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LIFE WITH ORSON WELLES: THE MAN BEHIND THE LEGEND Docu-Series to Premiere in Berlin Photo LIFE WITH ORSON WELLES: THE MAN BEHIND THE LEGEND Docu-Series to Premiere in Berlin
by Stephi Wild - February 09, 2019

Beatrice Mori di Gerfalco Welles and writer-producer-director Dax Phelan have teamed up for a six-episode original docu-series, “Life with Orson Welles: The Man Behind the Legend.” The daughter of Orson Welles and his third wife Paola Mori, Welles is a countess from an Italian noble family that date...


JERSEY BOYS To Play At The Regent Theatre Photo JERSEY BOYS To Play At The Regent Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2019

Having opened to rave reviews at Sydney's Capitol Theatre and at QPAC in Brisbane, soon it will be Melbourne's turn to experience this exhilarating musical! JERSEY BOYS will play at the Regent Theatre from Today 23 February 2019 for a strictly limited season....


Siegfried and Roy Biopic is Coming to the Big Screen
by Stephi Wild - September 30, 2019

According to Variety, the life story of Siegfried and Roy is coming to the big screen. Michael Bully Herbig partners with UFA Fiction to direct this upcoming biopic about the world famous entertainers....


VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for BLOOMYWOOD, a New Comedy Web Series Photo VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for BLOOMYWOOD, a New Comedy Web Series
by Sarah Leiber - September 10, 2020

Michael Bloomstein wants to write his life story for a major Hollywood studio. The only problem is he’s never been to Hollywood ... his life is uneventful ... and he has no money or connections or money. ...


Michael Palin Announces 2019 UK Live Tour Photo Michael Palin Announces 2019 UK Live Tour
by Stephi Wild - January 23, 2019

To celebrate the paperback publication of Erebus: The Story of A Ship, Monty Python star and much-loved television globe-trotter Michael Palin announces a brand new one-man stage show. It will take him to 12 venues around the UK, beginning in Bournemouth on 7th June and ending in Bath on 7th July....


Joan and Jackie Collins Series Set from STAN AND OLLIE Producer Photo Joan and Jackie Collins Series Set from STAN AND OLLIE Producer
by Sarah Jae Leiber - February 20, 2019

The Hollywood Reporter says Stan and Ollie producer Fable Pictures has secured the rights to the life story of British sisters turned 1980s showbiz superstars Joan and Jackie Collins, which it will adapt into a six part series called Joan and Jackie. ...


Jeff Rector Secures Rights For Autobiography of Golf Legend Al Geiberger Photo Jeff Rector Secures Rights For Autobiography of Golf Legend Al Geiberger
by A.A. Cristi - July 30, 2020

Award-winning filmmaker and best-selling author Jeff Rector has recently secured the television, motion picture and all media rights for the life story of legendary champion golfer Al Greiberger, beginning with his forthcoming book, “Mr. 59: The Al Geiberger Story, One of Golf's Greatest Legends.” ...


Netflix to Produce Animated Musical Film Based on the Life of Wyclef Jean Photo Netflix to Produce Animated Musical Film Based on the Life of Wyclef Jean
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 26, 2018

 Netflix announced today that it is working with musical visionary Wyclef Jean on a CG animated feature film that reimagines his life story. Stampede, the recently launched entertainment media company from Greg Silverman, is partnering with the three-time Grammy Award-winning musician to produce the...


Dwayne Johnson Will Star in Mark Kerr Biopic Photo Dwayne Johnson Will Star in Mark Kerr Biopic
by Sarah Jae Leiber - November 01, 2019

Variety reports that Dwayne Johnson will take on his first truly dramatic role in an upcoming biopic about MMA fighter/UFC champion Mark Kerr....


NJT Presents RAGING SKILLET: A Delicious Mother-Daughter Dramedy Photo NJT Presents RAGING SKILLET: A Delicious Mother-Daughter Dramedy
by Julie Musbach - September 14, 2018

New Jewish Theatre (NJT) serves up the opening entree to its 21st season with a tasty adaptation of celebrity Chef Rossi's autobiographical memoir, Raging Skillet - equal parts book launch, cooking demonstration, heaping helping of comedy and a side of Jewish mother guilt.  When Rossi's Jewish mothe...


A TOUCH OF LIGHT to Play at Train Theater Photo A TOUCH OF LIGHT to Play at Train Theater
by Alan Henry - June 28, 2019

A Touch Of Light will play at the Train Theater July 2....


SARAH/FRANK Tells the Tale of A Canadian Woman Who Fought In The American Civil War Photo SARAH/FRANK Tells the Tale of A Canadian Woman Who Fought In The American Civil War
by A.A. Cristi - June 23, 2020

Sarah/Frank is the new work by Steven Elliott Jackson, which is part of Act 2 of the Toronto Fringe Collective. It is directed by Ryan G. Hinds and performed by myself, with sound design by David Kingsmill....


MADNESS XL Announces Plans for 40th Anniversary Year Photo MADNESS XL Announces Plans for 40th Anniversary Year
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 28, 2019

Friends, mad heads and countrymen. Lend me your ears. This year be the 40th anniversary of the groupus maximus MADNESS XL. And to celebrate the country will be witness to celebrations of Romanesque proportions!...


Joel McHale to Return as Host of CARD SHARKS on ABC Photo Joel McHale to Return as Host of CARD SHARKS on ABC
by Kaitlin Milligan - December 03, 2019

ABC Entertainment and Fremantle announced today that actor and comedian Joel McHale is set to return as host of “Card Sharks,” the suspenseful game where a fortune can be won on the turn of a single playing card! The show was recently picked up for a second season and is set to air in 2020. ...


Howard Ashman Documentary is Now Available on Disney+! Photo Howard Ashman Documentary is Now Available on Disney+!
by Stephi Wild - August 07, 2020

The original documentary film 'Howard' premieres exclusively on Disney+ today, August 7, 2020. The film, which first premiered at the 2018 Tribeca Film Festival, follows the captivating LIFE STORY of Disney Legend and Academy Award-winning Lyricist Howard Ashman....


Loni Love to Host The Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild Awards Photo Loni Love to Host The Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild Awards
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 15, 2019

Emmy®-Award winning comedienne, actress and author Loni Love will return as host for the Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild  2019 Annual Awards (MUAHS, IATSE Local 706) honoring both make-up artists and hair stylists outstanding achievements in motion pictures, television, commercials and live ...


QUEEN BEE Comes to The Drama Factory Photo QUEEN BEE Comes to The Drama Factory
by Stephi Wild - March 11, 2019

The one woman Show Queen Bee directed by Margot Wood, is a true life story that moves through a fragile daughters experience of what happens when a Queen Bee is removed from its hive. The play written and performed by Alecia Daniels, being a drama that deals with the tragedy of loss still brings abo...


Sister Sledge Announces Biographical Film, LIFE SONG Photo Sister Sledge Announces Biographical Film, LIFE SONG
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 10, 2018

Iconic music group Sister Sledge have announced plans for a feature film based on the lives of the legendary four sisters from Philadelphia, who rose to prominence and found worldwide success with the release of the remarkable We are Family album. Entitled Life Song, based on the memoirs of one of t...


Documentary On Iconic Hollywood 'Rosary Priest' Debuts Theatrically October 9 Photo Documentary On Iconic Hollywood 'Rosary Priest' Debuts Theatrically October 9
by A.A. Cristi - September 29, 2020

In 1945, an immigrant Irish Catholic priest newly arrived in Los Angeles called Bing Crosby, and asked him to help create a radio program to talk about prayer. Bing, along with many other big named stars, said yes, igniting a family and faith-based production company that still exists today.  ...


GARTH BROOKS: THE ROAD I'M ON Brings in 1.2 Million Viewers Photo GARTH BROOKS: THE ROAD I'M ON Brings in 1.2 Million Viewers
by Sarah Jae Leiber - December 03, 2019

The premiere of A&E Network's 'Biography - Garth Brooks: The Road I'm On (Part 1)' hit a high note on Monday night, delivering 1.2 million Total Viewers according to Nielsen Media Research, the largest audience for a 'Biography' installment in 15 years (since 'Biography: Jeopardy!' in December 2004)...


EIGHTH GRADE's Elsie Fisher to Star the Musical Film THE SHAGGS Photo EIGHTH GRADE's Elsie Fisher to Star the Musical Film THE SHAGGS
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 17, 2018

Elsie Fisher, who recently starred in Bo Burnham's 'Eighth Grade,' will star in 'The Shaggs,' according to The Hollywood Reporter....


HAK Premieres In New York City Photo HAK Premieres In New York City
by Stephi Wild - August 15, 2018

HAK premieres in New York City as a part of HB Studio Rehearsal Space Residency. After being staged in several cities in Europe and Turkey, HAK will be performed in English for the first time....


Disney+ Announces Premiere Date for Documentary on Lyricist Howard Ashman Photo Disney+ Announces Premiere Date for Documentary on Lyricist Howard Ashman
by Kaitlin Milligan - July 16, 2020

Disney+ announced today that the original documentary film 'Howard' will premiere exclusively on the service on Friday, August 7, 2020....


VIDEO: The Stars of THE CHER SHOW and Cher Discuss Bringing the Story to Broadway Photo VIDEO: The Stars of THE CHER SHOW and Cher Discuss Bringing the Story to Broadway
by Kaitlin Milligan - February 13, 2019

Legendary singer and actress Cher is known for her quick wit, chart-topping hits, and award-winning performances. Cher's life story is now being told on Broadway in 'The Cher Show.' The lead is played by three actresses, Stephanie J. Block, Teal Wicks, and Micaela Diamond. CBS This Morning's Gayle K...


JERSEY BOYS To Close in Sydney in December Before Going to Brisbane and Melbourne Photo JERSEY BOYS To Close in Sydney in December Before Going to Brisbane and Melbourne
by Stephi Wild - October 15, 2018

JERSEY BOYS - the true-life story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons opened to a standing ovation last Thursday Night. With internationally acclaimed hit songs such as Oh What A Night, Can't Take My Eyes Off You, Walk Like a Man, Bye Bye Baby, Sherry and Big Girls Don't Cry, and a dynamic new yo...






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