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Christina Hendricks to Host 2013 P&G Beauty & Grooming Awards
by Jennifer Diamond - Nov 9, 2013

P&G Canada announced that Emmy-nominated TV actress Christina Hendricks will host the fifth annual P&G Beauty & Grooming Awards on December 2, 2013. Best known for her portrayal of 'Joan Holloway' on AMC's critically acclaimed series Mad Men, the former model and one of Hollywood's most beautiful actresses will grace the stage as P&G celebrates the best Canadian editorial and creative talent in beauty, fashion and grooming. Hendricks joins Nia Vardalos, Queen Latifah, Kim Cattrall and Rob Lowe who have served as previous hosts.

Marilu Henner Hosts Elios Charitable Foundation's 2013 Hellenic Charity Ball Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Nov 2, 2013

The Elios Charitable Foundation announced today the program and honorees for the highly anticipated 9th Hellenic Charity Ball, to be held tonight, November 2, 2013 at Westin St. Francis on Union Square (335 Powell Street, San Francisco).

John Corbett to Join Jennifer Lopez & Kristin Chenoweth in THE BOY NEXT DOOR
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 14, 2013

In THE BOY NEXT DOOR, Lopez plays a recently separated mother who enters into a relationship with teenage boy - when she breaks things off suddenly, he channels FATAL ATTRACTION, and she discovers that he's not quite ready to let her go. Chenoweth will take on the role of her best friend, while Corbett will play Lopez's ex-husband.

Marilu Henner to Host Elios Charitable Foundation's 2013 Hellenic Charity Ball, 11/2
by BWW News Desk - Sep 8, 2013

The Elios Charitable Foundation announced today the program and honorees for the highly anticipated 9th Hellenic Charity Ball, to be held on Saturday, November 2, 2013 at Westin St. Francis on Union Square (335 Powell Street, San Francisco). One of San Francisco's most star-studded events, the biennial gala pays tribute to distinguished arts and entertainment luminaries in the Greek-American community and is the principal source of funding for the Elios Charitable Foundation. This year's honorees include San Francisco Symphony trumpet player, Chris Bogios and his son, Counting Crows drummer, Jim Bogios; internationally acclaimed tenor, Mario Frangoulis; and American film producer, Stratton Leopold. 2009 Hellenic Charity Ball Honoree,Marilu Henner, will be the evening's emcee.

Jeff Garlin Stars in DEALIN' WITH IDIOTS at Music Box Theatre, Opening Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jul 12, 2013

Curb Your Enthusiasm co-star Jeff Garlin takes the director's chair with his youth baseball comedy Dealin' With Idiots from IFC Films, opening in Chicago tonight, July 12 at Music Box Theatre, 3733 N. Southport Avenue.

Jeff Garlin to Star in DEALIN' WITH IDIOTS at Music Box Theatre, Opening 7/12
by BWW News Desk - Jul 4, 2013

Curb Your Enthusiasm co-star Jeff Garlin takes the director's chair with his youth baseball comedy Dealin' With Idiots from IFC Films, opening in Chicago July 12 at Music Box Theatre, 3733 N. Southport Avenue.

Photo Flash: SLEEPLESS IN SEATTLE's Opening Night Celebrations at Pasadena Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - Jun 3, 2013

The Pasadena Playhouse, in association with David Shor Productions, presents SLEEPLESS IN SEATTLE - THE MUSICAL. The world premiere presentation opened last night, June 2, 2013 at The Pasadena Playhouse. BroadwayWorld has photos from the opening night curtain call and party below!

Jeff Garlin, Tippi Hedren, & More Set for Music Box Theatre's Summer Schedule!
by Tyler Peterson - May 29, 2013

Chicago's Music Box Theatre, 3733 N. Southport, hosts a variety of special screenings and appearances throughout the summer, including Curb Your Enthusiasm's Jeff Garlin in person for opening weekend of his new IFC Films comedy Dealing With Idiots, Hitchcock muse Tippi Hedren (The Birds) in attendance for a special matinee of Marnie and Alex Winter, aka Bill in Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure, presenting his new documentary feature Downloaded as part of the fifth annual Summer Music Film Festival.

Photo Coverage: The Stars Come Out for LUCKY GUY's Opening Night
by Walter McBride - Apr 2, 2013

BroadwayWorld was on hand for the most star studded opening of the season, last night April 1, as Tom Hanks made his Broadway debut in Lucky Guy, written by Nora Ephron and directed by George C. Wolfe. Check out photos below!

WATCH WHAT HAPPENS LIVE to Welcome New Kids on the Block, 4/3
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 28, 2013

Bravo Media's “Watch What Happens Live,” hosted by Andy Cohen, welcomes one of the most popular boy bands of the 80's and 90's when the New Kids On The Block are live in the clubhouse for their only late-night stop on Wednesday, April 3 at 11p.m. ET/PT. Cohen will take you “step by step” back in time through the groups very popular career. From shotskis to plead-the-fifth, Cohen kicks off April with a star-studded guest lineup from housewives to actresses and comedians.

'Greek Wedding' Actress Nia Vardalos Releases New Book INSTANT MOM
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 28, 2013

Writer and star of My Big Fat Greek Wedding, Nia Vardalos firmly believed she was supposed to be a mom, but Mother Nature and modern medicine had put her in a headlock. So she made a choice that shocked friends, family, and even herself: with only fourteen hours' notice, she adopted a preschooler.

Los Angeles Times Announces Schedule for Festival of Books at the University of Southern California April 20-21
by Robert Diamond - Mar 25, 2013

The Los Angeles Times today announced the program schedule for the 18th annual Festival of Books, the largest and most prestigious public literary event in North America. The free-to-the-public weekend of activities has become an L.A. institution, evolving to encompass more than 400 award-winning and celebrity authors and chefs, local musicians, political experts and entertainers engaging in stimulating debates, the exploration of entrepreneurial ideas and revelry under the California sun.

Elton John AIDS Foundation OSCAR Party Raises $6 Million
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 25, 2013

The 21st annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party hosted by Sir Elton John and David Furnish raised $6 million for the fight against HIV/AIDS.

John Corbett to Lead NCIS:LA Spin-Off 'RED'
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 6, 2013

Deadline reports that John Corbett will head the cast of the NCIS: LA spin-off series RED. The series will be introduced on an upcoming episode of the CBS drama later this season. The actor joins previously announced cast members Edwin Hodge and Miguel Ferrer.

Photo Flash: LAW & ORDER: SVU's 'Criminal Hatred,' Airs 1/30
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 16, 2013

On LAW & ORDER: SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT's upcoming episode, 'Criminal Hatred,' the SVU detectives go undercover to arrest a man who targets and brutally attacks other men. They gather enough evidence for ADA Barba (Raul Esparza) to file charges, but the case begins to spiral as he contends with a deceptively tough defense attorney (guest star Vardalos.) Also starring Mariska Hargitay (Detective Olivia Benson), Ice-T (Detective Odafin Tutuola), Danny Pino (Detective Nick Amaro), and Kelli Giddish (Detective Amanda Rollins). Also guest starring Victoria Rowell ('The Young and The Restless') and Fred Norris ('The Howard Stern Show'). 'Criminal Hatred' airs Jan. 30 on NBC.

Nia Vardalos to Guest Star on LAW & ORDER: SVU
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 2, 2013

According to TVGuide.com, MY BIG FAT GREEK WEDDING's Nia Vardalos has officially signed on for a guest spot on LAW & ORDER: SVU. The Oscar-nominated actress is set to play Counselor Minonna Efron in an upcoming episode, in which she will work alongside D.A. Barba (Broadway's Raul Esparza).

Focus Features Previews ANNA KARENINA & FOR A GOOD TIME, CALL
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 22, 2012

Focus Features presents a 2012 Fall Preview of their highly anticipated films FOR A GOOD TIME, CALL and ANNA KARENINA. Check out the preview below!

STAGE TUBE: First Look - Trailer for FOR A GOOD TIME, CALL
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 22, 2012

Focus Features' FOR A GOOD TIME, CALL will open on August 31 in select cities; September 7, 14, 21 in additional cities. Check out the trailer below!

STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - Serena Williams Guest Stars on DROP DEAD DIVA
by BWW News Desk - Jul 8, 2012

Tennis legend Serena Williams will guest star on this Sunday's episode of Lifetime's DROP DEAD DIVA. Get a sneak peek below!

STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - Serena Williams Guest Stars on DROP DEAD DIVA
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 6, 2012

Tennis legend Serena Williams will guest star on this Sunday's episode of Lifetime's DROP DEAD DIVA. Get a sneak peek below!

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