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Alex Breaux and Madeline Weinstein Join Roundabout's THE REAL THING
by BWW News Desk - Aug 27, 2014


Roundabout Theatre Company has announced additional casting for The Real Thing, starring Ewan McGregor as 'Henry,' Maggie Gyllenhaal as 'Annie,' Cynthia Nixon as 'Charlotte' and Josh Hamilton as 'Max.' Tom Stoppard's Tony Award-winning play The Real Thing, directed by Sam Gold begins preview performances on Thursday, October 2, 2014 and opens officially on Thursday, October 30, 2014 at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway (227 West 42ndStreet). This is a limited engagement. The cast also includes Alex Breaux as 'Brodie' and Madeline Weinstein as 'Debbie.' Final casting to be announced.

CHRISTOPHER'S DIARY Set for Publication, 10/28
by Christina Mancuso - Aug 26, 2014


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Uma Thurman to Join Bradley Cooper, Sienna Miller & More in ADAM JONES
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 24, 2014


According to The Hollywood Reporter, Uma Thurman will join Bradley Cooper, Sienna Miller and more in the Weinstein Company's upcoming film ADAM JONES. Directed by John Wells, the cast also includes Jamie Dornan, Alicia Vikander, and more.

Dermot Mulroney Lands Recurring Role on Showtime's SHAMELESS
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 16, 2014


Dermot Mulroney (My Best Friend's Wedding) has joined season five of the critically acclaimed hit SHOWTIME comedy series SHAMELESS, guest starring in a season-long story arc. Mulroney will play ex-bad boy and recovering addict Sean Pierce, Fiona's (Emmy Rossum) new manager at Patsy's Pies. As their relationship turns flirtatious and their tension grows, will they be able to overcome their weakness for each other?

Showtime Honored with 24 EMMY Nominations
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 10, 2014


This morning, SHOWTIME was honored with 24 Emmy nominations across nine series and docu-series.

Pop Opera GERTRUDE STEIN SAINTS Returns to NYC at Abrons Arts Center, Now thru 6/28
by BWW News Desk - Jun 12, 2014


After winning two FringeNYC Overall Excellence Awards last summer, Theater Plastique returns to New York with an updated production of its acclaimed pop opera Gertrude Stein SAINTS! Preview performances of this limited engagement begin today, June 12 at Abrons Arts Center with opening slated for June 17.

GERTRUDE STEIN SAINTS Opens Off-Broadway Tomorrow
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 11, 2014


After winning two FringeNYC Overall Excellence Awards last summer, Theater Plastique returns to New York with an updated production of its acclaimed musical Gertrude Stein SAINTS! Preview performances of this limited Off-Broadway engagement begin June 12 at Abrons Arts Center with opening slated for June 17.

Summer Stages: Top 10 Summer Theatre Offerings in Columbus, Ohio
by Christina Mancuso - Jun 2, 2014


As the summer months heat up, so do the Columbus stages. Check out BWW's top 5 picks that the whole family can enjoy without breaking the bank this summer:

Pop Opera GERTRUDE STEIN SAINTS Returns to NYC at Abrons Arts Center, 6/12-28
by Diana Heisroth - Apr 21, 2014


After winning two FringeNYC Overall Excellence Awards last summer, Theater Plastique returns to New York with an updated production of its acclaimed pop opera Gertrude Stein SAINTS! Preview performances of this limited engagement begin June 12 at Abrons Arts Center with opening slated for June 17.

THE REAL THING's Ewan McGregor Narrates BBC Radio 2 Show About Ford Today
by BWW News Desk - Apr 17, 2014


Star of Broadway's upcoming show THE REAL THING, Ewan McGregor will be narrating 'Mad About The Mustang' on BBC Radio 2 on April 17, says the Daily Mail.

AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY Available on Blu-ray/DVD Today
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 8, 2014


The film adaptation of Tracy Letts' Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning play AUGUST OSAGE COUNTY is available on Blu-ray and DVD today.

THE REAL THING's Ewan McGregor to Narrate BBC Radio 2 Show About Ford, April 17
by BWW News Desk - Apr 3, 2014


Star of Broadway's upcoming show THE REAL THING, Ewan McGregor will be narrating "Mad About The Mustang" on BBC Radio 2 on April 17, says the Daily Mail.

2014 Governor's Arts Awards Attract 84 Nominations; Honorees Announced Today
by BWW News Desk - Mar 25, 2014


Eighty-four nominations from 27 Arizona communities were submitted in six categories for the 33rd annual Governor's Arts Awards for individuals and businesses who have made substantial and outstanding contributions to arts and culture statewide.

Tucson, Phoenix, and Scottsdale Artists Selected For 33RD ANNUAL GOVERNOR'S ARTS AWARDS Today
by BWW News Desk - Mar 25, 2014


Seven artists from Phoenix, Tucson and Scottsdale have created awards for each of the Governor's Arts Awards six categories and the Shelley Award to be presented at the 33rd annual event today, March 25 at The Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main Street in Mesa.

Tucson, Phoenix, and Scottsdale Artists Selected For 33RD ANNUAL GOVERNOR'S ARTS AWARDS, 3/25
by Diana Heisroth - Mar 17, 2014


Seven artists from Phoenix, Tucson and Scottsdale have created awards for each of the Governor's Arts Awards six categories and the Shelley Award to be presented at the 33rd annual event on Tuesday, March 25 at The Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main Street in Mesa.

Susan Rovner, Brett Paul Named Co-Presidents, Warner Horizon Scripted Television
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 17, 2014


Highly respected Warner Bros. Television (WBTV) executives Susan Rovner and Brett Paul have been named Co-Presidents of Warner Horizon Scripted Television

Tony Winner Cynthia Nixon Joins Ewan McGregor and Maggie Gyllenhaal in Roundabout's THE REAL THING
by BWW News Desk - Mar 13, 2014


Tony Award winner Cynthia Nixon joins the Broadway cast of Tom Stoppard's The Real Thing opposite Ewan McGregor and Maggie Gyllenhaal. She'll play the role of Charlotte. The show will begin performances at Roundabout Theater Company's American Airlines Theatre on October 2, 2014, directed by Sam Gold. Gyllenhaal will make her Broadway debut starring as 'Annie' opposite McGregor as 'Henry'.

Showtime Renews Hit Series 'Shameless' and 'House of Lies'
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 18, 2014


SHOWTIME has picked up brand new seasons of its critically-acclaimed hit drama SHAMELESS and comedy series HOUSE OF LIES with a 12-episode order for each to air in 2015.

VIDEO: First Look at this Week's Episode of Showtime's SHAMELESS
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 12, 2014


SHOWTIME airs a pivotal new episode of its hit drama series SHAMELESS this Sunday, February 16th at 9 PM ET/PT. Check out a sneak peek below!

EPIX to Present AND THE ENVELOPE PLEASE... on 2/17 & 24
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 11, 2014


Premium entertainment network EPIX will celebrate the Academy Awards with aseries of programs and films devoted to all things Oscar. And the Envelope Please..., a series in collaboration with the Los Angeles Times, featuring panel interviews with casts and crews of this year's Oscar hopefuls, moderated by writers from the Los Angeles Times. The 30-minute encore presentations will air on EPIX between February 17 and 24, Academy voting week. For more information visit http://www.epix.com/envelope-screening-series/.

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