USA Network announced today that it has picked up FOX 21's RUSH, written and produced by Jonathan Levine ('Warm Bodies') and Fox Television Studios' COMPLICATIONS, from creator and executive producer Matt Nix (BURN NOTICE) to series. Both of the dramas are slated for 10-episode runs, including the pilots. The network also announced that it has renewed fan-favorite WHITE COLLAR for a sixth season. The series, from creator and executive producer Jeff Eastin (GRACELAND), has been picked up for six new episodes.
Step into space with The EDGE Improv April 5th as the troupe presents an ingeniously improvised evening of on-the-spot comedy, all from audience suggestions. For nearly two decades, the troupe's riotous antics have inspired rave reviews from audience members and earned entertaining commentary from the troupe members themselves. Troupe member Frank Buxton quips, 'We can't do it without you so please help us; otherwise we'll have to float in space like Sandra Bullock and see what kind of awards we get.'
Hustle into spring with The EDGE Improv tonight, March 1st as the troupe presents an ingeniously improvised evening of on-the-spot comedy, all from audience suggestions.
Hustle into spring with The EDGE Improv March 1st as the troupe presents an ingeniously improvised evening of on-the-spot comedy, all from audience suggestions.
Kick off the New Year with an evening of laughs tonight, January 4 as The Edge presents an ingeniously improvised evening of on-the-spot comedy, all from audience suggestions.
Kick off the New Year with an evening of laughs January 4 as The EDGE presents an ingeniously improvised evening of on-the-spot comedy, all from audience suggestions. For nearly two decades, the troupe's riotous antics have inspired rave reviews from audience members and earned entertaining commentary from the troupe members themselves. Troupe member John Ellis says, 'First Saturdays with The EDGE is like a big gulp of happy energy for the whole month!'
COMPLICATIONS follows John Ellis, a disillusioned suburban ER doctor, who finds his existence transformed when he intervenes in a drive-by shooting, saving a young boy's life and killing one of his attackers. When he learns the boy is still marked for death he finds himself compelled to save him at any cost and discovers that his life and his outlook on medicine may never be the same. COMPLICATIONS is written and executive produced by Matt Nix and is from FOX Television Studios.
Bainbridge Performing Arts (BPA) presents It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play and The EDGE Improv on December 7, 14 & 21: Saturdays @ 7:30 p.m. at BPA.
On Saturday, December 7 at 9:30 p.m. in Zankel Hall, alto saxophonist, composer, and arranger Miguel Zenon examines the complexities and contradictions of the Puerto Rican experience with his latest work-a multimedia presentation honoring his homeland entitled Identities Are Changeable: Tales from the Diaspora. The evening-length song cycle and video installation-created in collaboration with video artist and co-founder of the Marginal Utility gallery in Philadelphia, David Dempewolf-explores the experience of Puerto Ricans who have moved to the mainland, particularly New York City, and was inspired by a series of interviews that Zenon conducted with them. Audio and video excerpts of these interviews are woven throughout.
Join The EDGE November 2 for an ingeniously improvised evening of on-the-spot comedy, all from audience suggestions. For nearly two decades, the troupe's riotous antics have inspired rave reviews from audience members and earned entertaining commentary from the troupe members themselves. Troupe member Frank Buxton, who is pleased to direct BPA's December production of 'It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play,' says that, 'At my age to be actively running with these youngsters is indeed a privilege. They make me laugh and keep me on my toes.'
All Nite Soul, the Jazz Ministry at Saint Peter's will honor pianist Barry Harris and vocalist Sheila Jordan. All Nite Soul begins on Sunday, October 13 at 5 PM with Jazz Vespersand pianist/organist Sarah McLawler and Les Jazz Femmes, and goes into full swing at 7 PM with a concert of over 80 musicians honoring Barry Harris (pianist) and Sheila Jordan (vocalist), National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Masters who began their musical careers in Detroit, Michigan.
Join The EDGE tonight, October 5 for an ingeniously improvised evening of on-the-spot comedy, all from audience suggestions. For nearly two decades, the troupe's riotous antics have inspired rave reviews from audience members and earned entertaining commentary from the troupe members themselves. Troupe member Cynthia Lair reports, 'I am frequently doubled-over, tears-rolling-down-face laughing when improvising with these fiercely funny performers. Honestly, what could be better?'
Join The EDGE October 5 for an ingeniously improvised evening of on-the-spot comedy, all from audience suggestions. For nearly two decades, the troupe's riotous antics have inspired rave reviews from audience members and earned entertaining commentary from the troupe members themselves. Troupe member Cynthia Lair reports, 'I am frequently doubled-over, tears-rolling-down-face laughing when improvising with these fiercely funny performers. Honestly, what could be better?'
The troupe enjoys a loyal following and has performed to sell-out crowds regularly at BPA. Members include Ken Ballenger, Frank Buxton, John Ellis, Cynthia Lair, Susan MacPherson, Bhama Roget, Andrew Shields, Chris Soldevilla, and Matty Whitman. Visit The EDGE online at www.theedgeimprov.com and www.bainbridgeperformingarts.org.
The EDGE troupe member Matty Whitman says, 'Improv is easy, wherever you go...there you are. And wherever you are...there you go.' Wind down the summer with a laugh-filled trip of summer fun with The Edge Improv tonight, August 3 at BPA. The troupe has performed to sell-out crowds regularly at BPA for nearly two decades. On the first Saturday of each month, the members present an ingeniously improvised evening of on-the-spot comedy, all from audience suggestions. The troupe's riotous antics have earned a devoted community of followers and inspired rave reviews from audience members.
