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Syfy launches the next generation of arena combat when 12 state-of-the-art robots and 24 courageous contestants enter the ring in the hotly-anticipated new competition series, Robot Combat League, premiering Tuesday, February 26 at 10PM ET/PT. Each week, Robot Combat League, hosted by Chris Jericho, the wildly popular WWE superstar, features tournament-style battles between eight-foot tall humanoid robots controlled by a human fighter ("robo-jockey") and an engineer ("robo-tech"). Robot Combat League is produced by Smart Dog Media, with Craig Plestis serving as executive producer.

Actors Terrence Mann and Charlotte d'Amboise break from PIPPIN to discuss their work in it, their characters, and the changes in theme from the original to Diane Paulus' circus-themed current production.

The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. The pre-Broadway 'Big Fish,' a 'Fela!' tour, some long-running shows extend, Theo Ubique lights up the winter, Glencoe's 'Sweet Charity' jazz club, 'Lady Day,' two 'Grand Night' revues and more!

I had the great pleasure of sitting down with Andrew Laubscher and Mathew Lewis to chat about the show, The Pink Couch and their respective careers in the theatre.

trick, or most commonly, the bullet catch - but the wonder and awe it instills has remained constant. Written and performed by Rob Drummond, the Edinburgh incarnation of this infamous trick offers its audience even more.

There are two kinds of people in the world, says storyteller Jenna Watt: bystanders and flâneurs. The former are those who see a stranger in the midst of a random attack such as a mugging, and dismiss their responsibility to the stranger in need. The latter, the flâneurs of the world, are those who take action; flâneurs are the vigilante heroes of the modern urban landscape.

Camille Claudel waits patiently, a sculpture herself, as the audience enters the studio theatre of the Pleasance Courtyard. Her smile, welcoming but manic, is directed at each individual as they tentatively join the space.

CCP presents 18th year of bringing Jersey voices to the community. The festival highlights New Jersey playwrights over a two weekend run.

CCP presents 18th year of bringing Jersey voices to the community. The festival highlights New Jersey playwrights over a two weekend run.

Join us on Sunday, August 19 and Monday, August 20 at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre to purchase season tickets with special offers only during this event from our resident companies - Gas South Broadway Series, Jazz Roots - A new Jazz series offered by the Cobb Energy Centre Foundation, The Atlanta Opera and Atlanta Ballet. Additionally arts patrons can "test drive your seats" for the 2012/2013 season!

The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. The 'Apocalyptour,' two Sondheim/Lapine productions, Hunter Bell and Jeff Bowen visit Northlight, 'The Last Five Years,' Spider Saloff writes and stars, that 'Smash'ing season finale, and more....

The 78th Annual Drama League Awards will be held at the Marriott Marquis Times Square on Friday, May 18, 2012 at noon. Check out the 2012 Drama League Nominees for Distinguished Production of a Play, Distinguished Production of a Musical, Distinguished Revival of a Play, Distinguished Revival of a Musical, and the much coveted Distinguished Performance Award.

The N-Y Historical Society has announced the following upcoming events. For tickets to Public Programs, please call the New-York Historical Society's new call center at (212) 485-9268 or visithttp://www.nyhistory.org/programs. Programs $24 (Members $12) unless otherwise noted.

The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. 'Show Boat' and 'South Pacific' in the Loop, the Grammys, Whitney Houston's showtune connections, 'Charlie Brown,' 'Pippin' and more....

In the days that followed the 9/11 attacks, Circle leaders and members of the Assassins production team were forced to consider closing the show (included in Sondheim's musical is the character of Samuel Byck, an unsuccessful presidential assassin who talks vividly about flying an airplane into the White House to kill President Richard Nixon in 1968. As Circle leaders discussed whether to shutter the show for a weekend, or to cancel the remaining three weeks of the show's run, the show's cast members debated whether or not they could justify to themselves, their friends and their families their own decision to continue with the show in the days just after the deadliest attack ever on American soil.

If you haven't seen a Pinter play...do some research before you head to Center Stage.

Directed and choreographed by Tony®Award-winner Bill T. Jones, FELA! opened in LonDon Starring Sahr Ngaujah, who originated the role and currently appears in the Broadway production. Kevin Mambo, who shares the role with Mr. Ngaujah in NYC, will also join the otherwise all-British cast for a limited run. The Broadway production will continue its open-ended run.

Conveniently located in the heart of Times Square near Penn Station and Port Authority, The B.B. King Blues Club & Grill offers music fans a unique experience. Owned by the Bensusan Family, proprietors of the world renowned Blue Note Jazz Club, the club features world-class musical talent and consists of two distinct spaces: the Showcase Room & Lucille's Grill.

As previously reported, Nederlander Sales & Patron Services, Camp Broadway®, Broadwayworld.com and Planet Hollywood presented the 2nd annual Educators Expo on Monday, September 20 at the Minskoff Theatre. The At This Stage Education Expo showcased the wide variety of educational programs being offered by Broadway and Off-Broadway shows, Times Square area attractions and other industry service organizations. BroadwayWorld was on hand and brings you photo coverage below.