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Austin Winsberg is a writer and producer. He is the creator and an executive producer of “Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist.” Austin wrote the book for the Broadway musical "First Date."

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Video: Watch Trailer for Season 3 of Apple TV+ Comedy ACAPULCO


Apple TV+ has unveiled the trailer for the third season of “Acapulco,” the global hit bilingual comedy series starring and executive produced by Emmy and SAG-Award winner Eugenio Derbez. “Acapulco” returns for season three with the first two episodes debuting globally on Wednesday, May 1, followed by new episodes every Wednesday through June 26. Watch the trailer here!

The New Jewish Theatre Reveals Its 2024 Season


The New Jewish Theatre has announced its 2024 season, which is also its 26th season of producing professional plays and musicals at the J. The season celebrates some of the New Jewish Theatre’s most beloved playwrights while also bringing new works to St. Louis audiences with two regional premieres. Learn more about the season lineup here!

Avon Players Present FIRST DATE Next Month


 The classic romantic comedy setup of two mismatched suitors navigating the minefield of relationships gets a fresh musical treatment as Avon Players presents Blind Date running May 26-June 10.

Apple TV+ Renews ACAPULCO For Season Three


In addition to Eugenio Derbez, the “Acapulco” ensemble cast returning includes Enrique Arrizon (as Máximo Gallardo), Fernando Carsa (as Memo), Damián Alcázar (Don Pablo), Camila Perez (Julia), Chord Overstreet (Chad), Vanessa Bauche (Nora), Regina Reynoso (Sara), Raphael Alejandro (Hugo), and more.

VIDEO: Apple TV+ Debuts ACAPULCO Season Two Trailer


It’s time to check back into Las Colinas Resort! Apple TV+ released the trailer for the second season of its hit bilingual comedy “Acapulco.” The Spanish and English-language series, which currently holds a perfect 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes, stars an acclaimed, international cast led by Eugenio Derbez. Watch the video trailer now!

Review: A Cute FIRST DATE at the Carrollwood Cultural Center


Craig Ruska and Kara Doyle endear as the leads in this small-scale slice of life musical.

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA to Serve as Setting For New Peacock Murder Mystery Anthology Series THE SHOW MUST GO ON


The series was created by Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist's Austin Winsburg, Robert Greenblatt. Lloyd Webber will also be involved with the creation of the series and is also rumored to be a part of the cast. Season one of The Show Must Go On will follow a fictitious televised live production of The Phantom of the Opera.

ACAPULCO to Return to Apple TV+ in October


Season two picks up on the heels of season one, telling the story of twenty-something Máximo Gallardo, whose dream comes true when he scores the job of a lifetime as a cabana boy at a hot resort in Acapulco, Las Colinas. In 1985, Máximo must contend with upheaval at the resort, problems at home. Check out first look photos of the new season now!

Founding Artistic Director of The Blank Theatre Daniel Henning to Step Down


Daniel Henning, the Founding Artistic Director of The Blank Theatre in Hollywood, is stepping down after 32 years, effective October 8, 2022. Henning founded The Blank Theatre in 1990.

Stage Coach Theatre Announces 42nd Season


Stage Coach Theatre, located in Boise, ID, has announced their 42nd Season. Running from 2022-2023, the season 42 shows include Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, First Date, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time, and more.

WYO Theater Presents FIRST DATE Next Month


The WYO Theater and Civic Theatre Guild have announced the return of the WYO/CTG Co-Production with First Date, a Musical Comedy by Austin Winsberg. 

Apple Renewals Hit Bilingual Comedy ACAPULCO


Apple TV+ is extending their stay at the Las Colinas resort a season two renewal of “Acapulco.” The ensemble cast starring alongside Derbez includes Enrique Arrizon, Fernando Carsa, Damián Alcázar, Camila Perez, Chord Overstreet, Vanessa Bauche, Regina Reynoso, Raphael Alejandro, Jessica Collins, Rafael Cebrián, Regina Orozco, and Carlos Corona.

VIDEO: Behind-the-Scenes of ZOEY'S EXTRAORDINARY CHRISTMAS


Go behind the scenes of Zoey's Extraordinary Christmas with stars Jane Levy, Skylar Astin, Mary Steenburgen and more! The cast of the beloved musical series return for a brand-new holiday musical film, featuring Bernadette Peters, Alice Lee, and Alex Newell. Watch this new behind-the-scenes featurette, also featuring new footage from the film, now!

LISTEN: ZOEY'S EXTRAORDINARY CHRISTMAS Soundtrack Out Today


Jane Levy, Skylar Astin, Alex Newell, Andrew Leeds, Alice Lee, Mary Steenburgen, Peter Gallagher, and Bernadette Peters have returned for Zoey's Extraordinary Christmas! Listen to the film's new soundtrack, concluding Christmas classics like 'It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year', 'Mele Kalikimaka', 'Underneath the Tree', and more!

BWW Exclusive: Watch a Clip from ZOEY'S EXTRAORDINARY CHRISTMAS


Zoey's Extraordinary Christmas is coming to the Roku Channel on December 1! Watch Jane Levy, Alice Lee, and Michael Thomas Grant in an exclusive new clip. The film also stars Skylar Astin, Alex Newell, John Clarence Stewart, Michael Thomas Grant, Kapil Talwalkar, Mary Steenburgen, Peter Gallagher, and Bernadette Peters

Apple's New Comedy ACAPULCO To Premiere October 8


Inspired by the hit film 'How to Be a Latin Lover', the ensemble cast starring alongside Derbez includes Enrique Arrizon, Fernando Carsa, Damián Alcázar, Camila Perez, Chord Overstreet, and Vanessa Bauche.

VIDEO: Spotlight on FIRST DATE Star Ace Young!


Diana DeGarmo and Ace Young - former 'American Idol' contestants who are married in real life - will co-star in a new virtual production of the 2013 Broadway musical comedy, First Date. The production, directed by Meg Fofonoff, will stream for five performances from July 23-25 on the ticketing platform, Stellar. Be sure to tune in to BroadwayWorld on Friday, June 23 for our exclusive red carpet event celebrating opening night! But while we wait, we're studying up on one of the show's stars, Ace Young!

VIDEO: Watch a Virtual Red Carpet for FIRST DATE- Streaming for 5 Performances Only on Stellar!


In just a matter of hours, Art Lab and ShowTown Productions will present a new virtual production of the 2013 Broadway musical comedy, First Date. Find out what went into making this virtual revival and hear from the casts and creatives as they reflect on the whole process!

VIDEO: Spotlight on FIRST DATE Star Diana DeGarmo!


Diana DeGarmo and Ace Young - former 'American Idol' contestants who are married in real life - will co-star in a new virtual production of the 2013 Broadway musical comedy, First Date. The production, directed by Meg Fofonoff, will stream for five performances from July 23-25 on the ticketing platform, Stellar. Be sure to tune in to BroadwayWorld on Friday, June 23 for our exclusive red carpet event celebrating opening night! But while we wait, we're studying up on one of the show's stars, Diana DeGarmo.

Don't Miss FIRST DATE, the Virtual Broadway Revival


There are eight million people in New York City and two of them are meeting tonight.

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How many shows has Austin Winsberg written?

Austin Winsberg has written 1 shows including First Date (Bookwriter).

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