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Hope Davis to Lead CBS' Upcoming Drama THE ORDAINED
by Tyler Peterson - March 07, 2013

Hope Davis, best known for her role on IN TREATMENT, has landed the lead female role in CBS' upcoming political drama THE ORDAINED....


Chelsea's Purple Rose Theatre Presents Jeff Daniels: Onstage & Unplugged, Now thru 12/31
by BWW News Desk - December 27, 2012

The Purple Rose Theatre Company will present Jeff Daniels' Onstage & Unplugged for a limited six-show engagement from tonight, December 27 through Monday, December 31, 2012. (Editors' Note: Please find a full performance / pricing schedule on page 2). All performances will be at The Purple Rose Thea...


Boiler Room Theatre to Stage Jeff Daniels' ESCANABA IN DA MOONLIGHT, 5/31-6/15
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2013

The Boiler Room Theatre, Williamson County's original and longest-running professional theatre company, will stage Dumb and Dumber star Jeff Daniels' hilarious comedy, Escanaba in da Moonlight. The production will run from May 31st through June 15th at the theatre's iconic namesake venue in the hist...


Aaron Sorkin was 'Really Looking Forward to Returning to Broadway' with HOUDINI
by Nicole Rosky - January 30, 2013

'Mr. Sorkin's considerable talents are an asset to any project and we regret that he's unable to remain with HOUDINI,' said producers Scott Sanders and David Rockwell, 'However, what Hugh and the creative team continue to create is one of the most exciting projects we've ever been a part of. Our pr...


Alley Theatre Presents David Sedaris' THE SANTALAND DIARIES, Now thru 12/30
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2012

The Alley Theatre will present David Sedaris' The Santaland Diaries on the Neuhaus Stage. This is the last holiday season that the Alley Theatre will produce this show, directed by David Cromer, who won the MacArthur Genius Award and Obie Award for Best Director. Alley Artist Todd Waite reprises his...


STAGE TUBE: John Gallagher, Jr. Chats 'Newsroom' on 'DAILY AT THE DAILY'
by Caryn Robbins - August 14, 2012

Tony-winning actor John Gallagher, Jr. visited the inaugural edition of THE DAILY AT THE DAILY, in which he hung out at The Daily bar in New York City. The actor chatted about jamming with 'Newsroom' co-star Jeff Daniels, his forgotten 'West Wing' cameo and a potential role on 'Glee'. Check out the...


PaleyFest Begins Streaming Its Live Tribute Events Starting This Weekend
by Caryn Robbins - March 01, 2013

The Paley Center for Media announced today that it will partner with Livestream for the second consecutive year to provide live streaming of the following series to be honored at the 30th Annual PaleyFest, which takes place March 1-15, 2013 at the Saban Theatre...


ONCE UPON A TIME Among Roster for PaleyFest 2013, Beginning Today
by TV News Desk - March 01, 2013

PaleyFest: The William S. Paley Television Festival, The Paley Center for Media's annual two-week celebration of great television, has scheduled its 30th anniversary event for today, March 1-15, 2013, returning to the Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills. Additionally, Hulu, who first partnered with Paley...


Adrienne Shelly Foundation Launches 6th Annual 'A-List' Celebrity eBay Auction
by Caryn Robbins - December 04, 2012

The Adrienne Shelly Foundation (ASF), a non-profit organization dedicated to the memory of adored actor, writer and director Adrienne Shelly (WAITRESS), announced today the launch of its 6th annual eBay Celebrity Auction to raise funds for its nine annual grants which support women filmmakers....


Playwright, Film and Television Writer Aaron Sorkin Joins Twitter!
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2012

As confirmed by former star of The West Wing Richard Schiff, film, television and stage writer Aaron Sorkin has finally joined Twitter....


Nick Jonas to Star in Edgy Thriller CAREFUL WHAT YOU WISH FOR
by Caryn Robbins - March 18, 2013

Hyde Park-Image Nation and Troika Pictures have announced that actor-singer Nick Jonas will star as the male lead opposite Isabel Lucas in the edgy thriller “Careful What You Wish For.”...


VIDEO: First Look - Olivia Munn in FREELOADERS
by Caryn Robbins - December 12, 2012

ComingSoon.net has revealed a new clip from FREELOADERS, coming to theaters in January. The comedy stars Olivia Munn, Dave Foley, Jane Seymour, Nat Faxon, Denise Richards, Zoe Boyle, Clifton Collins Jr., Kevin Sussman, Warren Hutchinson and Brit Morgan. Get a first look below!...


VIDEO: First Look - Teaser for HBO'S THE NEWSROOM - Season 2
by - April 15, 2013

The second season of THE NEWSROOM kicks off SUNDAY, JULY 14 (10:00-11:00 p.m. ET/PT). In the new season, the staff of "News Night" chases a mysterious tip, which leads to a story that ultimately spins out of control. Check out a teaser promo for the upcoming season below!...


Season 2 of HBO's THE NEWSROOM to Begin Filming 11/12
by Caryn Robbins - October 30, 2012

According to ohnotheydidnt.livejournal.com, Emily Mortimer, star of the new HBO drama series THE NEWSROOM, has revealed that shooting on the second season will begin immediately following the Presidential elections....


HBO Leads the Pack With 17 Golden Globe Nominations
by Caryn Robbins - December 13, 2012

HBO received 17 Golden Globe nominations, the most of any television network this year, for the upcoming 70th annual Golden Globe Awards, which were announced today in Los Angeles. 'Game Change' led all TV programming with 5 nominations. The Golden Globe Awards will be presented Jan. 13 in Los Angel...


Photo Flash: First Look at Trieu Tran in ACT's UNCLE HO TO UNCLE SAM
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2012

Vietnamese refugee, former gang member, and now rising Hollywood actor Trieu Tran comes to Seattle to tell a compelling coming of age story in his fearless one man show Uncle Ho to Uncle Sam. ACT - A Contemporary Theatre is proud to stage the world premiere of Tran's bold autobiographical solo perfo...


HBO to Debut Second Season of THE NEWSROOM 7/14
by Caryn Robbins - April 12, 2013

The debut date for the second season of the HBO drama series THE NEWSROOM has been confirmed....


ACT Theatre Opens UNCLE HO TO UNCLE SAM, 9/13
by Kelsey Denette - August 01, 2012

Vietnamese refugee, former gang member, and now rising Hollywood actor Trieu Tran comes to Seattle to tell what's being described as 'a compelling coming of age story in his fearless one man show Uncle Ho to Uncle Sam.' ACT - A Contemporary Theatre will stage the world premiere of Tran's bold autobi...


Actor and Activist Wilson Cruz Joins GLAAD Staff
by Kelsey Denette - September 04, 2012

GLAAD President Herndon Graddick announced today that actor and LGBT advocate Wilson Cruz will join GLAAD's staff as the Strategic Giving Officer. Cruz help fund GLAAD's work amplifying stories from the LGBT community that build support for equality....


Patton Oswalt, Rosemarie DeWitt Join THE NEWSROOM
by Tyler Peterson - November 09, 2012

Former UNITED STATES OF TARA co-stars, Patton Oswalt and Rosemarie DeWitt, are set to join the second season of Aaron Sorkin hit HBO series, THE NEWSROOM, The Hollywood Reporter confirmed today. ...


Mike Tyson Guests on ABC's THE VIEW Today, 7/17
by TV News Desk - July 17, 2012

Morgan Freeman and Michael Cain ('The Dark Knight Rises'), Mike Tyson ('Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth'), Jeff Daniels ('The Newsroom'), Chris Colfer ('Glee' and author, The Land of Stories: The Wishing Spell) and Judge Jeanine Pirro (author, Sly Fox) are among the guests now through July 20 on ABC's ...


Amicus Productions Announces APARTMENT 3A, Beginning 1/31
by Kelsey Denette - January 15, 2013

Amicus Productions presents actor/playwright Jeff Daniels' touching comedy, Apartment 3A, at The Papermill Theatre, Jan 31 - Feb 2 and Feb 7-9 at 8p.m. and Feb 3 & 9 at 2p.m. Tickets are $22 regular, $20 for seniors and $18 for students. Group rates are available. For tickets or information, ple...


Alley Theatre Presents David Sedaris' THE SANTALAND DIARIES
by Sierra Fox - November 05, 2012

The Alley Theatre will present David Sedaris' The Santaland Diaries on the Neuhaus Stage. This is the last holiday season that the Alley Theatre will produce this show, directed by David Cromer, who won the MacArthur Genius Award and Obie Award for Best Director. Alley Artist Todd Waite reprises his...


Film Independent Names Mary Sweeney Chair of Board of Directors
by Caryn Robbins - January 11, 2013

Film Independent co-presidents Sean Mc Manus and Josh Welsh jointly announced that filmmaker Mary Sweeney (The Straight Story, Baraboo) has been elected as the new sitting Chair of its Board of Directors....


VIDEO: Sneak Peek - THE NEWSROOM & More Featured in HBO Spring Previews
by - April 01, 2013

Below, check out the just-released promo for HBO's upcoming spring line-up, including the return of The Newsroom and Veep!...






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