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From the creators of Hot in Cleveland, The Soul Man revolves around Cedrics character, Reverend Boyce The Voice Ballentine, an R&B superstar-turned-minister who takes over as preacher of his fathers church. Niecy Nash ("Reno 911") stars as the reverends wife, Lolli. The pilot also features John Beasley (Everwood) as his father, Wesley Jonathan (What I Like About You) as his younger brother, and Jazz Raycole (My Wife and Kids) as his daughter. The character of Reverend Boyce originated on a second season episode of Hot in Cleveland in which Cedric guest-starred.

Cedric 'The Entertainer', Eddie Griffin, D.L. Hughley, George Lopez & Charlie Murphy to Perform at Mohegan Sun, 11/7
by Tyler Peterson - September 23, 2015

Numerous motion picture appearances, countless television shows, sitcoms and standup specials, a talk show, three radio shows, and two books. Cedric 'The Entertainer', Eddie Griffin, D.L. Hughley, George Lopez and Charlie Murphy have been breaking ground in the comedy business and bringing the laugh...


Music, Theatre, Comedy and Family Shows Slated for Epstein Theatre This October Photo Music, Theatre, Comedy and Family Shows Slated for Epstein Theatre This October
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2017

Great music, theatre, comedy and family entertainment all combine to make the Epstein Theatre the only place to be this October....


New Season of TV Land's THE SOUL MAN to Return Live 3/18
by Caryn Robbins - March 09, 2015

No second takes, no rewrites: On Wednesday, March 18th at 10:30 PM ET/PT 'The Soul Man' is going LIVE for its season premiere! Cedric 'The Entertainer,' Niecy Nash and Wesley Jonathan are pulling out all the stops for the season 4 return...


Cedric The Entertainer Hosts 4th Annual CRITICS' CHOICE TELEVISION AWARDS on The CW Tonight
by TV News Desk - June 19, 2014

The CW previously announced that actor, comedian and producer Cedric 'The Entertainer' will host the live broadcast of the FOURTH ANNUAL CRITICS' CHOICE TELEVISION AWARDS tonight, June 19 (8:00-10:00pm ET). Tonight's broadcast from the Beverly Hilton Hotel will mark the first time the CCTAs will be ...


REUNION, A MUSICAL COMEDY Opens 11/7 at NoHo Arts Center
by Tyler Peterson - October 08, 2015

This melodic, memorable and quirky pop score provides biting social commentary along with a little romance and an outrageously good time for all. You'll laugh. You'll cry. You'll cringe....


Ryan Murphy to be Honored at Critics' Choice Television Awards
by Tyler Peterson - June 09, 2014

The Broadcast Television Journalists Association (BTJA) today announced that critically acclaimed, award-winning television and film screenwriter, director and producer Ryan Murphy will receive the Critics' Choice LOUIS XIII Genius Award, established to honor an icon in the television industry, at ...


BLACK-ISH, GET ON UP, Jennifer Hudson Among Nominees of 46th ANNUAL NAACP IMAGE AWARDS
by Movies News Desk - December 09, 2014

Nominations have been revealed for the 46th annual NAACP Image Awards. The event will take place on Friday, Feb. 6, 2015, and be broadcast live on TV One....


TV One to Present Critically Acclaimed Comedy-Drama JEAN OF THE JONESES, 10/23
by Caryn Robbins - August 01, 2016

TV One announced today the television premiere of JEAN OF THE JONESES, a critically acclaimed comedy-drama, is set for Sunday, October 23 at 7 p.m. ET...


Celebration Theatre's KIM JONG FUNNER Opens 9/18
by Tyler Peterson - September 03, 2015

Celebration Theatre announced today the first show in association with Nicholas Caprio, under the artistic direction of Michael Matthews & Michael A. Shepperd, KIM JONG FUNNER: A FEW BLOCKS OVER, OUT OF HIDING, IN PRIMETIME!.  KIM JONG FUNNER: A FEW BLOCKS OVER, OUT OF HIDING, IN PRIMETIME!, will op...


NBC and Sean Hayes Working on Live Weekly Sitcom HOSPITALITY
by TV News Desk - September 04, 2014

Deadline reports that NBC, Sean Hayes and Todd Milliner's Hazy Mills Productions are developing a new weekly sitcom called HOSPITALITY, which would air live each week....


NBC and Sean Hayes Working on Live Weekly Sitcom HOSPITALITY
by TV News Desk - September 04, 2014

Deadline reports that NBC, Sean Hayes and Todd Milliner's Hazy Mills Productions are developing a new weekly sitcom called HOSPITALITY, which would air live each week....


Cast Announced for Nicki Minaj's ABC Family Comedy; Whoopi Goldberg to Guest Star
by Tyler Peterson - December 18, 2015

Today ABC Family confirmed cast for the scripted comedy “Nicki.” Ariana Neal (“Get Hard,” “Fruitvale Station”) will play Nicki, a role inspired by Nicki Minaj in her early years before she became a Grammy Award-nominated, multiplatinum superstar; Selita Ebanks (“Real Husbands of Hollywood“) will pla...


VIDEO: Watch Trailer for Lifetiime Aaliyah Biopic THE PRINCESS OF R&B
by Caryn Robbins - October 02, 2014

Lifetime will present the World Premiere of AALIYAH: THE PRINCESS OF R&B on November 15th at 8/7c. Check out a first look below!...


Crazy Coqs Presents Ray Shell in BACK 2 - BLACK II, 27-28 June
by Jillian Gaier - May 23, 2014

Returning to the West End and making his debut at Crazy Coqs, is Ray Shell with his show Back 2 - Black II for which he has received a clutch of 4 and 5 star reviews. Featuring Ray's distinctive interpretation of well-known songs from musicals Sweeney Todd to Miss Saigon and current Broadway hit Kin...


Lifetime to Premiere Original Romantic Comedy LOVE BY THE 10TH DATE, Today
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2017

Love By The 10th Date follows Gabby (Good), Nell (Stewart), Billie (Hilson) and Margot (Rowland) who balance their dating adventures alongside their career ambitions at an upscale digital magazine in Los Angeles...


Niecy Nash Heads to THE MINDY PROJECT in Recurring Role
by TV News Desk - August 22, 2014

As first reported by TVLine, Niecy Nash (Reno 911!, Getting On) will appear in a recurring role for THE MINDY PROJECT's third season on FOX....


Freeform Begins Production on New Scripted Comedy NICKI
by Tyler Peterson - January 12, 2016

Production began this week for the scripted comedy “Nicki” from executive producer Nicki Minaj. Directed by Tim Story (“Ride Along,” “Think Like a Man”) and shot in Queens, New York, “Nicki” stars Ariana Neal (“Get Hard,” “Fruitvale Station”), Selita Ebanks (“Real Husbands of Hollywood“), Wesley Jon...


BLACK-ISH, GET ON UP, Jennifer Hudson Among Nominees of 46th ANNUAL NAACP IMAGE AWARDS
by Movies News Desk - December 09, 2014

Nominations have been revealed for the 46th annual NAACP Image Awards. The event will take place on Friday, Feb. 6, 2015, and be broadcast live on TV One....


Art Directors Guild Announces Owen Benjamin as Host of ADG Awards
by Sally Henry Fuller - November 12, 2015

Comedian Owen Benjamin returns to host the 20th Annual Excellence in Production Design Awards (#ADGawards) presented by DXV by American Standard, for the third year on Sunday, January 31, 2016, at the Beverly Hilton....


Beyonce, Nate Parker Top Nominees for 48th NAACP IMAGE AWARDS; Full List
by Caryn Robbins - December 13, 2016

The nominees for the NAACP Image Awards were announced today. The awards recognize the year's best in film, TV, music and books....


TV Land Premieres Fifth & Final Season of THE SOUL MAN Tonight
by TV News Desk - March 30, 2016

THE SOUL MAN will return for the fifth and final season tonight, March 30th at 10:30 PM ET/PT on TV Land....


Tickets Go on Sale for AN ACT OF GOD's Broadway Return with Sean Hayes
by Nicole Rosky - April 01, 2016

As BroadwayWorld reported earlier this week, Tony® nominee and Emmy® winner Sean Hayes will play God in a limited 14-week engagement of the hit Broadway comedy An Act of God at Broadway's Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street) beginning May 28, 2016. David Javerbaum's comedy returns to New York after ...


VIDEO: Trailer for Lifetiime Aaliyah Biopic THE PRINCESS OF R&B, Airing Tonight
by TV News Desk - November 15, 2014

Lifetime will present the World Premiere of AALIYAH: THE PRINCESS OF R&B tonight, November 15th at 8/7c. Check out a first look below!...


REUNION, A MUSICAL COMEDY Opens Tonight at NoHo Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2015

This melodic, memorable and quirky pop score provides biting social commentary along with a little romance and an outrageously good time for all. You'll laugh. You'll cry. You'll cringe....


SAG Awards Holiday Auction Benefitting the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Launches Today Photo SAG Awards Holiday Auction Benefitting the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Launches Today
by Caryn Robbins - December 07, 2017

The Screen Actors Guild Awards Holiday Auction benefiting the SAG-AFTRA Foundation's Children's Literacy and Actors' Assistance programs begins today at 6 p.m. (PST) at sagawards.org/auction....






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