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Wynn Handman, Director and Co-Founder of the American Place Theatre, Dies at 97
by Stephi Wild - Apr 13, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Wynn Handman, co-founder of the American Place Theatre, has died at age 97. Handman's daughter, Laura Handman, confirmed that his cause of death was COVID-19-related illness.

Tina Fey, Bill Nye, Ellen Burstyn and More Join 10th Anniversary World Science Festival Lineup
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2017

The World Science Festival has announced complete programming for the  10th anniversary Festival, which will bring science to the crossroads of the world, Times Square, and to locations across the five boroughs of New York City, with more than 50 events, May 30 - June 4, 2017.

Joshua Bell, Renee Fleming & Pilobolus to Launch 10th Annual World Science Festival in NYC
by BWW News Desk - Apr 26, 2017

The World Science Festival will culminate its groundbreaking first decade by bringing science to the crossroads of the world, Times Square, and to locations across New York City's five boroughs, with more than 50 events, May 30 - June 4, 2017.

Students, Guest Speakers Set for TED Talk at Benjamin Middle School
by BWW News Desk - Mar 17, 2017

The Benjamin Middle School in North Palm Beach will be presenting a TEDx Talk event in the Barker Performing Arts Center on Friday, March 24. TEDx are independently licensed TED Talk events. The Benjamin Middle School - not the high school - is located at 11000 Ellison Wilson Road in North Palm Beach.

10th Annual World Science Festival Returns this Spring
by BWW News Desk - Mar 3, 2017

The World Science Festival is pleased to announce that its tenth annual flagship Festival will fill performing arts centers, museums, lecture halls, laboratories, parks, waterways and other locations across New York City's five boroughs, May 30 - June 4, 2017.

HUMOR FOR HUMANITY: JIMMY TINGLE IN THE AGE OF TRUMP at Gloucester Stage
by BWW News Desk - Jan 24, 2017

Gloucester Stage Company presents Humor for Humanity: Jimmy Tingle in the Age of Trump at 7:30 pm on Saturday, January 28 at Gloucester Stage Company, 267 East Main Street, Gloucester MA. Tickets are $25.

History to Debut Original Documentary Special THIS IS HISTORY: 2016, Today
by BWW News Desk - Jan 19, 2017

By all accounts, 2016 was a truly historic year. But, how will events of the past 12 months fit into the fabric of history? HISTORY(R) tackles this question in an original documentary special, 'THIS IS HISTORY: 2016,' airing Monday, December 19 at 10pm ET/PT.

History to Debut Original Documentary Special THIS IS HISTORY: 2016, 1/19
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 12, 2016

By all accounts, 2016 was a truly historic year. But, how will events of the past 12 months fit into the fabric of history? HISTORY(R) tackles this question in an original documentary special, 'THIS IS HISTORY: 2016,' airing Monday, December 19 at 10pm ET/PT.

JIMMY TINGLE FOR PRESIDENT Brings Funniest Campaign in History to Gloucester Stage 10/29
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 26, 2016

Gloucester Stage Company and Cape Ann Community Cinema and Stage present Jimmy Tingle for President at 7:30 pm on Saturday, October 29 at Gloucester Stage Company, 267 East Main Street, Gloucester MA. Tickets are $25. For tickets and further information, visit www.gloucesterstage.com or call 978-281-4433. From 60 Minutes II and MSNBC, comedian and commentator Jimmy Tingle captures the sweet spot between Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert. His unique brand of topical yet timeless comedy is as insightful as it is hilarious. Jimmy Tingle will make you laugh, make you think, and make you feel better with his clean, funny intelligent humor for audiences of all ages.

Transgender Actress/Activist Shakina Nayfack Featured on NPR's THE TAKEAWAY
by BWW News Desk - Sep 20, 2016

Transgender actress/activist Shakina Nayfack appeared on NPR's The Takeaway with John Hockenberry, in response to Jeffery Tambor's Emmy Award-winning speech for his role of 'Maura Pfefferman' in the Amazon show, 'Transparent.

AUDIO: Anna Deavere Smith Talks of America's New Oral History of Gun Violence and The Black Lives Matter Movement
by Michael Dale - Jul 13, 2016

The solo performer who specializes in oral history theatre talks of the recent tragedies caused by gun violence.

ArtsRock to Appoint Elliott Forrest as New Executive Director
by Jessica Fallon Gordon - Jun 17, 2016

The Board of ArtsRock has announced that Elliott Forrest, Artistic Director of the organization from its inception in 2008 will become the non-profit's first Executive Director starting July 1, 2016. Forrest will remain as Artistic Director in addition to his new role for ArtsRock who served over 2,000 audience members during their 2015-2016 Winter/Spring Season. Offering residents in and around Rockland County access to professional arts and multi-cultural programs all at reasonable ticket prices.

Jimmy Tingle Coming to Ocean State Theatre, 9/20
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 2, 2015

Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), the not-for-profit professional theatre company, which recently completed its third season in its state-of-the-art theatre in Warwick, along with the legendary comedy club, Catch A Rising Star, are proud to announce the appearance of comedian Jimmy Tingle at Ocean State Theatre for one performance only on Sunday, September 20 at 7:30pm.

Atlantic for Kids' 2015-16 Season to Feature World Premiere Musicals
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 16, 2015

Atlantic Theater Company has announced its 2015-2016 Atlantic for Kids season including the world premiere musicals The Velveteen Rabbit and The Pirate La Dee Da.

A.R.T. Institute to Present 'MUCH ADO' & 'DESDEMONA'
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 29, 2015

The American Repertory Theater/Moscow Art Theater School Institute for Advanced Theater Training, presents the last two productions of its season, William Shakespeare's comedy Much Ado About Nothing, directed by Anya Safir, and Paula Vogel's Desdemona: A Play About a Handkerchief, directed by Melia Bensussen.

WNYC & WQXR to Present A CHRISTMAS CAROL: A LIVE RADIO DRAMA, 12/8
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 24, 2014

On Monday, December 8th at 5pm and 7pm, WNYC and WQXR will host the fifth annual presentation of A CHRISTMAS CAROL: A Radio Drama, written by Arthur Yorinks and inspired by the Charles Dickens classic, performed by station hosts and special guests.

Bryan Cranston, Alec Baldwin & More Set for Tribeca Film Festival Talks
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 17, 2014

The 2014 Tribeca Film Festival (TFF), presented by AT&T, today announced its lineup for the 2014 Tribeca Talks® and Tribeca Innovation Week's Future of Film series.

Jimmy Tingle's MAKING COMIC SENSE OF 2013 Set for ImprovBoston, 12/19
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 13, 2013

Jimmy Tingle's "Making Comic Sense of 2013,' an ImprovBoston Holiday Benefit is set for December 19th, 6:30pm at IMPROVBOSTON in CAMBRIDGE, MA. $10 tickets and available online at www.improvboston.com. In person sales available at ImprovBoston. For more information, call the box office at 617-576-1253.

Purina Hosts First-Ever Better With Pets Summit to Showcase Positive Relationships Between People and Pets
by Robert Diamond - Nov 20, 2013

Purina hosted the first-ever Better With Pets Summit on Nov. 19, bringing together remarkable thinkers from a wide spectrum of culture to help broaden and advance the way relationships between pets and people are viewed. The daylong event held in New York City featured 16 speakers, including academics, pet behavior experts, performance artists and scientists.

Jimmy Tingle to Headline Boston Comedy Arts Festival, 9/6
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 20, 2013

Boston Comedy Legend Jimmy Tingle is one of the headliners of the 5th Annual Boston Comedy Arts Festival. Known as one of the top social and political humorists in America, Tingle takes the stage Friday, September 6 at 8 p.m. Tickets cost $18 for every show and student rush tickets are available for $14 at the door. ImprovBoston is located at 40 Prospect Street. The Brattle Theatre is located at 40 Brattle Street. Tickets to the festival are available online at www.bostoncomedyarts.com.