Lauren London

The Penny Seats Theatre Company Will Move to Downtown Ann Arbor, Partnering with Cahoots

The Penny Seats Theatre Company is joining forces with Cahoots to bring professional theater to downtown Ann Arbor. Learn more about the move and about the company's season.

VIDEO: Netflix Releases YOU PEOPLE Trailer Starring Eddie Murphy, Jonah Hill & More

Watch the video trailer for You People, starring Jonah Hill, Lauren London, David Duchovny, Nia Long, Sam Jay, Elliott Gould, Travis Bennett, Molly Gordon, Rhea Perlman, Deon Cole, Andrea Savage, Mike Epps, Emily Arlook, Alani La La Anthony, Bryan Greenberg with Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Eddie Murphy.

VIDEO: Jonah Hill, Eddie Murphy & More Star in Netflix's YOU PEOPLE Teaser Trailer

The cast includes Jonah Hill, Lauren London, David Duchovny, Nia Long, Sam Jay, Elliott Gould, Travis Bennett, Molly Gordon, Rhea Perlman, Deon Cole, Andrea Savage, Mike Epps, Emily Arlook, Alani La La Anthony, Bryan Greenberg with Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Eddie Murphy. Watch the new video trailer now!

Kenya Barris' Modern Remake Of THE WIZARD OF OZ To Feature LGBTQ+ Representation And More

Black-ish creator Kenya Barris will write and direct a re-imagined version of the Wizard of Oz featuring a culturally diverse cast and will explore modern themes including race, class, gender, and sexuality.

Kenya Barris to Write & Direct Reimagined WIZARD OF OZ Film

Black-ish creator Kenya Barris will write and direct a reimagined version of the Wizard of Oz. Plot details for the new film are currently be kept under wraps, other than that it will be a 'modern reimagining' of the classic movie musical. The deal closed last week with Sheila Walcott overseeing for the studio.

VIDEO: Watch the Trailer fo Netflix's TRUE STORY

A tour stop in Kid’s (Kevin Hart) hometown of Philadelphia becomes a matter of life and death for one of the world's most famous comedians when the consequences of a lost evening with his wayward older brother (Wesley Snipes) threaten to destroy everything he’s built. Watch the trailer now!

TRUE STORY Series Starring Kevin Hart & Wesley Snipes to Premiere on Netflix

A tour stop in Kid’s (Hart) hometown of Philadelphia becomes a matter of life and death for one of the world's most famous comedians when the consequences of a lost evening with his wayward older brother (Snipes) threaten to destroy everything he’s built.

The Richard Lawson Studios Master Class Series Continues  In May With Casting Director Kimberly Hardin

On May 1st, Master Teacher Richard Lawson will be joined by casting director Kimberly Hardin. Twenty actors will be given the opportunity to have their self-tape auditions assessed and redirected by Mr. Lawson and Ms. Hardin. Classes take place Saturday mornings at 10 AM PST via Zoom.

Tasha Smith Expands Her TSAW Actors Workshop With Online Classes

 Launching on August 31st, Tasha's accredited actor resource, TSAW, will expand its classes to students online - making it possible for actors at different stages in their careers to continue to safely hone their craft during the unexpected COVID-19 health crisis. 

BET Networks Announces Second Season Pick Up For GAMES PEOPLE PLAY

Today BET Networks announced the second season pick-up for its smart, sexy drama series “GAMES PEOPLE PLAY.” Starring Lauren London, Sarunas J. Jackson, Parker McKenna Posey, Karen Obilom and Jackie Long, season one of “GAMES PEOPLE PLAY” followed a desperate basketball wife trying to protect her family, a tenacious journalist struggling to rebuild a tarnished career, and a scandalous groupie looking to become a star, who all find it is murder trying to stay on top. In April 2019, fans were introduced to their newest guilty pleasure which left them at the edge of their seats every episode, culminating with the “killer” season one ending. Season two cast members will be announced at a later date.

The Penny Seats Theatre Announces Residency At Stone Chalet Bed And Breakfast Inn And Event Center

The Penny Seats Theatre Company is proud to announce that it will take up residency at Stone Chalet Bed and Breakfast Inn and Event Center on Washtenaw Avenue in Ann Arbor. Beginning in 2020, the Inn's Event Center will house all Penny Seats work, including rehearsals and performances throughout the year, with the exception of the group's annual summer outdoor shows in Ann Arbor's West Park.

Underground Hip Hop Artist Teez Drops Breezy New Single MURDA

Birthed by the biggest little city, nurtured in the shadows of the Sierra Mountains, is a Tongan rap artist (Taholo Vainuku), who in honor of his people, goes by the stage name of Teez. He is set to release his powerful debut album R.E.N.O (Real Everything No Ops) on Friday, September 27th via tastemaker label Mensch House Records! Teez has already released the sweet first single off the album “Lit Bae,” and premiered themusic video for it on Ghettoblaster Magazine. The breezy second single “Murda” drops today, and is a positive song perfect for driving down the highway along the beach!

Rap Artist-Teez Drops New Single LIT BAE Off His Upcoming Debut Album

He is set to release his powerful debut album R.E.N.O on Friday, September 27th via tastemaker labelMensch House Records! The breezy first single off the album “Lit Bae” is available now on all streaming platforms.

Lauren London, Parker McKenna Posey & Karen Obilom To Star In Tracey Edmonds' GAMES DIVAS PLAY

Deadline reports that Lauren London, Parker McKenna Posey and Karen Obilom will play the leads in Games Divas Play, BET's hour-long scripted drama series from executive producer Tracey Edmonds. 

Nipsey Hussle Unveils DOUBLE UP (FEAT. BELLY & DOM KENNEDY) Visual

Atlantic Records and All Money In recording artist Nipsey Hussle has unveiled the highly anticipated new video for “Double Up (Feat. Belly & Dom Kennedy).” The epic visual – directed by Hussle's longtime collaborator, Directed By Sergio (“Last Time That I Checc'd (Feat. YG),” “Rap Niggas,” “Hussle & Motivate”), and featuring cameos from Lauren London, Jackie Long (ATL), Dave East, and Jay 305 – premiered exclusively via Billboard and is streaming now HERE.

Lifetime Announces 'It's a Wonderful Lifetime' Programming Slate

Christmas is coming early this year! Lifetime sleighs the 2018 holiday season this year with the network's It's a Wonderful Lifetime lineup, featuring 14 all-new original movies and nine acquired films. Kicking off on November 21 with a special week featuring five nights of premieres, each week of the holiday season will feature new movies every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, it was announced today by Tanya Lopez, EVP, Movies, Limited Series and Original Movie Acquisitions, Lifetime and LMN.

VIDEO: Nipsey Hussle Drops Short Film For 'Hussle & Motivate' Off Newly Released Debut Album

Coming off of an amazing All Star weekend takeover after releasing his long awaited debut album, Nipsey Hussle continues to take his “Victory Lap” with the release of visuals for “Hustle & Motivate” in the form of a short film starring Lauren London.

PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Flying to Penny Seats' Summer Home at West Park

The Penny Seats Theatre Company has announced that Peter and the Starcatcher, the second show of its seventh summer season, will open today, July 13th. The story is a clever and imaginative prequel to J.M. Barrie's classic tale, Peter Pan. 

PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Flying to Penny Seats' Summer Home at West Park

The Penny Seats Theatre Company has announced that Peter and the Starcatcher, the second show of its seventh summer season, will open on Thursday, July 13th. The story is a clever and imaginative prequel to J.M. Barrie's classic tale, Peter Pan. 

The Penny Seats to Present World Premier of THE RENAISSANCE MAN

The Penny Seats Theatre Company is thrilled to announce that its seventh summer season this year will open on Thursday, June 15th with The Renaissance Man, a World Premier from renowned Michigan playwright, Joseph Zettelmaier. The story is comedic riff on Macbeth set in the modern day at a local Renaissance Faire. It joyfully follows the lives of workers at the Faire, asking whether a disgruntled knight can-or should-take the Faire back to its Renaissance roots. Zettelmaier's work retains fundamental elements of Shakespeare's play, while exploring just how funny the story can be in context.