Survey of 91 Performing Arts Organizations in Chicago Reveals 44% Still Uncertain About Return To In-person Performances
by A.A. Cristi - October 25, 2021 The Chicago-based Gaylord and Dorothy Donnelley Foundation (the Foundation)—an organization that offers unrestricted grants to 175 small arts organizations in Chicago with budgets under $1 million—recently surveyed 91 of its performing arts grantees to garner insights on the obstacles preventing org...
Gregory Nabours, Garrett Clayton, and Michael Thomas Grant Will Lead (mostly)musicals' HIGH TIME at Feinstein's at Vitello's
by Stephi Wild - April 05, 2022 Get ready to get LIT with music director Gregory Nabours and a HIGH-flying lineup of SMOKING hot talent on Wednesday 4.20.22 at Feinstein's at Vitello's!...
THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN, COMPANY & More Nominated for 33rd Annual GLAAD Media Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 19, 2022 GLAAD, the world's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization, today announced the nominees for the 33rd Annual GLAAD Media Awards. RuPaul's Drag Race Season 13 finalist Gottmik announced nominees in select GLAAD Media Awards categories live via GLAAD’...
BWW Review: THE AGITATORS: Susan B. Anthony & Frederick Douglass at The Forum Theatre
by Paula Makar - May 26, 2021 This is the first time I’ve sat in a theatre since COVID19 took that privilege away in March 2020. It felt weird and wonderful all at the same time. Masks are optional at the Forum Theatre. Patrons I chatted with in the lobby were thrilled to finally get out and are feeling confident enough to spend...
CRAZY WOKE ASIANS Comedy Tour Comes to Laugh Factory San Diego August 18
by A.A. Cristi - August 02, 2021 CRAZY WOKE ASIANS, the always sold out comedy show featuring the funniest Asian American comedians in Southern California is coming to San Diego for ONE NIGHT ONLY on August 18th, 2021 at Laugh Factory San Diego (Gaslamp District). ...
CRUEL INTENTIONS Announces Virtual Cast Watch Party with Janel Parrish & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 10, 2022 On-demand streaming access to CRUEL INTENTIONS: THE ‘90S MUSICAL, LIVE IN CONCERT has been extended by three weeks due to popular demand. There will be a virtual cast watch party on Sunday, January 16, at 8PM ET, offering fans the opportunity to interact with the cast and creatives, including star J...
VIDEO: Ministry Unleashes New DIY Video For Single 'Believe Me'
by Michael Major - January 27, 2022 Just weeks after Ministry’s latest album Moral Hygiene was added to many “best of 2021” year-end lists, including Loudwire, Consequence Of Sound, Punk News and XS Rock, Al Jourgensen and co. are sharing the latest taste of the record with the new track “Believe Me” alongside a warped psychedelic vid...
VIDEO: Kristin Chenoweth Shares First Look at Disney Christmas Concert Special
by Michael Major - December 21, 2021 Derek and Julianne Hough will host the upcoming holiday special from Walt Disney World Resort. The Houghs will also perform 'Santa Claus is Comin' to Town'. Kristin Chenoweth will sing 'Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas' and Darren Criss will perform 'Christmas Dance'. Watch Chenoweth tease her...
MOULIN ROUGE! Resumes West End Performances and Reschedules Opening Night
by Stephi Wild - December 13, 2021 Performances of Moulin Rouge! The Musical will resume this evening at the Piccadilly Theatre with a new official Opening Night set for Sunday 9 January 2022....
Australian Alt-Pop Artist Chymes Releases Debut EP 'Hell & Divine'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 27, 2021 With an ever-growing fan base across the globe following a tweet from BTS star Jungkook, Chymes has been streamed over 9 million times across Apple and Spotify. Her previous releases, 'Euphoria' and 'Sleepless,' have been featured in numerous Spotify editorial playlists....
West End Vet Liisi LaFontaine Joins Freeform's GOOD TROUBLE
by Nicole Rosky - July 12, 2021 BroadwayWorld has just learned that Liisi LaFontaine will be seen recurring, season long, in ABC Freeform’s ‘Good Trouble’. She will be playing TAYNA who is in a polyamorous relationship and discusses her lifestyle openly....
The Den Theatre Presents Comedian River Butcher In March
by Stephi Wild - February 15, 2022 The Den Theatre will present comedian River Butcher for two stand-up performances on Friday, March 11, 2022 at 7 pm & 9:15 pm on The Heath Mainstage, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave....
Chandra Wilson and Greg Berlanti Join The Actors Fund Board of Trustees; Brian Stokes Mitchell Reelected as Chairman
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 10, 2021 The Actors Fund has welcomed two new members to the Board of Trustees and reelected Brian Stokes Mitchell as Chairman. Two new trustees were approved at the annual meeting: Greg Berlanti, the WGA, DGA and Golden Globe-nominated writer, director and producer; and Chandra Wilson, the award-winning the...
I M U R Announce Third Album & Share 'Case of You' Single
by Sarah Jae Leiber - March 25, 2021 The unsigned band, who serves a mix pop, electro-pop and R&B, is once again bringing their music to the world their way as they continue to 'tackle unconventional sexuality and timeless R&B grooves,' as Noisey puts it....
Ariana DeBose, Kristin Chenoweth & More Announced for Disney Holiday Specials
by Michael Major - November 19, 2021 Derek Hough, Julianne Hough and Ariana DeBose will serve as hosts for “The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration.” The special will also feature performances from Kristin Chenoweth, Darren Criss, Sebastián Yatra, Gwen Stefani, and more. The Houghs, Chenoweth, and Criss will also ret...
Chandra Wilson and Greg Berlanti Join The Actors Fund Board of Trustees; Brian Stokes Mitchell Reelected as Chairman
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 10, 2021 The Actors Fund has welcomed two new members to the Board of Trustees and reelected Brian Stokes Mitchell as Chairman. Two new trustees were approved at the annual meeting: Greg Berlanti, the WGA, DGA and Golden Globe-nominated writer, director and producer; and Chandra Wilson, the award-winning the...
Australian Alt-Pop Artist CHYMES Announces New EP 'Karma'
by Michael Major - February 11, 2022 With an ever-growing fan base across the globe following a tweet from BTS star Jungkook, Chymes has been streamed over 30 million times. Her previous releases, 'Euphoria' and 'Sleepless,' have been featured in Spotify's playlists, including “New Pop Revolution,” and earlier tracks 'Dreaming' and 'Wi...
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for Docuseries THE ME YOU CAN'T SEE
by Sarah Leiber - May 17, 2021 From co-creators and executive producers Oprah Winfrey and Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex, the series offers a glimpse into the diverse stories of mental health and emotional well-being....
France's Anoraak Delivers A Slice of Disco/Lounge in 'Karma'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 28, 2021 A follow-up to his disco-fueled 4-track Gang EP, Karma is slated for release on June 18th via Anoraak's imprint Endless Summer. “Karma” is available now across all platforms. ...
NYC Public School Film Festival Adds New Feature: Student Filmmakers Interview Industry Pros On-Camera
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 10, 2021 The Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment and NYC Department of Education announced today that DOE student filmmakers will conduct on-camera interviews with leading film industry professionals. These interviews will be available online following the 3rd Annual New York City Public School Film Fe...
L'FREAQ Shares New Video for Battle Cry Title Track 'Showgirl'
by TV News Desk - August 11, 2021 Having recently performed for Backline's 'Set Break' live stream alongside Alanis Morissette, Tom Morello, Ben Folds, Sara Bareilles and more to raise funds and awareness for mental health services to be distributed to music industry for free, L'FREAQ has been a champion for her community....
CRAZY WOKE ASIANS Celebrates the Lunar New Year Of The Tiger at Hollywood Improv in February
by Stephi Wild - January 25, 2022 Celebrate Lunar New Year with CRAZY WOKE ASIANS, the always sold out stand up comedy show featuring the funniest Asian American comedians is coming to Hollywood Improv! This is a fundraiser for Asian Americans Advancing Justice Los Angeles. Sponsored by VQS Studios. Lion dance performance by Three ...
HAMILTON, MA RAINEY'S BLACK BOTTOM, Debbie Allen, Viola Davis and More Nominated for 52nd NAACP Image Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 02, 2021 The full-list of nominees for the 52nd NAACP Image Awards were announced today in a special virtual event on NAACP Image Awards’ Instagram channel hosted by Tony-award winning actress and singer Anika Noni-Rose, actress and singer Chloe Bailey, actress Erika Alexander, actor, dancer, and choreograph...
THE NAKED TRUTH: AN AMERICAN STORY IN WHITE, RED AND BLUE Exhibit Previews In Memphis
by A.A. Cristi - July 14, 2021 Ahead of the university exhibition opening late August, the artist will hold an upcoming preview exhibition, an artist-led talk and private tour on Saturday July 24 at Urevbu Contemporary....
52nd NAACP Image Awards Nominations to Be Announced by Anika Noni-Rose, Chloe Bailey & More February 2nd on Instagram
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 29, 2021 On Tuesday, Feb 2nd at 10:00 am PT / 1:00pm ET, the nominees for this year’s 52nd NAACP Image Awards will be announced virtually on the NAACP Image Awards’ Instagram. Tony-award winning actress and singer Anika Noni-Rose (Jingle Jangle, Power), actress and singer Chloe Bailey (Grown-ish and Chloe x ... |