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Jill Rafson Takes Helm of Roundabout Underground as Robyn Goodman Steps Down
by BWW News Desk - Nov 28, 2017


Roundabout Theatre Company announces today that Robyn Goodman steps down as Founding Artistic Producer of Roundabout Underground. Goodman and colleague Josh Fiedler will continue to consult Roundabout's artistic team.

YoungArts Spotlights Emerging Artists During MIAMI ART WEEK 2017
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2017


During Miami Art Week, the work of recent National YoungArts Foundation alumni, some of the country's most promising emerging artists, will be on view throughout Miami in two exhibitions presented by the organization, and a unique curated experience at Brickell City Centre.

YoungArts to Honor MOONLIGHT's Tarell Alvin McCraney with 2018 Alumni Award
by BWW News Desk - Nov 21, 2017


On Saturday, January 13, 2018, the National YoungArts Foundation (YoungArts) will honor Tarell Alvin McCraney - Academy Award-winning playwright, 1999 YoungArts Winner in Theater and YoungArts master teacher - with the 2018 Arison Alumni Award at the organization's annual Backyard Ball on the YoungArts Campus (2100 Biscayne Boulevard).

Jack Lane Appointed to the Educational Theatre Foundation Board
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 17, 2017


Further fulfilling their mission to preserve and advance the art form of Musical Theatre through performance and education, STAGES St. Louis is pleased to announce Executive Producer Jack Lane's appointment to the Educational Theatre Foundation's (ETF) National Board of Trustees.

ABC Sets TGIT Return Date Following Winter Break
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 16, 2017


ans can rest assured now that ABC has confirmed the return of the popular series Grey's Anatomy at 8 p.m. EST, followed by Scandal at 9 p.m. EST, then How to Get Away with Murder at 10 p.m. EST on Thursday, January 18, 2018.

Mark Blum, Debra Monk and More Join Jamie Brewer in Roundabout's AMY AND THE ORPHANS; Cast Complete!
by BWW News Desk - Nov 16, 2017


Roundabout Theatre Company has announced the complete cast of the world-premiere production Amy and the Orphans, by Roundabout Underground alumna Lindsey Ferrentino (Ugly Lies the Bone), with direction by eight-time Tony Award nominee Scott Ellis (She Loves Me, On the Twentieth Century).

Director Ava Duvernay to Receive Industry Visionary Award at American Black Film Festival
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 14, 2017


Director and producer Ava DuVernay is a fearless director and storyteller, who has continued to create awareness and opportunities through her art and ABFF Honors is proud to present her with the 2018 ABFF Honors Industry Visionary Award.

Roundabout Underground's TOO HEAVY FOR YOUR POCKET Enters Final Fortnight
by BWW News Desk - Nov 13, 2017


A friendly reminder that Roundabout Theatre Company will conclude its critically acclaimed New York premiere of Too Heavy for Your Pocket by Jir h Breon Holder, directed by Margot Bordelon, after extending its initial limited run. The extension week will include three special performances reserved for NYC public school students from schools affiliated with Roundabout's expansive education program.

Anthony Anderson Returns as Host of NAACP IMAGE AWARDS; Voting Now Open
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 9, 2017


BLACK-ISH star and Emmy-nominated actor Anthony Anderson will once again host the awards ceremony. The actor hosted the 47th and 48th NAACP IMAGE AWARDS and won the trophy for his role on the ABC comedy numerous times.

BWW Review: August Wilson's GEM OF THE OCEAN Gets Exquisite New Staging at South Coast Repertory
by Michael Quintos - Nov 6, 2017


Riding the wave of renewed interest in August Wilson's 10 play, American Century Cycle, South Coast Repertory has one particular Wilson drama on their sonar at the moment: GEM OF THE OCEAN, the riveting, epic-sized 2003 drama now continuing at the Costa Mesa theater through November 11. An exquisitely rendered, mesmerizing production superbly directed by Kent Gash and featuring a truly impressive, excellent ensemble cast, SCR's new regional production of GEM OF THE OCEAN combines a bountiful interweaving of historical references, personal and emotionally-tinged character confessionals, and mystical, magical elements to fashion one of the most fascinating and engaging works of drama I have experienced in this Tony Award-winning regional theater.

Jake Gyllenhaal, Kate Winslet Among HOLLYWOOD FILM AWARD Winners; Full List!
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 6, 2017


Last night, the 21st ANNUAL HOLLYWOOD FILM AWARDSbrought together Hollywood's elite to honor the year's most talked about, and highly anticipated, actors, actresses, films and those who help bring them to life.

VIDEO: Pop-Soul Singer/Songwriter MAJOR.'s Viral Video Encourages Young Black Girl To Embrace Her Inner Beauty
by Emily Bruno - Nov 3, 2017


This years Taste of Soul 12th Annual Festival songwriter/singer MAJOR. serenaded a young girl during a heartfelt rendition of his new single, Honest. The genuine spur of the moment act left her and hundreds around her, in tears. MAJOR.'s performance promoted the importance of self-care, encouraging young girl of color to embrace their inner beauty - shedding light on the meaning of being Honest.

Viola Davis & More Set to Present at 21st Annual HOLLYWOOD FILM AWARDS
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 1, 2017


dick clark productions announced today an all-star lineup of presenters for this weekend's 21st Annual HOLLYWOOD FILM AWARDS.

The CW Announces Slate of Upcoming Holiday Programming
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 1, 2017


The CW Network today announced its slate of upcoming holiday specials, including the new specials MASTERS OF ILLUSION: CHRISTMAS MAGIC and POPSTAR'S BEST OF 2017.

Christina Aguilera to Honor Whitney Houston at 2017 AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 30, 2017


dick clark productions and ABC announced today that singer, songwriter and actress Christina Aguilera will pay tribute to Whitney Houston and music from the successful film-turned-pop culture phenomenon, The Bodyguard, at the 2017 AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS.

Roundabout's THE LAST MATCH Officially Takes the Court Off-Broadway Tomorrow
by BWW News Desk - Oct 23, 2017


A friendly reminder that The Last Match opens officially tomorrow, October 24, 2017, at the Laura Pels Theatre at the Harold and Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre (111 W 46th Street).

Rohina Malik's THE MECCA TALES Begins Tonight at The Sheen Center
by BWW News Desk - Oct 20, 2017


Voyage Theater Company and Crossroads Theatre Company will present The New York Premiere of Rohina Malik's THE MECCA TALES, directed by Kareem Fahmy (3/Fifths at 3LD; This Time with Rising Circle Theater Collective), at The Sheen Center for Thought & Culture (18 Bleecker Street at the corner of Elizabeth Street), tonight, October 20, through November 4.

BLADE RUNNER 2049 to Be Honored at 21st Annual HOLLYWOOD FILM AWARDS
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 19, 2017


dick clark productions announced today that Andrew A. Kosove, Broderick Johnson and Cynthia Sikes Yorkin will receive the Hollywood Producer Award for their stunning film BLADE RUNNER 2049

Whoopi Goldberg, Maggie Gyllenhaal and James Earl Jones to Knock the Ball Out of the Park for Roundabout's DAMN YANKEES Benefit
by BWW News Desk - Oct 13, 2017


Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced a special Benefit Concert Reading of Damn Yankees, the Tony award-winning musical comedy by George Abbott and Douglass Wallop with music and lyrics by Richard Adler and Jerry Ross.

Sandra Dee Richardson Featured in MAMABOY and RUNNING WILD, Announces Upcoming Projects
by Movies News Desk - Oct 12, 2017


Actress Sandra Dee Richardson appears in the feature films 'Mamaboy' and 'Running Wild' - both films were distributed in early 2017.

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