As the first event to honor independent film exclusively, the Film Independent Spirit Awards has made a name for itself as the premier awards event for the independent film community. It's a celebration of the spirited pioneers who bring a unique vision to filmmaking. Currently in its 26th year, the show is as original as the films and filmmakers it honors.
The Spirit Awards will air on IFC on Saturday, February 23rd at 10/9c.
The Spirit Awards will air on IFC on Saturday, February 23rd at 10/9c.
Video: Lorne Michaels Spotlighted in New Trailer for LORNE Documentary
by Josh Sharpe - March 05, 2026
The official trailer has dropped for Lorne, the forthcoming behind-the-scenes documentary spotlighting the life of Saturday Night Live creator Lorne Michaels. Watch it now,...
Ali Wong Returns To Thousand Oaks By Popular Demand
by Stephi Wild - February 24, 2026
Award-winning comic Ali Wong will bring her uproarious new stand-up show Ali Wong Live to the Fred Kavli Theatre on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at 8:00pm. Learn more here!...
Ali Wong Extends 'ALI WONG LIVE' at Encore Theater, Las Vegas Due to High Demand
by A.A. Cristi - February 23, 2026
Comedian Ali Wong has added new fall 2026 dates for her show 'ALI WONG LIVE' at the Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas, responding to significant audience demand....
Acclaimed Stage and Screen Veteran Robert Duvall Passes Away at 95
by Josh Sharpe - February 16, 2026
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that acclaimed actor Robert Duvall, known for roles in films like To Kill a Mockingbird and The Godfather series, has passed away at the age of 95....
Lorne Michaels Documentary Sets April Release From Director Morgan Neville
by Josh Sharpe - February 13, 2026
Focus Features has set the release date for Lorne, a new behind-the-scenes documentary spotlighting the life of Lorne Michaels, the famed creator of Saturday Night Live. The film will be released in theaters in the U.S. on April 17, 2026. ...
Brandon Uranowitz to Receive 2026 Jewish Queer Icon Award
by Josh Sharpe - January 22, 2026
JQY (Jewish Queer Youth) will honor Tony Award-winning actor Brandon Uranowitz with the Jewish Queer Icon Award this March and Tony Award-winning producer Riva Marker with the JQY Trailblazer Award....
DREAMING WHILST BLACK Season 2 Coming to Paramount+ in February
by Josh Sharpe - January 21, 2026
Dreaming Whilst Black, the Showtime dramedy series created and led by Adjani Salmon, will return with a second series on February 20 and will stream weekly on Paramount+. It will air on Fridays at 9 pm PT on Showtime. ...
Colman Domingo and More to be Honored at New York Theatre Workshop 2026 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 13, 2026
New York Theatre Workshop's 2026 Gala will honor Academy Award nominee Colman Domingo, Tony Award-winning producer Mara Isaacs, and NAACP Image Award nominee Nicole Ari Parker....
Teyana Taylor and Michelle Cole to Be Honored at 28th Costume Designers Guild Awards
by Josh Sharpe - January 09, 2026
Actress Teyana Taylor will be honored with the Vanguard Spotlight Award, and costume designer and Michelle Cole will receive the Career Achievement Award at the 28th CDGA (Costume Designers Guild Awards)....
Melissa Villasenor To Perform At Comedy Works Larimer Square This Week
by A.A. Cristi - June 09, 2025
Comedian, impressionist, and multihyphenate performer Melissa Villaseñor is set to appear at Comedy Works Downtown in Larimer Square from June 12 to 14....
Julio Torres To Make Off-Broadway Debut In COLOR THEORIES At Performance Space New York
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2025
Emmy-nominated, Peabody Award and WGA-winning writer, director, and performer Julio Torres is set to make his Off-Broadway debut in Color Theories, a new theatrical spectacle. ...
A PHOTOGRAPHIC MEMORY Film Sets Limited Screenings Nationwide
by Josh Sharpe - May 01, 2025
A Photographic Memory will have a limited theatrical release via Zeitgeist Films in association with Kino Lorber at the Culture Vulture Series in June....
DIARRA FROM DETROIT Renewed for Season Two at BET+
by Josh Sharpe - April 28, 2025
BET+ and BET Studios have announced the season two greenlight of “DIARRA FROM DETROIT,” the critically acclaimed dramedy from creator, executive producer, writer, and star Diarra Kilpatrick. ...
Interview: Neil LaBute and COMFORT at NJ Rep in Long Branch
by Marina Kennedy - April 10, 2025
'Comfort' is a new play by award-winning writer, Neil LaBute. The two-hander will be performed at New Jersey Repertory Company (NJ Rep) in Long Branch from April 17 to May 11 with Matinee and evening shows available. ...
Video: Patti LuPone and Joe Locke Want To Do a Musical Together
by Stephi Wild - February 26, 2025
Patti LuPone and Joe Locke, co-stars in Agatha All Along, were interviewed during the Film Independent Spirit Awards where they revealed that they would love to do a musical together....
Academy Award Nominee FLOW Sets Max Streaming Debut
by Josh Sharpe - February 07, 2025
Sideshow and Janus Films’ two time Academy Award® nominated film Flow will make its streaming debut exclusively on Max in the U.S. next Friday, February 14....
Special Guests Set to Join HOMOS! Musical Performances At The Stonewall Inn
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 22, 2025
The award-winning queer musical comedy 'HOMOS! A Solo Disaster Musical, bitch' by and starring Dan Kitrosser will return to New York. Learn more!...
Gay Men's Chorus Of Los Angeles to Present RHINESTONE COWBOYS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 17, 2025
Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles, now in its 46th year, will present RHINESTONE COWBOYS as part of its 2024-2025 Season. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets. ...
HOMOS! A SOLO DISASTER MUSICAL To Return To NYC At The Stonewall Inn
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 16, 2025
Queer musical comedy HOMOS! A Solo Disaster Musical, bitch by and starring Dan Kitrosser will return to New York at The Stonewall Inn...
Rachael Harris To Host 2025 Art Directors Guild Awards
by Josh Sharpe - January 03, 2025
The Art Directors Guild (ADG, IATSE Local 800) has announced that acclaimed actress and comedian Rachael Harris will host the 29th Annual Excellence in Production Design Awards. ...
Melissa Villaseñor to Host 65th Annual L.A. County Holiday Celebration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 18, 2024
Stand-up comedian, actor, voice impressionist, visual artist and L.A. native Melissa Villaseñor is set to host the 65th Annual L.A. County Holiday Celebration. Learn more and see how to attend....
ANORA Available for Digital Purchase Beginning Tomorrow
by Josh Sharpe - December 16, 2024
Award-winning film studio NEON has announced that Anora, the Palme d'Or-winning film from acclaimed writer and director Sean Baker, will be available for digital purchase starting tomorrow, December 17th....
Patti LuPone to Launch New Concert Tour Winter 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 10, 2024
Three-time Tony winner Patti LuPone will return to the concert stage in early 2025 with a series of concerts which she’ll perform throughout the United States as well as in London and New York. Learn how to purchase tickets....
Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles to Present SUGARPLUM FAIRIES Holiday Concert Next Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 21, 2024
The Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles will light up its 2024-2025 mainstage with SUGARPLUM FAIRIES in just three weeks! Learn how to purchase tickets....
Queer Noir Musical Comedy SMOOTH Makes New York Premiere
by Stephi Wild - November 12, 2024
Award-winning queer film noir-inspired musical comedy SMOOTH by and starring Dan Kitrosser will make its New York premiere this month at The Laurie Beechman Theater....
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