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Jon Stewart Comes to Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 3/1
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 28, 2013


Jon Stewart is considered one of America's top social and comedic voices. Over the past 13 years, Stewart has redefined political satire in American culture from his perch atop the anchor chair on Comedy Central's "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart." In fact, surveys have shown that the overwhelming majority of men and women under the age of 35 list "The Daily Show" as their primary source of television news.

Obama and Hilary Clinton Appear in First Joint Interview on CBS's 60 MINUTES Tonight
by TV News Desk - Jan 27, 2013


President Barack Obama and Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton will appear in their first joint interview when they speak to Steve Kroft for a 60 MINUTES interview to be broadcast tonight, Jan. 27 (7:00-8:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

President Obama Announces Key Administration Posts for National Council on Humanities and More
by BWW News Desk - Jan 25, 2013


Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to key Administration posts.

Obama and Hilary Clinton to Appear in First Joint Interview on CBS's 60 MINUTES, 1/27
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 25, 2013


President Barack Obama and Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton will appear in their first joint interview when they speak to Steve Kroft for a 60 MINUTES interview to be broadcast Sunday, Jan. 27 (7:00-8:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

STAGE TUBE: First Look at ROCK THE PRESIDENTS
by Stage Tube - Jan 24, 2013


ROCK THE PRESIDENTS, presented by PAC Trust, will play at the John H. Williams Theatre, Jan. 25 at 7 p.m., Jan. 26 at 11 a.m. BroadwayWorld has a first look below.

PAC Trust Presents ROCK THE PRESIDENTS, 1/25
by BWW News Desk - Jan 24, 2013


ROCK THE PRESIDENTS, presented by PAC Trust, will play at the John H. Williams Theatre, Jan. 25 at 7 p.m., Jan. 26 at 11 a.m.

Eva Longoria Wears Jill Milan to Presidential Inauguration
by Jennifer Diamond - Jan 23, 2013


Actress Eva Longoria carried a handbag from Jill Milan, a provider of Italian handbags, to Monday's presidential inauguration in Washington, D.C. Ms. Longoria carried Jill Milan's Pacific Heights Clutch and wore a belted dark rose overcoat as she attended President Barack Obama's second inauguration.

STAGE TUBE: Liz Caplan on Beyonce's Inaugural Lip-Syncing
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 23, 2013


Superstar Beyonce sang The National Anthem at President Barack Obama's 2013 Inauguration earlier this week on the steps of the Capitol Building in Washington DC. The performance has become controversial however after it was revealed that Knowles was lip-syncing the whole thing to a backing track with her voice. In the video below, Broadway vocal coach Liz Caplan chimes in on the issse. Check it out below!

Goo Goo Dolls Announce New Album MAGNETIC to Release in May
by Claire Hannum - Jan 22, 2013


Hit artists the Goo Goo Dolls are hard at work on an upcoming album for this spring! Their first single from the album is making waves in anticipation of its launch in February.

Artist Reception: NWUUC Art Gallery Celebrates Civil Rights Era, 2/7
by Samantha Vega - Jan 22, 2013


Northwest Unitarian Universalist Congregation's Art Gallery celebrates our country's African-American heritage and civil rights history with the work of painter Bruce Johnson and members of the Ebony Stitchers Quilt Guild. An artist reception will be held February 7, 2013, between 4:00 and 7:00 pm at NWUUC.

VIDEO: Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor Stops by THE DAILY SHOW
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 22, 2013


In honor of President Barack Obama's second inauguration, Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor stopped by THE DAILY SHOW to chat with Jon Stewart. Check out her interview below, where she comments on swearing in Vice President Joe Biden, what it takes to be on the world stage, and her new book!

WATCH LIVE: President Obama's Inaugural Ball, Feat. Cast of GLEE, Katy Perry, & More!
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 21, 2013


ABC NEWS has launched a live-stream of President Barack Obama's inaugural ball - you can check out all of the performances on this monumental night, below!

Photo Flash: ABC NEWS' Inauguration Day Coverage
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 21, 2013


Today, Monday, January 21, ABC's live broadcast coverage of President Barack Obama's inauguraiton began at 7:00 a.m., ET / 4:00 a.m., PT with 'Good Morning America (Special Inaugural Edition),' co-anchored by George Stephanopoulos in Washington DC. It continued throughout the day, and continues now into the evening. Check out a look at the monumental event below!

HOLD THESE TRUTHS to Play Honolulu Theatre for Youth, 2/21-3/2
by BWW News Desk - Jan 21, 2013


Acclaimed Off Broadway drama HOLD THESE TRUTHS, Jeanne Sakata's one-man show inspired by the true story of second generation Japanese-American Gordon Hirabayashi, travels to Hawaii for a limited engagement of six performances at Honolulu Theatre for Youth's Tenney Theatre, February 21 - March 2, 2013.

VIDEO: Beyonce Sings National Anthem at 2013 INAUGURATION
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 21, 2013


Superstar Beyonce sang the National Anthem at President Barack Obama's 2013 Inauguration this afternoon on the steps of the Capital Building in Washington DC. Check out her stunning performance below!

New Poetry Collection Marks Inspiring Moments in History
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 21, 2013


Lattice Boykin McKoy was inspired to write her new book, "Marked Moments" (published by Trafford Publishing) after listening to President Barack Obama's speeches during his first presidential candidacy. "As I watched him, he called out in me such joy, hope and promise for the world," she explains. "I thought, this is the President that my father, a minister, had told me God would be sending. This is the leader that Dr. Martin Luther King had talked about. His energetic and wonderful oratory made me want to respond to him and to be a part of his team." It was this very reason that McKoy shares now her new collection of poetry of marked moments of history through poetry.

VIDEO: Watch the INAUGURATION OF PRESIDENT OBAMA Live!
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 21, 2013


The inauguration of President Barack Obama will take place at 11 am/ET.. Upon being sworn in for his second presidential term, President Obama will deliver a speech from the steps of the U.S. Capitol. Watch it here live!

Special Edition of WASHINGTON WATCH Covers 2013 Presidential Inauguration
by TV News Desk - Jan 21, 2013


TV One, which entertains, informs and inspires Black adult viewers, has announced the details for its coverage of the 2013 Inauguration of President Barack Obama. Roland Martin, host and managing editor of TV One's WASHINGTON WATCH, will lead the network's live HD coverage that airs today, January 21, 2013 from 11:00am to 2:00pm ET.

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