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Bravo dives back into the dating pool with its reboot of the iconic series Blind Date. In the age of social media where preconceived notions dominate and dating apps thrive on a swipe left or right, hopeful singles looking to form a true connection – or perhaps just any connection – take the ultimate plunge when they embark on a blind date. A nod to the original format with a modernized twist to match social media trends, each half-hour episode focuses on two couples of varying ethnicity, sexual orientation and age. As each unpredictable date progresses, only time will tell if these strangers struggle to connect or find their perfect match.

Cameras follow these daters' every move and their dates range from awkward, to fun, to cringeworthy in the best way possible. Comedian Nikki Glaser guides viewers through each encounter with hilarious commentary, as various graphics, animations and ever-telling "thought bubbles" ensure that nothing goes unsaid. With nothing to rely on but first impressions, perhaps it's the adventure of the unknown for these daters that proves sometimes you're better off going in blind.

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Marcel Marceau Secrets Revealed in New Book REMEMBERING THE WORLD'S GREATEST MIME
by Caryn Robbins - September 15, 2014

Interest in Marcel Marceau, the world's greatest mime, has been reignited as the 7th anniversary of his death approaches on September 22nd. Marcel Marceau, with his alter-ego Bip, demonstrated the power of silence, enchanting audiences around the world without uttering a word....


FIRST DATE Celebrates 50th Performance with a Susan G. Komen Benefit Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2015

When FIRST DATE celebrates its 50th Chicago performance tonight, March 26 at 7:30 p.m. at the Royal George Cabaret, 1641 North Halsted, 5% of all ticket sales will benefit Susan G. Komen - Chicago....


Hilberry Theatre Company Opens ALL IN THE TIMING Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2014

From a blind date that resets at the ring of a bell to three chimpanzees writing the first draft of a Shakespearean play, there is madness for all tastes as the Hilberry Theatre Company presents All in the Timing by David Ives. This production will feature eight of Ives' one-act plays, and will be p...


VIDEO: Adam Sandler Talks BLENDED, Africa and More on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE
by TV News Desk - May 23, 2014

Adam Sandler stopped by Jimmy Kimmel Live to talk about his new movie BLENDED, much of which takes place in Africa, and explained to Jimmy how he chooses where to film his movies (location, location, location!). Watch the clip below!...


TV: Watch Two Scenes from FIRST DATE's Chicago Premiere at the Royal George
by TV - On the Road - February 10, 2015

FIRST DATE features a book by Austin Winsberg ('Gossip Girl') and Music and Lyrics by Alan Zachary and Michael Weiner (Secondhand Lions, Twice Charmed). The musical comedy is produced by Jeanne McInerney and First Date, LLC, and will be directed by J.R. Rose, with musical direction by Elizabeth Dora...


EDINBURGH 2014 - BWW Reviews: I PROMISE YOU SEX AND VIOLENCE, King's Hall, August 10 2014
by Natalie O'Donoghue - August 11, 2014

David Ireland's brutal and hilarious satire of love and hate dives into the darkest heart of the modern love story. Boy meets girl meets boy meets crippling sexual neurosis. It's not easy out there when you have no idea who you are supposed to be, no idea how to behave and everyone else seems to be ...


PS122 Announces 2015 COIL Festival Lineup
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2015

Performance Space 122's contemporary performance festival, COIL, returns for its tenth anniversary year. Known for its groundbreaking contemporary performance, this year's COIL 2015 festival spans interdisciplinary art working with new technologies and forms. Through installations, live and virtual ...


Ride On Theatre Opens THE BLIND DATE PROJECT Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2014

Andrew Carlberg, in association with Ride on Theatre, presents an immersive, all new theatrical experience, The Blind Date Project, created by Bojana Novakovic and Mark Winter and directed by Scott Rodgers (in rotation with Tanya Goldberg and Mark Winter). Coming straight from sell out seasons aroun...


PS122 Announces 2015 COIL Festival Lineup
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2014

Performance Space 122's contemporary performance festival, COIL, returns for its tenth anniversary year. Known for its groundbreaking contemporary performance, this year's COIL 2015 festival spans interdisciplinary art working with new technologies and forms. Through installations, live and virtual ...


Rover Dramawerks to Present THE CUPCAKE CONSPIRACY in January
by Tyler Peterson - December 01, 2014

Rover Dramawerks will continue their 15th Anniversary Season with the World Premiere comedy The Cupcake Conspiracy, by C.J. Ehrlich and Philip J. Kaplan. Performances will be at Rover's new theatre venue in Plano, located in Ruisseau Village at 221 W. Parker Rd, Suite 580, at the northwest corner of...


FIRST DATE Opens in Chicago Tonight
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2015

FIRST DATE features a book by Austin Winsberg ('Gossip Girl') and Music and Lyrics by Alan Zachary and Michael Weiner (Secondhand Lions, Twice Charmed). The musical comedy is produced by Jeanne McInerney and First Date, LLC, and will be directed by J.R. Rose, with musical direction by Elizabeth Dora...


Theater at PS122's 2015 COIL Festival Kicks Off 1/2
by Tyler Peterson - November 17, 2014

Performance Space 122's contemporary performance festival, COIL, returns for its tenth anniversary year. Known for its groundbreaking contemporary performance, this year's COIL 2015 festival spans interdisciplinary art working with new technologies and forms. Through installations, live and virtual ...


Marcel Marceau Secrets Revealed in New Book REMEMBERING THE WORLD'S GREATEST MIME
by Caryn Robbins - September 15, 2014

Interest in Marcel Marceau, the world's greatest mime, has been reignited as the 7th anniversary of his death approaches on September 22nd. Marcel Marceau, with his alter-ego Bip, demonstrated the power of silence, enchanting audiences around the world without uttering a word....


Chicago's FIRST DATE Offers Patrons Free Cupcakes Today
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2015

To start Valentine's weekend on a sweet note, the first 25 guests to arrive at FIRST DATE at the Royal George Cabaret, 1641 North Halsted, today, Feb. 13, will receive a delicious complimentary Raspberry Brownie Batter cupcake from popular Lincoln Park bakery Swirlz...


HBO Developing Romantic Drama Starring Patricia Clarkson
by Tyler Peterson - September 03, 2014

The untitled project will reunite Clarkson with Ruba Nadda and Alan Poul, with Nadda directing and writing the pilot. Nadda and Poul will also executive produce with Clarkson....


MuseMatch 2 Concert at 54 Below Benefits Bryce Pinkham's ZARA AINA Charity Tonight
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2014

Muse Match, an evening that seeks to answer the question, 'What happens when 15 composers go on a blind date with 15 singers?,' will be presented tonight, June 12th, 2014, at 11:30 PM at 54 Below. Produced by Bill Coyne, the evening will benefit ZARA AINA, a charity that brings theater and education...


MuseMatch 2 Concert at 54 Below Benefits Bryce Pinkham's ZARA AINA Charity Tonight
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2014

Muse Match, an evening that seeks to answer the question, 'What happens when 15 composers go on a blind date with 15 singers?,' will be presented tonight, June 12th, 2014, at 11:30 PM at 54 Below. Produced by Bill Coyne, the evening will benefit ZARA AINA, a charity that brings theater and education...


BLIND DATE, GLASS MENAGERIE, JAKE'S GIFT and More Set for Hudson Village Theatre's 2015 Summer Season
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2015

For Matthew Tiffin's inaugural season as Hudson Village Theatre's Artistic Director, he's making a 'splash' with blockbuster Canadian plays featuring some of the nation's best theatrical artists at the peak of their game. From improvised hilarity in search of true love and a home-grown musical comed...


Photo Flash: First Look at Chicago Premiere of FIRST DATE
by Christina Mancuso - February 12, 2015

FIRST DATE features a book by Austin Winsberg ('Gossip Girl') and Music and Lyrics by Alan Zachary and Michael Weiner (Secondhand Lions, Twice Charmed). The musical comedy is produced by Jeanne McInerney and First Date, LLC, and will be directed by J.R. Rose, with musical direction by Elizabeth Dora...


Charlie Lubeck & Dana Parker to Lead Chicago Premiere of FIRST DATE in 2015
by Tyler Peterson - December 15, 2014

FIRST DATE, Broadway's new musical comedy about the most dangerous human endeavor in existence, the dreaded blind date previews at the Royal George Cabaret, 1641 North Halsted, Chicago previewing on Feb. 5 and opening Feb. 12 for a limited engagement. FIRST DATE features a book by Austin Winsberg ('...


MuseMatch 2 Concert at 54 Below to Benefit Bryce Pinkham's ZARA AINA Charity, 6/12
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2014

Muse Match, an evening that seeks to answer the question, 'What happens when 15 composers go on a blind date with 15 singers?,' will be presented Thursday, June 12th, 2014, at 11:30 PM at 54 Below. Produced by Bill Coyne, the evening will benefit ZARA AINA, a charity that brings theater and educatio...


'Two Long Lives Shared' is Released
by Christina Mancuso - August 21, 2014

Big Bear City, CA...


DM Playhouse's Play Reading Series to Continue with RECENT TRAGIC EVENTS, 9/8
by Tyler Peterson - August 20, 2014

The Des Moines Community Playhouse play reading series presents Craig Wright's 'Recent Tragic Events,' at 7:00 PM, Monday, Sept. 8. The evening is free; beverages will be available for purchase....


Village Playwrights Celebrate Pride, 6/25
by Courtnie Mele - June 15, 2014

The Parade isn't the only way to Celebrate Pride. Join the Village Playwrights for readings of eight new LGBTQ themed 10 minute plays on June 25, from 8 pm to 10 pm at the LGBT Community Center, 208 W. 13th St., NYC. There's no admission and no reservations but seating is limited....


FIRST DATE to Celebrate 50th Performance with a Susan G. Komen Benefit, 3/26
by Tyler Peterson - March 23, 2015

When FIRST DATE celebrates its 50th Chicago performance on Thursday, March 26 at 7:30 p.m. at the Royal George Cabaret, 1641 North Halsted, 5% of all ticket sales will benefit Susan G. Komen - Chicago....






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