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Country Music Star Trace Adkins Joins State Theatre's 90th Season Lineup
by BWW News Desk - Jan 24, 2017


Trace Adkins' trademark baritone has powered countless hits to the top of the charts and sold over 10 million albums, cumulatively. For the first time in five years, the country music superstar returns to the State Theatre on Sunday, April 23.

Mark Cuban & More Set as Judges for 96th MISS AMERICA Competition on ABC
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 1, 2016


Mark Cuban, actress Sara Foster (VH1's “Barely Famous”), singer-songwriter Cole Swindell and former Miss America Sharlene Wells Hawkes will serve as celebrity judges for the 2017 MISS AMERICA COMPETITION.

Oscar Nominee Bruce Davison Joins Grey Ensemble Theatre's F*CK MY LIFE at Hollywood Fringe
by BWW News Desk - Jun 4, 2016


Critically acclaimed actor Bruce Davison joins the cast of f**k MY LIFE, Grey Ensemble Theatre's inaugural production at this year's Hollywood Fringe Festival in a pre-recorded cameo as 'The Interviewer'.

Oscar Nominee Bruce Davison Joins Grey Ensemble Theatre's F*CK MY LIFE at Hollywood Fringe
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2016


Critically acclaimed actor Bruce Davison joins the cast of f**k MY LIFE, Grey Ensemble Theatre's inaugural production at this year's Hollywood Fringe Festival in a pre-recorded cameo as 'The Interviewer'.

Adam Sandler, David Spade, Nick Swardson & Rob Schneider to Bring Netflix's DO-OVER COMEDY TOUR to Chicago, 5/23
by Tyler Peterson - May 6, 2016


? Netflix is sending Adam Sandler and his fellow THE DO-OVER stars David Spade and Nick Swardson on the road, along with longtime Sandler collaborator Rob Schneider, for The Do-Over Tour, where the comedians and longtime pals will deliver live performances for their fans. The seven-city tour kicks off May 19 in San Francisco. The Do-Over Tour comes to The Chicago Theatre Monday, May 23, 8pm.  Tickets start at $45 at thechicagotheatre.com. THE DO-OVER will be available on Netflix May 27.

Record-Breaking Web Series CON MAN is Coming to Comic-Con HQ
by Caryn Robbins - May 6, 2016


Lionsgate (NYSE:LGF) today announced that the record- breaking web series Con Man, executive produced by the science fiction dream teamofAlan Tudyk (Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, Firefly, Frozen), Nathan Fillion (Castle, Firefly, Dr. Horrible's Sing Along Blog) and author PJ Haarsma, will call Comic-Con HQ home.

Emilyann Girdner to Offer Giveaway and Book Signing at Barnes & Noble Jacksonville, 5/7
by Christina Mancuso - May 3, 2016


Luminous Words Press is thrilled to announce Emilyann Girdner's Signing, and Meet and Greet at Barnes & Noble in Jacksonville, Florida. Emilyann Girdner is best known as the author of Amazon Best-Seller, Dante Rossetti Award Finalist, and Reader's Favorite 5 Star rated young adult fantasy book, The Labyrinth Wall (tweeted by Sean Astin from Lord of the Rings). During this event on May 7th (from 12:00pm to 6:00pm), Emilyann will be signing books (The Labyrinth Wall and The Haunted Realm), taking photos with fans, and participating in other store event activities. Next to meeting the author, perhaps the most exciting surprise is the $25 gift card giveaway contest Emilyann will be running for readers at the event. Attendees at this event will also be the first to see and color brand new The Labyrinth Wall coloring art. Emilyann's signing will be in conjunction with the Mandarin High School book fair on May 7th at Barnes & Noble. The Labyrinth Wall, which was written during Emilyann's semi-truck traveling adventure with her husband and cat, has come a long way. In addition to landing the Amazon Best-Seller list, the book earned a 5 Star rating from Reader's Favorite, was a Dante Rossetti Young Adult Fantasy Award finalist, and has received high praise from teen and adult readers alike. Emilyann's writing has appeared on websites and blogs including Sound & Communications Magazine, The TV Shield, Center for Work Life, Easter Seals Florida, MU Museum of Art & Archaeology's Musings, and Examiner.com. She has been a guest and spoken for events with organizations such as Barnes & Noble stores, Wizard World Comic Con, AltCon, and MegaCon Fan Days. Entertainment industry pros such as actor Sean Astin (from Lord of the Rings, Rudy, 50 First Dates and more) and author Crystal Collier (Maiden of Time Trilogy) have mentioned Emilyann's work. Emilyann and her works have appeared on various media outlet websites such as City Surfing Orlando, Miami.com, Orlando Weekly, Street Insider, Tallahassee Magazine, and WorldNews. Event Details: May 7th, 12-6pm Barnes & Noble 11112 San Jose Blvd, Ste 8, Jacksonville, FL Luminous Words Press: Public Relations Department pr@thelabyrinthwall.com Orlando, FL Media Kit: Author Media Kit (for Press Use): http://www.emilyanngirdner.com/p/media-kit.html Author Website: http://www.emilyanngirdner.com Obsidian Series Website: http://www.thelabyrinthwall.com Author Video (for Press Use): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1H5PyndPsFg

VIDEO: Official Trailer & Key Art Unveiled for Adam Sandler's THE DO-OVER
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 20, 2016


The official trailer (below) and keyart poster (at left) for Netflix's THE DO-OVER, starring Adam Sandler and David Spade, has been released.

THE MIRACLE WORKER & Sitcom Star Patty Duke Dies at Age 69
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 29, 2016


Patty Duke, who received a supporting actress Oscar for the role of Helen Keller in THE MIRACLE WORKER, died today at age 69.

VIDEO: First Look: Adam Sandler & David Spade's THE DO-OVER, Premiering on Netflix 5/27
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 22, 2016


Adam Sandler's THE DO-OVER premieres Friday, May 27th on Netflix. Check out a sneak peek below!

'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' Reunites Original 1980s Turtles and Krang on Nickelodeon, 3/27
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 7, 2016


Worlds collide as the voice cast of the 1980s Turtles, Cam Clarke, Rob Paulsen, Barry Gordon and Townsend Coleman joins forces as Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, and Michelangelo, respectively, in 'Trans-Dimensional Turtles,' a new episode of Nickelodeon's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles debuting Sunday, March 27, at 11:00 a.m. (ET/PT).

Production Gets Underway for Crackle's Zombie Sequel DEAD RISING: ENDGAME
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 19, 2016


Crackle, Sony's free streaming network, and Legendary Digital Media has announced that production has kicked off in Vancouver on DEAD RISING: ENDGAME

CINDERELLA Among Nominees for 24th Annual Movieguide Awards; Full List
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 21, 2016


Dr. Ted Baehr, media critic and founder of Movieguide®: The Family Guide to Movies and Entertainment and the Christian Film & Television Commission®, announced the nominees for the 24th Annual Faith & Values Awards

Top Stories You Missed on BWW This Weekend - 11/28-11/29/2015
by - Nov 29, 2015


Hottest Articles on BroadwayWorld.com from this weekend Sunday, November 29, 2015 - Sunday, November 29, 2015.

Jeremy Renner, Nathan Fillion & More to Attend Silicon Valley Comic Con 2016
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 5, 2015


The star power of Silicon Valley Comic Con (SVCC), Steve Wozniak's pop culture and technology expo debuting in March 2016, just multiplied, as more pop culture and technology icons are confirmed to appear at the show.

Disney Junior Announces November 2015 Programming Highlights
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 30, 2015


Disney Junior announces November 2015 Programming Highlights. *All programming subject to change*

Roma Downey & Mark Burnett Executive Produce New Faith-Based Football Film WOODLAWN, Out Today
by TV News Desk - Oct 16, 2015


Roma Downey and Mark Burnett, who took faith-themed entertainment to new global heights with their record-setting miniseries THE BIBLE and their feature film SON OF GOD, have set their sights on WOODLAWN

VIDEO: Sean Astin Talks New Film ‘Woodlawn’; Potential ‘Goonies’ Sequel
by - Oct 15, 2015


The actor stopped by NBC's TODAY to share that he was glad to help the filmmakers convey the movie’s faith-based message and also addresses Al’s enthusiasm for a long-delayed sequel to “The Goonies.”

Third Annual Salt Lake Comic Con Kicks Off and Levels Up
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 24, 2015


Salt Lake Comic Con 2015 (http://saltlakecomiccon.com/) goes where no comic con has gone before as it kicks off its third annual Salt Lake Comic Con event.

Roma Downey & Mark Burnett to Executive Produce New Faith-Based Football Film WOODLAWN
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 24, 2015


Roma Downey and Mark Burnett, who took faith-themed entertainment to new global heights with their record-setting miniseries THE BIBLE and their feature film SON OF GOD, have set their sights on WOODLAWN

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