The CW to Revive MADTV
by Tyler Peterson - April 11, 2016 The Emmy Award-winning sketch comedy series MADtv is returning to television, making the jump to primetime with eight all-new one-hour episodes on The CW Network; a premiere date and time for the series, from Telepictures, will be announced at a later date. ...
All-Chicago Cast Set for 'Thrones! The Musical Parody' at Apollo Theater
by A.A. Cristi - August 23, 2016 "Thrones! The Musical Parody" sweeps through the Windy City once again this fall at Apollo Theater Chicago (2540 N Lincoln Ave) with a talented ensemble of Chicago up-and-comers bringing the "Game of Thrones" send-up to life. Under the direction of Hannah Todd, the cast of "Thrones! The Musical Paro...
The Set List Podcast Welcomes MADTV Star Carlie Craig
by The Set List - November 18, 2016 The Set List Podcast welcomes MADTV star Carlie Craig in advance of her Feinstein's/54 Below show on November 22. Carlie has appeared on USA's FIRST IMPRESSIONS WITH DANA CARVEY and gained recognition online this year with her video Celebrity Impressions, which has been viewed over 8 million times b...
KEY & PEELE's Jordan Peele Joins TADA! Board of Directors
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2016 The Drama Desk award-winning TADA! Youth Theater welcomes two distinguished members to the Board of Directors....
Wesley Taylor, Vanessa Ray, Nicole Parker & More to Perform the Songs of Adam Wachter at Rockwell Table & Stage
by Tyler Peterson - May 19, 2016 ROCKWELL TABLE AND STAGE presents 'Just Come To This: The Songs of Adam Wachter' on Monday, May 23 at 8:00pm. The evening will feature works by up-and-coming musical theater composer/lyricist Adam Wachter, including original songs from his musicals Tarrytown and Zionsville, along with other favorite...
MADtv Returns to TV in All-New Series Debuting on The CW, 7/26
by Caryn Robbins - June 15, 2016 With its signature pop-culture parodies and politically incorrect humor, MADtv returns to television with an all-new series, making its debut on The CW Network...
Final Season of TV Land's HOT IN CLEVELAND Coming to DVD 4/26
by Caryn Robbins - February 23, 2016 The first original sitcom in TV Land's history completed its landmark run last year, and now, the last hilarious episodes can be experienced all over again as HOT IN CLEVELAND Season Six is released on DVD on April 26, 2016....
KEY & PEELE's Jordan Peele Joins TADA! Board of Directors
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2016 The Drama Desk award-winning TADA! Youth Theater welcomes two distinguished members to the Board of Directors....
VIDEO: Watch Lea Salonga's Full Musical Performance on CRAZY EX-GIRLFRIEND Season Finale
by Caryn Robbins - April 19, 2016 Last night's Season Finale of The CW's CRAZY EX-GIRLFRIEND Season Finale featured Tony Award winner Lea Salonga (Broadway's ALLEGIANCE), performing 'One Indescribable Instant'...
Updated THRONES! THE MUSICAL PARODY to Return to the Apollo
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2016 Hold the door for "Thrones! The Musical Parody," returning to the Apollo Theater Chicago (2540 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago) September 15 following a successful start to performances earlier this summer. From the creative team behind "Baby Wants Candy" and "50 Shades! The Musical Parody," the fall run of ...
Disney Channel Debuts Collection of Original Short-Form Movies FREE PERIOD
by Caryn Robbins - August 05, 2016 'Free Period' movies will roll out daily on the Disney Channel YouTube page Friday, August 5 through Thursday, August 18....
A PLAY ABOUT THE RAMONES Comes to Bootleg Theater This July
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2016 The Ramones are coming back to Los Angeles! JOHN ROSS BOWIE's play, A PLAY ABOUT THE RAMONES, tells the legendary story of when the Ramones recorded their fifth album, End of the Century, with infamous producer Phil Spector. This year marks the 40th anniversary of The Ramone's 1976 debut album....
Frank Caliendo Joins Fox Cities P.A.C. Winter Lineup
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2016 The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center has announced comedian, actor and impressionist Frank Caliendo, will perform Friday, Jan. 13, 2017 at 8 p.m. ...
Tony Award-Winner Lea Salonga to Sing in CRAZY EX-GIRLFRIEND Finale
by Sally Henry - January 10, 2016 Another Broadway talent has joined the cast of the CW's musical comedy CRAZY EX-GIRLFRIEND....
The CW Renews Musically-Themed CRAZY EX-GIRLFRIEND & 10 More Shows for Next Season!
by Caryn Robbins - March 11, 2016 The CW Network has given early renewals to 11 of its primetime series for the 2016-2017 season, it was announced today by Mark Pedowitz, President, The CW. In essence, The CW has picked up all 10 series currently on the schedule plus REIGN for next season....
STAGE TUBE: CRAZY EX-GIRLFRIEND Season 2 Trailer Announces October Return to the CW!
by A.A. Cristi - September 09, 2016 How much crazier can things get for Rebecca? Viewers won't have to wait long for the answer. This afternoon the CW premiered the brand new trailer for the second season of the musical comedy television hit, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend....
Lea Salonga to Guest Star, Sing on Season Finale of CRAZY EX-GIRLFRIEND, 4/18
by Caryn Robbins - April 01, 2016 Broadway's Lea Salonga will guest star on the Season Finale of The CW's CRAZY EX-GIRLFRIEND titled "Paula Needs to Get Over Josh!"....
Chris Farah to Host A LITTLE NEW MUSIC 11 at Rockwell Table & Stage This Spring
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2016 Comedian, actress, and writer Chris Farah (SUPERSTORE, MODERN FAMILY, CHELSEA LATELY) will host the next A LITTLE NEW MUSIC concert at Rockwell: Table & Stage, a highly anticipated evening showcasing the latest in musical theater songwriting....
T.J. Miller Drops Out of 24/7 ComedyFest at Orleans Arena; New All-Star Lineup
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2016 A night of laughter is in store as top comedians Billy Gardell, Jackie 'The Joke Man' Martling Frank Caliendo and more join forces for the 24/7 ComedyFest at the Orleans Arena on April 23. There has been a change to the original lineup -- due to unforeseen circumstances, T.J. Miller will no longer b...
THRONES THE MUSICAL PARODY Announces Halloween Performance and Costume Contest
by A.A. Cristi - October 05, 2016 "Thrones! The Musical Parody" and Apollo Theater Chicago (2540 N. Lincoln Ave.) announce a one-night-only Halloween performance and costume contest onMonday, October 31. Audience members are encouraged to don their best Halloween attire and participate in a costume contest judged by cosplay group le...
VIDEO: First Look - Watch Lea Salonga Perform on Tonight's CRAZY EX-GIRLFRIEND Season Finale
by Caryn Robbins - April 18, 2016 USA Today has shared an exclusive sneak peek of the CRAZY EX-GIRLFRIEND Season Finale, featuring a performance by Broadway's Lea Salonga. The episode airs airs tonight 8pm ET on The CW....
Chicago Improv Group Baby Wants Candy to Debut at Second City This Winter
by BWW News Desk - December 21, 2016 'Baby Wants Candy,' Chicago's celebrated comedy institution announces today its move to Judy's Beat Lounge at The Second City Training Center (230 W. North Ave) for a limited run, starting January 7 and running through March 25, 2017....
VIDEO: CRAZY EX-GIRLFRIEND Channels 'Les Miserables' in New Musical Segment!
by Caryn Robbins - March 01, 2016 The CW's CRAZY EX-GIRLFRIEND presented their take on a classic LES MISERABLES number in the episode titled 'Flooded with Justice'....
A PLAY ABOUT THE RAMONES Comes to Bootleg Theater Tonight
by BWW News Desk - July 02, 2016 The Ramones are coming back to Los Angeles! JOHN ROSS BOWIE's play, A PLAY ABOUT THE RAMONES, tells the legendary story of when the Ramones recorded their fifth album, End of the Century, with infamous producer Phil Spector. This year marks the 40th anniversary of The Ramone's 1976 debut album....
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Rachel Bloom Laments in CRAZY EX-GIRLFRIEND's 'Heavy Boob' Musical Number
by Caryn Robbins - March 25, 2016 On Monday night's episode of CRAZY EX-GIRLFRIEND, Rachel Bloom's Rebecca breaks down the difficulties of having big breasts. Below, get a sneak peek at the song and dance number for 'Heavy Boobs'... |