Disney Announces Release of New Film RISE
by Michael Major - October 20, 2021 The film is based on the triumphant real life story about the remarkable family that produced the first trio of brothers to become NBA champions in the history of the league - Giannis and Thanasis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks and Los Angeles Laker Kostas Antetokounmpo.... 
Billy Porter Will Release Autobiography, UNPROTECTED, This Fall
by Nicole Rosky - May 28, 2021 Tony and Emmy winner Billy Porter made headlines last week when he revealed his HIV status. Now the star has announced that he will discuss it even more in a new autobiography. Unprotected will be released by Abrams Press on October 19, 2021.... 
Frank Grillo Joins Harvey Keitel in HARD MATTER Film
by Michael Major - March 01, 2022 Wonderfilm Media announced that Hard Matter has added Frank Grillo to the cast, which includes Harvey Keitel. Justin Price is directing from a script he wrote. The film is being produced by Wonderfilm’s Jeff Bowler and Bret Saxon, alongside Latavius Powell and Justin Price of Powell and Price Produc... 
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for BLOOMYWOOD, a New Comedy Web Series
by Sarah Leiber - September 10, 2020 Michael Bloomstein wants to write his life story for a major Hollywood studio. The only problem is he’s never been to Hollywood ... his life is uneventful ... and he has no money or connections or money. ... 
VIDEO: Anthony Anderson Sends a Heartfelt Message to Compton Kids on THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW
by Sarah Leiber - November 10, 2020 Anthony Anderson is still just a kid from Compton. The 'Black-ish' star tells Kelly about the moment he knew when he wanted to be an actor and shares some sweet words of wisdom to other kids with big dreams. Tune in to hear his incredible life story.... 
Jeff Rector Secures Rights For Autobiography of Golf Legend Al Geiberger
by A.A. Cristi - July 30, 2020 Award-winning filmmaker and best-selling author Jeff Rector has recently secured the television, motion picture and all media rights for the life story of legendary champion golfer Al Greiberger, beginning with his forthcoming book, “Mr. 59: The Al Geiberger Story, One of Golf's Greatest Legends.” ... 
Shannan Mondor Releases Memoir HOW IN THE HELL DID I GET HERE?
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 23, 2022 'HOW IN THE HELL DID I GET HERE? Forever Changing the Genetic Blueprint' is a riveting and raw story of how author Shannan Mondor overcame alcoholism and mental illness and broke free from the genetic blueprint of addiction that demonized her family for generations.... 
Exclusively Priced Tickets for COME FROM AWAY!
by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 19, 2022 Get exclusive ticket prices on Come From Away! Welcome back to the rock! Discover the remarkable true story of a small town that welcomed the world.... 
Stephanie Trudeau Brings 'Becoming Chavela' to Don't Tell Mama in March
by Stephi Wild - February 09, 2022 Actor/cabaret singer Stephanie Trudeau will return to Don't Tell Mama, 343 West 46th Street, on March 3 at 7:00 PM in the updated version of her docu-cabaret musical, 'Becoming Chavela.'... 
Renée Elise Goldsberry Will Narrate New Documentary VOICE OF FREEDOM
by Sarah Jae Leiber - February 01, 2021 'Hamilton' Tony winner Renée Elise Goldsberry will narrate the upcoming PBS documentary about singer Marian Anderson. 'Voice of Freedom' debuts February 15th at 9 p.m. ET. ... 
Dwayne Johnson Will Star in Mark Kerr Biopic
by Sarah Jae Leiber - November 01, 2019 Variety reports that Dwayne Johnson will take on his first truly dramatic role in an upcoming biopic about MMA fighter/UFC champion Mark Kerr.... 
SARAH/FRANK Tells the Tale of A Canadian Woman Who Fought In The American Civil War
by A.A. Cristi - June 23, 2020 Sarah/Frank is the new work by Steven Elliott Jackson, which is part of Act 2 of the Toronto Fringe Collective. It is directed by Ryan G. Hinds and performed by myself, with sound design by David Kingsmill.... 
Prominent Pictures Developing THE AMERICAN DREAM as Feature
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 19, 2020 Producer Autumn Bailey-Ford (I’m Not Dying with You Tonight, Through the Glass Darkly), has secured the film rights to David Lee Windecher’s autobiography “The AmerIcan Dream: HisStory in the Making”. The project is a collaboration between Bailey-Ford and producing partner Cameron Burnett (Alibi, Th... 
JERSEY BOYS Delays West End Reopening to 28 July 2021
by Stephi Wild - March 16, 2021 Jersey Boys tells the true life story of four boys from the wrong side of the tracks who wrote their own songs, invented their own unique sound, and sold 100 million records worldwide.... 
Joel McHale to Return as Host of CARD SHARKS on ABC
by Kaitlin Milligan - December 03, 2019 ABC Entertainment and Fremantle announced today that actor and comedian Joel McHale is set to return as host of “Card Sharks,” the suspenseful game where a fortune can be won on the turn of a single playing card! The show was recently picked up for a second season and is set to air in 2020. ... 
Garden Theatre Opens 2021 With A Heartfelt Musical A CLASS ACT
by A.A. Cristi - January 27, 2021 You know all the lyrics to “What I Did for Love” and “One,” but what do you know about the man behind the iconic words? A Class Act shares the remarkable life story of Edward Kleban, Tony Award-winning lyricist of A Chorus Line, through music and lyrics written by Ed himself. His life in song runs o... 
BWW Review: HEY VIOLA! Brings Forth the Important Story Behind the Woman on Canada's Ten-Dollar Bill
by Alyson Eng - October 21, 2020 This month, HEY VIOLA! Viola Desmond: The Soundtrack of a Life plays from October 15 – 25 at the Anvil Centre in New Westminster. After interviewing star, Krystle Dos Santos in September, it was a pleasure to see her take the stage playing Canadian Hero: Viola Desmond in the show. Viola Desmond was ... 
Howard Ashman Documentary is Now Available on Disney+!
by Stephi Wild - August 07, 2020 The original documentary film 'Howard' premieres exclusively on Disney+ today, August 7, 2020. The film, which first premiered at the 2018 Tribeca Film Festival, follows the captivating LIFE STORY of Disney Legend and Academy Award-winning Lyricist Howard Ashman....
Documentary On Iconic Hollywood 'Rosary Priest' Debuts Theatrically October 9
by A.A. Cristi - September 29, 2020 In 1945, an immigrant Irish Catholic priest newly arrived in Los Angeles called Bing Crosby, and asked him to help create a radio program to talk about prayer. Bing, along with many other big named stars, said yes, igniting a family and faith-based production company that still exists today. ... 
VIDEO: Trailer for Max Original Comedy Special AIDA RODRIGUEZ: FIGHTING WORDS
by Michael Major - October 25, 2021 Comedian, actress and producer Aida Rodriguez takes the stage in the Bronx for her first hour-long stand-up comedy special, Aida Rodriguez: Fighting Words. Watch the trailer for the new comedy special now!... 
GARTH BROOKS: THE ROAD I'M ON Brings in 1.2 Million Viewers
by Sarah Jae Leiber - December 03, 2019 The premiere of A&E Network's 'Biography - Garth Brooks: The Road I'm On (Part 1)' hit a high note on Monday night, delivering 1.2 million Total Viewers according to Nielsen Media Research, the largest audience for a 'Biography' installment in 15 years (since 'Biography: Jeopardy!' in December 2004)... 
Dallas Opera Presents FLIGHT, March 4
by A.A. Cristi - February 16, 2022 The Dallas Opera has secured the cabin and announced takeoff for Flight, the opera based on the real-life story that also inspired Steven Spielberg's The Terminal. The Dallas premiere of Jonathan Dove and April De Angelis' contemporary masterpiece opens at the Winspear Opera House on Friday, March 4... 
VIDEO: On This Day, April 13- LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR & GRILL Opens On Broadway Starring Audra McDonald
by A.A. Cristi - April 13, 2021 On this day in 2014, Audra McDonald returned to Broadway as legendary jazz singer, Billie Holiday, in the musical drama, Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill.... 
WHO WILL PICK UP MY BACK IF I DIE? Plays Final Performance at the Farabi Stage
by Stephi Wild - February 28, 2022 A Theater Actor decides to commit suicide. This decision is put into practice after a play performance in the theater where he works as an Officer. Just as the audience is about to leave, he asks them to stay in their places and by telling his life story reminiscent of Yeşilçam movies, he turns his ... 
Daniel Junge and Sam Pollard to Direct Documentary I WAS BORN THIS WAY
by Marissa Tomeo - March 19, 2022 Academy Award® winner Daniel Junge and Emmy Award winner Sam Pollard announced today that they have partnered with the estate of the Archbishop Carl Bean to co-direct the upcoming documentary I WAS BORN THIS WAY based on the iconic LGBTQ Archbishop’s incredible life as a singer turned leader and act... |
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