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Coming this fall, an innovative new play will connect LA theater-goers to the spirit of Re?jane, a remarkable French actress and theater impresario who changed French culture, fashion and socio-politics as the 19th century morphed into the 20th. O Re?jane world premieres November 14, 2014 at Bootleg Theater to take audiences into the life of an indomitable woman of strength and passion. Re?jane is the most influential French actress most Americans have never heard of, yet she was so influential that she was portrayed

CENTRIC today announced the nominees for SOUL TRAIN AWARDS 2014, which will celebrate and honor R&B's finest and most soulful artists on November 7, 2014 at the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas.

On last week's ELLEN, guest DJ Stephen "tWitch" Boss revealed he has snagged a role in the highly anticipated sequel to 'Magic Mike'.

Starz announced today a season two pick up of the critically acclaimed slam dunk STARZ Original Series 'Survivor's Remorse' from executive producers Tom Werner, Maverick Carter, LeBron James, Mike O'Malley, Paul Wachter and Victor Levin. The sophomore season of the half-hour scripted comedy series will feature 10 episodes - up from its six-episode first season.

Break The Floor Productions is pleased to announce that North America's hottest new dance show -- SHAPING SOUND -- will perform two nights only at The Montalban Theatre Hollywood in Los Angeles, this weekend, October 11-12 at 8pm. Tickets are now on sale at www.ShapingSoundCo.com. Experience the exhilarating collaboration of North America's newest dance visionaries as they mash-up music genres and dance styles in an explosive dance theater experience perfect for all ages.

Towne Street Theatre presents 1969, a new drama by Barbara White Morgan. The world premiere engagement opens tonight, October 10, 2014 and continues through Sunday, November 2, 2014. All performances are at the Stella Adler Theatre, 6773 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90028. Show times are Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 PM and Sundays at 4:00 PM.

Towne Street Theatre presents 1969, a new drama by Barbara White Morgan. The world premiere engagement opens tonight, October 10, 2014 and continues through Sunday, November 2, 2014. All performances are at the Stella Adler Theatre, 6773 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90028. Show times are Todays and Saturdays at 8:00 PM and Sundays at 4:00 PM.

No one has ever shoved more marshmallows in an ELLEN show guest's face than Ellen did with Nicole Richie. Seriously. It's a record. Check out the record-setting video below!

Tickets range from $65 to $80 and can be purchased online at www.synetictheater.org or via phone at 866-811-4111.

THE RUNNERS, known for their pop and hip-hop smashes for the likes of Rihanna and Rick Ross (see their bio below for a refresher)--are now taking a new direction into the dance world. The Miami-based production duo of Dru Brett and Mayne Zane are stepping out with their first original dance floor production 'We Will Stand,'available today (October 8) at iTunes following its debut last night on SIRIUS XM's Beta BPM show hosted by Kramer.

Jennifer Garner stops by today's ELLEN and reveals the truth to the host about those tabloid headlines claiming she has a baby bump. Check out the appearance below!

Award-winning composer Dave Malloy presents a new song cycle about love, death, and whiskey in GHOST QUARTET, running at The Bushwick Starr, tonight, October 8 through November 1, 2014.

Robert Downey Jr. appeared on today's ELLEN and was confronted with a curious host about whether there would be a fourth installment of the IRON MAN franchise.

Ariana Grande stopped by ELLEN yesterday to serve as a suprise guest in a new segment for the daily talk show titled 'Who's In My Bushes?'.

The appeal of trading in the hustle and bustle of a 21st Century lifestyle for a 1955 throwback downgrade is the focus of Jordan Harrison's wonderfully intriguing play MAPLE & VINE, now having its Los Angeles/Orange County premiere production at the Chance Theater in Anaheim Hills through October 19. Directed by Mark Ramont, the dark dramedy traces the story of an interracial married couple and the drastic steps they take on to not only escape their respective present-day ruts but to further ignite their hopeful pursuit of happiness.

The cast is Katie Emery, Laura Spineti, Jake Pouilos, Braiden Sunshine, Abby Xenelis and Madeleine Carney. The band is Dave Anderson, Alex Rubin and Mike Lunoe.

The Board of Directors of MAPP International Productions (MAPP) has announced Brian Tate as its new Executive Director.

Starz brings you an insider's look at the life of a top professional basketball player - off the court - in the premiere episode of its half hour comedy 'Survivor's Remorse' tonight, October 4 at 9pm ET/PT. Check out the latest trailer, an in-depth look at the vivacious Calloway family, and a special look at Cam's Uncle Julius, brought to life by the one and only Mike Epps.

Towne Street Theatre presents 1969, a new drama by Barbara White Morgan. The world premiere engagement opens Friday, October 10, 2014 and continues through Sunday, November 2, 2014. All performances are at the Stella Adler Theatre, 6773 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90028. Show times are Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 PM and Sundays at 4:00 PM.

The MidAtlantic Opera, New Jersey's newest professional company, has announced the full cast for its upcoming, fully-staged production of Giuseppe Verdi's well-loved classic, RIGOLETTO, conducted by Maestro Jason C. Tramm and stage directed by Eric Gibson on Sunday, October 26, 2014 at 5:00 pm at the Ridge Performing Arts Center.