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SURVIVAL OF THE THICKEST Season 2 in Production With Michelle Buteau, Tasha Smith, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 15, 2024

Netflix has confirmed that Michelle Buteau, Tasha Smith, Tone Bell, Liza Treyger, Peppermint, and Marouane Zotti will return to the comedy series Survival of The Thickest Season 2, which is now in production in New York. Tasha Smith will also shift from a recurring character to a series regular and will direct 2 episodes. 

Video: Watch Animated Opening Sequence for Paramount+ Series KNUCKLES
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 29, 2024

In Knuckles, Knuckles himself is introduced to ‘earth music’ through Wade Whipples’ ‘Wadejammerz’ mixed CDs. The Knuckles main title sequence is a nod to this memorable introduction and a nostalgic 90’s throwback, featuring markered animations of the film’s main characters which jump across the labels of the mixed CDs. The credits roll across the CDs as we flip through the CD case to the tune of “The Warrior” by Scandal featuring Patty Smyth. Watch the video!

Video: Watch Cast of KNUCKLES in New Promo for SONIC THE HEDGEHOG Spin-Off
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 18, 2024

Paramount has just released a new promo from the forthcoming series Knuckles, a spin-off of the fan-favorite character from the world of Sonic the Hedgehog. Knuckles is a new live-action event series following Knuckles (Idris Elba) on a hilarious and action-packed journey of self- discovery as he agrees to train Wade Whipple (Adam Pally) as his protégé and teach him the ways of the Echidna warrior. Watch the promo here!

Keanu Reeves to Voice Shadow in SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 15, 2024

According to multiple reports, Keanu Reeves will be voicing the fan-favorite character Shadow in the third installment of the popular Sonic the Hedgehog film series. This will be the character's feature-length debut in live-action, following a brief cameo during the credits of Sonic the Hedgehog 2.

Alison Fraser to Reprise Role in CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF Off-Broadway; Complete Cast Announced
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 25, 2023

Ruth Stage has announced that two-time Tony Award nominee Alison Fraser (The Secret Garden) will reprise her role as ‘Big Mama’, as well as announcing the complete casting for their provocative and controversial modern staging of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof.

Frederick Weller Joins the Cast of CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2023

Obie and Drama Desk Award winner Frederick Weller (To Kill a Mockingbird, “In Plain Sight”) will join Ruth Stage's provocative and controversial modern staging of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof as ‘Big Daddy.’

COBRA KAI's Courtney Henggeler to Make NYC Stage Debut in CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 13, 2022

Ruth Stage has announced that their provocative and controversial modern staging of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, returning to New York City in early 2023, will star Courtney Henggeler in the central role of “Maggie the Cat.” This will mark Henggeler’s Off-Broadway and New York City stage debut.

Hartbeat And Sundance Name The Three 2022 “Women Write Now” Fellows
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 31, 2022

Hartbeat, the global, multi-platform media company creating entertainment where comedy meets culture, today announced Mayanna Berrin, Kiana Butler Jabangwe, and Danielle Solomon as recipients of this year's Women Write Now (WWN) comedic screenwriting fellowship.  

SONIC 2 Sets Paramount+ & 4K/Blu-ray Release Date
by Michael Major - May 23, 2022

Get the scoop on how to purchase SONIC 2 to watch it streaming or to own on disc plus the bonus features that will be available. Produced by Paramount Pictures, the world’s favorite blue hedgehog is back for next-level adventure featuring the all-star cast of James Marsden, Ben Schwartz, Tika Sumpter, Natasha Rothwell, Adam Pally, Shemar Moore, Colleen O’Shaughnessey, Lee Majdoub with Idris Elba and Jim Carrey.

Photos: The Cast of SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2 Takes the Blue Carpet
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 3, 2022

The world’s favorite blue hedgehog is back for a next-level adventure in SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2. After settling in Green Hills, Sonic is eager to prove he has what it takes to be a true hero. His test comes when Dr. Robotnik returns, this time with a new partner, Knuckles, in search for an emerald that has the power to destroy civilizations.

VIDEO: New SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2 Trailer Released
by Michael Major - Mar 14, 2022

From the filmmakers behind The Fast and the Furious and Deadpool, SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2 stars James Marsden, Ben Schwartz as Sonic, Tika Sumpter, Natasha Rothwell, Adam Pally, Lee Majdoub and Jim Carrey returning, alongside new additions Shemar Moore, with Idris Elba as the voice of Knuckles and Colleen O’Shaughnessey as the voice of Tails.

VIDEO: Watch the SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2 Trailer
by Michael Major - Dec 10, 2021

From the filmmakers behind The Fast and the Furious and Deadpool, Sonic The Hedgehog 2 stars James Marsden, Ben Schwartz as the voice of Sonic, Tika Sumpter, Natasha Rothwell, Adam Pally, and Jim Carrey returning, alongside new additions Shemar Moore, with Idris Elba as the voice of Knuckles, and Colleen O'Shaughnessey as the voice of Tails.

Disney Kicks Off the 2021 Magic of Storytelling Campaign in Collaboration With First Book
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jan 13, 2021

Disney announces its ninth annual 2021 Magic of Storytelling campaign to cultivate the next generation of storytellers.

Judith Light, Chita Rivera, Jason Danieley and More Join 92Y Online Classes and Talks
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2020

Judith Light, Jason Danieley, Colin Jost, Seth Meyers, Chita Rivera, Illeana Douglas, and more have been announced for 92Y talks and classes online.

92Y Presents Conversation With Alan Menken, Jodi Benson, Paige O'Hara and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 17, 2020

92Y will be presenting free panel discussions with Alan Menken, Jodi Benson, Paige O'hara and more in August.

OWN Announces Return Date For Tyler Perry Drama THE HAVES AND THE HAVE NOTS
by Kaitlin Milligan - Aug 4, 2020

OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network announced today the mid-season return of its hit Tyler Perry drama “The Haves and the Have Nots,” set to premiere two back-to-back episodes on Tuesday, August 25 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT. The popular series roars back to the screen with a vengeance as the Cryer, Harrington and Young families fight for their very existence.

ABC Announces 2020-2021 Slate, Featuring New Shows BIG SKY and CALL YOUR MOTHER
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 22, 2020

Having just solidified its position as the No. 1 network in entertainment among Adults 18-49 for the first time in four years, ABC is announcing its 2020-2021 programming slate, which includes renewals for 19 series and two straight-to-series orders from its current crop of pilots

VIDEO: Watch the Super Bowl TV Spot For SONIC THE HEDGEHOG
by Stephi Wild - Feb 2, 2020

Based on the global blockbuster videogame franchise from Sega, SONIC THE HEDGEHOG tells the story of the world's speediest hedgehog as he embraces his new home on Earth. The new film will have an exclusive Super Bowl TV spot, in addition to a new trailer being shown during the pre-game coverage.

VIDEO: ABC Shares Clips From 'Weird Science' Episode of MIXED-ISH
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 20, 2019

ABC shares two clips from the 'Weird Science' episode of mixed-ish. In the first clip, as part of a school project, Rainbow (Arica Himmel) gets to report a story on her school's volleyball team for the local news. Local anchor Wendy Whiteman (guest star Carolyne Maraghi) is there to mentor Bow, but isnt' sure that mentoring is gonna cut it.

VIDEO: Jim Carrey and James Marsden Star in the Trailer for SONIC THE HEDGEHOG
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 12, 2019

Based on the global blockbuster videogame franchise from Sega, SONIC THE HEDGEHOG tells the story of the world's speediest hedgehog as he embraces his new home on Earth.