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Breaking Barriers demonstrates what it takes to build and drive a vehicle faster than anyone on the planet. Follow American automobile entrepreneur John Hennessey's pursuit of the production vehicle land speed record and trace the roots of land speed racing from the early days of hot rodding to today. We discover that since the advent of the automobile, the pursuit of speed and the fight for the title of ?fastest car? are intrinsically connected.



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Kimmel Center Kicks Off 2013-14 Winter Holiday Highlights
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2013

The holidays are upon us with plenty to celebrate at the Kimmel Center's campus of events and performances....


Stephen Sondheim, Meryl Streep and More Honored With 2014 Presidential Medal of Freedom Today
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2014

?President Barack Obama previously named nineteen recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the Nation's highest civilian honor, presented to individuals who have made especially meritorious contributions to the security or national interests of the United...


Stephen Sondheim, Meryl Streep, Alvin Ailey and More Honored With 2014 Presidential Medal of Freedom; Ceremony Set for the White House This Month!
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2014

Today, President Barack Obama named nineteen recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the Nation's highest civilian honor, presented to individuals who have made especially meritorious contributions to the security or national interests of the United Stat...


PEE-WEE'S PLAYHOUSE, LAVERN & SHIRLEY, et al. Honored at TV Land Awards
by Nicole Rosky - March 15, 2012

TV Land announced today that the beloved casts of 'Laverne & Shirley' (Penny Marshall, Cindy Williams, Michael McKean and David L. Lander) and 'One Day At A Time' (Valerie Bertinelli, Bonnie Franklin, Mackenzie Phillips, Glenn Scarpelli and Pat Harrington Jr.) as well as pop culture phenomenon 'Pee-...


Ballet Star Misty Copeland to Make 3 Guest Judge Appearances on FOX's SYTYCD
by Caryn Robbins - June 13, 2014

Copeland will bring her 18 years of dance experience and her hard-won life lessons to the EMMY winning FOX show SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE as a Guest Judge on multiple episodes....


President Obama Selected Alvin Ailey to Posthumously Receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2014

The White House announced that President Obama selected Mr. Alvin Ailey to be a recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom this year. This honor is being given posthumously to acknowledge Mr. Ailey's contributions and commitment to Civil Rights and dance in America....


Ballet Star Misty Copeland to Make 3 Guest Judge Appearances on FOX's SYTYCD
by Caryn Robbins - June 13, 2014

Copeland will bring her 18 years of dance experience and her hard-won life lessons to the EMMY winning FOX show SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE as a Guest Judge on multiple episodes....


KURIOS from Cirque du Soleil to Present Fireworks Spectacular on 4th of July at Dodger Stadium
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2015

The Los Angeles Dodgers will open a 10-game homestand with a bang on Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4 against the New York Mets....


Hasty Pudding Theatricals Name Kerry Washington 2016 Woman of the Year
by Caryn Robbins - January 06, 2016

The Hasty Pudding Theatricals, the oldest theatrical organization in the United States, announces Golden Globe and Emmy Awards nominated actress, KERRY WASHINGTON as the recipient of its 2016 Woman of the Year Award....


Photo Flash: Actress and Activist Marlo Thomas Receives 2014 Presidential Medal of Freedom
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2014

Today, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital National Outreach Director Marlo Thomas was presented with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian honor, during a special ceremony at the White House. With Ms. Thomas as its envoy to millions of supporters, St. Jude has become th...


Kevin Smith to Host AMC's THE WALKING DEAD Season 4 Preview, 7/4
by Caryn Robbins - June 28, 2013

'The Walking Dead' marathon will be hosted by 'Comic Book Men' executive producer Kevin Smith from the Atlanta-based set where the cast are currently filming season 4 of the hit series....


PBS Announces Premiere Dates for DOWNTON ABBEY, SHERLOCK & More
by Caryn Robbins - October 23, 2013

PBS announced today its slate of Winter/Spring 2014 programs, including the long-awaited return of MASTERPIECE 'Sherlock, Season 3'...


Queens Theatre in the Park Presents PHILADANCO 5/15, 5/16
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2011

Queens Theatre in the Park (QTP) presents Philadanco on Saturday, May 15 at 2pm and 8pm, and Sunday, May 16 at 3pm at Queens Theatre in the Park, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Flushing, NY. ...


Tuttle Publishing Releases BREAKING BARRIERS
by Christina Mancuso - March 20, 2014

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12-Year-Old Dancer to Perform on Nickelodeon KIDS CHOICE SPORTS AWARDS
by Caryn Robbins - July 14, 2015

Twelve-year-old Alexandra 'Sparkles' Lund will be making her first Awards Show appearance on Nickelodeon 'Kids' Choice Sports Awards,' which broadcasts this Thursday evening, July 16, 2015....


Photo Flash: Actress and Activist Marlo Thomas Receives 2014 Presidential Medal of Freedom
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2014

Today, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital National Outreach Director Marlo Thomas was presented with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian honor, during a special ceremony at the White House. With Ms. Thomas as its envoy to millions of supporters, St. Jude has become th...


Hugh Hefner Musical Heading to the Stage?
by Sally Henry Fuller - May 31, 2015

Could Playboy mogul Hugh Hefner be the next public figure to be immortalized in a musical? Theatre buzz has surfaced suggesting just that....


Philly Orchestra, ONCE, Elvis Costello and More Set for Kimmel Center, Fall 2013
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2013

The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts campus is waking to the sweet sounds of a robust Fall harvest of programming with a dynamic line-up of arts offering something for everyone....


Alfred Hitchcock: The Masterpiece Collection Available on October 30 for a Limited Time!
by Robert Diamond - September 14, 2012

Fifteen of the most acclaimed films by legendary director Alfred Hitchcock come together on Blu-ray for the first time ever when Alfred Hitchcock: The Masterpiece Collection is released on October 30, 2012 for a limited time only. Digitally restored from high-quality film elements and presented in p...


Gwyneth Paltrow to Co-Produce Broadway Musical Based on Music of the GoGo's
by Caryn Robbins - September 26, 2013

They've got the beat, and soon they'll be bringing it to Broadway! According to Showbiz411 reports, Academy Award winner Gwyneth Paltrow will be co-producing a Broadway musical based on the music of 80's rock band The GoGo's....


President Obama Praises Icons Meryl Streep, Alvin Ailey and More at Medal of Freedom Ceremony
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2014

Scroll down for the highlights from the President's remarks on entertainment icons Meryl Streep, Stevie Wonder, Alvin Ailey and Marlo Thomas!...


American Music Icon Loretta Lynn Signs New Multi-Album Deal with Legacy Recordings
by Caryn Robbins - November 06, 2014

Legacy Recordings, the catalog division of Sony Music Entertainment, has inked an historic multi-album deal with American music legend Loretta Lynn....


BWW Interviews: Brian Stokes Mitchell Talks Pops, 'JAM,' RAGTIME and More!
by Jena Tesse Fox - December 10, 2010

Brian Stokes Mitchell talks about this weekend's holiday concert at Carnegie Hall, Women on the Verge and the role he wants to play again....


PHILADANCO to Pay Tribute to Choreographer Christopher Huggins, 12/6-8
by Tyler Peterson - November 19, 2013

Philadelphia's most celebrated dance company, PHILADANCO, returns to celebrate their 44th season with a special tribute performance to Choreographer Christopher L. Huggins from Friday through Sunday, December 6 - 8 in Perelman Theater....


Hasty Pudding Theatricals Name Kerry Washington 2016 Woman of the Year
by Caryn Robbins - January 06, 2016

The Hasty Pudding Theatricals, the oldest theatrical organization in the United States, announces Golden Globe and Emmy Awards nominated actress, KERRY WASHINGTON as the recipient of its 2016 Woman of the Year Award....






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