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In the East Wing of the White House, many of history's most impactful and world-changing decisions have been hidden from view, made by America's charismatic, complex and dynamic first ladies. The First Lady will peel back the curtain on the personal and political lives of these enigmatic women, with season one focusing on Eleanor Roosevelt, Betty Ford and Michelle Obama.

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BWW Reviews: Kristin Chenoweth Wows London in a One-Night-Only Concert
by Iris Moebius - July 15, 2014

It had been three years in the making when Kristin Chenoweth took the stage at the Royal Albert Hall on Saturday for her one night only concert. She was welcomed by thunderous applause, was visibly moved and happy to be there. Over the next 2 hours she took us on a journey through different musical ...


Julie Harris Memorial Celebration to Be Held Today at Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre
by Nicole Rosky - December 03, 2013

There will be a memorial celebration of the actress, Julie Harris, today, Dec. 3rd, starting at 12 noon at the earnard B. Jacobs Theatre on 242 West 45th Street. Among her friends gathering to celebrate Miss Harris will be Zoe Caldwell, RoseMary Harris, Cherry Jones, HAl Holbrook and Christopher Plu...


Audra McDonald Joins First Lady Michelle Obama at The Studio Museum in Harlem Today
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2013

Today, September 24th, the First Lady will attend the President's remarks to the UN General Assembly. In the afternoon, she will host a special event for the spouses of Chiefs of State and Heads of Government participating in the UN General Assembly at The Studio Museum in Harlem, a leading institut...


University Press of Kentucky Authors Justin S. Vaughn and Lilly J. Goren Win 2014 Susan Koppelman Award
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2014

University Press of Kentucky authors Justin S. Vaughn and Lilly J. Goren have been named the co-recipients of the 2014 Susan Koppelman Award for the Best Anthology, Multi-Authored, or Edited Book in Feminist Studies for their book Women and the White House: Gender, Popular Culture, and Presidential ...


Trent Armand Kendall's New 'Jazzical' LOUIS-AND-ELLA! Set for Reading Today
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2014

LOUIS-AND-ELLA!, a new jazzical by Trent Armand Kendall reunites The Architect of Jazz and The First Lady of Song for one magical night and will receive a developmental table reading today, April 24th in a donated studio from The Actors Fund....


VIDEO: Ariana Grande Performs Houston's 'I Have Nothing' at White House Event
by Caryn Robbins - March 27, 2014

TV star and Broadway vet Ariana Grande performed the classic Whitney Houston ballad 'I Have Nothing' at the White House for the Women of Soul event...


CINDERELLA: A New Take On The Famous Rags to Riches Story
by Lee Cundangan - August 08, 2013

Resorts World Manila (RWM), a one-stop entertainment and tourism destination, brings to the stage its third Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II's production, “Cinderella,” which opens at Newport Performing Arts Theatre on Wednesday, October 9. According to RWM, “Cinderella” is bound to enchant...


E! News to Air Exclusive Interview with Michelle Obama, 6/23
by Courtnie Mele - June 20, 2014

E! News is kicking off an exciting week of programming with an EXCLUSIVE interview with First Lady Michelle Obama. Airing this Monday, June 23rd at 7:00pm and 11:30pm ET/PT, E! News' co-anchor Terrence Jenkins Terrence interviewed the First Lady at The National Summer Learning Day Fair, co-hosted b...


THE JACKIE LOOK Encore Commemorates 50th Anniversary of Kennedy Assassination Nov. 21
by Robert Diamond - October 18, 2013

KAREN FINLEY, the First Lady of Performance Art, will present an encore engagement of her critically acclaimed new work THE JACKIE LOOK at Baruch Performing Arts Center. It will be presented for one night only, Thursday, November 21, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the assassination of John F...


Only a Few Seats Left for LOUIS & ELLA, 7/15
by Courtnie Mele - July 12, 2014

Onemoe Music & Palm Beach Performing Arts Center present a 75 minute V.I.P. Concert of a the new musical celebrating the lives and legacies of two beloved American Icons: Louis & Ella. The concert will take place on July 15. Doors open at 5pm....


Ariana Grande, Aretha Franklin and More Set for 'WOMEN OF SOUL' White House Concert, Airing 4/7 on PBS
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2014

As part of their 'In Performance at the White House' series, the President and First Lady will invite music legends and contemporary major female artists to the White House for a celebration of the great 'foremothers' of American music, with songs expressing the struggles and achievements of women. ...


Jenna Elfman to Replace Parker Posey in New NBC Comedy
by Caryn Robbins - May 31, 2013

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Jenna Elfman is currently in discussions to take over the role of ex-wife 'Joyce Fisher' in the new NBC comedy THE FAMILY GUIDE. She would replace previously cast actress Parker Posey who left the project just one day after the network greenlit it to series....


Spoken World Series at Mesa Arts Center Opens with Mayda del Valle Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2014

Internationally-recognized spoken word artist Mayda del Valle headlines the first event in Mesa Arts Center's Spoken World series, a fusion of dynamic spoken word artists with mixed media and live instrumentation. Joining del Valle tonight Oct. 17 at 7:30 pm....


THE LOTTERY to Premiere 7/20 on Lifetime
by Tyler Peterson - May 22, 2014

Lifetime brings viewers to the year 2025 with the premiere of the provocative new conspiracy thriller, The Lottery on Sunday, July 20, at 10PM ET/PT. Currently filming in Montreal, the series stars Marley Shelton (Eleventh Hour), Michael Graziadei (American Horror Story), David Alpay (The Vampire Di...


President and First Lady Obama Set to Visit A RAISIN IN THE SUN on Broadway Tonight
by Nicole Rosky - April 11, 2014

Lorraine Hansberry's A Raisin in the Sun just opened last week at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre (243 West 47th Street). According to Deadline, the show will soon welcome some high profile guests- the Obamas. President Obama and the First Lady are set to attend tonight's performance 'if all goes to pla...


The Three Ellas Perform Tonight at City Winery to Benefit Merit School of Music
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2013

City Winery Chicago, one of the city's newest music venues and philanthropic supporter of music education, will host and sponsor a special concert to benefit its West Loop neighbor, Merit School of Music. Tonight, June 24 The Three Ellas, a veteran female vocal jazz trio, and 11-year-old newcomer Ma...


Costumes & Props from 1996's Musical Film EVITA to Be Auctioned Off Next Month
by Caryn Robbins - October 22, 2014

Costumes and jewelry worn by Madonna in the big screen adaptation of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical EVITA will be among the items auctioned at Julien's of Beverly HIlls next month....


E! Premieres The Wanted's New Reality Series Tonight
by TV News Desk - June 02, 2013

E! is taking viewers inside the world of one of the music industry's most talked about pop bands, The Wanted. The new series, "The Wanted Life," reveals the daily and very chaotic lives of the 5 UK musicians - Max, Siva, Jay, Tom and Nathan - that make up this edgy and talented powerhouse as they...


Costumes & Props from 1996's Musical Film EVITA to Be Auctioned Off Next Month
by Caryn Robbins - October 22, 2014

Costumes and jewelry worn by Madonna in the big screen adaptation of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical EVITA will be among the items auctioned at Julien's of Beverly HIlls next month....


Spoken World Series at Mesa Arts Center Opens with Mayda del Valle, 10/17
by Tyler Peterson - October 03, 2014

Internationally-recognized spoken word artist Mayda del Valle headlines the first event in Mesa Arts Center's Spoken World series, a fusion of dynamic spoken word artists with mixed media and live instrumentation. Joining del Valle on Oct. 17 at 7:30 pm....


Opera Australia's THE KING AND to Offer Closed Captioned Performances
by Tyler Peterson - August 01, 2014

Opera Australia Artistic Director Lyndon Terracini and leading Australian theatre producer John Frost have announced audio described and closed captioned performances of The King and I in both Melbourne and Sydney....


VIDEO: Adam Levine, Zach Efron & More Wish ELLEN a Happy Birthday
by Caryn Robbins - January 31, 2014

Yesterday, Ellen received both sweet and hilarious birthday messages from so many of her favorite people, including a special delivery birthday cake from Zac Efron!...


Audra McDonald to Join First Lady Michelle Obama at The Studio Museum in Harlem, 9/24
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2013

On Tuesday, September 24th, the First Lady will attend the President's remarks to the UN General Assembly. In the afternoon, she will host a special event for the spouses of Chiefs of State and Heads of Government participating in the UN General Assembly at The Studio Museum in Harlem, a leading ins...


First Lady Susan Corbett Opens Governor's Residence for 3rd Annual Arts in the Garden Today
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2013

Pennsylvania First Lady Susan Corbett will open the Governor's Residence and gardens to the public as part of the third annual Arts in the Garden open house today, June 9. The event will kick off the free, monthly 'Second Today' events being held throughout the summer....


Nancy Rutledge Teaches the Importance of Choice in WHERE CAN I SLEEP?
by Christina Mancuso - August 08, 2013

It is very important to read to children; it stimulates their minds, nurtures their imaginations, and instills values and life lessons into their developing consciences. The ritual of the bedtime story is crucial to this. In her vividly illustrated picture book, Nancy Rutledge tells a particularly u...






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