Lucille Ball News

Richard Jay-Alexander Chats With Theatre Legend Albert Poland About His Book STAGES, Judy Garland, The Biz and More

by Robert Diamond — June 26, 2020

Getting on the phone with Albert Poland totally swept me away and into the world we love for a glorious 45 minutes.

VIDEO: Watch Ben Rimalower and Daniel Nolen Talk Diana Ross, Lucille Ball & More on 'Tuesday, Thursday'- Live at 10:30am

by Nicole Rosky — June 25, 2020

Today, Ben's 'All Beef Patti' is a?oeThe (Straight) Male Gazea?? in casting musicals and Daniel's 'Who Do You Think You Are?' is Diana Ross, Lucille Ball and Dinah Shore.

Streaming Review: TOO MANY GIRLS – The 1940 Film is a Fun Frolic

by Marina Kennedy — June 15, 2020

'Too Many Girls' is a 1940 American musical comedy film directed by George Abbott.

3-D Theatricals Announces May 1 Lineup - Jerry Mitchell and Bronson Pinchot

by Stephi Wild — April 30, 2020

Southern California's 3-D Theatricals' 3D+U has announced its special guests for 3D+U's free FANTASTICAL FRIDAYS for Friday, May 1.

Shout! Factory TV Releases all 11 Seasons of the CAROL BURNETT SHOW

by Kaitlin Milligan — April 27, 2020

Shout! Factory TV has announced that on June 1, 2020, all 11 seasons of one of the most acclaimed and influential TV series of all-time, and the winner of 25 Emmy® Awards, “The Carol Burnett Show,” will be available for viewing on streaming platforms.

Billy Van Zandt's New Memoir Takes an Insider Look at Making Sitcoms

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 22, 2020

A behind the scenes memoir from Emmy-nominated writer/producer/playwright Billy Van Zandt and his years making America's favorite (and not so favorite) sit-coms will be published on June 2, 2020.

Billy Van Zandt's New Memoir Takes an Insider Look At Making America's Favorite (And Not So Favorite) Sitcoms

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 15, 2020

A behind the scenes memoir from Emmy-nominated writer/producer/playwright Billy Van Zandt and his years making America's favorite (and not so favorite) sit-coms will be published on June 2, 2020.

Rebecca Perry's FROM JUDY TO BETTE: THE STARS OF OLD HOLLYWOOD to be Live-Streamed

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 23, 2020

Judy Garland, Lucille Ball, Bette Davis, and Betty Hutton - their stories, their comedy and their songs timelessly warm the hearts and bring hope to millions! Solo show guru Rebecca Perry is taking us back to a simpler time, with an hour-long intimate, live-streamed, fireside version of her critical

BWW Feature: BROADWAY VS. HOLLYWOOD Parte 2° LE STAR DI BROADWAY SUL GRANDE SCHERMO

by ETTORE FARRATTINI — March 19, 2020

BWW Review: A Jubilant HELLO DOLLY! at Shea's Buffalo Theatre

by Michael Rabice — March 11, 2020

Many may think that the heartwarming and brassy American musical comedy of yore with it's hummable tunes will never be seen again.

Musical Theatre West Presents Jerry Herman's MAME

by A.A. Cristi — February 27, 2020

Musical Theatre West (MTW) brings Jerry Herman's musical masterpiece Mame to Southern California for a three-week run at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center March 27 a?" April 12.

BWW Feature: THE 16TH ANNUAL DAM SHORT FILM FESTIVAL at Boulder City Theatre

by Debbie Hall — February 10, 2020

Nevada's largest film festival The 16th Annual Dam Short Film Festival returns to take movie lovers and film buffs around the globe.

The Montalbán Celebrates Ricardo Montalbán's 100th Birthday with Diversity and Inclusion

by Abigail Charpentier — January 31, 2020

In celebration of what would be legendary film and television icon Ricardo Montalbán's 100th birthday in 2020, the historic Hollywood theatre, The Montalbán, whose moniker is “where entertainment begins,” is unveiling new plans to fulfill Ricardo Montalbán's dream of diversity and inclusion.

BWW Interview: Emily Skinner of COME TO THE MOON at 42nd Street Moon Tells Tales of Working with Hal Prince, Cher and More

by Jim Munson — January 30, 2020

The inimitable Emily Skinner will be headlining 42nd Street Moon's gala fundraiser a?oeCome to the Moona?? on Tuesday, February 4th at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco.

BWW Interview: Pop Singer Tiffany Bailey Talks About Her Projects for 2020

by Don Grigware — January 28, 2020

Actress/singer Tiffany Bailey has many talents.

National Comedy Center Celebrates Comic Legend Ernie Kovacs With Special Screenings For 101st Birthday

by A.A. Cristi — January 23, 2020

The National Comedy Center, located in Jamestown, New York, celebrates legendary comedy innovator Ernie Kovacs' 101st birthday today through Saturday, January 25th with special screenings of rare video clips and highlights from his television career, along with a display of rare artifacts and never-

André De Shields Will Replace Tommy Tune For Performance at Old School Square's Crest Theatre

by Chloe Rabinowitz — January 23, 2020

Tommy Tune's anticipated performance scheduled for this year at Old School Square's Crest Theatre has been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances.

Fulton Theatre's ACT OF GOD Has Been Extended

by Chloe Rabinowitz — January 22, 2020

The nationally regarded Fulton Theatre will present the divine comedy An Act of God, February 13 - March 8, with previews February 11 and 12.

BWW Review: MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS at Fulton Theatre

by Rich Mehrenberg — January 22, 2020

I would be remiss if I neglected to recognize the real stars of this show.

BWW Review: YOU MAKE ME LAUGH: A LOVE SONG TO GILDA RADNER at Temple Isaiah Ballroom

by Kay Kudukis — January 20, 2020

Accompanied by Wayne Abravenel on keyboards, cabaret performer Francesca Amari takes us through Gilda Radner's early years, her loves, and her ultimate challenge, facing her own death, through storytelling and song.