Cress Williams
Latest News on Cress Williams:
REIMAGINED Movie Musical to Star Joel McHale, Paula Patton, & More (Apr 21, 2025)
Review: JELLY'S LAST JAM at Pasadena Playhouse (Jun 14, 2024)
JELLY'S LAST JAM Enters Final Two Weeks of Performances at Pasadena Playhouse (Jun 13, 2024)
REIMAGINED Movie Musical to Star Joel McHale, Paula Patton, & More (Apr 21, 2025)
Review: JELLY'S LAST JAM at Pasadena Playhouse (Jun 14, 2024)
JELLY'S LAST JAM Enters Final Two Weeks of Performances at Pasadena Playhouse (Jun 13, 2024)
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Hart of Dixie -- ''A Good Run of Bad Luck'' -- Image Number: HA317a_0058b.jpg -- Pictured (L-R): Cress Williams as Lavon and Jaime King as Lemon -- Photo: Greg Gayne/The CW -- Ã'‚© 2014 The CW Network, LLC. All rights reserved.
Date:
03/21/2014
From: Photo Flash: First Look - HART OF DIXIE's 'A Good Run on Bad Luck,' Airing 4/11
Hart of Dixie -- ''A Good Run of Bad Luck'' -- Image Number: HA317a_0122b.jpg -- Pictured (L-R): Cress Williams as Lavon and Jaime King as Lemon -- Photo: Greg Gayne/The CW -- Ã'‚© 2014 The CW Network, LLC. All rights reserved.
Date:
03/21/2014
From: Photo Flash: First Look - HART OF DIXIE's 'A Good Run on Bad Luck,' Airing 4/11
Hart of Dixie -- ''A Good Run of Bad Luck'' -- Image Number: HA317b_0273b.jpg -- Pictured (L-R): Cress Williams as Lavon and Rachel Bilson as Dr. Zoe Hart -- Photo: Mike Yarish/The CW -- Ã'‚© 2014 The CW Network, LLC. All rights reserved.
Date:
03/21/2014
From: Photo Flash: First Look - HART OF DIXIE's 'A Good Run on Bad Luck,' Airing 4/11
Hart of Dixie -- ''A Good Run of Bad Luck'' -- Image Number: HA317b_0359b.jpg -- Pictured (L-R): rachel Bilson as Dr. Zoe Hart and Cress Williams as Lavon -- Photo: Mike Yarish/The CW -- Ã'‚© 2014 The CW Network, LLC. All rights reserved.
Date:
03/21/2014
From: Photo Flash: First Look - HART OF DIXIE's 'A Good Run on Bad Luck,' Airing 4/11
Hart of Dixie -- ''A Good Run of Bad Luck'' -- Image Number: HA317b_0405b.jpg -- Pictured (L-R): Scott Porter as George and Jaime King as Lemon (backs to camera) with Rachel Bilson as Dr. Zoe Hart and Cress Williams as Lavon -- Photo: Mike Yarish/The CW -
Date:
03/21/2014
From: Photo Flash: First Look - HART OF DIXIE's 'A Good Run on Bad Luck,' Airing 4/11
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Photos/Video: First Look at Pasadena Playhouse's JELLY'S LAST JAM
by Joshua Wright - 2024-06-03 14:27:53
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals for JELLY'S LAST JAM at Pasadena Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - 2024-05-21 10:05:16
Video: See Stewart, Williams, and Rogers in Teaser for Pasadena Playhouse's JELLY'S LAST JAM
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-05-05 15:37:14
VIDEO: China Anne McClain and Nafessa Williams Talk Black Lightning on Late Night with Seth Meyers
by Stephi Wild - 2018-02-06 08:07:21
VIDEO: Sneak Peek -'Lawanda: The Book of Burial' Episode of BLACK LIGHTNING
by Caryn Robbins - 2018-01-24 07:17:37
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - A Glimmer of Hope on Next BLACK LIGHTNING
by Caryn Robbins - 2018-01-17 10:16:43
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - The CW's New Superhero Series BLACK LIGHTNING
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-11-28 09:56:42
VIDEO: Two New BLACK LIGHTNING Cast Members Revealed at Comic Con
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-07-24 09:02:37
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'How Do You Like Me Now' Episode of The CW's HART OF DIXIE
by - 2013-10-29 10:36:29
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'Take This Job & Shove It' Episode of The CW's HART OF DIXIE
by - 2013-10-15 11:03:38
News
REIMAGINED Movie Musical to Star Joel McHale, Paula Patton, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 21, 2025
A new musical film is on the horizon starring Joel McHale, Paula Patton, and Yonas Kibreab. Composer Mateo Messina is set to direct the feature, titled Reimagined, which is an adaptation of Jeff Witzke's symphony The Pageant.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 21, 2025
A new musical film is on the horizon starring Joel McHale, Paula Patton, and Yonas Kibreab. Composer Mateo Messina is set to direct the feature, titled Reimagined, which is an adaptation of Jeff Witzke's symphony The Pageant.
Review: JELLY'S LAST JAM at Pasadena Playhouse
by Evan Henerson - Jun 14, 2024
Director Kent Gash’s production in Pasadena serves up equal parts heat and cool, a slick and sweaty celebration of a man who was as vibrant and dangerous as his music. Under the musical direction of Darryl Archibald and choreography of Dell Howlett – both of which are first-rate – the evening cooks.
by Evan Henerson - Jun 14, 2024
Director Kent Gash’s production in Pasadena serves up equal parts heat and cool, a slick and sweaty celebration of a man who was as vibrant and dangerous as his music. Under the musical direction of Darryl Archibald and choreography of Dell Howlett – both of which are first-rate – the evening cooks.
JELLY'S LAST JAM Enters Final Two Weeks of Performances at Pasadena Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2024
Pasadena Playhouse's production of the Tony Award-winning musical JELLY'S LAST JAM, directed by Kent Gash will close this month. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2024
Pasadena Playhouse's production of the Tony Award-winning musical JELLY'S LAST JAM, directed by Kent Gash will close this month. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Celebrities on the Red Carpet at Opening Night of JELLY'S LAST JAM at Pasadena Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2024
Pasadena Playhouse is now presenting a new production of the Tony Award winning musical Jelly’s Last Jam, featuring a book by George C. Wolfe, music by Jelly Roll Morton, and lyrics by Susan Birkenhead with musical adaptation and additional music composed by Luther Henderson. Check out photos from the opening night red carpet here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2024
Pasadena Playhouse is now presenting a new production of the Tony Award winning musical Jelly’s Last Jam, featuring a book by George C. Wolfe, music by Jelly Roll Morton, and lyrics by Susan Birkenhead with musical adaptation and additional music composed by Luther Henderson. Check out photos from the opening night red carpet here!
Photos/Video: First Look at Pasadena Playhouse's JELLY'S LAST JAM
by Joshua Wright - Jun 3, 2024
Get a first look at Pasadena Playhouse's new production of the Tony Award winning musical Jelly’s Last Jam, now on stage through through June 23, 2024. The production features a book by George C. Wolfe, music by Jelly Roll Morton, and lyrics by Susan Birkenhead with musical adaptation and additional music composed by Luther Henderson.
by Joshua Wright - Jun 3, 2024
Get a first look at Pasadena Playhouse's new production of the Tony Award winning musical Jelly’s Last Jam, now on stage through through June 23, 2024. The production features a book by George C. Wolfe, music by Jelly Roll Morton, and lyrics by Susan Birkenhead with musical adaptation and additional music composed by Luther Henderson.
Interview: John Clarence Stewart's the Jelly in JELLY'S LAST JAM
by Gil Kaan - May 28, 2024
Next up at the Pasadena Playhouse, the Tony Award-winning Jelly’s Last Jam opening June 2, 2024 (with previews starting May 29th). Kent Gash directs the cast led by John Clarence Stewart as Jelly Roll Morton, Cress Williams, Jasmine Amy Rogers; Wilkie Ferguson III, Karole Foreman, Eric B. Anthony, Doran Butler, Chante Carmel, Cyd Charisse Glover-Hill, Summer Nicole Greer, Janaya Jones, Grasan Kingsberry, Amber Liekhus, Davon Rashawn, Joe Aaron Reid, Naomi C. Walley and Hannah Yosef. I had the chance to chat with John Clarence while he was navigating Los Angeles traffic.
by Gil Kaan - May 28, 2024
Next up at the Pasadena Playhouse, the Tony Award-winning Jelly’s Last Jam opening June 2, 2024 (with previews starting May 29th). Kent Gash directs the cast led by John Clarence Stewart as Jelly Roll Morton, Cress Williams, Jasmine Amy Rogers; Wilkie Ferguson III, Karole Foreman, Eric B. Anthony, Doran Butler, Chante Carmel, Cyd Charisse Glover-Hill, Summer Nicole Greer, Janaya Jones, Grasan Kingsberry, Amber Liekhus, Davon Rashawn, Joe Aaron Reid, Naomi C. Walley and Hannah Yosef. I had the chance to chat with John Clarence while he was navigating Los Angeles traffic.
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals for JELLY'S LAST JAM at Pasadena Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - May 21, 2024
Get a first look at rehearsals for the new production of the Tony Award winning musical Jelly’s Last Jam at Pasadena Playhouse, featuring a book by George C. Wolfe, music by Jelly Roll Morton, and lyrics by Susan Birkenhead with musical adaptation and additional music composed by Luther Henderson.
by Joshua Wright - May 21, 2024
Get a first look at rehearsals for the new production of the Tony Award winning musical Jelly’s Last Jam at Pasadena Playhouse, featuring a book by George C. Wolfe, music by Jelly Roll Morton, and lyrics by Susan Birkenhead with musical adaptation and additional music composed by Luther Henderson.
Video: See Stewart, Williams, and Rogers in Teaser for Pasadena Playhouse's JELLY'S LAST JAM
by Blair Ingenthron - May 5, 2024
Watch a teaser for Jelly's Last Jam at Pasadena Playhouse in the video here!
by Blair Ingenthron - May 5, 2024
Watch a teaser for Jelly's Last Jam at Pasadena Playhouse in the video here!
Cast Set For JELLY'S LAST JAM at Pasadena Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2024
Full casting has been announced for the new production of the Tony Award winning musical Jelly’s Last Jam.
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2024
Full casting has been announced for the new production of the Tony Award winning musical Jelly’s Last Jam.
John Clarence Stewart, Jasmine Amy Rogers & Cress Williams to Lead JELLY'S LAST JAM in Pasadena
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2024
Pasadena Playhouse has revealed the cast for its new production of the Tony Award winning musical Jelly’s Last Jam. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2024
Pasadena Playhouse has revealed the cast for its new production of the Tony Award winning musical Jelly’s Last Jam. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
SAG Nominee Stelio Savante Signs With Eris Talent Agency
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 12, 2022
South African actor/producer Stelio Savante, starring opposite Anne Heche (in her final performance on film), Cress Williams & Kellan Lutz in Gravitas Venture's What Remains (releasing in theaters Dec 2nd), and opposite Frank Langella & Bobby Cannavale in Lionsgate's upcoming Angry Neighbors (also releasing in theaters Dec 2nd), has signed with Eris Talent Agency and CEO Rebecca Ek in Los Angeles for representation in California and New York.
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 12, 2022
South African actor/producer Stelio Savante, starring opposite Anne Heche (in her final performance on film), Cress Williams & Kellan Lutz in Gravitas Venture's What Remains (releasing in theaters Dec 2nd), and opposite Frank Langella & Bobby Cannavale in Lionsgate's upcoming Angry Neighbors (also releasing in theaters Dec 2nd), has signed with Eris Talent Agency and CEO Rebecca Ek in Los Angeles for representation in California and New York.
Sundance Makes First Program Announcement for the 2023 Festival
by Michael Major - Oct 12, 2022
The From the Collection section brings archival screenings back into focus as part of the Sundance Film Festival for audiences to explore and rediscover the films that have shaped the heritage of both Sundance Institute and independent storytelling. To address the specific preservation risks posed to independent film.
by Michael Major - Oct 12, 2022
The From the Collection section brings archival screenings back into focus as part of the Sundance Film Festival for audiences to explore and rediscover the films that have shaped the heritage of both Sundance Institute and independent storytelling. To address the specific preservation risks posed to independent film.
The CW Network to Launch Its New Season in January 2021
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 14, 2020
The CW Network will officially launch its new season in January 2021 with its regularly scheduled series line-up, while loading up Fall 2020 with fresh original and acquired scripted series and alternative programming, it was announced today by Mark Pedowitz, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, The CW Network.
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 14, 2020
The CW Network will officially launch its new season in January 2021 with its regularly scheduled series line-up, while loading up Fall 2020 with fresh original and acquired scripted series and alternative programming, it was announced today by Mark Pedowitz, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, The CW Network.
The Paley Center Announces SHAPING OUR NATION'S STORY: AFRICAN-AMERICAN ACHIEVEMENTS IN TELEVISION
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 31, 2019
The Paley Center for Media will present Shaping Our Nation's Story: African- American Achievements in Television Presented by Citi from February 1-28. Coinciding with the 60th anniversary of Motown and the 100th birthday anniversary celebration of Jackie Robinson, this monthlong celebration will take place at the Paley Center's locations in New York City and Beverly Hills and will feature an interactive exhibit, family craft activities, education classes for high school students focusing on the civil rights movement, and screenings that take visitors on a nostalgic journey through the most significant African-American moments in television.
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 31, 2019
The Paley Center for Media will present Shaping Our Nation's Story: African- American Achievements in Television Presented by Citi from February 1-28. Coinciding with the 60th anniversary of Motown and the 100th birthday anniversary celebration of Jackie Robinson, this monthlong celebration will take place at the Paley Center's locations in New York City and Beverly Hills and will feature an interactive exhibit, family craft activities, education classes for high school students focusing on the civil rights movement, and screenings that take visitors on a nostalgic journey through the most significant African-American moments in television.
See a First Look of China Anne McClain as 'Lightning' on BLACK LIGHTNING
by Kaitlin Milligan - Dec 14, 2018
Check out this new photo of China Anne McClain as her crime fighting alter-ego “Lightning” in BLACK LIGHTNING.
by Kaitlin Milligan - Dec 14, 2018
Check out this new photo of China Anne McClain as her crime fighting alter-ego “Lightning” in BLACK LIGHTNING.
Jordan Calloway Upped to Series Regular as DC Villain Painkiller in BLACK LIGHTNING Season Two
by Tori Hartshorn - Jul 23, 2018
He may have saved Freeland in season one, but Black Lightning (Cress Williams) is in for a new season of pain when Jordan Calloway returns as DC villain Painkiller in the show's sophomore season! Guest starring as Khalil Payne in season one, Calloway's promotion to series regular was revealed by showrunner/executive producer Salim Akil during Black Lightning's Comic-Con 2018 panel on Saturday, July 21.
by Tori Hartshorn - Jul 23, 2018
He may have saved Freeland in season one, but Black Lightning (Cress Williams) is in for a new season of pain when Jordan Calloway returns as DC villain Painkiller in the show's sophomore season! Guest starring as Khalil Payne in season one, Calloway's promotion to series regular was revealed by showrunner/executive producer Salim Akil during Black Lightning's Comic-Con 2018 panel on Saturday, July 21.
Warner Bros. Television Group's Comic-Con Class of 2018- Full Schedule Released
by Tori Hartshorn - Jun 25, 2018
Summer school has never been so much fun as Warner Bros. Television Group (WBTVG) unveils its Comic-Con Class of 2018! With 15 of the Studio's fan-favorite series making their way to Comic-Con International: San Diego, WBTVG's graduating class this year will be as epic as ever.
by Tori Hartshorn - Jun 25, 2018
Summer school has never been so much fun as Warner Bros. Television Group (WBTVG) unveils its Comic-Con Class of 2018! With 15 of the Studio's fan-favorite series making their way to Comic-Con International: San Diego, WBTVG's graduating class this year will be as epic as ever.
The CW Releases 2018 - 2019 Schedule Including RIVERDALE, CHARMED, the Final Season of JANE THE VIRGIN, & More
by Macon Prickett - May 17, 2018
The CW Network presents its 2018-19 primetime schedule to advertisers, affiliates, and press today, at the New York City Center in New York City, with the platinum-selling American rock band 30 Seconds to Mars opening the show with a performance of their new hit songs "Rescue Me" and "Walk on Water." Expanding to a six-night, Sunday-Friday schedule this fall, The CW will have 12 hours of original scripted series across the week in primetime this fall, more than ABC, NBC or Fox.
by Macon Prickett - May 17, 2018
The CW Network presents its 2018-19 primetime schedule to advertisers, affiliates, and press today, at the New York City Center in New York City, with the platinum-selling American rock band 30 Seconds to Mars opening the show with a performance of their new hit songs "Rescue Me" and "Walk on Water." Expanding to a six-night, Sunday-Friday schedule this fall, The CW will have 12 hours of original scripted series across the week in primetime this fall, more than ABC, NBC or Fox.
Motor City Comic Con 2018 Expands Guest Roster with Iconic SUPERMAN Cast Members, THE OFFICE Actors & More
by Macon Prickett - May 1, 2018
Lead actor Cress Williams from television's hit superhero series, Black Lightning, and his TV daughters China Anne McClain and Nafessa Williams, have been added to create a storm of excitement at the 29 th annual Motor City Comic Con 2018. More than 60,000 fans are expected to trek to the Suburban Collection Showplace, 46100 Grand River Avenue in Novi, Mich., Friday, May 18 (12:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.), Saturday, May 19 (10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.) and Sunday, May 20 (10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.).
by Macon Prickett - May 1, 2018
Lead actor Cress Williams from television's hit superhero series, Black Lightning, and his TV daughters China Anne McClain and Nafessa Williams, have been added to create a storm of excitement at the 29 th annual Motor City Comic Con 2018. More than 60,000 fans are expected to trek to the Suburban Collection Showplace, 46100 Grand River Avenue in Novi, Mich., Friday, May 18 (12:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.), Saturday, May 19 (10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.) and Sunday, May 20 (10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.).
MEGACON Returns to Orlando Featuring Stars of JUSTICE LEAGUE, JURASSIC PARK, THE PRINCESS BRIDE & More!
by Macon Prickett - Mar 13, 2018
MEGACON, the Southeast's largest fan convention with shows in both Orlando and Tampa Bay, returns to the Orange County Convention Center Thursday, May 24 through Sunday, May 27, 2018. This year, MEGACON Orlando expects to welcome more than 100,000 fans throughout the Memorial Day weekend with a long roster of celebrity guests, endless programming and much more.
by Macon Prickett - Mar 13, 2018
MEGACON, the Southeast's largest fan convention with shows in both Orlando and Tampa Bay, returns to the Orange County Convention Center Thursday, May 24 through Sunday, May 27, 2018. This year, MEGACON Orlando expects to welcome more than 100,000 fans throughout the Memorial Day weekend with a long roster of celebrity guests, endless programming and much more.
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