Patrick Murphy News

MTV today released the trailer for the fourth season of the critically-acclaimed docu-series, “Catfish: The TV Show.” The series will return on Wednesday, February 25th at 10 P.M. ET/PT. Check out the trailer below!

MTV announced today the return of “America's Best Dance Crew” (“ABDC”) and premiere dates for two returning series “Catfish: The TV Show” and “Finding Carter.” The announcements were among those made today by Susanne Daniels, President of MTV Programming, during the network's presentation at the Winter 2015 Television Critics Association Press Tour.

Obvious statement: relationships are hard. Like, real hard. But throw in some out-of-sync schedules, mix in a little 'gotta kiss some random person who is not my significant other cause it's my job', and finish it off with anywhere from hundreds to thousands of miles between the two of you, and it becomes near impossible. Hence, the long distance relationship is born. AKA the LDR, as us peeps in the business say. Or maybe only I do. Or maybe I just made that up because I type with three fingers and I'm already getting tired.

Is Neil Patrick Harris going to be successful in his bid to scare up a role on AMERICAN HORROR STORY: FREAK SHOW?

Profiles Theatre announces the next show of its 26th Season with the 20th Anniversary production of The Cryptogram by David Mamet, directed by Artistic Director Joe Jahraus. The production runs through November 16, 2014 at Profiles Theatre's The Alley Stage, 4147 N. Broadway.

Going above-and-beyond your typical museum diorama or theme park animatronic showcase, WALKING WITH DINOSAURS - THE ARENA SPECTACULAR is a dino-lover's dream: a wondrous feat of technology, theatrical magic, and imagination---bringing to (virtual) life those figures that continue to scare/fascinate every kid (and kid-at-heart). Kid-friendly, big budget edu-tainment, the show's North American tour has swung back to Southern California, first at the Honda Center in Orange County through September 7, then later at the Staple Center in Los Angeles from September 11-14.

With the recent killing of American journalist James Foley, MSNBC contributor Patrick Murphy, a former Congressman (D-PA) and Iraq War veteran, will speak with member of the Senate Armed Services committee, Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) about the Iraq airstrikes and the possibility of sending additional U.S. troops to Bagdad during this Sunday's “Taking the Hill” August 24th 1 p.m. ET on MSNBC.

Dinosaurs once again roam the earth when the spectacular production, WALKING WITH DINOSAURS THE ARENA SPECTACULAR, based on the award-winning BBC Television Series, returns to North America. WALKING WITH DINOSAURS THE ARENA SPECTACULAR will be performed at Honda Center from a limited eight-performance engagement from Wednesday, September 3 to Sunday, September 7 and STAPLES Center for a limited eight-performance engagement from Thursday, September 11 to Sunday, September 15. Check out new photos of the show's feathered dinosaurs below!

Former Congressman (D-PA) and Iraq War veteran Patrick Murphy sits down with actor and activist Martin Sheen today, June 22 at 1 p.m. ET

Former Congressman (D-PA) and Iraq War veteran Patrick Murphy sits down with actor and activist Martin Sheen next Sunday, June 22 at 1 p.m. ET

Cortland Repertory Theatre has announced the nominees for their twelfth annual 'Pavilion Awards' which recognize Outstanding Achievement in local high school theatre. For the eighth year, First Niagara Bank serves as the Corporate Sponsor for this program, which allows for many categories within the musical and non-musical genres. Musicals in consideration were held at the Cortland, Dryden, Groton, Homer, McGraw and Tully High Schools. Non-musical plays were also presented at Cortland, Homer and Tully. The nominees are as followings:

NYC Brand Production's first scripted series, Tainted Dreams garners two Independent Series Award nominations for: 'Best Ensemble Cast' and 'Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama' for Alicia Minshew best known for her role as 'Erica Kane's' daughter, 'Kendall Hart' on All My Children. Tainted Dreams' ensemble cast boasts eight of Off-Broadway's funniest folks. Stars of the Off-Broadway comedy hits, 'My Big Gay Italian Wedding,' now celebrating its 10thAnniversary Off-Broadway, and its sequel 'My Big Gay Italian Funeral' including Anthony Wilkinson (creator and executive producer of 'Wedding' and 'Funeral', Debra Toscano, Paul Moon, Brian Patrick Murphy, Brett Douglas, Erik Ransom, Meagan Robar and Marissa Perry, all moonlight as part of the Independent Series Award-nominated 'Best Ensemble Cast' from Tainted Dreams.

Charlotte The Destroyer, presented by Playhouse Creatures Theatre Company in association with FRIGID New York, continues at The Kraine Theater in nYC through March 8th, 2014. BroadwayWorld has a look at the cast in action below!

FRIGID New York will present a Playhouse Creature Theatre Company production of Charlotte the Destroyer, written by Megan O'Leary and directed by Janet Bobcean.

FRIGID New York will present a Playhouse Creature Theatre Company production of Charlotte the Destroyer, written by Megan O'Leary and directed by Janet Bobcean. The show will run Wednesday February 19 at 7:05pm, Friday February 21 at 8:40pm, Wednesday February 26 at 7:05pm, Monday March 3 at 5:30pm, and Saturday March 8 at 2:05pm. Performances will take place at The Kraine Theater at 85 E 4th Street between 2nd Avenue and Bowery in New York City.

Now in its sixth year, LIVING FOR TODAY is an annual concert featuring Broadway's brightest stars to benefit Gilana's Fund. The latest concert, held on Sunday, January 19 at Joe's Pub, featured the talents of La Chanze, Alice Ripley, Eric Anderson, Tituss Burgess, Julia Murney and more! BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the event below!

My Big Gay Italian Wedding and My Big Gay Italian Funeral, by Anthony J. Wilkinson, will extend its recently posted limited run to March 30th, 2014

Kim Pirrella most commonly known as the matriarch of the Marco sisters on the Real Housewives of New Jersey will step into the role of Jersey girl lipstick lesbian diva 'Lucia Fuccio' in both 'My Big Gay Italian Wedding' and 'My Big Gay Italian Funeral' on October 12th and 13th. The role was originated by and is still currently played by Liz Gericitano who is stepping out for her real life wedding.

Tony Award winning Broadway Producer Hugh Hysell returns to his roots as an actor when he joins the cast, assuming the role of the wedding coordinator extraordinaire, 'Maurizio Le Grande' today, August 31st, for twelve weeks in the Off Broadway Comedies, My Big Gay Italian Wedding, and its sequel, My Big Gay Italian Funeral, at the St Luke's Theatre (308 West 46th Street, between 8th and 9th Avenues).

Tony Award winning Broadway Producer Hugh Hysell returns to his roots as an actor when he joins the cast, assuming the role of the wedding coordinator extraordinaire, 'Maurizio Le Grande' on August 31st for twelve weeks in the Off Broadway Comedies,My Big Gay Italian Wedding, and its sequel, My Big Gay Italian Funeral, at the St Luke's Theatre (308 West 46th Street, between 8th and 9th Avenues). The role was originated by Brett Douglas who will be stepping out after his final performance on August 25th.