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A.A. Cristi

A.A. Cristi is a Managing Editor and Features Writer for BroadwayWorld. For the past eight years, she has covered news from coast to coast, attended major industry events including The Tony Awards, and has contributed countless special features including interviews, original exclusives, and in-depth historical research projects. She is a graduate of the College of Staten Island with a degree in Communications/Journalism. She has performed both onstage and behind the scenes with La MaMa Experimental Theater Club, Theater For the New City, Midtown International Theater Festival, Richard Frankel Productions, NYU Tisch School of the Arts, Scorpio Entertainment, Commercial Theater Institute, Fringe NYC, Planet Connections Theatre Festivity, and CAGE Theatre Company. When she is not covering the Broadway industry, A.A. is an award-winning children's author whose first book, "Bruce the Spruce: A New York City Fairytale About the True Meaning of Christmas Trees" is out now from Mascot Books.




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NBC Sets Tuesday 1/3 Premiere Date for Thrilling New Game Show THE WALL
NBC Sets Tuesday 1/3 Premiere Date for Thrilling New Game Show THE WALL
November 14, 2016

Beginning the new year with a heart-stopping new game show that could change the lives of its contestants in an instant, NBC has set Tuesday, Jan. 3 (8 p.m. ET/PT) for the premiere of “The Wall,” executive produced by NBA superstar LeBron James.

HBO's Elvis Presley Documentary Project Completes Production This Month
HBO's Elvis Presley Documentary Project Completes Production This Month
November 14, 2016

An untitled HBO Entertainment documentary about the life and music of Elvis Presley from Sony Pictures Television completes production this month and will debut on the network, it was announced today by Kary Antholis, president, HBO Miniseries and CINEMAX Programming. Directed by Emmy® and Grammy winner Thom Zimny (HBO's “The Promise: The Making of Darkness on the Edge of Town” and “The Ties That Bind”), the three-hour, two-film presentation takes the audience on a comprehensive journey from Elvis' childhood through the final 1976 Jungle Room recording sessions.

STAGE TUBE: Andrew Lloyd Webber Dreams Up A Trump Musical with Graham Norton
STAGE TUBE: Andrew Lloyd Webber Dreams Up A Trump Musical with Graham Norton
November 11, 2016

Andrew Lloyd Webber knows a thing or two about writing musicals about controversial political figures. It's no wonder that the news of this week's election got the 'Evita' composer and talk show host, Graham Norton, brainstorming ideas for a potential Donald Trump musical, 'Lady and the Trump'. Watch the clip below to hear all about the hypothetical project and how he convinced the president-elect to skip the opening night of 'School of Rock' on Broadway.  Paging Patrick Page, we may have another villain role for you. 

VIDEO: Watch Lin-Manuel Miranda & His Family Recreate THE SOUND OF MUSIC in Austria!
VIDEO: Watch Lin-Manuel Miranda & His Family Recreate THE SOUND OF MUSIC in Austria!
November 11, 2016

This afternoon, Lin-Manuel Miranda, the multi-talented creator of HAMILTON stopped by ELLEN and shared his experiences from a recent family trip to Austria.

Texas Country Reporter to Air Special Thanksgiving Show to Present Special Story of Giving
Texas Country Reporter to Air Special Thanksgiving Show to Present Special Story of Giving
November 11, 2016

Texas Country Reporter with Kelli & Bob Phillips teams up with Mueller, Inc., a leading manufacturer of steel buildings and residential metal roofing, to extend a helping hand to a Texas non-profit in need of a new facility.

Noticias Telemundo Presents News Special PENFOQUE CON JOSE DÍAZ-BALART: TELEMUNDO CON LOS HISPANOS
Noticias Telemundo Presents News Special PENFOQUE CON JOSE DÍAZ-BALART: TELEMUNDO CON LOS HISPANOS
November 11, 2016

Noticias Telemundo presents a special post-election edition of “Enfoque con José Díaz-Balart: Telemundo con los Hispanos,” this Sunday, November 20 at 12PM/11AM C.  

Penelope Cruz to Board the ORIENT EXPRESS with Leslie Odom, Jr.
Penelope Cruz to Board the ORIENT EXPRESS with Leslie Odom, Jr.
November 11, 2016

This afternoon it was announced that Academy Award-winning actor, Penelope Cruz, will be joining the cast of Kenneth Branagh's upcoming film adaptation of Agatha Christie's murder mystery thriller, 'Murder on the Orient Express.'

Maroon 5 to Perform Hit Single Featuring Kendrick Lamar at 2016 American Music Awards'
Maroon 5 to Perform Hit Single Featuring Kendrick Lamar at 2016 American Music Awards'
November 10, 2016

dick clark productions and ABC announced today that pop music superstars Maroon 5 will be joined by platinum-selling artist Kendrick Lamar to perform their hit single, “Don't Wanna Know,” together for the first time on national television during the T-Mobile Finale at the “2016 American Music Awards.”  They join hosts Gigi Hadid and Jay Pharoah, as well as previously announced performers, including James Bay, Fifth Harmony, Lady Gaga, Green Day, John Legend, Bruno Mars, Shawn Mendes, Twenty One Pilots, The Weeknd, special duets from The Chainsmokers and Halsey, and Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj, and “The American Music Award of Merit” honoree and performer Sting. The “2016 American Music Awards,” the world's biggest fan-voted award show, will broadcast live from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20, at 8:00 p.m. EST on ABC.

CMA Entertainer of the Year, Garth Brooks, to Join ABC's JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE for Two Consecutive Nights
CMA Entertainer of the Year, Garth Brooks, to Join ABC's JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE for Two Consecutive Nights
November 10, 2016

CMA Entertainer of the Year Garth Brooks will join ABC's “Jimmy Kimmel Live” for two consecutive nights!  On TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15, he will play for the entire show and ?on WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16, Brooks hosts a huge block party concert behind Kimmel's Hollywood theater. 

ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating Series Continues with GRAND PRIX FRANCE 11/13
ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating Series Continues with GRAND PRIX FRANCE 11/13
November 10, 2016

NBCSN presents coverage of 2016 Grand Prix France this Sunday, Nov. 13, at 4:30 p.m. ET featuring performances from the men's and ladies' free skate competition from Paris. Universal HD will present coverage of the event throughout the weekend, beginning tomorrow, Friday, Nov. 11, at 8 p.m. ET with the ladies' and men's short competition. Coverage will be streamed on NBCSports.com and the NBC Sports app.

NBC Sports Group to Provide Comprehensive Live F1 Brazilian Grand Prix Practice, Qualifying and Race Coverage
NBC Sports Group to Provide Comprehensive Live F1 Brazilian Grand Prix Practice, Qualifying and Race Coverage
November 10, 2016

Mercedes' Nico Rosberg can capture the 2016 Formula One drivers' championship with a strong performance at the Brazilian Grand Prix this Sunday at 10:30 a.m. ET on NBCSN.

Telemundo Deportes Announces Complete Coverage of the Final Round of THE 2018 WORLD CUP CONCACAF QUALIFIERS
Telemundo Deportes Announces Complete Coverage of the Final Round of THE 2018 WORLD CUP CONCACAF QUALIFIERS
November 10, 2016

Telemundo Deportes, the home of the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia, presents five of six qualifying matches played over two days in the hexagonal round of the Concacaf. Only three of the six teams that have made it to this stage will qualify for the World Cup, while a fourth will face an intercontinental playoff to secure its ticket to Russia 2018. The coverage will include one-on-one interviews with head coaches Juan Carlos Osorio (Mexico), Hernán Darío Gómez (Panama) and Jurgen Klinsmann (United States), as well as live video links to the stadiums and pregame commentary before each match.

NBCSN Presents #NASCARTHROWBACK Special Honoring Tony Stewart 11/14
NBCSN Presents #NASCARTHROWBACK Special Honoring Tony Stewart 11/14
November 10, 2016

NBCSN is gearing up to rally NASCAR Nation around its next #NASCARThrowback special on Monday, November 14th at 9 p.m. ET. The network's first on-air interactive watch party in June achieved a surge in viewership and topped U.S. Twitter trends for more than an hour. Monday's event is set to raise the bar with increased participation throughout the sport and the integration of multiple social media platforms.

On THE REAL: Alfred Enoch Teases Who's Under The Sheet and Adrienne Bailon & Israel Houghton's Cake Tasting!
On THE REAL: Alfred Enoch Teases Who's Under The Sheet and Adrienne Bailon & Israel Houghton's Cake Tasting!
November 9, 2016

On Thursday, November 10, How To Get Away with Murder star Alfred Enoch teases who's under the sheet and the ladies make a fizzy toast in an effort to convince him to drop a spoiler!  The British heartthrob also brings a sneak peek of tonight's nail-biting episode and reveals what he misses about Brazil!  

NBC News and MSNBC Together Beat All Other Networks on Election Night 2016
NBC News and MSNBC Together Beat All Other Networks on Election Night 2016
November 9, 2016

More Americans turned to NBC News and MSNBC combined for coverage of Decision Night in America than any other broadcast or cable television network. According to Nielsen Media Research data, the two networks averaged 17.1 million total viewers during primetime coverage of Election Night, including an average of 7.7 million viewers in the key news demographic of A25-54.

New England Patriots Host Seattle Seahawks on SUNDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL
New England Patriots Host Seattle Seahawks on SUNDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL
November 9, 2016

NBC Sports presents the first rematch of one of the most dramatic Super Bowls in modern history this week on Sunday Night Football, when Tom Brady and the first-place New England Patriots host Russell Wilson and the NFC West-leading Seattle Seahawks. Coverage begins with Football Night in America this Sunday, November 13, at 7 p.m. ET on NBC.

Songs of Healing, Songs of Hope: Taking Solace and Making Change Through the Arts
Songs of Healing, Songs of Hope: Taking Solace and Making Change Through the Arts
November 12, 2016

With news of the election results now behind us, the nation has responded in myriad ways. From outrage to celebration, from tears to widespread catatonic shock. In what was perhaps the most contested presidential race ever, our nation endured candidates stoking the flames of extreme opposition, widespread violence, the promotion of toxic ideals. With all of the derision exhibited throughout this taxing and divisive national ordeal, we are left with at least one assured agreement among all of us: the aftermath of this election is certain to be pervasive and long-standing.

Elmo Brings The Gift Of Music and Omar Epps on Reuniting With Gabrielle Union This Week on THE REAL
Elmo Brings The Gift Of Music and Omar Epps on Reuniting With Gabrielle Union This Week on THE REAL
November 8, 2016

On Wednesday, November 9, Elmo shares the importance of music and visits The Real to surprise some well-deserving elementary school kids with the gift of music!  Plus, Almost Christmas' Omar Epps talks reuniting with fellow Love & Basketball co-star Gabrielle Union in their new holiday comedy and find out why the father of three has been hitting the gym!

THE TONIGHT SHOW and LATE NIGHT Continue Dominance Versus Timeslot Competition for Week of 10/31- 11/4
THE TONIGHT SHOW and LATE NIGHT Continue Dominance Versus Timeslot Competition for Week of 10/31- 11/4
November 8, 2016

“The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” and “Late Night with Seth Meyers” have dominated the ratings week of Oct. 31-Nov. 4, outscoring their ABC and CBS time-period competition in every key measure – adults, men and women 18-34 18-49 and 25-54, plus total viewers.

New on Hulu This Week! 11/9- 11/15
New on Hulu This Week! 11/9- 11/15
November 8, 2016

Hulu announces the its latest streaming offerings for the week of 11/9- 11/15. See a full schedule below:



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