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In the East Wing of the White House, many of history's most impactful and world-changing decisions have been hidden from view, made by America's charismatic, complex and dynamic first ladies. The First Lady will peel back the curtain on the personal and political lives of these enigmatic women, with season one focusing on Eleanor Roosevelt, Betty Ford and Michelle Obama.

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Jenna Elfman to Star in NBC Comedy Pilot 1600 PENN
by Caryn Robbins - March 15, 2012

According to TVLine.com, Jenna Elfman has been cast in the role of the First Lady in NBC's upcoming comedy pilot 1600 PENN. ...


Louise Pitre to Bring LA VIE EN ROUGE to 54 Below, Jan 7
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2013

The Tony nominated star of Mamma Mia!, Broadway's original Donna Sheriden, is back in New York for one show only. Dubbed 'the first lady of Canadian theatre,' Louise Pitre is fresh from her starring turn in Mame at the Goodspeed Opera House. Pitre presents La Vie en Rouge, an intimate revue of mater...


First Lady Michelle Obama to Visit HGTV'S WHITE HOUSE CHRISTMAS 2012, 12/8
by Caryn Robbins - December 04, 2012

First Lady Michelle Obama will discuss the joys of giving, the power of service and the importance of remembering the contributions of troops and military families during HGTV's WHITE HOUSE CHRISTMAS 2012 on Saturday, December 8, at 8 p.m. ET/PT....


Eldorado Auto-Skooter and Arcade to Close After 40 Years; Farewell Parties Set for 10/26 & 27
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2012

For nearly 40 years, the Eldorado bumper cars and arcade have been fixtures in Coney Island's amusement district. And now they only have until the end of October until their lease expires. So they want to ride off into the sunset with a bang....


Keiko Matsui Comes to Live at The RRazz, 1/30-2/2
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2013

Live at The RRazz, San Francisco's premier nightclub, presents the return of internationally-acclaimed Smooth Jazz / New Age Keiko Matsui from January 30 to February 2. Her most recent CD releases include The Road..., which debuted at #2 on Billboard's Contemporary Jazz chart, and Altair & Vega, rec...


Hathaway, Chastain & More Set for TLC's LETTERS TO JACKIE
by Caryn Robbins - April 04, 2013

TLC today announces that it has commissioned the two-hour film LETTERS TO JACKIE: REMEMBERING PRESIDENT KENNEDY, executive produced by Academy Award-winning documentary filmmaker Bill Couturie's The Couturie Company in partnership with Amblin Television....


JUBA! Plays the Kennedy Center Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2012

Chicago Human Rhythm Project will perform at the Eisenhower Theater at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in a rare, full-length performance of American concert tap dance....


First Lady Michelle Obama to Guest on 'JAY LENO', 8/13
by Caryn Robbins - August 06, 2012

First Lady Michelle Obama will make her third appearance on THE TONIGHT SHOW WITH JAY LENO (Monday - Friday, 11:35 p.m. ET on NBC) on Monday, August 13....


First Lady Michelle Obama to Visit CBS SUNDAY MORNING, 5/5
by Caryn Robbins - May 03, 2013

A group of Chicago school kids in a crime-ridden neighborhood told First Lady Michelle Obama they fear for their lives each day, she tells Lee Cowan in an interview on CBS SUNDAY MORNING WITH CHARLES OSGOOD to be broadcast May 5, 2013 (9:00 AM, ET) on the CBS Television Network....


Michelle Obama to Visit CBS's 'DAVID LETTERMAN', 8/29
by Caryn Robbins - August 22, 2012

First Lady Michelle Obama will visit the LATE SHOW with DAVID LETTERMAN, Wednesday, August 29 (11:35 PM-12:37 AM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network....


Brown Books Publishing Group Invites Readers to Discover the Secret Behind Real Estate Legend Ebby Halliday
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2013

Brown Books Publishing Group invites readers to discover the secret behind real estate legend Ebby Halliday, who recently celebrated her 102nd birthday-and still works daily....


Cheryl Freeman Joins COUGAR THE MUSICAL
by Kelsey Denette - March 18, 2013

She has performed On Broadway, Off-Broadway and in front of the President, and now Ms. Cheryl Freeman will take center stage as Clarity in Donna Moore's surprise Off-Broadway hit, Cougar the Musical. With over 100 performances, Cougar The Musical recently offered a new block of tickets through June ...


First Lady Michelle Obama to Guest Star on NBC's THE BIGGEST LOSER, 4/3 & 10
by Caryn Robbins - March 29, 2012

The eagerly-anticipated BIGGEST LOSER makeover episode is here, and this season, it's bigger than ever! First Lady Michelle Obama guest stars in a two-part celebration that whisks the contestants away to the White House to reunite with their loved ones, and take part in the show's first-ever White H...


STAGE TUBE: Michelle Obama Visits LATE SHOW W/ DAVID LETTERMAN
by Caryn Robbins - March 20, 2012

First Lady Michelle Obama sat down with David Letterman during her first interview on the LATE SHOW with DAVID LETTERMAN, last night, March 19....


First Lady Michelle Obama Presents 'LETTERMAN' Top Ten List Tonight, 9/5
by TV News Desk - September 05, 2012

First Lady Michelle Obama will present the Top Ten List on the LATE SHOW with DAVID LETTERMAN, tonight, Sept. 5 (11:35 PM-12:37 AM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network....


VIDEO: Josh Gad Chats 1600 PENN With Kathy Lee & Hoda
by Caryn Robbins - January 18, 2013

Josh Gad, star of the NBC comedy 1600 PENN, stopped by the Today show this morning to chat with hosts Kathy Lee and Hoda about his character on the show, the First Son 'Skip.' Check out the appearance below!...


BroadwayGirlNYC: Lady Gaga = Eva Peron?
by BroadwayGirl NYC - April 18, 2012

Ever since I saw Evita on Broadway, my brain has been ticking, reminding me, almost begging me to further explore what first occurred to me in the Marquis Theatre: that there's a fascinating resemblance between the first lady of Argentina in the mid 1900s, and the first lady of pop music in the 21st...


STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek at Fireside Theatre's HELLO DOLLY
by Stage Tube - August 22, 2012

The Fireside Dinner Theatre presents HELLO DOLLY, Directed by Ed Flesch, running August 23 - October 21, 2012. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the production below!...


Delta Rae Opens for Michelle Obama at UNC Chapel Hill
by Kelsey Denette - October 19, 2012

Durham, NC based Delta Rae opened for First Lady Michelle Obama earlier this week at Carmichael Arena at UNC Chapel Hill. The band's performance preceded The First Lady taking the podium to encourage college students and other supporters to vote, as early voting began in North Carolina yesterday. 'T...


STAGE TUBE: First Lady Michelle Obama Appears on THE COLBERT REPORT
by Caryn Robbins - April 12, 2012

First Lady Michelle Obama appeared on last night's THE COLBERT REPORT to promote her Joining Forces Initiative and encourage the hiring of military veterans. This was the First Lady's second appearance on the show. Joked Colbert, 'The first time you were on my show, you were not the First Lady; now,...


DIY's Design Series BLOG CABIN Returns Tonight
by Caryn Robbins - August 13, 2012

DIY Network premieres the sixth season of the popular 'crowd sourced' renovation show, BLOG CABIN, on Monday, Aug. 13 at 9:30 p.m. ET/PT....


STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - First Lady Michelle Obama Guest Stars on BIGGEST LOSER, 4/10
by Caryn Robbins - April 04, 2012

The eagerly-anticipated BIGGEST LOSER makeover episode is here, and this season, it's bigger than ever! First Lady Michelle Obama guest stars in a celebration that whisks the contestants away to the White House to reunite with their loved ones, and take part in the show's first-ever White House work...


Bay Area Cabaret to Welcome Elaine Paige, 3/1
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2013

Bay Area Cabaret presents the Bay Area concert debut of Britain's dazzling Elaine Paige....


VIDEO: Jimmy Fallon & Michelle Obama Present 'The Evolution of Mom Dancing'
by Tyler Peterson - February 23, 2013

Ever think you'd see Michelle Obama do 'the sprinkler?' In honor of Michelle Obama's 'Let's Move' Campaign, the first lady stopped by LATE NIGHT WITH JIMMY FALLON last night - and the two presented 'The Evolution of Mom Dancing.' It's most definitely something to behold. Check it out below!...


Zach McGowan, Joyce DeWitt, et al. Star in SNAPSHOT at Hoboken Film Festival, Now thru 6/7
by Movies News Desk - June 01, 2012

SNAPSHOT premieres at Hoboken International Film Festival's (HIFF) 2012 as the Opening Night Feature Film. The festival will be held at the Hudson Cinemas at the Hudson Mall in Jersey City this year, from tonight, June 1- June 7, 2012....






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