Jack Hanna News

From 'Defying Gravity' to a year in space without gravity, Mayo Performing Arts Center's 2016-2017 season is definitely going to new heights.

After fifteen years performing together around the world and carrying on the family's musical traditions, The von Trapps; Sofia, Melanie, Amanda and August, are closing this chapter in their lives as full-time musicians to pursue individual dreams and interests.

On last night's LATE LATE SHOW, after greeting Betty White, James got scolded for not living up to his promise to shave before the next time they met.

On last night's LATE LATE SHOW, Julianne Moore, John Stamos and James Corden acted out a soap opera break-up set to Taylor Swift lyrics in 'The Bold and The Lyrical.'

 Junie B. Jones - The Musical opens Friday, September 18th and runs through Sunday, October 18th, and is an all ages show.  Tickets can be purchased by visiting www.stagestheatre.org for performance dates and times, or by calling the Box Office at (952) 979-1111, option 4,

Stages Theatre Company is thrilled to announce the cast for JUNIE B. JONES THE MUSICAL. This marks the first production of the 2015-2016 Season - A Season of Believing! JUNIE B. JONES THE MUSICAL runs September 18 - October 18, 2015.

Come sneak a peek into the 'Top-Secret Personal Beeswax Journal' of the sassy and lovable Junie B. Jones! This delightful, fun-filled musical kicks off our season just as school kicks off this fall. No one believes in herself quite like Junie B! Join her as she takes on best pal problems, new kids on the bus, trouble reading the blackboard, a friendly cafeteria lady and a kickball tournament. Based on four of Barbara Park's best-selling books, this charming musical will capture your heart just as the book series has captivated readers for over two decades!

Stages Theatre Company is thrilled to announce the cast for JUNIE B. JONES THE MUSICAL. This marks the first production of the 2015-2016 Season - A Season of Believing! JUNIE B. JONES THE MUSICAL runs September 18 - October 18, 2015.

With his unmistakable tenor voice, legendary songwriting skills and bass guitar chops to boot, Chicago frontman and solo star Peter Cetera defines an entire era of American rock music.

As part of David Letterman's send-off from THE LATE SHOW, Ray Romano will be hosting a special tribute show airing on CBS on May 4th.

As David Letterman approaches his final broadcast of the LATE SHOW with DAVID LETTERMAN on Wednesday, May 20, he has amassed an impressive tally of milestones throughout his more than three decades in broadcasting.

Christopher Kimball, star of the popular television show America's Test Kitchen, brings an informative and lively look at the PBS program to The VETS in Providence tonight, March 4th, 2015 at 8:00pm.

America's most beloved animal expert, Jack Hanna, brings his three-time Emmy Award-winning television series to the stage with Into the Wild Live! at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on December 28. Tickets are priced from $15-$52 and can be purchased by visiting VanWezel.org, the Box Office, or by calling 941-953-3368.

SPANK! The Fifty Shades Parody is the hilarious new comedy that brings all the naughty fun of the best-selling book to life. Your inner goddess will be laughing out loud with this clever re-imagining of the characters as they come alive with hysterical comedy, musical numbers, steamy performances from the leading hunk in the grey tie, plus lots of surprises!

Once again crowned as the No. 1 Performing Arts Hall of its size in North America (Venues Today, 2000 seat category), the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is proud to announce a new season bustling with fresh talent and seasoned stars, with every performance delivering a dose of extraordinary. Single tickets go on sale this coming Saturday, September 13 at 10 AM at the Box Office, online, and by phone. Appointments are available for ticket buyers by calling the Box Office at 941-953-3368.

Christopher Kimball, star of the popular television show America's Test Kitchen, brings an informative and lively look at the PBS program to The VETS in Providence on Wednesday, March 4th, 2015 at 8:00pm.

SPANK! The Fifty Shades Parody is the hilarious new comedy that brings all the naughty fun of the best-selling book to life. Your inner goddess will be laughing out loud with this clever re-imagining of the characters as they come alive with hysterical comedy, musical numbers, steamy performances from the leading hunk in the grey tie, plus lots of surprises!

Tonight was the 41st Annual Daytime Emmy Awards and the winners have been announced. It was a big night for The Young and the Restless, which took home 6 Emmys. CBS also managed to take home 8.

On Friday, June 20th, the brightest stars of televisions below the line talent in Daytime gathered at the Bonaventure Hotel in Los Angeles to honor their own at the 41st Daytime Creative Arts EMMY Awards. Although many of the individuals associated with nominated projects may not have been household names, there were many recognizable personalities such as Ron Howard, George Lucas, Leeza Gibbons, Jack Hanna and even Cookie Monster (David Rudman). On hand to disperse awards to over 50 categories were such noted performers as Melody Thomas Scott, George Chakiris, Ashley Tisdale, Lauralee Bell and June Lockhart, who has started her 81st year as a paid actress that included her role of Maria Ramirez on General Hospital for many years. Scroll down for photos from the event!