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DreamWorks Moves KUNG FU PANDA 3 to 2016
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 11, 2014


According to Variety, DreamWorks has moved KUNG FU PANDA 3 from its original 2015 release - to allow more room for STAR WARS: EPISODE VII to breathe at the box office.

Comedy Central to Premiere 5th Season of WORKAHOLICS, 1/14
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 4, 2014


Coworkers and roommates "Adam," "Blake" and "Ders" have returned to work and are ready to party! The super-fresh Comedy Central® hit scripted series "Workaholics" kicks off its fifth season

Sundance Institute Announces Selections for 2015 U.S. and World Competitions, NEXT and More
by Movies News Desk - Dec 3, 2014


Sundance Institute announced today the films selected for the U.S. and World Cinema Dramatic and Documentary Competitions and the out-of-competition NEXT <=> section of the 2015 Sundance Film Festival, January 22 to February 1 in Park City, Salt Lake City, Ogden and Sundance, Utah. The Festival is the centerpiece of the year-round public programs for the Institute, which also hosts 24 residency labs and grants more than $2.5 million to independent artists each year.

Bruntwood Prize For Playwriting 2015 Sets Judging Panel
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 28, 2014


The 2015 Bruntwood Prize for Playwriting today announced its judging panel ahead of this year's official launch on 29 January 2015, which will also mark the Prize's 10th anniversary. The competition, a unique partnership between the Royal Exchange Theatre and property company Bruntwood, will accept entries from 30 January 2015.

HBO Announces Encore Broadcasts of THE CONCERT FOR VALOR
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 14, 2014


HBO announces additional opportunities to see THE CONCERT FOR VALOR, the special honoring the courage and sacrifice of America's veterans and their families on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., which was presented live on HBO on Veterans Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11.

21 YEARS: RICHARD LINKLATER Partners with Yekra to Fundraise for the Austin Film Society, Now thru 11/30
by Movies News Desk - Nov 14, 2014


Gravitas Ventures announced that it is launching an initiative with streaming distribution platform Yekra to benefit the Austin Film Society (AFS), a non-profit organization founded by filmmaker Richard Linklater. All digital downloads of 21 YEARS: RICHARD LINKLATER purchased from the AFS website (www.austinfilm.org) benefit the Austin Film Society's artistic programs. In addition, AFS will exclusively host Yekra's download of 21 YEARS: RICHARD LINKLATER between today, November 14th and November 30th.

The CW Announces 2014 Holiday Highlights
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 12, 2014


The following are highlights of The CW's Holiday episodes and specials

Grammy Winning Zac Brown Band Release First Ever Anthology 'GREATEST HITS SO FAR...' Out Today
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 10, 2014


Southern Ground and Atlantic Records have announced the release of Zac Brown Band's first ever career anthology, 'GREATEST HITS SO FAR...' The 14-track collection is available everywhere today.

Sports Legend and Broadcaster TERRY BRADSHAW to Be Honored at Friars Club ESPN Sports Roast
by Casey Judge - Nov 3, 2014


Hall of Famer, NFL quarterback and FOX NFL SUNDAY commentator, Terry Bradshaw, will get the full Friars comedy treatment as guest of honor at the next Friars Club Roast on Thursday, January 29, 2015 at a luncheon at the Arizona Biltmore Hotel, in Phoenix, AZ. Taped excerpts from the event, which will take place during the week of the Super Bowl, will premiere on ESPN2 in an hour-long special before the Super Bowl, on Friday, January 30th from 8p-9p ET.

THE CONCERT FOR VALOR to Be Delivered Vis Multiple Distribution Channels
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 28, 2014


THE CONCERT FOR VALOR, a first-of-its kind concert on Veterans Day to honor the courage and sacrifice of American's veterans and their families, will be delivered to a broad audience via multiple distribution channels, it was announced today.

Oscar Winner Jennifer Hudson Joins Line Up of HBO's THE CONCERT FOR VALOR
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 28, 2014


Jennifer Hudson has joined the music lineup of THE CONCERT FOR VALOR, the free concert to honor the courage and sacrifice of America's veterans and their families.

Comedy Central's @MIDNIGHT Announces Panelists for New York Comedy Festival, 11/3
by Christina Mancuso - Oct 27, 2014


Comedy Central's late night hit “@midnight,” produced by Funny Or Die, is heading to the Big Apple for a week's worth of shows kicking off on November 3 for the New York Comedy Festival and a stellar group of comedians are ready to face off to see who will win the internet.

VIDEO: Comedy Central's @MIDNIGHT Sets Panelists for NY Comedy Festival Shows
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 27, 2014


Comedy Central's late night hit "@midnight," produced by Funny Or Die, is heading to the Big Apple for a week's worth of shows kicking off on November 3 for the New York Comedy Festival and a stellar group of comedians are ready to face off to see who will win the internet.

21 YEARS: RICHARD LINKLATER Partners with Yekra to Fundraise for the Austin Film Society, 11/14-30
by Movies News Desk - Oct 24, 2014


Gravitas Ventures today announced that it is launching an initiative with streaming distribution platform Yekra to benefit the Austin Film Society (AFS), a non-profit organization founded by filmmaker Richard Linklater. All digital downloads of 21 YEARS: RICHARD LINKLATER purchased from the AFS website (www.austinfilm.org) benefit the Austin Film Society's artistic programs. In addition, AFS will exclusively host Yekra's download of 21 YEARS: RICHARD LINKLATER between November 14th and November 30th. Pre-orders will also be available starting October 27th.

The Black Keys, Jessie J Join THE CONCERT FOR VALOR Performance Line-Up
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 23, 2014


New additions to the live music lineup include The Black Keys and Jessie J. They will join previously announced performers Eminem, Dave Grohl, Metallica, Rihanna, Bruce Springsteen, Carrie Underwood and Zac Brown Band on stage on the National Mall.

Theatre School at DePaul University's 2014 Awards for Excellence in the Arts to be Held 11/3
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 23, 2014


The Theatre School at DePaul University will present The 2014 Awards for Excellence in the Arts gala on Monday, November 3, 2014, at the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago. The Four Seasons is located at 120 East Delaware Place. The event will begin with a 6 PM cocktail reception, followed by dinner and the awards presentation at 7 PM.

Beverly Hills Temple of the Arts at the Saban Theatre's Gala Fundraiser Raises Over $3 Million
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 22, 2014


Rabbi David Baron, Founder of the Beverly Hills Temple of the Arts at the Saban Theatre announced today, 'Three million dollars was raised at on Sunday evening, October 12, 2014 at our Inaugural Gala Fundraiser, A FABULOUS NIGHT for The Beverly Hills Performing Arts Center and the Temple of the Arts. Funds will be used to support a new Children's Screening Series for underserved kids at the Steve Tisch Cinema Center at the Saban Theatre, as well as other community projects and for the final stages of preservation, modernization and restoration of the historic Saban Theatre. Funds will also initiate a new 10,000 square foot education and entertainment complex.'

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