Taran Killam News

IFC to Host DOCUMENTARY NOW…AND FOREVER! Week

by Michael Major — September 1, 2022

Known for lovingly paying homage to the world of documentaries, Documentary Now! Season 53 will debut with a two-episode premiere on Wednesday, October 19 at 10 PM on IFC, and on AMC+ the same day.

Alexander Skarsgård, Nicholas Braun & More Join the 53rd Season of DOCUMENTARY NOW!

by Michael Major — August 5, 2022

The two-part, season premiere episode, “Soldier of Illusion,” written by John Mulaney and starring Alexander Skarsgård (The Northman, Big Little Lies), Nicholas Braun (Succession, Zola) and August Diehl (Inglourious Basterds), was inspired by the Werner Herzog-focused documentary Burden of Drea

Former HAMILTON Stars Andrew Chappelle & Taran Killam Team Up For FANATIC Short Film

by Michael Major — June 24, 2022

Former Hamilton co-stars Andrew Chappelle and Taran Killam have reunited to film Fanatic, a new short film written by Chappelle.

The Latinx House, Sundance Institute, Netflix, and Shondaland Announce Inaugural Cohort for Adelante Directors Fellowship

by Michael Major — June 13, 2022

The Latinx House, the Sundance Institute’s Women at Sundance program, Netflix, and Shondaland announced three Latina directors who will participate in the inaugural Adelante Directors Fellowship, a groundbreaking program that supports up-and-coming directors’ professional development, creating a

GROUNDLINGS OF '69 Improv Comedy Show to Open This Month

by Marissa Tomeo — April 1, 2022

 The Groundlings Theatre introduces a brand-new groovy sketch show from the Groundlings Main company, “Groundlings of ’69.

Comedy Central to Premiere New Animated Series LIGHTNING WOLVES

by Michael Major — April 1, 2022

The animated series features voice talent from Eugene Cordero, Donald Faison, Sofia Gonzalez, Taran Killam, Will McLaughlin, Bobby Moynihan, Griffin Newman, Lennon Parham, Nicole Parker, Connor Ratliff, Ben Schwartz, Jimmi Simpson, and Cobie Smulders.

VIDEO: Ben Fankhauser Performs Michael Kooman and Christopher Dimond's New Song 'Chaos'

by Stephi Wild — March 25, 2022

Emmy-nominated writing team Michael Kooman and Christopher Dimond have released the world premiere recording of their song 'Chaos', performed by Ben Fankhauser (Newsies) with orchestrations by August Eriksmoen (Come From Away, Bright Star), is now available.

HAMILTON's Taran Killam and Andrew Chappelle Will Host Future Artists Gala at LACSHA

by Stephi Wild — March 23, 2022

On Friday, April 28th, LACSHA, the number one Arts High School in America,  is hosting its 5th annual Future Artists Gala at The Novo in LA Live.

VIDEO: Watch Annaleigh Ashford & Judith Light in a New Clip from AMERICAN CRIME STORY: IMPEACHMENT

by Michael Major — October 19, 2021

In the clip, Susan Carpenter-McMillan (Light) helps Paula Jones (Ashford) prepare to meet President Bill Clinton for the first time.

VIDEO: See Beanie Feldstein as Monica Lewinsky in the Official Trailer for AMERICAN CRIME STORY: IMPEACHMENT!

by Sarah Leiber — August 12, 2021

The cast also includes Sarah Paulson, Clive Owen, Edie Falco, Taran Killam, George Salazar, Billy Eichner, and Margo Martindale.

VIDEO: On This Day, July 1 - Jake Gyllenhaal And Ellen Greene Star In LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS At City Center

by A.A. Cristi — July 1, 2021

On this day in 2015, Jake Gyllenhaal and original 'Audrey', Ellen Greene took the stage at City Center in a concert production of the musical, Little Shop of Horrors.

VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for SEARCH PARTY Season Four

by Sarah Leiber — December 15, 2020

In SEARCH PARTY season four, Dory (Alia Shawkat) is held prisoner by her psychotic stalker Chip (Cole Escola), who is determined to make Dory believe that they are best friends.

Audra McDonald, Sutton Foster & More Will Lend Voices to Third Season of Disney Junior's VAMPIRINA

by Nicole Rosky — September 28, 2020

Disney Junior's hit animated series 'Vampirina' has gained some Broadway veterans as guest stars.

Catch Chris Kattan and Phil LaMarr in Groundlings Virtual Improv Show

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 25, 2020

The Groundlings Theatre alumni Chris Kattan (Saturday Night Live) and Phil LaMarr (MADtv) will be special guests on the virtual edition of the Cookin' With GAS Show - the critically acclaimed short-form improv show.

Listings for A LITTLE LATE WITH LILLY SINGH: August 27 – September 4

by A.A. Cristi — August 27, 2020

Groundlings Present New Virtual Shows This Week!

by A.A. Cristi — August 24, 2020

Special guests Drew Droege (Boba??s Burgers) joins The Crazy Uncle Joe Show and Nyima Funk (Key & Peele) joins first virtual Cookina?? With GAS show for this weeka??s The Groundlings Theatre online programming.

Comedy Central Cancels DRUNK HISTORY

by Kelle Long — August 20, 2020

Well, history fans.

Broadway From Home: More Reader-Selected Theater Documentaries!

by Kaitlin Milligan — July 25, 2020

In response to our list of documentaries for theater lovers, we asked you on social media which ones we missed and we compiled the list of documentaries that should've been included!

VIDEO: On This Day, July 1- Jake Gyllenhaal And Ellen Greene Star In LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS At City Center

by A.A. Cristi — July 1, 2020

On this day in 2015, Jake Gyllenhaal and original 'Audrey', Ellen Greene took the stage at City Center in a concert production of the musical, Little Shop of Horrors.

John Legend to Host Special One-Hour Father's Day Celebration on ABC

by Kaitlin Milligan — June 12, 2020

ABC has announced that John Legend, father of two and EGOT winner, will host a one-hour variety special, 'John Legend and Family: A Bigger Love Father's Day,' on Sunday, June 21 at 8:00p.