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BrightSide Theatre Opens GOD OF CARNAGE, 3/14
by Kelsey Denette - March 06, 2013
BrightSide Theatre continues its Second Season with the entertaining Modern Masterpiece and Tony Award winning comedy "God of Carnage" by Yasmina Reza, and translated by Christopher Hampton....
by Kelsey Denette - March 06, 2013
BrightSide Theatre continues its Second Season with the entertaining Modern Masterpiece and Tony Award winning comedy "God of Carnage" by Yasmina Reza, and translated by Christopher Hampton....
BWW Reviews: LES MISERABLES From Stage to Screen
by Victoria Noe - March 04, 2013
What looks deceptively like just a pretty book is love letter to the talented artists who brought Victor Hugo's tale to life. Nightingale and Palmer have created a fitting homage to one of the most important musicals in theatre history and its ground-breaking film version....
by Victoria Noe - March 04, 2013
What looks deceptively like just a pretty book is love letter to the talented artists who brought Victor Hugo's tale to life. Nightingale and Palmer have created a fitting homage to one of the most important musicals in theatre history and its ground-breaking film version....
CONFIRMED: Shirley MacLaine Will Return to DOWNTON ABBEY for Season 4
by Tyler Peterson - March 02, 2013
Amidst all the cast changes happening on DOWNTON ABBEY, fans can breathe a sigh of relief for the fate of one more character: PBS and Carnival films announced today that Shirley MacLaine will officially be back for season 4 as 'Martha Levinson.'...
by Tyler Peterson - March 02, 2013
Amidst all the cast changes happening on DOWNTON ABBEY, fans can breathe a sigh of relief for the fate of one more character: PBS and Carnival films announced today that Shirley MacLaine will officially be back for season 4 as 'Martha Levinson.'...
Teaser Clip from Brown University's PHAEDRA; Opens Tonight!
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2013
Jean Racine's 1677 PHAEDRA grows out of a landscape inspired from Greek mythology and infused with possibilities of the spectacular to become what critics have deemed to be a radically modern tragedy. Directed by Spencer Golub, PHAEDRA opens tonight and runs thru March 10 at the Stuart Theatre. Get ...
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2013
Jean Racine's 1677 PHAEDRA grows out of a landscape inspired from Greek mythology and infused with possibilities of the spectacular to become what critics have deemed to be a radically modern tragedy. Directed by Spencer Golub, PHAEDRA opens tonight and runs thru March 10 at the Stuart Theatre. Get ...
Ang Lee's LIFE OF PI Now Available on Digital HD
by Caryn Robbins - February 20, 2013
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment today announced the availability of Oscar Winning Director Ang Lee's cinematic masterpiece LIFE OF PI on DIGITAL HD five days before the 85th Academy Awards....
by Caryn Robbins - February 20, 2013
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment today announced the availability of Oscar Winning Director Ang Lee's cinematic masterpiece LIFE OF PI on DIGITAL HD five days before the 85th Academy Awards....
VIDEO: CONAN's Take on DOWNTON ABBEY's Shocking Season Finale
by TV News Desk - February 19, 2013
In the following clip from tonight's CONAN on TBS, Conan reveals-SPOILER ALERT!-what really happened in the tragic season 3 finale of Masterpiece Classic's Downton Abbey. Watch below!...
by TV News Desk - February 19, 2013
In the following clip from tonight's CONAN on TBS, Conan reveals-SPOILER ALERT!-what really happened in the tragic season 3 finale of Masterpiece Classic's Downton Abbey. Watch below!...
DOWNTON ABBEY Season 3 Finale Draws 8.2M Viewers
by Tyler Peterson - February 19, 2013
PBS and WGBH announced today that the conclusion of the breakout hit 'Downton Abbey, Season 3' on MASTERPIECE CLASSIC captivated an average audience of 8.2 million viewers (Nielsen Fast National data, 5.2 household rating). The Season 3 finale's average audience was 50 percent above the Season 2 fin...
by Tyler Peterson - February 19, 2013
PBS and WGBH announced today that the conclusion of the breakout hit 'Downton Abbey, Season 3' on MASTERPIECE CLASSIC captivated an average audience of 8.2 million viewers (Nielsen Fast National data, 5.2 household rating). The Season 3 finale's average audience was 50 percent above the Season 2 fin...
VIDEO: Cast of DOWNTON ABBEY Discuss Episode 6
by Caryn Robbins - February 12, 2013
Below, Masterpiece and PBS speak to the cast of DOWNTON ABBEY about the 6th episode of the historical drama which aired last Sunday. WARNING: This video contains spoilers - proceed at your own risk!...
by Caryn Robbins - February 12, 2013
Below, Masterpiece and PBS speak to the cast of DOWNTON ABBEY about the 6th episode of the historical drama which aired last Sunday. WARNING: This video contains spoilers - proceed at your own risk!...
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Lady Violet's Niece Arrives on Next DOWNTON ABBEY
by Caryn Robbins - February 07, 2013
Change arrives in a big way for several key characters on the next episode of PBS's DOWNTON ABBEY. A yearly cricket match with the village sees old scores settled and new plots hatched while Lady Violet's niece Rose arrives. Get a sneak peek below!...
by Caryn Robbins - February 07, 2013
Change arrives in a big way for several key characters on the next episode of PBS's DOWNTON ABBEY. A yearly cricket match with the village sees old scores settled and new plots hatched while Lady Violet's niece Rose arrives. Get a sneak peek below!...
BrightSide Theatre Presents GOD OF CARNAGE, Opening 3/14
by Kelsey Denette - February 07, 2013
BrightSide Theatre continues our Second Season with the entertaining Modern Masterpiece and Tony Award winning comedy "God of Carnage" by Yasmina Reza, and translated by Christopher Hampton....
by Kelsey Denette - February 07, 2013
BrightSide Theatre continues our Second Season with the entertaining Modern Masterpiece and Tony Award winning comedy "God of Carnage" by Yasmina Reza, and translated by Christopher Hampton....
DOWNTON ABBEY on Masterpiece Classic Rates Second on Super Bowl Sunday
by Tyler Peterson - February 04, 2013
PBS and WGBH announced today that "Downton Abbey, Season 3" on MASTERPIECE CLASSICrated second only to the Super Bowl on February 3 (Nielsen Overnights data, 4.4 household rating)....
by Tyler Peterson - February 04, 2013
PBS and WGBH announced today that "Downton Abbey, Season 3" on MASTERPIECE CLASSICrated second only to the Super Bowl on February 3 (Nielsen Overnights data, 4.4 household rating)....
Amazon's Prime Instant Video to Exclusively Stream PBS's DOWNTON ABBEY
by Caryn Robbins - February 01, 2013
Amazon.com, Inc. today announced a content licensing agreement with PBS Distribution that will make Prime Instant Video the exclusive subscription home for streaming the Carnival/MASTERPIECE co-production DONWTON ABBEY....
by Caryn Robbins - February 01, 2013
Amazon.com, Inc. today announced a content licensing agreement with PBS Distribution that will make Prime Instant Video the exclusive subscription home for streaming the Carnival/MASTERPIECE co-production DONWTON ABBEY....
VIDEO: PBS Presents DOWNTON ABBEY - 'Best of Sybil & Tom' Montage
by Caryn Robbins - February 01, 2013
Following the shocking and sorrowful events of last week's episode of DOWNTON ABBEY, PBS presents a montage of the the most sweet, tender and moving moments featuring Sybil and Tom. Check it out below and be sure to have plenty of kleenex handy!...
by Caryn Robbins - February 01, 2013
Following the shocking and sorrowful events of last week's episode of DOWNTON ABBEY, PBS presents a montage of the the most sweet, tender and moving moments featuring Sybil and Tom. Check it out below and be sure to have plenty of kleenex handy!...
VIDEO: DOWNTON ABBEY Cast Reacts to Events of Last Week's Episode
by Caryn Robbins - February 01, 2013
Below find out the cast's reaction to the the shocking and sorrowful events of last week's episode. (SPOILER ALERT: Proceed at your own risk if you have not yet viewed this episode)....
by Caryn Robbins - February 01, 2013
Below find out the cast's reaction to the the shocking and sorrowful events of last week's episode. (SPOILER ALERT: Proceed at your own risk if you have not yet viewed this episode)....
Amazon Prime Instant Video to be the Exclusive Subscription Streaming Home for DOWNTON ABBEY on PBS
by Robert Diamond - February 01, 2013
Amazon.com, Inc. today announced a content licensing agreement with PBS Distribution that will make Prime Instant Video the exclusive subscription home for streaming the Carnival/MASTERPIECE co-production "Downton Abbey." Seasons 1 and 2 of the award-winning series are currently available on Prime I...
by Robert Diamond - February 01, 2013
Amazon.com, Inc. today announced a content licensing agreement with PBS Distribution that will make Prime Instant Video the exclusive subscription home for streaming the Carnival/MASTERPIECE co-production "Downton Abbey." Seasons 1 and 2 of the award-winning series are currently available on Prime I...
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Things Go Badly Amiss On DOWNTON ABBEY Ep. 5
by Caryn Robbins - February 01, 2013
On the next episode of PBS's DOWNTON ABBEY, things go badly amiss as Robert and Cora are not speaking. The servants are shunning Matthew's mother Isobel. And Matthew and Robert have fallen out. Also, Bates takes a gamble. Below, watch an exclusive scene from Episode 5 premiering February 3rd on PBS....
by Caryn Robbins - February 01, 2013
On the next episode of PBS's DOWNTON ABBEY, things go badly amiss as Robert and Cora are not speaking. The servants are shunning Matthew's mother Isobel. And Matthew and Robert have fallen out. Also, Bates takes a gamble. Below, watch an exclusive scene from Episode 5 premiering February 3rd on PBS....
iTunes to Offer DOWNTON ABBEY Season 3 Episodes Ahead of Broadcast
by Caryn Robbins - January 15, 2013
Deadline reports that Apple is offering fans of the popular DOWNTON ABBEY series a chance to view the final three episodes of the show's third season ahead of their broadcast on PBS....
by Caryn Robbins - January 15, 2013
Deadline reports that Apple is offering fans of the popular DOWNTON ABBEY series a chance to view the final three episodes of the show's third season ahead of their broadcast on PBS....
DOWNTON ABBEY's Season Three Premiere Brings Huge Ratings for PBS
by Tyler Peterson - January 07, 2013
PBS and WGBH announced today that the premiere of MASTERPIECE CLASSIC 'Downton Abbey, Season 3' captivated viewers nationwide, building on the love affair with the series that started two years ago. An average audience of 7.9 million viewers tuned in for Sunday's premiere. (Nielsen Fast National da...
by Tyler Peterson - January 07, 2013
PBS and WGBH announced today that the premiere of MASTERPIECE CLASSIC 'Downton Abbey, Season 3' captivated viewers nationwide, building on the love affair with the series that started two years ago. An average audience of 7.9 million viewers tuned in for Sunday's premiere. (Nielsen Fast National da...
Sinfonia Toronto Kicks Off 2012-2013 Season Tonight, 10/27
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2012
Sinfonia Toronto has just announced its 2012-2013 season, the orchestra's 14th under the artistic direction of conductor Nurhan Arman. Next season the orchestra will again present a 7-concert Masterpiece Series featuring a rich variety of guest artists. All concerts except the season's opening conce...
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2012
Sinfonia Toronto has just announced its 2012-2013 season, the orchestra's 14th under the artistic direction of conductor Nurhan Arman. Next season the orchestra will again present a 7-concert Masterpiece Series featuring a rich variety of guest artists. All concerts except the season's opening conce...
FOYLE'S WAR to Return to PBS's MASTERPIECE MYSTERY Summer 2013
by Caryn Robbins - September 12, 2012
Acorn Media, MASTERPIECE/WGBH, ITV and Eleventh Hour Films have released the first images from the set of the new series of FOYLE'S WAR. The three new episodes will air as part of the MASTERPIECE MYSTERY! season on PBS in summer of 2013....
by Caryn Robbins - September 12, 2012
Acorn Media, MASTERPIECE/WGBH, ITV and Eleventh Hour Films have released the first images from the set of the new series of FOYLE'S WAR. The three new episodes will air as part of the MASTERPIECE MYSTERY! season on PBS in summer of 2013....
Ralph Lauren to Sponsor MASTERPIECE on PBS
by Caryn Robbins - September 10, 2012
MASTERPIECE, the celebrated PBS drama series known for hit programs such as Downton Abbey and Sherlock, is pleased to announce that Ralph Lauren Corporation is becoming a national corporate sponsor for the series....
by Caryn Robbins - September 10, 2012
MASTERPIECE, the celebrated PBS drama series known for hit programs such as Downton Abbey and Sherlock, is pleased to announce that Ralph Lauren Corporation is becoming a national corporate sponsor for the series....
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - Kenneth Branagh Stars in PBS's WALLANDER
by Caryn Robbins - August 27, 2012
The Kenneth Branagh-led PBS drama WALLANDER: AN EVENT IN AUTUMN returns for its third season on Sunday, September 9 at 9:00/8:00c. WALLANDER is based on the bestselling mystery series by Henning Mankell On MASTERPIECE Mystery! Get a sneak peek below!...
by Caryn Robbins - August 27, 2012
The Kenneth Branagh-led PBS drama WALLANDER: AN EVENT IN AUTUMN returns for its third season on Sunday, September 9 at 9:00/8:00c. WALLANDER is based on the bestselling mystery series by Henning Mankell On MASTERPIECE Mystery! Get a sneak peek below!...
STAGE TUBE: Preview 'An Event in Autumn' WALLANDER Episode, Starring Kenneth Branagh on PBS
by Stage Tube - August 24, 2012
Wallander III from the bestselling mystery series by Henning Mankell airs Sundays on PBS' MASTERPIECE Mystery, starring Kenneth Branagh. Check out a preview for the upcoming 'An Event in Autumn' episode below!...
by Stage Tube - August 24, 2012
Wallander III from the bestselling mystery series by Henning Mankell airs Sundays on PBS' MASTERPIECE Mystery, starring Kenneth Branagh. Check out a preview for the upcoming 'An Event in Autumn' episode below!...
Hartford Stage Announces HEDDA GABLER Cast and Creative Team
by Kelsey Denette - August 17, 2012
Hartford Stage, under the leadership of Artistic Director Darko Tresnjak and Managing Director Michael Stotts, today announced the full cast and creative team for Ibsen's Hedda Gabler, the season opener of the Tony Award-winning theatre's 49th season, on stage from August 30 through September 23....
by Kelsey Denette - August 17, 2012
Hartford Stage, under the leadership of Artistic Director Darko Tresnjak and Managing Director Michael Stotts, today announced the full cast and creative team for Ibsen's Hedda Gabler, the season opener of the Tony Award-winning theatre's 49th season, on stage from August 30 through September 23....
The El Capitan Theatre Screens CINDERELLA, Now thru 8/30
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2012
Hollywood's legendary El Capitan Theatre presents Walt Disney's animated masterpiece "Cinderella" for a special limited engagement from tonight, August 15 through August 30 2012, announced today by Lylle Breier, Senior Vice President of Worldwide Special Events for Walt Disney Studios Motion Picture...
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2012
Hollywood's legendary El Capitan Theatre presents Walt Disney's animated masterpiece "Cinderella" for a special limited engagement from tonight, August 15 through August 30 2012, announced today by Lylle Breier, Senior Vice President of Worldwide Special Events for Walt Disney Studios Motion Picture...
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