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ABC's THE MUPPETS Hits a 4-Week High in Viewers
by Caryn Robbins - November 04, 2015

At 8:00 p.m., ABC's “The Muppets” beat its freshman Fox comedy competition by 40% in Adults 18-49 (1.4/5 vs. 1.0/3 for “Grandfathered”)....


TV Exclusive: Erika Christensen & Ed Westwick Chat WICKED CITY Killer Couple
by Matt Tamanini - November 03, 2015

In tonight's episode of ABC's new anthology drama WICKED CITY, serial killer Kent looks to take his relationship with single mom Betty to the next level, in more ways than one. Recently, I talked with Ed Westwick (GOSSIP GIRL) and Erika Christensen (PARENTHOOD) about the bizarre love story of these ...


Photo Flash: IT CAME FROM BEYOND Celebrates Opening Night Photo Photo Flash: IT CAME FROM BEYOND Celebrates Opening Night
by Julie Musbach - April 25, 2018

Producers John Lant and Cornell Christianson with ICFB Productions are pleased to announce the Off-Broadway premiere of IT CAME FROM BEYOND, a 1950's sci-fi, musical comedy with book by writer / producer Cornell Christianson, music and lyrics by Stephen M. Schwartz and Norman E. Thalheimer, and dire...


Refuge Theatre To Stage THE SPITFIRE GRILL In A Working Diner Photo Refuge Theatre To Stage THE SPITFIRE GRILL In A Working Diner
by Stephi Wild - February 05, 2018

Refuge Theatre Project, the three-year-old company that staged HIGH FIDELITY: THE MUSICAL twice in makeshift record stores, BARE: A POP OPERA in a church sanctuary and LYSISTRATA JONES in a gymnasium; will continue its practice of performing in found spaces with THE SPITFIRE GRILL, opening on March ...


Three Holiday shows at Pride Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - November 08, 2016

Pride Films and Plays celebrates its first holiday season in the Pride Arts Center with three special LGBT-themed cabaret/musical variety events in December. All three events will be staged in The Broadway, at 4139 N. Broadway....


BROADWAY AT THE BROADWAY Set for Pride Month at PFP
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2017

The fourth installment of Pride Films and Plays' His & His.'  cabaret series - entitled 'Broadway at the Broadway' will be performed on Thursday, June 8 in The Broadway at the Pride Arts Center, 4139 N. Broadway. The His and His series follows the development of LGBT characters on Broadway, and cele...


ALADDIN Finds Princess, Genie, Villains and Band of Thieves for National Tour; Cast Complete!
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2017

Disney Theatrical Productions and Broadway In Chicago have announced full casting for the eagerly-anticipated North American tour of Disney's Aladdin, which begins rehearsals in Chicago on Monday, February 27....


Dallas Opera to Break Hearts with LA TRAVIATA Photo Dallas Opera to Break Hearts with LA TRAVIATA
by Julie Musbach - October 11, 2017

The Dallas Opera is proud to present the second mainstage production of the 2017-2018 Motives Unmasked! Season: Giuseppe Verdi's tender and bittersweet romance, LA TRAVIATA, opening on Friday, October 27, 2017 (The Amy and Vernon Faulconer Performance) at 7:30 p.m.in the Margot and Bill Winspear O...


Chicago Theatre Workshop Announces WICKED CITY Cast and Creative Team
by A.A. Cristi - September 01, 2016

Chicago Theatre Workshop's inaugural season will open with the Chicago  premiere of Wicked City by Chad Beguelin (book and lyrics) and music by Matthew Sklar (music), the Tony-Award nominated writers of Elfand The Wedding Singer. ...


VIDEO: First Look - Rupert Grint Stars in New Crackle Original Series SNATCH
by Caryn Robbins - March 03, 2017

Crackle, Sony's streaming network, today released a trailer for the network's highly anticipated scripted original, SNATCH starring Rupert Grint...


ABC Family, ABC Studios & ABC Signature Sign Development Deal with McG's Wonderland Sound & Vision
by Tyler Peterson - October 29, 2015

ABC Family, ABC Studios and ABC Signature have inked a two-year deal with McG of Wonderland Sound & Vision. Under the deal, he will direct and develop scripted drama and comedy series and produce digital content for various platforms. ABC Family is becoming Freeform in January 2016....


HIS AND HIS Cabaret to Salute Jerry Herman at Pride Films and Plays
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2017

The second installment of Pride Films and Plays' His & His.'  cabaret series will be performed on Valentine's Day, Tuesday, February 14 in The Broadway at the Pride Arts Center, 4139 N. Broadway. The His and His series follows the development of LGBT characters on Broadway, and celebrates the artist...


ALADDIN Finds Princess, Genie, Villains and Band of Thieves for National Tour; Cast Complete!
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2017

Disney Theatrical Productions and Broadway In Chicago have announced full casting for the eagerly-anticipated North American tour of Disney's Aladdin, which begins rehearsals in Chicago on Monday, February 27....


Watch Gary Clark Jr.'s 'Can't Sleep' Video Trilogy
by Caryn Robbins - April 26, 2016

Gary Clark Jr. premieres his three-song 'Can't Sleep' video trilogy today on Noisey/VICE. Watch it here....


Refuge Theatre Project's HIGH FIDELITY to Return in Wicker Park
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2016

A venue has been announced for the remount of Refuge Theatre Project's enormously successful 2016 production of High Fidelity: The Musical....


Christopher Pazdernik's Annual CHRIS'S BIRTHDAY BELT FEST Returns Monday, May 14 At U Photo Christopher Pazdernik's Annual CHRIS'S BIRTHDAY BELT FEST Returns Monday, May 14 At Uptown Underground Raising Funds For Howard Brown Health
by Julie Musbach - April 16, 2018

Jeff Award-nominee and HIV+ director/producer Christopher Pazdernik is pleased to announce the 4th annual Chris's Birthday Belt Fest, a benefit concert for Howard Brown Health, Monday, May 14 at 8 p.m. at Uptown Underground, 4707 N. Broadway. Tickets are $30, in advance; $40, at the door on the nigh...


Athletes, Celebs & Music Superstars Set to Present at 49TH ANNUAL CMA AWARDS on ABC
by Caryn Robbins - October 29, 2015

Country Music's Biggest Night attracts a diverse audience at home as well as the podium with actors, athletes, celebrities, and Country stars announcing winners and presenting trophies during "The 49th Annual CMA Awards" airing live WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4 (8:00-11:00 p.m., ET) and airing on the ABC T...


ABC's THE MUPPETS Hits a 4-Week High in Viewers
by Caryn Robbins - November 10, 2015

At 8:00 p.m., ABC's “The Muppets” beat its freshman Fox comedy competition by 40% in Adults 18-49 (1.4/5 vs. 1.0/3 for “Grandfathered”)....


Dallas Opera to Break Hearts with LA TRAVIATA Photo Dallas Opera to Break Hearts with LA TRAVIATA
by Julie Musbach - October 11, 2017

The Dallas Opera is proud to present the second mainstage production of the 2017-2018 Motives Unmasked! Season: Giuseppe Verdi's tender and bittersweet romance, LA TRAVIATA, opening on Friday, October 27, 2017 (The Amy and Vernon Faulconer Performance) at 7:30 p.m.in the Margot and Bill Winspear O...


ABC Family & More Ink Overall Development Deal with McG's Wonderland Sound & Vision
by Caryn Robbins - October 30, 2015

ABC Family, ABC Studios and ABC Signature have inked a two-year deal with McG of Wonderland Sound & Vision....


THE PROCRASTINATOR'S CABARET Set for Found Theatare, 10/23-24
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015

In 1993 two freshmen actors met in an art class and dreamed of one day singing together. Twenty-two years later these two self-described "procrastinator's" finally share the stage for an energetic and joyful evening of music and anecdotes from a lifetime of friendship and planning....


Krafty Kuts & Dynamite MC Release Studio Album 'All 4 Corners'
by Caryn Robbins - May 24, 2017

Breakbeat pioneer and Against The Grain label head, Krafty Kuts, has teamed up with master of ceremonies Dynamite MC on his third studio album 'All 4 Corners'. Released via Central Station Records, the album can be streamed and downloaded below now....


Rupert Grint to Lead Crackle Original Drama SNATCH, Based on Popular Film
by Caryn Robbins - August 23, 2016

Crackle, Sony's streaming network, today announced that Rupert Grint, most known for his role as Ron Weasley in the Harry Potter film franchise, will star in the network's new scripted drama series, SNATCH based on the wildly popular movie of the same name....


BWW Interview: Star Jeremy Sisto Says WICKED CITY Will Push Network TV Boundaries
by Matt Tamanini - October 23, 2015

Very little can shock American TV viewers anymore. From gore to profanity to nudity, we've more or less seen it all since cable became a leader in high quality, ground-breaking programming. While the standards and practices associated with broadcasting over the public airwaves normally hamstring net...


New Original YouTube Series SING IT! Premieres 5/25; Watch Trailer!
by Caryn Robbins - May 21, 2016

SING IT! is a new weekly, 10-episode, scripted comedy series from Fine Brothers Entertainment and Mandeville Films that lovingly satirizes the reality singing competitions that have become a centerpiece of pop culture....






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