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History of the Sitcom reunites audiences with the television friends, families, and co-workers they grew up with while introducing cutting-edge comedies that are sure to be your next binge-watch. The eight-part docuseries features over 180 original interviews with sitcom icons including Norman Lear, Tina Fey, Tracy Morgan, Lisa Kudrow, Jason Alexander, Kelsey Grammer, Kim Fields, Tim Allen, Carl Reiner, Dick Van Dyke, George Lopez, Mel Brooks, Isabella Gomez, Bob Newhart, Ted Danson, Joey Soloway, Jimmie Walker, Judd Apatow, Dan Levy, Zooey Deschanel, Chuck Lorre, Mara Brock Akil, Helen Hunt and many more, breaking down how sitcoms have helped generations of Americans navigate an ever-shifting cultural landscape. 

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Merle Dandridge, Michael Hayden, Jodi Long & More to Star in A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Photo Merle Dandridge, Michael Hayden, Jodi Long & More to Star in A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Pasadena Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 02, 2023

Pasadena Playhouse has announced the cast for the 50th anniversary production of A Little Night Music. See who is starring, and how to purchase tickets!...
Quinta Brunson to Receive the ICG Publicists 2023 Television Showperson Award Photo Quinta Brunson to Receive the ICG Publicists 2023 Television Showperson Award
by Michael Major - January 30, 2023

Since its launch, Brunson and Abbott Elementary have garnered a slew of awards season wins and nominations. In 2022, the critically acclaimed series was nominated for seven  Primetime Emmy® Awards, winning three. Quinta received three Emmy nominations including one in the Outstanding Writing for a C...
Majestic Theater Announces 2022-2023 Celebrity Season Photo Majestic Theater Announces 2022-2023 Celebrity Season
by Marissa Tomeo - May 28, 2022

Experience the magic of live entertainment with Gettysburg College’s Majestic Theater during the 2022-2023 Celebrity Season, kicking off this August. The monumental season lineup includes legendary performances by world-renowned musicians, awe-inspiring dance shows, a magician, live theater, and the...
Bette Midler, Megan Mullally & More Join THE FABULOUS FOUR Film Photo Bette Midler, Megan Mullally & More Join THE FABULOUS FOUR Film
by Michael Major - October 31, 2022

The film will follow three best friends as they travel to Key West, Florida to be bridesmaids for the surprise wedding of their college girlfriend, Marilyn (Midler). Once they arrive, their sisterhood is rekindled, the past rises up again in all its glory, and there’s enough sparks, drinks and roman...
Anna-Jane Casey to Join Ian McKellen & John Bishop in the UK and Ireland Tour of MOTH Photo Anna-Jane Casey to Join Ian McKellen & John Bishop in the UK and Ireland Tour of MOTHER GOOSE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 28, 2022

Anna-Jane Casey will be joining the UK and Ireland Tour of the pantomime MOTHER GOOSE as Cilla The Goose with Mairi Barclay, Becca Francis, Shailan Gohil and Laura Tyrer also confirmed to join the company...
Merle Dandridge, Michael Hayden, Jodi Long & More to Star in A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Photo Merle Dandridge, Michael Hayden, Jodi Long & More to Star in A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Pasadena Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 02, 2023

Pasadena Playhouse has announced the cast for the 50th anniversary production of A Little Night Music. See who is starring, and how to purchase tickets!...
Joy Division Play Will Embark on Tour This Autumn Photo Joy Division Play Will Embark on Tour This Autumn
by Stephi Wild - August 17, 2022

A stage play documenting the story of 1970s band Joy Division is embarking on an Autumn tour to mark its 10th anniversary – and includes a return to Liverpool's Epstein Theatre. ...
Ian McKellen, John Bishop and Mel Giedroyc to Star in MOTHER GOOSE in the West End Photo Ian McKellen, John Bishop and Mel Giedroyc to Star in MOTHER GOOSE in the West End
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 03, 2022

Ambassador Theatre Group Productions has announced a UK and Ireland Tour of the pantomime MOTHER GOOSE, starring Ian McKellen as Mother Goose, John Bishop as Vic Goose and Mel Giedroyc as the Goose....
Puppet Madame Returns To Provincetown's Pilgrim House In MADAME'S FACE-FOR-RADIO HOLI Photo Puppet Madame Returns To Provincetown's Pilgrim House In MADAME'S FACE-FOR-RADIO HOLIDAY HOOTENANNY
by A.A. Cristi - November 21, 2022

Pilgrim House, Provincetown's destination for top-flight entertainment, have announced an exclusive three-night engagement of the world premiere of MADAME'S 'FACE-FOR-RADIO' HOLIDAY HOOTENANNY. ...
Ben Platt & Kristen Bell-Led THE PEOPLE WE HATE AT THE WEDDING to be Released on Prim Photo Ben Platt & Kristen Bell-Led THE PEOPLE WE HATE AT THE WEDDING to be Released on Prime Video in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 29, 2022

The People We Hate at the Wedding, starring Allison Janney, Kristen Bell, Ben Platt, Cynthia Addai-Robinson, Karan Soni, Dustin Milligan, Tony Goldwyn, Isaach De Bankolé, Jorma Taccone, Julian Ovenden, and John Macmillan will be released on Prime Video on November 18, 2022. ...
VIDEO: Woody Harrelson Parodies a Broadway Musical Promo on SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE Photo VIDEO: Woody Harrelson Parodies a Broadway Musical Promo on SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE
by Michael Major - February 27, 2023

In a new cut for time sketch on Saturday Night Live, Woody Harrelson, Bowen Yang, Kenan Thompson, and more parodied a trailer advertising a new Broadway musical. The sketch featured the cast singing their own versions of songs like 'Hello' by Adele, 'It's All Coming Back to Me Now' by Celina Dion, a...
59E59 Theaters to Present Brits Off Broadway 2023 Season Featuring BREATHLESS, THE HA Photo 59E59 Theaters to Present Brits Off Broadway 2023 Season Featuring BREATHLESS, THE HABIT OF ART & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 28, 2023

59E59 Theaters has announced productions for the Brits Off Broadway 2023 Season, their annual celebration of U.K. theatre....
THE ADVENTURES OF OZZIE & HARRIET Sets Digital & DVD Release Photo THE ADVENTURES OF OZZIE & HARRIET Sets Digital & DVD Release
by Michael Major - June 07, 2022

The positive, wholesome series epitomized an idyllic American 1950s lifestyle, its gentle humor brought to the screen by the real-life Nelson family: Ozzie and wife Harriet with their sons, David and Rick, all portraying themselves in a trend-setting blend of fact-meets-fiction comedy decades before...
Debut HUMAN KIND Summit Tickets Are Now On Sale Photo Debut HUMAN KIND Summit Tickets Are Now On Sale
by Stephi Wild - January 25, 2023

First-release tickets are now on sale for Human Kind 2023, a three day immersive summit bringing together the world's greatest industry leaders and changemakers, which is making its global debut at Sydney's iconic Luna Park, 16-18 March 2023....
59E59 Theaters to Present Brits Off Broadway 2023 Season Featuring BREATHLESS, THE HA Photo 59E59 Theaters to Present Brits Off Broadway 2023 Season Featuring BREATHLESS, THE HABIT OF ART & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 28, 2023

59E59 Theaters has announced productions for the Brits Off Broadway 2023 Season, their annual celebration of U.K. theatre....
Paul Gambaccini Joins Sir Richard Stilgoe and More at London's Cadogan Hall Next Week Photo Paul Gambaccini Joins Sir Richard Stilgoe and More at London's Cadogan Hall Next Week
by Stephi Wild - October 18, 2022

A brilliant night of broadcasting nostalgia is promised when Radio Live comes to London's prestigious Cadogan Hall next week....
Cast Announced for World Premiere of RSC's HAMNET Photo Cast Announced for World Premiere of RSC's HAMNET
by Aliya Al-Hassan - February 27, 2023

The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) and Neal Street Productions, in association with Hera Pictures, have announced casting for the world-premiere of Maggie O’Farrell’s Hamnet adapted by Lolita Chakrabarti and directed by RSC Acting Artistic Director Erica Whyman. ...
One-Man Show, RHAPSODY IN BLACK Celebrates Black History Month At Husson University's Photo One-Man Show, RHAPSODY IN BLACK Celebrates Black History Month At Husson University's Gracie Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - February 15, 2023

The first line you'll hear when noted actor LeLand Gantt brings his inspirational life story to the Gracie Theatre on Friday, February 24, 2023 at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m., in celebration of Black History Month is, 'I just want to start a conversation.'...
Pony Girl Announces New LP & Shares 'Age Of Anxious' Single Photo Pony Girl Announces New LP & Shares 'Age Of Anxious' Single
by Michael Major - June 09, 2022

To kick off the release of their debut album with Paper Bag, they have shared the record's first single, 'Age of Anxious.' The track explores themes of isolation in the digital age through dark comic vignettes & absurdist situations. It’s a sitcom for rats with a side of existential dread. The track...
Jason Alexander Directs L.A. Premiere Of Steven Levenson's IF I FORGET At Fountain Th Photo Jason Alexander Directs L.A. Premiere Of Steven Levenson's IF I FORGET At Fountain Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - June 15, 2022

The Fountain Theatre presents a deeply personal play about history, responsibility, and what we're willing to sacrifice for a new beginning. Tony Award-winning actor Jason Alexander, widely known from TV's Seinfeld, directs the Los Angeles premiere of If I Forget by Steven Levenson, running July 23 ...
Linda Lavin, Daniel K. Isaac & More to Star in the World Premiere of Roundabout's YOU Photo Linda Lavin, Daniel K. Isaac & More to Star in the World Premiere of Roundabout's YOU WILL GET SICK
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 02, 2022

Roundabout Theatre Company has announced the complete cast for the world premiere of You Will Get Sick, a new play by Noah Diaz directed by Tony Award nominee Sam Pinkleton. The cast includes Marinda Anderson, Daniel K. Isaac, Linda Lavin, Nate Miller, and Dario Ladani Sanchez all of whom are making...
Jerry Seinfeld Comes To Playhouse Square In February Photo Jerry Seinfeld Comes To Playhouse Square In February
by A.A. Cristi - October 28, 2022

Playhouse Square and JS Touring has announced that America's premier comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, will perform on the KeyBank State Theatre stage on February 18 for two shows, 7:00 p.m. & 9:30 p.m....
Sir Richard Stilgoe Leads Cast of Broadcasting Stars on Stage at London's Cadogan Hal Photo Sir Richard Stilgoe Leads Cast of Broadcasting Stars on Stage at London's Cadogan Hall This October
by Stephi Wild - October 10, 2022

A brilliant night of broadcasting nostalgia is promised when Radio Live comes to London's prestigious Cadogan Hall this month....
London Comedy Allstars Announced For the Underbelly Festival Photo London Comedy Allstars Announced For the Underbelly Festival
by Stephi Wild - June 09, 2022

Underbelly Festival in partnership with British Comedy Guide has announced the line-up for London Comedy Allstars at Cavendish Square every Friday night. London Comedy Allstars is your one-stop shop for the biggest laughs, the best location and your new favourite summer night out. ...
Graham Norton Variety Show Lineup Announced For JUST FOR LAUGHS LONDON Photo Graham Norton Variety Show Lineup Announced For JUST FOR LAUGHS LONDON
by Stephi Wild - January 23, 2023

Just For Laughs have announced the final line up for Graham Norton's Variety show as part of the inaugural Just For Laughs LONDON festival, which is taking place from 2nd - 5th March 2023 at The O2....




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