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Oscar nominee, three-time Emmy winner and Tony Award winner Hugh Jackman is set to host TNT's annual holiday spectacular Christmas in Washington. Jackman will introduce this year's lineup of musical performers, including Backstreet Boys, Sheryl Crow, Anna Kendrick, Janelle Monae and Pat Monahan. In addition, the concert will feature a special guest appearance by NBA Hall of Famer and analyst for TNT's Inside the NBA Charles Barkley. The star-studded Christmas in Washington will premiere Friday, Dec. 20, at 8 p.m. (ET/PT), exclusively on TNT.

Celebrating its 32nd anniversary this year, Christmas in Washington is a holiday tradition benefiting the Children's National Health System. The concert is attended each year by the President and First Lady, as well as many other Washington VIPs. This will mark TNT's 15th year presenting Christmas in Washington, which will be taped at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C., on Sunday, Dec. 15. The 25-time Emmy-winning team of George Stevens, Jr. and Michael Stevens are the show's producers.

Dwight Hemion, Concert & Variety TV Show Producer, Dies
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2008

Director / Producer Dwight Hemion died on Monday January 28 at his home in Rectortown, VA at age 81, due to a renal failure. Hemion is recognized for his pioneering work in televised concerts and variety specials...


STAGE TUBE: Matthew Morrison Wishes You a 'Mele Kalikimaka'
by Jessica Lewis - December 22, 2010

Check out GLEE's Matthew Morrison, (aka Mr. Schue) wish everyone a Mele Kalikimaka (Hawaiian for Merry Christmas) on the Christmas in Washington special that aired recently on TNT....


2012 Emmy Nominations Announced - SMASH, MEMPHIS, Tonys & More!
by BWW Special Coverage - July 19, 2012

Nominations for this year's Primetime Emmy Awards were announced today, Thursday, July 19, from the Leonard H. Goldenson Theatre at Television Academy headquarters in the NoHo Arts District of Los Angeles....


STAGE TUBE: Matthew Morrison Wishes You a 'Mele Kalikimaka'
by Jessica Lewis - December 22, 2010

Check out GLEE's Matthew Morrison, (aka Mr. Schue) wish everyone a Mele Kalikimaka (Hawaiian for Merry Christmas) on the Christmas in Washington special that aired recently on TNT....


Jennifer Hudson Among Performers on TNT's CHRISTMAS IN WASHINGTON, Airing 12/16
by Caryn Robbins - December 12, 2011

TNT will be presesnting CHRISTMAS IN WASHINGTON on Friday, December 16th at 9:00 pm. Conan O'Brien hosts this annual holiday gala attended by the president and first lady. Performers Justin Bieber, Cee Lo Green, Jennifer Hudson, Victoria Justice and The Band Perry are set to come together in the na...


Dwight Hemion, Concert & Variety TV Show Producer, Dies
by BWW - February 01, 2008

BroadwayWorld's senior editors were stunned that an obituary for the legendary director / producer Dwight Hemion has not appeared in Variety, The Los Angeles Times or The New York Times. His accomplishments are both award-winning and legendary and it is for that reason that we are keeping this on ou...


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by Caryn Robbins - October 02, 2012

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Megan Mullally Hosts TV Land Awards, Airing March 22
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2006

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by Faetra Petillo - September 21, 2008

So far at this evening's Emmy Awards, theater stars Jeremy Piven, Dianne Wiest, Laura Linney, Dame Eileen Atkins and Zeljko Ivanek are among the winners. ...


STAGE TUBE: Matthew Morrison Talks Performing on CNN
by Robert Diamond - December 13, 2010

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Heather Headley Headlines Goodman Theatre's Annual Gala
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 07, 2010

From Broadway to Billboard charts, Tony Award-winning and multi-Grammy Award-nominated performer Heather Headley has mesmerized audiences with her soulful voice and captivating essence....


2008 Emmy Award Winners - Theatre Stars and More!
by Faetra Petillo - September 21, 2008

So far at this evening's Emmy Awards, theater stars Jeremy Piven, Dianne Wiest, Laura Linney, Dame Eileen Atkins and Zeljko Ivanek are among the winners. ...


Charm City Call Board: November 27 - December 3
by James Howard - November 27, 2007

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Broadway, TV & Film Star John Forsythe Dies at 92
by Jessica Lewis - April 02, 2010

The family of John Forsythe sadly announces his passing on April 1, 2010. He was 92 years old and, thankfully, he died as he lived his life, with dignity and grace, after a year-long struggle with cancer....


Charm City Call Board: November 27 - December 3
by James Howard - November 27, 2007

NEW THIS WEEK! Several local theatres to present holiday fare for families and adults! PLUS: Free Theatre for BWW Readers!...


Justin Bieber, Cee Lo Green Join TNT's Christmas In Washington
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 15, 2011

Justin Bieber, Cee Lo Green, Jennifer Hudson, Victoria Justice and The Band Perry Join the lineup for TNT's Christmas in Washington, hosted by Conan O'Brien....


Ben Vereen Returns to San Francisco With STEPPIN' OUT, Now thru 6/17
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2012

Ben Vereen returns to The RRazz Room to with his show 'Steppin' Out with Ben Vereen,' a high energy tribute to the music of Broadway, along with musical selections made famous by the likes of Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis, Jr. Audiences can expect to hear classics such as 'Life is Just a Bowl of Che...


George Lopez, Neil Diamond, Mary J. Blige, Sugarland & More Set for TNT's 'Christmas in Washington, 12/20
by Jessica Lewis - November 17, 2009

Mary J. Blige, Neil Diamond, Sugarland, Rob Thomas and Usher To Ring in the Holidays with TNT's Annual Music Concert CHRISTMAS IN WASHINGTON. The event will be hosted by George Lopez and premieres exclusively on TNT on Sunday, December 20, at 8 p.m. (ET/PT)....


Jennifer Hudson Among Performers on TNT's CHRISTMAS IN WASHINGTON, Airing 12/16
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2011

TNT will be presesnting CHRISTMAS IN WASHINGTON on Friday, December 16th at 9:00 pm. Conan O'Brien hosts this annual holiday gala attended by the president and first lady. Performers Justin Bieber, Cee Lo Green, Jennifer Hudson, Victoria Justice and The Band Perry are set to come together in the na...


60th Annual Primetime Emmy Award Nominations Announced!
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2008

This morning, July 17th 2008 the nominations for the 60th Primetime Emmy Awards were announced by Kristin Chenoweth and Neil Patrick Harris. The awards ceremony will be held on Saturday, September 13th at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles. ...


Broadway, TV & Film Star John Forsythe Dies at 92
by Jessica Lewis - April 02, 2010

The family of John Forsythe sadly announces his passing on April 1, 2010. He was 92 years old and, thankfully, he died as he lived his life, with dignity and grace, after a year-long struggle with cancer....


Kristin Chenoweth Hits #1 on Billboard Heat Seekers Chart, Performs TONIGHT on NBC
by Robert Diamond - December 03, 2008

Sony Masterworks announced that Kristin Chenoweth's recently released holiday recording, A Lovely Way To Spend Christmas, has garnered the highest sales and chart ranking in her recording career. With increased sales of 63% this week, A Lovely Way To Spend Christmas holds the #1 position on Billboar...


Ellen to Host CHRISTMAS IN WASHINGTON Special, 12/17
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2010

Mariah Carey, Miranda Cosgrove, Annie Lennox, Maxwell and Matthew Morrison are scheduled to join host Ellen DeGeneres as TNT rings in the holidays with its annual presentation of CHRISTMAS IN WASHINGTON. This year's spectacular holiday presentation will premiere Friday, Dec. 17, at 8 p.m. (ET/PT)....






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