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Today, more than 25 cultural influencers and 60 U.S. Mayors joined the coalition of best-in-class organizations and activists pledging to 'Wear Orange' a color that symbolizes the value of human life on June 2 nd

Austin Film Festival (AFF) announces its 2014 Jury and Audience Awards. A record number of scripts were received and Finalists were reviewed by an industry jury.

Make room for ogre-sized family fun as the greatest fairy tale never told comes to life in a whole new way in this breathtaking Broadway musical adaptation of the hit movie SHREK!, opening at the Manatee Performing Arts Center on Thursday February 13 and playing through Sunday March 2.

From the imagination of John Adrian Tomlin comes the gripping sequel of 'The Imaginarium Machine,' a tale of dystopian science fiction set in 'The Imaginarium World.' This gripping story takes place in a grim future wherein humanity has been enslaved by a technological despot, and follows a band of freedom fighters as they fight to liberate the Earth from the tyrant's rule.

With his soulful voice, trademark fedora and earthy, Southern manner, Michael Grimm charmed millions of viewers as a contestant on Season Five of NBC's popular America's Got Talent. Parlaying his substantial singer-songwriter appeal into a first-place finish, Michael took home the one-million-dollar prize and headlined the first-ever national America's Got Talent Tour. Now he's hitting the road with his Grimm's Fairytale Tour, which tells the rollercoaster story of his life in song. Opening for Grim is Austin's legendary Bill Carter.

With his soulful voice, trademark fedora and earthy, Southern manner, Michael Grimm charmed millions of viewers as a contestant on Season Five of NBC's popular America's Got Talent. Parlaying his substantial singer-songwriter appeal into a first-place finish, Michael took home the one-million-dollar prize and headlined the first-ever national America's Got Talent Tour. Now he's hitting the road with his Grimm's Fairytale Tour, which tells the rollercoaster story of his life in song. Opening for Grim is Austin's legendary Bill Carter.

Los Angeles based alternative rock band ACIDIC headlines at the legendary Troubadour (9081 Santa Monica Blvd. in West Hollywood,) with That Noise, thatwasthen, Albert Garrett and the Bad Romantics, and Plastic Revolution tonight, July 12.

Los Angeles based alternative rock band ACIDIC will headline at the legendary Troubadour (9081 Santa Monica Blvd. in West Hollywood,) with That Noise, thatwasthen, Albert Garrett and the Bad Romantics, and Plastic Revolution on Thursday, July 12.

GLAAD, the nation's lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) media advocacy and anti-defamation organization, today announced it will honor LGBT equality advocate, author and speaker Chaz Bono at the 23rd Annual GLAAD Media Awards presented nationally by Ketel One and Wells Fargo. Bono will receive the Stephen F. Kolzak Award at the Los Angeles Ceremony on April 21, 2012 at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, presented locally by Delta Air Lines.

GLAAD, the nation's lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) media advocacy and anti-defamation organization, today announced it will honor LGBT equality advocate, author and speaker Chaz Bono at the 23rd Annual GLAAD Media Awards presented nationally by Ketel One and Wells Fargo. Bono will receive the Stephen F. Kolzak Award at the Los Angeles Ceremony on April 21, 2012 at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, presented locally by Delta Air Lines.

The 23rd Annual GLAAD Media Awards were held last night, March 24, 2012 at the Marriott Marquis Times Square and Glee's Cory Monteith and Naya Rivera hosted the event. Check out photos from the red carpet below!

The Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD), the nation's lesbian, gay bisexual and transgender (LGBT) media advocacy and anti-defamation organization, today announced it will honor film and television producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron (Chicago, Hairspray, Smash), writer and producer Shonda Rhimes (Grey's Anatomy, Private Practice, Scandal), financial services company Wells Fargo and Facebook at the 23rd Annual GLAAD Media Awards presented by Ketel One and Wells Fargo.

The Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) just held their 10th Annual OUTAuction presented by Bud Light and ROKK Vodka! The 10th anniversary of the largest and most visible art auction event in the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) community celebrated established and emerging artists as well as recognizing GLAAD's Top 100 Artists. BoadwayWorld wa sther for the fetivities and brings you photo coverage below!

GLAAD, the nation's leading lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) media advocacy and anti-defamation organization, today published a guest blog post written by Kelly Osbourne in which she voices her support for the transgender community.

GLAAD, the nation's lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) media advocacy and anti-defamation organization, today announced plans for a series of public discussions on LGBT images in Hollywood, following director Brett Ratner's resignation as a producer of the 84th Annual Academy Awards.

Today, the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) joins millions of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people and allies by participating in Spirit Day and wearing purple. Wearing purple on this day symbolizes support for LGBT youth and taking a stand against bullying. For more information, visit: www.glaad.org/spiritday. #SpiritDay is currently trending worldwide on Twitter.

The Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) will join millions of lesbian gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people and allies by participating in Spirit Day and wearing purple on October 20, 2011.

The Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) will join millions of lesbian gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people and allies by participating in Spirit Day and wearing purple on October 20, 2011.

The Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD), the nation's lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) media advocacy and anti-defamation organization, today announced an initial list of participants in Spirit Day as well as the launch of its 'Amplify Your Voice!' public service announcement (PSA) campaign featuring celebrity talent and young people speaking out against anti-LGBT bullying.

Over 400 leaders in the advertising and market industries joined GLAAD for the 2011 Amplifier Awards to honor the best in lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) inclusive advertising, presented by Omnicom Group and in part by DRAFTFCB and ROKK Vodka, last night, October 4.