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Cast Announced For James Ijames' GOOD BONES At The Public Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 24, 2024

The Public Theater has announced casting for the long-anticipated New York premiere of GOOD BONES written by Pulitzer Prize winner James Ijames and directed by Public Theater Associate Artistic Director/Resident Director Saheem Ali.

ABC Casting Unveils D-DAY: AN ORIGINAL WORKPLACE COMEDY Talent Showcase
by Josh Sharpe - May 30, 2024

For the first time in its 22-year history, the Disney Television Discovers: Talent Showcase will debut an ensemble piece – “D-DAY: An Original Workplace Comedy” – born out of ABC Casting’s continued commitment for rising artists to be discovered, nurtured and celebrated.

Photos: See First Look Photos for STARZ Limited Series THREE WOMEN
by Josh Sharpe - May 30, 2024

STARZ has announced the premiere date for its limited event series “Three Women.” The intimate, haunting portrayal of female desire based on the instant #1 New York Times bestselling book of the same name from literary sensation Lisa Taddeo will premiere Friday, September 13 at midnight on the STARZ app. On linear, it will debut on STARZ at 10:00 PM ET/PT in the U.S. Take a look at the new photos from the show!

IMAGINARY Will Be Available Next Month to Stream and on Blu-ray
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2024

Keep your new best friend forever when IMAGINARY arrives on Electronic Sell-Through May 7 and Blu-ray (+ DVD and Digital), and DVD from Lionsgate.

Meet the Cast of THE OUTSIDERS, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2024

The Broadway premiere of The Outsiders, the new musical based on the novel by S.E. Hinton & Francis Ford Coppola’s film, begins previews tonight, Saturday, March 16. Meet the cast of The Outsiders here!

Interview: Betty Buckley on Adding IMAGINARY to Her Horror Film Résumé
by Michael Major - Mar 8, 2024

Since her film debut in Carrie, Betty Buckley has carved out a lengthy history with horror movies. BroadwayWorld caught up with Buckley to discuss working with Jason Blum on her new film, Imaginary, how she got her start in horror films with Carrie, and how she created her new short film, The Mayfly.

Betty Buckley to Return to Joe's Pub for Six Shows in May 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 14, 2023

Betty Buckley is set to return to Joe's Pub this spring. Learn more details and see how to purchase tickets!

Video: Watch Betty Buckley In the IMAGINARY Horror Movie Trailer
by Michael Major - Nov 16, 2023

From Blumhouse, the masterminds behind FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S and M3GAN, comes an original horror that taps into the innocence of imaginary friends – and begs the question: Are they really figments of childhood imagination or is something more terrifying lying just beneath? Watch the video trailer for IMAGINARY, featuring Betty Buckley.

Audition for Atlantic Acting School's Evening Conservatory
by Atlantic Theater Company - Aug 16, 2023

Atlantic Acting School trains actors to build a solid foundation in the Atlantic Technique, with training that balances development of analytical, physical, and collaborative skills. Working as an ensemble, actors learn the importance of interdependence, and experience both individual and collective growth. 

Blog: Atlantic Acting School Abroad
by Atlantic Theater Company - Jul 13, 2023

Atlantic Acting School is on the road this summer and wants to meet you! Come join us at an Open House in Prague, London, or Copenhagen.

Annette Bening, Laura Dern, Michael C. Hall, and More Join WAR UNFOLDING Documentary
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 1, 2023

Sypher Studios have announced its upcoming documentary, War Unfolding, narrated by four-time Oscar nominee Annette Bening and featuring an all-star cast including Eliza Bennett, Rachel Bloom, Gary Cole, Abigail Cowen, Oscar-winner Laura Dern, Monique Edwards, SAG Award winner Michael C. Hall, SAG Award winner Kelvin Harrison Jr., Golden Globe winner Paul Walter Hauser, Thurn Hoffman, Richard T. Jones, Jay Lee, Erick Lopez, Sandra Seacat, Oscar-winner Wes Studi, DeWanda Wise, and others.

STARZ Nabs THREE WOMEN Starring Shailene Woodley, Betty Gilpin, Dewanda Wise & Gabrielle Creevy
by Michael Major - Mar 2, 2023

The series stars Shailene Woodley (“Big Little Lies,” The Descendants), Betty Gilpin (“Gaslit,” “GLOW”), DeWanda Wise (“She’s Gotta Have It,” Jurassic World: Dominion), Gabrielle Creevy (“In My Skin,” “The Pact”), Blair Underwood (“In Treatment, Impeachment: American Crime Story,” “Your Honor”), and more.

Viola Davis, Jeff Daniels, Billy Porter And More Among 2023 Audie Award Finalists
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 23, 2023

The Audio Publishers Association has announced finalists for the 2023 Audie Awards®, the premier awards program recognizing distinction in audiobooks and spoken-word entertainment. Winners across 26 competitive categories will be revealed at the Audie Awards Gala on March 28. The ceremony will be streamed to the public from Chelsea Piers’ Pier Sixty in NYC. 

Interview: Olivia Elease Hardy Talks Originating KIMBERLY AKIMBO's 'Delia' & Her Journey to Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 21, 2022

Read BroadwayWorld's latest edition of Debut of the Month, featuring Kimberly Akimbo's Olivia Elease Hardy! Hardy discusses her journey to the Broadway stage, and how she and her character have become one!

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.

San Jose Stage to Present SEX WITH STRANGERS in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 19, 2022

San Jose Stage Company has announced the cast and creative team for the first production of its 40th Anniversary 2022-23 Season, Sex with Strangers by Laura Eason. Directed by Johnny Moreno, Sex with Strangers will run from October 12 – 30, 2022 at San Jose Stage Company.

Meet the Cast of DEATH OF A SALESMAN, Beginning Previews Tonight!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2022

Previews begin, September 17, for the 17-week engagement of Death of a Salesman. Meet the cast bringing this iconic play to life!

Extended JURASSIC WORLD DOMINION to Stream on Peacock in September
by Michael Major - Aug 19, 2022

The return of the franchise directed by Colin Trevorrow reunites two generations of Jurassic heroes, including Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum, Sam Neill, DeWanda Wise, Mamoudou Athie, BD Wong and Omar Sy. Fans can also look forward to an extended edition, featuring 14 extra minutes of the film and an alternate opening.

Renée Fleming's CITIES THAT SING Concert to Be Released in IMAX Theaters
by Michael Major - Aug 18, 2022

Renée Fleming’s Cities That Sing - Paris is directed by François-René Martin and produced by Tripp Hornick and Elmar Kruse. Executive Producers are Jason Richmond, John Turner and Bruce H. Lipnick. Additional details for Venice along with additional Renée Fleming’s Cities That Sing destinations to be announced in the coming months.

Untold Stories Selects SMOKING TIGERS Winner for $1 Million Prize at 2022 Tribeca Festival
by Michael Major - Jun 10, 2022

AT&T and Tribeca have announced SMOKING TIGERS as the winner of the AT&T Presents: Untold Stories. SMOKING TIGERS filmmakers So Young Shelly Yo (Writer/Director) and Guo Guo (Producer) will receive $1 million to produce their feature length film, which will premiere exclusively at the 2023 Tribeca Festival.