'MIGHTY REAL...' Creators to Appear on TV One's UNSUNG, 7/1
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2015 MIGHTY REAL: A FABULOUS SYLVESTER MUSICAL, the hit musical celebration of the life and music of the original 1970s "Queen of Disco," Sylvester, will be featured on TV One's award-winning series "Unsung." ...
Daydream Theatre Company & The Arctic Playhouse Present CO-CREATOR, Beginning Tonight
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2015 Daydream Theatre Company and The Arctic Playhouse have announced their spring 2015 show, 'Co-Creator' a play written and directed by Lenny Schwartz. The play is being produced by Jim Belanger, Lloyd Felix, and David Vieria....
VIDEO: Benedict Cumberbatch's THE IMITATION GAME to Open London Film Fest; Check Out Trailer!
by Caryn Robbins - July 21, 2014 The 58th BFI London Film Festival, in partnership with American Express announces that this year's Opening Night film will be THE IMITATION GAME, a dramatic portrayal of the life and work of Alan Turing....
Showtime to Load in ROADIES With Creators of WICKED, LOST and More
by Courtnie Mele - June 18, 2014 SHOWTIME has given a pilot production order to ROADIES, a comedy that follows the day-to-day life of a successful rock tour as seen through the eyes of music's unsung background players - the crew members who help get the show on the road. Cameron Crowe, who won an Oscar(R) for brilliantly chronicli...
BWW Interview: Ben West Previews Unsung Musicals' Carolyn Leigh Tribute Concert
by Adrienne Onofri - April 03, 2014 Max von Essen, Erin Davie, Alli Mauzey and other Bway stars will sing lesser-known tunes by the lyricist of 'Peter Pan' and 'Little Me'....
History Premieres Two-Hour Special REBUILDING THE WORLD TRADE CENTER, 9/11
by Caryn Robbins - August 21, 2014 REBUILDING THE WORLD TRADE CENTER, Marcus Robinson's inspiring documentary chronicling the reconstruction of the World Trade Center and restoration of the New York City skyline, premieres Thursday, September 11, at 6 p.m. ET/PT on HISTORY....
Adam Kantor, Jeremy Kushnier, Alli Mauzey and Teal Wicks Complete UNSUNG CAROLYN LEIGH Cast; Concert Set for 4/5
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2014 UnsungMusicalsCo. (UMC) has announced complete casting for Unsung Carolyn Leigh, a special concert produced for Lincoln Center's American Songbook at the Stanley H. Kaplan Penthouse on Saturday, April 5 at 8 PM. The evening, showcasing songs by the Tony- and Grammy-nominated lyricist of Peter Pan, L...
Daydream Theatre Company & The Arctic Playhouse to Present CO-CREATOR, Begin. 4/2
by Tyler Peterson - February 20, 2015 Daydream Theatre Company and The Arctic Playhouse have announced their spring 2015 show, "Co-Creator" a play written and directed by Lenny Schwartz. The play is being produced by Jim Belanger, Lloyd Felix, and David Vieria....
TV One to Premiere ARETHA: FRANKLY SPEAKING to Celebrate Black History Month
by Caryn Robbins - May 13, 2014 In recognition of Black Music Month, TV One will roll out a special programming slate of new specials, original factual series, original reality series, movies and performance specials this June....
ABC to Present ROBIN ROBERTS THANK YOU AMERICA, 11/27
by Caryn Robbins - November 14, 2014 It's a Thanksgiving holiday special like no other when ABC News anchor Robin Roberts canvases the country in search of America's unsung heroes and celebrates them with surprises that will profoundly change their lives as part of 'Thank You America!'...
New Book Profiles Pioneering Users of Neurotech Therapies
by Tyler Peterson - November 12, 2014 Neurotech Press announces the publication of a new book that profiles some of the unsung heroes of medical technologies: the brave people who were among the first to use a new or experimental therapy or device. 'Bionic Pioneers: Brave Neurotech Users Blaze the Trail to New Therapies' (ISBN: 978-0-9...
UNSUNG CAROLYN LEIGH Set for Lincoln Center's American Songbook Series Tonight
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2014 UnsungMusicalsCo. (UMC) is proud to present Unsung Carolyn Leigh, a special concert produced for Lincoln Center's American Songbook at the Stanley H. Kaplan Penthouse tonight, April 5 at 8 PM. The evening, showcasing songs by the Tony- and Grammy-nominated lyricist of Peter Pan, Little Me and How No...
Erin Davie Joins UNSUNG CAROLYN LEIGH for Lincoln Center's American Songbook, 4/5
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2014 UnsungMusicalsCo. (UMC) is proud to present Unsung Carolyn Leigh, a special concert produced for Lincoln Center's American Songbook at the Stanley H. Kaplan Penthouse on Saturday, April 5 at 8 PM. The evening, showcasing songs by the Tony- and Grammy-nominated lyricist of Peter Pan, Little Me and Ho...
USA Network to Air IN THE HEAT OF THE NIGHT, 2/15
by Tyler Peterson - February 10, 2014 NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment Chairman Bonnie Hammer today announced the newest classic in the ongoing Characters Unite Film Series to use the power of storytelling to increase awareness of social injustices, stimulate productive dialogue and encourage further progress. USA Network will commemora...
Showtime to Load in ROADIES With Creators of WICKED, LOST and More
by Courtnie Mele - June 18, 2014 SHOWTIME has given a pilot production order to ROADIES, a comedy that follows the day-to-day life of a successful rock tour as seen through the eyes of music's unsung background players - the crew members who help get the show on the road. Cameron Crowe, who won an Oscar(R) for brilliantly chronicli...
Drama League to Honor CBS' THE GOOD WIFE at Annual Gala
by Tyler Peterson - January 06, 2015 The Drama League will recognize the CBS Television series "The Good Wife" as its 2015 Arts Ally in recognition of Executive Producers Robert and Michelle King and Casting Director Mark Saks, whose enthusiastic support of the Broadway community and its artists have immeasurably benefited both the tel...
All-New Episodes of UNSUNG Premiere on TV One, Beg. Today
by TV News Desk - July 30, 2014 TV One previously announced the return of its award-winning docu-series Unsung, the network's longest-running original series. Slated for premiere tonight, July 30 at 8PM/ET, the ten all-new episodes will feature profiles on prominent artists including Montell Jordon, Hi Five, The Emotions, Martha W...
ComEd to Honor Diane Latiker as 'Neighborhood Hero,' 2/1
by Tyler Peterson - January 31, 2014 Diane Latiker, a mother of eight and grandmother to 13, began her outreach by opening her home as a safe haven to kids on the block. Her compassion to help a few has created an award-winning non-profit organization, 'Kids off the Block,' dedicated to providing more than 1,500 young people positive a...
TURNING GRACE Wins New Apple Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
by Christina Mancuso - April 02, 2015 'Turning Grace' by J.Q. Davis receives Medalist Honors in the 'E-Book Sci-Fi / Fantasy / Horror' category of the 2014 New Apple Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis Grace Watkins is the typical teenage girl. She attends high school, has a spunky best friend, and hi...
Drama League to Honor CBS' THE GOOD WIFE at Annual Gala
by Tyler Peterson - January 06, 2015 The Drama League will recognize the CBS Television series "The Good Wife" as its 2015 Arts Ally in recognition of Executive Producers Robert and Michelle King and Casting Director Mark Saks, whose enthusiastic support of the Broadway community and its artists have immeasurably benefited both the tel...
VIDEO: First Look - Melissa McCarthy Stars in Secret Agent Spoof SPY
by Caryn Robbins - January 13, 2015 20th Century Fox has shared the first trailer for the new Melissa McCarthy in the secret agent spoof SPY. The film hits theaters on May 22nd. Get a first look below, courtesy of Yahoo!...
Chicago History Museum to Host Free Performance of THE MLK PROJECT, 1/19
by Tyler Peterson - January 05, 2015 Writers Theatre opens its 9th annual tour of The MLK Project: The Fight for Civil Rights, written by Yolanda Androzzo, directed by Jimmy McDermott and featuring Caren Blackmore. A special Martin Luther King, Jr. Day public performance will take place at 10:30am on January 19 at the Chicago History M...
The British Are Coming! UK's UNSUNG LILLY Takes Over The Mint
by Courtnie Mele - June 19, 2014 The British are coming! The British are coming ! There will be a British invasion at The Mint, Los Angeles' legendary cultural enclave for live music, on Saturday, July 19 when Global Journey Media presents popular UK artists, the singing duo, Unsung Lilly, in a benefit concert performance for Bette...
Sonia Friedman And Young Vic Big Winners At The Stage Awards
by Carrie Dunn - January 31, 2015 Sonia Friedman has been crowned producer of the year at The Stage Awards 2015, where the Young Vic and Park Theatre were also honoured, alongside the Nuffield Theatre in Southampton.... |