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STAGE TUBE: Blonsky's 'Huge' 'Movie Night' Episode Sneak Peek!
by Jessica Lewis - Jul 22, 2010


ABC Family premiered 'Huge' on Monday, June 28th, at 9 pm ET/P starring Nikki Blonsky from the movie adaptation of Hairspray. This new series is developed by Winnie Holzman ('Wicked,' 'My So-Called Life,' 'Once & Again') and her daughter Savannah Dooley. Blonsky stars as Willamina aka Will, an opinionated, sardonic non-conformist who is not happy that her parents sent her to Camp Victory, a weight loss camp run by Dr. Rand, played by Gina Torres ('Firefly'). The cast also includes Hayley Hasselhoff as Amber, Zander Eckhouse as George, Stefan Van Ray as Trent, Harvey Guillen as Alistair, Ari Stidham as Ian, Raven Goodwin as Becca and Ashley Holliday as Chloe. Blonsky is set to sing a love song to Ian in Monday's upcoming episode. Click below for the 'Movie Night' episode trailer!

HAIRSPRAY Makes Its Pittsburgh Debut With Drew Lachey 7/20-8/1
by BWW News Desk - Jul 20, 2010


Audiences will be whisked away to 1960s Baltimore when Pittsburgh CLO presents Hairspray July 20 - August 1 at the Benedum Center. Adapted for the stage from John Water's 1988 film, Hairspray ran on Broadway for over six years and has since become a toe-tapping hit all over the world.

'Twilight,' Cyrus & GLEE Lead Teen Choice Awards; Ceremony Held 8/9
by Jessica Lewis - Jul 12, 2010


The final wave of nominees has been announced for TEEN CHOICE 2010 airing Monday, Aug. 9 (8:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. After the final wave of TEEN CHOICE 2010 nominees, 'The Twilight Saga: Eclipse' and 'The Twilight Saga: New Moon' lead the pack overall with a combined 17 nominations, while GLEE and Miley Cyrus each earned 13 nods and Taylor Lautner garnered 11.

HAIRSPRAY Makes It s Pittsburgh Debut With Drew Lachey 7/20-8/1
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 7, 2010


Audiences will be whisked away to 1960s Baltimore when Pittsburgh CLO presents Hairspray July 20 - August 1 at the Benedum Center. Adapted for the stage from John Water's 1988 film, Hairspray ran on Broadway for over six years and has since become a toe-tapping hit all over the world.

Photo Coverage: Blonsky et al. Promote 'Huge' in LA
by Jonathan Nisman - Jul 7, 2010


Yesterday, July 6, the ABC Family 'Live Huge' bus campaign stopped off in Valencia, California. The bus is currently traveling through different states stopping off at fairs and festivals. At each stop volunteers sign the 'Live Huge' bus and write how they live their life to the fullest. The campaign is promoting a healthy lifestyle and the network's new show 'Huge'. BroadwayWorld brings coverage of the event below. Photo by Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images

Blonsky Stars In Winnie Holzman's New Series HUGE On ABC Family, Premieres 6/28
by BWW News Desk - Jun 28, 2010


ABC Family premieres its new original scripted series, 'Huge,' a one-hour relationship drama based on the Alloy Entertainment book of the same name by Sasha Paley, on Monday, June 28 (9:00 - 10:00 PM ET/PT). This new series is being developed by Winnie Holzman ('Wicked,' 'My So-Called Life,' 'Once & Again') and her daughter, Savannah Dooley.

Nikki Blonsky's New ABC Family Series 'Huge' Premieres 6/28
by Marivic Tagala - Jun 22, 2010


ABC Family Premieres, 'Huge,' on Monday, June 28th, at 9 pm ET/P starring Nikki Blonsky from the movie adaptation of HAIRSPRAY. This new series is being developed by Winnie Holzman ('Wicked,' 'My So-Called Life,' 'Once & Again') and her daughter Savannah Dooley.

Photo Coverage: 'Toy Story 3' Premieres in LA
by Jessica Lewis - Jun 14, 2010


Yesterday, June 13, Toy Story 3 had it's world premiere at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood.

Shankman Confirms: 'Hairspray 2' Film is 'Dropped'
by Jessica Lewis - Jun 2, 2010


IMBD news is reporting that Hairspray 2, a sequel to the 2007 Hairspray film starring Nikki Blonsky, Zac Efron, John Travolta and Michelle Pfieffer, has been canned. Hairspray composer/producer Marc Shaiman was supposed to team with John Waters on the project, which had had a tentative release date of July 2010 in the early stages of it's planning. The story was going to follow Tracy Turnblad (played by Nikki Blonsky in the first installment) and her pals as they navigate the 'next era of music,' the late '60s.

Blonsky Stars In Winnie Holzman's New Series HUGE On ABC Family, Premieres 6/28
by Charlie Piane - May 13, 2010


ABC Family premieres its new original scripted series, 'Huge,' a one-hour relationship drama based on the Alloy Entertainment book of the same name by Sasha Paley, on Monday, June 28 (9:00 - 10:00 PM ET/PT). This new series is being developed by Winnie Holzman ('Wicked,' 'My So-Called Life,' 'Once & Again') and her daughter, Savannah Dooley.

ABC Family Announces Its Summer Programming
by TV News Desk - Mar 29, 2010


ABC FAMILY ANNOUNCES SUMMER 2010 PROGRAMMING SLATE

HAIRSPRAY's Blonsky to Star in New ABC Show 'Huge' by WICKED's Holzman
by Robert Diamond - Mar 22, 2010


Multiple outlets are reporting that HAIRSPRAY's Nikki Blonsky will star on a new ABC Family TV series - 'Huge'. The show is said to be a mix of GLEE and UGLY BETTY and will take place at Wellness Canyon, a weight loss camp where Blonsky is sent.

Blonsky, Jibson, Zbornik et al. Lead FAT CAMP Industry Reading, 2/19
by Jessica Lewis - Feb 16, 2010


Following a sold-out run at The New York Musical Theatre Festival, where it received the 'Best of Fest' Audience Prize and honors in Choreography, Direction and Acting, FAT CAMP will receive a star-studded reading Friday, February 19, 2010.

Nikki Blonsky & Shoshana Bean Set for Broadway South Africa's Second Annual Holiday Party, 12/14
by BWW News Desk - Dec 14, 2009


Broadway South Africa's second annual Holiday party will feature Nikki Blonsky and Shoshana Bean, which will be held at the Minskoff Theater on Monday, December 14 at 7pm.

'Broadway In South Africa' Holiday Party Held 12/14 At Minskoff Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Dec 14, 2009


The 2nd Annual HOLIDAY PARTY held MONDAY DECEMBER 14, 2009 7-11 PM at Broadway's Minskoff Theatre

Nikki Blonsky & Shoshana Bean Set for Broadway South Africa's Second Annual Holiday Party, 12/14
by Jessica Lewis - Dec 4, 2009


Broadway South Africa's second annual Holiday party will feature Nikki Blonsky and Shoshana Bean, which will be held at the Minskoff Theater on Monday, December 14 at 7pm.

Photo Coverage: Rosie's Bway Extravanganza Backstage
by Walter McBride - Nov 25, 2009


Rosie O'Donnell hosted 'A Broadway Extravaganza, a benefit for Rosie's Broadway Kids' at 8PM on Monday, November 23. This years celebration included a star-studded tribute performance honoring the one and only Queen Latifah at the world famous Palace Theatre.

Photo Coverage: Rosie's Broadway Extravanganza for Queen Latifah
by Walter McBride - Nov 24, 2009


Rosie O'Donnell hosted 'A Broadway Extravaganza, a benefit for Rosie's Broadway Kids' at 8PM on Monday, November 23. This years celebration included a star-studded tribute performance honoring the one and only Queen Latifah at the world famous Palace Theatre.

Rosie Welcomes Queen Latifah to the Palace with Creel, Blonsky, Doolittle, Lewis, Glover & More Nov. 23
by BWW News Desk - Nov 23, 2009


Rosie O'Donnell will be hosting A Broadway Extravaganza, a benefit for Rosie's Broadway Kids at 8PM on Monday, November 23. This years celebration includes a star-studded tribute performance honoring the one and only Queen Latifah at the world famous Palace Theatre.

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