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Photos: Corbin Bleu, Selena Gomez & More Attend WIZARDS BEYOND WAVERLY PLACE Premiere
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 29, 2024

On Oct. 28, Disney Branded Television hosted the world premiere event for “Wizards Beyond Waverly Place” at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, California. Distinguished celebrities and guests included Selena Gomez, Kylie Cantrall, Corbin Bleu, and many more. Take a look at the pictures here!

Bryan Noon Named President of Entertainment at Walt Disney Television
by Michael Major - Nov 17, 2021

Noon will oversee Hulu Originals, Onyx Collective, ABC Entertainment and Freeform, along with production companies ABC Signature and 20th Television. He will oversee 20th Animation, Walt Disney Television Unscripted and Alternative, Disney Television Studios Creative Talent Development & Inclusion, 20th Digital Studios, and Creative Acquisitions.

Disney Television Studios Restructures Leadership Team
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jul 10, 2019

Disney Television Studios today announced the restructuring of its leadership team. At ABC Studios, Jonnie Davis has been named president. At 20th Century Fox Television, Carolyn Cassidy has been promoted to president, Creative Affairs, to run that studio alongside Howard Kurtzman, who continues as president of Business Operations. Josh Sussman will be promoted to executive vice president, Business Affairs, ABC Studios, where he will work for Davis. The new appointments were announced today by Craig Hunegs, president of Disney Television Studios, to whom Davis, Cassidy and Kurtzman will report. Bert Salke continues as president, Fox 21 Television Studios, also reporting to Hunegs. 

On March 14th, The Feature Film 'Yellow Fever' Starring Jenna Ushkowitz (Glee) and Scott Patterson (Gilmore Girls) Held Its Star-Studded LA Premiere and Q&A
by Robert Diamond - Mar 16, 2018

Los Angeles, CA, March 16, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) The Stars came out on Wednesday, March 14th for the Los Angeles premiere and Q&A of the feature film 'Yellow Fever.' On hand were writer-director Kat Moon, the film's star Jenna Ushkowitz (SAG Award winner for Glee), Producer Jan Daube, Josh Sussman (Glee), Emily Sandifer (The Tale), Nicole Bilderback (Good Girls), Elizabeth Carlisle (The Rich and the Ruthless), Michael Lowry (Emmy nominee and Yellow Fever Co-Star), Johnathan Tchaikovsky (Wolf of Wall Street and Yellow Fever Co-Star) and many more. The film was followed by a Q&A which was moderated by TV Host Katie Hope.

Andy Grammer, OK Go, Laura Marano & More attend Thirst Gala
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 19, 2017

Performers and Talent for Thirst Gala Announced, 4/18
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 12, 2017

 Grammy award-winning band OK Go and pop sensation Andy Grammer, with wife Aijia Grammer, will perform at the 8th Annual Thirst Gala on April 18 at The Beverly Hilton to help end the global water crisis, Thirst Project announced today. Attendees will include Laura Marano, Alexis Ren, Debby Ryan, Andrea Russett, Cameron Boyce, Evan Fong, Jay Versace, Trevor Moran, Jack Griffo, Drake Bell, Serayah, Chelsea Briggs, Tahj Mowry, Zane Hijazi, Mikey Murphy,Shane Harper, Jillian Rose Reed, Griffin Arnlund, Jordan Maron, Ronni Hawk, Monique Coleman, Allie Michelle, Jonah Green,Hunter March, Charisma Carpenter, Jet Jurgensmeyer, Michael Welch, Taryn Southern, Lola Plaku, Jen Lilley, Savannah Outen,Drew Seeley, Amy Paffrath, Mike Manning, Ricky Hayberg, Jessika Van, Wesam Keesh, Kristyn Burtt, Julia Price, Josh Sussman,Joe Nation, DaJuan Johnson, Catherine Hardwicke, Craig Thompson, and Heath Huizar.

BWW Review: Reagle's CAROUSEL: A Sublime Ride
by Nancy Grossman - Jun 16, 2016

Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston opens its 48th season with its first-rate production of the Rodgers and Hammerstein classic CAROUSEL. A triumvirate of women - Jennifer Ellis, Jessica Kundla, and Leigh Barrett - give sparkling performances, augmented by Broadway veteran Ciaran Sheehan, but Rachel Bertone's choreography makes this one of the best rides for the summer season.

Photo Flash: Kenny Ortega, Corbin Bleu and More on the 'DIRTY DANCING' Red Carpet at Pantages
by BWW News Desk - Feb 4, 2016

Christopher Tierney and Gillian Abbott star as Johnny Castle and Frances 'Baby' Houseman in the national tour of DIRTY DANCING - THE CLASSIC STORY ON STAGE, which opened Tuesday night in Los Angeles for its run now through February 21 at the Pantages Theater. BroadwayWorld has photos from the starry red carpet, featuring Kenny Ortega, Corbin Bleu and more, below!

STAGE TUBE: Carol Channing's Tribute to Champion & Herman at 2015 Jerry Herman Awards
by Stage Tube - Jun 2, 2015

The Nederlander Organization and Hollywood Pantages Theatre presented the THE 4TH ANNUAL JERRY HERMAN AWARDS, a celebration of the achievement and excellence in high school musical theatre in Los Angeles, hosted by KABC-7 Reporter George Pennacchio at the Hollywood Pantages last night, June 1, 2015. A tribute from Carol Channing to Gower Champion and Jerry Herman aired as part of the ceremony - click below to hear what she had to say!

Corbin Bleu, Roger Bart and More to Present at 2015 Jerry Herman Awards; Final Nominees Announced!
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2015

Today, the Nederlander Organization and Hollywood Pantages Theatre announced final nominees for THE 4TH ANNUAL JERRY HERMAN AWARDS, a celebration of the achievement and excellence in high school musical theatre in Los Angeles.

Final 4th Annual Jerry Herman Awards Nominees Announced Today
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2015

The Nederlander Organization and Hollywood Pantages Theatre previously announced preliminary nominees for THE 4TH ANNUAL JERRY HERMAN AWARDS, a celebration of the achievement and excellence in high school musical theatre in Los Angeles. Final nominations in all production and performance categories will be announced today, May 26th.

Preliminary Nominations for 4th Annual Jerry Herman Awards Announced!
by Tyler Peterson - May 20, 2015

The annual awards show will be hosted by KABC-7 Reporter George Pennacchio at the Hollywood Pantages on Monday, June 1, 2015 at 7pm. All tickets for this awards celebration are $25 and are now on sale to the public online at www.JerryHermanAwards.com, www.HollywoodPantages.com/JHA2015, www.Ticketmaster.com, by phone at 1-800-982-2787 or at the Hollywood Pantages Box Office (6233 Hollywood Blvd). Group tickets are available at www.PantagesGroups.com or by calling 866-755-3075 Mon-Fri; 10am-5pm PT.

Nominations for 4th Annual Jerry Herman Awards Announced - Corbin Bleu, Roger Bart, Kevin Chamberlin and More to Present, 5/26
by Christina Mancuso - May 20, 2015

Today, the Nederlander Organization and Hollywood Pantages Theatre announced preliminary nominees for THE 4TH ANNUAL JERRY HERMAN AWARDS, a celebration of the achievement and excellence in high school musical theatre in Los Angeles. Final nominations in all production and performance categories will be announced on Tuesday, May 26th.

BWW REVIEW: SpeakEasy Stages a Visually Rich FAR FROM HEAVEN
by Jan Nargi - Oct 11, 2014

The score to Scott Frankel and Michael Korie's Off-Broadway musical FAR FROM HEAVEN may be less than memorable, but gorgeous visuals and a superb performance by Jennifer Ellis as Cathy make SpeakEasy Stage's 2014-15 season opener unforgettable.

SpeakEasy's FAR FROM HEAVEN, Beginning Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Sep 12, 2014

SpeakEasy Stage Company welcomes Boston actress Jennifer Ellis in the role of Cathy Whitaker in the company's upcoming New England Premiere production of FAR FROM HEAVEN, running tonight, September 12 to October 11 at the Calderwood Pavilion at the Boston Center for the Arts.

SpeakEasy Stage Company to Present FAR FROM HEAVEN, 9/12-10/11
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 27, 2014

From September 12 - October 11, 2014, SpeakEasy Stage Company will present the Boston Premiere of FAR FROM HEAVEN, a lush new musical based on Todd Haynes' acclaimed 2002 film.

Jennifer Ellis Joins the Cast of SpeakEasy's FAR FROM HEAVEN, Running 9/12-10/11
by BWW News Desk - Jul 31, 2014

SpeakEasy Stage Company Producing Artistic Director Paul Daigneault announced today that Boston actress Jennifer Ellis will assume the role of Cathy Whitaker in the company's upcoming New England Premiere production of FAR FROM HEAVEN, running September 12 to October 11 at the Calderwood Pavilion at the Boston Center for the Arts.

Friends & Colleagues React to Death of Cory Monteith
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 14, 2013

Following yesterday's tragic news that GLEE star Cory Monteith died in Vancouver at the age of 31, his friends, GLEE co-stars and more took to Twitter to express their condolences, heartbreak, and shock.

Art Project Los Angeles Features Shepard Fairey, Ed Ruscha, David Anson Russo, and More Today
by BWW News Desk - Jun 29, 2013

?Art Project Los Angeles, an exclusive art auction and VIP cocktail event benefiting AIDS Project Los Angeles (APLA), will return to beautifully renovated Bonhams auction house today, June 29. The event will offer a dazzling array of art up for bid, along with a star-studded cocktail party.

Art Project Los Angeles Features Shepard Fairey, Ed Ruscha, David Anson Russo, and More, 6/29
by Christina Mancuso - Jun 18, 2013

?Art Project Los Angeles, an exclusive art auction and VIP cocktail event benefiting AIDS Project Los Angeles (APLA), will return to beautifully renovated Bonhams auction house on Saturday, June 29. The event will offer a dazzling array of art up for bid, along with a star-studded cocktail party.