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Following critical acclaim at the Savoy Theatre, the Chichester Festival Theatre revival of Guys and Dolls will transfer to the Phoenix Theatre whilst simultaneously touring the UK from March 2016. T

Distinguished comedians and musicians will unite for the ninth annual Stand Up for Heroes event at The Theater at Madison Square Garden, tonight, Nov. 10. Chris Botti, Seth Meyers, John Oliver, Ray Romano, Bruce Springsteen, Jon Stewart, and other surprise guests will take the stage to perform for an audience that includes some of the brave military men and women who have served this country, to raise awareness and funds to support the Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF).

New York (September 15, 2015) — Distinguished comedians and musicians will unite for the ninth annual Stand Up for Heroes event at The Theater at Madison Square Garden, Tuesday, Nov. 10. Chris Botti, Seth Meyers, John Oliver, Ray Romano, Bruce Springsteen, Jon Stewart, and other surprise guests will take the stage to perform for an audience that includes some of the brave military men and women who have served this country, to raise awareness and funds to support the Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF).

The Hollywood Fringe Festival's 2015 season includes the world premiere of POP! THE MUSICAL, an '80s themed musical with an exciting original score from the Los Angeles based writing duo of twin brothers Geoffrey and Sam Rose (aka Roze Broze) and directed by award winning director Barry Pearl, most familiar to worldwide audiences for portraying 'Doody' in Paramount's now cult classic film "Grease."

The Hollywood Fringe Festival's 2015 season includes the world premiere of POP! THE MUSICAL, an '80s themed musical with an exciting original score from the Los Angeles based writing duo of twin brothers Geoffrey and Sam Rose (aka Roze Broze) and directed by award winning director Barry Pearl, most familiar to worldwide audiences for portraying 'Doody' in Paramount's now cult classic film “Grease.”

The hit AMC drama Mad Men dramatizes the alluring, and very real world of Madison Avenue advertising, and the agencies of the 1960s that branded not just products but a modern sensibility. Here is a chance to hear from some of the real executives and creators who lived through -- and shaped -- the industry. THE REAL MAD MEN panel discussion will feature the leading creatores and executives of the 'Mad Men' era, accompanied by commercials and ad campaigns from the time.

The hit AMC drama Mad Men dramatizes the alluring, and very real world of Madison Avenue advertising, and the agencies of the 1960s that branded not just products but a modern sensibility. Here is a chance to hear from some of the real executives and creators who lived through -- and shaped -- the industry. THE REAL MAD MEN panel discussion will feature the leading creatores and executives of the 'Mad Men' era, accompanied by commercials and ad campaigns from the time.

With 52 weeks full of sunny days, miles of coastline and residents who show off their fit physiques in swimsuits, shorts and tanks on bicycles, skateboards, and scooters, Miami Beach is a health-conscious urban center and residents take their exercise and food very seriously. It's no wonder there are so many healthy, organic, vegan and natural food restaurant options throughout the city. From whole foods to sustainable fare, from meat lovers to vegans, there are an abundance of eateries to choose from whether you're a health food devotee or just want to sample delicious meals in the land of beautiful people.

Landmark on Main Street is pleased to announce the appointment of Port Washington resident Laura Mogul as the new Executive Director of Landmark on Main Street, Inc., effective February 17.

The Board of Trustees of the Cleveland Museum of Art (CMA) announced today that David Franklin has resigned his position as Director, effective immediately. Dr. Franklin had been the Director of the CMA since September, 2010 and will be retained as a consultant for a period of time in order to insure an orderly transition.

Ellen Stone has been promoted to Executive Vice President, Marketing, it was announced today by Frances Berwick, President, Bravo and Style Media to whom she reports. Stone was previously Senior Vice President of Marketing for the network.

Ellen Stone has been promoted to Executive Vice President, Marketing, it was announced today by Frances Berwick, President, Bravo and Style Media to whom she reports. Stone was previously Senior Vice President of Marketing for the network.

Mike Rosen has been appointed Executive Vice President of Ad Sales & Integrated Marketing, Telemundo Media. Rosen, who joins Telemundo from Starcom MediaVest Group will be based in New York and report to Jacqueline Hernandez, Chief Operating Officer. He will be responsible for leading the network, cable and digital sales teams of Telemundo and mun2 overseeing all ad revenue generation, including Telemundo Media cross-platform sales initiatives and multiplatform integrated marketing solutions. Rosen joins on the heels of Telemundo's best Upfront season ever, with nearly 20% growth year-over-year and more than 15 new advertisers added. Telemundo is part of the NBCUniversal portfolio of assets, the largest in the industry.

Hearst Magazines and HGTV, partners in HGTV Magazine, today announced that the new home lifestyle publication will officially launch with a June/July issue, available on newsstands in mid-May, followed by three more issues in 2012.

Dulaang UP's RIZAL X's head writer Katte Sabate, and composer and lyricist William Elvin Manzano have just formed a new theater group called Dulaang Kalay whose inaugural offering is an original play titled 'Series Finale: Saan Hahantong ang Tagpong Ito?', a satirical look at Filipinos' incurable obsession toward soap operas.

Theatrical advertising giant Frank 'Fraver' Verlizzo announced that he is launching FraverDesign. A new concept in theatrical advertising, FraverDesign will offer theatre producers the opportunity to obtain vital advertising 'creative' and create the 'key art' for their shows, either in conjunction with an advertising agency, or in the very early stages of production before an agency is brought on board.

Theatrical advertising giant Frank 'Fraver' Verlizzo is offering theater fans a never-before-seen glimpse into his world with the launch of a new website, Fraver.com.

Variety is reporting that two-time Tony Winner Donna Murphy has landed a recurring role on the TNT series TRUST ME. In 1994, she won the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical for her performance as Fosca in Stephen Sondheim's and James Lapine's Passion. In 1996, she appeared as Anna Leonowens in the Broadway revival of The King and I alongside Lou Diamond Philips. The role earned her another Tony for Best Actress in a Musical.She also appeared in a revival of Wonderful Town (from 2003 to 2005) and in Lovemusik (2007) as Lotte Lenya, opposite fellow Tony winner Michael Cerveris as Kurt Weill. She also appeared in the recent presentation of Follies by Encores and in the BC/EFA Benefit concert of Pamela's First Musical. Murphy's recent film roles include The Nanny Diaries as Scarlett Johansson's mother and Spider-Man 2 as Rosalie Octavius, wife of Dr. Otto Octavius, the movie's villain. Murphy is perhaps best known to film viewers for her role as Anij in Star Trek: Insurrection (1998) as the love interest of Captain Jean-Luc Picard.

The 2008 New York Comedy Festival(NYCF) and The Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF) unite to present the second annual Stand Up For Heroes: A Benefit for the Bob Woodruff Foundation at Town Hall in New York City at 8:00 PM on Wednesday, November 5. Regis Philbin will host Stand Up For Heroes, which will feature star performances by Ricky Gervais, John Pinette, Bruce Springsteen,and Patti Scialfa. Both Whoopi Goldberg and James Niven of Sotheby's will make a special appearance as the guest auctioneers. In honor of the United States' injured service members, the evening promises unforgettable performances, laughter, and sincere gratitude, with proceeds going to the BWF.

The New York Comedy Festival (NYCF) and the Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF) unite to present the second annual Stand Up for Heroes: A Benefit for the Bob Woodruff Foundation at Town Hall in New York City at 8:00 PM on Wednesday, November 5.