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ACTION chronicles the lives of professional gamblers, bookies and oddsmakers throughout the 2018 NFL season following the Supreme Court decision to lift a ban on sports betting. The series will culminate with the biggest gambling day of the year, Super Bowl Sunday. The character-driven narrative delivers intimate access to a diverse cross-section of authentic and sometimes garrulous subjects within the sports gaming community, documenting the effects of legalization through their prisms.

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ENO Strike Suspended as Talks Continue Photo ENO Strike Suspended as Talks Continue
by Aliya Al-Hassan - January 29, 2024

Equity has announced that chorus members at the English National Opera will not strike on 1 February. The Musicians' Union will also suspend strike action while negotiations continue....


ENO Union Members Vote in Favour of Strike Action Photo ENO Union Members Vote in Favour of Strike Action
by Aliya Al-Hassan - January 17, 2024

Members of the Musicians' Union and Equity have voted overwhelmingly in favour of potential strike action in a dispute over planned cuts to the workforce....


Propeller Launches Climate Initiative ft. The National, Julien Baker, Lil Dicky, A-Tr Photo Propeller Launches Climate Initiative ft. The National, Julien Baker, Lil Dicky, A-Trak & More
by Sarah Jae Leiber - April 14, 2021

The digital marketing platform works at the crossroads of culture and social good and is collaborating with a coalition of musicians, artists, influencers and festivals to leverage their platforms for good....


Alyssa Martin Appointed Artistic Producer of Creative Action Photo Alyssa Martin Appointed Artistic Producer of Creative Action
by Stephi Wild - August 19, 2024

 The National Ballet of Canada has announced the appointment of Alyssa Martin as Artistic Producer of Creative Action. Martin assumed the position on August 14....


Welsh National Opera Chorus Strike Remains Paused Following Constructive Discussions Photo Welsh National Opera Chorus Strike Remains Paused Following Constructive Discussions With New Interim Management
by A.A. Cristi - October 07, 2024

The Welsh National Opera chorus strike is paused after productive talks with interim management, signaling potential progress in resolving ongoing disputes....


Over 1,000 People Sign Open Letter To The Chair Of The Welsh National Opera's Board O Photo Over 1,000 People Sign Open Letter To The Chair Of The Welsh National Opera's Board Of Directors
by Stephi Wild - September 12, 2024

Over 1,000 people have signed an open letter to the Chair of the Welsh National Opera's Board of Directors calling on her to intervene with WNO management to save jobs in the company's chorus. ...


Thomas LeBrun Releases New Action Thriller, STONE COLD Photo Thomas LeBrun Releases New Action Thriller, STONE COLD
by A.A. Cristi - August 09, 2023

Thomas LeBrun has announced the upcoming release of his new action thriller, Stone Cold. This is the second book in the Cameron Stone Action Thriller series and will be released on August 18, 2023....


Neve Campbell Set to Recur as Guest Star in New Peacock Comedy Series TWISTED METAL Photo Neve Campbell Set to Recur as Guest Star in New Peacock Comedy Series TWISTED METAL
by Michael Major - May 20, 2022

Anthony Mackie (The Falcon and the Winter Soldier) is also starring and executive producing. Stephanie Beatriz (Encanto, Brooklyn Nine-Nine) to co-star opposite Mackie, alongside Thomas Haden Church (Sideways, Divorce, Spider-Man: No Way Home).  ...


Heidi Duckler Dance Presents 'Ages Take Action: Give The Vaccine A Shot!' Photo Heidi Duckler Dance Presents 'Ages Take Action: Give The Vaccine A Shot!'
by Stephi Wild - July 23, 2021

Ages Take Action is a PSA short film created in collaboration with Martin Luther King, Jr. Outpatient Center at the MLK Community Hospital Campus (MLK). The score for the film was produced by Los Angeles Unified School District students enrolled in music production classes with Young Producers Group...


Welsh National Opera Chorus Strike Action On 15 November Postponed Photo Welsh National Opera Chorus Strike Action On 15 November Postponed
by A.A. Cristi - November 08, 2024

The Welsh National Opera Chorus has announced updates on their ongoing strike action, addressing key concerns and negotiations with management. ...


Meteorologist David Murphy Has Announced Retirement After Three Decades on WPVI Photo Meteorologist David Murphy Has Announced Retirement After Three Decades on WPVI
by Michael Major - August 25, 2021

Philadelphia Meteorologist David Murphy has announced his retirement after three decades with WPVI. Murphy covered hurricanes in North Carolina and Louisiana, as well as two major tornadoes. His other memorable news assignments include the Oklahoma City Federal Building bombing and the attacks again...


Welsh National Opera Chorus Vote For Strike Action Photo Welsh National Opera Chorus Vote For Strike Action
by Stephi Wild - September 05, 2024

The chorus of the Welsh National Opera (WNO) have voted for industrial action by 93% on a turnout of 100% in a dispute over jobs and pay. The chorus members, who belong to the performing arts and entertainment trade union Equity, have also voted for action short of strike. ...


MONKEY MAN Available to Rent or Own on Digital Platforms Tomorrow Photo MONKEY MAN Available to Rent or Own on Digital Platforms Tomorrow
by Josh Sharpe - April 22, 2024

Revenge is primal. As it continues bringing high energy and non-stop action in theaters, MONKEY MAN will be available exclusively on digital platforms to own or rent, April 23, 2024, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Certified Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes and full of “staggeringly impressive a...


Jacob's Pillow to Present Stream of STREB Extreme Action Company Performance Photo Jacob's Pillow to Present Stream of STREB Extreme Action Company Performance
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 23, 2021

A special edition of the STREB Extreme Action Company’s 2021 Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival performance, featuring a unique retrospective of Elizabeth Streb’s work from the 70s and 80s alongside bonus behind-the-scenes content and archival footage, will be available as part of a Holiday Stream offere...


Peacock Announces New Comedy Series TWISTED METAL Photo Peacock Announces New Comedy Series TWISTED METAL
by Michael Major - February 28, 2022

Anthony Mackie (The Falcon and the Winter Soldier) is starring and executive producing. Mackie plays John Doe, a smart-ass milkman who talks as fast as he drives. With no memory of his past, John gets a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make his wish of finding community come true, but only if he ca...


Climate Change Theatre Action Is Looking For Enthusiastic Organizers For Fifth Season Photo Climate Change Theatre Action Is Looking For Enthusiastic Organizers For Fifth Season
by A.A. Cristi - June 13, 2023

Climate Change Theatre Action (CCTA), a biennial global festival of short plays about the climate crisis, returns in 2023 for its fifth season. A collaboration between the Arts & Climate Initiative and the Centre for Sustainable Practice in the Arts, CCTA 2023 will take place September 17 - December...


Will Arnett to Star in New Peacock Comedy Series TWISTED METAL Photo Will Arnett to Star in New Peacock Comedy Series TWISTED METAL
by Michael Major - June 01, 2022

Anthony Mackie (The Falcon and the Winter Soldier) is also starring and executive producing. Stephanie Beatriz (Encanto, Brooklyn Nine-Nine) to co-star opposite Mackie, alongside Thomas Haden Church (Sideways, Divorce, Spider-Man: No Way Home) and recurring guest star Neve Campbell (Scream 5, Clouds...


Announcing Action For Artists, A New Nonprofit Organization Devoted To Assisting Emer Photo Announcing Action For Artists, A New Nonprofit Organization Devoted To Assisting Emerging Artists
by Stephi Wild - November 01, 2022

William Hicks, Founder and Chairperson, announces the launch of Action for Artists (AFA), a new public nonprofit dedicated to providing performing artists with the much-needed financial assistance, tools, and mentorship vital to their artistic and professional growth....


Full Cast and Creative Team Revealed For HOT IN HERE at The Gate Theatre Photo Full Cast and Creative Team Revealed For HOT IN HERE at The Gate Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 04, 2023

Hetty Hodgson directs Jade Franks, Leanne Henlon and Tatenda Matsvai in HOT IN HERE - a protest, a theatre show, an energy-generating dance party....


Front Line Heroes Sing With New York Choral Society This Spring Photo Front Line Heroes Sing With New York Choral Society This Spring
by Stephi Wild - March 03, 2022

The New York Choral Society, New York's pioneering symphonic chorus that explores unique collaboration and dynamic repertory, announces their return to live performance with Love in Action, April 2 at the New York Society for Ethical Culture....


Andrew Lloyd Webber Sues UK Government to Release COVID-19 Events Research Results Photo Andrew Lloyd Webber Sues UK Government to Release COVID-19 Events Research Results
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 24, 2021

Andrew Lloyd Webber and artists within the theatre and music industries in the UK are launching legal action against the UK Government to release the results of their COVID-19 Events Research Programme. ...


San Diego REP Announces Equity, Diversity And Inclusion Strategic Action Plan Photo San Diego REP Announces Equity, Diversity And Inclusion Strategic Action Plan
by A.A. Cristi - November 10, 2020

San Diego Repertory Theatre announced today the details of a 5-year Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Action Plan, with the goal of making meaningful changes towards equity for all across all departments and programs of the company. ...


MY MAMMA: THE SUPER ACTION HERO To Premiere At The ATA In May Photo MY MAMMA: THE SUPER ACTION HERO To Premiere At The ATA In May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 15, 2024

MY MAMMA: THE SUPER ACTION HERO will premiere at the American Theatre of Actors this May. Learn how to purchase tickets....


Heidi Duckler Dance Presents AGES TAKE ACTION Photo Heidi Duckler Dance Presents AGES TAKE ACTION
by A.A. Cristi - June 30, 2021

Los Angeles-based dance company Heidi Duckler Dance (HDD) presents Ages Take Action, a PSA short film created in collaboration with Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital Campus (MLK). ...


ACTION HERO Comes to Tampereen Työväen Teatteri Next Month Photo ACTION HERO Comes to Tampereen Työväen Teatteri Next Month
by Stephi Wild - January 17, 2022

The new Finnish comedy Action Hero is the play debut in Tampere by Liila Jokelin , one of the most interesting new theater makers of the moment. In the roles of comedy, written and directed by Jokelin, the new casts of the Tampere Workers' Theater, Inke Koskinen and Pyry Kähkönen , and TTT's credit ...






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