathry...
GHOST STORIES Announces Adelaide Season and New Melbourne Dates
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2022
Global horror phenomenon GHOST STORIES will play at Adelaide's Dunstan Playhouse for a strictly limited four week season, from 6 to 31 December 2022....
Zach Bryan Hits #1 on Billboard Country Songwriters Chart; Full Tour Dates
by Michael Major - May 12, 2022
Oklahoma country star Zach Bryan continues his meteoric rise ahead of the release of his Warner Records debut album, American Heartbreak. The 26-year-old is currently #1 on Billboard’s prestigious Country Songwriters chart and continues to increase his streaming presence, landing multiple song...
LonelyTwin Shares 'You!' & Announces Debut LP 'This End Had No Beginning'
by Michael Major - May 12, 2022
Eliasson's songs are spectral yet heavy with emotion, and her lyrics aim for an honesty that's elusive in real life—like confessions whispered in the dark to the twin sister you never had—and demonstrated on previously released singles “I Will Be Better Than You At Letting Go,” “Pretty,”...
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