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WGN America Picks Up Two New Detective Series, CARTER and GONE
by Macon Prickett - Jun 12, 2018


WGN America unveiled two new originals today, exhibiting the full spectrum of the beloved detective procedural genre: lighthearted detective comedy “Carter,” starring Jerry O'Connell (“Billions”), Sydney Poitier Heartsong (“Chicago P.D.”) and Kristian Bruun (“Orphan Black”), and crime drama “Gone,” starring Chris Noth (“Sex and the City,” “Law & Order,” “The Good Wife”), Leven Ramblin (The Hunger Games) and Danny Pino (“CSI: Miami”).

The B-52s, Rick Springfield & Loverboy Join First-ever Music Bash at Taste of Cincinnati, Sunday May 27
by Macon Prickett - Apr 18, 2018


If you are a fan of the 80's - 90's music and great food then this VIP concert held on Sunday, May 27th is the place to be. Billed as 'Music Bash at Taste of Cincinnati', National recording artist The B-52's ('Love Shack', 'Rock Lobster', 'Roam', Rick Springfield ('Jeese's Girl', 'Don't Talk to Strangers') and Lover Boy ('Turn Me Loose', 'Working for the Weekend', Lovin' Every Minute of It') will make this special night come to life with limited tickets going on sale April 18th, 2018 . Ticket prices will start at $30.00 that will include special benefits and VIP seating packages to include hospitality and available at tasteofcincinnati.com and at ticketmaster.com. This first of its kind experience at The Taste of Cincinnati is made possible by its Executive Producer, Imagination TV Inc. (IMTV). The Music Bash at Taste of Cincinnati will be produced by NFuse 360 Marketing. Taste of Cincinnati is produced by the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber.

The 20th Annual Sarasota Film Festival Announces Complete Lineup
by Macon Prickett - Mar 21, 2018


The Sarasota Film Festival (SFF) today announced its full line-up, including its Centerpiece, Spotlight, Narrative Feature Competition, Independent Visions Competition, Documentary Feature Competition, Narrative, Documentary, and Short Films. The Festival also announced its five SFF Focus Panels – Sports in Cinema, Environment, Science, and Sustainability, Women's Comedic Voices, Redefining Manhood, and Musings on Musicians.

Tribeca Film Festival Shares 2018 Feature Film Program
by Tori Hartshorn - Mar 7, 2018


The 17th annual Tribeca Film Festival, presented by AT&T, revealed its feature film lineup championing the discovery of emerging voices and celebrating new work from established filmmaking talent. To close the Festival, Tribeca will World Premiere The Fourth Estate, from Oscar®-nominated director Liz Garbus, which follows The New York Times' coverage of the Trump administration's first year. The Centerpiece Gala will be the World Premiere of Drake Doremus' sci-fi romance Zoe starring Ewan McGregor, Lea Seydoux, Rashida Jones, and Theo James. The 2018 Tribeca Film Festival takes place April 18-29.

The 17th Annual Tribeca Film Festival Reveals Feature Film Lineup
by Macon Prickett - Mar 7, 2018


The 17th annual Tribeca Film Festival, presented by AT&T, revealed its feature film lineup championing the discovery of emerging voices and celebrating new work from established filmmaking talent. To close the Festival, Tribeca will World Premiere The Fourth Estate, from Oscar®-nominated director Liz Garbus, which follows The New York Times' coverage of the Trump administration's first year. The Centerpiece Gala will be the World Premiere of Drake Doremus' sci-fi romance Zoe starring Ewan McGregor, Lea Seydoux, Rashida Jones, and Theo James. The 2018 Tribeca Film Festival takes place April 18-29.

Photo Flash: Passion And Glamour In '60s White House Musical HOT LIPS AND COLD WAR
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2018


Take a trip to the White House (London Theatre Workshop) this Valentine's Day with the fabulous cast of HOT LIPS AND COLD WAR. Written by Lizzie Freeborn and set in the 1960s during John F. Kennedy's presidency, this charming musical promises plenty of passion and glamour! President John F. Kennedy, First Lady Jackie Kennedy and Marilyn Monroe have returned to the White House in style! Directed by Tim McArthur. Production photographs featured below by Jamie Scott-Smith.

Photo Flash: '60s White House Musical Play HOT LIPS AND COLD WAR Opens This Week
by Julie Musbach - Jan 29, 2018


HOT LIPS AND COLD WAR is a brand new sophisticated musical play set in the White House during the 1960s - a time of the Cold War, civil rights, protest movements, social and class unrest and the evolving musical revolution. Directed by Tim McArthur, the unusual filmic inspired interpretation of one of the most fascinating love stories in history is set to captivate audiences.  President John F. Kennedy, First Lady Jackie Kennedy and Marilyn Monroe return to the White House in style!  

BWW Review: RABBIT HOLE at Dezart Performs
by Stan Jenson - Jan 16, 2018


Dezart Performs has always aspired to quality rather than quantity in their productions, staging just three mainstage plays each season. I have never been disappointed with one of their shows, and it somehow seems that each new show tops all the ones that have preceded it. Rabbit Hole, the second production of their Gala Tenth Season, might just be the closest thing to a perfect production that I have seen in the Coachella Valley.

Winners Announced For The 2017 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards; CVRep's BABY Wins Best Musical!
by Alan Henry - Jan 19, 2018


The votes have been counted... Check out the fill list of winners for the 2017 BWW Regional Awards!

New Musical Play HOT LIPS AND COLD WAR Set for Run at London Theatre Workshop
by Julie Musbach - Jan 15, 2018


HOT LIPS AND COLD WAR is a brand new sophisticated musical play set in the White House during the 1960s a time of the Cold War, civil rights, protest movements, social and class unrest and the evolving musical revolution.

Vote For the 2017 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards; Just One Week Left!
by Alan Henry - Dec 22, 2017


The 2017 awards honor productions which opened between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors.

Vote For the 2017 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards; Just Two Weeks Left!
by Alan Henry - Dec 15, 2017


The 2017 awards honor productions which opened between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors.

Dezart Founder And Artistic Director Takes Leading Role in Pulitzer Prize Winning RABBIT HOLE
by David Green - Dec 14, 2017


The RABBIT HOLE, the Pulitzer Prize-winning searing family drama, has inspired Michael Shaw, Dezart Performs' co-founder and Artistic Director, to trade the director's chair for a leading role in the second production of Dezart Performs' 10th season. RABBIT HOLE will run January 12-21, 2018 at the Pearl McManus theater in the historic Palm Springs Woman's Club for eight gripping performances. There will be an opening night party with the cast following the performance on Friday, January 12th.

Photo Flash: First Look at FREDDIE, TED AND THE DEATH OF JOE ORTON
by Jamie Scott-Smith - Dec 13, 2017


Freddie, Ted and The Death of Joe Orton is about middle-aged Freddie, suffering from undiagnosed OCD, who owns the three-bedroom house which he shares with his younger lover, aspiring musician Ted.

Dezart Performs Brings Pulitzer Prize Winning RABBIT HOLE To Palm Springs
by David Green - Dec 11, 2017


Dezart Performs presents the Pulitzer Prize winning play RABBIT HOLE to the Pearl McManus theater in the historic Palm Springs Woman's Club for eight gripping performances, January 12-21, . There will be an opening night party with the cast following the performance on Friday, January 12th. This compelling Pulitzer Prize-winning play opened on Broadway in 2006 and was nominated for five Tony Awards, including Best Play. RABBIT HOLE was also adapted for a 2010 film starring Nicole Kidman and Aaron Eckhart.

Vote For the 2017 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards; LOVESPORT Leads Best New Work!
by Alan Henry - Dec 8, 2017


The 2017 awards honor productions which opened between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors.

Vote For the 2017 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards; CASA VALENTINA Leads Best Play!
by Alan Henry - Dec 1, 2017


The 2017 awards honor productions which opened between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors.

Vote For the 2017 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards; CVRep's BABY Leads Best Musical!
by Alan Henry - Nov 24, 2017


The 2017 awards honor productions which opened between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors.

Photo Flash: THE NAVIGATOR Launches at Phoenix Theatre
by Jamie Scott-Smith - Dec 5, 2017


The Navigator, a new musical taken from the stories of Bomber Command veterans - and focussing on the exploits of one Lancaster crew from late 1944 to the spring of 1945 - recently launched in London.

BWW Review: PRISCILLA, QUEEN OF THE DESERT at Palm Canyon Theatre
by Stan Jenson - Oct 30, 2017


Three cross-dressing entertainers bringing mirth and mayhem to a desert. Has there ever been a show more destined for Palm Springs? The production of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert currently playing at Palm Canyon Theatre, deserves every full house, every standing ovation, and every word of enthusiastic praise it has received so far

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