Multi-Instrumentalist Howard Johnson Dies at 79
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2021
Howard Johnson, veteran jazz musician, tuba innovator and founding member of the Saturday Night Live band, died at home in New York on Jan. 11, 2021, following a long illness, according to his longtime partner, Nancy Olewine.
Sundance Institute Announces 2021 Screenwriters Lab Fellows
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 11, 2021
Fifteen emerging storytellers from Chile, India, Kenya, Tunisia and the U.S. will convene digitally for Sundance Institute’s January Screenwriters Lab, taking place online via Sundance Co//ab from January 11 -15, 2021. The Fellows will work to further develop twelve original projects, in collaboration with an experienced group of Creative Advisors.
TheatreZone Presents AT THE MOVIES
by Stephi Wild - Jan 11, 2021
TheatreZone, a nonprofit, 501(c)3 professional theatre in its 16th season of performances in-residence at the G&L Theatre on the Community School of Naples campus, will present “At The Movies” February 4-14 as the third event of its Season 2020-21 Showstopper Series.
Theatre NOVA Presents The Play Of The Month Series
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2021
Theatre NOVA, Ann Arbor's professional theatre with an exclusive focus on new plays and playwrights, presents its new PLAY OF THE MONTH Zoom Play Series, featuring new plays written specifically for the Zoom format each month.
Online@theSpaceUK Season 2 Launches Friday
by Stephi Wild - Jan 4, 2021
Whether you're looking for exciting new theatre from up-and-coming playwrights, soaring melodies from virtuoso musicians or stand-up comedy direct from NYC to your living room - with the launch of Season 2 just days away, check out all the things that make Online@theSpaceUK that little bit special this January.
Robert Bannon Releases Debut Single - Rendition Of Bette Midler's 'From A Distance'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 29, 2020
Robert Bannon has released his debut single, providing an inspiring, unforgettable soundtrack to a tumultuous year. Bannon's powerful rendition of Bette Midler's 'From a Distance' is a highly emotional and inspiring performance that sums up 2020 perfectly, providing an unforgettable, uplifting soundtrack to a tumultuous year.
SANTASIA �" A Holiday Streaming Special Extends
by Stephi Wild - Dec 23, 2020
Due to popular demand SANTASIA - A Holiday Streaming Special has added additional shows and extended its run through December 27, 2020. Created by brothers Brandon and Shaun Loeser, is a streamed version of their critically acclaimed live musical sketch comedy show featuring Broadway musical parodies, heartfelt sentiment and classic Rankin and Bass inspired Claymation movies.
SANTASIA - A Holiday Streaming Special Extends Through December 27
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 22, 2020
Due to popular demand SANTASIA - A Holiday Streaming Special has added additional shows and extended its run through December 27, 2020. Created by brothers Brandon and Shaun Loeser, SANTASIA is a streamed version of their live musical sketch comedy show featuring Broadway musical parodies and classic Rankin and Bass inspired Claymation movies.
Matthew Broderick, Nathan Lane, Pete Townshend & More Join SAVE WEST BANK CAFE VIRTUAL TELETHON
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 22, 2020
Since 1978, West Bank Cafe has been one of the epicenters of New York City’s theatre community, and due to the pandemic, it is on the verge of permanently closing. With Broadway dark, tourism down, indoor dining closed, and no relief plan in sight, 2020 has created a plethora of financial problems for the beloved theater district institution.
Gulfshore Playhouse Offers Broadway Bootcamp Classes This Winter
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 21, 2020
Ever belted out the 'Hamilton' soundtrack in the shower or dreamed of tap dancing across the stage? Gulfshore Playhouse, Naples' premier professional theater, will offer Broadway Bootcamp classes this winter where musical theater fans of all ages can learn songs and dance routines from some of theater's most popular shows.
BWW Interview: A COUNTRY CHRISTMAS CAROL, ON AIR at Audio Stages
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - Dec 19, 2020
James A. Rocco (Minneapolis/St. Paul based producer, director, writer and performer) and Jayme McDaniel believe #NothingCanStopLiveTheatre, not even a pandemic. Reviving a project that works well as audio, A COUNTRY CHRISTMAS CAROL, ON AIR, comes to Audio Stages tonight, Dec. 19; star-studded cast album drops Monday, Dec. 21
Hollywood Comedy Shorts Film Festival Releases 2020 Complete Winners List
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2020
The organizers behind the 5th annual Hollywood Comedy Shorts Film Festival are thrilled to announce the 2020 Comedy Winners. The first-ever virtual edition of the festival streamed exclusively on the new platform Bitpix from December 11-18, 2020, and had over 30 screenplays and 130 comedic short films in various categories in competition.
Alice Ripley, Megan Hilty, Kerry Butler and More Join SAVE WEST BANK CAFE Virtual Telethon
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 17, 2020
Since 1978, West Bank Cafe has been one of the few authentic epcicenters of New York City's theatre community, and due to the pandemic, it is on the verge of permanently closing. With Broadway dark, tourism down, indoor dining closed, and no relief plan in sight, 2020 has created a plethora of financial problems for the beloved theater district institution. We don't want that to happen. Enter the theatre community. It's called community for a reason.
KIDS SAY THE DARNDEST THINGS Will Return Home to CBS
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Dec 17, 2020
CBS is bringing the classic variety show KIDS SAY THE DARNDEST THINGS from CBS Studios and Anvil 1893 Entertainment back home to the Network for the 2020-2021 broadcast season.