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Motives and Murders takes you into the minds of criminal investigators as they reveal untold stories behind the capture of the most notorious killers. Witness the challenges and setbacks as detectives work to solve complex homicide cases. With a surprise at every turn, this gripping series pays homage to the impressive work of law enforcement officers who bring killers to justice.

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DONE TO DEATH BY JOVE Comes to Goodwood Institute and Studio This Weekend Photo DONE TO DEATH BY JOVE Comes to Goodwood Institute and Studio This Weekend
by Stephi Wild - February 16, 2023

“The 39 Steps” meets “An Inspector Calls” via Agatha Christie, Sherlock Holmes and Midsomer Murders. A cast of six bring a comic flurry of suspects and characters together to discover who done what, and why… Except, well… four of the cast are stuck by the side of the road in the van, and only those ...
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by Steve Callahan - January 25, 2023

St. Louis’ Winter Opera opened its sixteenth season with a vocally brilliant production of Verdi’s Macbeth....
South Street Seaport Museum Announces Free November Book Club Event KILLERS OF THE FL Photo South Street Seaport Museum Announces Free November Book Club Event KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON: THE OSAGE MURDERS And THE BIRTH OF THE FBI
by A.A. Cristi - November 14, 2023

Join the South Street Seaport Museum Book Club for a discussion on 'Killers of the Flower Moon' by David Grann. Explore the history of Native voices and the construction of New Amsterdam's narrative. Register now!...
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by Tori Hartshorn - March 21, 2018

Veteran NBA All-Star player Jamaal Magloire guest stars as a professional basketball player, alongside illustrious Barenaked Ladies rockstar Ed Robertson as the aforementioned athlete's powerful sports agent on an all-new episode of WGN America's “Shoot the Messenger,” airing the night of Friday, Ma...
History Presents MANSON SPEAKS: INSIDE THE MIND OF A MADMAN, 12/3 Photo History Presents MANSON SPEAKS: INSIDE THE MIND OF A MADMAN, 12/3
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2017

Two weeks after the death of Charles Manson, HISTORY and Lucky 8 TV ('60 Days In,' 'Released') will reveal new riveting evidence that suggests the Manson Family's reign of terror may have extended beyond their notorious Los Angeles murders in MANSON SPEAKS: INSIDE THE MIND OF A MADMAN, premiering S...
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by Caryn Robbins - January 22, 2018

SundanceTV today announced the continuation of its exploration of true crime with the greenlight of three new docuseries: 'The Road to Jonestown' (w/t) from Appian Way and Emmy Award(R)-winning Stephen David Entertainment; 'Ministry of Evil: The Twisted Cult of Tony Alamo' from Emmy Award(R)-winners...
Oxygen Media Pulls Curtain Back On Two Famous Serial Killers On SNAPPED NOTORIOUS: PR Photo Oxygen Media Pulls Curtain Back On Two Famous Serial Killers On SNAPPED NOTORIOUS: PRESCRIPTION FOR DEATH
by Tori Hartshorn - May 11, 2018

 Oxygen Media, the home for high quality true-crime programming will examine medical mysteries in “Snapped Notorious: Prescription for Death,” a two-night special that will focus on both Charles Cullen and Kristen Gilbert, whom hid in plain sight where their victims would have felt safest – a hospit...
History Presents MANSON SPEAKS: INSIDE THE MIND OF A MADMAN, 12/3 Photo History Presents MANSON SPEAKS: INSIDE THE MIND OF A MADMAN, 12/3
by Caryn Robbins - November 29, 2017

Two weeks after the death of Charles Manson, HISTORY and Lucky 8 TV ('60 Days In,' 'Released') will reveal new riveting evidence that suggests the Manson Family's reign of terror may have extended beyond their notorious Los Angeles murders in MANSON SPEAKS: INSIDE THE MIND OF A MADMAN, premiering S...
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by Kaitlin Milligan - August 21, 2019

A year after the tragic murders of Shanann Watts and her two young daughters by her own husband Chris Watts, Lifetime has greenlit the new movie, The Chris Watts Story (WT), revealing the months that led up to the horrific crime and piecing together the mysterious motives that made this doting fathe...
Reelz Presents Two-Hour Documentary CHARLES MANSON: THE FINAL WORDS, 12/3 Photo Reelz Presents Two-Hour Documentary CHARLES MANSON: THE FINAL WORDS, 12/3
by Caryn Robbins - November 22, 2017

REELZ announced the new original two-hour documentary CHARLES MANSON: THE FINAL WORDS premieres Sunday, December 3, 2017 at 9pm ET/ 6pm PT....
Reelz Presents Two-Hour Documentary CHARLES MANSON: THE FINAL WORDS, 12/3 Photo Reelz Presents Two-Hour Documentary CHARLES MANSON: THE FINAL WORDS, 12/3
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2017

REELZ announced the new original two-hour documentary CHARLES MANSON: THE FINAL WORDS premieres Sunday, December 3, 2017 at 9pm ET/ 6pm PT....
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by Kaitlin Milligan - May 07, 2019

Oxygen Media, the home for quality true crime programming, is aggressively expanding its original slate with six new greenlights and five series in development which include projects from Kim Kardashian, Mark Wahlberg, Ice-T, Jason Blum, Nancy Grace, Kate Snow and Paul Holes, it was announced today ...
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by Tori Hartshorn - February 27, 2019

Oxygen Media, the destination for high-quality crime programming, premieres the new original series “Murder for Hire,”debuting Sunday, April 7 at 7pm ET/PT. From Executive Producer Dick Wolf and Shed Media, the series gives an exclusive look into the dark world of contract killings, showcasing some ...
BWW Review: HOLY LAND, The Space Photo BWW Review: HOLY LAND, The Space
by Cindy Marcolina - June 14, 2019

Everybody knows that the internet is the host of some very awful matter. Images and links are permanent and if you dig hard enough, an underworld of crime starts spreading behind the screen....
Review: LIZZIE: THE MUSICAL at Austin Playhouse Rocks! Photo Review: LIZZIE: THE MUSICAL at Austin Playhouse Rocks!
by Sabrina Wallace - July 17, 2023

Under the expert direction of Michael E. McKelvey and an outstanding all-female cast, Doctuh Mistuh’s production of Lizzie: The Musical is an enthralling and daring production that leaves an indelible impression. With its pulsating punk rock score, exceptional performances, and a narrative that capt...
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by Natalie O'Donoghue - August 02, 2019

What makes a killer? What makes the yearning for connection and friendship so great that you would do anything? How does a mind justify the most terrifying act? In 1991, four Austrian nurses were charged with murdering 49 patients in their beds, but were suspected of killing up to 200. The world pre...
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by A.A. Cristi - October 03, 2017

Derby Dinner Playhouse will present Agatha Christie's, A MURDER IS ANNOUNCED, opening October 4 and running through November 12, 2017. For ticket information please call 812-288-8281 or visit...
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by Steve Callahan - January 25, 2023

St. Louis’ Winter Opera opened its sixteenth season with a vocally brilliant production of Verdi’s Macbeth....
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by Nicole Rosky - March 27, 2021

Broadway might be dark, but that doesn't mean that theatre isn't happening everywhere! Below, check out where you can get your daily fix of Broadway this weekend, March 27-28, 2021....
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by Alan Portner - October 11, 2021

The World Premiere production of “Four Children” has been brought to life by the Kansas City Actors Theatre on the City Stage inside Union Station as a minimalist, sadly shocking view of war against children and on a number of levels. It is not to be missed during its several week run. The playwrig...
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by Tracey Paleo - April 04, 2021

'We hope you can help us understand what happened here so it never repeats itself and justice can be served.'...
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by Stephi Wild - April 24, 2018

Pandora Productions ends her family themed Season with Die! Mommie Die!, Charles Busch's outrageous, campy, impossible comedy. Poisoned suppositories are just the beginning of this thriller comedy with multiple suspects, with many motives and a twist we never see coming....
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by Kaitlin Milligan - April 21, 2020

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by Emily Noxon - October 28, 2019

Macbeth and his wife are determined to ascend to the throne. Following a prophesy that comes true, Macbeth will do whatever it takes to keep the throne. Macbeth murders everyone he perceives to be a threat to his throne and loses his grip on reality as he does so....





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