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VIDEO: Jim Parsons Channels Peter Pan on SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE
by Caryn Robbins -

Last night's SNL offered a new take on the musical adaptation of the J. M. Barrie classic, featuring host Jim Parsons as the boy who wouldn't grow up.

VIDEO: Jim Parsons Promos Upcoming SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE
by Caryn Robbins -

'Saturday Night Live' returns March 1 with host Jim Parsons and musical guest Beck. Check out Jim Parsons and SNL cast member Bobby Moynihan in an all-new promo for this Saturday's show!

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - GREAT PERFORMANCES Steve Martin & Steep Canyon Players ft. Edie Brickell
by Caryn Robbins -

See Steve Martin and The Steep Canyon Rangers, featuring Edie Brickell, in their first-ever live concert performance to be broadcast on television.

TV Exclusive: Backstage with Richard Ridge- SAG Foundation Conversations Series with Ian McKellen & Patrick Stewart; Part 2
by Nicole Rosky -

Screen Actors Guild Foundation and Broadway World have partnered for an filmed Conversations Q&A series to recognize and celebrate the vibrant theatre community in New York City and the union actors who aspire to have a career on the stage and screen. The most recent conversation featured stage and screen titans Ian McKellen and Patrick Stewart, moderated by BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge. Check out Part 1 of the conversation HERE and Part 2 below!

VIDEO: Seth Meyers Says Goodbye to 'Weekend Update' on SNL
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On last night's episode of SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE, Seth Meyers hosted his final 'Weekend Update' segment, concluding his eight seasons on the NBC sketch comedy series. He will go on to take over the reins of 'Late Night' from fellow SNL alum Jimmy Fallon. Watch Meyers' final skit below, featuring some familiar faces!

VIDEO: Broadway Tackles the Super Bowl in SNL's Spectacular Cold Open with Melissa McCarthy and More!
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After last-minute cancellations from half-time performers Bruno Mars and the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Super Bowl producers hire Broadway stars in the spectacular SNL cold open skit from last night, featuring Melissa McCarthy and an appearance by Kenan Thompson as Broadway's song and dance man Ben Vereen. Check it out below!

TV Exclusive: Backstage with Richard Ridge- SAG Foundation Conversations Series with Ian McKellen & Patrick Stewart; Part 1
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Screen Actors Guild Foundation and Broadway World have partnered for an filmed Conversations Q&A series to recognize and celebrate the vibrant theatre community in New York City and the union actors who aspire to have a career on the stage and screen. The most recent conversation featured stage and screen titans Ian McKellen and Patrick Stewart, moderated by Broadway World's Richard Ridge. Check out Part 1 of the conversation below!

VIDEO: Melissa McCarthy, Imagine Dragons Star in New SNL Promo
by Caryn Robbins -

Melissa McCarthy hosts with musical guest Imagine Dragons on Saturday Night Live this weekend.

VIDEO: Melissa McCarthy Talks Super Bowl & More in This Week's SNL Promos
by Caryn Robbins -

Below, check out promos for the Feb. 1 episode of NBC's SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE, hosted by Melissa McCarthy with musical guest Imagine Dragons.

VIDEO: First Look - Christopher Plummer in BARRYMORE on PBS's Great Performances
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Plummer delivers another highly affecting performance, when he recreates his Tony Award-winning role of legendary actor John Barrymore in the film adaptation of William Luce's Broadway play of the same name.

VIDEO: Host & Musical Guest DRAKE Promos This Week's SNL
by Caryn Robbins -

Drake hosts and performs on Saturday Night Live this weekend. Catch the episode Saturday, January 18 at 11:30/10:30c, Below, watch promo ads for the show featuring Drake and members of the SNL cast!

STAGE TUBE: On This Day 1/14- FOSSE
by Nicole Rosky -

Today in 1999, Fosse opened at the Broadhurst THeatre, where it ran for 1093 performances. Fosse is a three-act musical revue showcasing the choreography of Bob Fosse. The original Broadway production, conceived and directed by Richard Maltby, Jr. and Ann Reinking was choreographed by Reinking and Chet Walker. In 2002, Fosse, featuring Reinking and Ben Vereen, was aired as part of the Great Performances series on PBS television. A London production opened at the West End Prince of Wales Theatre on February 8, 2000 and closed January 6, 2001. The musical did not recreate the musical numbers as originally presented but instead had primarily black-and-white costumes (including the all-important hats), set against a simple setting.

VIDEO: Watch New SNL Cast Member Sasheer Zamata Take on Beyonce, Tyra Banks & More!
by Caryn Robbins -

Below, get a preview of the new SNL funnylady from her YouTube channel, including her impersonations of Beyonce, Michelle Obama and Rihanna!

American Masters Launches 200th Episode Featuring Exclusive Director's Cut of J.D. Salinger, 1/21
by Christina Mancuso -

THIRTEEN's American Masters launches its 28th season with the series' 200th episode: the exclusive director's cut of Shane Salerno's documentary, Salinger,premiering nationally Tuesday, January 21, 9-11:30 p.m. on PBS (check local listings) with 15 minutes of new material not seen in theaters. Check out a sneak peek below!

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - PBS Documentary MARVIN HAMLISCH: WHAT HE DID FOR LOVE, Airing 12/27
by Caryn Robbins -

THIRTEEN's American Masters explore Marvin's prolific life and career in the series' Season 27 finale Marvin Hamlisch: What He Did For Love, premiering nationally Friday, December 27, 2013, 9-10:30 p.m. on PBS (check local listings).

VIDEO: Host Jimmy Fallon Promos This Week's SNL!
by Caryn Robbins -

Below, check out more than three minutes of teasers featuring SNL regulars Kenan Thompson and Kate McKinnon !

VIDEO: 'Grudge Match' Stars DeNiro, Stallone Make Guest Appearance on SNL
by Caryn Robbins -

'Saturday Night Live' host John Goodman was joined by surprise guests Robert De Niro and Sylvester Stallone this weekend.

VIDEO: Robert De Niro & Sylvester Stallone Make Guest Appearance on SNL
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"Saturday Night Live" host John Goodman was joined by surprise guests Robert De Niro and Sylvester Stallone this weekend.

VIDEO: Host John Goodman Promos This Week's SNL!
by Caryn Robbins -

John Goodman hosts Saturday Night Live this weekend with musical guest Kings of Leon. Catch the episode Saturday, December 14 at 11:30/10:30c and watch a promo for the show below!

VIDEO: First Look - THIRTEEN's Great Performances' STING: THE LAST SHIP, Airing 2/19
by Caryn Robbins -

Sting: The Last Ship will air on THIRTEEN's Great Performances, Friday, February 21 at 9 p.m., ET on PBS (check local listings) and features the 16-time Grammy Award-winning musician performing songs from his new album, The Last Ship

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