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White Famous will focus on a talented, young African-American comedian whose star is rising, forcing him to navigate the treacherous waters of maintaining his credibility as he begins to cross-over towards becoming "white famous."

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Chris Selak Promoted to EVP Worldwide Television for Lionsgate
by Caryn Robbins - January 26, 2017

Recognizing her leadership in the continued creative growth of the Company's scripted television business, Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF. B) has signed a new long-term agreement with Executive Vice President Chris Selak and expanded her purview to include worldwide television...


Historical Heroine Heads to the Stage: Meet the Cast SAINT JOAN- Now in Previews! Photo Historical Heroine Heads to the Stage: Meet the Cast SAINT JOAN- Now in Previews!
by Julie Musbach - April 03, 2018

Previews begin tonight for Manhattan Theatre Club's new Broadway production of Saint Joan! Get to know the cast below as they begin Broadway performances!...


OTHELLO, TWELFTH NIGHT Announced for Shakespeare in the Park 2018 Season Photo OTHELLO, TWELFTH NIGHT Announced for Shakespeare in the Park 2018 Season
by A.A. Cristi - January 22, 2018

The Public Theater (Artistic Director, Oskar Eustis; Executive Director, Patrick Willingham) announced the line-up today for the 2018 Free Shakespeare in the Park season, continuing a 56-year tradition of free theater in Central Park....


First Look: THE HERO WITHIN Brings Veterans' Personal Stories to Life, Extended July 7-8-9 in Santa Monica
by Shari Barrett - June 22, 2017

After a sold-out and critically-acclaimed run at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in April 2017, CRE Outreach, in partnership with the Veterans Empowerment Theatre, is pleased to announce a one-weekend extension of THE HERO WITHIN, the powerful play which brings 7 local veterans' ...


Showtime Acquires BBC Comedy Series ILL BEHAVIOUR, Starring Lizzy Caplan Photo Showtime Acquires BBC Comedy Series ILL BEHAVIOUR, Starring Lizzy Caplan
by Caryn Robbins - October 04, 2017

SHOWTIME has acquired the BBC series ILL BEHAVIOUR, a six-part comedy thriller about the boundaries of friendship and the lengths taken to preserve it....


Angelique Cabral, Parvesh Cheena, Katie Lowes, Headline IAMA HOLIDAY CABARET Photo Angelique Cabral, Parvesh Cheena, Katie Lowes, Headline IAMA HOLIDAY CABARET
by A.A. Cristi - November 13, 2017

IAMA Holiday Cabaret: Music from the Silver Screen Company members and celebrity guests perform songs from iconic cinematic moments at IAMA Theatre Company's 4th annual star-studded holiday cabaret....


Showtime Offers New Series WHITE FAMOUS for Early Sampling Photo Showtime Offers New Series WHITE FAMOUS for Early Sampling
by Caryn Robbins - September 29, 2017

Starting today, SHOWTIME is giving viewers nationwide an early opportunity to sample the series premiere of the network's hilarious new half-hour comedy WHITE FAMOUS, starring Jay Pharoah (Saturday Night Live) and based on the personal experiences of Academy Award winner Jamie Foxx....


Lionsgate Promotes Marcello Bellisario to Senior Vice President, Talent & Casting
by Caryn Robbins - March 02, 2017

Marcello Bellisario has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Talent & Casting for Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) under a new long-term agreement that encompasses expanded responsibilities for all scripted casting for Lionsgate as well as collaboration with Starz on their original programming....


SNL's Jay Pharoah Cast in Lead Role for Showtime Comedy WHITE FAMOUS
by Caryn Robbins - August 12, 2016

SHOWTIME has cast actor and comedian Jay Pharoah (Saturday Night Live) in the lead role for the new pilot WHITE FAMOUS, a half-hour comedy executive produced by Academy Award winner Jamie Foxx and showrunner Tom Kapinos (CALIFORNICATION)....


VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Lin-Manuel Miranda Guests in New Musical Web Series BARTLETT Photo VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Lin-Manuel Miranda Guests in New Musical Web Series BARTLETT
by Caryn Robbins - January 09, 2018

The six part original features a talented ensemble including Tony winner and HAMILGON star Lin-Manuel Miranda, Utkarsh Ambudkar ( White Famous, Freestyle Love Supreme, The Mindy Project ), Don Reed( The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, 'A Different World') and newcomer Eirinie Carson....


SHOWTIME Unveils Poster Art And Behind-the-Scenes Look At 'WHITE FAMOUS' Photo SHOWTIME Unveils Poster Art And Behind-the-Scenes Look At 'WHITE FAMOUS'
by TV News Desk - September 14, 2017

SHOWTIME has released the poster art and a behind-the-scenes look at its new half-hour comedy series WHITE FAMOUS. Starring Jay Pharoah (Saturday Night Live) and based on the personal experiences of Academy Award winner Jamie Foxx....


Showtime Announces Fall Comedy Slate; Sets Premiere Dates for SHAMELESS & More Photo Showtime Announces Fall Comedy Slate; Sets Premiere Dates for SHAMELESS & More
by Caryn Robbins - August 08, 2017

SHOWTIME has announced the premiere dates for its fall comedy slate, including two new half-hour comedy series and the return of the hit hour-long comedy SHAMELESS. WHITE FAMOUS – starring Jay Pharoah...


Showtime Picks Up New Comedy WHITE FAMOUS, Starring Jay Pharaoh
by Caryn Robbins - January 10, 2017

SHOWTIME has announced the pick-up of the new half-hour comedy series WHITE FAMOUS led by actor and comedian Jay Pharoah...


Oscar Winner Jamie Foxx Returns to Showtime's WHITE FAMOUS for Season Finale Photo Oscar Winner Jamie Foxx Returns to Showtime's WHITE FAMOUS for Season Finale
by Caryn Robbins - December 05, 2017

Academy Award winner and executive producer Jamie Foxx, who played an over-the-top, satirized version of himself in the pilot episode of WHITE FAMOUS, will reprise his role for the series' season one finale airing this Sunday, December 10...


Free Digital-Only Network CW Seed Announces Titles Available for Streaming
by Caryn Robbins - June 05, 2017

CW Seed is a free digital-only network streaming dozens of shows and over 500 hours of comedy, drama and animation, all without a login or cable subscription. Viewers can binge entire series, re-watch their favorite episodes or get a quick laugh from one of our award-winning originals....


Gigi Hadid & Jay Pharoah to Host 2016 AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS
by Caryn Robbins - November 04, 2016

dick clark productions and ABC announced today that international supermodel Gigi Hadid and actor/comedian Jay Pharoah will co-host the 2016 AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS....


Showtime Orders WHITE FAMOUS Pilot from Jamie Foxx & Tom Kapinos
by Tyler Peterson - June 01, 2016

 SHOWTIME has given a pilot order to WHITE FAMOUS, a half-hour comedy executive produced by Academy Award® winner Jamie Foxx and Tom Kapinos. ...


Road Theatre Company presents Reading of A GOOD DAY DAY AT AUSCHWITZ Photo Road Theatre Company presents Reading of A GOOD DAY DAY AT AUSCHWITZ
by A.A. Cristi - November 13, 2017

THE ROAD THEATRE COMPANY and Taylor Gilbert, Founder/Artistic Director together with Sam Anderson, Artistic Director, produced by Ann Hearn and Carlyle King present a fundraiser for One Night Only to benefit the Road Theatre....


WOB Launches 'Famous in Frederick'
by Kelsey Denette - August 30, 2012

The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre & Children's Theatre has launched www.famousinfrederick.com. The new site will include a collection of photographs of Way Off Broadway performers, associates, and guests as they travel the globe. Some on national tours, others simply visiting fun locations while o...


Lionsgate UK Strikes First Look Deal with Bonafide Films to Provide Projects for Worldwide Distribution
by Caryn Robbins - January 31, 2017

Continuing to ramp up its television operations, diversified filmed entertainment company Lionsgate UK announced today that it has entered into a first look deal with UK production outfit Bonafide Films to provide projects for world-wide distribution....


VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Lin-Manuel Miranda Guests in New Musical Web Series BARTLETT Photo VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Lin-Manuel Miranda Guests in New Musical Web Series BARTLETT
by Caryn Robbins - January 09, 2018

The six part original features a talented ensemble including Tony winner and HAMILGON star Lin-Manuel Miranda, Utkarsh Ambudkar ( White Famous, Freestyle Love Supreme, The Mindy Project ), Don Reed( The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, 'A Different World') and newcomer Eirinie Carson....


Oscar Winner Jamie Foxx Returns to Showtime's WHITE FAMOUS for Season Finale Photo Oscar Winner Jamie Foxx Returns to Showtime's WHITE FAMOUS for Season Finale
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2017

Academy Award winner and executive producer Jamie Foxx, who played an over-the-top, satirized version of himself in the pilot episode of WHITE FAMOUS, will reprise his role for the series' season one finale airing this Sunday, December 10...


Gigi Hadid & Jay Pharoah to Host 2016 AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS
by Caryn Robbins - November 04, 2016

dick clark productions and ABC announced today that international supermodel Gigi Hadid and actor/comedian Jay Pharoah will co-host the 2016 AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS....


Dhani Harrison Releases New Album 'In///Parallel' Photo Dhani Harrison Releases New Album 'In///Parallel'
by Caryn Robbins - October 06, 2017

Grammy Award winning musician Dhani Harrison's new album IN///PARALLEL is available today through BMG Records....







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