Meyers News

Every artistic company wishes it could come up with a seasonal title that could be come a holiday tradition - their own Nutcracker, Messiah or Christmas Carol to rely on every December.

Theatre criticism, they say, is in crisis. Follow the news feed of any theatre practitioner on any social media platform, and chances are that an impassioned debate will arise on the subject at some point. BroadwayWorld Contributing Editor David Fick takes a look at nature of criticism, its relevance and place in contemporary society and the ability of critics themselves to perceive the theatrical act.

Birdland was abuzz this past Thursday night in celebration of Barbara Fasano's fresh-off-the-press CD, Busy Being Free. Industry types table-hopped among civilians--they know a good thing when they hear it--as anticipation swelled. Gift wrapped in tapestry blue, Fasano was accompanied by three of the six excellent musicians on her recording: Musical Director/Pianist/Arranger John di Martino, with Boris Koslov on bass, and Vince Cherico on drums.

The One-Minute Play Festival, Boston Public Works Theater Company, and Boston Playwrights' Theatre continue their dynamic annual partnership for The 5th Annual Boston One-Minute Play Festival, with part of the proceeds to benefit new play programing and artist funding at Boston Public Works Theater Company and Boston Playwrights' Theatre.

On last night's LATE NIGHT, music guest Andrea Bocelli performed PHANTOM OF THE OPERA's 'The Music of the Night' from his new album 'Cinema.'

Democratic Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton stopped by last night's LATE NIGHT to talk about gun control, Donald Trump and much more.

Voting is fully underway for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Phoenix Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 11. Nominations were reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting runs through December 31.

Voting is fully underway for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Boise Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 11. Nominations were reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting runs through December 31.

Tonight's episode of TruTV's BILLY ON THE STREET will feature Christmas Trivia with special guest Will Ferrell. The show airs 10:30 p.m. ET on truTV.

At 12:35 a.m. ET, an encore week of “Late Night with Seth Meyers” earned a 0.51 in 18-49 and 1.648 million viewers overall, best for a week of “Late Night” rebroadcasts in both measures since Dec. 22-26, 2014 (0.55 in 18-49, 1.678 million viewers).

The Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin stopped by last night's LATE NIGHT to perform 'I Will Survive' from her new album 'Aretha Franklin Sings The Great Diva Classics.'

Jesse Plemons stopped by last night's LATE NIGHT to talk about his hit FX series FARGO and his past series BREAKING BAD and FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS.

Adam Driver stopped by last night's LATE NIGHT to talk about his new film STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS and his recent crazy comic-con experience.

In this week's epiosde of truTV's BILLY ON THE STREET titled “Christmas On the Street with Will Ferrell!”, Will Ferrell and Billy ambush New Yorkers with Christmas presents, holiday trivia and Yuletide cheer!

“Late Night with Seth Meyers” welcomes Democratic presidential front-runner and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton for her first appearance tonight, Dec. 10 (12:35 a.m. ET on NBC).

“The Voice” (2.7/9 in 18-49, 12.9 million viewers overall from 8-9 p.m. ET) grows +4% week to week in adults 18-49 (2.7 vs. 2.6) and +7% in total viewers (12.934 million vs. 12.127 million)

On last night's LATE NIGHT, music guest Elle King performed her new single 'Under The Influence' for the studio audience. Watch the appearance below!

On last night's LATE NIGHT, guest Michelle Dockery chatted about the end of her hit series Downton Abbey. Check out clips from the appearance below!

On last night's LATE NIGHT, guest Jason Schwartzman spoke about participating on his friend Bill Murray's upcoming Christmas special.

Taraji P. Henson and Terrence Howard are teaming up to spread cheer, goodwill and some holiday magic in TARAJI AND TERRENCE'S WHITE HOT HOLIDAYS, an all-new music and variety special airing tonight, Dec. 9 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT), on FOX.