MAKERS: WOMEN IN COMEDY Airs 9/30 on PBS
by Tyler Peterson
- Sep 22, 2014
The first film in the new MAKERS series, MAKERS: Women in Comedy, will premiere on Tuesday, September 30 at 9pm ET/PT on PBS. MAKERS: Women in Comedy tracks the rise of women in the world of comedy, from the “dangerous” comedy of '70s sitcoms like Maude to the groundbreaking women of the 1980s American comedy club boom and building to today's multifaceted landscape. Today, movies like Bridesmaids break box office records and the women of Saturday Night Live are often more famous than their male counterparts. Contemporary comics, including Chelsea Handler, Mo'Nique, Sarah Silverman, Ellen DeGeneres, Jane Lynch, Kathy Griffin, and the incomparable Joan Rivers talk about where women started in this competitive, male-dominated profession and where they are determined to go.
Seattle Musical Theatre to Present THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, 10/9-18
by Tyler Peterson
- Sep 15, 2014
Seattle Musical Theatre is celebrating the 40th anniversary of the American premiere of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, music, lyrics, and book by Richard O'Brien. With Director Steven Fogell at the helm and with music direction by Kim Dare, THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW runs October 9-18, 2014 at Magnuson Park. Tickets ($25) are available at www.seattlemusicaltheatre.org or by calling 1-800-838-3006.
Seth Rudetsky Heads to Feinstein's at the Nikko This Weekend
by BWW News Desk
- Sep 13, 2014
Sirius/XM radio's Broadway host, Seth Rudetsky, is bringing his hilarious one-man show - Seth's Big Fat Broadway - to Feinstein's at the Nikko for two performances only - tonight, September 13 (7 p.m.) and Sunday, September 14 (7 p.m.). Seth's Big Fat Broadway is described as a combination of 'America's Funniest Home Videos' and 'The Daily Show.' The 90-minute tour-de-force features his trademark 'deconstructions,' in which Rudetsky uses his audio/video collection to break down brilliant performances from beloved Broadway divas (Patti LuPone, Betty Buckley) as well as showcase mind-boggling videos like The Osmonds singing a medley from Fiddler On The Roof or Cher performing all of West Side Story. Seriously. This award-winning show recently played to a sold-out crowd in London where it received 5-star reviews and was called 'blindingly brilliant' 'unmissably fantastic' 'hysterical', a 'must-see'! Tickets for Seth Rudetsky range in price from $35 - $50 and are on-sale now and available by calling 866.663.1063 or visiting www.ticketweb.com.
Audra McDonald, Kathy Griffin, 'STARCATCHER', Itzak Perlman, Alvin Ailey and More Set for the Van Wezel's 2014-15 Season
by BWW News Desk
- Sep 9, 2014
Once again crowned as the No. 1 Performing Arts Hall of its size in North America (Venues Today, 2000 seat category), the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is proud to announce a new season bustling with fresh talent and seasoned stars, with every performance delivering a dose of extraordinary. Single tickets go on sale this coming Saturday, September 13 at 10 AM at the Box Office, online, and by phone. Appointments are available for ticket buyers by calling the Box Office at 941-953-3368.
Seth Rudetsky to Release New 'BROADWAY DIARY' this Fall
by Tyler Peterson
- Sep 9, 2014
Dress Circle Publishing has announced the release of famed Sirius XM radio host Seth Rudetsky's first book in a new series titled Seth's Broadway Diary featuring "hi-lairous" stories from such Broadway greats as Patti LuPone, Chita Rivera, Raul Esparza, Jonathan Groff and more. Seth's Broadway Diary, the first in a multivolume collection, can be pre-ordered by visiting Dress Circle Publishing and will officially release on October 22, 2014.
The Aces of Comedy Series Presents Kevin James and Ray Romano, 11/14-15
by BWW News Desk
- Sep 8, 2014
The Mirage welcomes back comedians Ray Romano of “Everybody Loves Raymond” and “Hitch” star Kevin James November 14 – 15 when they perform together at the Terry Fator Theatre. Romano will charm the audience with his smooth comedic style while James will entertain audience members with his quick wit.
Whoopi Goldberg, Bette Midler, Ricky Gervais & More Remember Iconic Comedienne Joan Rivers
by Tyler Peterson
- Sep 4, 2014
Friends, colleagues, and members of the theatre industy have started turning to Twitter to express their sorrow at the news. BWW will continue to update the reactions as they are posted.Friends, colleagues, and members of the theatre industry have started turning to Twitter to express their sorrow at the news. BWW will continue to update the reactions as they are posted.
Don Rickles Returning to The Orleans Showroom, 10/11-12
by Tyler Peterson
- Sep 3, 2014
Continuing his record-breaking 55th consecutive year as a Las Vegas headliner, internationally renowned comedian, actor and entertainer Don Rickles is set to perform at The Orleans Showroom October 11 and 12.
Don Rickles Set for Orleans Showroom This Weekend
by BWW News Desk
- Aug 16, 2014
Continuing his record-breaking 55th consecutive year as a Las Vegas headliner, internationally renowned comedian, actor and entertainer Don Rickles is set to perform at The Orleans Showroom this weekend, August 16 and 17.
Don Rickles Returns to Las Vegas at The Orleans Showroom This Weekend
by BWW News Desk
- Aug 16, 2014
Returning to Las Vegas for a record-smashing 55th consecutive year, internationally renowned comedian, actor and entertainer Don Rickles is set for The Orleans Showroom in 2014. The upcoming March 22-23 dates for Don Rickles at The Orleans Hotel and Casino have been postponed to this weekend, August 16-17.
Comedian Lewis Black Returns to The Mirage in THE RANT IS DUE Tour, 10/4
by Christina Mancuso
- Aug 15, 2014
Actor, playwright and comedian Lewis Black will return to The Mirage, bringing his spot-on social and political humor to the Terry Fator Theatre during his THE RANT IS DUE TOUR. The comedian is a four-time GRAMMY Award-nominee and two-time winner for his albums The Carnegie Hall Performance and Stark Raving Black.
Seth Rudetsky Heading to Feinstein's at the Nikko, 9/13-14
by Tyler Peterson
- Aug 13, 2014
Sirius/XM radio's Broadway host, Seth Rudetsky, is bringing his hilarious one-man show - Seth's Big Fat Broadway - to Feinstein's at the Nikko for two performances only - Saturday, September 13 (7 p.m.) and Sunday, September 14 (7 p.m.). Seth's Big Fat Broadway is described as a combination of 'America's Funniest Home Videos' and 'The Daily Show.' The 90-minute tour-de-force features his trademark 'deconstructions,' in which Rudetsky uses his audio/video collection to break down brilliant performances from beloved Broadway divas (Patti LuPone, Betty Buckley) as well as showcase mind-boggling videos like The Osmonds singing a medley from Fiddler On The Roof or Cher performing all of West Side Story. Seriously. This award-winning show recently played to a sold-out crowd in London where it received 5-star reviews and was called 'blindingly brilliant' 'unmissably fantastic' 'hysterical', a 'must-see'! Tickets for Seth Rudetsky range in price from $35 - $50 and are on-sale now and available by calling 866.663.1063 or visiting www.ticketweb.com.
Kathy Griffin Continues 2014 Aces of Comedy Series Tonight at The Mirage
by BWW News Desk
- Aug 9, 2014
The witty Kathy Griffin will return to the Aces of Comedy lineup at The Mirage tonight, Aug. 9. The two-time Emmy winner, New York Times best-selling author and three-time GRAMMY nominee has made audiences laugh for years discussing Hollywood gossip and celebrity blunders. Griffin starred in her own reality show “My Life on the D-List,” which aired for six seasons on Bravo.
Series Premiere of GSN's SKIN WARS is Rating's Hit
by Caryn Robbins
- Aug 8, 2014
GSN's debut last night of body painting competition series, SKIN WARS, hosted by actress Rebecca Romijn, became the network's second-most watched original series premiere in its history
|
|