Samuel L. Jackson News

JUST PLAY DEAD Trailer Teams Samuel L. Jackson, Eva Green

by Rachel Stone — August 12, 2026

Vertical released a trailer, poster, and images for JUST PLAY DEAD, a thriller starring Samuel L.

SCREAM 30th Anniversary Tour With David Arquette to Launch This October

by Rachel Stone — August 12, 2026

David Arquette will appear live onstage for a 14-city tour featuring 30th anniversary screenings of SCREAM, followed by a Q&A on the film's legacy and his career.

CRIME AND PUNISHMENT IN AMERICA to Premiere on PBS This November

by Rachel Stone — August 10, 2026

A four-part documentary series directed by Lynn Novick examines the history of criminal justice in America from the colonial era to the present, with narration by Keith David.

SCREAM Anniversary Screening to Feature David Arquette at Warner Theatre

by A.A. Cristi — August 3, 2026

David Arquette is scheduled to appear for a live conversation at the Warner Theatre following an anniversary screening of SCREAM in the venue's Oneglia Auditorium.

BLADE RUNNER 2099 to Make Debut on Prime Video With New Teaser Trailer

by Joshua Wright — July 24, 2026

Prime Video announced a premiere date for BLADE RUNNER 2099 at San Diego Comic-Con, where a teaser trailer for the highly anticipated sci-fi series was also released.

Branford Marsalis Quartet to Headline DOWNTOWN JAMAICA RIDDIM & JAZZ FESTIVAL

by A.A. Cristi — July 1, 2026

The Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning will present its fourth annual Downtown Jamaica Riddim & Jazz Festival in Rufus King Park, headlined by three-time GRAMMY winner Branford Marsalis and his quartet.

See Danielle Brooks in Broadway-Inspired UBER THE MUSICAL Video

by Josh Sharpe — June 5, 2026

In 'Uber: The Musical,' Danielle Brooks taps into her theater background with a Broadway-inspired jingle that serves as an advertisement for the popular rideshare service.

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE Alum Marcello Hernández to Host 2026 ESPYS in New York

by Josh Sharpe — June 3, 2026

Saturday Night Live alum Marcello Hernández will serve as the host of The 2026 ESPYS Presented by Capital One, the annual ceremony honoring achievements in the world of sports.

BEHIND THE SCREAM to Bring David Arquette Live to Sioux Falls

by A.A. Cristi — June 1, 2026

David Arquette will appear live at the Washington Pavilion in Sioux Falls for BEHIND THE SCREAM, a live conversation event presented by Pepper Entertainment.

BLOOMING IN DRY SEASON Will Make New York Premiere in Rolling World Premiere Model

by Stephi Wild — May 29, 2026

New Federal Theatre and North Carolina Black Repertory Company co-produce BLOOMING IN DRY SEASON, a Caribbean family drama by Eljon Wardally with an original Calypso score by Guggenheim Fellow Etienne Charles, at WP Theater in New York.

THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION to Stream for Free on PBS Ahead of 250th Anniversary

by Josh Sharpe — May 6, 2026

The American Revolution, the six-part, 12-hour documentary series, will stream for free on all PBS platforms from Memorial Day, Monday, May 25th, through Sunday, July 12th.

Leslie Odom Jr. and Denée Benton Will Present at Harlem School of the Arts Curtains Up Gala

by Stephi Wild — May 1, 2026

The Harlem School of the Arts will host its annual Curtains Up Gala at the Ziegfeld Ballroom, honoring Jeffrey Seller, Vanessa Bell Calloway, and others, with presenters including Leslie Odom Jr.

CRIME AND PUNISHMENT IN AMERICA Docuseries Sets PBS Premiere

by Josh Sharpe — April 29, 2026

PBS will air the new four-part, eight-hour documentary series Crime and Punishment in America over four consecutive nights on PBS beginning November 16, 2026.

BWW Q&A: Michael Potts Talks WINDFALL at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

by Joshua Wright — April 24, 2026

Steppenwolf Theatre Company continues its 50th Anniversary Season with WINDFALL, a gripping world premiere from Academy Award-winning ensemble member Tarell Alvin McCraney.

Broadway Women's Fund Announces 2026's Women to Watch on Broadway

by Gillian Blum — March 15, 2026

The Broadway Women's Fund revealed its 2026 Women to Watch on Broadway list, the seventh list from the fund spotlighting women in leadership in theater.

Woodie King Jr. to Be Honored With Special Tribute at The Barrymore Theatre

by Chloe Rabinowitz — February 25, 2026

The life and legacy of Woodie King Jr.

Shea’s Performing Arts Center Will Host “Superhero Sunday” With Free Screenings of THE INCREDIBLES and GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY

by A.A. Cristi — February 12, 2026

Shea's Buffalo Theatre will present a free film event titled 'Superhero Sunday' on February 12, 2025, inviting the community to enjoy popular superhero movies.