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Richard Maltby, Jr. to Direct Star-Studded Cast for DTC's AIN'T MISBEHAVIN', 4/2-27
by BWW News Desk - Mar 17, 2014


Delaware Theatre Company will close its 35th season with the 35th anniversary of the hit musical AIN'T MISBEHAVIN', conceived by Richard Maltby, Jr. and Murray Horwitz. Delaware Theatre Company's production will be directed by original Broadway director and co-creator Richard Maltby, Jr. and feature his own handpicked cast alongside the original designs from the 1978 Tony Award-winning production.

Melissa Leo Will Host 2-Day Acting Workshop in New York this May
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 17, 2014


This will be an abolutely unique opportunity to develop your skills in Acting Techinques with one of the best actresses in activity. You will have an educational experience of excellence in a small and intimate group of only 25 participants maximum, with no less than Oscar winning actress Melissa Leo one of the most in demand actresses in the world right now, Winner of an Oscar for her performance on 'The Fighter' Melissa will surely be one of the great actresses of our time, and is step by step also becoming one of the most awarded actresses in activity.

Public Theater's Steven Soderbergh-Helmed THE LIBRARY with Chloe Grace Moretz Begins Previews 3/25
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 14, 2014


The Public Theater will begin previews for the world premiere of THE LIBRARY on Tuesday, March 25, written by award-winning writer Scott Z. Burns. Directed by Academy Award winner Steven Soderbergh, THE LIBRARY will run through Sunday, April 27, in The Public's Newman Theater, with an official press opening on Tuesday, April 15.

Sophie Okonedo & David Morse to Join Maggie Grace in CBS' Wall Street Drama
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 13, 2014


According to The Hollywood Repoter, Sophie Okonedo, currently starring in the Broadway revival of A RAISIN IN THE SUN with Denzel Washington, and David Morse have signed on to join Maggie Grace and Charlie Cox in CBS' upcoming Wall Street drama from JUSTIFIED writers Taylor Elmore and Ben Cavell.

Crossroads Extends LIFT Through 4/25
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 11, 2014


Two strangers trapped in an elevator have a fateful encounter in Lift, a suspenseful new drama by award-winning writer Walter Mosley, premiering at Crossroads Theatre Company, 7 Livingston Ave., April 10-25.

A RAISIN IN THE SUN Broadway Revival with Denzel Washington Begins Previews Tonight!
by Courtnie Mele - Mar 8, 2014


Previews begin tonight, Saturday, March 8, at 8pm for the return to Broadway of Tony Award-winner and two-time Academy Award-winner Denzel Washington starring as Walter Lee Younger in Lorraine Hansberry's A RAISIN IN THE SUN. This new production begins previews nearly 55 years to the day that A RAISIN IN THE SUN had its Broadway premiere (March 11, 1959) at the same theatre, the Ethel Barrymore Theatre (243 West 47th Street). Opening night for A RAISIN IN THE SUN is Thursday, April 3 at 6:45pm. The 14-week limited engagement runs through Sunday, June 15.

'Always Something Left to Love...' Meet the Full Company of A RAISIN IN THE SUN, Beginning Tomorrow on Broadway!
by Meet the Cast - Mar 7, 2014


Previews begin tomorrow night, Saturday, March 8, for the return to Broadway of Tony Award-winner and two-time Academy Award-winner Denzel Washington, starring as Walter Lee Younger in Lorraine Hansberry's A RAISIN IN THE SUN. This new production begins previews nearly 55 years to the day that A RAISIN IN THE SUN had its Broadway premiere (March 11, 1959) at the same theatre, the Ethel Barrymore Theatre (243 West 47th Street). Scroll down to learn more about the cast!

A RAISIN IN THE SUN Broadway Revival with Denzel Washington Begins Previews Tomorrow
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 7, 2014


Previews begin tomorrow night, Saturday, March 8, at 8pm for the return to Broadway of Tony Award-winner and two-time Academy Award-winner Denzel Washington starring as Walter Lee Younger in Lorraine Hansberry's A RAISIN IN THE SUN. This new production begins previews nearly 55 years to the day that A RAISIN IN THE SUN had its Broadway premiere (March 11, 1959) at the same theatre, the Ethel Barrymore Theatre (243 West 47th Street). Opening night for A RAISIN IN THE SUN is Thursday, April 3 at 6:45pm. The 14-week limited engagement runs through Sunday, June 15.

Idris Elba to Voice Shere Khan in Disney's Live Action 'JUNGLE BOOK' Adaptation
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 6, 2014


The film, directed by Jon Favreau, is based on the Kipling classic, which follows an orphaned boy who was raised by wolves and other animals. The animals act as protectors for the boy from the evil tiger Shere Khan (Elba).

Walter Mosley's LIFT to Run 4/10-24 at Crossroads Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 6, 2014


Two strangers trapped in an elevator have a fateful encounter in Lift, a suspenseful new drama by award-winning writer Walter Mosley, premiering at Crossroads Theatre Company, 7 Livingston Ave., April 10-24.

LATE BUS TO MECCA & EVERY GOODBYE AIN'T GONE to Play Studio Theatre, 3/28-4/6
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 5, 2014


Two classic African American plays - Late Bus To Mecca and Every Goodbye Ain't Gone are returning to the stage in a new and unique off-Broadway production at The Studio Theatre (410 West 42nd Street) in New York's Theatre District. With a limited run from Friday, March 28 through Sunday, April 6 2014, Late Bus To Mecca and Every Goodbye Ain't Gone are being produced by Lauren M. Smith and Michael Sonnenberg, and directed by Marishka S. Phillips.

VIDEO: Denzel Washington Talks A RAISIN IN THE SUN on 'Fallon'
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 3, 2014


The actor stopped by THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON to talk about his latest project.

6th Annual National August Wilson Monologue Competition Highlighting High School Students Set for 5/5
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 3, 2014


Jujamcyn Theaters and True Colors Theatre Company have announced the 6th Annual August Wilson Monologue Competition will take place on Monday, May 5th at 7:00 p.m. at the August Wilson Theatre (245 West 52nd Street). The event, which is free and open to the public, features high school students from Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, Pittsburgh and Seattle performing monologues by the late, legendary American playwright.

NBC's PARENTHOOD Grows 81% in L+7 Tims Shifting Ratings
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 28, 2014


L+7 Time-Shifting: The previous “Parenthood” grew by 81% or more than a full rating point in 18-49 going from L+SD to L+7 ratings (to a 2.33 from a 1.29).

NBC's JIMMY FALLON Up 40% vs. Leno's Thursday 'Tonight' Average
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 28, 2014


“The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” continues to deliver strong ratings , averaging a 3.5 rating, 9 share in household results from the 56 markets metered by Nielsen Media Research

In the Spotlight Series: The Company of A RAISIN IN THE SUN
by Walter McBride - Feb 28, 2014


The upcoming Broadway revival of Lorraine Hansberry's A Raisin in the Sun, directed by Kenny Leon, and starring Denzel Washington and LaTanya Richardson Jackson, begins performances Saturday evening, March 8 at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre (247 West 47 Street). Opening night is Thursday, April 3. The 14-week limited engagement run is scheduled through Sunday, June 15. Below you can check out photos of the company in the BroadwayWorld.com series 'In The Spotlight' by acclaimed photographer Walter McBride!

Madame Tussauds Hollywood Revealed Anne Hathaway Wax Figure
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 28, 2014


To celebrate Oscars weekend, Madame Tussauds Hollywood unveiled the brand new Anne Hathaway wax figure for its world premiere at the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce's 2014 Awards Media Center.

NBC's CHICAGO P.D. Scores Record Ratings
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 27, 2014


From 10:01-11 p.m. ET, “Chicago P.D.” (2.2/7 in 18-49, 8.0 million viewers overall) has set a series record in 18-49 and delivered its best total-viewer result since the show's Jan. 8 debut.

NBC Late-Night Lineup Continues to Deliver Strong Results
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 27, 2014


“The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” delivered night-to-night ratings growth, averaging a 4.2 rating, 11 share in household results from the 56 markets metered by Nielsen Media Research

Tamala Jones, Margaret O'Brien, Edward Saxon and More Set for 2014 HOLLYWOOD NETWORKING BREAKFAST Today
by BWW News Desk - Feb 27, 2014


Cast your pre-Oscar ballot along with Academy Award winners to win prizes and perks at Raleigh Studios during the Hollywood Networking Breakfast today, February 27th, 2014 from 8 to 10:30 a.m. Raleigh Studios' Chaplin Theater is located at 5300 Melrose Avenue, Hollywood, Calif.

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