Tyler Perry News

Casting Director Kim Coleman Joins the Richard Lawson Studios Master Class Series

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 30, 2020

On November 14th, Master Teacher Richard Lawson will be joined by award-winning Casting Director Kim Coleman.

The Paley Center Announces New Impact Program: The Role Of Media In Economic Equality

by A.A. Cristi — October 29, 2020

The Paley Center for Media today announced the latest program in its acclaimed PaleyIMPACT series: The Role of Media in Economic Equality.

The Midseason Premiere of TYLER PERRY'S RUTHLESS Returns Thursday, November 26

by Sarah Jae Leiber — October 29, 2020

Today, BET+ announced the midseason return of 'Tyler Perry's Ruthless,' premiering Thursday, November 26, exclusively on BET+.

Where Can You Stream Your Favorite Halloween Movies in 2020?

by Sarah Jae Leiber — October 23, 2020

Have you been wondering how you’re going to celebrate Halloween at home this year?

ALIEU THE DREAMER Premieres Oct. 22

by Sarah Jae Leiber — October 20, 2020

Today, BET and Paramount Players announce the premiere date for the winning movie script of BET's nationwide competition 'Project CRE8.

Dance Theatre of Harlem Announces 2020 Gala Featuring Alicia Keys and More

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 12, 2020

Dance Theatre of Harlem announced today its plans to embark on an ambitious project designed to continue its creation of new work, and details about this year's Vision Gala, WE ARE Dance Theatre of Harlem, set for October 19.

Streaming Now Available For Timely TheatreWorks Hit HOLD THESE TRUTHS

by A.A. Cristi — October 6, 2020

TheatreWorks Silicon Valley is now streaming Jeanne Sakata's Hold These Truths, filmed during the 2018 TheatreWorks production.

Tyler Perry to be Honored with THE PEOPLE'S CHAMPION AWARD

by Sarah Jae Leiber — October 6, 2020

E! announced today that world-renowned entertainment mogul, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Tyler Perry will be honored with “The People’s Champion of 2020” award.

Billy Porter, Anais Mitchell, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, and Tyler Perry Picked for TIME100

by A.A. Cristi — September 22, 2020

Today, TIME revealed its 2020 TIME100, an annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world.

Wake Up With BWW 9/23: Check Out Webber's CINDERELLA Marquee, and More!

by Stephi Wild — September 23, 2020

Today's top stories: check out the marquee for Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cinderella, Marc Kudisch will lead a play about West Side Story for the New Works Virtual Festival, and more!

SCHITT'S CREEK, SUCCESSION, and More Take Home 2020 Primetime Emmy Awards; Full List!

by Stephi Wild — September 21, 2020

The 72nd Primetime Emmy Awards were held virtually last night, and hosted by Jimmy Kimmel.

Fall in Love All Over Again with BET's Hit-Dramedy TYLER PERRY'S SISTAS

by Sarah Jae Leiber — September 3, 2020

The wait is over! Today, BET and Tyler Perry Studios announced a premiere date for 'Tyler Perry's Sistas,' the #1 new scripted cable series for Black people 18-49 and 25-54.

BET Announces Premiere of TYLER PERRY'S HOUSE OF PAYNE and TYLER PERRY'S ASSISTED LIVING

by Chloe Rabinowitz — August 20, 2020

'TYLER PERRY'S HOUSE OF PAYNE' and 'TYLER PERRY'S ASSISTED LIVING' will premiere on BET Wednesday, September 2nd at 9 PM ET and 10 PM ET, respectively.

Tyler Perry is Rethinking Retiring Madea After Success of Stage Play Coming to BET+

by Kelle Long — August 20, 2020

Entertainment royalty Tyler Perry admitted to GOOD MORNING AMERICA that he’s having a hard time saying goodbye to one of his most famous characters ever.

THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON Listings August 19 – August 28

by A.A. Cristi — August 19, 2020

'THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON' LISTINGS: August 19 – August 28

Season Two of 'Tamron Hall' Set to Premiere Monday, Sept. 14

by Robert Diamond — August 17, 2020

Tamron Hall, honored in her freshman season with a Daytime Emmy® for Outstanding Informative Talk Show Host, will return for a sophomore season on Monday, Sept.

Phylicia Rashad, Angela Bassett, & More to Star in the HBO Special Event BETWEEN THE WORLD AND ME

by Kaitlin Milligan — August 13, 2020

The first wave of featured performers has been announced for HBOa??s adaptation of the critically acclaimed stage show, based on the #1 New York Times bestseller of the same name by author and journalist Ta-Nehisi Coates.

Gospel Star Jill Scott to Star In Mahalia Jackson Biopic, Produced by Jamie Foxx and Queen Latifah

by A.A. Cristi — August 12, 2020

Lifetime extends their partnership with trusted journalist Robin Roberts for four new movies under the Robin Roberts Presents banner.

VIDEO: Jennifer Hudson Performs 'Bridge Over Troubled Water' as Tribute to John Lewis

by Stephi Wild — August 5, 2020

Jennifer Hudson was one of the stars who took part in CBSa??s John Lewis: Celebrating a Hero TV special, which aired on Tuesday at 10 p.

Carrie Gibson's FIAMA'S FINALE to be Featured in The JOCUNDA FESTIVAL'S Virtual Play Reading Series

by Chloe Rabinowitz — August 4, 2020

The JOCUNDA MUSIC, FILM & THEATRE FESTIVAL Presents a Virtual Play Reading of FIAMA'S FINALE by Carrie Gibson and Elizabeth Welles and Directed by Carrie Gibson on Sunday, August 9th at 8PM EST.