President Obama Calls Ryan Murphy, Says He Was 'Moved' by THE NORMAL HEART
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2014 According to Deadline, President Barack Obama called Ryan Murphy today to congratulate him on his adaptation of Larry Kramer's The Normal Heart for HBO....
Comedy Central to Air Bill Cosby Concert Special FAR FROM FINISHED, 11/24
by Tyler Peterson - July 12, 2013 Bill Cosby's first television concert special in 30 years, 'Far From Finished,' will air on COMEDY CENTRAL November 24, 2013. Robert Townsend directed the show, which will be compiled from material that Cosby performed at the Cerritos Performing Arts Center earlier this summer....
STAGE TUBE: Stephen Sondheim Talks SWEENEY, Songwriting & More on PBS NEWSHOUR WEEKEND
by Tyler Peterson - September 08, 2013 Master composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim appeared on this evening's new edition of PBS NEWSHOUR WEEKEND. Sondheim's interview with PBS' chief correspondent for arts, culture, and society Jeffrey Brown, featured his thoughts on SWEENEY TODD, songwriting, and a BroadwayWorld mention! Check out hi...
Kennedy Center Honors Selection Process Under Review After Group Says Latinos Excluded
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2013 According to the Associated Press, The Kennedy Center's process for selecting the Kennedy Center Honors is under review after the National Hispanic Foundation for the Arts said in September that Latinos have long been excluded....
CBS's KENNEDY CENTER HONORS Is Ratings Winner in Key Demos
by Caryn Robbins - December 27, 2012 Led by THE 35th ANNUAL KENNEDY CENTER HONORS, CBS won Wednesday night across the board in key demographics, according to Nielsen preliminary live plus same day ratings for Dec. 26....
PBS's Great Performances to Showcase Paul Taylor Dance Company in Paris, 5/3
by Caryn Robbins - March 20, 2013 Paul Taylor is the last living member of the pantheon that created America's indigenous art of modern dance. At an age when most artists' best work is behind them, Taylor continues to win acclaim for the vibrancy, relevance and power of his recent dances as well as his classics....
Bill Cosby Coming to Van Wezel, 3/16
by Tyler Peterson - March 05, 2014 One of America's most beloved comedians of all time, Bill Cosby will be at the Van Wezel for two shows on March 16, 2014 at 3PM and 7PM....
Diana Ross Comes to the Van Wezel in September
by Kelsey Denette - May 06, 2013 Diana Ross has had a profound influence on American popular culture and has become an icon in the entertainment industry. She will return to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on September 11, 2013. She is an Academy Award nominated actress for her unforgettable role as Billie Holiday in Lady Sings...
Diana Ross Joins Saenger Theatre's Grand Opening Lineup, to Perform 10/30
by Tyler Peterson - June 18, 2013 The Saenger Theatre adds even more star power to its grand opening celebration with music legend Diana Ross performing Wednesday, Oct. 30, at 8 p.m....
VIDEO: Billy Crystal Talks Jewish New Year on LETTERMAN
by Caryn Robbins - September 13, 2013 Comedian Billy Crystal stopped by this week's LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN last week to 'kvell' about his adorable grandchildren. He then explained that the Jewish New Year is really nothing to celebrate over. Watch the appearance below!...
Stevie Wonder to Join Next Cast of DANCING WITH THE STARS
by Caryn Robbins - April 24, 2013 The Grammy award winner was so inspired from his participation on the show that he revealed in a segment which aired on last night's Results Show that he plans to return next season as a contestant!...
STAGE TUBE: Barbra Streisand Meets with Make-A-Wish Children in Israel
by Nicole Rosky - June 21, 2013 Legendary star of stage and screen, Barbra Streisand was in Israel to accept an honorary doctor of philosophy degree from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem earler this week. While she was there she made dreams come true by meeting with Make-a-wish children- check out highlights from the event below...
Sondheim, Lloyd Webber to Team on Next James Bond Theme Song?
by Caryn Robbins - May 14, 2014 Michael Riedel reports that music legends Stephen Sondheim and Andrew Lloyd Webber would 'like to take a stab' at writing a song together...
CBS's THE GOOD WIFE to Feature Music from Bruce Springsteen's New Album 'High Hopes'
by Caryn Robbins - January 02, 2014 A special preview for the following week's episode will feature music from the forthcoming album and will prompt viewers to visit CBS.com/Springsteen to listen to the new album in its entirety on the site....
PBS's Great Performances Showcases Paul Taylor Dance Company in Paris Tonight
by TV News Desk - May 03, 2013 Paul Taylor is the last living member of the pantheon that created America's indigenous art of modern dance. At an age when most artists' best work is behind them, Taylor continues to win acclaim for the vibrancy, relevance and power of his recent dances as well as his classics....
Broadway & Hollywood Legend Ruby Dee Dies at 91
by Caryn Robbins - June 12, 2014 Legendary actresses of stage and screen, Ruby Dee died Wednesday night, June 11th at the age of 91...
ABC's HARRY POTTER Movie Outdelivers CBS's 'Kennedy Center Honors'
by Caryn Robbins - December 30, 2013 ABC's rebroadcast of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone improved its 3-hour time slot by double digits...
VIDEO: Garth Brooks Talks Upcoming Tour, Kennedy Center Honors & More on THE TALK
by Caryn Robbins - December 10, 2013 Country music superstar Garth Brooks stopped by THE TALK on CBS and discussed Kiss as a musical influence, details about his upcoming world tour and more. L...
Andrew Lloyd Webber Talks Theatre Restoration on FRONT ROW
by Nicole Rosky - May 16, 2013 Andrew Lloyd Webber recently discussed the new restoration of the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, one of London's oldest theatres on BBC Radio's Front Row. In the interview, he reflects on the importance of London's historical theatres, how an interview on Front Row led to his next musical, and why he doe...
CBS Has All Top 10 Non-Sports Programming During Holiday Week
by Caryn Robbins - January 03, 2013 With mainly encores of its scripted series, CBS had all of the week's top 10 non-sports programming and overall had 13 of the top 20 broadcasts while finishing a competitive second to sports-driven competition, according to Nielsen live plus same day ratings for the holiday week ending Dec. 30....
VIDEO: Barbra Streisand Performs AULD LANG SYNE
by Caryn Robbins - December 31, 2012 Below, ring in 2013 with legendary singer and actress Barbra Streisand as she performs the classic New Year's Eve tune 'Auld Lang Syne' from her 1999 concert!...
Broadway & Hollywood Legend Ruby Dee Dies at 91
by Caryn Robbins - June 12, 2014 Legendary actresses of stage and screen, Ruby Dee died Wednesday night, June 11th at the age of 91...
Stevie Wonder to Join Next Cast of DANCING WITH THE STARS
by Caryn Robbins - April 24, 2013 The Grammy award winner was so inspired from his participation on the show that he revealed in a segment which aired on last night's Results Show that he plans to return next season as a contestant!... |