Ford's Theatre Society will host its annual gala on Sunday, June 22, 2014, at Ford's Theatre (511 10th Street NW) followed by a seated dinner at the National Portrait Gallery and Smithsonian American Art Museum (750 Ninth Street NW). The evening includes the presentation of Lincoln Medals to actor James Earl Jones and the U.S. House of Representatives' longest-serving member, The Honorable John D. Dingell, whose extraordinary character, service, accomplishments and work reflect Lincoln's legacy of humanity, wisdom, eloquence and vision.
Music Theatre International (MTI) and iTheatrics recently joined First Lady Michelle Obama at the White House to support The President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities' (PCAH) successful Turnaround Arts initiative, a program designed to help turn around low-performing schools, narrow the achievement gap, and increase student engagement through the arts. The program was celebrated at the White House with a special showcase of various schools from around the country who have benefitted from the initiative.
Yesterday Julianne Moore hosted an afternoon tea in honor of Tony nominee LaTanya Richardson Jackson, currently starring as Lena Younger in A RAISIN IN THE SUN. Held at Lady Mendl's at the Inn at Irving Place, an impressive group of women from theatre, film and television, including LaTanya's fellow Tony nominated costars Sophie Okonedo and Anika Noni Rose, gathered to salute LaTanya. Although she was unable to attend, First Lady Michelle Obama did send a note which was read aloud by Julianne Moore after Ms. Moore made a toast to LaTanya. Samuel L. Jackson and Bart Freundlich crashed the party to enjoy the afternoon with their wives.
Ellen had a cocktail at the ready to loosen up today's guest Diane Keaton, but the iconic actress needed no help. Check out this revealing interview that's already an Ellen Show classic
The creator of 'Family Guy', Seth MacFarlane stops by today's ELLEN and brought his beautiful co-star Charlize Theron to tell Ellen about their exciting new movie, 'A Million Ways to Die in the West.'
The last time actress Halle Berry appeared on ELLEN, the host scared the her half to death! She's not falling for anything this time. Check out clips from today's appearance!
Seyfried tells Ellen about a recent challenge she had on-set of her new film 'A Million Ways to Die in the West' with Neil Patrick Harris' fake mustache.
Actress Allison Janney stops by today's ELLEN and opens up to the host about her journey to find a mate. She even wound up with some prospects in the audience!
They have a new movie together, 'Blended', and a few new children as well! Actors Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore gave Ellen the update on their families and newest project.
Rapper and actor Ludacris stops by today's ELLEN and talks about moving forward with the story of the film series FAST AND FURIOUS without their co-star, Paul Walker.
Keith Urban has a knack for working words into his 'American Idol' banter. Find out what Ellen is challenging him to say when he stops by today's show!
It's a Hollywood secret that's finally gone public! Mila Kunis stops by today's ELLEN and talks to the host about her pregnancy and engagement to Ashton Kutcher.
