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Review: FRINGE FESTIVAL 2024: FINAL ROUNDUP at Toronto Fringe

The Toronto Fringe’s 12-day extravaganza has concluded! Over 40,000 tickets were sold to 76 different shows around the city, from companies both local and international. With plenty of free arts programming at the Fringe Tent behind the Tranzac Club, the Fringe is a thrilling glimpse into the future of Toronto theatre.
Ava DuVernay and Kenya Barris Join Issa Rae for Inaugural 'Creator Conversations' Talk at American Black Film Festival

The 28th Annual American Black Film Festival (ABFF) has announced that acclaimed artists Ava DuVernay and Kenya Barris will join festival creative director Issa Rae for “Creator Conversations.” The live event will be held on Friday, June 14th at the New World Center. The 2024 Creator Conversations program is the first of its kind, celebrating the careers of extraordinary artists. This year’s festival takes place live in Miami Beach June 12-16.
Video: Watch Gina Rodriguez & Carla Hall on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW

Join Jennifer Hudson on her show as she hosts special guests Gina Rodriguez and Carla Hall. Dive into engaging conversations and get a glimpse of the stars' latest projects. Then, Carla joins Jennifer for a cooking demo. The award-winning chef shows Jennifer how to make a delicious plate of shrimp and grits. Watch the video now!
Video: Jerrod Charmichael Tells Jennifer Hudson DREAMGIRLS Almost Sang Him 'Out of the Closet'

Join Jennifer Hudson as she hosts comedian Jerrod Charmichael on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW. Get ready for a night of laughter and entertainment with these two dynamic personalities. Jerrod tells Jennifer how her performance in “Dreamgirls” almost sang him “out of the closet” while on a date in college. Watch the video now!
Lisa Rinna Says She'll Never Return to REAL HOUSEWIVES

Lisa Rinna tells Jennifer why she admires women, including Madonna, Cher, and Demi Moore. Plus, the star shares the wisdom she’s passed on to her children and admits she thinks being in “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” cast made her a better actress. Watch the videos from the episode now!
THE COLOR PURPLE, Colman Domingo, and More Take Home NAACP Image Awards - Full List of Winners!

The 55th Annual NAACP Image Awards were announced during a ceremony on Saturday, March 16th. See the full list of winners here!
Deon Cole Comes To Newark At NJPAC, April 7

Get Ready! New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) welcomes America's funniest comedian, Deon Cole on Saturday, April 13th at 8:00 PM.
Photos: Go Inside TAO Park City at Sundance with CASAMIGOS

Check out photos from inside TAO Park City’s annual pop-up at Sundance Film Festival, featuring Aubrey Plaza, Kieran Culkin, Dylan Mulvaney, Steven Yeun, Chris Colfer, and more!
SF SKETCHFEST ​​​​​​​Kicks Off Tonight In San Francisco

SF SKETCHFEST is kicking off tonight in San Francisco! With 18 days, 17 venues, and over 200 shows featuring 600+ artists, this event is not to be missed.
Video: Netflix Drops THE VINCE STAPLES SHOW Trailer

Who's Vince Staples? Well, that's a tricky question. He's kind of famous, but he's not. He's kind of rich, but he's not. He's also kind of a criminal. But he's…not? Joining Staples in the cast are Vanessa Bell Calloway, Andrea Ellsworth, Naté Jones, Arturo Castro, Scott MacArthur, Bryan Greenberg, and Myles Bullock. Watch the video trailer now!
SF SKETCHFEST Kicks Off Next Week With Eric Idle, 200+ Shows January 18 - February 4

SF Sketchfest kicks off its 21st comedy festival with legend Eric Idle at the Castro Theatre on Thursday, January 18 followed by over 200 shows taking place through February 4 in venues across San Francisco.
GAMEPIECE " The Experimental Theatre Gameshow " Returns To The Legendary Center At West Park

Attend the one-night-only performance of GAMEPIECE, the experimental theatre Gameshow at the Center at West Park. Be part of the audience collaboration and help create the show on December 2nd, 8pm.
SF Sketchfest Unveils Lineup for 2024 Comedy Festival Featuring More Than 200 Shows

SF Sketchfest has revealed the initial lineup for the 2024 Comedy Festival in San Francisco. Tickets go on sale on November 19.
PURLIE VICTORIOUS Starring Leslie Odom, Jr. Sets September Opening Night Date on Broadway

The first Broadway revival of the American comedy Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch by legendary Ossie Davis will officially open in September. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Busta Rhymes to Receive Icon Award at 7th Annual Innovators & Leaders Awards Brunch

This exciting and unprecedented move will be unveiled with an incredible lineup of experiences and moments as we bestow upon him the prestigious Icon Award during the highly anticipated 7th Annual Innovators and Leaders Awards Brunch.
Review: ANDREA BOCELLI IN CONCERT at Target Center

What did our critic think of ANDREA BOCELLI IN CONCERT at Target Center?
Photos: First Look at GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY's Immersive KNOWHERE

Just a short 2-minute drive right off the 10 freeway, Guardians of the Galaxy fans got their first taste of Volume 3 on the way to this weekend’s Coachella music festival. Life-size recreations of the colorful spacesuits featured in the film greeted guests before entering Knowhere, a location inspired by the Guardians own homebase. Check out a first look below!
Review: THE COLOR PURPLE at The Studio Theatre

What did our critic think of THE COLOR PURPLE at The Studio Theatre?
GREC FESTIVAL de Barcelona anuncia su programación

El próximo mes de julio tendrá lugar en Barcelona el GREC FESTIVAL, que incluirá entre su programación el musical UN AMOR PARTICULAR en el Teatre Condal.
Canada's Theatre Museum Will Have New Home Within the Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre Centre

Canada’s Theatre Museum announced today that it will have a new home located in the Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre Centre beginning this Fall. In addition, Colm Feore has signed on as honorary patron for Canada’s Theatre Museum. 

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