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PURPLE RAIN Adds Extra Week of Pre-Broadway Performances in Minneapolis
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025

Due to audience demand, producer Orin Wolf and Hennepin Arts are pleased to announce that the stage adaptation of the iconic film PURPLE RAIN will rock the historic State Theatre for one additional week.

Video: PURPLE RAIN World Premiere Releases 'I Would Die 4 U'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 19, 2025

The world premiere musical adaptation, PURPLE RAIN, will play at Hennepin Arts’ historic State Theatre in Minneapolis. Get a first look at the video for 'I Would Die 4 U'. Watch here!

PURPLE RAIN World Premiere Unveils Complete Cast
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2025

The complete cast has been revealed for the world premiere stage adaptation of the iconic film, PURPLE RAIN. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets here!

Bill Butler and Michelle Kittrell Leave Industry Entertainment for Amplified
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 8, 2024

Bill Butler and Michelle Kittrell have left their positions at Industry Entertainment to join fellow Industry veterans Adam Levine, Brandy Rivers, and Michael Hepburn at Amplified.

New York Stage And Film Reveals 2024 Filmmakers' Workshop Participants & 2024 Awards Recipients
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2024

New York Stage and Film announces participants for the 2024 Filmmakers' Workshop and recipients of the 2024 Awards, highlighting emerging talent and their contributions to film and theater.

Margaret Cho, Amber Ruffin & More to be Featured in New York Stage and Film 2024 Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 1, 2024

New York Stage and Film has revealed additional casting for its 2024 Summer Season at Marist College, kicking off this July in Poughkeepsie, NY. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: On the Red Carpet at the 39th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards
by Jennifer Broski - May 6, 2024

The 39th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards were presented at the annual ceremony on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at NYU Skirball. BroadwayWorld was there and we're bringing you on the red carpet at the big night. Check out photos here!

Vancouver USA Arts & Music Festival Reveals Additional Details For Three-Day Inaugural Event
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2023

The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA and the City of Vancouver announceD further details for the inaugural Vancouver USA Arts & Music Festival.

VSO USA Distinguished Speaker Series Luncheon to Feature Star Conductor Maestro Gerard Schwarz
by Stephi Wild - Mar 23, 2023

The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA will welcome back All-Star Orchestra’s and Eastern Music Festival’s esteemed conductor and music director Maestro Gerard Schwarz as the featured guest for the 2023 Distinguished Speaker Series Luncheon.

Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA to Present Inaugural Vancouver USA Music And Arts Festival in 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 13, 2022

The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA will present its inaugural Vancouver USA Music and Arts Festival celebrating music and art inspired by America, spanning three days from Friday, August 4 through Sunday, August 6.

Lawrence Gilliard Jr. Will Host the VSO USA Hybrid Gala Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Aug 9, 2022

After the success of last year, the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA (VSO) will enter its 44th season with another hybrid Gala celebration. In-person guests will enjoy a festive cocktail reception, elegant dinner, and exciting live musical program at the Hilton Hotel in Vancouver, Washington. This is the second year the VSO will be broadcasting this event internationally.

HBO's THE DEUCE: The Complete Second Season Comes To Digital12/3, Blu-Ray/DVD 2/5
by Tori Hartshorn - Nov 27, 2018

Experience all of the gritty drama in The Deuce: The Complete Second Season when the hit HBO® show, from executive producers of “The Wire,” is available to own on Digital Download December 3 and Blu-Ray® and DVD Febuary 5. Rated 100% Certified Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes, the second season features “brilliant writing, [an] immersive atmosphere and uncommonly excellent acting” (The Hollywood Reporter) throughout.

HBO Renews THE DEUCE for Third and Last Season
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 21, 2018

HBO renews “The Deuce” for a third and final season, according to Variety.

VIDEO: HBO's THE DEUCE Season 2 Official Trailer Starring James Franco & Maggie Gyllenhaal
by Tori Hartshorn - Aug 21, 2018

VIDEO: THE DEUCE Season 2 Official Trailer

HBO Drama Series THE DEUCE to Return for a Second Season
by Kaitlin Milligan - Aug 9, 2018

Chronicling the rise of pornography and the multibillion-dollar industry's transformation of American culture, the critically acclaimed drama series THE DEUCE, created by George Pelecanos and David Simon, returns for its nine-episode second season SUNDAY, SEPT. 9 (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET/PT), exclusively on HBO. Resuming five years after the culmination of the first season, THE DEUCE returns to the world of 1977, capturing the Times Square area of midtown New York at its most garish and volatile.

HBO Drama Series THE DEUCE Created by George Pelecanos and David Simon, Returns for Second Season 9/9, Exclusively on HBO
by Tori Hartshorn - Jul 25, 2018

Chronicling the rise of pornography and the multibillion-dollar industry's transformation of American culture, the critically acclaimed drama series THE DEUCE, created by George Pelecanos and David Simon, returns for its nine-episode second season SUNDAY, SEPT. 9 (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET/PT), exclusively on HBO. Resuming five years after the culmination of the first season, THE DEUCE returns to the world of 1977, capturing the Times Square area of midtown New York at its most garish and volatile.

HBO's THE DUECE Returns for Second Season September 9
by Macon Prickett - Jul 25, 2018

Chronicling the rise of pornography and the multibillion-dollar industry's transformation of American culture, the critically acclaimed drama series THE DEUCE, created by George Pelecanos and David Simon, returns for its nine-episode second season SUNDAY, SEPT. 9 (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET/PT), exclusively on HBO. Resuming five years after the culmination of the first season, THE DEUCE returns to the world of 1977, capturing the Times Square area of midtown New York at its most garish and volatile.

HBO Sets THE DEUCE Season 2 Premiere Date this September
by Macon Prickett - Jul 9, 2018

HBO has revealed Season 2 of praised porn industry drama series The Deuce will premiere September 9 at 9 PM on the premium cable network.

Jane The Virgin's Andrea Navedo Joins Summer Faculty At The Acting Studio
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2018

The Acting Studio - New York announces that studio alumna Andrea Navedo (Xiomara on Jane The Virgin) is joining the guest faculty for the 2018 Summer Acting Conservatory. A few spots are available; prospective students are encouraged to apply immediately.

THE DEUCE: The Complete First Season Available for Digital Download 11/27
by BWW News Desk - Nov 27, 2017

Catch up on the show that The Wall Street Journal calls a spectacularly appealing enterprise, when THE DEUCE is available for Digital Download on November 27, 2017 and on Blu-RayTM and DVD February 13, 2018.