Chris Smith

PlayGround's 2025 Free-Play Festival Returns to Potrero Stage This August
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2025

PlayGround will conclude its summer season with the fourth annual Free-Play Festival, running August 1–24, 2025, at Potrero Stage and online via simulcast.

Queer Theatre Welcomes Trans Icon Adèle Anderson As Newest Patron 
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2025

Queer Theatre has announced Adèle Anderson as their newest patron. The Olivier award-nominated actress and singer joins an esteemed panel of benefactors, that includes Sir Stephen Fry, to support Queer Theatre's outstanding mission of enriching the LGBTQIA+ theatre community. 

Video: 100 FOOT WAVE Sets Season 3 Premiere; Watch the New Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 17, 2025

The five-part third season of the Emmy-winning HBO Original documentary series 100 Foot Wave, directed by Chris Smith and executive produced by Tony winner Joe Lewis, will debut Thursday, May 1 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. Watch the new trailer.

Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards; MONARCH at Creative Cauldron Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards; Creative Cauldron Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards; MONARCH at Creative Cauldron Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Washington, DC Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

First Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Washington, DC Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 2, 2024

Check out the first stats for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Birdland Jazz To Present Emmet Cohen Trio, Svetlana's Big Band And More This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 29, 2024

Get all the details on jazz programming at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater running December 2nd - December 15th.

Newton Theatre Announces The Rascals and Jefferson Starship
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 18, 2024

The Rascals and Jefferson Starship are set to perform at The Newton Theatre. Get full details on their upcoming performances.

Chris Smith Joins MACBETH Cast at Placer Rep
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2024

Greater Sacramento area favorite playwright/director/actor Chris Smith has joined the cast of Placer Rep’s production of MacBeth, performing the titular role in a slightly truncated version of Shakespeare's play, adapted for performance by four actors.

THE 24 HOUR PLAYS ON BROADWAY to Honor Inaugural Class of Nationals Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 28, 2024

The 24th Annual The 24 Hour Plays On Broadway will honor the inaugural 2007 class of The 24 Hour Plays: Nationals. Learn more!

TACFA and GiveKidsPanto to Present GREASE in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2024

TACFA and GiveKidsPanto wil present Grease. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Photos: First Look At Midsommer Flight's Outdoor ROMEO & JULIIET
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 2, 2024

Midsommer Flight is presenting a fully staged ROMEO AND JULIET ­ as its 2024 free Shakespeare production. See photos from the production. 

Devo's Gerald Casale to Receive Ernie Kovacs Award at Dallas VideoFest
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 27, 2024

Dallas VideoFest will present the coveted Ernie Kovacs Award to musician, artist, and music video director Gerald Casale. Learn more about Casale.

SONGMAKER 2024 To Celebrate Of 50 Years Of Music By Dougie Maclean 
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2024

Dougie MacLean marks his 50-year milestone in music with Songmaker 2024, a special celebration of his extensive career and contributions to the music industry.

Rory Kinnear to Play Tom Bombadil in THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE RINGS OF POWER
by Josh Sharpe - May 29, 2024

Prime Video has revealed that Laurence Olivier Award-winning actor Rory Kinnear, who, as previously announced, joined the Season Two cast of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, will portray the fan-favorite J.R.R. Tolkien character Tom Bombadil. The second season of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power will premiere exclusively on Prime Video on August 29, 2024.

Edmonton Jazz Society Presents YARDBIRD SUITE in June 
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2024

Discover the exciting lineup at Edmonton's premiere jazz venue, YARDBIRD SUITE, this June. Enjoy a variety of performances from talented jazz musicians in a historic setting established in 1957.

Midsommer Flight To Present Free Production Of Shakespeare's ROMEO AND JULIET In Six Chicago Parks
by A.A. Cristi - May 17, 2024

Midsommer Flight will present a free production of Shakespeare’s ROMEO AND JULIET from June 28 to August 4 in six Chicago parks.

Apple TV+ Debuts Trailer For New Documentary Series 'Hollywood Con Queen'
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 25, 2024

Apple has revealed the trailer for the explosive documentary series Hollywood Con Queen, which explores the shocking story behind one of Hollywood’s biggest scams. The three-part docuseries will premiere on May 8, 2024, globally on Apple TV+. “Hollywood Con Queen” hails from Emmy winner Chris Smith and Library Films, the team behind the pop-culture phenomenon Tiger King. Watch the trailer here!