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Tyler Peterson Tyler is one of BroadwayWorld's lead News Desk Editors, covering breaking Broadway and theatre news daily. He studied Public Relations and Creative Writing at Loyola University Chicago while working part-time for BWW on evenings, weekends, and occasionally during classes. He has also been involved in the Chicago theatre industry, working in media relations and publicity with Margie Korshak, Inc.




Stage & Screen Actress Elizabeth Norment Dies at 61
Stage & Screen Actress Elizabeth Norment Dies at 61
October 28, 2014

Stage and screen actress Elizabeth Norment, who most recently appeared in Netflix's HOUSE OF CARDS, has died at the age of 61, according to the Los Angeles Times.

Lorraine Toussaint Not Returning to ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK
October 28, 2014

It looks like Vee won't be back to Litchfield, after all.

Marvel Taps Chadwick Boseman to Play 'Black Panther' Five Upcoming Films
October 28, 2014

This morning, during a special event at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige revealed the films that will make up Phase 3 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe - including the news that Chadwick Boseman had been tapped to play 'Black Panther' in his own standalone film.

STAGE TUBE: Neil Patrick Harris Previews NBC Variety Show on CHARLIE ROSE
STAGE TUBE: Neil Patrick Harris Previews NBC Variety Show on CHARLIE ROSE
October 28, 2014

As announced yestdray, Neil Patrick Harris will soon come to NBC on a new primetime variety series based on the hugely popular U.K. format 'Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway,' which was created by ITV Studios, Anthony McPartlin and Declan Donnelly. The Tony and Emmy winner recently opened up to Charlie Rose on his five-year plan to become Ed Sullivan, intentions to bring Broadway performers and more to his NBC variety show. Check it out below!

Telemundo & mun2 Now Spanish-Language Home of FIFA WORLD CUP
October 28, 2014

Today NBCUniversal's Telemundo and mun2 took over as the official Spanish-language Home of the FIFA World Cup in the U.S. across all video platforms following the unveiling of the FIFA World Cup Russia 2018 emblem in Moscow. The company also announced its broadcast plans for the upcoming other FIFA Events in 2015 to be featured across the Telemundo network and stations, the cable network mun2 and all its digital properties.

LIVE WITH KELLY AND MICHAEL to Air Halloween Special
October 28, 2014

On October 31, 2014, “LIVE with Kelly and Michael” hosts Kelly Ripa and Michael Strahan will take Halloween to yet another level, as they transform into 2014's most unforgettable characters during “LIVE's Best Halloween Show Ever…Seriously.”

Eva Longoria, Kal Penn & More Set for REAL TIME WITH BILL MAHER this Week
October 28, 2014

REAL TIME WITH BILL MAHER continues its 12th season FRIDAY, OCT. 31 (10:00-11:00 p.m. live ET/tape-delayed PT), with a replay atmidnight, exclusively on HBO. Allowing Maher to offer his unique perspective on contemporary issues, the show includes an opening monologue, roundtable discussions with panelists, and interviews with guests. Actor and election correspondent Kal Penn is the top-of-show interview guest. Actress and documentary film producer Eva Longoria is the mid-show interview guest. The roundtable guests are Gen. Wesley Clark, foreign policy analyst Rula Jebreal and Maine Sen. Angus King.

TBS Orders Comedy Pilot from DAILY SHOW Alums
October 28, 2014

TBS has ordered a new scripted comedy pilot from The Daily Show's Jason Jones & Samantha Bee. Jason Jones is set to star in the pilot, which is inspired by his and Samantha Bee's own experiences with family getaways. The pilot is being produced by TBS, with a script by Jones and Bee.

HBO's THE COMEBACK Returns 11/9
October 28, 2014

“B level” TV star Valerie Cherish was a pioneer of reality television. Now, it's ten years later – there's more TV than ever and she wants back in.

Bravo Preps for Ultimate 'Sunday Funday'
October 28, 2014

A reunion, finale and special… oh my! Bravo Media offers fans a jam-packed night full of laughs and drama on Sunday, November 2. Viewers will get a blast from the past when “The Real Housewives of Atlanta: Road Trip Countdown to Season Seven” airs at 8pm ET/PT.Celebrity hairstylists and co-hosts of Bravo's “Fashion Queens” Derek J and Miss Lawrence will take a look back at some of the most memorable moments from season six as they explore Atlanta and stop at unforgettable locations from last season.

NBC Sports Group's Formula One United States Grand Prix Coverage Begins 10/31
October 28, 2014

NBC Sports Group's presentation of the Formula One United States Grand Prix begins in just three days, on Friday, Oct. 31, as NBC and NBCSN will combine to provide unprecedented coverage of the event.

MTV Orders SCREAM to Series
October 28, 2014

According to Deadline, MTV has ordered its small screen adaptation of SCREAM to series.

Disney XD Posts Top Month in Primetime in Network's History in Total Viewers
October 28, 2014

Powered by the premieres of television movie “Star Wars: Spark of the Rebellion” and original series “Star Wars Rebels,” and high performing original telecasts of animated hit “Gravity Falls,” Disney XD delivered its #1 month in Primetime in the channel's history in Total Viewers (483,000) and Boys 2-11 (169,000/0.8 rating) – up by double-digits year to year – and its #3 month of all time in Boys 6-11 (129,000/1.1 rating).

Disney Channel Takes October in Total Viewers & Key Demos
October 28, 2014

During October 2014, Disney Channel was #1 in Total Viewers (1.24 million) in cable TV's Total Day and against all TV, was #1 in all major youth demographics: Kids 2-11 (616,000/1.6 rating – tie rating), Kids 6-11 (407,000/1.7 rating) and Tweens 9-14 (399,000/1.7 rating). Disney Channel has been TV's #1 destination for 42-consecutive months for Kids 6-11 and for Tweens, the #1 choice for 54-straight months.

Fox Developing Comedy from Ben Affleck & Matt Damon
October 28, 2014

Fox gave the proejct a script plus penalty commitment.

Comedy Central to Broadcast & Stream Live Election Night Episodes of THE DAILY SHOW & THE COLBERT REPORT
October 28, 2014

Comedy Central will broadcast and stream Live Election Night episodes of “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart” and “The Colbert Report” back-to-back on Tuesday, November 4 from 11:00-11:30 p.m. ET (8:00-8:30 p.m. PT) and 11:30-Midnight ET (8:30-9:00 p.m. PT) respectively. Stewart and Colbert will be anchoring the Live Midterm Election Night episodes from their own studios.

Freestyle & Dominion Pictures Pick Up MR. PIP with Hugh Laurie
October 28, 2014

Freestyle Releasing, Freestyle Digital Media (FDM) and Dominion Pictures announced today that they have acquired theatrical and all DVD/VOD rights to MR. PIP, a film from Andrew Adamson (CHRONICLES OF NARNIA, SHREK) based on the best-selling novel by Lloyd Jones. The drama brings “House MD” superstar Hugh Laurie to the big screen, alongside up-and-coming sensation Xzannjah Matsi. Executive produced by Tim Coddington, James Dean, Daniel Revers and Timothy White, the film will debut in limited theaters and on all digital platforms on November 7, 2014.

STAGE TUBE: New Teaser for THE BULLPEN Off-Broadway
STAGE TUBE: New Teaser for THE BULLPEN Off-Broadway
October 28, 2014

One year ago today, actor/writer Joe Assadourian went from the cage to the stage when he was released from Otisville Correctional Institution after serving 12 of his 25-year sentence for attempted murder. Having discovered his theatrical ability while reluctantly participating in a workshop behind bars led by Off-Broadway solo-show actor/directorRichard Hoehler, he wrote The Bullpen, a one-man - 18-character comedy - which The New York Times calls 'wildly funny' and 'a must see' by Theatermania. Eric Krebs, in association with The Fortune Society, is presenting the 'tour de force' (The Huffington Post) at The Playroom Theater (151 West 46th Street - just east of Broadway). Performances began on June 22, 2014 where it was met with critical acclaim and has been extended twice - now through November 22.

AMERICAN PSYCHO to Receive Developmental Lab in January 2015
AMERICAN PSYCHO to Receive Developmental Lab in January 2015
October 28, 2014

American Psycho, following its cancelled U.S. premiere at Second Stage Theatre, will receive a developmental lab reading in January 2015 in New York City, according to a new Equity casting notice.

Disney Channel Unveils November Highlights
October 27, 2014

Disney Channel has announced its programming highlights for November 2014 - check them out below!



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