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Bravo dives back into the dating pool with its reboot of the iconic series Blind Date. In the age of social media where preconceived notions dominate and dating apps thrive on a swipe left or right, hopeful singles looking to form a true connection – or perhaps just any connection – take the ultimate plunge when they embark on a blind date. A nod to the original format with a modernized twist to match social media trends, each half-hour episode focuses on two couples of varying ethnicity, sexual orientation and age. As each unpredictable date progresses, only time will tell if these strangers struggle to connect or find their perfect match.

Cameras follow these daters' every move and their dates range from awkward, to fun, to cringeworthy in the best way possible. Comedian Nikki Glaser guides viewers through each encounter with hilarious commentary, as various graphics, animations and ever-telling "thought bubbles" ensure that nothing goes unsaid. With nothing to rely on but first impressions, perhaps it's the adventure of the unknown for these daters that proves sometimes you're better off going in blind.

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STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights of La Mirada Theatre's West Coast Debut of FIRST DATE
by Christina Mancuso - September 24, 2015

The La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts/McCoy Rigby Entertainment presents the Southern California Premiere Production of the Broadway Musical 'FIRST DATE' now playing through Oct. 11, 2015- directed by Nick DeGruccio  at LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS. Check out a first look at the...


hcl and CDF partner on 'Cultural Conversations' about Dance and Dramaturgy on 5/9
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2015

High Concept Labs (hcl) and Chicago Dancemakers Forum (CDF) partner on a public event about dramaturgy and contemporary dancemaking. CDF and hcl invite creators, dramaturges, performers, students, and audience members, to engage in dialogue about theory and practice of dramaturgy, the choreographic ...


TV: Watch Two Scenes from FIRST DATE's Chicago Premiere at the Royal George
by TV - On the Road - February 10, 2015

FIRST DATE features a book by Austin Winsberg ('Gossip Girl') and Music and Lyrics by Alan Zachary and Michael Weiner (Secondhand Lions, Twice Charmed). The musical comedy is produced by Jeanne McInerney and First Date, LLC, and will be directed by J.R. Rose, with musical direction by Elizabeth Dora...


Theatre Unleashed's Season Continues with BOY GETS GIRL
by Tyler Peterson - April 23, 2015

After just closing the extended run of its critically acclaimed production of Ligature Marks, Theatre Unleashed is preparing to open another heavy hitter, Rebecca Gilman's chilling Boy Gets Girl, running April 16-May 9, Thursday-Saturday at 8 p.m. at The Belfry Stage in North Hollywood. The show sta...


Rover Dramawerks to Present THE CUPCAKE CONSPIRACY in January
by Tyler Peterson - December 01, 2014

Rover Dramawerks will continue their 15th Anniversary Season with the World Premiere comedy The Cupcake Conspiracy, by C.J. Ehrlich and Philip J. Kaplan. Performances will be at Rover's new theatre venue in Plano, located in Ruisseau Village at 221 W. Parker Rd, Suite 580, at the northwest corner of...


Theater at PS122's 2015 COIL Festival Kicks Off 1/2
by Tyler Peterson - November 17, 2014

Performance Space 122's contemporary performance festival, COIL, returns for its tenth anniversary year. Known for its groundbreaking contemporary performance, this year's COIL 2015 festival spans interdisciplinary art working with new technologies and forms. Through installations, live and virtual ...


Chicago's FIRST DATE Offers Patrons Free Cupcakes Today
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2015

To start Valentine's weekend on a sweet note, the first 25 guests to arrive at FIRST DATE at the Royal George Cabaret, 1641 North Halsted, today, Feb. 13, will receive a delicious complimentary Raspberry Brownie Batter cupcake from popular Lincoln Park bakery Swirlz...


Charlie Lubeck & Dana Parker to Lead Chicago Premiere of FIRST DATE in 2015
by Tyler Peterson - December 15, 2014

FIRST DATE, Broadway's new musical comedy about the most dangerous human endeavor in existence, the dreaded blind date previews at the Royal George Cabaret, 1641 North Halsted, Chicago previewing on Feb. 5 and opening Feb. 12 for a limited engagement. FIRST DATE features a book by Austin Winsberg ('...


VIDEO: ELEPHANT MAN's Patricia Clarkson Talks Getting Naked Every Night with Bradley Cooper
by Caryn Robbins - August 18, 2015

Patricia Clarkson stopped by today's 'LIVE' and chatted with Michael Strahan and guest co-host Ana Gasteyer about her experience getting naked every night with Bradley Cooper in the recent revival of THE ELEPHANT MAN....


Photo Flash: La Mirada Theatre's FIRST DATE
by Sally Henry Fuller - September 20, 2015

The La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts/McCoy Rigby Entertainment presents the Southern California Premiere Production of the Broadway Musical 'FIRST DATE' - directed by Nick DeGruccio and now playing at LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS. Check out photos from the show below!...


TV: Watch Two Scenes from FIRST DATE's Chicago Premiere at the Royal George
by TV - On the Road - February 10, 2015

FIRST DATE features a book by Austin Winsberg ('Gossip Girl') and Music and Lyrics by Alan Zachary and Michael Weiner (Secondhand Lions, Twice Charmed). The musical comedy is produced by Jeanne McInerney and First Date, LLC, and will be directed by J.R. Rose, with musical direction by Elizabeth Dora...


Theatre Unleashed to Present BOY GETS GIRL, 4/16-5/9
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2015

After just closing the extended run of its critically acclaimed production of Ligature Marks, Theatre Unleashed is preparing to open another heavy hitter, Rebecca Gilman's chilling Boy Gets Girl, running April 16-May 9, Thursday-Saturday at 8 p.m. at The Belfry Stage in North Hollywood....


FIRST DATE Extends at Royal George Cabaret
by Tyler Peterson - April 13, 2015

FIRST DATE, Broadway's new musical comedy about the most dangerous human endeavor in existence - the dreaded blind date - is now extended through Sunday, May 17 at the Royal George Cabaret, 1641 North Halsted, Chicago, marking a four month hit run. FIRST DATE features a book by Austin Winsberg (Goss...


Bookworks Celebrates Thirty Year Anniversary and Independent Bookstore Day, 5/2
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2015

Bookworks celebrates the inaugural Independent Bookstore Day May 2 with special promotions and author events....


Stephen Clark's STRIPPED to Premiere at The Tank, 9/11-20
by Tyler Peterson - September 02, 2015

TEAMONFIRE, the new international collective based in Berlin, brings their latest work, STRIPPED, to The Tank Theater in New York City. Following an acclaimed production at The English Theater in Berlin, STRIPPED, written by UK-based, award-winning playwright Stephen Clark & directed by Berlin-based...


BWW Review: So Cal Premiere of FIRST DATE a Surprise Charmer at La Mirada
by Michael L. Quintos - October 06, 2015

So does FIRST DATE---the relatively new musical comedy now playing its Southern California regional premiere at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts through October 11---merit an outing? Sure! If you're looking for a cute, charming little musical that's giddy and entertaining and features a...


Tarragon Theatre to Open 45th Anniversary Season with BLIND DATE, Starring Rebecca Northan
by Matt Smith - September 10, 2015

TORONTO (August 19, 2015) - Tarragon Theatre launches its 45th anniversary season with the international sensation Blind Date, created and performed by the award-winning Calgary-born Rebecca Northan. Returning to Toronto after critically acclaimed runs across Canada, London's West End, New York City...


SHAKESPEARE '70 to Close Season with BECKY SHAW
by Tyler Peterson - September 22, 2015

SHAKESPEARE '70, in collaboration with the Open Arts Stage in Bordentown, New Jersey, closes its 46th year with Gina Gionfriddo's biting comedy of bad manners, Becky Shaw....


Bill Coyne Featured on Latest Episode of SOMETHING NEW Podcast
by Something New with Joel B. New - January 19, 2015

In Episode 305, award-winning musical theatre writer Joel B. New sat down with Bill Coyne, an actor, singer, and the creator of MuseMatch, a concert series that pairs artists for a 'blind date' to create, bold new work for the benefit of charities....


Off Broadway Palm to Stage Regional Premiere of FIRST DATE
by Tyler Peterson - January 16, 2015

The Off Broadway Palm Theatre presents the regional premier of First Date playing now through March 7, 2015. This new musical comedy recently played on Broadway and tells a hysterical and hopeful story about the chances we take to find love....


FIRST DATE Announces Buy One Get One Free 'April Showers' Special
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2015

The silver lining during April Showers is that audiences receive buy one get one free tickets to see FIRST DATE any rainy day through April 30....


Stories on Stage Presents TO THE LIGHTHOUSE Today
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2014

Stories on Stage presents 'To the Lighthouse' today, November 15 at 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at Su Teatro Cultural and Performing Arts Center, 721 Santa Fe Drive, Denver, CO....


Tarragon Sets 45th Anniversary Season: THE TROUBLE WITH MR. ADAMS, AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE & More
by Tyler Peterson - February 13, 2015

Artistic Director Richard Rose and Managing Director Susan Moffat proudly rolled out Tarragon Theatre's 45th Anniversary Season today, filled with bold theatrical adventures and reaffirming Tarragon's reputation as a home for Canadian theatre....


May at Bookworks Features Independent Bookstore Day, Anne Hillerman, Kiera Cass and More
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2015

Independent Bookstore Day is May 2nd and Bookworks will be celebrating with several special promotions for its valued customers. On Independent Bookstore Day, Bookworks will launch a new loyalty program, The Book Brood, whereby customers can sign up for a punch card that gets them a 30% discount aft...


BLIND DATE to Run Jan 26-31 at Jermyn Street Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - January 06, 2015

After a sell-out run at the Octagon Theatre Bolton, the world premiere production of Dave Simpson's new comedy Blind Date is coming to Jermyn Street Theatre....






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