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Who is Backstrom? A despicable, alcoholic, lazy, yet brilliant detective. BACKSTROM is coming soon to FOX. The Portland detective returns to the job five years after being exiled for his offensive behavior. Based on Swedish criminologist and novelist Leif G.W. Persson



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Rainn Wilson to Emcee Steppenwolf Gala; Chris Rock Guest Auctioneer Photo Rainn Wilson to Emcee Steppenwolf Gala; Chris Rock Guest Auctioneer
by Julie Musbach - March 14, 2018

Steppenwolf Theatre Company celebrates 42 seasons of innovative ensemble theatre with an evening of celebration emceed by actor Rainn Wilson, who will be starring in The Doppelganger (an international farce) at Steppenwolf this spring and is well-known for his role as "Dwight Schrute" on NBC's award...


Photo Flash: Starz Debuts First Images of THE ROOK Photo Photo Flash: Starz Debuts First Images of THE ROOK
by Kaitlin Milligan - April 08, 2019

Ahead of STARZ's highly anticipated world premiere of 'The Rook' at the CanneSeries Television Festival, the network released the first images from the show featuring Emma Greenwell as 'Myfanwy Thomas,' Joely Richardson as 'Linda Farrier' and Olivia Munn as 'Monica Reed'....


Goodman Theatre to Present Seven Readings of New Works By Goodman Playwrights Unit Me Photo Goodman Theatre to Present Seven Readings of New Works By Goodman Playwrights Unit Members
by A.A. Cristi - September 14, 2021

Goodman Theatre's commitment to new work and emerging artists continues as dates are set for in-person readings of seven new works produced by Playwrights Unit members from the 2019/2020 and 2020/2021 cohorts. ...


Sideshow Theatre Company Announces All-Digital 2021 Season Photo Sideshow Theatre Company Announces All-Digital 2021 Season
by A.A. Cristi - February 09, 2021

Sideshow Theatre Company has announced its 2021 Season, featuring an all-virtual line-up of entertainment. ...


Cast Announced For YOU'RE A GOOD MAN CHARLIE BROWN Next Month at Sierra Madre Playhou Photo Cast Announced For YOU'RE A GOOD MAN CHARLIE BROWN Next Month at Sierra Madre Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - June 12, 2021

Charlie Brown and the entire Peanuts gang explore life's great questions as they play baseball, struggle with homework, sing songs, swoon over their crushes, and celebrate the joy of friendship....


Centerstage Theatre Presents THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES Photo Centerstage Theatre Presents THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES
by A.A. Cristi - September 11, 2019

Centerstage Theatre is launching into a season of Mischief, Merriment, and Mayhem, starting with the World's Greatest Detective, Sherlock Holmes. Aided by his courageous and loyal friend Dr. John Watson, Holmes takes on one of his most challenging cases in SIR ARTHUR CONAN DOYLE'S THE HOUND OF THE B...


BWW Review: MSMT's PIANO MEN Offers a Thrilling Hit Parade of Billy Joel and Elton Jo Photo BWW Review: MSMT's PIANO MEN Offers a Thrilling Hit Parade of Billy Joel and Elton John Classics
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - August 15, 2021

In its first season after the pandemic, MSMT has offered many noteworthy moments of memory, but perhaps few as thrilling as this tribute concert to two of the greatest names in popular music of the late 20th century: Billy Joel and Elton John. In a spectacular musical evening that focuses largely o...


New Adaptation Of LITTLE WOMEN Opens In October At Sierra Madre Playhouse Photo New Adaptation Of LITTLE WOMEN Opens In October At Sierra Madre Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - September 05, 2019

Christian Lebano has written his own stage adaptation of Little Women specifically for this production. It combines a cast of established professionals in the adult roles, with emerging young performing artists from California School of the Arts - San Gabriel Valley in the roles of the March Sisters...


Rainn Wilson to Lead Cast of Steppenwolf's THE DOPPELGANGER Photo Rainn Wilson to Lead Cast of Steppenwolf's THE DOPPELGANGER
by Julie Musbach - January 24, 2018

Iconic star of The Office actor and comedian Rainn Wilson will return to the stage in Steppenwolf Theatre Company's production ofThe Doppelg nger (An International Farce). Wilson leads the cast as Thomas Irdley/Jimmy in the world premiere production....


BWW Review: Inclusivity raises up a roaring production of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Photo BWW Review: Inclusivity raises up a roaring production of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
by Isabella Perrone - October 07, 2019

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, produced by Hart House theatre and directed by Jennifer Walls, takes everything fans love about the cult classic musical and film and brings it to glorious, vulgar life on stage. The beloved story opens on the recently engaged Brad (William Mackenzie) and Janet (Katie Miller)...


Dustbowl Revival Headlines Brighter Sun Benefit Concert at El Rey Theatre Photo Dustbowl Revival Headlines Brighter Sun Benefit Concert at El Rey Theatre
by Julie Musbach - February 16, 2018

The Michael Bonanomi Foundation is excited to announce that Dustbowl Revival will headline the third annual 'Brighter Sun' benefit concert at El Rey on Saturday, March 10 at 7:30pm. Proceeds will support the Foundation's efforts to encourage children and adults to pursue their musical talent, throug...


NBC Sports Presents Game 2 of 2018 Stanley Cup Final Featuring Washington Capitals & Photo NBC Sports Presents Game 2 of 2018 Stanley Cup Final Featuring Washington Capitals & Vegas Golden Knights
by Tori Hartshorn - May 29, 2018

NBC Sports' exclusive coverage of the Stanley Cup Final continues Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET on NBCSN, as Marc-Andre Fleury and the expansion Vegas Golden Knights host Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals for Game 2. The Golden Knights defeated the Capitals, 6-4, in the series opener on Monday nigh...


Check Out Game 7 Capitals Vs. Lightning Tonight At 8 On NBCSN Photo Check Out Game 7 Capitals Vs. Lightning Tonight At 8 On NBCSN
by Tori Hartshorn - May 23, 2018

For the fourth consecutive season, the Eastern Conference Final will be decided in a winner-take-all Game 7 tonight at 8 p.m. ET on NBCSN, as Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals look to clinch a berth in the Stanley Cup Final for the first time since 1998, while Steven Stamkos and the Tampa Ba...


Chicago Writer Regina Victor Announced as Keynote Speaker of American Stage's Lift Ev Photo Chicago Writer Regina Victor Announced as Keynote Speaker of American Stage's Lift Every Voice: New Play Festival.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 19, 2023

American Stage's Lift Every Voice: New Play Festival is a three-day celebration of theatre, new plays, and aspiring writers hosted at downtown St. Pete's James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art.  The play festival [March 3-5, 2023] will be kicked off with a keynote speaker and multidisciplinary theat...


BWW REVIEW: IMAGINE: The Beatles Music Comes to Brunswick Photo BWW REVIEW: IMAGINE: The Beatles Music Comes to Brunswick
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - July 10, 2023

“You may say I’m a dreamer,” John Lennon writes in his iconic anthem, “Imagine,” and, indeed, in 1969 when the Beatles disbanded and embarked on solo careers, each of the four would create songs that did explore new realms. Musician Joe Boucher and his band, allow themselves to re-imagine new possib...


Rainn Wilson to Lead Cast of Steppenwolf's THE DOPPELGANGER Photo Rainn Wilson to Lead Cast of Steppenwolf's THE DOPPELGANGER
by Julie Musbach - January 24, 2018

Iconic star of The Office actor and comedian Rainn Wilson will return to the stage in Steppenwolf Theatre Company's production ofThe Doppelg nger (An International Farce). Wilson leads the cast as Thomas Irdley/Jimmy in the world premiere production....


Theatre 360 Presents CHARLOTTE'S WEB, March 31 Photo Theatre 360 Presents CHARLOTTE'S WEB, March 31
by A.A. Cristi - March 21, 2023

Bring the whole family to see this classic tale of friendship! All your barnyard favorites -adorable Wilbur, wise Charlotte, sassy Templeton, and the Goose, Goose, Goose - come to life in this charming and humorous adaptation by Joseph Robinette....


California School of the Arts to Stage GAVROCHE THE MUSICAL Photo California School of the Arts to Stage GAVROCHE THE MUSICAL
by Marissa Tomeo - April 07, 2022

California School of the Arts–San Gabriel Valley’s Musical Theatre Conservatory is set to debut its new performance venue with the Southern California premiere of the new musical Gavroche. There will be three performances only at CSArts–SGV Quad Stage on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, April 7, 8, a...


The Staten Island Museum's THE FENCE SHOW Returns September 25 Photo The Staten Island Museum's THE FENCE SHOW Returns September 25
by A.A. Cristi - September 15, 2021

The 71st Annual Fence Show will be held outdoors on Saturday, September 25, from 11am – 5pm featuring original art and unique crafts by over 100 local artists and artisans. A full range of art and handmade items will be on view and for sale, include paintings, photography, ceramics, jewelry, works o...


Submissions For The 8th Annual CAPE New Writers Fellowship Open For 2019 Photo Submissions For The 8th Annual CAPE New Writers Fellowship Open For 2019
by A.A. Cristi - December 03, 2018

Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment opened submissions today for its eighth annual CAPE New Writers Fellowship (CNWF), a talent and professional development program that trains emerging writers to succeed in Hollywood. Pipeline programs like this are critical, particularly in light of this ...


Lindsey Kasabian Named Senior Vice President, Casting, Freeform Photo Lindsey Kasabian Named Senior Vice President, Casting, Freeform
by Sarah Jae Leiber - April 15, 2021

Said Kasabian, “I’ve been so impressed with Tara’s vision for Freeform, so the chance to be a part of it was incredibly exciting. There is an energy to the network of risk-taking and enthusiasm that is palpable and invigorating. I am so grateful to my longtime mentor, Sharon Klein, for this opportun...


Dustbowl Revival Headlines Brighter Sun Benefit Concert at El Rey Theatre Photo Dustbowl Revival Headlines Brighter Sun Benefit Concert at El Rey Theatre
by Julie Musbach - February 16, 2018

The Michael Bonanomi Foundation is excited to announce that Dustbowl Revival will headline the third annual 'Brighter Sun' benefit concert at El Rey on Saturday, March 10 at 7:30pm. Proceeds will support the Foundation's efforts to encourage children and adults to pursue their musical talent, throug...


Sideshow Theatre Company Welcomes Ten New Company Members Photo Sideshow Theatre Company Welcomes Ten New Company Members
by A.A. Cristi - December 15, 2021

Sideshow Theatre Company has announced the addition of ten new company members, including Ensemble Members estrellita beatriz, Adelina Feldman-Schultz, Hanna Kime, Tina Muñoz Pandya and Shariba Rivers and Artistic Associates Sam Boeck, Olivia Canaday, Sydney Charles, Micah Figueroa and Mallory Raven...


The '70s And '80s Live Again With The Classic Rock Orchestra At Husson University's G Photo The '70s And '80s Live Again With The Classic Rock Orchestra At Husson University's Gracie Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - January 19, 2023

Pull out your bell bottoms and spray your hair so it stands up high! The Classic Rock Orchestra will be performing on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. at Husson University's Gracie Theatre. ...


69th Annual Fence Show Hosts 150+ Artists At The Staten Island Museum Photo 69th Annual Fence Show Hosts 150+ Artists At The Staten Island Museum
by A.A. Cristi - September 23, 2019

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