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Matthew Perry ("Friends," "Mr. Sunshine") stars as Ryan King, a recent widower and sports talk radio host ready to get back to work after the loss of his wife. Ryan's alpha-male boss, Stephen, played by John Cho ("Star Trek," "Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle"), has a different plan in store for Ryan, making him attend grief counseling before returning to the air. A reluctant Ryan finds himself in a support group for "life change," where he meets an oddball cast of characters, all with their own backstories filled with varying degrees of loss.

On his very first visit, Ryan convinces the group to deviate from their normal session and starts a tournament-style competition (March Sadness!) to find out whose story is the worst. Ryan's total lack of interest in "the healing process" proves distracting and he soon butts heads with the by-the-books group leader, Lauren, played by Tony Award-winner Laura Benanti ("The Playboy Club"). Back at work, Ryan is confronted with the fact that he hasn't really processed his grief and realizes Lauren and the other members of the group might be key in helping him move on. Also starring are Tony Award-Winner Julie White ("Transformers") as Anne, Bill Cobbs ("The Muppets," "Night at the Museum") as George and Suzy Nakamura ("Dodgeball") as Yolanda.

"Go On" is a touching new comedy created by Emmy Award-winning writer/executive producer Scott Silveri ("Perfect Couples," "Friends"). Todd Holland ("Malcolm in the Middle"), Karey Nixon ("Free Agents," "Miss/Guided") and Jon Pollack ("Up All Night," "30 Rock") also serve as executive producers. The pilot was directed by Holland.

NYMF Seeks a 'Broadway Idol' through Celeb Panel, 9/11
by BWW News Desk - September 07, 2006

On Monday, September 11th, the New York Musical Theatre Festival will offer its own spin on the popular reality talent show with 'NYMF Broadway Idol'...


BWW Exclusive Contest: Win A Trip To See Bette Midler In Las Vegas
by Contests Broadway - April 30, 2008

BroadwayWorld.com will be exclusively giving away a trip to Las Vegas to see Bette Midler perform in 'The Showgirl Must Go On'. The winning package includes two tickets to the 7/19 performance, a two night stay in Caesar's Palace from 7/18-7/20, round trip airfare for two from anywhere in the US and...


When the Lights Go On Again Extends to Feb. 24
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2006

When The Lights Go On Again, a new musical celebrating the music of the 1940s and World War II, has been extended for 7 weeks beginning on Saturday, January 13th at the Triad Theatre...


'40s Musical When the Lights Go On Again Extends to 5/27
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2007

The critically acclaimed When The Lights Go On Again, the new musical celebrating the music of the 1940s and World War II, has announced its 2nd extension at the Triad Theatre...


Sherri Shepherd of 'The View' Flies with 'Mary Poppins' Dec.18
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2007

Sherri Shepherd, co-host of ABC's 'The View,' flies high above the glorious orchestra of Disney's New Amsterdam Theater, the current home of Mary Poppins, for a segment scheduled to air on 'The View' on Tuesday, December 18 (11AM-12noon) on the ABC Television Network....


Bette Midler in 'The Showgirl Must Go On' at Caesars Palace 2/20
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2007

Known for her incomparable humor, over-the-top imagination and captivating charisma, the Divine Miss M. has appropriately titled her new Las Vegas production 'Bette Midler The Showgirl Must Go On.' The show, which is created exclusively for The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, will make its highly antic...


When the Lights Go On Again Cast Performs at B&N, 6/6
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2007

The cast of the critically acclaimed Off Broadway musical When The Lights Go On Again will celebrate the new recording of their show which celebrates the music of the 1940s and World War II, with a special performance and CD signing on Wednesday, June 6th (6PM) at Barnes & Noble Lincoln Center...


Cast Album of When the Lights Go On Again Now Available
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2007

Thoroughbred Records has announced the release of the Original Cast recording of the critically acclaimed musical When The Lights Go On Again, which celebrates the music of the 1940s and World War II....


Chicago Engagement of Jersey Boys Extended for 4 Weeks
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2007

Broadway In Chicago has announced that due to record-breaking advance sales, Jersey Boys will add four weeks to its highly-anticipated Chicago engagement, even before tickets go on sale to the general public...


BetteMidler.com Hosts Ticket Contest to 'The Show Girl Must Go On'
by Contests Broadway - January 21, 2008

BetteMidler.com is hosting a special contest to win a pair of tickets to Bette's latest show, 'The Show Girl Must Go On' in Las Vegas!...


Chicago Engagement of Jersey Boys Extended for 4 Weeks
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2007

Broadway In Chicago has announced that due to record-breaking advance sales, Jersey Boys will add four weeks to its highly-anticipated Chicago engagement, even before tickets go on sale to the general public...


Inherit the Wind Tix Available to Am Ex Holders, 1/24
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2007

Beginning tomorrow, tickets to the upcoming Broadway revival of Inherit the Wind, starring Tony Award-winners Christopher Plummer and Brian Dennehy, will go on sale to holders of American Express cards....


Tickets for The Color Purple in Chicago Go On Sale 10/2
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2006

Tickets for The Color Purple in Chicago will go on sale to the general public on Friday, October 20...


'40s Musical When the Lights Go On Again Opens 11/1
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2006

When The Lights Go On Again, a new musical celebrating the music of the 1940s and World War II, will open Wednesday, November 1st at 7 PM at the Triad Theatre ...







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