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Tony Rock to Host New Outrageous Game Show THE GAME OF DATING on TV One
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 8, 2016


TV One redefines the dating and game show genres this January with the debut of THE GAME OF DATING.

Meshed Ndegeocello's 'CAN I GET A WITNESS?' Makes World Premiere Tonight at Harlem Stage
by BWW News Desk - Dec 7, 2016


Harlem Stage presents the world premiere of Meshell Ndegeocello's Can I Get a Witness? The Gospel of James Baldwin, a new theatrical music and art work commissioned by Harlem Stage through its WaterWorks program, tonight, December 7, through December 11.

Madonna Raise Over 7.5 Million Dollars for 'Raising Malawi'
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 5, 2016


Madonna's evening of music, art, mischief and performance raised over 7.5 million dollars for the superstar's Raising Malawi foundation during Art Basel on Friday, December 2, 2016 at the Faena Forum in Miami Beach, FL.

MARTIN LAWRENCE DOIN' TIME: UNCUT LIVE Headed to Prudential Center in Newark
by BWW News Desk - Dec 2, 2016


Comedian, actor, director and producer Martin Lawrence returns with his first stand-up tour in four years - DOIN' TIME: UNCUT LIVE - playing Newark's Prudential Center in his only area performance on Sunday, December 11 at 8 p.m. Lawrence has made a triumphant homecoming to the stand-up stage, wowing audiences with his signature style of hilarious stories, social commentary and more. 

Karolina Kurkova, Derek Blasberg and More Appear at Day Two of L'Eden by Perrier-Jouët
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 1, 2016


After an enchanting opening night on Tuesday, L'Eden by Perrier-Jouet didn't disappoint on day two. The iconic champagne brand who's completely transformed the Casa Faena in the famed Faena District into an immersive, unique celebration of nature and wonder, hosted a jam-packed day of extraordinary events on Wednesday, November 30th. Let me know if any of these events are of interest! 

Comedian Chris Tucker will Perform at the Fox Theatre
by Rebecca Russo - Nov 29, 2016


International award-winning actor and comedian Chris Tucker will perform at the Fox Theatre on Saturday, January 21 at 8 p.m. 

Producer of HBO's Def Comedy Jam in the UK for Q&A & a Screening at the Tricycle Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Nov 29, 2016


He's the man who launched Martin Lawrence, Chris Tucker,  Bernie Mac and Steve Harvey on the road to international stardom on HBO's  Def Comedy Jam : US TV producer Bob Sumner is coming to the UK next month for an in conversation ahead of a film screening.

MARTIN LAWRENCE DOIN' TIME: UNCUT LIVE Heads to The Rock
by Rebecca Russo - Nov 28, 2016


Comedian, actor, director and producer Martin Lawrence returns with his first stand-up tour in four years - DOIN' TIME: UNCUT LIVE - playing Newark's Prudential Center in his only area performance on Sunday, December 11 at 8 p.m. Lawrence has made a triumphant homecoming to the stand-up stage, wowing audiences with his signature style of hilarious stories, social commentary and more. 

Meshed Ndegeocello's 'CAN I GET A WITNESS?' to Make World Premiere at Harlem Stage
by BWW News Desk - Nov 23, 2016


Harlem Stage will present the world premiere of Meshell Ndegeocello's Can I Get a Witness? The Gospel of James Baldwin, a new theatrical music and art work commissioned by Harlem Stage through its WaterWorks program, December 7-11.

JB Smoove Brings a Night of Stand-Up to The Ridgefield Playhouse on Today
by BWW News Desk - Nov 19, 2016


You can see JB Smoove on the big screen in his new film 'Almost Christmas,' in which a dysfunctional family gathers for the holidays - and you can see him LIVE at The Ridgefield Playhouse on Today, November 19 at 8 pm as part of the Barts Tree Service Comedy Series.  Smoove is a gifted writer, comedian, television and film star who continues to entertain audiences all over the world.  Random thoughts and everyday observations are transformed into hilarity when seen through the eyes of Smoove! 

Live Webcast of HeadCount's “Soundtrack to History” Election Night Event at Brooklyn Bowl
by BWW News Desk - Nov 7, 2016


Today, the non-partisan voter registration organization HeadCount announced it will provide a free, live webcast to "Soundtrack to History," a first-of-its-kind Election Day concert where an all-star band jams live to the election results.

President Obama & Gina Rodriguez Team with mitu to Inspire Latino Youth to Get Out the Vote
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 4, 2016


mitu, the largest US digital media company for Latino youth, today is releasing an exclusive video featuring President Barack Obama and actress Gina Rodriguez to raise election awareness and increase voter turnout on November 8.

JB Smoove Brings a Night of Stand-Up to The Ridgefield Playhouse on 11/19
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 3, 2016


You can see JB Smoove on the big screen in his new film 'Almost Christmas,' in which a dysfunctional family gathers for the holidays - and you can see him LIVE at The Ridgefield Playhouse on Saturday, November 19 at 8 pm as part of the Barts Tree Service Comedy Series.  Smoove is a gifted writer, comedian, television and film star who continues to entertain audiences all over the world.  Random thoughts and everyday observations are transformed into hilarity when seen through the eyes of Smoove! 

Chattanooga Symphony & Opera Presents CIRQUE DE LA SYMPHONIE, Today
by BWW News Desk - Oct 28, 2016


Acrobatic performers from Cirque de la Symphonie are coming to the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera stage for a one night only special event on Today, October 28 at Memorial Auditorium. Cirque's troupe of exceptional artists-aerial flyers, acrobats, contortionists, dancers, jugglers and strongmen-will perform on stage as the Orchestra performs classical favorites. CSO Music Director Kayoko Dan conducts.

PBS's AMERICAN MASTERS Present Documentary 'Norman Lear: Just Another Version of You', Today
by BWW News Desk - Oct 25, 2016


Largely responsible for the explosion of bold American television in the 1970s, writer/producer Norman Lear's name is synonymous with the sitcom.

Documentary NORMAN LEAR: JUST ANOTHER VERSION OF YOU to Premiere on PBS, Today
by BWW News Desk - Oct 25, 2016


The first documentary about the 94-year-old television legend, AMERICAN MASTERS --NORMAN LEAR: JUST ANOTHER VERSION OF YOU, premieres nationwide Today, October 25

From HBO's Curb Your Enthusiasm �" it's a Hilarious Night of Stand-Up Comedy with JB Smoove at The Ridgefield Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2016


He's a gifted writer, comedian, television and film star who continues to entertain audiences all over the world with his unique brand of comedic funk! Turn on your TV and comedian JB Smoove seems to be everywhere you look. Over the last few years, he has co-starred opposite Will Arnett on The Millers, has hosted Last Comic Standing, plays a fictionalized version of himself on Real Husbands of Hollywood, 11.  

Chattanooga Symphony & Opera Presents CIRQUE DE LA SYMPHONIE, 10/28
by Molly Tracy - Oct 18, 2016


Acrobatic performers from Cirque de la Symphonie are coming to the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera stage for a one night only special event on Friday, October 28 at Memorial Auditorium. Cirque's troupe of exceptional artists-aerial flyers, acrobats, contortionists, dancers, jugglers and strongmen-will perform on stage as the Orchestra performs classical favorites. CSO Music Director Kayoko Dan conducts.

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'The Flash' Star Matt Letscher Visits Today's HOME & FAMILY
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 7, 2016


THE FLASH star Matt Letscher's visits Hallmark's HOME & FAMILY today (October 7). Matt talks about what it's like to play a hated super villain, how his professional acting career started, and he plays a game with hosts Mark Steines and Debbie Matenopoulos.

FIRST LOOK: 'Love Boat's Jill Whelan Guests on Today's HOME & FAMILY
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 6, 2016


LOVE BOAT star Jill Whelan's appears on Hallmark's 'Home & Family' today (October 6) to talk to hosts Mark Steines and Debbie Matenopoulos about celebrating her 50th birthday on board the real 'Love Boat' with her friends and family and she creates DIY spooky Halloween jars.

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