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THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG to be Presented at 5-Star Theatricals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2026

5-Star Theatricals together with the Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society present the first show of their 2026 season, the uproarious comedy hit, The Play That Goes Wrong.

Photos: THE WONDERFUL WINTER OZ at the Scherr Forum Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 15, 2025

5-Star Theatricals, TOARTS & Lythgoe Family Productions have released first look images of the magical holiday production of Lythgoe Family Panto’s THE WONDERFUL WINTER OF OZ. 

Nicole Parker Joins THE WONDERFUL WIZARD OF OZ in Thousand Oaks
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2025

Nicole Parker will play the Wicked Witch of the West, and join the cast for the Lythgoe Family Panto’s magical holiday production of THE WONDERFUL WINTER OF OZ. 

Nicole Parker Joins Lythgoe Family Panto's THE WONDERFUL WINTER OF OZ
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2025

5-Star Theatricals, TOArts, and Lythgoe Family Productions has revealed that Nicole Parker will play the Wicked Witch of the West, and join the cast for the Lythgoe Family Panto's magical holiday production of THE WONDERFUL WINTER OF OZ.

John O'Hurley, Tamyra Gray and Aubrey Anderson-Emmons to Star in THE WONDERFUL WINTER OF OZ
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2025

Lythgoe Family Panto will return for the holidays, featuring THE WONDERFUL WINTER OF OZ. The production will star Panto veteran John O’Hurley and more. See how to purchase tickets!

Photos: First Look At A CINDERELLA CHRISTMAS At Laguna Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 9, 2023

Laguna Playhouse and Lythgoe Family Productions present A CINDERELLA CHRISTMAS, written by Kris Lythgoe, directed by Bonnie Lythgoe, musical direction by Andy Street, and choreography by Becca Sweitzer. See photos from the production.

A CINDERELLA CHRISTMAS Comes to the Laguna Playhouse Next Week
by Stephi Wild - Nov 28, 2023

Laguna Playhouse presents A CINDERELLA CHRISTMAS, written by Kris Lythgoe, directed by Bonnie Lythgoe, musical direction by Andy Street, and choreography by Becca Sweitzer.

SF Sketchfest Adds The Venture Bros, Mira Sorvino, Julie Hagerty, and More To 2020 San Francisco Comedy Festival
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2019

SF Sketchfest announces more additions to the lineup for the 19th annual San Francisco Comedy Festival happening January 9-26. A vital part of the Bay Area entertainment scene year after year, SF Sketchfest features something for everyone with more than 250 shows over 18 days in 20 venues with more than 900 performers including major comedy stars and the best up-and-coming comedians from around the world. SF Sketchfest features non-stop entertainment including sketch, stand-up, alternative comedy, music, improv, films, tributes, live podcasts, storytelling, family shows, workshops, panels and more. Tickets for all new shows and all previously announced shows are on sale now at sfsketchfest.com.

CBS Renews BLOOD & TREASURE for Second Season
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jun 26, 2019

CBS announced today that summer 2019's top new scripted broadcast series BLOOD & TREASURE has been renewed for a second season.

DRUNK HISTORY Returns to Comedy Central with New Episodes on June 18
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 21, 2019

Pour a shot and learn a lot! The Emmy(R) Award-winning Comedy Central series Drunk History returns with eight all-new episodes premiering Tuesday, June 18 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT, leading off with the highly innovative and spellbinding Derek Waters' Believe It or Not and followed by the series premiere of Alternatino with Arturo Castro at 10:30 p.m. ET/PT. Fans can watch the all new trailer featuring highlights from the new summer season here and catch up on the first eight episodes of season six on the Comedy Central App and at cc.com/drunk.

CBS Announces Premiere Dates for ELEMENTARY, INSTINCT, and BLOOD & TREASURE
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 26, 2019

CBS today announced premiere dates for drama series airing this summer, including the new action-adventure series BLOOD & TREASURE; the seventh and final season of the modern day Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson drama, ELEMENTARY; and the second season of INSTINCT, starring Alan Cumming and Bojana Novakovic.

Lineup Announced for the 18th Annual San Francisco Comedy Festival
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 19, 2018

SF Sketchfest presented by Audible announces the initial line up for the 18th annual San Francisco Comedy Festival January 10-27, 2019, featuring top comedic talent performing in venues across the city. Audiences can expect another outstanding year of programming and fun as SF Sketchfest will host major comedy stars and the best up-and-coming acts from around the world for non-stop entertainment including sketch, stand-up, alternative comedy, music, improv, films, tributes, live podcasts, storytelling, family shows, workshops, panels and more.

Initial Line Up Announced For 2019 San Francisco Comedy Festival, Tickets On Sale This Sunday
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 17, 2018

SF Sketchfest presented by Audible announces the initial line up for the 18th annual San Francisco Comedy Festival January 10-27, 2019, featuring top comedic talent performing in venues across the city. Audiences can expect another outstanding year of programming and fun as SF Sketchfest will host major comedy stars and the best up-and-coming acts from around the world for non-stop entertainment including sketch, stand-up, alternative comedy, music, improv, films, tributes, live podcasts, storytelling, family shows, workshops, panels and more.

Additional Performance Added For INTERSTATE At The NYMF
by Stephi Wild - Jul 10, 2018

Melissa Li's and Kit Yan's new musical Interstate, has been extended due to popular demand. Interstate, which opens the 2018 New York Musical Festival tonight at Theatre Row, will play to a sold-out house. An additional performance, has been added on Sunday, July 15 at 5:00 pm.

Photo Flash: First Look At INTERSTATE At The NYMF
by Stephi Wild - Jun 27, 2018

Interstate, a new musical created by Melissa Li and Kit Yan, has been selected as one of 12 productions to take part in the 2018 New York Musical Festival Next Link Project. The workshop production will open the festival and features a diverse mix of talent while showcasing the journey of two Asian transgender artists. Interstate is directed by Jessi D. Hill, choreographed by Jessica Chen, with music direction by Karen Dryer.

INTERSTATE To Open NYMF On July 9
by Stephi Wild - Jun 20, 2018

Interstate, a new musical created by Melissa Li and Kit Yan, has been selected as one of 12 productions to take part in the 2018 New York Musical Festival Next Link Project. The workshop production will open the festival and features a diverse mix of talent while showcasing the journey of two Asian transgender artists. Interstate is directed by Jessi D. Hill, choreographed by Jessica Chen, with music direction by Karen Dryer.

Comedy Central Renews Emmy-Winning Series DRUNK HISTORY For Sixth Season
by Macon Prickett - Feb 22, 2018

Kent Alterman, President of Comedy Central announced today that the Emmy® Award-winning Comedy Central series, Drunk History, has been renewed for a sixth season with sixteen episodes. Created for television by Derek Waters and Jeremy Konner, Drunk History is produced by Central Productions and executive produced by Waters and Konner, along with Gary Sanchez Productions' Will Ferrell, Adam McKay and Owen Burke. Ian Friedman and Daniel Wolfberg are the Executives in Charge of Production for Comedy Central. The fifth season currently airs on Tuesdays at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT.

DRUNK HISTORY Season 5 Premieres Tonight on Comedy Central
by Tori Hartshorn - Jan 23, 2018

DRUNK HISTORY Season 5 Premieres Tonight on Comedy Central

VIDEO: Comedy Central Shares Trailer for DRUNK HISTORY Season 5, Premiering Today
by BWW News Desk - Jan 23, 2018

Raise your glass and get to class! The Emmy -winning Comedy Central series DRUNK HISTORY returns for its fifth season with the first of seven all-new episodes premiering today, January 23 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT

VIDEO: Comedy Central Shares Trailer for DRUNK HISTORY Season 5, Premiering 1/23
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 28, 2017

Raise your glass and get to class! The Emmy -winning Comedy Central series DRUNK HISTORY returns for its fifth season with the first of seven all-new episodes premiering on Tuesday, January 23 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT