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Photo Flash: First Look - Season 2 of THE SHANNARA CHRONICLES
by Emily Bruno - Aug 24, 2017

The second season of the hit fantasy series 'The Shannara Chronicles' premieres Wednesday, October 11 at 10pm ET/PT on Spike. The new season consists of 10 one-hour episodes. The first season of the original scripted drama, based on the best-selling fantasy book series by Terry Brooks, debuted on MTV in 2016. Take a look at the images below to see your first look at the new season.

Stage Stars on Screen - A Guide to Broadway on TV's 2017-18 Season!
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 13, 2017

Broadway stars, live musical presentations and a high school theater department-themed drama series are all on tap for the upcoming 2017-18 primetime television season. Check out the exciting programming slate below!

James Andrew Miller & DGital Media Announce 'Origins' Chapter One: CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 8, 2017

James Andrew Miller, award-winning journalist and best-selling author, teams with DGital Media, leading creator of premium, on-demand audio entertainment, to announce 'Origins' Chapter One:Curb Your Enthusiasm, the first installment of an all-new podcast series exploring epochal beginnings whether from the fields of film, television, music, publishing, or even human relationships.

Alfre Woodard Signs on for THE LION KING Remake
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 7, 2017

The Hollywood Reporter has reported that Alfre Woodard has signed on to join Jon Favreau's big screen remake of Disney's The Lion King. Woodard will provide the voice of Sarabi, Simba's mom.

Tang Media Partners Acquires Open Road Films
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 7, 2017

Global entertainment company Tang Media Partners (TMP) today announced its acquisition of leading independent film distributor and producer, Open Road Films, the theatrical motion picture company best known for critically-acclaimed box office hits

Oh, We Just Can't Wait... For the Remake- A Guide to Disney's Upcoming Live-Action Musicals!
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 5, 2017

With so many upcoming projects in the works, BWW has put together a guide to what's in store from the House of Mouse and its uber-talented creative teams!

Chiwetel Ejiofor to Voice Scar in Disney's Live-Action THE LION KING
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 3, 2017

According to reports, the 12 YEARS A SLAVE star is now in final talks with the studio to take on the character originally voiced by Jeremy Irons in the original animated version.

The Gilmore-Hoerner Endowment will present BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 3, 2017

The Gilmore-Hoerner Endowment will present a special, one night only concert by swing revival band, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy on Friday, September 1, 2017 at 8:00 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre in Chambersburg, PA.  Tickets for the event are $12 each, all seats reserved, and will go on sale August 1, 2017 at the Capitol Theatre at 717-263-0202 or online at www.thecapitoltheatre.org .  The Box Office is open from 11:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. Monday thru Friday and one hour prior to show. The theatre is located at 159 S. Main Street in Chambersburg, PA.

Will Beyonce Join THE LION KING Remake with A Starring Role AND a Soundtrack?
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 1, 2017

It has been reported that Beyonce is currently in final negotiations to star as Nala in Jon Favreau's upcoming big screen remake of Disney's The Lion King.

MSNBC to Take Over POLITICON Los Angeles This July
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 26, 2017

On Saturday, July 29th and Sunday, July 30th, MSNBC will take over POLITICON in Los Angeles, CA presenting a full slate of interactive, live and in-person programming for political enthusiasts from across the country.

John Favreau Shares First Look at Live-Action LION KING at D23 Expo
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 17, 2017

At Saturday's D23 Expo in Anaheim CA, Disney treated fans to a first look at footage from the highly anticipated live-action remake of THE LION KING.

THE LION KING Remake to Feature Impressive Naturalistic CGI
by Julie Musbach - Jul 15, 2017

The D23 expo featured many quietly screened previews, one of which being a peek at The Circle of Life scene of the upcoming The Lion King remake. According to Mashable, the film is moving along the lines of the recent The Jungle Book remake which featured extremely realistic CGI.

BWW Flashback: Spidey Can Dance! Watch Tom Holland as BILLY ELLIOT
by Stephi Wild - Jul 5, 2017

Did you know that before Spider-Man Tom Holland was a child star of Billy Elliot in London's West End? Check out these flashback videos of Tom speaking and performing as Billy! Tom Holland is the latest actor to play the iconic role of Spider-Man in the new film Spider-Man: Homecoming.

Review Roundup - Marvel's SPIDER-MAN HOMECOMING
by Richard Best - Jun 29, 2017

The Marvel Studio/Columbia Pictures co-produced reboot of the Spider-Man film franchise and the sixteenth film of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, SPIDER-MAN HOMECOMING follows Peter Parker as he tries to balance life as a high schooler and the being the hero Spider-Man as he faces the Vulture.

FOX Sets Fall Premiere Dates for EMPIRE, Seth MacFarlane's ORVILLE, Marvel's THE GIFTED & More!
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 22, 2017

New comedic drama THE ORVILLE, from creator and executive producer Seth MacFarlane and director Jon Favreau, debuts with a special two-night series premiere on Sunday, Sept. 10 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT) and Sunday, Sept. 17 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT), immediately following NFL ON FOX doubleheaders.

Sony Classical Releases SPIDER-MAN: HOMECOMING Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 16, 2017

Sony Music proudly announces the release of SPIDER-MAN: HOMECOMING (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) featuring the music of Grammy® and Academy Award®-winning composer Michael Giacchino.

City Unveils its 2017/18 Prime-Time Schedule
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 6, 2017

Proven, powerful, and pedigreed. Today Rogers Media unveils City's 2017/18 programming schedule, building on last season's proven hits with bold new additions backed by some of the most creative minds in television today.

VIDEO: First Look - All-New Trailer for SPIDERMAN: HOMECOMING
by Caryn Robbins - May 24, 2017

Next mission: figuring out how all web shooter combinations work! Below, watch the just-released SPIDERMAN: HOMECOMING trailer.

CBS Shares First Look Trailers for New Fall Dramas & Comedies!
by Caryn Robbins - May 18, 2017

CBS yesterday unveiled its 2017-2018 primetime lineup, featuring four new comedies, four new dramas and 23 returning series. Today, the network shared first look trailers at all six of its new shows coming this fall.

VIDEO: First Look . - Iain Armitage Stars in New CBS Comedy YOUNG SHELDON
by Caryn Robbins - May 17, 2017

CBS announced today that THE BIG BANG THEORY spin off, YOUNG SHELDON, starring Iain Armitage, will premiere on September 25th. he network also shared first video from the series. Check it out below!

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