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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.

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.

Will Smith and Martin Lawrence are back on the case in the roles that launched the dynamic duo to global superstardom in BAD BOYS FOR LIFE. The action-packed comedy that has earned over $400 million dollars at the worldwide box office and a Certified Fresh rating by Rotten Tomatoes, explodes onto Digital March 31 and 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD April 21 from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. BAD BOYS FOR LIFE was produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, Will Smith and Doug Belgrad, executive produced by Chad Oman, Barry Waldman, Mike Stenson and James Lassiter and directed by Adil & Bilall.

Richard Alston is a man who doesn't need reviews any more. With a choreographic career spanning over fifty years (“entirely lacking any strategic plan” by his own admission), there is not much that hasn't been said. Alston is also adamant that this Final Edition is a celebration and not a funeral but there are moments in his generous mixed bill that feel heavily bittersweet. With the company closing after 25 years due to funding restrictions, Alston's work could always be guaranteed to bring quality additions to the dance calendar and its absence will be sorely felt.

Netflix Is A Joke, Netflix's comedy brand, is throwing a week-long comedy festival, Netflix Is A Joke Fest. Produced by Netflix in association with Live Nation, the star-studded celebration of comedy will take over Los Angeles April 27th - May 3rd and feature live stand-up shows, special events and activations with Netflix comedians and artists from around the world. Featured Netflix talent include Ali Wong, Amy Schumer, Bill Burr, Dave Chappelle, David Letterman, Jamie Foxx, Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin, Kevin Hart, Martin Lawrence, Sebastian Maniscalco, the cast of Schitt's Creek and more. The fest will also include STAND OUT: An LGBTQ+ Celebration  with headliners Alan Carr, Hannah Gadsby, Margaret Cho, Rosie O'Donnell, Sandra Bernhard, Wanda Sykes and more.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that James Lipton, executive producer, writer, and host of the Bravo cable television series Inside the Actors Studio, has died at age 93.

The Colony Theatre in Burbank has announced The Colony Comedy Series - Hosted by Damon Williams, three evenings of non-stop laughter beginning on Friday, April 17, and continuing on Friday, June 26, and Saturday, August 22. Curtain will be at 8pm for all three shows.

Emmy-nominated, People's Choice award-winning producer-actress-playwright passed away from a fifteen month battle with pancreatic cancer in Los Angeles, California, on February 4, 2020, surrounded by family and friends. She was 64 years old.

EstrellaTV announced today that it is premiering 'Nos Cayó La Noche,'a new late night format show, with Mexican YouTube sensation Alex Montiel, also known as 'Escorpion Dorado.'

The former “High School Musical” icon stars in the new film “Bad Boys for Life” with Will Smith and Martin Lawrence.

Will Smith talks about working with Martin Lawrence in the Bad Boys franchise and getting starstruck by Eddie Murphy.

Tyler Perry shares why he missed out on a photo with Eddie Murphy, Will Smith, Martin Lawrence and Wesley Snipes at his historic movie studio and how the ending of his Netflix thriller, A Fall from Grace, is his biggest twist yet.

“The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” has won the late-night ratings week of Jan. 6-10 in the key demographic of adults 18-49, as well as men and women 18-49 and adults, men and women 25-54, according to “live plus same day” figures from Nielsen Media Research.

The 28th Annual Bounce Trumpet Awards, an exciting and inspirational night recognizing African-American achievements and contributions, world premieres Sunday, January 12 at 9:00 p.m. ET on Bounce.

Here is a list of this week's guests on 'The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon.'

Nationally syndicated morning talk show “Live with Kelly and Ryan” announces the lineup of guests appearing on the program the week of Jan. 6–10.

Here is the schedule of upcoming episode of 'The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon!'

In this all-new edition, LeBron James and Maverick Carter are joined by four-time Grammy winner Will Smith, six-time MLB All-Star pitcher CC Sabathia, stand-up comedian and actor Martin Lawrence, rapper, songwriter and activist Chance The Rapper and marketing executive Paul Rivera.

SJ Presents announces the Thanksgiving Comedy Fest on Saturday, November 30, 2019 at 8:00 p.m.

AEG Presents announced today The LIT AF Tour, hosted by Martin Lawrence, will embark on another nationwide tour in 2020. The 25+ date tour will kick off on Friday, January 31, 2020 in Washington, D.C. at the Capital One Arena and conclude on Saturday, May 30, 2020 in Honolulu, Hawai'i. Other stops include Barclays and Little Caesars Arena in Detroit.