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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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FIRST DATE Celebrates 50th Performance with a Susan G. Komen Benefit Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2015

When FIRST DATE celebrates its 50th Chicago performance tonight, March 26 at 7:30 p.m. at the Royal George Cabaret, 1641 North Halsted, 5% of all ticket sales will benefit Susan G. Komen - Chicago....


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...


Phoenix Theatre Critic Releases First Book Today
by Tyler Peterson - September 22, 2015

Arizona-based writer and theatre critic Jay Horne announced today the release of his first book. In The Love of My Life. My Experiences and Adventures with Vivian. A True Love Story., Horne takes readers along on his incredible journey with his beloved wife, Vivian....


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 ...


Hilberry Theatre Company Opens ALL IN THE TIMING Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2014

From a blind date that resets at the ring of a bell to three chimpanzees writing the first draft of a Shakespearean play, there is madness for all tastes as the Hilberry Theatre Company presents All in the Timing by David Ives. This production will feature eight of Ives' one-act plays, and will be p...


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...


hcl and CDF Team for 'Cultural Conversations' on Dance & Dramaturgy Today
by BWW News Desk - May 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 ...


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...


BLIND DATE to Open HVT's Season, Running 6/16-28
by Tyler Peterson - May 13, 2015

To open its 22nd season, HVT presents a first: an entirely improvised comedy! Blind Date, playing June 16 to 28, is a 'spontaneous theatre' creation, conceived by master improvisor, Rebecca Northan, in 2010. It has since garnered rave reviews in New York, London (UK), Toronto and Calgary....


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...


Theatre Unleashed's BOY GETS GIRL Opens 4/16
by Tyler Peterson - April 08, 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...


PS122 Announces 2015 COIL Festival Lineup
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2015

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 ...


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 ...


CRAZY TALK Set to Debut in National Syndication 9/14
by Caryn Robbins - June 15, 2015

NBCUniversal Domestic Television Distribution has sold Crazy Talk in 99% of the country for its debut in national syndication on Monday, September 14...


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 ('...


FIRST DATE Opens in Chicago Tonight
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 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...


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....


Phoenix Theatre Critic Releases First Book Today
by Tyler Peterson - September 22, 2015

Arizona-based writer and theatre critic Jay Horne announced today the release of his first book. In The Love of My Life. My Experiences and Adventures with Vivian. A True Love Story., Horne takes readers along on his incredible journey with his beloved wife, Vivian....


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...


Photo Flash: First Look at Chicago Premiere of FIRST DATE
by Christina Mancuso - February 12, 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...


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!...


BLIND DATE, GLASS MENAGERIE, JAKE'S GIFT and More Set for Hudson Village Theatre's 2015 Summer Season
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2015

For Matthew Tiffin's inaugural season as Hudson Village Theatre's Artistic Director, he's making a 'splash' with blockbuster Canadian plays featuring some of the nation's best theatrical artists at the peak of their game. From improvised hilarity in search of true love and a home-grown musical comed...


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....


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....






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