Taylor Mac to Star in The Foundry's GOOD PERSON OF SZECHWAN at La MaMa, 2/1-24
by BWW News Desk
- Jan 15, 2013
Can we practice goodness and create a world to sustain it? This question, posed by Shen Tei, the good-hearted, penniless and cross-dressing prostitute of Bertolt Brecht's Good Person of Szechwan, is central to the work of The Foundry Theatre. The play's concerns, and the earmarks of the Foundry's new production, make it an ideal offering from the company, which is celebrated for creating memorable theatrical events while pursuing civic inquiry and social justice. The show, starring the singular Taylor Mac as Shen Tei, is directed by Lear deBessonet and features original live music by 'indie rock vaudevillians' (SPIN) César Alvarez and The Lisps.
Carol Burnett Returns to DPAC, 5/12
by BWW News Desk
- Jan 14, 2013
Come spend Mother's Day with comedic legend, Carol Burnett when she returns to DPAC, Durham Performing Arts Center on May 12, 2013. "Laughter and Reflection with Carol Burnett: A Conversation with Carol where the Audience Asks the Questions" is Burnett's off-the-cuff conversation with the audience, a format that grew out of the question-and-answer sessions she shared with her studio audience on each episode of The Carol Burnett Show.
Fox Abandons IN LIVING COLOR Reboot
by Tyler Peterson
- Jan 8, 2013
According to Deadline, Fox has officially walked away from their highly-anticipated, highly-controversial reboot of IN LIVING COLOR.
Comedy Central to Bring Web Series DRUNK HISTORY to TV
by Tyler Peterson
- Jan 6, 2013
Put down the books and grab a drink! 'Drunk History' is moving to COMEDY CENTRAL. 'Drunk History,' a weekly, half-hour series where historical reenactments by A-list talent are presented by inebriated storytellers, has been ordered to series, it was announced today by Kent Alterman , Head of Original Programming and Production, COMEDY CENTRAL. Produced by Gary Sanchez Productions and executive produced by creator and star Derek Waters , Writer and Director Jeremy Konner , along with Gary Sanchez Productions' Will Ferrell , Adam McKay , Chris Henchy and Owen Burke , the series is set to premiere eight episodes this summer.
Lisa Lampanelli Performs at Apollo Theater, 1/30
by BWW News Desk
- Jan 3, 2013
Comedian Lisa Lampanelli, who is currently touring the U.S. with her one woman stand-up show, will make her first appearance at the legendary Apollo Theater (253 West 125th Street) in Harlem on Wednesday, January 30 at 7pm.
Matthew Ziff Joins Cast of New Comedy THE TROUBLE WITH BILLY
by Caryn Robbins
- Jan 2, 2013
McNamara has a new project in the works called THE TROUBLE WITH BILLY, which turns the trials of his modern life into fodder for a part reality, part fictional 'adventure' in West Hollywood. Among the cast and crew already on board at pre-production is Matthew Ziff, a talented young actor whose career is on the cusp of breaking through in a big way.
VIDEO: First Look - Trailer for THE INCREDIBLE BURT WONDERSTONE
by Tyler Peterson
- Dec 21, 2012
THE INCREDiBLE BURT WONDERSTONE is an upcoming comedy helmed by Don Scardino and written by John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein. The film centers Las Vegas magician-wonder Burt Wonderstone (Steve Carell) as he desperately attempts to reunite with his former partner Anton Marvelton (Steve Buscemi) to take on a dangerous street magician Steve Gray (Jim Carrey).
Judd Apatow Working on Broadway Play?
by Patrick Nugent
- Dec 20, 2012
GQ.com reports in an interview with famed movie producer and screenwriter, Judd Apatow that has his first play in the works, which may head to Broadway in the future. Judd spoke of his greatest idea yet, which might be funny, but 'might stop being funny.'
VIDEO: Hosts Tina Fey & Amy Poehler in GOLDEN GLOBE AWARDS Promo
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- Dec 13, 2012
Golden Globe winner Tina Fey (NBC's "30 Rock") and Golden Globe nominee Amy Poehler (NBC's "Parks and Recreation") have signed to host NBC's exclusive coverage of "The 70th Annual Golden Globe Awards" that will be broadcast live coast-to-coast on Sunday, January 13. The duo appear in a just-released commercial for the upcoming event. Check it out below!
ABC Family's '25 Days of Christmas' Begins Today
by TV News Desk
- Dec 1, 2012
ABC Family's '25 Days of Christmas,' cable's biggest programming event of the year, returns with 25 continuous days of holiday-themed entertainment for the whole family. From today, December 1 - 25, viewers can ring in the holidays with original movies, holiday specials and returning favorites.
Donald Faison to Host TBS's WHO GETS THE LAST LAUGH?
by Claire Hannum
- Nov 28, 2012
Donald Faison (Scrubs) is coming to TBS as host of WHO GETS THE LAST LAUGH?, the latest series from Punk'd co-creators Jason Goldberg and Ashton Kutcher. The series will feature some of the most well known comedians and comedy actors in entertainment today competing to pull the most outrageous practical jokes.
Photo Flash: First Look at Downstairs Cabaret Theatre's MOTHERHOOD THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk
- Nov 2, 2012
Downstairs Cabaret Theatre, in collaboration with GFOUR Productions (producers of Menopause the Musical and winners of more than 30 Tony Awards), has announced what promises to be Rochester's next hit musical: MOTHERHOOD THE MUSICAL, running now through November 18. Get a first look at the cast onstage in the photos below!
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