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Real-Life Talk Show Hosts to Guest on VH1's Upcoming Scripted Series DAYTIME DIVAS
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 18, 2017


VH1 today announced a plethora of guest stars joining DAYTIME DIVAS including Star Jones, Tamera Mowry-Housley ('The Real') and the co-hosts of 'The View.'

Philippe Bowgen, Donald Faison, Hal Linden, Justin Long, Luna Velez and More Tapped for PICASSO AT THE LAPIN AGILE at The Old Globe; Cast, Creatives Set!
by BWW News Desk - Jan 6, 2017


The Old Globe today announced the complete cast and creative team for its revival of Steve Martin's clever and crowd-pleasing comedy hit Picasso at the Lapin Agile.

Tony Winner Marissa Jaret Winokur & More Set for New Comedy Specials on Logo
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 22, 2016


Logo today announced that 'RuPaul's Drag Race' season 6 winner and fan favorite Bianca DelRio will star in "Not Today Bianca," two original half-hour comedy specials that follow the drag queen superstar as she takes on Hollywood.

Tony Nominee Norm Lewis Joins VH1's DAYTIME DIVAS in Recurring Role
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 4, 2016


VH1 today announced that two-time Emmy Award-winning actress, Kristen Johnston and Broadway's Norm Lewis (PORGY & BESS) will join the network's latest scripted series DAYTIME DIVAS in recurring roles.

Logo Announces Two All-New Comedy Specials from RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE Champion Bianca Del Rio
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 27, 2016


Logo today announced that RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE season 6 winner and fan favorite Bianca Del Rio will star in “Not Today Bianca,” two original half-hour comedy specials that follow the drag queen superstar as she takes on Hollywood.

Comedy Central's Psychedelic Animated Series TRIPTANK Returns 6/20
by BWW News Desk - Jun 20, 2016


Summer's here and it's time for some mind-bending animation to kick it off as Comedy Central's psychedelic animated series TRIPTANK returns with ten all-new episodes beginning Monday, June 20

Comedy Central's Psychedelic Animated Series TRIPTANK Returns 6/20
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 9, 2016


Summer's here and it's time for some mind-bending animation to kick it off as Comedy Central's psychedelic animated series TRIPTANK returns with ten all-new episodes beginning Monday, June 20

Fashion Musical SHOES AND BAGGAGE Begins Previews Tonight Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - May 5, 2016


Nancy Manocherian's the cell presents the World Premiere of SHOES & BAGGAGE, a one-woman musical about the 'high of the buy.' It is written and performed by Broadway veteran Cheryl Stern (La Cage Aux Folles, The Women) with music by Drama Desk nominee Tom Kochan (Almost, Maine). Directed by Joe Barros, previews begin tonight, May 5, at the cell with opening slated for Thursday, May 12. This limited engagement is produced on an Off-Broadway contract.

Fashion Musical SHOES AND BAGGAGE Begins Previews This Week Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - May 2, 2016


Nancy Manocherian's the cell presents the World Premiere of SHOES & BAGGAGE, a one-woman musical about the "high of the buy." It is written and performed by Broadway veteran Cheryl Stern (La Cage Aux Folles, The Women) with music by Drama Desk nominee Tom Kochan (Almost, Maine). Directed by Joe Barros , previews begin May 5 at the cell with opening slated for Thursday, May 12.

Andy Richter to Host Ultimate CELEBRITY FOOD FIGHT on Food Network
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 28, 2016


Catch all the action unfold on CELEBRITY FOOD FIGHT, with double episodes premiering on Sunday, May 29th at 10pm & 10:30pm ET/PT on Food Network.

Broadway Rock Star Brooke Moriber Performs at Mercury Lounge Today
by BWW News Desk - Apr 20, 2016


And with a commanding stage presence and vocal prowess that comes from years of experience it seems she has no intentions of pumping the breaks anytime soon, as you can see her perform tonight, April 20th, 8PM w/ The Slim Kings (Feat. legendary Billy Joel drummer Liberty DeVitto) at Mercury Lounge, 217 E Houston St, New York, NY 10002.

Broadway Rock Star Brooke Moriber to Return to NYC at Mercury Lounge
by BWW News Desk - Apr 14, 2016


And with a commanding stage presence and vocal prowess that comes from years of experience it seems she has no intentions of pumping the breaks anytime soon, as you can see her perform Wednesday, April 20th at Mercury Lounge.

Logo to Premiere All-New GAY FOR PLAY GAME SHOW STARRING RUPAUL, 4/11
by TV News Desk - Apr 11, 2016


You don't need to be gay to play, but it sure does help! GAY FOR PLAY GAME SHOW STARRING RUPAUL the all-new, over-the-top game show hosted by RuPaul premieres Monday, April 11 at 10PM ET/PT on Logo.

Photo Coverage: Alec Baldwin, Spike Lee & More Celebrate NYU Tisch School of the Arts
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Apr 5, 2016


NYU Tisch School of the Arts just celebrated its 50th Anniversary Gala, 'Celebrating the Past/Creating the Future,' last night, April 4, 2016, at Jazz at Lincoln Center's Frederick P. Rose Hall. The gala event was hosted by alumni Alec Baldwin ('94) and Spike Lee ('82). BroadwayWorld brings you photos from inside the special night below!

Alec Baldwin, Spike Lee Host NYU Tisch School of the Arts' 50th Anniversary Gala Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Apr 4, 2016


NYU Tisch School of the Arts fetes its alumni honorees at its 50th Anniversary Gala, 'Celebrating the Past/Creating the Future,' tonight, April 4, 2016, at Jazz at Lincoln Center's Frederick P. Rose Hall. The gala event will be hosted by alumni Alec Baldwin ('94) and Spike Lee ('82).

Broadway's Brooke Moriber to Perform Rock Set at Mercury Lounge Wednesday, 4/20
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 18, 2016


With her new single "Fire" out now, and having torn up the stages at New Jersey's Wellmont Theatre with the Gin Blossoms and NYC's Rockwood Music Hall- singer/songwriter, rocker, and Broadway sensation Brooke Moriber has been building a ton of momentum in the start of 2016! And with a commanding stage presence and vocal prowess that comes from years of experience it seems she has no intentions of pumping the breaks anytime soon, as you can see her perform Wednesday, April 20th, 8PM w/ The Slim Kings (Feat. legendary Billy Joel drummer Liberty DeVitto) at Mercury Lounge- 217 E Houston St, New York, NY 10002!

Alec Baldwin, Spike Lee to Host NYU Tisch School of the Arts' 50th Anniversary Gala
by BWW News Desk - Mar 9, 2016


NYU Tisch School of the Arts today announced its alumni honorees for its 50th Anniversary Gala, Celebrating the Past/Creating the Future, to be held on Monday, April 4, 2016, at Jazz at Lincoln Center's Frederick P. Rose Hall. The gala event will be hosted by alumni Alec Baldwin ('94) and Spike Lee ('82).

New One-Woman Musical SHOES AND BAGGAGE to Open Off-Broadway
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 7, 2016


Nancy Manocherian's the cell presents the World Premiere of SHOES & BAGGAGE, a one-woman musical about the "high of the buy." Written and performed by Broadway veteran Cheryl Stern (La Cage Aux Folles, The Women), it is directed by Joe Barros with music by Emmy Award-winning composer Tom Kochan. Previews begin May 5 at the cell with opening slated for Thursday, May 12. NOTE: this limited engagement is produced on an Off-Broadway contract.

Logo to Premiere All-New GAY FOR PLAY GAME SHOW STARRING RUPAUL, 4/11
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 3, 2016


You don't need to be gay to play, but it sure does help! GAY FOR PLAY GAME SHOW STARRING RUPAUL the all-new, over-the-top game show hosted by RuPaul premieres Monday, April 11 at 10PM ET/PT on Logo.

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