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The six-episode half-hour series explores the relationship between best friends Kate, who is newly engaged, and Michael, who is attempting to move on from his ex-fianc

ON YOUR FEET!'s David Baida Wins 2016 MetroStar Contest
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2016

?The Metropolitan Room erupted into wild cheers when David Baida was announced as the next MetroStar last night. ...


New Episode of Hit Docu-Series BALL IN THE FAMILY Premieres on Facebook's Watch, 9/10 Photo New Episode of Hit Docu-Series BALL IN THE FAMILY Premieres on Facebook's Watch, 9/10
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2017

Facebook Watch's hit docu-series BALL IN THE FAMILY is BACK with an all new episode this SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10! Add the show to your Facebook watchlist by following the Ball in the Family Show Page....


BWW Review: HAMLET, Harold Pinter Theatre
by Marianka Swain - June 16, 2017

Following a sold-out Almeida run, Robert Icke's thoughtfully contemporary take on Shakespeare hits the West End, with its original cast mainly intact (Derbhle Crotty succeeds Juliet Stevenson as Gertrude on 4 July). The big draw, of course, is the superb Andrew Scott in the title role, but Icke's pr...


Unexpected Stage Company's OBLIVION Takes the Stage at New Bethesda Venue
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2017

As part of its eighth season, Unexpected Stage Company presents Carly Mensch's Oblivion, a comedy which challenges assumptions about parenting, religion, and the nature of spirituality. The production will run July 13 to August 6 in the Fireside Room, an intimate 40-seat venue, at the River Road Uni...


Sneak Peek - Bravo to Premiere New Reality Series SUMMER HOUSE, 1/16
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2017

Bravo Media is setting the stage for hot winter nights with new series SUMMER HOUSE, premiering Monday, January 16 at 10pm ET/PT....


Illumination Act to Stage Immersive THE WILD PARTY this Fall Photo Illumination Act to Stage Immersive THE WILD PARTY this Fall
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2017

Illumination Act will stage an immersive version of Andrew Lippa's The Wild Party . Performances will take place October 31 November 17 at 7:00 pm....


BWW Review: TARZAN at PMT Anchored by Strong Performances, Lots of Rope
by Greg Kerestan - May 10, 2017

Disney's jungle tuner is all about stunts and spectacle, and PMT's production delivers both, with some spectacular singing thrown in....


BWW Interview - DWTS' Maks Chmerkovskiy Talks Season 23, Return to Broadway & More
by Caryn Robbins - September 29, 2016

Fan favorite champion ballroom dancer, choreographer and fitness guru Maksim Chmerkovskiy returned to ABC's DANCING WITH THE STARS for the show's 23rd Season. Chmerkovskiy partners with model and actress Amber Rose as he attempts to reclaim the coveted mirror ball trophy....


Sundance Now's New Original THIS CLOSE Set To Premiere On Valentine's Day On Premium Photo Sundance Now's New Original THIS CLOSE Set To Premiere On Valentine's Day On Premium Streaming Service
by Tori Hartshorn - December 04, 2017

Sundance Now, AMC Networks' premium video streaming service announced today that its new original relationship dramedy, This Close will premiere on Valentine's Day Wednesday, February 14. The news comes on the heels of the series' acceptance into the 2018 Sundance Film Festival as part of the Fe...


BWW Interview: L.R.W. Lee, Author of LULLABY Photo BWW Interview: L.R.W. Lee, Author of LULLABY
by Bonnie Lynn Wagner - February 14, 2018

Last month, BroadwayWorld reviewed brand-new fantasy novel LULLABY by L.R.W. Lee, the first in The Sand Maiden series. Today, L.R.W. Lee sat down to dish secrets about her new novel and share an excerpt as a special Valentine's Day treat!...


TOP CHEF and THE CHEW's Carla Hall to Serve Up Tasty Stagecraft in THE THEATRICAL CULINARY PROJECT
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2015

Theater has never tasted so good. THE THEATRICAL CULINARY PROJECT jumps into the immersive performance arena with a new project in development that fuses the in-the-moment magic of the theater with a sublime dining experience. Emmy Winning Co-Host of THE CHEW and TOP CHEF finalist Carla Hall, serves...


Stockholm Band LINES Premiere New Single FADER Photo Stockholm Band LINES Premiere New Single FADER
by Tori Hartshorn - January 25, 2018

LINES is a band from Stockholm, born in Berlin who today, premiere their new single, 'Lockdown' on FADER. The track is the highly anticipated follow up to their song, 'You' which has amassed over 5 million streams....


BWW Blog: Aimee Hunsinger - Blog Battle #2
by Guest Blogger: Aimee Hunsinger - May 31, 2016

The barn is staring to get into its summer swing this year. The first day of rehearsal is getting closer and closer. Counting down the days until school ends and the days until rehearsal starts. We are currently in the end of school paradox. That being you show up to school and sit in all your class...


Tyler Perry's “For Better or Worse” Returns with an All-New Season
by Caryn Robbins - March 09, 2016

OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network's popular comedy series, Tyler Perry's “For Better or Worse,” returns with an all-new season on Friday, April 1 with back-to-back episodes at 9 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. ET/PT....


CBS THIS MORNING Posts Two Best Years in CBS' Morning News History Photo CBS THIS MORNING Posts Two Best Years in CBS' Morning News History
by Caryn Robbins - September 26, 2017

CBS THIS MORNING delivered CBS' closest competitive position to NBC and ABC in the morning news race in at least 29 years, according to Nielsen most current ratings for the 2016-2017 broadcast year....


OWN Announces April 2016 Programming Highlights
by Caryn Robbins - March 22, 2016

OWN: OPRAH WINFREY NETWORK announces its April 2016 programming highlights. New series and seasons. (P) Denotes: Premieres...


Houston Grand Opera Presents First ELEKTRA In 25 Years Photo Houston Grand Opera Presents First ELEKTRA In 25 Years
by A.A. Cristi - January 05, 2018

Houston Grand Opera ( HGO ) presents Richard Strauss's chilling one - act drama, Elektra, January 19 February 2, the first HGO performances in 25 years. The Sir David McVicar production stars internationally acclaimed soprano Christine Goerke, who owns the title role as one of the most fea...


ALL TRAP MUSIC VOL. 5 Released Today
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2016

Initially founded in 2012 as a YouTube channel by Nottingham artist and curator JiKay, All Trap's compilation series have progressively become a staple of the genre, regularly reaching top 10 placements in the charts....


BWW Preview: THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Milburn Stone Theatre - Elkton Station
by Scott Serio - May 19, 2016

Putnam Spelling Bee Raises Roof At Milburn Stone Theater's Elkton Station...


Sundance Institute Announces Indie Episodic, Shorts & Special Event Selections For 20 Photo Sundance Institute Announces Indie Episodic, Shorts & Special Event Selections For 2018 Film Festival
by A.A. Cristi - December 04, 2017

Works selected across the new Indie Episodic, Shorts and Special Events sections of the 2018 Sundance Film Festival were announced today, underlining Sundance Institute's commitment to showcasing bold independent storytelling, regardless of form, format or length....


Sundance Institute Announces Indie Episodic, Shorts & Special Event Selections For 20 Photo Sundance Institute Announces Indie Episodic, Shorts & Special Event Selections For 2018 Film Festival
by A.A. Cristi - December 04, 2017

Works selected across the new Indie Episodic, Shorts and Special Events sections of the 2018 Sundance Film Festival were announced today, underlining Sundance Institute's commitment to showcasing bold independent storytelling, regardless of form, format or length....


BWW Interview: Many Voices, Many Steps, One Dream- The Intern Program at Maine State Music Theatre
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - September 20, 2015

Each year some two dozen young theatre professionals make their way to Brunswick, Maine, to take part in a dynamic summer program that is both educational and experiential. They come to fill performance, production, and administrative internships at one of New England's leading regional theatres. Ma...


Preview: It Ain't Easy Being Zo in Episode 6 of Docu-Series BALL IN THE FAMILY Photo Preview: It Ain't Easy Being Zo in Episode 6 of Docu-Series BALL IN THE FAMILY
by Caryn Robbins - September 27, 2017

Lonzo learns how to juggle his busy new life as a Laker in Episode 6 of BALL IN THE FAMILY airing on Facebook's Watch this Sunday, October 1....


Bravo to Premiere New Series SOUTHERN CHARM SAVANNAH, 5/8
by Caryn Robbins - March 29, 2017

Bravo Media takes viewers past the antebellum walls for an inside look into the posh society of Savannah, Georgia, with its new series SOUTHERN CHARM SAVANNAH, premiering Monday, May 8 at 10pm ET/PT....


FST to Present LAUGHING MATTERS (VOL. 5)
by Tyler Peterson - January 29, 2016

It's time to face the facts and discuss the most serious of laughing matters. Florida Studio Theatre serves up some hometown humor in the third Cabaret show of the Winter Season, Laughing Matters (vol. 5) Lock the Gates! Subscriptions for all three Cabaret shows can be purchased for as little as $39...






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