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NBC Scraps Midseason Comedy MISSION CONTROL
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 15, 2014


MISSION CONTROL will not be moving forward.

FilmBuff Releases 'WE THE ECONOMY: 20 Short Films You Can't Afford To Miss'
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 15, 2014


FilmBuff will release 'WE THE ECONOMY: 20 Short Films You Can't Afford To Miss' on October 21 across more than 50 digital platforms.

VIDEO: Kate Walsh Talks New Comedy Series 'Bad Judge' on TODAY
by - Oct 2, 2014


Kate Walsh stopped by this morning's TODAY to talk about her new NBC comedy 'Bad Judge' in which she plays a tough, unorthodox judge with a messy personal life. Check out the appearance below!

Noranina Productions Brings BACHELORETTE to Collaboration Theatre, Now thru 8/23
by BWW News Desk - Aug 14, 2014


Production duo, Noranina Productions, successfully raises funs on Indiegogo to fund their theatrical debut with Leslye Headland's Bachelorette at Chicago's Collaboration Theatre Company.

Noranina Productions to Bring BACHELORETTE to Collaboration Theatre, 8/14-23
by BWW News Desk - Aug 1, 2014


Production duo, Noranina Productions, successfully raises funs on Indiegogo to fund their theatrical debut with Leslye Headland's Bachelorette at Chicago's Collaboration Theatre Company.

Comedy Central Renews DRUNK HISTORY & NATHAN FOR YOU
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 25, 2014


History aficionados and business experts…we give you reason to cheer. Comedy Central's acclaimed series “Drunk History” and “Nathan For You” have each been renewed for a third season, it was announced today by Kent Alterman, President, Content Development and Original Programming, Comedy Central. These two renewals continue the #1 brand in comedy's 2014 momentum as they join the previously announced renewals of “Broad City” (more), “Kroll Show” (more), “Inside Amy Schumer,” “Review” and “Trip Tank” (more) and an extended fourth season of “Key & Peele” (more).

Joaquin Phoenix to Lead Mavel's DOCTOR STRANGE?
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 25, 2014


According to The Hollywood Reporter, Marvel is currently in talks with Joaquin Phoenix to lead their upcoming live-action DOCTOR STRANGE film. As previously reported, Scott Derrickson will direct.

Comedy Central Premieres Season Two of DRUNK HISTORY
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 11, 2014


Time to crack open the history books, because America's favorite inebriated storytellers are returning for a second season!

IFC Scores Record Eight EMMY AWARD Nominations
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 10, 2014


The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences announced today the 66th Annual Primetime Emmy®Award nominations, honoring IFC with a record eight nominations.

IFC Orders Will Ferrell Mine-Series THE SPOILS BEFORE DYING
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 7, 2014


Following the popularity and success of this year's The Spoils of Babylon, IFC has ordered a second round of Funny Or Die's epic storytelling from the “Spoils” franchise.

Second Season of Comedy Central's DRUNK HISTORY to Premiere Today
by BWW News Desk - Jul 1, 2014


Time to crack open the history books, because America's favorite inebriated storytellers are returning for a second season! Ten episodes of the hit Comedy Central series 'Drunk History' begin today, July 1 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT, followed by the second season premiere of 'Nathan For You.' For fans that want to relive every sloshed moment of season one, all episodes are now available on the Comedy Central App and atcc.com/drunk.

Child's Play Touring Theatre Holds 35th Anniversary Benefit Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jun 18, 2014


Child's Play Touring Theatre is celebrating its 35th anniversary with a benefit hosted by Second City E.T.C. tonight, June 18 from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Second Season of Comedy Central's DRUNK HISTORY to Premiere 7/1
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 9, 2014


Time to crack open the history books, because America's favorite inebriated storytellers are returning for a second season! Ten episodes of the hit Comedy Central series 'Drunk History' begin on Tuesday, July 1 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT, followed by the second season premiere of 'Nathan For You.' For fans that want to relive every sloshed moment of season one, all episodes are now available on the Comedy Central App and atcc.com/drunk.

Marvel Finally Secures a New Director for ANT-MAN
by Courtnie Mele - Jun 7, 2014


Marvel has had a difficult time moving forward with their Ant-Man project. They first lost director Edgar Wright, who put in 8 years of work on the film. Adam McKay was the runner-up; however, he recently declined. After much searching, Marvel has hired Peyton Reed as the new director of Ant-Man.

Scott Derrickson to Helm Marvel's DOCTOR STRANGE
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 3, 2014


Doctor Strange is one step closer to taking over the big screen.

Adam McKay Backs out of Directing Marvel's ANT-MAN
by Courtnie Mele - May 31, 2014


Adam McKay was in talks with Marvel to direct the upcoming Ant-Man movie. McKay would have replaced Edgar Wright who recently left the project due to artistic differences. Since Marvel wants to keep their July 2015 release date, they've been trying to replace Wright as quickly as possible. However, McKay suddenly backed out of the project.

Comedian Brody Stevens Headlines ROAD 2 ODDBALL TOUR, Beg. Today
by Christina Mancuso - May 22, 2014


'ROAD 2 ODDBALL TOUR' presented by Redd's Apple Ale features Brody Stevens, Howard Kremer & Adam Cayton-Holland, May 22, 2014.

NURSE JACKIE's Liz Brixius to Run NBC's BAD JUDGE
by Tyler Peterson - May 20, 2014


The move marks a reunion for Brixius and network president Bob Greenblatt, who helped developed 'JACKIE' while he was still showtime. Brixius co-created the show with Linda Wallem.

The Second City and Thruline/Tagline Pictures Announce Partnership
by Movies News Desk - May 19, 2014


Management & production company Thruline Entertainment/Tagline Pictures has formed a strategic alliance with The Second City, the Chicago-based empire whose list of alumni reads like a Who's Who of Comedy. As part of the partnership, The Second City intends to develop original content in collaboration with Tagline (Psych, The Burn with Jeff Ross, Saint Francis).

NBC Announces its Fall 2014-15 Schedule; Full Show Descriptions & First Look Videos!
by BWW Special Coverage - May 12, 2014


Coming off a season in which the network catapulted to No. 1 in the 18-49 demo and saw double-digit improvement in many prominent timeslots, NBC has announced a line-up of popular returning series, inventive new comedies, compelling new dramas and season seven of the Emmy Award-winning musical competition series 'The Voice.'

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