Allen George

HBO Max to Debut Paul Newman And Joanne Woodward Documentary THE LAST MOVIE STARS

Four-time Academy Award nominee Ethan Hawke, who previously directed the highly-acclaimed documentary, “Seymour: An Introduction,” directs the six-part documentary. Academy Award-winning director, writer and producer Martin Scorsese serves as executive producer. THE LAST MOVIE STARS premiered at SXSW followed by Cannes in May.

Warner Media OneFifty Acquires UPROOTED: THE JOURNEY OF JAZZ DANCE for HBO Max

Released on HBO Max kicking off celebration of Black History Month. The documentary traces the origin in Africa and follows the evolution through each decade and genre while exploring and commenting on the political and social influences that shaped the artistry of today.

Merely Players Will Present GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS

There are no punches pulled in Merely Players Presents' (MPP) upcoming production of David Mamet's GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS. It is MPP's third full-length production of its inaugural season. Mounted in the round, this 1982 Pulitzer Prize-winner seats all playgoers ringside to experience the backroom machinations of a real estate sales force driven to fraud, thievery, and betrayal by the twin engines of the economy - fear and greed.

Damien Sneed Embarks On A 36-City 2019 North American Tour, 'We Shall Overcome: A Celebration Of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'

Multi-genre recording artist Damien Sneed embarks on a 36-city North American tour, 'We Shall Overcome: A Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.' The Sphinx Medal of Excellence recipient will bring his brand of classical, jazz, and gospel music to concert halls and universities in the U.S. and Canada. The tour kicks off at the Empire Center on Friday, January 11, 2019, at The Egg in Albany, NY, and will conclude on March 3 at the Gallo Center for the Arts in Modesto, CA.

Arena Stage's Dialogue Starters Announced For 11/11 Civil Dialogue

Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater continues to host Arena Civil Dialogues to engage the D.C.-area community. Scholar, professor and public intellectual Amitai Etzioni curates and moderates a series of discussions focusing on topics and questions in today's headlines. The next Arena Civil Dialogue will discuss what makes a great America and will be held in the Molly Smith Study at Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater from 5:30-7 p.m. on November 11, 2018.

DECADES TV Network Presents 'Dark Shadows' Barnabas Episodes Starting Halloween Week

Relive the first gothic soap opera television series Dark Shadows when Vampire Barnabas Collins arrives on DECADES TV Network every weeknight at 12 am ET beginning Monday, October 29th.  DECADES will start airing 260 episodes of the drama featuring the guilt-ridden, 175-year-old vampire as he made his first appearance, which originally aired on April 18, 1967.

Marquette Purchases Rare First Edition, First Printing Of 'The Hobbit'

Marquette University has acquired one of only 1,500 first edition, first printing copies of The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien, published in 1937, to add to its J.R.R. Tolkien Collection.

Post-Play Discussions at Philadelphia Theatre Company Following RIZZO

Philadelphia Theatre Company will host several special post-play discussions in connection with its staging of the Theatre Exile production of Rizzo by Bruce Graham, currently running through October 23 at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre (Broad and Lombard Streets) - an American Playwrights in Context (APIC) discussion on September 30; a panel of political experts on October 4, a pro-football night on October 6 and a panel on Frank Rizzo's legacy on October 14.

Salem Theatre Company Opens New Space With MEDEA Today

Salem Theatre Company brings to the stage the latest version of the Euripides classic, MEDEA. Performances begin today, March 10 and run through March 26 on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 3pm. Saturday, March 26 will offer two performances at 2pm and 7:30pm. All shows take place at the theatre's new space at Shetland Park at 35 Congress Street on the 3rd floor with readily available parking in the lot.

Salem Theatre Company Opens New Space With MEDEA This Week

Salem Theatre Company is thrilled to bring to the stage the latest version of the Euripides classic, MEDEA. Performances begin March 10 and run through March 26 on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 3pm. Saturday, March 26 will offer two performances at 2pm and 7:30pm. All shows take place at the theatre's new space at Shetland Park at 35 Congress Street on the 3rd floor with readily available parking in the lot.

Las Vegas Summons The Halloween Spirit With Terror-ific Celebrations

Las Vegas is the ultimate destination to celebrate Halloween. Visitors can expect everything from the abnormal to the paranormal this October, culminating with the annual Las Vegas Howl-O-Weekend experience Oct. 29 Nov. 2. This year's spooktacular Howl-O-Weekend consists of 10 days filled with haunted ghost tours, parades, parties, costume contests, and more.

Seth Ward Pyatt to Present ALL THE SINGLE LADIES, 5/16

Seth Ward Pyatt will present the New York City premiere of 'All the Single Ladies: A Bitter Suite,' a new musical revue, which debuted earlier this spring in St. Louis, MO. The cabaret will play the Upper West Side's Underground Lounge at 955 West End Avenue on Thursday, May 16 at 9pm. This whiskey sour of an evening is a love letter to all of us who have been single, are single, or just wish we were.

New NBC News/Marist Poll Shows Romney Gains in Key Swing States

A week after President Barack Obama's lackluster debate performance, Republican challenger Mitt Romney has made some gains in three key swing states among those most likely to vote, according to the latest round of NBC News/Wall Street Journal/Marist polls.

MTV Releases First Quarter FANTASY ELECTION '12 Statistics

MTV today announced highlights from the "first quarter" of the "MTV Fantasy Election '12" season. "Fantasy Election '12" is a first-of-its kind web and mobile game that gives young people a new way to hold candidates accountable and rewards them for getting involved in the 2012 elections.

ThanksUSA Benefit Concert Yields Five New Scholarships for U.S. Military Families

Tenor Anthony Kearns performed a magnificent concert for a magnificent cause on Presidents' Day, entertaining special guest Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell, as well as sponsors, community leaders, and members of U.S. Armed Forces. Through the generosity of the event sponsors and guests, ThanksUSA will be able to provide five new scholarships for U.S. military families.