Kristen Johnston News

TV Land announced today that the network is moving forward with three sitcoms - two new series and a renewal for 'Retired at 35.' These series join 'Hot in Cleveland' which is now up to a 24 episode order for season three. These pick-ups take TV Land from zero to four scripted sitcoms within less than a year's time, along with several additional sitcoms in development.

TV Land announced today that the network is moving forward with three sitcoms - two new series and a renewal for 'Retired at 35.' These series join 'Hot in Cleveland' which is now up to a 24 episode order for season three. These pick-ups take TV Land from zero to four scripted sitcoms within less than a year's time, along with several additional sitcoms in development.

59E59 Theaters (Elysabeth Kleinhans, Artistic Director; Peter Tear, Executive Producer) launches Americas Off Broadway with the New York City premiere of the Olivier Award-nominated comedy LOVE SONG, written and directed by John Kolvenbach. Produced by Jaimie Mayer Phinney/Don't Eat The Pictures Productions in association with Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater, LOVE SONG begins previews on Tuesday, April 5 for a limited engagement through Sunday, May 8.

59E59 Theaters (Elysabeth Kleinhans, Artistic Director; Peter Tear, Executive Producer) launches Americas Off Broadway with the New York City premiere of the Olivier Award-nominated comedy LOVE SONG, written and directed by John Kolvenbach. Produced by Jaimie Mayer Phinney/Don't Eat The Pictures Productions in association with Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater, LOVE SONG begins previews on Tuesday, April 5 for a limited engagement through Sunday, May 8.

Furthering TV Land's expansion into the original sitcom landscape, the network announced today that it has signed several popular television and film actors to star in its three upcoming pilots. Fran Drescher ('The Nanny'), Tichina Arnold ('Everybody Hates Chris'), John Michael Higgins ('Best in Show,' 'Kath & Kim'), D.W. Moffett ('Friday Night Lights'), Rita Moreno ('West Side Story'), Valente Rodriguez ('George Lopez') and Robert Walden ('All The President's Men') will star in 'Happily Divorced' based on Drescher's life; Donald Faison ('Scrubs'), Wayne Knight ('Seinfeld,' 'Hot in Cleveland'), David Alan Basche ('The Starter Wife') and Kristen Johnston ('3rd Rock From The Sun') will headline an untitled Mark Reisman sitcom; and Christine Taylor ('Zoolander,' 'Arrested Development'), Barry Watson ('Samantha Who?,' '7th Heaven') and Sherri Shepherd ('The View,' '30 Rock') will star in a comedy pilot by Terri Minsky tentatively titled 'Rip City.' Anne Meara ('The King of Queens') will guest star in Minsky's show. All three pilots, which were previously announced in January, will be multi-camera and will tape in front of live audiences in February.

The First Annual ÜBERBOWL, the brainchild of Drama Desk Award winner Bradford Louryk (creator and star of the internationally critically acclaimed Christine Jorgensen Reveals), is the only event of its kind: a revolutionary alternative to that other football game, for the incredibly fashionable, highly selective, and very nothing about sports. AT ALL. discriminating. Featuring live commentary by celebrity culture gurus who know Like other parties surrounding the 2011 Championship game, the evening will feature a bigscreen viewing of the match, but the similarities stop there. Instead of the babble of sports experts on the sidelines, The Überbowl will feature hilarious live commentary by a panel of celebrities and culture gurus who have never seen a football game.

Joe's Pub at The Public Theater debuted in October 1998 and has quickly became one of New York City's most celebrated and in-demand showcase venues for live music and performance. With its genre-blind booking and vast diversity of interests, the stage at Joe's Pub gives voice to a world of varied and stellar artists.

Joe's Pub at The Public Theater debuted in October 1998 and has quickly became one of New York City's most celebrated and in-demand showcase venues for live music and performance. With its genre-blind booking and vast diversity of interests, the stage at Joe's Pub gives voice to a world of varied and stellar artists.

The First Annual ÜBERBOWL, the brainchild of Drama Desk Award winner Bradford Louryk (creator and star of the internationally critically acclaimed Christine Jorgensen Reveals), is the only event of its kind: a revolutionary alternative to that other football game, for the incredibly fashionable, highly selective, and very nothing about sports. AT ALL. discriminating. Featuring live commentary by celebrity culture gurus who know Like other parties surrounding the 2011 Championship game, the evening will feature a bigscreen viewing of the match, but the similarities stop there. Instead of the babble of sports experts on the sidelines, The Überbowl will feature hilarious live commentary by a panel of celebrities and culture gurus who have never seen a football game.

The 2009 Drama Desk Award winner Celebrity Autobiography will perform a special New Year's Eve show on Friday, December 31 at 10pm at New York's Triad Theater, 158 West 72 Street, with a cast that is scheduled to include Rick Holmes (The Pillowman, Spamalot), Cady Huffman (Tony winner for The Producers), Kristen Johnston (Emmy winner for 'Third Rock from the Sun'), Andrea Martin (Tony winner for My Favorite Year), Christopher Sieber (Shrek, Tony nominee for Spamalot), and the show's creators Emmy nominee Eugene Pack and Dayle Reyfel.

Tired of the turkey? Sick of Santa? Gagging on gifts? Come to Long Wharf Theatre this holiday season for a slice of irreverent comedy, poking fun at our obsession with celebrity.

The 2009 Drama Desk Award winner Celebrity Autobiography will perform a special New Year's Eve show on Friday, December 31 at 10pm at New York's Triad Theater, 158 West 72 Street, with a cast that is scheduled to include Rick Holmes (The Pillowman, Spamalot), Cady Huffman (Tony winner for The Producers), Kristen Johnston (Emmy winner for 'Third Rock from the Sun'), Andrea Martin (Tony winner for My Favorite Year), Christopher Sieber (Shrek, Tony nominee for Spamalot), and the show's creators Emmy nominee Eugene Pack and Dayle Reyfel.

Tired of the turkey? Sick of Santa? Gagging on gifts? Come to Long Wharf Theatre this holiday season for a slice of irreverent comedy, poking fun at our obsession with celebrity.

Chris Isaacson in association with UPRIGHT CABARET announced the world premiere of Jennifer Leigh Warren starring in 'LITTLE WOMAN/BIG VOICE: The Songs of Dame Shirley Bassey,' which will make its Los Angeles debut in Spring 2011. Acclaimed Director Richard Jay-Alexander (Barbra Streisand, Bette Midler 'Kiss My Brass' Tour, Bernadette Peters) is at the helm.

The 2009 Drama Desk Award winner and 2010 Bistro Award winner Celebrity Autobiography: In Their Own Words performs two shows tonight Monday, October 18 at 7:30 and 9:30pm, at New York's Triad Theater, 158 West 72 Street.

The 2009 Drama Desk Award winner and 2010 Bistro Award winner Celebrity Autobiography: In Their Own Words returned for a new season with two shows on Monday, September 20 at New York's Triad Theater. The cast will featured Scott Adsit, Craig Bierko, Matthew Broderick, Rachel Dratch, Kristen Johnston, Eugene Pack, Dayle Reyfel, and Alan Zweibel. BroadwayWorld was on hand and brings you photo coverage below!

The 2009 Drama Desk Award winner and 2010 Bistro Award winner Celebrity Autobiography: In Their Own Words returns for a new season with two shows on Monday, September 20, at 7:30 and 9:30pm, at New York's Triad Theater, 158 West 72 Street. The cast will feature Scott Adsit, Craig Bierko, Matthew Broderick, Rachel Dratch, Kristen Johnston, Eugene Pack, Dayle Reyfel, and Alan Zweibel.

The 2009 Drama Desk Award winner and 2010 Bistro Award winner Celebrity Autobiography: In Their Own Words returns for a new season with two shows on Monday, September 20, at 7:30 and 9:30pm, at New York's Triad Theater, 158 West 72 Street. The cast will feature Scott Adsit, Craig Bierko, Matthew Broderick, Rachel Dratch, Kristen Johnston, Eugene Pack, Dayle Reyfel, and Alan Zweibel.

Red Hour Films, Lauren Versel, Molly Hassell, Maria Teresa Arida and Lucky Monkey Pictures announced today that Marilu Henner, Zak Orth and Malcolm McDowell have joined the cast of writer/director Amy Heckerling's new feature film VAMPS. Written and to be directed by Heckerling, VAMPS tells the modern day tale of two young beautiful female vampires (Alicia Silverstone, Krysten Ritter) living the good nightlife in New York until love enters the picture and each has to make a choice that will jeopardize her immortality.

The Plum Theatre Company presents David Caudle's SOUTH BEACH RAPTURE as part of the 14th Annual New York International Fringe Festival with remaining performances set for Saturday, August 21 at 11:00pm; Sunday, August 22 at 4:15pm; Monday, August 23 at 3:45pm and Wednesday, August 25 at 7:45pm at Dixon Place (161A Chrystie Street). Michelle Bossy, Associate Artistic Director of Primary Stages, is set to direct. Running time is approximately 90 minutes. Tickets are $15 in advance, $18 at the door. Advance tickets are available at www.fringenyc.org or by calling 866-468-7619.