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Adrian Johnston & Josh Abbott Release 'What You Never Told Me'

Written with Josh Abbott and Zac Maloy (Carrie Underwood, Tim McGraw, Blake Shelton) over a Zoom call in April 2021, Adrian had just discovered she was pregnant, with her co-writers being some of the first to find out. The first time mom, who uprooted her life in Dallas leaving her family, friends and city life.
THE CROWN, CHERNOBYL Lead 2020 BAFTA Television Awards Nominations - See Full List!

The British Academy of Film and Television Arts has today announced the nominations for the Virgin Media British Academy Television Awards and British Academy Television Craft Awards.
Full Casting Announced For JACK ABSOLUTE FLIES AGAIN at the National Theatre

As rehearsals begin, the National Theatre announce the full casting for Jack Absolute Flies Again, which will play in repertoire in the Olivier from 15 April until 25 July.
National Theatre Announces December 2019 " June 2020 Lineup; ROMEO & JULIET, SEA SICK, and More!

The National Theatre has announced its upcoming lineup for December 2019 - June 2020.
Kevin Spacey Returns to Role of CLARENCE DARROW at The Old Vic Tonight

Marking his last time on The Old Vic stage whilst Artistic Director, Kevin Spacey, returns to the iconic role of Clarence Darrow following his sell-out and critically acclaimed run of 22 performances in 2014. Clarence Darrow previews from tonight 3 March for six weeks only until 11 April.
Kevin Spacey Returns to the Role of CLARENCE DARROW at The Old Vic, March 3

Marking his last time on The Old Vic stage whilst Artistic Director, Kevin Spacey, returns to the iconic role of Clarence Darrow following his sell-out and critically acclaimed run of 22 performances in 2014. Clarence Darrow previews from 3 March for six weeks only until 11 April.
First Look - Starz's New Miniseries DANCING ON THE EDGE, Premiering Tonight

Starz is excited to announce that the U.S. television debut of the Starz Original Miniseries Event DANCING ON THE EDGE will premiere tonight, October 19th at 10pm ET/PT on STARZ, following the finale episode of 'The White Queen.'
STAGE TUBE: THE SUNSHINE BOYS Celebrates Opening at in LA - Danny DeVito, Judd Hirsch, Justin Bartha and More!

On Oct. 2, Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre's production of Neil Simon's 'The Sunshine Boys' with Danny DeVito and Judd Hirsch celebrated its opening. The show will continue through November 3, 2013. Watch the opening night video below, featuring interviews with Marilu Henner, Rhea Perlman, Robert Wuhl, Frank Kopyc, Justin Bartha, Johnnie Fiori, Danny DeVito, Judd Hirsch and more!
Photo Flash: Danny DeVito & Judd Hirsch Take First Bows in CTG's THE SUNSHINE BOYS; Plus Arrivals & Opening Night Celebration!

Last night, Oct. 2, Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre's production of Neil Simon's 'The Sunshine Boys' with Danny DeVito and Judd Hirsch opened, and will continue through November 3, 2013. Below, check out a first look at DeVito, Hirsch, and Justin Bartha's first bows, plus the starry red carpet arrivals and opening night celebration, including the cast of IT'S ALWAYS SUNNY IN PHILADELPHIA!
Photo Flash: First Look at Danny DeVito, Judd Hirsch and Justin Bartha in THE SUNSHINE BOYS at the Ahmanson

Wednesday, October 2 at 8 p.m. is the opening performance for Danny DeVito and Judd Hirsch in Neil Simon's 'The Sunshine Boys' at the Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre. Directed by Thea Sharrock, 'The Sunshine Boys' continues through November 3, 2013. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the stars onstage below!
First Look - Starz's New Miniseries DANCING ON THE EDGE, Premiering 10/19

Starz is excited to announce that the U.S. television debut of the STARZ Original Miniseries Event DANCING ON THE EDGE will premiere on Saturday, October 19th at 10pm ET/PT on STARZ
Full Cast Announced for Danny DeVito & Judd Hirsch-Led SUNSHINE BOYS at Ahmanson Theatre

"The Sunshine Boys" is written by Neil Simon and directed by Thea Sharrock. Joining previously announced cast members Danny DeVito, Judd Hirsch and David Krumholtz, are Annie Abrams, Matthew Bohrer, Benjamin Burdick, Gibby Brand, Johnnie Fiori, Frank Kopyc and PaSean Wilson.
Starz Lands BBC's Miniseries DANCING ON THE EDGE

Starz announced the U.S. television premiere of the musical drama 'Dancing on the Edge,' an original miniseries from the multi-award winning writer/director Stephen Poliakoff (Glorious 39, 'Gideon's Daughter,' 'The Lost Prince'), is set to premiere on Starz in October 2013. The riveting five-episode miniseries features original lyrics and music from the Emmy(R) Award-winning musician and composer Adrian Johnston ('Gideon's Daughter,' 'Shackleton,' Kinky Boots, Brideshead Revisited), performed by actresses Angel Coulby and Wunmi Mosaku, who sing on screen for the first time.
INTO THE WOODS Will Not Transfer to Broadway; THE SUNSHINE BOYS Delayed to 2013-14 Season

There has been buzz about the Public's starry INTO THE WOODS making the transition from Shakespeare in the Park to Broadway, as HAIR and THE MERCHANT OF VENICE did in recent seasons, but today producer Joey Parnes tells the New York Times that due to scheduling conflicts, the production will not transfer.
Danny DeVito Hoping to Bring THE SUNSHINE BOYS to Broadway in 2012/13

Danny DeVito and Richard Griffiths are currently leading THE SUNSHINE BOYS in the West End, and according to the New York Times, the show's producers are 'considering a move to New York' in what would be DeVito's Broadway debut.
Danny DeVito and Richard Griffiths- Led THE SUNSHINE BOYS Heading to Broadway?

Danny DeVito and Richard Griffiths are currently leading THE SUNSHINE BOYS in the West End, and according to the New York Times, the show's producers are 'considering a move to New York' in what would be DeVito's Broadway debut.
Photo Flash: Danny DeVito and Richard Griffiths in THE SUNSHINE BOYS at Savoy Theatre, Closing July 28

After opening to great acclaim, Thea Sharrock's production of Neil Simon's The Sunshine Boys will complete its run at The Savoy Theatre on 28 July as previously announced. With a cast led by Danny DeVito and Richard Griffiths as the ageing vaudevillian team Willie Clark and Al Lewis, The Sunshine Boys began its limited West End run in April this year. Check out photos of the pair on stage below!
Photo Flash: Inside Opening Night of THE SUNSHINE BOYS!

Thea Sharrock's production of SUNSHINE BOYS continues at the Savoy Theatre for a strictly limited run until 28 July 2012, having opened last night, May 17. The Sunshine Boys is designed by Hildegard Bechtler with lighting by Neil Austin, music by Adrian Johnston and sound by Ian Dickinson for Autograph. Joining Danny DeVito and Richard Griffiths as the ageing vaudevillian team Willie Clark and Al Lewis in Neil Simon's award-winning comedy The Sunshine Boys are Rebecca Blackstone (Miss Mackintosh), Nick Blakeley (Eddie), Peter Cadden (Voice of TV Director), Johnnie Fiori (Registered Nurse), Adam Levy (Ben Silverman) and William Maxwell (Patient). Check out photos from opening night below!
Review Roundup: Danny DeVito in THE SUNSHINE BOYS - All The Reviews

Thea Sharrock's production of THE SUNSHINE BOYS starring Danny DeVito and Richard Griffiths opened last night, 17 May, at Savoy Theatre. BroadwayWorld has gathered all of the reviews below - updating live as they come in.
Photo Flash: First Look at Richard Griffiths and Danny DeVito in THE SUNSHINE BOYS at The Savoy

Joining Danny DeVito and Richard Griffiths as the ageing vaudevillian team Willie Clark and Al Lewis in Neil Simon's award-winning comedy The Sunshine Boys are Rebecca Blackstone (Miss MacKintosh), Nick Blakeley (Eddie), Peter Cadden (Voice of TV Director), Johnnie Fiori (Registered Nurse), Adam Levy (Ben Silverman) and William Maxwell (Patient). Check out the production photographs of the full cast in action below.

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