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Middletown Arts Center Announces February Movies At The MAC
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 9, 2024


Join us at the Middletown Arts Center this February for a lineup of classic movies including Pee-Wee's Big Adventure, Grease, and Gimme Shelter. Don't miss out on these cinematic favorites!

Sony Pictures TV to Reboot DESIGNING WOMEN
by Kaitlin Milligan - Aug 15, 2018


Sony Pictures TV is in the works to revive the classic 1990s sitcom Designing Women, according to Deadline. The series' original creator Linda Bloodworth-Thomason heading the reboot.

FROSTY RETURNS to CBS This Saturday!
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 6, 2016


The magic still in his old silk hat, the holiday season's perennially popular original dancing snowman continues his adventures and skates on the edge of danger in the animated musical special FROSTY RETURNS, to be rebroadcast Saturday, Dec. 10 (9:31-10:01 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 12/01/95.)

CBS to Rebroadcast Classic Holiday Special FROSTY RETURNS, Today
by BWW News Desk - Nov 25, 2016


The magic still in his old silk hat, the holiday season's perennially popular original dancing snowman continues his adventures and skates on the edge of danger in the animated musical special FROSTY RETURNS, to be rebroadcast Today, Nov. 25 (8:32-9:01 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

CBS to Present Musical Special FROSTY RETURNS, Today
by BWW News Desk - Nov 25, 2016


The magic still in his old silk hat, the holiday season's perennially popular original dancing snowman continues his adventures and skates on the edge of danger in the animated musical special FROSTY RETURNS, to be rebroadcast Today, Nov. 25

CBS to Rebroadcast Classic Holiday Special FROSTY RETURNS, 11/25
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 18, 2016


The magic still in his old silk hat, the holiday season's perennially popular original dancing snowman continues his adventures and skates on the edge of danger in the animated musical special FROSTY RETURNS, to be rebroadcast Friday, Nov. 25 (8:32-9:01 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

CBS to Present Musical Special FROSTY RETURNS, 11/25
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 11, 2016


The magic still in his old silk hat, the holiday season's perennially popular original dancing snowman continues his adventures and skates on the edge of danger in the animated musical special FROSTY RETURNS, to be rebroadcast Friday, Nov. 25

InDepth InterView UpDate: Jane Lynch On SEE JANE SING, GLEE Final Season, New TV Pilot ANGEL FROM HELL & More
by Pat Cerasaro - Apr 13, 2015


Today we are talking to an Emmy Award-winning stage and screen star notable for her iconic leading role on long-running musical dramedy series GLEE in addition to numerous high profile roles in films, television and Broadway - the heartfelt and hilarious Jane Lynch. Discussing all aspects of her exciting new concert tour SEE JANE SING, Lynch opens up about the songs, stories and surprises that are in store for the lucky attendees at her East Coast appearances as well as clues us in on some of the musical selections that we can anticipate enjoying with Lynch accompanied by frequent collaborator Kate Flannery as well as her band. Additionally, Lynch reflects on the final season of GLEE, noting her favorite performances and moments as well as shares her insights into the worldwide phenomenon itself and whether or not she would enjoy being involved in a reunion or future iteration of the international hit down the line. Plus, Lynch looks ahead to new projects including several feature films as well as a pilot for a brand new sitcom that very well could appear on small screens across the country as soon as this Fall. Plus, Lynch recounts stories from her hit Broadway run in ANNIE, muses on future stage roles, touches on the upcoming spate of new episodes of her Golden Globe-winning hosting gig on HOLLYWOOD GAME night and much, much more!

Photo Flashback: A Fond Farewell - Remembering The Stars We Lost in 2014
by Walter McBride - Jan 1, 2015


Broadway fans had plenty of reasons to celebrate this year, with dozens of shows having opened since January, hundreds of actors having made their debuts, and many more having returned to the stage for critically acclaimed performances. Not all news was good though, as we also suffered a loss of an incredible amount of talent. Below, BroadwayWorld sends a fond farewell to those who passed away in 2014.

VIDEO: Andrea Martin, Nathan Lane Talk Favorite Co-Stars, Robin Williams & More on Bravo
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 28, 2014


It was a fun night on Bravo's WATCH WHAT HAPPENS LIVE when Tony Award winners Nathan Lane (The Producer's, The Addams Family) and Andrea Martin (Pippin) stopped by the clubhouse, along with 'It's Only a Play' star Micah Stock serving as guest bartender.

VIDEO: Kristen Wiig & Bill Hader Pay Tribute to Jan Hooks on SNL
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 13, 2014


This Saturday's episode of NBC's SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE paid tribute to the late Jan Hooks, a former SNL star who passed away on Thursday, October 9th at the age of 57, after losing her battle with an undisclosed illness.

Top Stories You Missed on BWW This Weekend - 10/11-10/12/2014
by - Oct 12, 2014


Hottest Articles on BroadwayWorld.com from this weekend Sunday, October 12, 2014 - Sunday, October 12, 2014.

Photo Coverage: Remembering SNL Veteran Jan Hooks
by Walter McBride - Oct 12, 2014


Earlier this week, BroadwayWorld reported that SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE veteran Jan Hooks passed away on Thursday, October 9, 2014, after battling a serious illness. She was 57. Below, BroadwayWorld gives you a photographic look back at the lovely actress.

Kevin Nealon Remembers SNL Castmate Jan Hooks: 'Her Timing Was Amazing'
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 10, 2014


In today's PEOPLE, Kevin Nealon took time to remember his good friend and SNL co-star.

SNL Veteran Jan Hooks Dies at 57
by TV News Desk - Oct 9, 2014


TMZ reported the sad news earlier today that SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE veteran Jan Hooks passed away Thursday, October 9, 2014, after battling a serious illness. She was 57.

FROSTY RETURNS to Air on CBS 12/9
by BWW News Desk - Dec 9, 2011


The magic still in his old silk hat, the holiday season's perennially popular original dancing snowman continues his adventures and skates on the edge of danger in the animated musical special FROSTY RETURNS, to be rebroadcast Friday, Dec. 9 (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 12/01/95.)

FROSTY RETURNS to Air on CBS 12/9
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 18, 2011


The magic still in his old silk hat, the holiday season's perennially popular original dancing snowman continues his adventures and skates on the edge of danger in the animated musical special FROSTY RETURNS, to be rebroadcast Friday, Dec. 9 (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 12/01/95.)

Photo Flash: Stritch & LuPone Guest on 30 ROCK Tonight!
by Charlie Piane - May 6, 2010


30 Rock: Episode 420: The Moms (TV-14) It's Mother's Day at TGS, and the moms come to visit. Guest starring Buzz Aldrin, Elizabeth Banks, Anita Gillette, Jan Hooks, Cheyenne Jackson, Patti LuPone, Novella Nelson, and Elaine Stritch. Liz Lemon (Tina Fey) meets her mother's (Guest Star Anita Gillette) old flame, while Jack Donaghy's (Alec Baldwin) mother, Colleen (Guest Star Elaine Stritch), gets tangled in his relationships with Avery Jessup (Guest Star Elizabeth Banks) and high school love, Nancy Donovan. Jenna's (Jane Krakowski) mother, Verna (Guest Star Jan Hooks) returns, while Tracy learns a lesson from his 'mom' (Guest Star Novella Nelson). Also starring: Jack McBrayer (Kenneth), Judah Friedlander (Frank), Scott Adsit (Pete), and John Lutz (Lutz).

Photo Flash: Stritch & LuPone Guest on 30 Rock!
by Charlie Piane - Apr 26, 2010


30 Rock: Episode 420: The Moms (TV-14) It's Mother's Day at TGS, and the moms come to visit. Guest starring Buzz Aldrin, Elizabeth Banks, Anita Gillette, Jan Hooks, Cheyenne Jackson, Patti LuPone, Novella Nelson, and Elaine Stritch. Liz Lemon (Tina Fey) meets her mother's (Guest Star Anita Gillette) old flame, while Jack Donaghy's (Alec Baldwin) mother, Colleen (Guest Star Elaine Stritch), gets tangled in his relationships with Avery Jessup (Guest Star Elizabeth Banks) and high school love, Nancy Donovan. Jenna's (Jane Krakowski) mother, Verna (Guest Star Jan Hooks) returns, while Tracy learns a lesson from his 'mom' (Guest Star Novella Nelson). Also starring: Jack McBrayer (Kenneth), Judah Friedlander (Frank), Scott Adsit (Pete), and John Lutz (Lutz).

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