Eric Idle & Bob Einstein Set for Showtime's INSIDE COMEDY, 3/3
by Tyler Peterson
- Feb 27, 2014
On Monday, March 3, legendary comedians from both sides of the pond, Eric Idle and Bob Einstein, sit down with INSIDE COMEDY host David Steinberg to dish on their careers and some of television's most iconic shows. British comedian, actor, author and writer Eric Idle talks about the origin of Monty Python and creating the Tony-Award winning musical comedy Spamalot. Meanwhile actor, comedian and writer Bob Einstein talks about getting his break on The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour, working with the celebrated Redd Foxx and the creation of one of his most memorable characters, Super Dave.
INSIDE COMEDY Host David Steinberg Sits Down with Comedian Andrew Dice Clay, 2/24
by BWW News Desk
- Feb 20, 2014
On Monday, February 24, INSIDE COMEDY host David Steinberg sits down with controversial comedian Andrew Dice Clay who reveals a more vulnerable side to his tough-guy persona and shares some of his career-defining moments. Also in this episode, Kevin Nealon discusses the iconic comedians who influenced his work, how he landed a coveted spot as a cast member on Saturday Night Live and why he has never felt like a real actor.
GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS to Run 3/16-30 at Segal Centre
by Tyler Peterson
- Feb 19, 2014
The Segal Centre will present a limited engagement of David Mamet's powerful Pulitzer Prize-winning drama Glengarry Glen Ross, directed by Segal Centre Artistic Producer Paul Flicker, from March 16th - 30th, 2014.
Second City Brings HAPPILY EVER LAUGHTER to Lincoln Theatre, 3/21-22
by Tyler Peterson
- Feb 11, 2014
Chicago's legendary comedy theatre, The Second City, presents Happily Ever Laughter, a hilarious revue featuring some of the best sketches, songs, and improvisation from its 53-year history. Drawing on classic material from The Second City archives as well as scenes ripped from the morning headlines, The Second City's Happily Ever Laughter is your chance to see comedy stars in the making in an evening of smart, cutting-edge comedy.
Angel Light Pictures to Produce Documentary THE APPRENTICESHIP OF TED KOTCHEFF
by Diana Heisroth
- Feb 10, 2014
Angel Light Pictures announced today that they will produce THE APPRENTICESHIP OF TED KOTCHEFF, a documentary about the life of Ted Kotcheff (William T. Kotcheff). The film will track the cinematic journey of the legendary Canadian film and television director, by Antonio Saillant in his debut as a director (Heterosexual, The Ascension).
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago and The Second City Announce Joint Production
by BWW News Desk
- Feb 5, 2014
Hubbard Street Artistic Director Glenn Edgerton and Kelly Leonard, Executive Vice President of The Second City, Inc. are delighted to announce a collaboratively devised production by the two performing arts organizations, to receive its world premiere October 16-19, 2014, kicking off Hubbard Street's 2014-15 season at the Harris Theater for Music and Dance in Millennium Park.
Full Cast and Creatives Announced for Yale Rep's THESE PAPER BULLETS!
by BWW News Desk
- Jan 27, 2014
YALE REPERTORY THEATRE presents the world premiere of THESE PAPER BULLETS!, a modish ripoff of William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing, adapted by Rolin Jones, with songs by Billie Joe Armstrong, and directed by Jackson Gay, March 14-April 5 at the University Theatre (222 York Street). Opening Night is Thursday, March 20.
Mia McCullough's SINCE AFRICA to Open Off-Broadway Next Month
by Tyler Peterson
- Jan 27, 2014
SINCE AFRICA, a new play by Mia McCullough about a Lost Boy of Sudan-- both lost in his native land and lost as he attempts to adjust to his new home in America - will be given its NY premiere following successful productions at San Diego's Old Globe, Philadelphia's InterAct, and Chicago Dramatists theatres with performances starting February 20 and an official press opening on February 23 in a production by New York's Red Fern Theatre Company at The Theater at the 14th Street Y (344 E. 14 St. between 1st and 2nd Ave. in NYC). The play is directed by Nancy Robillard.
New York Theater Producer Honey Waldman Passes Away at 87
by BWW News Desk
- Dec 14, 2013
The New York Times reports that Honey Waldman, who along with her husband refurbished a movie house in Nyack and a bank in the East Village into two theaters, passed away on December 8, 2013, due to heart failure. She was 87.
Showtime Renews INSIDE COMEDY for Third Season
by Caryn Robbins
- Dec 3, 2013
SHOWTIME has renewed its critically-acclaimed documentary series INSIDE COMEDY for a third season, set to premiere Sunday, February 2nd at 11 P.M. ET/PT.
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