Janet Jackson News

Today we are talking to the legendary Broadway and Hollywood composer best known for his work with estimable lyricist Fred Ebb on legendary shows such as CABARET, CHICAGO, THE RINK, KISS OF THE SPIDERWOMAN and THE VISIT - as well as the classic, Oscar-winning film adaptations of those first two shows - who also composed the unofficial New York anthem 'New York, New York' and yesterday premiered his newest original musical on Broadway: THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS - none other than thoughtful and gentle genius John Kander. We discuss his fifty-year career writing with Fred Ebb, writing for Liza Minnelli and Kristin Chenoweth, working with directors like Bob Fosse, Hal Prince and Susan Stroman, plus his thoughts on GLEE, the future of his shows written before Ebb's passing - as well as some SCOTTSBORO BOYS talk - in this comprehensive conversation on all things razzle-dazzlingly resplendent as only Kander & Ebb can claim be. Plus, Kander dissects and discusses the writing process of five of his finest compositions! Start spreadin' the news...

Talk Show Listings for Monday, November 1, 2010.

Today, we are talking to the international TV icon herself - most recently having conquered Sirius satellite radio - the incomparable comedienne, actress, activist, filmmaker, producer, writer and stage performer Rosie O'Donnell. In this BWW WORLD EXCLUSIVE InDepth InterView we discuss her upcoming comedy show at Town Hall as part of the New York Comedy Festival coming up this Friday, November 4th, as well as the first news about her new daytime hour-long television discussion show on Oprah's OWN Network beginning in September of next year, plus plans for a New York art gallery showing of her art in 2011 and hopes to return to Broadway in James Lapine's thirtieth anniversary revival of the beloved musical ANNIE - making a girlhood dream come true. All this, and a top-to-bottom discussion of all things Broadway - from Rosie's Theater Kids and their self-written musical MY LIFE that just premiered at NYMF, to her own favorite shows, songs, scores, divas and Broadway performance highlights from her own talk show, to TABOO and her theories on what makes Broadway an American institution. Plus, the first news of her role on CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM Season Eight! Over the course of our engaging and enlivening conversation Rosie proved she is the Queen of Nice in addition to being that unparalleled queen of Broadway patronage. See why - and much, much more - here.

Talk Show Listings for Monday, November 1, 2010.

The Halloween Extravaganza at Lanvin Boutique on October 29, 2010 in New York City.

Grammy(R)-winning musical artist and actress Janet Jackson will join George Lopez for opening night as Lopez Tonight kicks off its second season in a new timeslot. Oscar(R)-winning actor Jamie Foxx; two-time Oscar winner Denzel Washington; Howie Mandel; Hilary Duff; Glee star Jayma Mays; comedian Russell Peters; rapper DMX; and online sensation Antoine Dodson are also set to appear during the show's premiere week. The new season of Lopez Tonight will launch Monday, Nov. 8, at midnight (ET/PT), following the premiere of Conan.

The following guests are set to visit the Tonight Show with Jay Leno Octoer 25 through November 5:

Tyler Perry's next film, For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow is Enuf, which is set to star Janet Jackson, Anika Noni Rose, Whoopi Goldberg, Phylicia Rashad, Jurnee Smollett, Kimberly Elise, Kerry Washington, and Macy Gray, will be released on November 5. In the following clip, Whoopi Goldberg and Tyler Perry chat about the upcoming film backstage on the View.

Talk Show Listings for Monday, October 25, 2010.

Talk Show Listings for Monday, October 25, 2010.

The second annual SOUL TRAIN AWARDS gears up for a highly anticipated show on Wednesday, November 10 at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in metropolitan Atlanta, GA. Hosted by Oscar-nominated actors Terrence Howard and Taraji P. Henson, the 2010 SOUL TRAIN AWARDS will premiere on both CENTRIC and BET on Sunday, November 28 at 9:00 PM*.

Atlantic Records has announced the forthcoming release of 'FOR COLORED GIRLS: MUSIC FROM AND INSPIRED BY THE ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK,' the all-female musical companion to the upcoming Lionsgate drama. The much buzzed about film - directed and executive produced by Tyler Perry - premieres in theatres nationwide on November 5th. The soundtrack lands in stores and online on November 2nd

Award-Winning Choreographer Travis Payne (Michael Jackson's 'This Is It') and Former Pussycat Dolls Member Kimberly Wyatt Will Join Executive Producer and Mentor Paula Abdul on the Series' Panel of Experts

Uploaded on Oct 4 2010 Shingai arriving to Naomi Campbell's 25th anniversary of career held at Dolce Gabbana store, Avenue Montaigne in Paris, France on October 4, 2010.

Sidney Toledano, Janet Jackson, Dita Von Teese and more attended the John Galliano Ready to Wear Spring/Summer 2011 show during Paris Fashion Week at Opera Comique on October 3 in Paris, France. Broadwayworld brings you coverage of the event below.

Celebrating sixty years in show business, the iconic Liza Minnelli is about to release the most intimate and revealing recording of her career, Confesssions, available everywhere on September 28th (Decca).

Blackglama's much buzzed about 'What Becomes a Legend Most?' campaign is soaring to new heights - in Times Square that is. A 30' x 68' billboard has been erected in the Times Square Bowtie, located on Broadway at 45th street in New York City. BroadwayWorld brings you photo coverage below.

CENTRIC announces the return of the SOUL TRAIN AWARDS, the classic music awards show that highlights R&B music's finest and bridges the gap between the soulful sounds of yesterday, today and tomorrow.

The L.A. Times reports that Tyler Perry's latest film 'For Colored Girls' will open this November. Watch the trailer for a sneak peek at the star-studded cast.

Tyler Perry's next film, For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow is Enuf, which is set to star Janet Jackson, Whoopi Goldberg, Phylicia Rashad, Jurnee Smollett, Kimberly Elise, Kerry Washington, and Macy Gray, has been given a November 5 release date, Variety reveals. Filming began in June. The release had initially been announced for January 2011.