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2018 Sundance Film Festival Feature Films Announced
by Tori Hartshorn - Nov 29, 2017

Sundance Institute showcases bold, independent storytelling at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival, beginning with today's announcement of feature films selected across all categories. The Festival hosts screenings in Park City, Salt Lake City and at Sundance Mountain Resort, from January 18 28.

Kathleen Turner Rules on High in AN ACT OF GOD at George Street Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - Nov 28, 2017

George Street Playhouse, now located at 103 College Farm Road in New Brunswick, welcomes Broadway and George Street Playhouse veterans Stephen DeRosa (Broadway's Into the Woods; GSP's Sylvia) and Jim Walton (Broadway's She Loves Me; GSP's The Fabulous Lipitones), joining the legendary Academy Award nominee, Tony Award nominee and multiple Golden Globe winner Kathleen Turner in the theater's upcoming comedy, An Act of God, by David Javerbaum.

Will Pullen, Erica Pappas and More Set for THE FRIDGE PLAYS at Bridge Street Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Nov 20, 2017

Two cutting-edge one-acts, two playwrights, two directors, five actors, one fridge. Straight from a sold-out run in NYC, 'The Fridge Plays' - Daniel Talbott's 'Nick and Zoe', directed by Shira-Lee Shalit and Steve McMahon's 'sad indie love song', directed by Benjamin Viertel - hit Catskill's intimate Bridge Street Theatre stage like a punch to the gut for two performances on Friday and Saturday, December 1st and 2nd, at 7:30pm.

BWW Morning Brief November 2nd, 2017: JUNK, FRIENDS! THE MUSICAL and More!
by Danielle Ashley - Nov 2, 2017

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Today's big news: JUNK, FRIENDS! THE MUSICAL, and more!

Breaking: THE BOYS IN THE BAND Will Come to Broadway This Spring with Jim Parsons, Zachary Quinto, Matt Bomer, Andrew Rannells & More!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 1, 2017

Ryan Murphy and David Stone will present the Broadway debut of Mart Crowley's groundbreaking comic drama, THE BOYS IN THE BAND, for a strictly limited 15-week Broadway engagement at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street), April 30 August 12, 2018. This 50th Anniversary production will be directed by two-time Tony Award winner JOE MANTELLO.

Stream First Episode of YOUNG SHELDON Now on YouTube
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 30, 2017

Beginning today, for the next five days fans can stream the premiere episode of YOUNG SHELDON on YouTube with limited commercials in advance of the series' return on Thursday, Nov. 2 on the CBS Television Network.

Stephen DeRosa and Jim Walton to Join Kathleen Turner in AN ACT OF GOD at George Street Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - Oct 30, 2017

George Street Playhouse, now located at 103 College Farm Road in New Brunswick, announced today that Broadway and George Street Playhouse veterans Stephen DeRosa (Broadway's Into the Woods; GSP's Sylvia) and Jim Walton (Broadway's She Loves Me; GSP's The Fabulous Lipitones) will join legendary Academy Award nominee, Tony Award nominee and multiple Golden Globe winner Kathleen Turner in the theater's upcoming comedy, An Act of God, by David Javerbaum.

Christine Baranski, Alan Cumming Lend Voices to MICHAEL JACKSON'S HALLOWEEN Special Tonight on CBS
by TV News Desk - Oct 27, 2017

Michael Jackson'S HALLOWEEN, a new one-hour animated adventure with Michael Jackson's acclaimed music as its soundtrack, will be broadcast tonight, Oct. 27 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

First Look - Christine Baranski, Alan Cumming Lend Voices on MICHAEL JACKSON'S HALLOWEEN Special on CBS
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 18, 2017

Get ready to go on an unexpected, magical adventure in the animated special MICHAEL JACKSON'S HALLOWEEN! Featuring the voice talents of Broadway alum Christine Baranski, Jim Parsons and Alan Cumming, the special airs Friday, Oct. 27 at 8/7c on CBS.

Kathleen Turner to Play the Almighty in AN ACT OF GOD at George Street Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - Oct 12, 2017

George Street Playhouse announced today that legendary actress Kathleen Turner will star as God in the theater's upcoming comedy An Act of God by David Javerbaum.

YOUNG SHELDON Receives Full-Season Order for 2017/18 Broadcast Season
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 27, 2017

CBS has given a full season order to new comedy series YOUNG SHELDON, which premiered Monday night, Sept. 25. YOUNG SHELDON was the most watched comedy premiere on any network since 2011

VIDEO: Emma Watson, Kristen Bell & More in Latest Edition of #MeanTweets
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 26, 2017

When it comes to mean tweets, no one can touch Donald Trump but that doesn't mean there aren't those who try. From time to time JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE shines a light on the trolls by asking famous people to read the not-so-nice things people write about them.

Review Roundup: Did YOUNG SHELDON Make a Big Bang with the Critics?
by Emily Bruno - Sep 22, 2017

Eight-year-old Iain recently starred in HBO's BIG LITTLE LIES and has appeared on NBC's LAW & ORDER: SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT and the Steve Harvey-hosted kids competition show LITTLE BIG SHOTS. Of course theater fans know him best for his adorable reviews of Broadway shows. Parsons most recently appeared on Broadway in 2015's AN ACT OF GOD. His other Broadway credits include HARVEY and THE NORMAL HEART. What did the critics think of the new spin-off? Take a look at what some of them have to say below! And make sure to check out the trailer for the new comedy which premieres this Monday, September 25 at 8:30 on CBS below.

Christine Baranski, Alan Cumming to Lend Voice on MICHAEL JACKSON'S HALLOWEEN Special on CBS
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 21, 2017

MICHAEL JACKSON'S HALLOWEEN, a new one-hour animated adventure with Michael Jackson's acclaimed music as its soundtrack, will be broadcast Friday, Oct. 27 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

Photo Flash: Broadway Stars Shine at The 69th PRIMETIME EMMY AWARDS
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 18, 2017

The 69th annual Primetime Emmy Award winners were announced live from Los Angeles last night on CBS. Stephen Colbert served as host of the annual event. As usual, Broadway was well represented among the nominees and winners. Check out photos from the evening below

EMMY AWARD Roundup - Which Broadway Stars Took Home the Trophy?
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 18, 2017

The 69th annual primetime Emmy Award winners were announced live from Los Angeles on CBS. Stephen Colbert served as host of the annual event. As usual, Broadway was well represented among the nominees and winners.

VIDEO: Jim Parsons & Iain Armitage Present on 69th Primetime EMMY AWARDS
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 18, 2017

On tonight's EMMY AWARDS, young and old Sheldon Cooper appeared together to present the award for Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series. Jim Parsons, who plays Cooper on the CBS series THE BIG BANG THEORY, was joined by Broadway critic Iain Armitage

CBS's LATE SHOW Celebrates Fall TV Season with Two Weeks of Star-Studded Shows
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 14, 2017

THE LATE SHOW with STEPHEN COLBERT celebrates the start of the fall television season with two weeks of star-studded shows, beginning Monday, Sept. 18 (11:35 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Jerry Seinfeld, Steve Martin, Sofia Vergara, Jeff Bridges, Sterling K. Brown and Nick Kroll are among the featured guests.

HAMILTON's Christopher Jackson to Perform During EMMY's 'In Memoriam' Segment
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 13, 2017

Top television talent have been added to the list of presenters for the 69TH PRIMETIME EMMY AWARDS, to be broadcast LIVE from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, Sunday, Sept. 17 (8:00-11:00 PM, live ET/5:00-8:00 PM live PT) on the CBS Television Network. In addition, it was announced that Tony Award winner Christopher Jackson (HAMILTON) will perform a touching In Memoriam tribute during the show.

Nicole Kidman, Oprah Winfrey Among Presenters for 69th EMMY AWARDS
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 6, 2017

The first group of talent from Television's most celebrated programs have been slated to present the iconic Emmy statuette at the 69th Emmy Awards on September 17.

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