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BWW Review: <50% Is A Wonderfully Unconventional Look at the Conventional Rom-Com
by Juliana Adame - Oct 6, 2014

Written and starring Gianmarco Soresi, this new 'unromantic' comedy takes a look at a new kind of young love in the world of actors and playwrights.

Cary Elwes Says THE PRINCESS BRIDE is 'A Go' for Broadway
by Sally Henry Fuller - Oct 5, 2014

Actor Cary Elwes, who portrayed Westley in THE PRINCESS BRIDE film, recently held a Q&A with fans on Reddit. in promotion of his new book, As You Wish: Inconceivable Tales from the Making of THE PRINCESS BRIDE. When asked about the possibility of THE PRINCESS BRIDE musical, Elwes said that it is definitely in the works.

Mary Gatchell Performs Tonight at the Leddy Center
by BWW News Desk - Oct 3, 2014

Mary Gatchell will be performing her great music with her NYC band at Leddy Center at Verdant Pastures in Epping, NH, this evening, October 3, at 7:30pm. Mary Gatchell is a dynamic singer, pianist, and composer living in New York City.

Bill Burr to Lead New FX Pilot PARIAH
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 1, 2014

FX Networks has placed an order for the comedy Pilot, Pariah, starring Bill Burr and co-created by John Chernin and Dave Chernin, it was announced today by Nick Grad and Eric Schrier, Presidents of Original Programming, FX Networks and FX Productions.

Billy Crystal's 700 SUNDAYS Set for DVD & Digital Release Next Month
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 29, 2014

Billy Crystal's '700 Sundays,' one of the most-acclaimed and highest-grossing plays in Broadway history, broadcast earlier this year by HBO, will be available on DVD and in Digital HD on October 21, it was announced today.

Entertainment Industry Celebrates Life of Robin Williams in San Fransisco
by Sally Henry Fuller - Sep 28, 2014

Yesterday afternoon, hundreds of entertainment industry members gathered in Curran Theatre (San Diego, CA) for a private memorial celebrating the life of the late Robin Williams.

Patrick Page Talks Creating 'Frollo' Onstage in 'HUNCHBACK' at La Jolla
by BWW News Desk - Sep 27, 2014

D23 spoke with star of La Jolla Playhouse's upcoming produciton of THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME, Patrick Page, about why he was drawn to the project and the role of 'Frollo' and what to expect from the premiere. Scroll down for some excerpts from the interview!

La Jolla Playhouse Adds Extra Week of Performances to THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME
by BWW News Desk - Sep 26, 2014

Due to popular demand, La Jolla Playhouse announces a week-long extension for its U.S. premiere production of The Hunchback of Notre Dame, featuring a score by the multiple Academy, Grammy and Tony Award-winning team of composer Alan Menken (Newsies, Little Shop of Horrors) and lyricist Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Pippin), book by Peter Parnell (The West Wing, On a Clear Day You Can See Forever) and direction by Scott Schwartz (Playhouse's Jane Eyre, Broadway's Golda's Balcony). Produced in association with Paper Mill Playhouse, by special arrangement with Disney Theatrical Productions, The Hunchback of Notre Dame will now run October 26 - December 14, 2014 in the Playhouse's Mandell Weiss Theatre.

Tony Pace to Bring UP ON THE ROOF to Centenary Stage for Kutz Theatre Series
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 23, 2014

It's been said that if you take Andrea Bocelli, Sammy Davis Jr., and Billy Crystal and put them together you get Tony Pace. Running October 23rd through October 26th as part of the Kutz Theatre Series at Centenary Stage Company, his one-man, semi-autobiographical show, dubbed 'Up on the Roof' combines musical-comedy, stand-up, and impressions to create a wonderfully entertaining and interactive package that recalls legendary entertainers such as Sammy Davis Jr. and Danny Kaye.

VIDEO: Sofia Vergara Lip Flips with Jimmy Fallon on TONIGHT
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 23, 2014

Inspired by Billy Crystal's fun lip flip bit the week before, Sofia Vergara stopped by last night's TONIGHT SHOW to swap mouths with Jimmy and have a bilingual chat and duet Gloria Estefan's 'Conga.'

VIDEO: Billy Crystal Pays Tribute to Robin Williams, Talks New Book on THE VIEW
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 22, 2014

Whoopi and Billy Crystal talk about 'Comic Relief' and pay tribute to Robin Williams. Later, Crystal talks about his new book, 'Still Foolin em.' Check out clips below!

Public Theater Extends Bridget Everett's ROCK BOTTOM Through 10/16
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 19, 2014

Due to popular demand, The Public Theater has extended Bridget Everett's critically acclaimed ROCK BOTTOM at Joe's Pub to Thursday, October 16. Created by Bridget Everett, Marc Shaiman, Scott Wittman, Adam 'Ad-Rock' Horovitz, and Matt Ray, and directed by Scott Wittman, this shockingly funny and moving new show began performances on September 9 and was originally slated to close on October 11. ROCK BOTTOM was originally commissioned as part of the Joe's Pub 2013 New York Voices series.

VIDEO: Billy Crystal & Jimmy Fallon Pay Tribute to Robin Williams on TONIGHT SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 19, 2014

On last night's TONIGHT SHOW, guest Billy Crystal talked about his tribute to his best friend, Robin Williams, and Billy and Jimmy trade their favorite Robin stories.

United Solo to Kick Off Fifth Season in New York, Featuring 130 Productions, 9/18-11/23
by BWW News Desk - Sep 18, 2014

Theatre Row on New York's famous 42nd Street is home to the world's largest solo theatre festival, United Solo. Its fifth season takes place tomorrow, September 18 - November 23, 2014 and features 130 productions from around the world in categories including drama, comedy, stand-up, mime, improv, musical, and many more.

Production Underway for New USA Series COMPLICATIONS, Starring Jason O'Mara
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 17, 2014

USA Network today announced the start of production on its new high-octane original drama, COMPLICATIONS, which began shooting this week in Atlanta, Georgia.

VIDEO: Billy Crystal Talks Emmy Tribute to Robin Williams: 'It's the Hardest Thing I've Ever Had to Do'
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 16, 2014

Billy Crystal sat down with TODAY's Matt Lauer for an exclusive interview this morning and revealed that paying tribute to his longtime friend Robin Williams at this year's Emmy Awards was one of the most difficult things he ever had to do.

Jerry Seinfeld Finds 'Hearbreaking' Text; Remembers Joan Rivers
by BWW News Desk - Sep 16, 2014

Jerry Seinfeld shared a tribute to Joan Rivers today on the COMEDIANS IN CARS GETTING COFFEE Facebook page after discovering the legendary comedienne had agreed to appear on his show.

Kristin Chenoweth Performs Tribute to Joan Rivers on Season Premiere of THE VIEW
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 15, 2014

Broadway star Kristin Chenoweth paid tribute to late comic Joan Rivers with a performance of 'Borrowed Angels,' on today's season premiere of ABC's THE VIEW.

Neil Patrick Harris, Billy Crystal & More Set for THE VIEW Premiere Week
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 13, 2014

With our renovation complete and our new panel in place, we've certainly set the stage for the most highly anticipated season of ABC's 'The View.'

Fran Drescher Ties the Knot in Intimate Weekend Ceremony!
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 8, 2014

Fran Drescher, who recently made her Broadway debut as Cinderella's stepmother Madame in RODGERS + HAMMERSTEIN's CINDERELLA, wed Dr. Shiva Ayyadurai at the couple's beach home over the weekend.

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