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Date of Death: September 09, 1997 (88)

Birth Place: Cleveland, OH, USA

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Interview: Dylan Brody of THINKING ALLOWED
by Jeanmarie Simpson - Apr 17, 2024


For decades, the multiple award-winning storyteller, humorist, playwright, and bestselling author, Dylan Brody, has honed his unique voice, blending insightful observations with sharp wit and a touch of the absurd to earn him a devoted following and the respect of comedic legends including the late Robin Williams and George Carlin.

ROCKY I-IV 4K 4-Film Collection Arrives on 4K Ultra HD This Month
by Michael Major - Feb 6, 2023


The Ultra HD Blu-ray disc featuring the films ROCKY, ROCKY II, ROCKY III, ROCKY IV and the ROCKY IV Ultimate Director’s Cut, ROCKY VS. DRAGO will feature Dolby VisionTM HDR that dramatically expands the color palette and contrast range and uses dynamic metadata to automatically optimize the picture for every screen, frame by frame.

Review: GRUMPY OLD MEN: THE MUSICAL at Elmont Library Theatre
by Nicholas Pontolillo - Dec 3, 2022


What did our critic think of GRUMPY OLD MEN: THE MUSICAL at Elmont Library Theatre?

Theatre 40 Presents MAJOR REWRITE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2021


Theatre Forty will present a reading of a new comedy by Michael Halperin, Major Rewrite, on Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. PST via Zoom. The narrative is based on true events. In 1956 a constellation of charismatic stage and motion picture stars gather for an out-of-town performance of George Bernard Shaw's Major Barbara.

The Music of ROCKY and LEGALLY BLONDE to Be Performed in a Live Concert Series
by Stephi Wild - Sep 28, 2020


The music from the films Rocky and Legally Blonde are set to be the subject of new touring concert series from MGM and TCG Entertainment.

Sylvester Stallone To Host Free ROCKY Livestream
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 21, 2020


Sylvester Stallone to host free livestream of the Academy-Award winning film on MGM's Studio's Facebook page.

Burgess Meredith's 1960 Special Tony Award For Directing A THURBER CARNIVAL Will Be Auctioned
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2020


Rocky actor Burgess Meredith's Special 1960 Tony Award for Directing a 'Thurber Carnival' will be auctioned by Nate D. Sanders Auctions on January 30, 2020.

Photo Flashback: Remembering Jerry Herman
by Walter McBride - Dec 29, 2019


Earlier this week, BroadwayWorld was deeply saddened to report that legendary Tony Award winning composer and lyricist Jerry Herman has passed away. Today, we're remembering Herman with a look back at some photos from our archives. Check them out below!

Frankie Avalon Makes Rare Valley Appearance At The Soraya At CSUN
by Stephi Wild - Oct 26, 2019


The Younes and Soraya Nazarian Center for the Performing Arts (The Soraya) presents Frankie Avalon in concert on Thursday, November 21 at 8:00pm. The original a?oeTeenage Idola?? (and a?oeTeen Angela?? in Grease), Frankie Avalon comes to the Valley for the very first time, bringing a feel-good evening of pop favorites to The Soraya a?" with music and stories of his long career in show business.

Photo Flashback: Inside the 1982 Theatre Hall Of Fame Awards
by Walter McBride - Jan 21, 2019


Theatre Hall Of Fame Awards held on March 28, 1982 at the Uris Theater, now called the Gershwin Theater, New York City.

Photo Flashback: Remembering the Great Carol Channing
by Walter McBride - Jan 18, 2019


As BroadwayWorld sadly reported earlier this week, the legendary Carol Channing. Channing died at 12:31am on Tuesday, January 15th, 2019, at home in Rancho Mirage, CA of natural causes.

Meet the Cast of THE FERRYMAN- Now in Previews!
by Julie Musbach - Oct 2, 2018


The Ferryman has come to Broadway hot off its acclaimed West End run. Get to know the cast below as they begin Broadway performances!

CBS All Access Unveils Executive Producers Jordan Peele and Simon Kinberg's Favorite Classic Episodes of 'The Twilight Zone' in Anticipation of New Series
by Tori Hartshorn - Jul 23, 2018


In a marathon screening of episodes from the original 'The Twilight Zone' at Comic-Con International, CBS All Access will introduce fans to the favorite classic episodes of Jordan Peele and Simon Kinberg, executive producers of the highly anticipated new series coming exclusively to CBS All Access in 2019.

Photo Flashback: The Best of Times! Celebrating Jerry Herman's 78th Birthday!
by Walter McBride - Jul 20, 2018


In today's photo flashback, we're attending the star-studded 78th birthday celebration of legendary composer, Jerry Herman! Check out some throwback photos from the evening below!

Park Theatre to Host NEW YEAR'S DAY BRUNCH WITH FRED with River Street Theatre Preview
by BWW News Desk - Dec 27, 2016


The Park Theatre is partnering with Sunflowers Cafe in Jaffrey for "New Year's Day Brunch with Fred." The film portion of the event will be presented at a private "sneak preview" of the new River Street Theatre, a project of The Park Theatre.

Austin Pendleton to Direct Michael Weller's JERICHO Reading at Abingdon
by BWW News Desk - Dec 2, 2016


Abingdon Theatre Company continues its Ghostlight Reading Series with JERICHO by Michael Weller on Monday, December 19 at 7pm. The reading is free and open to the public at Abingdon Theatre Company's June Havoc Theatre (312 West 36th Street). Austin Pendleton is set to direct.

Costa Mesa Playhouse Will Open 52nd Season with OF MICE AND MEN
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 9, 2016


The Costa Mesa Playhouse presents the first production of its 52nd season, John Steinbeck's "Of Mice and Men," running July 29 through August 21, 2016.

HUGHIE, Starring Forest Whitaker, to Close This Month at Broadway's Booth Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Mar 3, 2016


BroadwayWorld has confirmed that Eugene O'Neill's Hughie, starring Forest Whitaker in his Broadway debut, will continue for three more three weeks, with its final performance at Broadway's Booth Theatre (222 West 45 Street) slated for Sunday, March 27, 2016.

VIDEO: HUGHIE's Forest Whitaker Says Broadway Debut Has Been a 'Vulnerable' Experience
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 26, 2016


On today's LIVE with Kelly and Michael's a special Pre-Oscar celebration, Academy Award winner Forest Whitaker talked about making his Broadway debut in the revival of Eugene O'Neill's HUGHIE

Broadway Revival of HUGHIE, Starring Forest Whitaker, Opens Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 25, 2016


The highly anticipated Broadway revival of Eugene O'Neill's HUGHIE starring Academy Award winner, Golden Globe Award winner & BAFTA winner Forest Whitaker (The Last King of Scotland, The Butler, Southpaw) and Tony Award winner Frank Wood (Side Man, Angels In America, Clybourne Park), officially opens tonight, February 25, 2016, at Broadway's Booth Theatre (222 West 45 Street).

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