Daniel Barnz

John Benjamin Hickey to Lead Amazon MGM Pilot BAND
by Josh Sharpe - May 29, 2024

According to reports, Tony Award-winning actor John Benjamin Hickey will be starring in a pilot for a new series from Amazon MGM Studios called Band. The series comes from real-life couple Daniel and Ben Barnz who previously helmed the Max series Genera+ion.

Outfest Screenwriting Lab Grows Partnership with Netflix to Support LGBTQIA+ Voice
by Michael Major - May 9, 2022

Outfest taps some of their most accomplished alumnus and industry leaders as mentors, including showrunners Jaclyn Moore (Dear White People, Queer as Folk), Alvaro Rodriguez (Seis Manos, American Rust), Micah Schraft (Mrs. America), Mikko Alanne (The Long Road Home), alongside writers Eduardo Cisneros, Chuck Hayward, MW Wilson.

HBO Max's GENERA+ION Returns June 17
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 26, 2021

These eight new episodes complete the sixteen-episode first season. GENERA+ION is a dark yet playful half-hour series following a diverse group of high school students whose exploration of modern sexuality (devices and all) tests deeply entrenched beliefs about life, love and the nature of family in their conservative community.

VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for HBO Max Dramedy GENERATION
by Sarah Leiber - Feb 11, 2021

An additional eight episodes comprising the second half of the season will debut later this year. GENERA+ION is a dark yet playful half-hour series following a diverse group of high school students whose exploration of modern sexuality (devices and all) tests deeply entrenched beliefs about life, love and the nature of family in their conservative community.

HBO Max Greenlights GENERATION to Series
by Kaitlin Milligan - Dec 5, 2019

 HBO Max has greenlit the half-hour dramedy, Generation, which marks the streamer's first pilot to get a full series order. The series is created by 18-year old Zelda Barnz and her father Daniel Barnz who also directs. Executive produced by Lena Dunham and Ben Barnz, Generation is a dark yet playful half-hour following a group of high school students whose exploration of modern sexuality (devices and all) tests deeply entrenched beliefs about life, love and the nature of family in their conservative community.

Film Independent Announces 2019 Directing Lab Fellows
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 6, 2019

Film Independent announced today the five directors selected for its 19th annual Directing Lab. The Lab is an intensive eight-week program designed to support emerging independent film directors on their feature films. This year's creative advisors and guest speakers include Andrew Ahn, Ruth Atkinson, Daniel Barnz, Ava Berkofsky, Destin Cretton, Catherine Hardwicke, Tina Mabry, Alex O'Flinn, Lisa Robertson, and Emily Schweber.

Ramon Rodriguez To Star in PRISM on NBC
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 20, 2019

Ramon Rodriguez is set to star opposite Malin Akerman in NBC's legal drama pilot Prism, according to Deadline.

Malin Akerman to NBC's Legal Drama Pilot PRISM
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 8, 2019

Malin Akerman will star in the NBC legal drama pilot Prism, according to Deadline. The pilot hails from Daniel and Ben Barnz's We're Not Brothers Productions, Carol Mendelsohn and Julie Weitz.

NBC Orders Drama Pilots from Dean Georgaris and Daniel Barnz
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 10, 2019

NBC has given out pilot orders to two drama projects, “Bluff City Law' and 'Prism,' according to Variety. Both orders are for the 2019-2020 season.

Whoopi Goldberg, Maggie Gyllenhaal and James Earl Jones to Knock the Ball Out of the Park for Roundabout's DAMN YANKEES Benefit
by BWW News Desk - Oct 13, 2017

Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced a special Benefit Concert Reading of Damn Yankees, the Tony award-winning musical comedy by George Abbott and Douglass Wallop with music and lyrics by Richard Adler and Jerry Ross.

BWW Reviews: The Cast of CAKE Takes The Cake
by Katricia Lang - Jan 26, 2015

CAKE is a dark, dark film with comic moments, but it deals with love as much as it deals with tragedy. We still have star-crossed lovers (Aniston and Worthington) along with our substance abuse. There's nothing more appropriate for a woman who wants depth and starred in HORRIBLE BOSSES and F.R.I.E.N.D.S.

Review Roundup: Jennifer Aniston, Anna Kendrick Star in New Drama CAKE
by Danielle DeSisto - Jan 23, 2015

Jennifer Aniston stars in the new dram CAKE, which hits theaters nationwide today.

VIDEO: Jennifer Aniston Talks New Dramatic Role in CAKE
by - Jan 21, 2015

Jennifer Aniston stopped by this morning's GMA to discuss her latest role in the drama CAKE in which she portrays Claire, a woman suffering from chronic pain. Says the actress, "I felt like I went to back to class."

VIDEO: Jennifer Aniston Talks Recent Oscar Snub for Starring Role in CAKE
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 19, 2015

Jennifer Aniston recently discussed the news that she was not recognized for an Academy Award nominations as Best Actress for her critically acclaimed role in new drama 'Cake.'

VIDEO: First Trailer for CAKE, Starring Jennifer Aniston & Anna Kendrick
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 25, 2014

Written by Patrick Tobin, CAKE stars Jennifer Aniston as the acerbic, hilarious Claire Simmons, who becomes fascinated by the suicide of Nina, a woman in her chronic pain support group. As she uncovers The Details of Nina's suicide and develops a poignant relationship with Nina's husband, Claire also grapples with her own very raw personal tragedy. The first trailer for the film has just been released - check it out below!

Real or Not Real? Meet the Full Cast of THE REAL THING, Opening Tonight on Broadway!
by Meet the Cast - Oct 30, 2014

Roundabout Theatre Company presents Tom Stoppard's Tony Award-winning play, The Real Thing, starring Ewan McGregor as 'Henry' and Maggie Gyllenhaal as 'Annie' in their Broadway debuts; Cynthia Nixon as 'Charlotte' and Josh Hamilton as 'Max.' The Real Thing officially opens tonight, October 30, 2014 at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway. Scroll down to learn more about the full cast and watch interviews with the company below!

Photo Coverage: A Birds Eye View of CAKE's TIFF Red Carpet
by Walter McBride - Sep 24, 2014

The Toronto International Film Festival recently wrapped up, showcasing a total of 393 films and 143 world premieres. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the red carpet arrivals for CAKE.

Photo Coverage: Anna Kendrick, Jennifer Aniston, and More Attend CAKE Photo Call at TIFF
by Walter McBride - Sep 13, 2014

The Toronto International Film Festival is in full swing, continuing through September 14, 2014. A total of 393 films are scheduled to be shown, including 143 world premieres. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the TIFF photo call for CAKE.

Photo Coverage: On the TIFF Red Carpet for CAKE, Starring Anna Kendrick
by Walter McBride - Sep 9, 2014

The Toronto International Film Festival is in full swing, continuing through September 14, 2014. A total of 393 films are scheduled to be shown, including 143 world premieres. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the red carpet arrivals for CAKE.

Alex Breaux and Madeline Weinstein Join Roundabout's THE REAL THING
by BWW News Desk - Aug 27, 2014

Roundabout Theatre Company has announced additional casting for The Real Thing, starring Ewan McGregor as 'Henry,' Maggie Gyllenhaal as 'Annie,' Cynthia Nixon as 'Charlotte' and Josh Hamilton as 'Max.' Tom Stoppard's Tony Award-winning play The Real Thing, directed by Sam Gold begins preview performances on Thursday, October 2, 2014 and opens officially on Thursday, October 30, 2014 at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway (227 West 42ndStreet). This is a limited engagement. The cast also includes Alex Breaux as 'Brodie' and Madeline Weinstein as 'Debbie.' Final casting to be announced.