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: Andy Samberg and Sandra Oh Get Viewers Ready for the GOLDEN GLOBE AWARDS In New Promos
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 02, 2019
NBC has released three promos for the Golden Globe Awards with co-hosts Andy Samberg and Sandra Oh....
BWW Interview: June (Squibb) Is Bustin' Out All Over! WAITRESS' Newest Star Is Opening Up About Her Broadway Past
by Nicole Rosky - December 12, 2018
It's been nearly six decades since June Squibb's last Broadway bow, but she's back now and better than ever eight times a week at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre....
All New All Star Stand-Up Comedy Comes to Bay Street Theater, Today
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2018
Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts is pleased to announce an evening of all new All Star Stand-up Comedy just in time for laughing off the stress of the holidays today, December 7 at 8 pm. Tickets are $30 when purchased in advance and $40 when purchased the day of the event; on sale...
Sandra Oh and Andy Samberg to Host the 76th ANNUAL GOLDEN GLOBE AWARDS
by Kaitlin Milligan - December 06, 2018
Sandra Oh, star of the critically acclaimed BBC America drama series “Killing Eve,” and Andy Samberg, star of NBC's Golden Globe-winning comedy “Brooklyn Nine-Nine,” will co-host the 76th Annual Golden Globe Awards....
Ethan Hawke Joins Cast of New Orleans Heist Film CUT THROAT CITY
by Kaitlin Milligan - December 05, 2018
It was announced today that Four-time Oscar®-nominated actor Ethan Hawke has signed on the New Orleans-set heist movie CUT THROAT CITY, directed by RZA (of the Wu Tang Clan). The film also stars Terrence Howard, Wesley Snipes, Eiza González, Kat Graham, Tip “T.I.” Harris, Joel David Moore, Isi...
Aubrey Plaza to Host 2019 Film Independent Spirit Awards
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 27, 2018
This morning, Film Independent announced that Aubrey Plaza (Ingrid Goes West, Legion, Parks & Recreation) will host the 2019 Film Independent Spirit Awards. The Spirit Awards are the primary fundraiser for Film Independent's year-round programs, which cultivate the careers of emerging filmmakers and...
Photo Coverage: June Squibb Takes Her First Bows in WAITRESS
by Jennifer Broski - November 20, 2018
Academy Award nominee June Squibb (Nebraska) has officially joined the company as 'Josie', the role formerly known as 'Joe' in Waitress! Squibb began performances on November 19 and will play through January 6, 2019....
2019 Film Independent Spirit Awards Nominations Announced
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 16, 2018
This morning, Film Independent announced the nominations for the 2019 Film Independent Spirit Awards. The Spirit Awards are the primary fundraiser for Film Independent's year-round programs, which cultivate the careers of emerging filmmakers and promote diversity in the industry. Film Independent Pr...
All New All Star Stand-Up Comedy Comes to Bay Street Theater, 12/7
by A.A. Cristi - November 05, 2018
Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts is pleased to announce an evening of all new All Star Stand-up Comedy just in time for laughing off the stress of the holidays on Friday, December 7 at 8 pm. Tickets are $30 when purchased in advance and $40 when purchased the day of the event; on ...
June Squibb Joins Cast of WAITRESS as Josie; Nicolette Robinson Extends Thru December 9
by Julie Musbach - November 05, 2018
Waitress is shaking things up at the diner (but not too many things)! Academy Award nominee June Squibb (Nebraska) will join the company as "Josie", the role formerly known as "Joe", from November 19- January 6, 2019. This will mark the first time this role will be played by a woman. The show's lead...
Epix Announces Newest Documentary, THE PANAMA PAPERS
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 09, 2018
Premium network EPIX® has announced its latest original documentary for 2018, The Panama Papers, slated to premiere Monday, November 26 at 9 PM ET. From acclaimed director Alex Winter (Deep Web), Bungalow Media + Entertainment, Trouper Productions and Zipper Bros. Films, The Panama Papers details t...
POSE, Justin Simien & Sony Pictures Classics to Receive Outfest Legacy Awards
by Tori Hartshorn - October 01, 2018
Outfest, the Los Angeles-based nonprofit organization promoting equality by creating, sharing, and protecting LGBTQ stories on the screen, announced today that it will honor the producers and cast of FX Networks “POSE” at the 2018 Legacy Awards on Sunday, October 28th. Outfest will also honor w...
Film Series REAL TO REEL Launches At The Bickford Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - September 04, 2018
The Morris Museum will launch its new Real to Reel Film Series on Thursday, September 20, 2018 at 7:30PM in the Bickford Theatre. This documentary film series will provide a unique focus on the world around us and will be hosted monthly by Bruce Frigeri, an adjunct professor of film studies at Fairl...
Film Independent Announces Call for 2019 Entries and Sets Date for 2020 Awards
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 30, 2018
Film Independent announced today that the call for entries for the 2019 Film Independent Spirit Awards is now open. The Regular Deadline is Tuesday, September 18, 2018, the Final Deadline is Tuesday, October 9, 2018 and the extended Film Independent Member Deadline is Friday, October 12, 2018. The...
Tony Winner Ruben Santiago-Hudson Joins OWN's DAVID MAKES MAN
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 27, 2018
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network announced today the addition of five new cast members to the ensemble of its upcoming lyrical drama "David Makes Man," the television debut from Academy Award winner Tarell Alvin McCraney ("Moonlight"). Additionally, four directors have been tapped to helm episo...
UCB's Matthew Starr Brings DARK MATTER Tour to Planet Ant
by Julie Musbach - August 24, 2018
Planet Ant Theatre is excited to bring the original scientific comedy show 'Dark Matter' to Hamtramck for a one-night-only performance at the Ant Hall on Thursday, September 13th at 8pm....
Film Independent Selects Seven Writers For 2018 Episodic Lab
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 08, 2018
Film Independent, the non-profit arts organization that produces the Film Independent Spirit Awards and LA Film Festival, announced today the seven writers selected for its second Episodic Lab. The Film Independent Episodic Lab is supported by Lead Artist Development Funder the Time Warner Foundatio...
DIRTY BOMB to Compete for Best Short Film and Best Actor in a Short Film at Madrid International Film Festival, July 21- 28th
by Macon Prickett - July 24, 2018
Valerie McCaffrey's DIRTY BOMB, one of the great but largely untold stories from WWII, is in competition for Best Short Film at the Madrid International Film Festival. Ido Samuel, the film's star, is up for Best Actor in a Short Film. The film will screen on Thursday, July 26th, at 7:15PM, at the ...
7 SPLINTERS IN TIME Gets Los Angeles Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - July 02, 2018
The Los Angeles premiere of the sci-fi neo-noir thriller 7 Splinters in Time, takes place on July 11, 2018 at The Laemmle Music Hall, 9036 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90211, 6:15pm prior to its July 13th 3-city theatrical and VOD release....
OWN's Queen Sugar Announces Remaining Directorial Line-Up in All Female Team Helming Season Three
by Tori Hartshorn - June 07, 2018
'Queen Sugar,' the critically acclaimed OWN drama series from Academy award-nominated filmmaker Ava DuVernay ('Wrinkle in Time,' '13th,' 'Selma'), executive producer Oprah Winfrey and Warner Horizon Scripted Television, announced today the remaining directors to complete the season three all-female ...
OWN's QUEEN SUGAR Announces Remaining All-Female Directorial Line-Up for Season 3
by Macon Prickett - June 06, 2018
“Queen Sugar,” the critically acclaimed OWN drama series from Academy award-nominated filmmaker Ava DuVernay (“Wrinkle in Time,” “13th,” “Selma”), executive producer Oprah Winfrey and Warner Horizon Scripted Television, announced today the remaining directors to complete the season t...
Emmy-Award Winner James Cromwell Cast in Starz Original Spy-Fi Thriller Series COUNTERPART
by Tori Hartshorn - May 23, 2018
Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), announced today that Emmy(R)-winner and Oscar(R)-nominated actor James Cromwell ('American Horror Story,' Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, 'The Young Pope') has been cast in a recurring guest role as 'Yanek' for season two of the STARZ Original series ...
Film Independent Announces 2018 Screenwriting Lab Participants
by Macon Prickett - May 02, 2018
Film Independent, the non-profit arts organization that produces the Film Independent Spirit Awards and LA Film Festival, is pleased to announce the seven screenwriters selected for its 20th annual Screenwriting Lab. This intensive four-week workshop is designed to facilitate each writer's unique vo...
PBS Series POV Announces 31st Season Including BILL NYE: SCIENCE GUY, DARK MONEY, & More
by Macon Prickett - April 11, 2018
The creative, fighting spirit is alive and well in 2018. The newest slate of documentary films from PBS television series POV arrives this June with a lineup of empowering and moving stories about the strength of art and activism. From scientists setting out to save the planet to hip-hop artists c...
Mary McDonnell to Receive 2018 Pell Lifetime Achievement Award
by Julie Musbach - April 09, 2018
Trinity Repertory Company announced today that actress Mary McDonnell will be honored with the 2018 Pell Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Arts at the theater's 22nd annual Pell Awards Gala on Monday, May 21, 2018. A two-time Oscar nominee for Dances with Wolves and Passion Fish, McDonnell's the...
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