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Interview: Jason Butler Harner Discusses The Big Bend, Apple TV+'s Sugar, and His Love for the Stage
by Josh Sharpe - May 21, 2024

Jason Butler Harner is all over our screens these days. Currently, he is appearing in a newly released independent film called The Big Bend, which follows two couples who attempt to reconnect in the midst of undisclosed struggles that rise to the surface throughout the film. Harner also appears in Sugar, the Apple TV+ series starring Colin Farrell. BroadwayWorld sat down with Harner to talk about his latest film, Sugar's major twist, and his eagerness to return to the stage.

VIDEO: Netflix Shares WE HAVE A GHOST Trailer With David Harbour, Jahi Winston & Anthony Mackie
by Michael Major - Jan 26, 2023

Finding a ghost named Ernest haunting their new home turns Kevin's family into overnight social media sensations. The movie stars David Harbour, Jahi Winston, Tig Notaro, Erica Ash, Jennifer Coolidge, and Anthony Mackie, with Faith Ford, Niles Fitch, Isabella Russo, Steve Coulter. Watch the video trailer now!

BET Networks Announces New Legal Thriller SACRIFICE Starring Paula Patton
by Kaitlin Milligan - Aug 15, 2019

Today, BET Networks announced the production of a new original movie 'SACRIFICE' starring Paula Patton ('Hitch,' 'Precious'). 'SACRIFICE' takes place in Los Angeles following Daniella Hernandez, played by Patton, a highly sought after entertainment lawyer. The legal thriller tracks Daniella as she navigates the nefarious lives of her rich and famous clients. Daniella has a reputation that proves problematic to LA Law enforcement, forcing her to be at odds with her sorority sister turned nemesis District Attorney Beverly Rucker. In an attempt to protect her often unscrupulous clients, Daniella enlists the services of her resourceful assistant and a young ex-hacker and tech genius. 'SACRIFICE' is executive produced, written, and directed by Chris Stokes. Marques Houston also serves as the film's co-executive producer for Footage Films. Principal photography for 'SACRIFICE' took place in New Orleans. 'SACRIFICE' will premiere on BET's new streaming service BET+ in 2020.

7th Annual ABFF Comedy Wings Competition Announces Finalists
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 17, 2019

ABFF Ventures announced today their selection of finalists who will compete at the 7th annual ABFF Comedy Wings Competition, presented by HBO. Last night, nine comedians competed in the ABFF Comedy Wings Semifinals Showcase held at the HaHa Comedy Club in Los Angeles, hosted by Chris Spencer. 

Photo Flash: Inside Opening Night of Ruben Santiago-Hudson's LACKAWANNA BLUES
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 14, 2019

Ruben Santiago-Hudson's powerful and touching solo play 'Lackawanna Blues' is currently running at the Mark Taper Forum. Produced by Center Theatre Group, See photos from opening night!

Zoë Kravitz, Yvette Nicole Brown, Ellen Pompeo Announced as Guest Judges for RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE ALL STARS
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 12, 2018

VH1 today announced the guest judges set to join the highly anticipated fourth season of “RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars.” RuPaul will be joined by a star-studded line-up of celebrities, alongside show regulars Michelle Visage, Carson Kressley, and Ross Mathews, as they decide who will stay, lip-sync for their legacy, or “sashay away.” “RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars” follows the record-breaking tenth season of VH1's “RuPaul's Drag Race,” which just became the first show to ever win an Emmy® Award in both the Outstanding Reality-Competition Program and Outstanding Host for a Reality or Reality-Competition Program categories in the same year. The series will return to the runway with supersized 90-minute episodes on Friday, December 14th at 8:00 PM ET/PT on VH1.

Kandoo Films Launches Distribution Arm Kandoo Releasing
by Tori Hartshorn - Sep 7, 2018

Kandoo Films, the Los Angeles based full service production company that focuses on emerging new artists, announced today the launch of its distribution arm Kandoo Releasing. Founded by Emmy® and BAFTA award-winning producer Howard Barish, Kandoo Releasing will strategically distribute its eclectic slate of quality independent films from emerging and diverse artists into day and date theatrical and VOD/digital releases for audiences worldwide.  

Rotimi Joins the Cast of SINGLEHOLIC Comedy Opposite Erica Ash
by Macon Prickett - Jun 1, 2018

According to Variety, Olurotimi Akinosho — aka Rotimi — will star opposite Erica Ash in the indie romantic comedy “Singleholic,” based on the novel of the same name by Katharine Bing.

Armand Leo Joins Blue Ice Pictures as Executive Vice President
by Macon Prickett - May 3, 2018

Lance Samuels, President of Blue Ice Pictures is pleased to announce that veteran executive, Armand Leo, has joined the company as Executive Vice President of Production and Creative Affairs. Leo comes to Blue Ice Pictures with a strong background in film and television from his tenure at eOne where he was Senior Vice President. 

BET's New Legal Drama IN CONTEMPT To Premiere April 10
by Macon Prickett - Mar 13, 2018

BET's new series “In Contempt” is an hour-long procedural set in the fast-paced world of a legal aid office in New York City. Flipping the script on the typical legal drama, the show takes away the designer suits and rich defendants and features talented and passionate non-profit lawyers fighting for society's most vulnerable citizens. “In Contempt” premieres April 10 at 10PM ET.

2018 Bounce Trumpet Awards Increases Viewership for the Second Consecutive Year
by Macon Prickett - Feb 14, 2018

The 2018 Bounce Trumpet Awards was a big hit Sunday night, Feb. 11, racking up huge viewership gains and strong double-digit increases in the delivery of all key demos vs. last year's telecast.

2018 Bounce Trumpet Awards Announces Headliners Including Xscape, Ludacris, CeeLo Green, Cameo & More
by Tori Hartshorn - Feb 9, 2018

2018 Bounce Trumpet Awards Announces Headliners Including Xscape, Ludacris, CeeLo Green, Cameo & More

Xscape, Ludacris, CeeLo Green, Cameo, Michel'le & More Headline 2018 Bounce Trumpet Awards
by Macon Prickett - Feb 9, 2018

ATLANTA, Feb. 8, 2018 /PRNewswire/ The 2018 Bounce Trumpet Awards, the prestigious annual event celebrating African-American achievements and contributions, world premieres exclusively on Bounce on Sunday, February 11 at 9:00 p.m. ET.

McDonald's to Serve as Platinum Sponsor of 2018 Bounce Trumpet Awards 2/11
by Macon Prickett - Feb 6, 2018

McDonald's will serve as the Platinum Sponsor of the 2018 Bounce Trumpet Awards with SheaMoisture and Denny's also participating in the prestigious annual event celebrating African-American achievements and contributions which will air exclusively on Bounce on Sunday, February 11 at 9:00 p.m. ET.

TV One Celebrates the Holidays With Two Movie World Premieres This December
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 21, 2017

TV One rings in the spirit of Christmas with the world premieres of two new holiday movies: Miss Me This Christmas, premiering Sunday, December 3 at 7 p.m. ET and You Can't Fight Christmas, premiering Sunday, December 10 at 7 p.m. ET.

TV One Rings in the Spirit of Christmas with Two Movie World Premieres
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 16, 2017

TV One rings in the spirit of Christmas with the world premieres of two new holiday movies: Miss Me This Christmas, premiering Sunday, December 3 at 7 p.m. ET and You Can't Fight Christmas, premiering Sunday, December 10 at 7 p.m. ET.

Larenz Tate ('Power') and Erica Ash ('Survivor's Remorse') To Host 2018 Bounce Trumpet Awards
by Robert Diamond - Nov 6, 2017

Larenz Tate and Erica Ash will host the 2018 Bounce Trumpet Awards, an exciting night of inspiration, history and crowd-rousing performances celebrating African-American achievements and contributions.

Starz Premieres Season 4 of Original Hit Series SURVIVOR'S REMORSE 8/20
by BWW News Desk - Aug 20, 2017

Today, Starz announced the highly-anticipated Season Four return of critically-acclaimed STARZ Original comedy series SURVIVOR'S REMORSE on Sunday, August 20th at 10PM ET/PT.

Starz Premieres Season 4 of Original Hit Series SURVIVOR'S REMORSE 8/20
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 6, 2017

Today, Starz announced the highly-anticipated Season Four return of critically-acclaimed STARZ Original comedy series SURVIVOR'S REMORSE on Sunday, August 20th at 10PM ET/PT.

Photo Flash: Patrick Page, Stephen Stocking and More Celebrate Rajiv Joseph's ARCHDUKE Opening at the Taper
by BWW News Desk - May 8, 2017

Center Theatre Group's world premiere production of 'Archduke,' written by Rajiv Joseph, began previews April 25 and will continue through June 4, 2017, at the Mark Taper Forum. Opening night is set for May 7, BroadwayWorld has photos from the festivities below!