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Musical Film KILLIAN & THE COMEBACK KIDS Featuring Taylor A. Purdee & More to Arrive on Digital Platforms in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 7, 2022

In August, film distributor Hope Runs High will release its latest feature film across VOD platforms — bringing the much-lauded “Killian & the Comeback Kids” to a national audience outside of its 30 city theatrical release.

Photos: Inside The NYC Premiere Of KILLIAN & THE COMEBACK KIDS
by Robert Diamond - Sep 17, 2021

The NYC premiere of the new music film Killian & the Comeback Kids from writer/director Taylor A. Purdee.

Meet the Stars of the New Musical Film KILLIAN & THE COMEBACK KIDS Opening Night
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 16, 2021

'Killian & the Comeback Kids' opens September 17th only in theatres. The cast will be making a special appearance Friday, September 17th at the AMC Empire 25 in Times Sq for a conversation with a surprise guest moderator.

ABC DAYTIME: BACK ON BROADWAY Raises $130,565 for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 17, 2021

The fan-inspiring, steamy stream of ABC Daytime: Back on Broadway, a nostalgic evening of song and conversation with the stars of All My Children, One Life to Live and General Hospital, raised $130,565 to benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, the philanthropic heart of Broadway.

VIDEO: Watch Soap Stars Unite for ABC DAYTIME: BACK ON BROADWAY; Streaming Through February 15
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2021

The daytime TV stars align for ABC Daytime: Back on Broadway, a musical celebration featuring actors from All My Children , One Life to Live and General Hospital that's now streaming on demand through Monday, February 15, 2021. The online event is produced by and benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

VIDEO: Kelly Ripa Talks ABC DAYTIME: BACK ON BROADWAY, Raising Money for Broadway Cares
by Sarah Leiber - Feb 11, 2021

Kelly talks about the ABC Daytime: Back on Broadway airing on February 11, raising money for Broadway Cares.

Virtual Theatre Today: Thursday, February 11- with Kyle Taylor Parker, Renée Elise Goldsberry and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 11, 2021

Today (February 11) in live streaming: a Love Boat reunion on Stars in the House, Kyle Taylor Parker visits Backstage Live, and more!

Tonya Pinkins and More Added to ABC DAYTIME: BACK ON BROADWAY CONCERT, Virtual Meet and Greets Announced
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2021

Fans of All My Children, One Life to Live & General Hospital will have the opportunity to meet their favorite actors in one-on-one video chats on Saturday, February 13, 2021, to benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. The private chats follow the actors’ appearances in the streamed concert ABC Daytime: Back on Broadway on Thursday, February 11.

Renée Elise Goldsberry, Susan Lucci, Cameron Mathison and More to Take Part in ABC DAYTIME: BACK ON BROADWAY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2021

Your favorite stars from the celebrated ABC Daytime dramas “All My Children,” “One Life to Live” and “General Hospital” will reunite Thursday, February 11, 2021, for ABC Daytime: Back on Broadway, a one-night-only streaming concert, produced by and benefiting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Photo Flash: Inside the KILLIAN & THE COMEBACK KIDS Teaser Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 14, 2020

A crowd of stars from across the generations and the arts turned up for a short sneak peak of the new music film “Killian & the Comeback Kids,” at Viacom HQ in NYC before the city’s shutdown. 

Folk-Rock Music Film KILLIAN & THE COMEBACK KIDS Sets Theatrical Release
by Kaitlin Milligan - Aug 3, 2020

Hope Runs High has acquired theatrical rights to writer/director Taylor A. Purdee’s debut narrative film, folk-rock musical Killian & the Comeback Kids. The film is currently slated for a theatrical launch in late August adding new states and territories on an extended rolling basis as regions re-open. 

The Cumberland Kids Release New Track Written For Upcoming Music Film 'Killian & The Comeback Kids'
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 30, 2020

July 31st sees the release of folk-rock group The Cumberland Kids' new track Rose. Originally written by the duo for the upcoming musical film Killian & the Comeback Kids, the group says that they hope this paired back arrangement reflects 'our roots in folk music and all that time Taylor spent busking on the street in NY, but still staying true to what the spirit and scope of the film is all about.' Killian & the Comeback Kids, is rumored to hit theatres late this summer, though it has been subject to a number of date changes over the course of the pandemic, and the duo is as eager as anyone to find out when the film can have it's bow.

Drama Performer Pre-Nominations Announced for the 46th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 19, 2019

The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) today announced the Drama Performer Pre-Nominations for the 46th Annual Daytime Emmy® Awards.

NATAS Announces the DAYTIME EMMYS Drama Performer Pre-Nominations
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 24, 2019

The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) today announced the Drama Performer Pre-Nominations for the 46th Annual Daytime Emmy® Awards.

DAYS OF OUR LIVES Stars Return to Universal CityWalk for 'Day of Days' Fan Event
by Kaitlin Milligan - Oct 17, 2018

To celebrate one of the most iconic and enduring series on daytime television, the stars of NBC's long-running drama “Days of our Lives” will be meeting fans at the “Day of Days” fan event on Saturday, Nov. 10 at Universal CityWalk, located adjacent to Universal Studios Hollywood.

New Movie About Life And Folk Rock, KILLIAN AND THE COMEBACK KIDS Features Stars From Daytime, Theater And NYC Musicians
by Julie Musbach - Mar 20, 2018

Killian and the Comeback Kids is a movie about the power of music. It's the story of a bi-racial man who lands back in his hometown in rural America after an exorbitantly priced education. Back in his failing hometown, a chance encounter with a childhood acquaintance gives the summer new direction. The two throw together a rag-tag band of other 'failed' locals for one shot to play the huge local music festival. It's a story of hopes, dreams and music.

Stars of NBC's 'Days of Our Lives' Return to Universal CityWalk for Annual 'Days of Days' Fan Event
by TV News Desk - Sep 7, 2017

To celebrate one of the most iconic and enduring series on daytime television, the stars of NBC's long-running drama 'Days of our Lives' will be meeting fans at the 'Day of Days' fan event on Saturday, Nov. 11 at Universal CityWalk, located adjacent to Universal Studios Hollywood.

Obituary For Broadway Talent Agent Mark Schlegel
by Alan Henry - Aug 28, 2017

Mark A. Schlegel, aged 57, a longtime resident of Oradell, NJ passed away on Sunday, August 13th. Born in Peoria, Illinois, Mark graduated from Plymouth High School in Indiana, and received a communications degree from DePauw University in 1981.

Drama Performer Pre-Nominations Announced for 43rd ANNUAL DAYTIME EMMY AWARDS
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 27, 2016

The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) today announced the Drama Performer Pre-Nominations for the 43rd Annual Daytime Emmy® Awards.

TheatreZone Box Office Re-Opens Today
by BWW News Desk - Sep 1, 2015

The on-site box office at the G&L Theatre, home to Equity theater group TheatreZone, re-opens on a new day, today, September 1, at 10 am reports artistic director Mark Danni. The new box office hours are 10 am until 1 pm every Today throughout the 2015-16 season and one hour before performances on show days.