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Two women seek an escape from an ominous fog. 1960s soul group Claude and The Boppers perform their hit song "Ice Cream Shop." A world-renowned author and "philosophizer" promotes her latest masterclass. Maya's confession in a support group gets a less-than-supportive response. Trinity, the Invisible Spy, meets a formidable adversary. Drea confronts a mysterious woman stealing her dance moves at a club. Fun and games lead to tension, as Robin, Ashley, Quinta and Gabrielle are stuck in a house after an end-of-the-world event.

Video: Dusty Attempts to Direct School Play in New Clip From THE BIG DOOR PRIZE Photo Video: Dusty Attempts to Direct School Play in New Clip From THE BIG DOOR PRIZE
by Josh Sharpe - May 16, 2024

Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from episode seven of season two of “The Big Door Prize.” On her first date with Freya, Izzy has an awkward run-in with Cass. Dusty volunteers to direct the school play. Watch the clip here!...


VIDEO: First Look at THE GILDED AGE Season Two & More In New HBO Max 2023 Promo Photo VIDEO: First Look at THE GILDED AGE Season Two & More In New HBO Max 2023 Promo
by Michael Major - December 22, 2022

The spot also features returning favorites including HBO Original drama series Succession, Perry Mason, The Gilded Age The Righteous Gemstones, and Curb Your Enthusiasm. Returning Max Originals highlighted in the spot include Emmy-winning comedy Hacks, And Just Like That…, and more. Watch the new pr...


H.E.R. to Produce and Star in Majorettes Film From Oprah Winfrey and 20th Century Stu Photo H.E.R. to Produce and Star in Majorettes Film From Oprah Winfrey and 20th Century Studios
by Josh Sharpe - April 25, 2024

According to reports, the artist H. E. R. will be working with Oprah Winfrey on a new project about a young ballet dancer in Atlanta. The film will mark her second collaboration with Winfrey, following her role in 2023's The Color Purple, where she played the character of Squeak. Winfrey will produc...


Photos: Behind the Scenes of the Artios Awards with Danielle Pinnock Photo Photos: Behind the Scenes of the Artios Awards with Danielle Pinnock
by Michael Major - March 24, 2022

Danielle Pinnock, breakout star of CBS's hit comedy 'Ghosts', hosted the 37th Annual Artios Awards this week, honoring excellence in casting for film, TV and theater, presented by the Casting Society. Danielle Pinnock stars as a series regular on CBS's new comedy series, Ghosts. Check out exclusive ...


ADG Announces Nominations for 26th Annual ADG Awards Photo ADG Announces Nominations for 26th Annual ADG Awards
by Michael Major - January 24, 2022

West Side Story and The Tragedy of Macbeth were nominated for Best Period Feature Film. In the Heights was nominated for Best Contemporary Feature Film. Encanto was nominated for Best Animated Feature Film. Only Murders in the Building and Schmigadoon! were nominated for Best Half Hour Single-Camera...


MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, INTO THE WOODS, And More Win 2024 Artios Awards for Casting Photo MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, INTO THE WOODS, And More Win 2024 Artios Awards for Casting
by A.A. Cristi - March 08, 2024

Winners have been announced for the Casting Society 39th Artios Awards!...


HBO Renews Sketch Comedy Series A BLACK LADY SKETCH SHOW For A Fourth Season Photo HBO Renews Sketch Comedy Series A BLACK LADY SKETCH SHOW For A Fourth Season
by Michael Major - June 02, 2022

The narrative sketch comedy series features a core cast of Black women living relatable, hilarious experiences in a magical reality that subverts traditional expectations.The series stars Robin Thede, Gabrielle Dennis, Ashley Nicole Black and Skye Townsend. ...


Winners Announced at Property Masters Guild Inaugural MacGuffin Awards Photo Winners Announced at Property Masters Guild Inaugural MacGuffin Awards
by Blair Ingenthron - September 15, 2024

The Property Masters Guild (PMG) have announced the winners of the inaugural PMG MacGuffin Awards, the only awards show to celebrate the significant artistic achievements of Property Masters....


Amber Ruffin to Host COUNTDOWN TO MACY'S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE Photo Amber Ruffin to Host COUNTDOWN TO MACY'S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE
by Michael Major - November 17, 2023

Viewers will enjoy an all-access look at the Macy’s Parade Studio to discover exactly what it takes to create the famous floats and balloons prior to their journey through the streets of New York. For the second year in a row, the special will be hosted by Emmy, Tony and WGA Award nominee Amber Ruf...


FRIDAY NIGHT VIBES Returns With New Hosts Nina Parker And Kevin Fredericks in January Photo FRIDAY NIGHT VIBES Returns With New Hosts Nina Parker And Kevin Fredericks in January
by Michael Major - December 14, 2023

Featuring new hosts, Emmy-nominated entertainment journalist Nina Parker and comedian Kevin Fredericks, the revival of the weekend movie destination will kick off with a double-feature celebration of two Oscar-winning cultural milestones in film: “Black Panther” starring Chadwick Boseman, and “King ...


Dramatists Guild Foundation Will Honor Tom Kitt and Mindy Rich at Annual Gala Photo Dramatists Guild Foundation Will Honor Tom Kitt and Mindy Rich at Annual Gala
by Stephi Wild - August 29, 2024

Dramatists Guild Foundation has announced that it will honor orchestrator, and arranger Tom Kitt, the Tony, Emmy, Grammy, and Pulitzer Prize Award-winning Composer, Orchestrator, and Arranger; and producer Mindy Rich, Chairman at Rich Holdings Inc., Executive Chair at Rich Entertainment Group (REG),...


Nominees Announced For The 26th Costume Designers Guild Awards Photo Nominees Announced For The 26th Costume Designers Guild Awards
by Michael Major - January 04, 2024

The Costume Designers Guild announces the nominees for the 26th CDGA (Costume Designers Guild Awards). The event will celebrate excellence in film, television, short form costume design, and costume illustration. Check out the full list of nominations now!...


KevOnStage And That Chick Angel Bring HERE'S THE THING Tour To The Martin Marietta Ce Photo KevOnStage And That Chick Angel Bring HERE'S THE THING Tour To The Martin Marietta Center For The Performing Arts In March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 31, 2023

KevOnStage and That Chick Angel are bringing their 'Here's The Thing' tour to the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts in March. Join them for a hilarious live version of their podcast, filled with music, comedy, and utter hilarity. ...


HBO/HBO Max Receive 140 Emmy Nominations Photo HBO/HBO Max Receive 140 Emmy Nominations
by Michael Major - July 12, 2022

HBO/HBO Max earned the most nominations for a single network or platform this year, marking the 20th time in history that the HBO brand has received the most Primetime Emmy® nominations of any network/platform in a single year. This bests HBO’s previous record of 137 nominations in 2019....


Lynn Nottage and Leonard Majzlin Will Be Honored At DGF Gala Hosted By Amber Ruffin Photo Lynn Nottage and Leonard Majzlin Will Be Honored At DGF Gala Hosted By Amber Ruffin
by Stephi Wild - August 31, 2023

Dramatists Guild Foundation has announced that Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Lynn Nottage and Media Producer, Educator and Philanthropist Leonard Majzlin will be honored for their creative contributions, educational mentorship, and continued dedication to the American theater at the organization...


Sheryl Lee Ralph, Amanda Seyfried & More Win 2022 Emmy Awards - See the Full List of Photo Sheryl Lee Ralph, Amanda Seyfried & More Win 2022 Emmy Awards - See the Full List of Winners!
by Michael Major - September 12, 2022

Kenan Thompson hosted the 2022 Primetime Emmy Awards on September 12 on NBC. Notable winners included Sheryl Lee Ralph, Jean Smart, Zendaya, Amanda Seyfried, Murray Bartlett, The White Lotus, Succession, and more. Check out the complete list of winners below!...


THE AMBER RUFFIN SHOW Sets Season Three Return to Peacock Photo THE AMBER RUFFIN SHOW Sets Season Three Return to Peacock
by Michael Major - September 14, 2022

Peacock’s THE AMBER RUFFIN SHOW is back for a third season this Fall with a five-episode order. She is currently co-writing the Broadway musical “Some Like it Hot,” which will begin performances this November. Watch a new announcement video from Amber Ruffin now! Guests for the new season will be an...


Ariana DeBose, George Takei & More to Present at Writer's Guild Awards Photo Ariana DeBose, George Takei & More to Present at Writer's Guild Awards
by Michael Major - March 15, 2022

Hugh Fink is the Executive Producer of the 2022 Writers Guild Awards. The ceremony is co-produced by Joselyn Allen and Kelly Brock. Head writers are Ann Cohen and Joe O’Brien. Additional writers include Timothy Cooper, Bonnie Datt, Hugh Fink, Don Hooper, Danielle Koenig, Ed Lee, and Bill Scheft. Hos...


Max Receives 31 Primetime Emmy Awards, The Most Of Any Network Or Platform, Across 11 Photo Max Receives 31 Primetime Emmy Awards, The Most Of Any Network Or Platform, Across 11 HBO Original Series
by Michael Major - January 16, 2024

HBO Originals swept the drama categories (Outstanding Drama Series, Lead Actor/Actress, Supporting Actor/Actress, Guest Actor/Actress, Directing, Writing, Casting, and Picture Editing) with “Succession,” “The Last of Us,” and “The White Lotus,” with “Succession” scoring top awards for its final seas...


HBO's SUCCESSION and Prime Video's THE BOYS Lead the 2024 Hollywood Creative Alliance Photo HBO's SUCCESSION and Prime Video's THE BOYS Lead the 2024 Hollywood Creative Alliance Astra TV Awards
by Michael Major - January 09, 2024

HBO'S “Succession” took home the most awards of the evening for broadcast & network TV with five wins including Best Cable Drama Series, Best Actress in a Broadcast Network or Cable Drama Series, Best Supporting Actor in a Broadcast Network or Cable Drama Series. Best Writing in a Broadcast Network ...


ADG Announces Nominations for 26th Annual ADG Awards Photo ADG Announces Nominations for 26th Annual ADG Awards
by Michael Major - January 24, 2022

West Side Story and The Tragedy of Macbeth were nominated for Best Period Feature Film. In the Heights was nominated for Best Contemporary Feature Film. Encanto was nominated for Best Animated Feature Film. Only Murders in the Building and Schmigadoon! were nominated for Best Half Hour Single-Camera...


Second City Alums Ashley Nicole Black, Eddie Mujica & More Reunite On Upcoming Album Photo Second City Alums Ashley Nicole Black, Eddie Mujica & More Reunite On Upcoming Album
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 13, 2023

Former Second City Music Director Tara Trudel is bursting onto the family music scene with her debut album, Fractured: Fairy Tales Remixed. ...


John Oliver to Guest on THE AMBER RUFFIN SHOW Season Finale Photo John Oliver to Guest on THE AMBER RUFFIN SHOW Season Finale
by Michael Major - December 12, 2022

THE AMBER RUFFIN SHOW showcases Amber’s signature smart and silly take on the week's news. No matter what's happening in the world, Amber responds to it with a charming mix of honesty, nonsense, and bowties. THE AMBER RUFFIN SHOW is a topical late-night show with just the good parts – the comedy & t...


Angela Bassett to be Honored at 10th Annual MUAHS Awards Photo Angela Bassett to be Honored at 10th Annual MUAHS Awards
by Michael Major - January 17, 2023

ANGELA BASSETT is an actress, director, and executive producer known for captivating, emotionally tinged performances full of dignity in treasured films such as Waiting To Exhale, How Stella Got Her Groove Back, and the Tina Turner biopic What’s Love Got To Do With It, for which she received an Acad...


Christian Borle, J. Harrison Ghee, and More to Lead SOME LIKE IT HOT on Broadway! Photo Christian Borle, J. Harrison Ghee, and More to Lead SOME LIKE IT HOT on Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - April 20, 2022

The classic comedy Some Like It Hot will begin performances on Broadway this fall! It was announced today that the new musical will begin performances on Tuesday, November 1 and officially open Sunday, December 11 at  the Shubert Theatre (225 West 44th Street).  Find out who's in the cast and on the...






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