Darren Criss To Host and Perform at MPTF NextGen Summer Party Fundraiser To 'Take Care of Our Own'
by Michael Major - Jul 18, 2023
The NextGen Summer Party Host Committee includes Cynthia Addai-Robinson, Camilla Belle, Matt Bomer, Yvette Nicole Brown, Sherry Cola, Lana Condor, Colman Domingo, Janina Gavankar, Jason George, Max Greenfield, Harvey Guillén, Olivia Holt, Glen Powell, Harry Shum Jr., Tiffany Smith, and more.
Disney Television Discovers: Talent Showcase Actors Revealed
by Michael Major - Nov 28, 2022
In its 21st year, ABC Entertainment Talent and Casting is excited to present emerging talent from coast to coast with 2022’s Disney Television Discovers: Talent Showcase. As a part of their continued commitment to creating opportunities for rising artists to be discovered, nurtured and celebrated.
Photos: Ben Platt, Kristen Bell & More on THE PEOPLE WE HATE AT THE WEDDING Red Carpet
by Michael Major - Nov 17, 2022
The film follows struggling American siblings Alice (Bell) and Paul (Platt), who reluctantly agree to attend the wedding of their estranged, wealthy half-sister (Cynthia Addai-Robinson) in the English countryside alondside their mother, Donna (Allison Janney). Check out photos from the red carpet premiere now!
VIDEO: Ben Platt & Kristen Bell Star in THE PEOPLE WE HATE AT THE WEDDING Trailer
by Michael Major - Oct 19, 2022
The film follows struggling American siblings Alice (Kristen Bell) and Paul (Ben Platt), who reluctantly agree to attend the wedding of their estranged, wealthy half-sister (Cynthia Addai-Robinson) in the English countryside alondside their mother, Donna (Allison Janney). Watch the new video trailer now!
Ben Platt & Kristen Bell-Led THE PEOPLE WE HATE AT THE WEDDING to be Released on Prime Video in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2022
The People We Hate at the Wedding, starring Allison Janney, Kristen Bell, Ben Platt, Cynthia Addai-Robinson, Karan Soni, Dustin Milligan, Tony Goldwyn, Isaach De Bankolé, Jorma Taccone, Julian Ovenden, and John Macmillan will be released on Prime Video on November 18, 2022.
Hollywood Critics Association Announce Presenters & Hosts
by Michael Major - Aug 9, 2022
The HCA reveals a line up of presenters including; Alfonso Herrera, Ana de la Reguera, Auli'i Cravalho, Celina Smith, Chloe Cherry, Colman Domingo, Danny Pudi, Dichen Lachman, Garret Dillahunt, Genevieve Angelson, Hannah Waddingham, Johnny Sibilly, James Lance, Jaren Lewison, Jasmine Cephas Jones, Michelle Visage, and more.
Disney Announces Talent Showcase in Honor of 20 Year ABC Partnership
by Michael Major - Dec 6, 2021
Disney Television Discovers: Talent Showcase has served as a launching pad for new artists, previous members include Lupita Nyong'o, Chadwick Boseman, Ali Stroker, Ginda Rodriguez, Carrie Ann Inaba, Jesse Williams, Alexandra Shipp, Meghan Markle, and more.
City Of Hope Announces Inaugural Dine In For Health Justice
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 23, 2020
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The 18th Annual ABC DISCOVERS: LOS ANGELES Talent Showcase to Be Presented Wednesday, Oct. 16
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Oct 16, 2019
ABC Talent and Casting will present the 2019 ABC Discovers: Los Angeles Talent Showcase on WEDNESDAY, OCT. 16, at the El Portal Theatre for the Performing Arts in North Hollywood, California. Part of Walt Disney Television's ongoing commitment to creating opportunities for undiscovered talent, the showcase features selected participants performing in a one-night showcase for casting directors, talent agents, managers and other industry professionals. In addition, the selected showcase actors are awarded a one-year mentorship with executives from the ABC Casting Department. As part of the mentorship, the showcase actors will be offered on-camera workshops specifically for them to further hone their craft and auditioning skills. Talent will also have access to various ABC executives.
Award-Winning Film CLOSURE Sets Theatrical Debut
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Oct 3, 2019
Indie Rights, 5100 Films, 103rd Street Productions, Kampfire Films, Red Spear Productions and Kristen Moser are thrilled to announce the theatrical release of Writer/Director Alex Goldberg's Award-winning feature film CLOSURE. The film will play at Arena Cinelounge (6464 Sunset Blvd. Hollywood, CA 90028) Friday, October 18 at 8:15 pm through Thursday, October 24th at 6:00pm. Additionally, later this month Indie Rights will be debuting CLOSURE at the American Film Market.
ABC DISCOVERS: NEW YORK TALENT SHOWCASE to Take Place Today
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 17, 2019
ABC Talent and Casting will present the 2019 ABC Discovers: New York Talent Showcase, TUESDAY, SEPT. 17, at the New World Stages – Stage 2, in New York City. Part of Walt Disney Television's ongoing commitment to creating opportunities for undiscovered talent, the showcase features selected participants performing in a one-night showcase for casting directors, talent agents, managers and other industry professionals. In addition, the selected showcase actors are awarded a one-year mentorship with executives from ABC Casting. As part of the mentorship, the showcase actors will be offered on-camera workshops specifically for them to further hone their craft and auditioning skills. Talent will also have access to various ABC executives.
BET Networks Announces New Legal Thriller SACRIFICE Starring Paula Patton
by Kaitlin Milligan - Aug 15, 2019
Today, BET Networks announced the production of a new original movie 'SACRIFICE' starring Paula Patton ('Hitch,' 'Precious'). 'SACRIFICE' takes place in Los Angeles following Daniella Hernandez, played by Patton, a highly sought after entertainment lawyer. The legal thriller tracks Daniella as she navigates the nefarious lives of her rich and famous clients. Daniella has a reputation that proves problematic to LA Law enforcement, forcing her to be at odds with her sorority sister turned nemesis District Attorney Beverly Rucker. In an attempt to protect her often unscrupulous clients, Daniella enlists the services of her resourceful assistant and a young ex-hacker and tech genius. 'SACRIFICE' is executive produced, written, and directed by Chris Stokes. Marques Houston also serves as the film's co-executive producer for Footage Films. Principal photography for 'SACRIFICE' took place in New Orleans. 'SACRIFICE' will premiere on BET's new streaming service BET+ in 2020.
Starz Takes Over Madison Square Garden for POWER Season Six Premiere Event
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jun 7, 2019
Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), today announced that the premiere event for the sixth season of the hit STARZ Original series 'Power' will be held at The World's Most Famous Arena, Madison Square Garden, on Tuesday, August 20, 2019. The all-new super-sized, 15-episode season of 'Power' will debut on Sunday, August 25, 2019 at 8:00 PM ET/PT on STARZ and will be available on the STARZ app and STARZ ON DEMAND starting at 12:01 AM on that day.
Playwright Alex Goldberg's Film CLOSURE To Premiere At DCIFF
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2018
5100 Films, 103rd Street Productions, Kampfire Films, Red Spear Productions and Writer/Director Alex Goldberg (Off Broadway's It Is Done) are pleased to announce the World Premiere of Goldberg's CLOSURE at the D.C. Independent Film Festival. The festival, which takes place February 14 -19, 2018, was founded in 1999 to nurture independent film. CLOSURE will World Premiere at 7:45pm on Saturday Feb 17th. For tickets please click here.