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Review Roundup: THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical Starring Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Brooks & More; What Did the Critics Think?
by Michael Major - Dec 19, 2023

Read the reviews for The Color Puprle movie musical! It stars Fantasia Barrino and Danielle Brooks reprising the roles that they previously played on Broadway, plus Taraji P. Henson, Halle Bailey, Colman Domingo, Corey Hawkins, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, and more. Find out what critics thought of Oprah Winfrey's new film now!

Application Deadline Extended For SPOTLIGHT At The Music Center
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 13, 2023

Applications for The Music Center's Spotlight are now open. Don't miss the opportunity to showcase your talent in this prestigious competition. Apply now!

Alexandra Shipp, Jeremy Jordan & More to Star in UNDERWATER Scripted Podcast
by Michael Major - Aug 28, 2023

Primarily set in a high-end island resort, the scripted podcast series follows the compelling journey of Nico, played by Jason Derulo and Ana, played by Alexandra Shipp, whose deep romantic connection is threatened by lies and deception — both Nico’s covert mission and the skeletons in Ana’s closet.

Applications Now Open For The Music Center's Spotlight, Offering More Than $100,000 In Performing Arts Scholarships And Free Artistic Development For Students
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 10, 2023

The Music Center invites all Southern California high school students interested in the performing arts to apply for The Music Center's 36th Annual Spotlight, a free nationally acclaimed competition that provides more than $100,000 in performing arts scholarships and artistic development through auditions, feedback, mastery classes taught by professional artists and arts administrators, and performance opportunities at the West Coast's leading performing arts destination.

100 Southern California High School Students Selected as Semifinalists in The Music Center's 34th Annual Spotlight Competition
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2022

The Music Center today announced 100 of Southern California's most talented high school students as semifinalists in The Music Center's 34th annual Spotlight (Spotlight) program, a free nationally acclaimed performing arts competition, scholarship and artistic development program for teens. A TMC Arts program, Spotlight provides Southern California teens with expert advice, coaching, auditions and mastery classes taught by professional artists and arts administrators.

Application Deadline Extended For The Music Center's Spotlight Competition
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 14, 2021

Southern California high school students interested in the performing arts can now apply to be a part of The Music Center's Spotlight.

BWW Review: DESIGNING WOMEN at TheatreSquared brings the Sugarbaker sass to NWA
by Theresa Bertram - Oct 4, 2021

If you were a fan of the television show Designing Women back in the 80s and early 90s (which I was), this show is for you. If you were not watching tv back then, this is still for you. Giving off a Feminist vibe with a southern spin from the moment you enter the theatre, this production covers all of today's topics including #metoo, Black Lives Matter, COVID, and Donald Trump. There is also a nod to Cardi B and the Kardashians.

Casting Complete for TheatreSquared's DESIGNING WOMEN
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2021

Broadway’s Carmen Cusack (Wicked, Bright Star, South Pacific), a Tony Award nominee, plays the indomitable Julia Sugarbaker through October 11, when she returns to Broadway in Flying Over Sunset.

TheatreSquared Announces Principal Casting For DESIGNING WOMEN
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2021

The debut cast for the show includes actors from stage and screen. Broadway's Carmen Cusack (Wicked, Bright Star, South Pacific), a Tony Award nominee, plays the indomitable Julia Sugarbaker. Amy Pietz (Caroline in the City, The Office) will portray Suzanne Sugarbaker. Actor and comedian Sarah Colonna (Shameless, Chelsea Lately) takes on the role of Mary Jo Shively, while Elaine Hendrix (Dynasty, Parent Trap) plays Charlene Frazier to round out the iconic quartet.

Applications Open for The Music Center's Spotlight, Offering Performing Arts Scholarships
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 25, 2021

Southern California high school students interested in the performing arts can now apply to be a part of The Music Center's Spotlight. Presented by TMC Arts, Spotlight provides performing arts scholarships and artistic development through arts experiences, auditions, feedback and mastery classes taught by professional artists and arts administrators, and awards more than $100,000 in scholarships each year.

Photo Flash: Wayne Brady Hosts Special Edition Of MPTF's 'Night Before' Event
by Stephi Wild - Apr 25, 2021

Last night, MPTF (Motion Picture & Television Fund) hosted the 19th annual “Night Before” party, reimagined as a special virtual edition.  Hosted by Wayne Brady, the evening raised nearly $2 million, which will be used to support those in the industry who benefit from MPTF’s charitable programs and services, especially during this unprecedented time. 

The Music Center's Spotlight Program Announces 112 Semifinalists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 8, 2021

Following two rounds of virtual auditions, The Music Center has selected 112 of Southern California’s most talented high school students as semifinalists in The Music Center’s 33rd annual Spotlight (Spotlight) program, a free nationally acclaimed arts training and scholarship program for teens.

Application Deadline for The Music Center's Spotlight Program Extended One Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2020

Centera??s Spotlight has adapted into an entirely digital program this year to ensure the safety and well-being of participants and instructors. Spotlight offers arts experiences, mentorship and performance development skills taught by professional artists and arts administrators, and awards more than $100,000 in scholarships each year. 

Applications Open For The Music Center's Spotlight Program For Teens
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2020

Southern California high school students interested in the performing arts can now apply to be a part of The Music Center's Spotlight, a free annual scholarship and arts training program. A TMC Arts program, Spotlight offers arts experiences, mentorship and workforce development skills taught by professional artists and arts administrators, and awards more than $100,000 in scholarships each year.  

The Music Center's SPOTLIGHT ACADEMY Goes Online
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 26, 2020

The Music Center has launched a new episodic series of online tutorial videos as part of The Music Center's Spotlight Academy to help aspiring young artists gain valuable insights on arts careers, workforce development skills and tips on how to apply for the organization's free, annual Music Center Spotlight arts training and scholarship program.

Roger Ebert's Film Festival Announces 2020 Dates
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 18, 2019

Roger Ebert's Film Festival, co-founded and hosted by Chaz Ebert and also known as 'Ebertfest,” announced today that the 22nd Annual Roger Ebert's Film Festival will take place April 15-18, 2020 at the Virginia Theatre in Champaign, IL with related talks and panel discussions to be held at the Hyatt Place in Champaign and at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Photo Flash: POSE Star Billy Porter Hosts DIVERSITY X DESIGN, A Benefit for DIFFA
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2018

On Saturday night in Los Angeles, Billy Porter ("POSE," "American Horror Story: Apocalypse") hosted DIVERSITY x DESIGN, an Emmy season soiree celebrating diversity, inclusion and representation on television. Presented by BOOM Events, the evening benefitted DIFFA: Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS, the national non-profit organization that raises awareness and grants funds to organizations that provide treatment, direct care services, preventive education programs and advocacy for individuals impacted by HIV/AIDS. 

CBS to Burn Off Comedies 'Me, Myself & I,' 'Living Biblically' on Today Nights Beginning Today
by BWW News Desk - Jul 7, 2018

CBS to Burn Off Comedies 'Me, Myself & I,' 'Living Biblically' today Nights Beginning 7/7

CBS to Burn Off Comedies 'Me, Myself & I,' 'Living Biblically' on Saturday Nights Beginning 7/7
by Tori Hartshorn - Jun 11, 2018

CBS to Burn Off Comedies 'Me, Myself & I,' 'Living Biblically' on Saturday Nights Beginning 7/7

Theatre LA Cares Presents First Benefit Concert TWISTED BROADWAY
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 16, 2018

Theatre LA Cares, LA newest producing company, will present its first benefit concert, TWISTED BROADWAY, on Sun. Apr. 8 at 2 PM at Studio Citys Upstairs at Vitellos, with music direction by Michael Lavine, directed by Ilene Graff, produced by Susan Grace, and hosted by Christopher Youngsman.