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Chronicling the journey taken by 1,000 musicians to create the Biggest Rock Band on Earth, the film gives a first-hand account of the group's effort to play the iconic Foo Fighters anthem 'Learn to Fly', convince Dave Grohl to play a concert in Cesena, Italy, and the global sensation the event became.

Jazz at Lincoln Center today announced the three top-placing high school jazz bands in the nation and more than 35 other individual and section awards in the prestigious 27th Annual Essentially Ellington High School Jazz Band Competition & Festival at Frederick P. Rose Hall, home of Jazz at Lincoln Center and the hallmark program for the largest jazz education network in the world. Grounded in the nonprofit JALC's 34-year history of educational excellence in jazz, Essentially Ellington has fostered the talent and appreciation for jazz music in over one million young musicians.

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.

The animated series features voice talent from Eugene Cordero, Donald Faison, Sofia Gonzalez, Taran Killam, Will McLaughlin, Bobby Moynihan, Griffin Newman, Lennon Parham, Nicole Parker, Connor Ratliff, Ben Schwartz, Jimmi Simpson, and Cobie Smulders.

MSG Entertainment will welcome comedy events, including stand-up comedians and podcasts, to its New York City venues this spring. Between now and June, fans will be able to enjoy the best in comedy at four of the most celebrated venues in NYC: Madison Square Garden, Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall and Beacon Theatre.

Billy Crystal is officially back on Broadway in Mr. Saturday Night! To celebrate the occasion, we're flashing back to his last appearance on Broadway, in 700 Sundays!

The Game Grumps, Arin Hanson and Dan Avidan, return to the stage with a brand-new show that pits the audience against each other in a series of hilarious games. It is a battle to find out who really is the best gamer at the Boch center Shubert Theatre on June 21, 2022. Tickets go on sale Friday, March 25 at 10:00 AM at bochcenter.org. A limited number of VIP packages will also be available that include premium seating, an exclusive pre-show VIP experience and other benefits.

Mr. Saturday Night, co-written by and starring Tony and Emmy Award winner Billy Crystal, officially begins previews tonight, March 29, 2022. The show will officially open on April 27, 2022 at the Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street). Meet the cast bringing the show to Broadway here!

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.

Created and directed by Miller, “The Afterparty” is a genre-defying series centered on a murder mystery at a high school reunion. The first season stars comedy greats Tiffany Haddish, Sam Richardson, Zoë Chao, Ben Schwartz, Ike Barinholtz, Ilana Glazer, Jamie Demetriou and Dave Franco.

The first three episodes will be followed by one new episode weekly, every Friday through March 4.  From Academy Award-winners Chris Miller and Phil Lord, the eight-episode season stars Tiffany Haddish, Sam Richardson, Zoë Chao, Ben Schwartz, Ike Barinholtz, Ilana Glazer, Jamie Demetriou and Dave Franco. Watch the first episode for free now!

Season 2 of Space Force picks up with General Naird and his underdog team having to prove their worth to a new administration while dealing with interpersonal challenges. The cast includes Steve Carell, John Malkovich, Ben Schwartz, Tawny Newsome, Diana Silvers, Jimmy O. Yang and Don Lake. Watch the new trailer now!

Space Force picks up with General Naird and his underdog team having to prove their worth to a new administration while dealing with interpersonal challenges. Will the group come together or fall apart under the pressure? The series features Steve Carell, John Malkovich, Ben Schwartz, Tawny Newsome, Diana Silvers, Jimmy O. Yang and Don Lake.

New Jersey Youth Symphony member Ryoma Takenaga of New Providence, NJ from the Academy for Information Technology, has received a 2022 YoungArts award in Jazz. Takenaga has been recognized at the Honorable Mention level, the organization's second highest honor.

The all-star cast of the new series includes Tiffany Haddish, Sam Richardson, Zoë Chao, Ben Schwartz, Ike Barinholtz, Ilana Glazer, Jamie Demetriou and Dave Franco. The highly anticipated murder-mystery comedy series comes from Academy Award winners Chris Miller and Phil Lord. Watch the new trailer now!

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.

“The Afterparty” features a stellar ensemble cast including Tiffany Haddish (“Girls Trip'), Sam Richardson (“Veep”), Zoë Chao (“Love Life') , Ben Schwartz (“Space Force'), Ike Barinholtz (“The Mindy Project'), Ilana Glazer (“Broad City”), Jamie Demetriou (“Fleabag') and Dave Franco (“The Disaster Artist”). Watch the teaser for the new series now!

From Oscar-winning duo Chris Miller and Phil Lord, “The Afterparty” Stars Comedy Greats Tiffany Haddish, Sam Richardson, Zoë Chao, Ben Schwartz, Ike Barinholtz, Ilana Glazer, Jamie Demetriou, and Dave Franco, Among Others.

A new musical comedy, Mr. Saturday Night is about one man's meteoric rise to the middle. The musical is a work in development and will be presented with minimal set and costume pieces.  

Today at WonderCon@Home, Hulu paneled its upcoming adult animated series, 'Marvel’s M.O.D.O.K.', which premieres May 21 on Hulu!