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BLOOD is Back at The Complez this Halloween!
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2016


Glenne Headly (Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Dick Tracy, Mr. Holland's Opus), James Kyson (NBC's Heroes, voted one of "Hollywood's 25 Hottest" by TV Guide), Michael Yama (Betty White's Off Their Rockers) andRob Yang (The Americans, Twisted) join the cast when The Garage re-opens its acclaimed world premiere production of BLOOD. Written and directed by Obie and New York Outer Critics Circle Award-winner/ DGA Award, two-time Golden Globe and five-time Emmy Award nominee Robert Allan Ackerman, BLOOD returns to the The Complex in Hollywood beginning Oct. 28.

Sean Penn Narrates BOB HONEY WHO JUST DO STUFF
by Christina Mancuso - Oct 18, 2016


Audible Studios, a production arm of Audible.com, today announced the release of actor, director and writer Sean Penn's audio interpretation of Bob Honey Who Just Do Stuff. As imagined by Pappy Pariah and voiced by Penn, this depiction of America on the verge of political upheaval is by turns comedic and absurd, and is ultimately a haunting allegory for our times. This audiobook recording, which also includes cameo performances by Frances McDormand, Ari Fliakos and Leila George, is now available for free download at audible.com/bobhoney.

BLOOD is Back This October
by BWW News Desk - Oct 14, 2016


Glenne Headly (Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Dick Tracy, Mr. Holland's Opus) and James Kyson (NBC's Heroes, voted one of "Hollywood's 25 Hottest" by TV Guide) join the cast when The Garage re-opens its acclaimed world premiere production of BLOOD. Written and directed by Obie and New York Outer Critics Circle Award-winner/ DGA Award, two-time Golden Globe and five-time Emmy Award nominee Robert Allan Ackerman, BLOOD returns to the The Complex in Hollywood beginning Oct. 14.

Sean Penn Narrates Pappy Pariah's BOB HONEY WHO JUST DO STUFF for Audible
by BWW News Desk - Oct 13, 2016


Audible Studios, a production arm of Audible.com, today announced the release of actor, director and writer Sean Penn's audio interpretation of Bob Honey Who Just Do Stuff. As imagined by Pappy Pariah and voiced by Penn, this depiction of America on the verge of political upheaval is by turns comedic and absurd, and is ultimately a haunting allegory for our times.

BWW Interview: Robert Allan Ackerman Always Going for BLOOD and Making His Mark!
by Gil Kaan - Oct 10, 2016


Obie-Awarding director Robert Allan Ackerman has worked the boards all around the globe bringing out outstanding performances from both stellar legends and before-they-were-known newbies. Robert's latest production BLOOD, which he wrote as well, had its world premiere earlier this year, also at The Complex.

One Night Only 30th Anniversary Celebration for MTC in Norwalk
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2016


Music Theatre of Connecticut, Fairfield County's professional award-winning theatre company, celebrates their 30th anniversary with a one night only evening of food, drink and entertainment. The 30th Anniversary Celebration is set for Saturday, October 15, with food and drink at 6:30pm, followed by a performance in MTC's cozy 110-seat theatre. Tickets are extremely limited and proceeds benefit MTC and its programming.

VIDEO: Sean Penn Explains the Origins of His New Audiobook on LATE SHOW
by - Sep 28, 2016


On last night's LATE SHOW, guest Sean Penn claimed never to have seen a hashtag, but left the show a bona fide member of the Twitter community. Later, Penn explains the origins of his latest project, an audiobook which he narrated called 'Bob Honey Who Just Do Stuff.'

2016 iHeartRadio Music Festival Rocks Las Vegas with Iconic Lineup & Superstar Collaborations
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 26, 2016


After two days and dozens of legendary performances, the sixth annual iHeartRadio Music Festival hosted by Ryan Seacrest, host and producer of “On Air with Ryan Seacrest,” concluded Saturday evening at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas

Latin Grammy Winner AIDA CUEVAS Celebrates Mariachi At The McCallum
by David Green - Sep 23, 2016


The Queen of Mexican Music, Aida Cuevas and America's first all-female mariachi ensemble, Mariachi Reyna de Los Angeles, unite for ¡Viva la Mujer Mariachi!, a concert extravaganza celebrating women in mariachi on Saturday, October 15, at 8:00pm. Latin Grammy winner Aida Cuevas is Mexico's most important female voice celebrating a long lasting career, leaving a remarkable imprint in the history of Mexican music. Today's highest example of female mariachi performance, Mariachi Reyna de Los Angeles bring sensitivity, beauty, warmth, and a vivacious spirit to the historic art of mariachi.

Jeremy Irvine to Join Cast of West End's BURIED CHILD
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 22, 2016


The Daily Mail has reported that 'War Horse' star Jeremy Irvine will join Ed Harris and Amy Madigan in the upcoming West End revival of Sam Shepherd's Buried Child.

BLOOD is Back This October
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 15, 2016


Glenne Headly (Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Dick Tracy, Mr. Holland's Opus) and James Kyson (NBC's Heroes, voted one of "Hollywood's 25 Hottest" by TV Guide) join the cast when The Garage re-opens its acclaimed world premiere production of BLOOD. Written and directed by Obie and New York Outer Critics Circle Award-winner/ DGA Award, two-time Golden Globe and five-time Emmy Award nominee Robert Allan Ackerman, BLOOD returns to the The Complex in Hollywood beginning Oct. 14.

Breaking News: Jessica Hecht, John Turturro & Tony Shalhoub Will Lead THE PRICE on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 15, 2016


Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) has just announced the stars of the new Broadway production of Arthur Miller's The Price, directed by Steppenwolf Theatre Company co-founder, Terry Kinney.

Sean Penn Announced as Honoree at Bovet 1822 Artists for Peace and Justice 2016 Toronto Film Festival Gala
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 9, 2016


Paul Haggis' Artists for Peace and Justice (APJ) announces its eighth annual benefit, the Bovet 1822 Artists for Peace and Justice 2016 Festival Fair on September 11, 2016, during the Toronto film festival.

National Geographic Channel Greenlights Global Scripted Event Series THE LONG ROAD HOME
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 1, 2016


National Geographic Channel executive vice president and head of global scripted programming and development Carolyn Bernstein announced today ahead of its TCA session that the network has picked up the global scripted miniseries THE LONG ROAD HOME, based on the New York Times best-seller from Martha Raddatz.

DVR Alert: FUNNY GIRL, Starring Barbra Streisand, Set for REEL 13 Tonight
by TV News Desk - Jul 30, 2016


Legendary leading ladies Elizabeth Taylor, Greta Garbo, Rita Hayworth and Barbra Streisand are featured in the July Reel 13 schedule. Tonight, watch Funny Girl with Streisand!

Only For Now? You Wish! AVENUE Q to Mark 13th Anniversary
by BWW News Desk - Jul 27, 2016


If ever a show has become part of the 'fabric' of New York and pop culture, it is the Tony Award-winning musical Avenue Q -- with its colorful cast of humans and puppets. The ground-breaking musical hits a new landmark this summer when it celebrates its 13th anniversary on Sunday, July 31, 2013 at New World Stages (340 W. 50 St.) in New York City.

Stage Vet Anastasia Barzee Nabs Recurring Role on The CW's BEAUTY & THE BEAST
by TV News Desk - Jul 14, 2016


TV, film and Broadway actress Anastasia Barzee begins a major recurring role in the final season of The CW's four-time People's Choice Award-winning series BEAUTY & THE BEAST, beginning July 21, 2016. Barzee plays Special Agent Olivia Dylan of Homeland Security.

FUNNY GIRL, Starring Barbra Streisand Set for REEL 13 July Lineup
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 5, 2016


Legendary leading ladies Elizabeth Taylor, Greta Garbo, Rita Hayworth and Barbra Streisand are featured in the July Reel 13 schedule. 

Madonna's True Blue Celebrates 30th Anniversary Today
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 30, 2016


Thirty years ago today, Madonna released her third studio album, True Blue, on Sire Records. One of the best-selling albums of all time, True Blue is RIAA-certified 7x platinum with seven million copies sold in the U.S. and an estimated 25 million copies sold worldwide.

THE ANGRY BIRDS MOVIE's Hatchlings Star in Brand-New Short Coming to Theaters
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 10, 2016


The Angry Birds Movie has flown to new heights, circling $300 million in worldwide box office, and the Hatchlings are celebrating in their own incredibly cute way.

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