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BroadwayWorld is bringing you the inside scoop on this year's Jimmy Awards with student blogger Haven Bowers- a nominee from Durham's Triangle Rising Stars. Earlier this year, she won the title of Best Leading Actress in a Musical for her portrayal of Katherine Plumber in Heritage High School's Newsies. Read Haven's first entry below!

The New York Times reports that an arbitrator has ruled that 'New York City Ballet overstepped when it fired two principal male dancers accused of sharing sexually explicit photos of female dancers.'

'A crisis is a terrible thing to waste,' says Paul Rober, Stanford Economist. I doubt he had Maddie Corman in mind, but his statement certainly applies to her one woman show 'Accidentally Brave.' Written and performed by Ms. Corman, this story is something no one would ever want to experience. She doesn't waste a truly horrific crisis by any means!

Oliver Alvin-Wilson is known for a plethora of Shakespearean roles, Nine Night, and the previous run of The Twilight Zone at the Almeida Theatre. He now speaks to BroadwayWorld about returning to The Twilight Zone in the West End.

I hate midterms, but I love musicals. I've been having a rough time this week with all the work and little time to enjoy things. Midterms bring me so much anxiety and it sometimes becomes debilitating. I wasn't enjoying my cast recordings, I wasn't seeing any new things, and most importantly I was not motivated to study.

Alyssa Beck was a 15-year-old Jacksonville, Fla., runaway looking for a way out of her family home. She ran right into the hands of a violent sex trafficking group. Beck reveals her fight for survival and the horrors she faced in 48 HOURS: LIVE TO TELL: “Trafficked” to be broadcast Saturday, March 31(10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

'Ink Master: Angels,' which is a spin-off off Spike's original tattoo competition series 'Ink Master,' features four of Ink Master season 8's top female competitions which include Ryan Ashley, Kelly Doty, Nikki Simpson and Gia Rose as they travel the country and go head to head with some of America's most talented tattoo artists

Justice have unveiled a brand new, sexually explicit video for their recent single Pleasure. The video, directed by Alexandre Court s of Division, portrays two lovers entwined in passion before becoming part of an abstract, cosmic explosion the product of which leads to the birth of new life.

Stages Repertory Theatre opened their production of Jethro Compton's stage version of The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance on May 24, and will continue to enthrall Houston audiences with their riveting tale of good versus evil, love, and revenge in the Wild West through June 25.

Today, Dr. Oz sits with child star Dustin Diamond. Everyone knew Screech from Saved by the Bell, the role that catapulted Diamond into teen stardom around the world.

Sometimes you go to a show and you see what can only be described as a "Star Turn". That performance that shows just how amazing an actor is. But what do you call it when you see it over and over again? Lately I call it Conner Neddersen as, just like his previous stellar performances, his performance in Strawberry Theatre Workshop's current production of "9 Circles" shows off once again just how fine of an actor he is and how he keeps growing better and better with each role.

A true collaboration between Kasey Crawford Kellem and her rescued Pit Bull, Belle Eve, teaches kids how to be resilient during loss and hardship. 'Anything is PAWSible if you believe!' This heart-warming story of one dog's trials during one of her owner's journey with cancer and after losing him and rising out of the ashes of despair with a unique outlook and resilient attitude engages readers of all ages. Everything is narrated by Bella Eve herself and based on her actual life story with her owners Craig and Kasey Crawford Kellem. 'The inspiration to write a book with Bella Eve came after I was done writing my adult book: Don't Stop Believing: Our Journey with Cancer,' said Kellem. 'I wanted to inspire and help children to get through loss and heartache. There are many kids who know someone or an animal with cancer, but they do not know how to cope with the experience and have a hard time expressing their feelings about the situation. I felt by writing Bella Eve's story, kids would know they are not alone in these struggles and would gain skills to cope.' Children of all ages will relate easily to Bella Eve and her story of losing her owner to cancer. The book includes information on a wide range of topics from being resilient to not letting go of dreams even in a time of loss, believing and trusting those around, finding joy in life around in hard times to not giving up on loved ones and friends. Each topic is uncovered as Bella Eve and Kasey journey through life during Craig's illness and after his death. The format is designed to resonate with readers of all ages and open conversation about resiliency, hardship and loss. 'The book really allows kids to open up and share their feelings, fears and coping mechanisms,' added Kellem. 'I've even had adults cry and share experiences with me after reading the book.' Those who own dogs know they are far more than just animals; compassionate, intricate souls with deep emotions and thoughts. Kasey Crawford Kellem's rescue Pit Bull fits the description to a tee. In fact, she is such an inspiration that Bella Eve and Kellem have plans to write more books together. 'Kasey is a big believer, teacher and role model of being resilient,' stated Halo Publisher Lisa M. Umina. 'Bella Eve also has a motto she shares in her new book, too: 'Anything is PAWSible if You Believe.' This is repeated in the book multiple times, and I hope readers will gain the five skills needed to face adversity with resilience.' Bella Eva and Kasey Crawford Kellem's dream is to inspire people of all ages to live life with happiness, gratitude, courage, faith, and determination despite adversity. They believe! Purchase Bella Eve: The Bounce-Back Dog through Halo Publishing's website (http://halopublishing.com), Amazon, B&N and local bookstores. Biography: Bella Eve lives with her mother, Kasey Crawford Kellem. Bella enjoys going for car rides and long walks with her mommy. When she is home, she plays in her yard socializing with any dog or person who visits. Bella hopes as a therapy dog she can help children learn resiliency skills and cope with their challenges in life. Kasey Crawford Kellem, a school counselor, has devoted her life to helping others facing adversity overcome their challenges and be resilient. She earned a bachelor and master's degree in special education and an educational specialist degree in counseling. Kasey is the author of 'Don't Stop Believing: Our Journey with Cancer' and five Mind Over Matter children's books: Believe; Love; Relax; Laugh; and Dream. She is a recent widow, stepmother, sister, daughter and friend to many. 'Bella Eve: The Bounce-Back Dog' by Kasey Crawford Kellem, publisher Halo Publishing, Int. ISBN: 978-1-61244-419-2; Price: $19.95 Press & Media Contact: Lisa M. Umina, Publisher Halo Publishing International 1100 NW Loop 410, Suite 700-176 San Antonio, TX 78213 - USA +1 877-705-9647 contact@halopublishing.com http://www.halopublishing.com

Tonight Jax and I got suited up for our final ride together. Seven seasons of Mayhem Madness, and despite my severe snark and overall feeling that this was not its best season, I will miss this show

The state appointed Laurent Le Bon president of the closed Musée Picasso in June and sent him on an emergency mission to reopen the museum's regal 17th-century mansion after five years of construction and renovation, with several missed start dates and an employee revolt that led to the firing in May of the previous president on the grounds of autocratic management.

Matt Wallace has a midsummer night's dream. And it is big.

Based on Green Day's GRAMMY® Award-winning multi-platinum album, AMERICAN IDIOT boldly takes the American musical where it's never gone before. It takes you on a journey of 3 young men trying to discover themselves and where they belong in a post 9/11 world.

Theatre UCF opens Steve Martin's laugh-out-loud comedy The Underpants on Thursday, September 19 at the Black Box Theater on the UCF campus. The play will run for three weeks, through October 5.

We speak to the legendary lyricist about Bond, Lloyd Webber, and the forthcoming celebration of his work!

Today we are talking to one of Broadway's most remarkable breakout stars to have crossed over into Hollywood with an impressive film career following his superlative work in the Mike Nichols-directed HBO production of Tony Kushner's Pulitzer Prize-winning ANGELS IN AMERICA in 2002, the affable and incredibly talented Patrick Wilson. While looking ahead to Monday's BROADWAY BLOWS BACK benefit concert in aid of Hurricane Sandy relief, Wilson and I take a look back at his career onstage and onscreen thus far, with an emphasis on the diverse range and commendable dedication to character he has displayed since his memorable first starring roles on Broadway - from BRIGHT LIGHTS< BIG CITY to OKLAHOMA! to THE FULL MONTY, BAREFOOT IN THE PARK and ALL MY SONS onstage to his aforementioned Joe Pitt in ANGELS to roles in HARD CANDY with Ellen Page, LITTLE CHILDREN with Kate Winslet, WATCHMEN with fellow recent InDepth InterView participant Carla Gugino to last year's YOUNG ADULT and this year's PROMETHEUS, Wilson can clearly do it all. Additionally, Wilson reflects on his work with Andrew Lloyd Webber on THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA as well as shares thoughts on other roles he would enjoy playing someday (Joe Gillis in SUNSET BOULEVARD perhaps?) and shares stories from the set of GLEE and AMERICAN HORROR STORY creator Ryan Murphy's first feature film, RUNNING WITH SCISSORS. Plus, thoughts on how Broadway has changed thus far in the new century, immediate plans for the future and much, much more!

The Orange County Performing Arts Center is offering a plethora of fun events to celebrate the kick-off of the XANADU National Tour at the Center from December 15 through 27. These include roller skating on the Center's community plaza on December 19 and 20, street muralist Melanie Stimmell Van Latum creating a 225-square-foot mural inspired by XANADU, a special Talk Back with cast members on December 22 and three Kids' Night on Broadway performances - December 15, 16 and 17.