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Big Issue Foundation and Roughhouse Theatre Join To Present UNKNOWN This Autumn
by Grace Cutler - Jul 30, 2022

Big Issue Foundation has announced that a critically acclaimed theatre production commissioned as part of Big Issue’s 30th anniversary celebrations will be staged across the UK during a month-long tour this Autumn and it is coming to THE GREENWICH THEATRE  from 18th to 22nd October.

Review Roundup: What Do Critics Think of Ryan Murphy's HOLLYWOOD?
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 29, 2020

This Friday, May 1, Netflix will debut their new limited series from Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan, HOLLYWOOD.

Review Roundup: THE LITTLE MERMAID LIVE! - What Did the Critics Think?
by Stephi Wild - Nov 6, 2019

Last night, November 5 , The Wonderful World of Disney presented The Little Mermaid Live! The production honored the 30th anniversary of the beloved animated classic with a never-before-seen hybrid format that will take viewers on a magical adventure under the sea as live musical performances by a star-studded cast are interwoven into the broadcast of the original feature film.

Review Roundup: What Did Critics Think of THE POLITICIAN?
by Julie Musbach - Sep 23, 2019

The Netflix original series from Ryan Murphy, The Politician, is prepping for its launch on September 27.

Review Roundup: What Did Critics Think of BIG LITTLE LIES Season Two?
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 31, 2019

BIG LITTLE LIES returns Sunday, June 9 exclusively on HBO. The second season of this subversive, darkly comedic drama will explore the malignancy of lies, the durability of friendships, the fragility of marriage and the vicious ferocity of sound parenting. Relationships will fray, loyalties will erode…the potential for emotional and bodily injury shall loom. 

Review Roundup: Critics Weigh In On THE HANDMAIDS TALE Season 3
by Tori Hartshorn - May 29, 2019

Ahead of its June 5 premiere on Hulu, the critics have weighed in on the third season of the Emmy winning drama THE HANDMAIDS TALE. 

FX Orders Third Season of SNOWFALL
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 19, 2018

FX has ordered a third season of Snowfall, the drama series created by John Singleton, Eric Amadio and Dave Andron, it was announced today by Eric Schrier and Nick Grad, Presidents of Original Programming for FX Networks and FX Productions. The third season will premiere on FX in 2019.

FX Orders Second Season of Groundbreaking Dance Musical Series POSE
by Tori Hartshorn - Jul 13, 2018

FX has renewed the groundbreaking dance musical series Pose, it was announced today by John Landgraf, CEO of FX Networks and FX Productions. The second season of Pose will debut in 2019 on FX.

Cast Announced For MAMMA MIA! International Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2018

Full casting has been announced for the sensational feel-good musical MAMMA MIA! which comes to Palace Theatre, Manchester from 3rd - 14th July 2018 as part of its international tour. Shona White (Donna Sheridan), Nicky Swift (Rosie), Helen Anker (Tanya), Tamlyn Henderson (Sam Carmichael), Daniel Crowder (Harry Bright), Matthew Rutherford (Bill Austin), Lucy May Barker (Sophie Sheridan), Phillip Ryan (Sky), Leisha Mollyneaux (Ali), Lottie Henshall (Lisa), Matt Jordan-Pidgeon (Pepper) and Michael Nelson (Eddie) will star in the production. At certain performances the role of Donna Sheridan will be played by Natalie Langston.

Ava DuVernay Shares Sade's FLOWER OF THE UNIVERSE From Upcoming Disney Flick A WRINKLE IN TIME
by Macon Prickett - Mar 6, 2018

Disney's A WRINKLE IN TIME Director Ava DuVernay has shared Sade's FLOWER OF THE UNIVERSE From the upcoming film via her twitter account. The official soundtrack for A WRINKLE IN TIME is set for release this Friday 3/9.

A WRINKLE IN TIME Motion Picture Soundtrack To Be Released March 9
by Macon Prickett - Feb 21, 2018

Walt Disney Records is set to release the digital version of the original motion picture soundtrack to Disney's “A Wrinkle in Time,” from visionary director Ava DuVernay on March 9th as the film opens in theaters nationwide.

VIDEO: First Look - All-New Season of THE DETOUR Returns to TBS, Today
by BWW News Desk - Jan 23, 2018

The third season of THE DETOUR premieres today, January 23rd at 10:30pm ET/PT. Check out a first look below!

Review Roundup: Is THE DISASTER ARTIST Oscar Buzz-Worthy?
by Emily Bruno - Nov 30, 2017

THE DISASTER ARTIST is based on Greg Sestero's best-selling tell-all about the making of Tommy Wiseau's cult-classic disaster piece THE ROOM ('The Greatest Bad Movie Ever Made'). The film stars James Franco, Dave Franco, and Seth Rogen. It is directed by James Franco.

VIDEO: First Look - All-New Season of THE DETOUR Returns to TBS, 1/23
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 9, 2017

The third season of THE DETOUR premieres on Tuesday, January 23rd at 10:30pm ET/PT. Check out a first look below!

Review Roundup: Jonathan Groff Stars in Netflix Drama MINDHUNTER
by Emily Bruno - Oct 12, 2017

How do we get ahead of crazy if we don't know how crazy thinks? Two FBI agents (Broadway's Jonathan Groff and Holt McCallany) set out on a sinister investigative odyssey to discover the brutal answers. MINDHUNTER launches on Netflix October 13, 2017.

Review Roundup: Did Critics Cast Their Votes for Lea-Michele Led THE MAYOR?
by Emily Bruno - Oct 3, 2017

Tonight, the new series THE MAYOR, from executive producer and Tony winner Daveed Diggs (HAMILTON), premieres on ABC at 9:30 pm/ET. The series stars GLEE alum Lea Michele (SPRING AWAKENING) as Valentina Barella, who was originally the campaign manager for the losing mayoral candidate, Ed Gunt (David Spade), but who changes sides and offers to join rapper-turned politician Courtney Rose as his chief of staff when she realizes he truly wants to make a difference in his community.

HBO to Bring THE LEFTOVERS, GIRLS & ROOM 104 to 2017 ATX Television Festival
by Caryn Robbins - May 12, 2017

The HBO series THE LEFTOVERS, GIRLS and ROOM 104 are confirmed for panels at the 2017 ATX Television Festival, which returns for its sixth year June 8-11 in Austin, Tex. In addition, Casey Bloys, president, HBO programming, will appear on the panel 'The Presidents of the State of TV.'

Review Roundup - Netflix's LEMONY SNICKET'S A SERIES OF UNFORTUNATE EVENTS
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 6, 2017

Neil Patrick Harris stars as Count Olaf in the upcoming Netflix original series LEMONY SNICKET'S A SERIES OF UNFORTUNATE EVENTS. The eight-eisode series premieres worldwide on Friday, January 13, 2017 only on Netflix.

BWW Interview: Actor Clive Francis On AN INSPECTOR CALLS
by Marianka Swain - Oct 31, 2016

Clive Francis's varied stage and screen career includes A Clockwork Orange, Entertaining Mr Sloane, the original Poldark and upcoming Netflix drama The Crown. He's currently starring in Stephen Daldry's lauded revival of An Inspector Calls at Playhouse Theatre, which begins previews on 4 November.

Richard Bean's TOAST Makes US Debut Tonight at 59E59 Theaters
by BWW News Desk - Apr 27, 2016

59E59 Theaters will host the US premiere of TOAST, written by Richard Bean and directed by Eleanor Rhode. Produced by Snapdragon Productions, in association with Jagged Fence Theatre for the 2016 Brits Off Broadway festival, TOAST begins performances today, April 20 for a limited engagement through Sunday, May 22.  Press opening is Today, April 27 at 7 PM.