ABC Picks Up New Unscripted Comedy Series THE PRANK PANEL
by Michael Major - November 01, 2022 Johnny Knoxville, Eric Andre and Gabourey Sidibe form the all-star panel of “pranxperts,” taking viewers behind the scenes as they help to plot and plan elaborate and diabolical schemes. The Panelists serve as mentors and saboteurs, with celebrity guests sometimes joining the fun. ...
Janelle James to Host ABC'S THE FINAL STRAW Competition Series
by Michael Major - May 23, 2022 The stakes are high as four teams of colorful contestants face off to combat tremendous tipping towers. Each life-sized themed tower is chock full of various objects ranging from basketballs to small kitchen appliances as contestants try to successfully pull items from the stack without tipping it o...
Cast Announced for THE SECOND CITY E.T.C'S 46TH REVUE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2022 Second City and SNL alum Jerry Minor returns to Chicago to direct his first resident stage production with an ensemble that includes e.t.c. stage vets Alex Bellisle, Mark Campbell, Terrence Carey, and Laurel Krabacher, Mainstage alum Jordan Savusa, and former Second City Touring Company member Claud...
Alan Committie Goes Back To School In His Brand-new Comedy Class(y) Clown At The Baxter
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2018 The hugely popular Cape Town comedian, Alan Committie, goes back to school with his brand-new show, Class(y) Clowns, directed by Chris Weir, in the Baxter Concert Hall, from 23 November to 15 December at 8.15pm, with Saturday matinee performances....
HOME ECONOMICS Canceled at ABC After Three Seasons
by Michael Major - September 29, 2023 ABC has cancelled Home Economics after three seasons. The comedy was inspired by the life of writer and executive producer Michael Colton. It starred Topher Grace, Caitlin McGee, Jimmy Tatro, Karla Souza, Sasheer Zamata, Shiloh Bearman, Jordyn Curet, Chloe Jo Rountree, and JeCobi Swain....
Exclusive: How Costume Designer Angelina Kekich Found the 'Perfect Pink' For GREASE: RISE OF THE PINK LADIES
by Michael Major - June 01, 2023 This spring, audiences went back to Rydell High for Rise of the Pink Ladies, the new Grease prequel series on Paramount+. We sat down with Angelina Kekich, who set the tone for the new series by designing the costumes for the first three episodes of the season. Read about her process and check out e...
BWW Blog: Stitching Together A New Skill
by Student Blogger: Madeline Oldham - December 04, 2018 The more time I spend in college, especially as a Drama Major, I find myself really living by the first rule of improv: "Yes, And." This semester has been full of opportunities where I've agreed to do it something on a whim and had to figure out the logistics later on. It keeps the thrill of perform...
The Den Presents Comedian SASHEER ZAMATA in May
by Stephi Wild - February 11, 2022 The Den Theatre will present comedian and former Saturday Night Live cast member Sasheer Zamata for two performances only on Saturday, May 7, 2022 at 7 pm & 9:30 pm on The Heath Mainstage, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood....
OCP Announces 2019/20 Alternative Programming Series
by A.A. Cristi - May 03, 2019 The Omaha Community Playhouse (OCP) has announced the titles and events for their 2019/20 Alternative Programming Series, which will run from August, 2019 through May, 2020....
REASONABLE DOUBT to Make Broadcast Television Premiere
by Michael Major - November 03, 2022 The drama series - from writer and executive producer Raamla Mohamed, and executive producer and director Kerry Washington - is produced by ABC Signature and streams exclusively on Hulu in the U.S. Mohamed leads an all-Black writing staff on the series. “Reasonable Doubt” stars Emayatzy Corinealdi, ...
ABC Announces Spring Series Premiere Dates
by Sarah Jae Leiber - January 25, 2021 Continuing to deliver on its success as the season’s No. 1 entertainment network among Adults 18-49 and in Total Viewers, ABC announced premiere dates for a new trio of scripted and unscripted series set to debut this spring. ...
Alternative Programming Announced At Omaha Community Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - May 16, 2019 The OCP has announced the titles and events for their 2019/20 Alternative Programming Series, which will run from August 2019 through May 2020. Alternative Programming events are free and open to the public with an opportunity for donations. No tickets or reservations are necessary. Alternative Prog...
James Monroe Iglehart, Justin Guarini Join Disney's SUPERKITTIES Season 2
by Michael Major - February 29, 2024 New guest stars for season two include Anika Noni Rose (“Princess and the Frog”) as Cousin Sassy, Pamela Adlon (“Better Things”) as Aunt Lola and Emmy Award winner Eric Bauza (“Muppet Babies”) as robot pig Wiggles. Justin Guarini (“American Idol”) as Cat Burglar, James Monroe Iglehart (Broadway's “A...
Disney General Entertainment Content Writing Program Names 2021 Participants
by Sarah Jae Leiber - January 14, 2021 Disney General Entertainment Content (DGE) proudly announces the 13 writers selected for its 2021 writing program and names the recipient of Disney Channel’s Eunetta T. Boone Comedy Writer’s Scholarship, established last year by the network in honor of the late writer/producer for diverse and aspiri...
ABC Announces 2022 Holiday Programming Schedule
by Michael Major - October 24, 2022 Two dazzling specials featuring some of the biggest names in music will bring melodies in December: “A Very Backstreet Christmas” celebrates the holidays with The Backstreet Boys, and “Finding Harmony” is an uplifting story featuring EGOT winner John Legend and David Brown, founder of the Columbus-b...
ABC Announces 2022–2023 Midseason Premiere Dates for New & Returning Series
by Michael Major - November 07, 2022 ABC announced the 2022-2023 midseason premiere dates for two new drama series, a new comedy series and a new unscripted series as well as dates for fan-favorite returning series. Check out the new lineup now!...
ABC Announces Fall Premiere Dates for 2022-2023 Season
by Michael Major - June 16, 2022 ABC has set fall premiere dates for its new and returning series for the upcoming 2022-2023 season, including new female-led dramas “Alaska Daily” and “The Rookie: Feds” as well as the newest primetime game show “Celebrity Jeopardy!” Return dates have also been set for “Abbott Elementary,” “Bachelor...
DANCING WITH THE STARS Will Return to ABC This Fall
by Michael Major - May 03, 2023 “Dancing with the Stars” will make history once again becoming the first series to simulcast across both ABC and Disney+ for its upcoming 32nd season, and will be available the next day on Hulu. Beginning this fall, the beloved show will reach audiences across multiple Disney platforms in their resp...
VIDEO: MGM+ Shares GODFATHER OF HARLEM Season Three Trailer
by Michael Major - December 07, 2022 In addition to Forest Whitaker (The Last King of Scotland) as star and executive producer, Season Three cast members include: Vincent D’Onofrio (Law & Order: Criminal Intent, Daredevil), Ilfenesh Hadera (She’s Gotta Have It, Baywatch), Lucy Fry (Bright, Vampire Academy), Antoinette Crowe-Legacy (Gee...
Disney+ Greenlights WITCH MOUNTAIN Series Pilot Starring Bryce Dallas Howard
by Michael Major - December 12, 2022 Disney+ has green-lit a pilot for “Witch Mountain,'' a reimagining of the successful film franchise. The series is a modern reinvention of the cult classic that takes place in the shadow of “Witch Mountain,” following two teens that develop strange abilities and discover their sleepy suburb may not ...
First Floor Theater Presents World Premiere of THE JUNIORS At The Den Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - January 31, 2020 First Floor Theater is pleased to conclude its eighth season with the world premiere of Noah Diaz's dark comedy The Juniors, directed by FFT Artistic Director Hutch Pimentel, playing April 18 a?" May 30, 2020 at FFT's resident home, The Den Theatre (Upstairs Mainstage), 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chi...
The Drama League Opens Applications for Expanded Directors Project
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 29, 2023 Learn how to apply for The Drama League's expanded Directors Project and gain valuable experience in the world of directing. Discover the requirements and application process in this informative article....
The Den Theatre Announces Comedian Sasheer Zamata On The Heath Mainstage
by A.A. Cristi - November 12, 2021 The Den Theatre presents comedian and former Saturday Night Live cast member Sasheer Zamata for two performances only on Saturday, May 7, 2022 on The Heath Mainstage,...
BWW Blog: Stitching Together A New Skill
by Student Blogger: Madeline Oldham - December 04, 2018 The more time I spend in college, especially as a Drama Major, I find myself really living by the first rule of improv: "Yes, And." This semester has been full of opportunities where I've agreed to do it something on a whim and had to figure out the logistics later on. It keeps the thrill of perform...
Justin Guarini Leads SUPERKITTIES Series on Disney Junior
by Michael Major - December 14, 2022 Voicing the recurring comedic villains in the series are Justin Guarini ('American Idol') as Cat Burglar, James Monroe Iglehart (Broadway's 'Aladdin') as Mr. Puppypaws, Ruth Pferdehirt ('Finding Nemo: The Musical') as Lab Rat, and Isabella Crovetti ('Vampirina') as Zsa-Zsa the cockatoo. Watch a new ... |