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A celebrity scandal can be the undoing of even the shiniest Hollywood star. But behind every famous death or downfall is a mess of destructive friends, unfortunate circumstances and bad choices that enable the crash. Under the Influence explores the bad influences that send celebrities down the wrong path. In each one-hour episode we investigate two infamous star scandals with a fresh perspective; looking at the negative influences and the contributing factors that lead to the wildest celebrity downfalls of all time.

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THE LITTLE DOG LAUGHED Plays Silver Spring Stage, Now thru 6/8
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2013

Silver Spring Stage presents The Little Dog Laughed by Douglas Carter Beane, directed by Eric Scerbo and produced by Lennie Magida, an irresistible comedy on the adventures of a budding movie star who could hit it really big depending on how he and his agent handle his secret. The Little Dog Laughed...


Photo Flash: Brian d'Arcy James Celebrates Birthday at 54 Below with Julia Murney, Family & More
by Jessica Lewis - July 02, 2012

On Friday night, June 29th, Brian d'Arcy James (Shrek The Musical, Next to Normal, NBC's 'Smash') got a birthday surprise on the stage of 54 Below where his show, 'Under the Influence,' just closed to rave reviews on Saturday, June 30....


Brian d'Arcy James to Bring Solo Concert to 54 Below, 6/26-30
by Nicole Rosky - May 04, 2012

Two Time Tony Nominee Brian d'Arcy James, who stars on NBC's Smash and is appearing this May on The Big C on Showtime, announced today that he will be performing a week of concerts at the new space 54 Below from June 26 - June 30th....


Women's History Month Celebrated with Special Events at 6th Street Playhouse
by Harmony Wheeler - February 29, 2012

The 6th Street Playhouse has announced special event presentations marking National Women's History Month. The women in the Sonoma County are highlighted in three special events and a new stage play will a special look at female characters created by playwright Tennessee Williams....


Straight No Chaser Comes to The Fabulous Fox Theatre, 12/15; Tickets on Sale 4/30
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2013

Atlantic Records recording group Straight No Chaser has announced details of their upcoming 'Under The Influence North American Tour' which includes a one night only performance at the Fabulous Fox Theatre on Sunday, December 15th at 7 p.m....


Nick News to Premiere WHAT'S THE DEAL WITH FRACKING? Next Week, 2/25
by Tyler Peterson - February 21, 2013

In some communities, hydraulic fracturing, or fracking for short, is transforming the landscape above ground as much as it is underground and changing kids' lives for better or worse. Kids share their thoughts on this issue in the Nick News with Linda Ellerbee half-hour special, 'What's the Deal Wit...


Linda Ellerbee's ANIMALS? SHOW ME THE MONEY Premieres Tonight, 8/12
by TV News Desk - August 12, 2012

NICK NEWS WITH LINDA ELLERBEE hears from kids discussing whether or not it's fair to use animals for entertainment in the new half-hour special, ANIMALS? SHOW ME THE MONEY premiering tonight, Aug. 12, at 9:00 p.m. (ET/PT) on Nick at Nite. The special features commentary from zookeeper and TV host Ja...


Sam Creely's BARBAROUS NIGHTS to Play Invisible Dog, Begin. Tonight
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2013

Barbarous Productions will present the New York premiere of Sam Creely's Barbarous Nights, a sharp and surreal play inspired in part by the love letters of Lorca and Dali beginning tonight, July 5, 2013 through Saturday, July 13, 2013 at Invisible Dog (51 Bergen Street, Brooklyn). For more informati...


Highways Performance Space Stages FLESHEATINGTIGER Tonight
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2013

Highways Performance Space in Santa Monica has announced two performances only of Amy Tofte's FleshEatingTiger, directed by acclaimed director/choreographer Vincent Paterson, tonight and Saturday, June 21 and 22 at 8:30pm. ?...


TV EXCLUSIVE: Brian d'Arcy James Uncut Part 1: Talks SMASH, Industrials, NYC Concert & More!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - May 22, 2012

In a special two-parter, we bring you an exclusive chat with Smash star and Shrek himself, Brian d'Arcy James, one of Broadway's favorite leading men for nearly two decades. In Part 1, featured below, Brian gets candid about Smash, his early days starring in industrials, and his upcoming concert at ...


Linda Ellerbee Hosts GOING FOR THE GAMES, GLORY & GOLD on Nick News, 4/15
by TV News Desk - April 15, 2012

Nick News with Linda Ellerbee will introduce you to some dedicated and talented teen competitors who are also Olympic hopefuls in the new half-hour special, GOING FOR THE GAMES, GLORY AND GOLD:Will These Kids Make It?,' premiering Sunday, April 15, at 9:00 p.m. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon....


Nick News Presents KIDS PICK THE PRESIDENT: THE ISSUES Tonight, 9/17
by TV News Desk - September 17, 2012

Kids might not be old enough to vote yet, but they're watching, listening and have strong opinions about the campaign issues that matter most to them. Those opinions are heard in the Nick News with Linda Ellerbee special, KIDS PICK THE PRESIDENT: THE ISSUES, premiering tonight, Sept. 17, at 8 p.m. (...


Top Tracks & Albums: GATSBY Soundtrack Outsells Competition, Week Ending 5/12
by Tyler Peterson - May 12, 2013

The soundtrack to Baz Luhrmann's recently released remake of THE GREAT GATSBY, featuring tracks from Jay-Z, Beyonce, and Lana Del Ray, was the no. 1 best selling album on iTunes this week. Macklemore & Ryan Lewis' CAN'T HOLD US (Feat. Ray Dalton) topped the singles list this week....


Rebecca Luker to Perform at 54 Below, 7/6 & 7
by Caryn Robbins - June 28, 2012

Next week, for two performances only on July 6 and 7 at 8PM, 54 Below will present Tony Award nominee Rebecca Luker in an evening of Jerome Kern music....


TV EXCLUSIVE: Brian d'Arcy James Uncut Part 2: Talks SHREK, NEXT TO NORMAL, 54 Below Show & More!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - June 24, 2012

In a follow-up to Part 1 of our in-depth with Brian d'Arcy James, one of Broadway's favorite leading men for nearly two decades, Brian gets candid about his theatrical career, including TITANIC, SWEET SMELL OF SUCCESS, NEXT TO NORMAL, SHREK, and more. For all of Brian's fans, the star will be taking...


Nickelodeon to Premiere IF ONLY I WERE AN ONLY CHILD, 12/17
by Caryn Robbins - December 13, 2012

Kids across America rank the top ten ways siblings get under your skin in the half-hour Nick News with Linda Ellerbee special, IF ONLY I WERE AN ONLY CHILD, premiering Monday, Dec. 17, at 8 p.m. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon. Some of the frustrating things discussed include not sharing, copying, picking, t...


Sam Creely's BARBAROUS NIGHTS to Play Invisible Dog, 7/5-13
by Tyler Peterson - June 24, 2013

Barbarous Productions will present the New York premiere of Sam Creely's Barbarous Nights, a sharp and surreal play inspired in part by the love letters of Lorca and Dali on Friday, July 5, 2013 through Saturday, July 13, 2013 at Invisible Dog (51 Bergen Street, Brooklyn). http://Barbarousnights.net...


Timeflies Plays the Fox Theatre Tonight, 10/21
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2012

Z2 Entertainment will present Timeflies at the Fox Theatre tonight, October 21st....


Historical Fiction BRIDGE ACROSS THE LAND is Released
by Christina Mancuso - July 01, 2013

In her new book, 'Bridge across the Land' (published by Trafford Publishing), Yvonne Wang takes readers to 1241, to the time of the Mongol invasion of Europe - a time of a giant cultural collision. The Mongolian troops slaughter scores of people in Moscow, and the people of Poland fear the encroachi...


Wiz Khalifa and A$AP Rocky Announce Tour
by Kelsey Denette - April 22, 2013

The second annual Under The Influence of Music Tour will hit the road this summer, starring two of the most dynamic and exciting performers in music, Wiz Khalifa and A$AP Rocky. The expanded, 20-city epic hip-hop trek will also feature special guests B.o.B., Trinidad Jame$, Joey Bada$$ & Pro Era and...


BWW Reviews: Brian d'Arcy James' Debut Solo Concert is a SMASH at 54 Below
by Stephen Hanks - June 28, 2012

Broadway, television, and film acting veteran Brian d'Arcy James admitted he was pumped to finally perform a show of the 1980s pop songs he loves. The two-time Tony Award-nominee made a seemingly effortless transition from the Broadway stage to a nightclub stage, proving to be an energetic, engaging...


Straight No Chaser to Bring A Cappella to Detroit's Fox Theatre, 12/1; Tickets on Sale 4/30
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2013

Straight No Chaser has announced details for their upcoming 'Under The Influence North American Tour' that will bring the acclaimed a cappella group back to the Fox Theatre on Sunday, December 1 at 7 p.m. The tour will be in support of the upcoming release of the group's eagerly awaited new album, U...


Brian d’Arcy James Begins Engagement at 54 BELOW Tonight
by Kelsey Denette - June 26, 2012

Tonight, Tuesday, June 26, Tony Award nominee Brian d'Arcy James launches his New York City solo concert debut with his show "Under The Influence" at 54 Below. New York knows him from Broadway's Time Stands Still, Next to Normal, Shrek, The Lieutenant of Inishmore, The Apple Tree, Dirty Rotten Scoun...


Women's History Month Celebrated with Special Events at 6th Street Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2012

The 6th Street Playhouse has announced special event presentations marking National Women's History Month. The women in the Sonoma County are highlighted in three special events and a new stage play will a special look at female characters created by playwright Tennessee Williams....


Exclusive SOUND OFF World Premiere: Straight No Chaser & Elton John's 'Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me'
by Pat Cerasaro - April 25, 2013

Today BroadwayWorld is thrilled to present an exclusive world premiere first listen to a sensational duet from the new album UNDER THE INFLUENCE, Straight No Chaser and Elton John's 'Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me'....






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