Robert Kraft

Exclusive: Norbert Leo Butz Talks Theatre and Football Connections for AMERICAN SPORTS STORY
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 9, 2024

BroadwayWorld sat down with Norbert Leo Butz to discuss how he approached the role of Patriots coach Bill Belichick, finding his humanity, and how the worlds of football and theater are perhaps more similar than people think.

Video: Apple TV+ Debuts 'The Dynasty: New England Patriots' Trailer
by Michael Major - Jan 9, 2024

The new 10-part series from Imagine Documentaries and Emmy-winning filmmaker Matthew Hamachek features unprecedented access to the New England Patriots and is based on the critically acclaimed New York Times bestselling book by author Jeff Benedict. Watch the video trailer now!

Algemeiner To Host J100 Gala With Pat Boone, Enes Kanter Freedom & More
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 29, 2022

The Algemeiner newspaper celebrates their 50th Anniversary with their J100 Gala – this year honoring singer Pat Boone, NBA athlete and activist Enes Kanter Freedom, former Austrian chancellor Sebastian Kurz, and philanthropists Ben and Annie Fisher – on Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom.

BroadStage Presents CUE THE MUSIC With Robert Kraft Featuring Harry Gregson-Williams
by Stephi Wild - Oct 12, 2022

The next edition of the live series, Cue the Music with Robert Kraft will feature  Harry Gregson-Williams, the celebrated composer of the scores for Shrek, The Martian, Gone Baby Gone, Man On Fire, Veronica Guerin, Unstoppable, and Kingdom Of Heaven. The original series is presented by BroadStage at The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage at the Santa Monica Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, October 26 at 7:30pm.

BroadStage Announces 2022/23 Season and New Look
by Stephi Wild - Jun 14, 2022

Artistic and Executive Director Rob Bailis and BroadStage Board of Directors Chair Jennifer Diener announce the 2022/23 BroadStage at the Santa Monica College Performing Arts Center season with thirty-three offerings that include three world premieres.

Cue & A With Robert Kraft Featuring Michael Abels Comes to The Broad Stage in June
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2022

The Broad Stage continues their live series Cue & A with Robert Kraft on June 1, 2022.  This evening features conversation, clips, commentary, live demonstrations and an audience Q & A with two-time Emmy-nominated composer and pianist Michael Abels, composer of scores for Jordan Peele's “Get Out” and “Us.”

New Date Announced for Cue & A with Robert Kraft Featuring Kris Bowers at The Broad Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2022

The Broad Stage has changed the launch of a new live series Cue & A with Robert Kraft to Wednesday, April 26 at 7:30pm.  This first evening features conversation, clips, commentary, live demonstrations and an audience Q & A with Emmy Award-winning composer and pianist Kris Bowers, whose recent credits include “Respect” and “King Richard.”

The Broad Stage New Series CUE & A With Robert Kraft Will Launch With Kris Bowers Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Dec 16, 2021

The Broad Stage presents the launch of a new live series Cue & A with Robert Kraft on Monday, January 24, 2022 at 7:30pm.  This first evening features conversation, clips, commentary, live demonstrations and an audience Q & A with Emmy Award-winning composer and pianist Kris Bowers, whose recent credits include “Respect” and “King Richard.” 

29th Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation ACADEMY AWARDS Party Raises 3 Million Dollars
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Apr 26, 2021

The Foundation’s first-ever virtual gala took place on Sunday, April 25 and featured a stripped back performance by GRAMMY® Award-winning recording artist Dua Lipa and appearances by very special guests including Lady Gaga, Cynthia Erivo and the cast of It’s a Sin, among others.

Danny Jonokuchi & The Revisionists Win The First Ever Count Basie Great American Swing Contest
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2020

Primary Wave Music Publishing and the Count Basie Estate have announced Danny Jonokuchi & The Revisionists as the winners of the first ever Count Basie Great American Swing Contest. Chosen out of over thirty entries, Jonokuchi and his band won over the judges with their rendition of the Count Basie classic 'One O'Clock Jump.'

The First Ever Count Basie Great American Swing Contest Launches Today
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Oct 16, 2020

Primary Wave Music Publishing and the Count Basie Estate are looking to foster the next generation of musical talent and have announced their first ever Count Basie Great American Swing Contest.

ESPN Signs Versatile Reporter Michele Steele to New, Multiyear Contract
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Sep 1, 2020

Continuing her role as a Chicago-based general assignment reporter, Michele Steele has signed a new, multiyear contract with ESPN. She joined the network in 2011.

Museum of Chinese in America Announces OneWorld Collection
by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2020

To counter the hate that has surfaced against Asian American Pacific Islanders due to the outbreak of COVID-19, the Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) announces the establishment of the MOCA OneWorld COVID-19 Special Collection ('OneWorld Collection').

Elton John Aids Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party Raises Over $6.4 Million To Help End The AIDS Epidemic
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 10, 2020

The 28th annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards® Viewing Party with Netflix's Queer Eye Fab Five: Bobby Berk, Tan France, Karamo, Antoni Porowski and Jonathan Van Ness raised over $6.4 million for the global effort to end AIDS. The gala, which took place on Sunday, February 9 at West Hollywood Park in Los Angeles was generously supported by Presenting Sponsors IMDb, Walmart and Neuro Drinks and the Event  Hosts Heidi Klum, Diane Lane, Eric McCormack and Billy Porter.

Meek Mill & Drake Reunite For Epic Video For GOING BAD
by Tori Hartshorn - Feb 7, 2019

Multi-platinum rapper & criminal justice activist MEEK MILL reunites with DRAKE in the blockbuster companion video to “GOING BAD,” the latest single from Meek's critically-acclaimed fourth studio album CHAMPIONSHIPS. Shot in Los Angeles, CA last month, the Kid Art-directed video features cameos from Swizz Beatz, Nipsey Hussle, T.I., Mustard, J Prince, Jas Prince, PnB Rock, Shy Glizzy, the Dreamchasers and more. Watch the video for “GOING BAD (FEAT. DRAKE)” here.

BGMC & Gay Men's Chorus Of LA Face Off In Super Bowl Challenge
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2019

With the New England Patriots and Los Angeles Rams squaring off in the Big Game on February 3, the Boston Gay Men's Chorus (BGMC) and the Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles have agreed on a challenge. If the Patriots defeat the Los Angeles Rams, the LA Chorus will perform Please Come to Boston by Dave Loggins. If the Rams are victorious, BGMC will perform Randy Newman's I Love LA and make it available online. The winner will also make a donation to GALA Choruses, the North American association serving the LGBTQ choral moving, for its work supporting emerging LGBTQ choruses.

Boston Marathon Race Director Writes Children's Book About His First Attempt at Running the Famous Marathon
by Robert Diamond - Mar 22, 2018

30 FOR 30 Documentary THE TWO BILLS Premieres on ESPN Tonight
by TV News Desk - Feb 1, 2018

The next documentary from ESPN Films' Peabody and Emmy award-winning 30 for 30 series will be The Two Bills, featuring legendary football coaches Bill Belichick and Bill Parcells being interviewed together for the first time since 1991. Directed by Ken Rodgers and produced by NFL Films, The Two Bills will premiere Today, Feb. 1, at 9 p.m. ET on ESPN.

30 FOR 30 Documentary 'The Two Bills' Premieres on ESPN 2/1
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 25, 2018

The next documentary from ESPN Films' Peabody and Emmy award-winning 30 for 30 series will be The Two Bills, featuring legendary football coaches Bill Belichick and Bill Parcells being interviewed together for the first time since 1991. Directed by Ken Rodgers and produced by NFL Films, The Two Bills will premiere Thursday, Feb. 1, at 9 p.m. ET on ESPN.

HBO Real Sports: Year-in-Review Debuts Tonight at 10:00pm ET/PT on HBO
by Tori Hartshorn - Dec 12, 2017

HBO Real Sports: Year-in-Review Debuts Tonight at 10:00pm ET/PT on HBO