We've taken you around the world exploring behaviors and lifestyles that are acceptable in some cultures but forbidden, illegal or reviled in others. But this season, we're looking in our own backyard. Taboo USA goes behind the closed doors and picket fences of America
New Web Series from Chicago OUR CULTURAL CENTER Premieres Today
by TV News Desk - October 21, 2013
The first season of a new comic web series, Our Cultural Center, is currently Being produced in CHICAGO and is released today, October 21st. MartinJon Productions is using the arts, traditionally an entertainment taboo, as the central theme to this character driven comic series. The series takes pla...
by TV News Desk - October 21, 2013
The first season of a new comic web series, Our Cultural Center, is currently Being produced in CHICAGO and is released today, October 21st. MartinJon Productions is using the arts, traditionally an entertainment taboo, as the central theme to this character driven comic series. The series takes pla...
Photo Coverage: BEEN ON BROADWAY Photo Call!
by Carrie Dunn - October 10, 2013
Following a sold-out show at the Pheasantry, Been on Broadway makes its West End debut at the Duchess Theatre on Sunday October 13, featuring songs from Broadway musicals that haven't yet made it to the West End....
by Carrie Dunn - October 10, 2013
Following a sold-out show at the Pheasantry, Been on Broadway makes its West End debut at the Duchess Theatre on Sunday October 13, featuring songs from Broadway musicals that haven't yet made it to the West End....
OUR CULTURAL CENTER, A New Web Series from Chicago, to Premiere 10/21
by Molly Tracy - October 03, 2013
The first season of a new comic web series, Our Cultural Center, is currently being produced in CHICAGO and slated for release on October 21st....
by Molly Tracy - October 03, 2013
The first season of a new comic web series, Our Cultural Center, is currently being produced in CHICAGO and slated for release on October 21st....
WENDELL TUCKER HATES THE WORLD to Run 10/12-28 at Gorilla Tango Bucktown
by Tyler Peterson - September 22, 2013
Fresh off the seven-year run of hit hip-hop musical, I Still Love H.E.R. (atributetohiphop), Chicago playwright and performer Wendell Tucker returns to the stage with the debut of his new one man comedy, Wendell Tucker Hates the World. Drawing on his experience as an African American man diagnosed w...
by Tyler Peterson - September 22, 2013
Fresh off the seven-year run of hit hip-hop musical, I Still Love H.E.R. (atributetohiphop), Chicago playwright and performer Wendell Tucker returns to the stage with the debut of his new one man comedy, Wendell Tucker Hates the World. Drawing on his experience as an African American man diagnosed w...
EXIT Theatre to Present David Kleinberg's STORY OF SEX ADDICTION, 10/4-26
by Tyler Peterson - September 22, 2013
David Kleinberg is the former editor of the San Francisco Chronicle's Sunday Datebook and a stand-up comic. He brings his ground-breaking autobiographical solo show, The Voice: One Man's Journey into Sex Addiction and Recovery, to EXIT Theatre every Friday and Saturday in October....
by Tyler Peterson - September 22, 2013
David Kleinberg is the former editor of the San Francisco Chronicle's Sunday Datebook and a stand-up comic. He brings his ground-breaking autobiographical solo show, The Voice: One Man's Journey into Sex Addiction and Recovery, to EXIT Theatre every Friday and Saturday in October....
Elizabeth Strong Releases JOINED BY GOD
by Christina Mancuso - September 03, 2013
In her new book, Joined by God, author Elizabeth Strong shares a true story of hurting and lonely people involved in an extraordinary 'Taboo' love. Not just a personal chronicle of a most fascinating odyssey. Strong's literary debut also examines some of the life choices and issues that confront Chr...
by Christina Mancuso - September 03, 2013
In her new book, Joined by God, author Elizabeth Strong shares a true story of hurting and lonely people involved in an extraordinary 'Taboo' love. Not just a personal chronicle of a most fascinating odyssey. Strong's literary debut also examines some of the life choices and issues that confront Chr...
TYPT Co. Presents SWEET TABOO at Embassy Theatre, Now thru 17 Aug
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2013
Talawa Theatre Company's flagship programme for emerging theatre makers, TYPT, will this year see a company of 14 emerging practitioners work collaboratively with theatre director Mojisola Adebayo, and a professional multi-disciplinary team, to devise an original piece of theatre exploring gender an...
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2013
Talawa Theatre Company's flagship programme for emerging theatre makers, TYPT, will this year see a company of 14 emerging practitioners work collaboratively with theatre director Mojisola Adebayo, and a professional multi-disciplinary team, to devise an original piece of theatre exploring gender an...
James Gillan and Paul Spicer Lead World Premiere of THE 8TH FOLD at Duchess Theatre, Nov 10
by Christina Mancuso - August 02, 2013
James Gillan (Wicked, Taboo) and Paul Spicer (Avenue Q, The Last 5 Years) will headline the world premiere of the brand new British born musical The 8th Fold in a specially conceived concert staging. Poignantly timed to take place on Remembrance Sunday, The 8th Fold will be performed for one night o...
by Christina Mancuso - August 02, 2013
James Gillan (Wicked, Taboo) and Paul Spicer (Avenue Q, The Last 5 Years) will headline the world premiere of the brand new British born musical The 8th Fold in a specially conceived concert staging. Poignantly timed to take place on Remembrance Sunday, The 8th Fold will be performed for one night o...
Elizabeth Strong Releases JOINED BY GOD
by Christina Mancuso - August 02, 2013
In her new book, Joined by God, author Elizabeth Strong shares a true story of hurting and lonely people involved in an extraordinary 'Taboo' love. Not just a personal chronicle of a most fascinating odyssey, Strong's literary debut also examines some of the life choices and issues that confront Chr...
by Christina Mancuso - August 02, 2013
In her new book, Joined by God, author Elizabeth Strong shares a true story of hurting and lonely people involved in an extraordinary 'Taboo' love. Not just a personal chronicle of a most fascinating odyssey, Strong's literary debut also examines some of the life choices and issues that confront Chr...
CLYBOURNE PARK Opens at Don F. Fruechte Theatre Next Week
by Tyler Peterson - July 26, 2013
With a focus on producing highly regarded, award winning works that leave audiences asking questions and discussing big ideas, Ophelia's Jump Productions presents Bruce Norris' hilarious and insightful award- winning play CLYBOURNE PARK. Directed by co-founder Beatrice Casagran, CLYBOURNE PARK plays...
by Tyler Peterson - July 26, 2013
With a focus on producing highly regarded, award winning works that leave audiences asking questions and discussing big ideas, Ophelia's Jump Productions presents Bruce Norris' hilarious and insightful award- winning play CLYBOURNE PARK. Directed by co-founder Beatrice Casagran, CLYBOURNE PARK plays...
will.i.am to Be Featured on New E! Series POP INNOVATORS Tonight
by TV News Desk - July 14, 2013
E! launches its new original series POP INNOVATORS which celebrates the lives and work of those unique individuals who are amongst the most influential names in pop culture, with the inspiring story of seven-time Grammy Award-winning musician and creative innovator will.i.am....
by TV News Desk - July 14, 2013
E! launches its new original series POP INNOVATORS which celebrates the lives and work of those unique individuals who are amongst the most influential names in pop culture, with the inspiring story of seven-time Grammy Award-winning musician and creative innovator will.i.am....
will.i.am to Be Featured on New E! Series POP INNOVATORS, 7/14
by Caryn Robbins - July 09, 2013
E! launches its new original series POP INNOVATORS which celebrates the lives and work of those unique individuals who are amongst the most influential names in pop culture, with the inspiring story of seven-time Grammy Award-winning musician and creative innovator will.i.am....
by Caryn Robbins - July 09, 2013
E! launches its new original series POP INNOVATORS which celebrates the lives and work of those unique individuals who are amongst the most influential names in pop culture, with the inspiring story of seven-time Grammy Award-winning musician and creative innovator will.i.am....
TYPT Co. to Present SWEET TABOO at Embassy Theatre, 15-17 August
by Tyler Peterson - June 28, 2013
Talawa Theatre Company's flagship programme for emerging theatre makers, TYPT, will this year see a company of 14 emerging practitioners work collaboratively with theatre director Mojisola Adebayo, and a professional multi-disciplinary team, to devise an original piece of theatre exploring gender an...
by Tyler Peterson - June 28, 2013
Talawa Theatre Company's flagship programme for emerging theatre makers, TYPT, will this year see a company of 14 emerging practitioners work collaboratively with theatre director Mojisola Adebayo, and a professional multi-disciplinary team, to devise an original piece of theatre exploring gender an...
Sir Richard Branson to Headline Special Screening of BREAKING THE TABOO Documentary
by Caryn Robbins - June 13, 2013
Sundog Pictures announced today it will be holding a special screening of its groundbreaking documentary “Breaking the Taboo,” in San Diego, California on Thursday, June 20th 2013....
by Caryn Robbins - June 13, 2013
Sundog Pictures announced today it will be holding a special screening of its groundbreaking documentary “Breaking the Taboo,” in San Diego, California on Thursday, June 20th 2013....
Kristen Wiig & More Set for Will Ferrell's SPOILS OF BABYLON Spoof
by Caryn Robbins - June 03, 2013
Jessica Alba, Val Kilmer, Tobey Maguire, Haley Joel Osment, Michael Sheen, Tim Robbins and Kristen Wiig are confirmed to join Will Ferrell in IFC's new original comedy, The Spoils of Babylon....
by Caryn Robbins - June 03, 2013
Jessica Alba, Val Kilmer, Tobey Maguire, Haley Joel Osment, Michael Sheen, Tim Robbins and Kristen Wiig are confirmed to join Will Ferrell in IFC's new original comedy, The Spoils of Babylon....
Nat Geo Channel Announces New Series & Specials for Summer Line-Up
by Caryn Robbins - May 30, 2013
This isn't beach TV … It's better! National Geographic Channel (NGC) today announced its June to August slate, which includes the premiere of five new compelling series...
by Caryn Robbins - May 30, 2013
This isn't beach TV … It's better! National Geographic Channel (NGC) today announced its June to August slate, which includes the premiere of five new compelling series...
THE CONFESSION ROOM Concept Recording Released, With Casey, Chisnall, Gaumond & Hunter
by Carrie Dunn - May 24, 2013
SimG Records, the leading independent British label devoted to new musical theatre writers and artists, is to release the concept recording of the new British musical The Confession Room, on Friday 31st May 2013....
by Carrie Dunn - May 24, 2013
SimG Records, the leading independent British label devoted to new musical theatre writers and artists, is to release the concept recording of the new British musical The Confession Room, on Friday 31st May 2013....
Broadway's Sarah Uriarte Berry and Tony Vincent Join PSO for TOTALLY AWESOME '80s, 4/27-28
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2013
Broadway stars Sarah Uriarte Berry (Taboo/Beauty and the Beast) and Tony Vincent (The Voice/American Idiot) will sing in Broadway Pops International's concert production of I HEART THE 80's with Robert Moody conducting the Portland (Maine) Symphony Orchestra in two performances April 27th and 28th....
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2013
Broadway stars Sarah Uriarte Berry (Taboo/Beauty and the Beast) and Tony Vincent (The Voice/American Idiot) will sing in Broadway Pops International's concert production of I HEART THE 80's with Robert Moody conducting the Portland (Maine) Symphony Orchestra in two performances April 27th and 28th....
Rachel Kramer Bussel Releases Romance Book, ONLY YOU
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2013
Rachel Kramer Bussel is a pundit on sexuality, passion, and romance, and a prolific erotica author and editor to boot. She is the author of the critically acclaimed Passion, Obsessed, Irresistible, and Only You, all collections of erotica specifically written to reignite the passion of adventurous c...
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2013
Rachel Kramer Bussel is a pundit on sexuality, passion, and romance, and a prolific erotica author and editor to boot. She is the author of the critically acclaimed Passion, Obsessed, Irresistible, and Only You, all collections of erotica specifically written to reignite the passion of adventurous c...
BWW Reviews: Shadowbox Live's TABOO is Universally Entertaining
by Lisa Norris - April 14, 2013
Shadowbox Live continues its reputation for having no topic off-limits, with its new sketch comedy and rock n' roll show entitled, "Taboo". The witty sketches poke fun at virtually everyone and everything, to the point that the show is "equal opportunity" offensive, and surprisingly enough, none of...
by Lisa Norris - April 14, 2013
Shadowbox Live continues its reputation for having no topic off-limits, with its new sketch comedy and rock n' roll show entitled, "Taboo". The witty sketches poke fun at virtually everyone and everything, to the point that the show is "equal opportunity" offensive, and surprisingly enough, none of...
Sam Jane Brown's Taboo Novel FORGOTTEN WORD Available for Free this Week on Amazon
by Tyler Peterson - March 26, 2013
Sam Jane Brown's debut novel 'Forgotten Word' (http://www.samjanebrown.com) has had fans and critics buzzing about her willingness to explore Roman Catholic Church taboos. Now, for a limited time, readers of mystery and speculative fiction can download the novel for free at Amazon. The promotion wil...
by Tyler Peterson - March 26, 2013
Sam Jane Brown's debut novel 'Forgotten Word' (http://www.samjanebrown.com) has had fans and critics buzzing about her willingness to explore Roman Catholic Church taboos. Now, for a limited time, readers of mystery and speculative fiction can download the novel for free at Amazon. The promotion wil...
STAGE TUBE: Get a First Look at THE NETHER in LA
by Kelsey Denette - March 21, 2013
The world premiere of 'The Nether,' a new play by Jennifer Haley that explores the moral complexity of our increasingly virtual existence, opens at Center Theatre Group's Kirk Douglas Theatre this Sunday, March 24 at 6:30 p.m. Performances continue through April 14, 2013....
by Kelsey Denette - March 21, 2013
The world premiere of 'The Nether,' a new play by Jennifer Haley that explores the moral complexity of our increasingly virtual existence, opens at Center Theatre Group's Kirk Douglas Theatre this Sunday, March 24 at 6:30 p.m. Performances continue through April 14, 2013....
Casey, Chisnall, Gaumond & Hunter Lead Cast In THE CONFESSION ROOM
by Carrie Dunn - March 03, 2013
Anna-Jane Casey, Dean Chisnall, Alex Gaumond and Ross Hunter will lead the principal cast in the concept album of the new musical 'The Confession Room', due to be released on April 22 2013....
by Carrie Dunn - March 03, 2013
Anna-Jane Casey, Dean Chisnall, Alex Gaumond and Ross Hunter will lead the principal cast in the concept album of the new musical 'The Confession Room', due to be released on April 22 2013....
STAGE TUBE: Rosie O'Donnell Talks Motherhood on RICKI
by Nicole Rosky - February 22, 2013
Rosie O'Donnell and her partner Michelle became parents to a newborn just over a month ago. In the video below, the comedian and former 'The View' host opens up to Ricki Lake about motherhood, being a gay parent and how times have changed since she first became a parent two generations ago....
by Nicole Rosky - February 22, 2013
Rosie O'Donnell and her partner Michelle became parents to a newborn just over a month ago. In the video below, the comedian and former 'The View' host opens up to Ricki Lake about motherhood, being a gay parent and how times have changed since she first became a parent two generations ago....
Photo Blast from the Past: Jennifer Cody & Lisa Gajda
by Walter McBride - February 18, 2013
Today, we're featuring Jennifer Cody and Lisa Gajda circa 2003....
by Walter McBride - February 18, 2013
Today, we're featuring Jennifer Cody and Lisa Gajda circa 2003....
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