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Winners have been announced for AVENUE Q's contest to suggest what is in the box that the musical's HILLARY CLINTON puppet is giving to the DONALD TRUMP puppet.

As 2016 - inarguably one of the most unforgettable years in recent memory - comes to a close, the Tony Award-winning musical AVENUE Q will ring in the New Year with a one-of-a-kind contest featuring Hillary Clinton and President-elect Donald Trump, whose puppet likenesses joined the company of AVENUE Q to great effect during the recent election season. 

As 2016 - inarguably one of the most unforgettable years in recent memory - comes to a close, the Tony Award-winning musical AVENUE Q will ring in the New Year with a one-of-a-kind contest featuring Hillary Clinton and President-elect Donald Trump, whose puppet likenesses joined the company of AVENUE Q to great effect during the recent election season. 

Rory O'Malley (The Book of Mormon, Hamilton) didn't come out of the closet, he came out of the basement.  He survived childhood in the midwest by escaping to his subterranean rec room to perform musicals…by himself…for himself. He's finally ready to premiere his campy masterpieces in the most famous basement on Broadway, Feinstein's/54 Below, which continues tonight, December 12. 

Comedian, actor, director and producer Martin Lawrence returns with his first stand-up tour in four years - DOIN' TIME: UNCUT LIVE - playing Newark's Prudential Center in his only area performance on Sunday, December 11 at 8 p.m. Lawrence has made a triumphant homecoming to the stand-up stage, wowing audiences with his signature style of hilarious stories, social commentary and more. 

This holiday season is ideal for theatergoers and foodies in New Jersey. We have listed some of the top venues along with local dining suggestions. Check out our entertainment and restaurant pairings throughout the Garden State.

He's the man who launched Martin Lawrence, Chris Tucker,  Bernie Mac and Steve Harvey on the road to international stardom on HBO's  Def Comedy Jam : US TV producer Bob Sumner is coming to the UK next month for an in conversation ahead of a film screening.

Comedian, actor, director and producer Martin Lawrence returns with his first stand-up tour in four years - DOIN' TIME: UNCUT LIVE - playing Newark's Prudential Center in his only area performance on Sunday, December 11 at 8 p.m. Lawrence has made a triumphant homecoming to the stand-up stage, wowing audiences with his signature style of hilarious stories, social commentary and more. 

Foxwoods Resort Casino, the Northeast's premier entertainment destination, is getting into the holiday spirit early this November with a slate of iconic entertainment that is not to be missed!

Martin Lawrence Galleries (MLG) South Coast has partnered with the City of Costa Mesa to declare October 2016 as Mark Kostabi Month. Kostabi will be presented with a proclamation from Costa Mesa's Mayor Stephen Mensinger at 'Meet the Artist: Mark Kostabi.' Kostabi is a prominent figure from the New York 1984 East Village art scene. The public art reception will take place October 22, 2016, from 7-9PM. MLG South Coast is located at 3333 Bear Street, Suite 202, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. 'Why are the figures faceless? It's a universal language free of racial limitations, and a reflection of society's fear of individuality,' said Mark Kostabi, Artist. 'The MLG South Coast has been in business for over 40 years and self-proclaimed Mark Kostabi is a California State University Fullerton alumn with Southern California roots that we associate with as a local art business,' said Kenneth W. Lawrence, Gallery Director. 'The City of Costa Mesa residents are exposed to the fine taste of performing arts, yet, to celebrate the accomplishments of Mr. Mark Kostabi shall bring inspiration to the emerging visual artists,' said Stephen Mensinger, Mayor of Costa Mesa. 'Our Cultural Arts Committee works with City Council to bring art awareness to the residents in the City of the Arts.' Martin Lawrence Galleries (MLG) is Orange County's premier Gallery of Fine Art in South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa. MLG specializes in original paintings, sculptures and limited editions by Warhol, Picasso, Chagall and many others. Appetizers will be provided by Irvine's Angelina's Pizzeria Napoletana. 'Our passion is to create artisanal meals that are authentic to Italy, so welcoming Mark Kostabi was a natural fit since he is part of Italy's art market,' said Sho Fusco, Angelina's proprietor. Wine will be supplied by Costa Mesa's art studio Inspired Art and Wine. Follow MLG South Coast on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. #KostabiMonthOct2016 Jamie Perlman, Martin Lawrence Galleries South Coast, MLGSouthCoast@martinlawrence.com. Matt Kovacs, BLAZE PR, MKovacs@blazepr.com.

Second Thought Theatre announced today details for this year's Second Thought State of Mind, an event celebrating STT and gathering support for the award-winning theatre company. The third annual Second Thought State of Mind invites guests to an evening of fun and fundraising featuring entertainment by Liz Mikel. Second Thought State of Mind will take place on Friday, November 4 at Sammons Center for the Arts.

dick clark productions announced today that Academy Award-nominated actor Eddie Murphy will be honored with the 'Hollywood Career Achievement Award' at the 20th Annual HOLLYWOOD FILM AWARDS.

On the heels of a sold-out national tour, comedy great Martin Lawrence hits the stage in this long-awaited stand-up special, MARTIN LAWRENCE DOIN' TIME: UNCUT premiering Today, September 9 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on SHOWTIME

Zachary Levi, most recently seen on Broadway in Roundabout Theater's revival of SHE LOVES ME, will produce UNIDENTIFIED, now in development at NBC.

On the heels of a sold-out national tour, comedy great Martin Lawrence hits the stage in this long-awaited stand-up special, MARTIN LAWRENCE DOIN' TIME: UNCUT premiering Friday, September 9 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on SHOWTIME

Her talent is legendary, her true story electrifying. The iconic Judy Garland comes to vivid dramatic life in Billy Van Zandt's "The Property Known as Garland", slated for performance at the Bridge Street Theatre Speakeasy, 44 West Bridge Street in Catskill, Fridays through Sundays from August 19th until the 28th.

If ever a show has become part of the 'fabric' of New York and pop culture, it is the Tony Award-winning musical Avenue Q -- with its colorful cast of humans and puppets. The ground-breaking musical hits a new landmark this summer when it celebrates its 13th anniversary on Sunday, July 31, 2013 at New World Stages (340 W. 50 St.) in New York City.

Her talent is legendary, her true story electrifying. The iconic Judy Garland comes to vivid dramatic life in Billy Van Zandt's 'The Property Known as Garland', slated for performance at the Bridge Street Theatre Speakeasy, 44 West Bridge Street in Catskill, Fridays through Sundays from August 19th until the 28th.

Zachary Levi took over hosting duties for Hoda Kotb on this morning's TODAY on NBC. The Tony nominated actor opened the show by speaking with co-host Kathie Lee Gifford about his experience starring in Roundabout Theater Company's SHE LOVES ME on Broadway.

Ruskin Group Theatre Opens A RAISIN IN THE SUN Featuring Starletta DuPois - Begins July 22nd in Los Angeles