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.
Craig Erwich, Shannon Ryan and Eric Schrier Promoted at Disney General Entertainment
by Michael Major - Sep 1, 2022
The changes include the promotions of Craig Erwich to president, ABC Entertainment, Hulu & Disney Branded Television Streaming Originals; Shannon Ryan to president, Marketing, Disney General Entertainment; and Eric Schrier to the role of president, Disney Television Studios & Business Operations, Disney General Entertainment.
Disney Announces Talent Showcase in Honor of 20 Year ABC Partnership
by Michael Major - Dec 6, 2021
Disney Television Discovers: Talent Showcase has served as a launching pad for new artists, previous members include Lupita Nyong'o, Chadwick Boseman, Ali Stroker, Ginda Rodriguez, Carrie Ann Inaba, Jesse Williams, Alexandra Shipp, Meghan Markle, and more.
Lindsey Kasabian Named Senior Vice President, Casting, Freeform
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Apr 15, 2021
Said Kasabian, “I’ve been so impressed with Tara’s vision for Freeform, so the chance to be a part of it was incredibly exciting. There is an energy to the network of risk-taking and enthusiasm that is palpable and invigorating. I am so grateful to my longtime mentor, Sharon Klein, for this opportunity and to Tara for inviting me to join her on this ride.”
FST Extends WHO LOVES YOU
by Stephi Wild - Sep 19, 2019
Due to audience demand, Florida Studio Theatre (FST) announces the extension of its Summer Cabaret, Who Loves You: Musical Tribute to Frankie Valli and Beyond. Produced in association with Sharon Klein Productions, Who Loves You is a celebration of the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, one of the most successful groups in music history. Called a?oeDynamitea?? and a?oeSharpa?? by The Observer, this high-energy music revue features the signature songs and dance moves of The Four Seasons and the musicians they inspired. Who Loves You is now held over through October 17, 2019 in FST's Goldstein Cabaret. Tickets range from $34-39 and are now on sale at floridastudiotheatre.org, or by calling (941) 366-9000.
Photo Coverage: On the Opening Night Red Carpet for INDECENT
by Walter McBride - Apr 19, 2017
Indecent, the newest work by Pulitzer Prize-winner Paula Vogel (HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE), opened just last night, April 18 at the Cort Theatre (138 West 48th Street, between Sixth and Seventh Avenues). BroadwayWorld was on hand for the special night and you can check out photos from the red carpet below!
Downtown Jewish Life to Present INTO THE NIGHT at The 14th Street Y
by Jessica Fallon Gordon - Jun 7, 2016
Downtown Jewish Life presents INTO THE NIGHT: a contemporary spin on Tikkun Leil Shavuot, hosted by The 14th Street Y on Saturday June 11, 2016, from 7:30pm onward (into the night) at 344 East 14th Street, New York City. More than 20 downtown community partners will join in the third-annual night-time journey through conversation, culture, and ritual.
Downtown Jews at the 14th Street Y with LABA Presents INTO THE NIGHT, 5/23
by Sally Henry Fuller - May 15, 2015
INTO THE NIGHT, a contemporary spin on Tikkun Leil Shavuot, will be presented by Downtown Jews @ The 14th Street Y, with LABA: A Laboratory for Jewish Culture on Saturday May 23, 2015, from 7pm to 2am at The 14th Street Y, 344 East 14th Street, New York City.
Photo Coverage: MISS SUBWAYS Come to Friars Club
by Stephen Sorokoff - Jun 27, 2013
From 1941 to 1976 New York City subway and bus riders were treated to more than 9,000 posters of 200 attractive young women all dubbed 'Miss Subways' for the month. The women on the posters were the faces of New York. They were wartime nurses in the 1940s, college girls studying to become teachers in the 1950s, and secretaries who dreamed of singing careers in the 1960s. These amazing girls shared their stories and the hopes and dreams of their generation at the legendary Friars Club. Friar Stewie Stone created some extremely funny moments as he interviewed Miss Subways, and 'The Copa Boys' performed some Four Seasons tunes.
More Dates Set for FODfest, Honoring Journalist Daniel Pearl
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 12, 2009
Producers of the 5th Annual FODfest have announced more dates for this year's 32 day, international tour which honors the life of Wall Street Journal reporter Daniel Pearl, who was murdered by terrorists in Pakistan in 2002 at the age of 38. FODfest has been invited to perform in Taiwan from October 14 to 20 for the first time ever and returns to the U.S on October 21for eight more dates across six states. Acclaimed singer-songwriter Michael Smith and bluesman Corky Siegel have registered to play on Wednesday, October 28 at the Village Players Performing Arts Center in Oak Park, Illinois and more musicians of all genres register daily for the last performance dates. Interested musicians are invited to go to www.fodfest.org to register to perform in a venue on the last leg of the 2009 tour.