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Fathom Events partners with Fox Searchlight Pictures for the theatrical debut of “Tolkien,” giving audiences the chance to see this much-anticipated film on May 7 ahead of its theatrical nationwide release on May 10.  The Fathom cinema event will also feature an exclusive live Q&A with stars Nicholas Hoult, Lily Collins and director Dome Karukoski, moderated by Tolkien super-fan Stephen Colbert host of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on CBS. “Tolkien” tells the story of how J. R. R. Tolkien transformed from a lonely orphan into one of the great storytellers of all time — a story that is itself an enchanting tale lit with the power of imagination, the bonds of fellowship and the forging of purpose in the fires of love and war.

From stage to screen, Broadway will be represented on TV for the week of April 8, 2019!

 Comedy Central today announced a comprehensive development deal with Roy Wood Jr. with a 'first look' at content created and/or developed for television and new media, it was announced today by Sarah Babineau and Jonas Larsen, Executive Vice Presidents and Co-Heads of Talent and Development, Comedy Central.

NBC (7.618 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.1, #T1) was the most-watched network on Wednesday thanks to its trio of 'Chicago Med' (7.845 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 1.0, #T6), 'Chicago Fire' (8.103 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.1, #T3) and 'Chicago PD' (6.905 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 1.0, #T6).

John Lithgow, who is currently starring on Broadway in 'Hillary and Clinton,' was a guest on last night's episode of 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.' During the interview, Lithgow discusses the play, to which the Clintons have been invited, but haven't yet RSVPed.

Over a four day heatwave in Ibiza, Robyn rented a jeep, played a gig and threw a party - and captured it all in the 'Between The Lines' video, directed by Cody Critcheloe aka SSION who previously collaborated with Robyn on her 'Love is Free' video. Inspired by the iconic Wham! 'Club Tropicana' video filmed at Pikes, Robyn and SSION chose authenticity and fun over big-budget production value for 'Between The Lines,' intending to create in SSION's words something “intimate, messy, sweaty, silly and slightly voyeuristic…”

Chicago's legendary sketch and improv comedy theater returns to Long Wharf Theatre, 222 Sargent Drive, New Haven, CT, April 11-13, all performances at 8 PM, with The Best of The Second City. This must-see show features the best sketches and songs from The Second City's history made famous by superstars like Tina Fey, Stephen Colbert, Steve Carell, Gilda Radner, Bill Murray and more--as well as their trademark improvisation. Come see where it all began during this special 3 night engagement.

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Get over the hump today by catching up on the latest Broadway news!

“The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” has finished #1 for the late-night ratings week of March 25-29 in adults 18-49 versus “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” and “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” according to “live plus same day” figures from Nielsen Media Research, during an anomalous week of one “Tonight” original, three “Late Show” first-runs and four “Kimmel” originals.

NBC (7.097 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.3, #1) kicked off April on top thanks to new episodes of 'The Voice' (8.416 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.5, #1) and 'The Enemy Within' (4.460 million viewers, #9; adults 18-49: 0.8, #T6).

The International Academy of Digital Arts & Sciences (IADAS) today announced the Nominees for The 23rd Annual Webby Awards, which includeSerial, Spotify, Planned Parenthood, Mr Robot, Coldplay, Hulu, Patreon, Marvel Entertainment, as well as some of the year's most talked-about personalities, including Ellen,John Krasinski, Kesha, Stephen Colbert, Chance the Rapper, Kris Jenner, Stephen Curry, and Hasan Minhaj.

Nathan Lane was a guest on Monday night's episode of 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.' During the interview, the 'Gary: A Sequel to Titus Andronicus' star shares some horror stories of the most critical reviews ever given on Broadway. He tells Colbert about the worst review he got for his Broadway debut, and the worst review playwright Terrence McNally received for his debut.

From stage to screen, Broadway will be represented on TV for the week of April 1, 2019!

THE CONSERVATIVE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK! #DANCINGTOTHEWHITEHOUSE - NEW GRAPHIC NOVEL SERIES ABOUT ALEXANDRIA OCASIO-CORTEZ 2020 PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, PREMIERES ON AMAZON

CBS (6.249 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.6, #1) once again took home top honors with its primetime coverage of the 'NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament' (6.718 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 1.7, #1) followed by a second game from the 'NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament' (5.780 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 1.5, #T2).

GRAMMY®, Tony®, and Emmy® Award-winner Ben Platt has officially announced today's release of his highly anticipated debut album. SING TO ME INSTEAD is available now via Atlantic Records at all music retailers and streaming services.

Bay Street Theater is pleased to continue adding to the Comedy Club line up for this summer. The two all new shows just added are Robert Klein on Saturday, June 22, and Colin Quinn on Saturday, July 27. Tickets for both shows go on sale to the public on April 5. The return ofPaula Poundstone on Memorial Day Weekend, Saturday, May 25, was recently announced and tickets are already on sale and are going fast according to Bay Street Theater. All of the Comedy Club shows are at 8 pm. The Summer Comedy Club is sponsored in part by Hampton Implantology. For tickets go online to www.baystreet.org or call the Box Office at 631-725-9500. The Box Office is open Tuesday - Saturday 11 am - 5 pm or showtime.

On Wednesday, April 10, 2019, top comedians and celebrity guests will join sports superstars John and Patrick McEnroe and Andy Cohen at the third annual You Cannot Be Serious! evening of comedy at Carolines on Broadway from 7:30pm to 10:00pm. Proceeds will benefit the Johnny Mac Tennis Project, a transformative youth tennis initiative founded by McEnroe.

Summer in Downtown Pittsburgh means soaring temperatures, baseball, and the return of The Second City to The Public. This time the hilarious Chicago troupe will take the stage in Greatest Hits, Volume 59, celebrating The Second City's 60 years of being the funniest people on the planet. Greatest Hits, Volume 59 runs for three performances only at the O'Reilly Theater, Pittsburgh Public Theater's home in the heart of Downtown's Cultural District.

NBC (7.743 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.1, #1) held off the competition on Wednesday with its lineup of 'Chicago Med' (7.986 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 1.2, #T2), 'Chicago Fire' (8.183 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.2, #T2) and 'Chicago PD' (7.061 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 1.1, #T4).