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Photo Flash: First Look - MIKE & MOLLY's 'Spring Break,' Airing 3/25
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 12, 2013


On MIKE & MOLLY's upcoming episode, titled 'Spring Break,' Molly joins her sister on a spring break road trip to party with Victoria's friends from junior college. Meanwhile, Mike pulls strings with his boss to get special overtime assignments in hopes of making extra money, on Monday, March 25 (9:30-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on CBS. Gerald McRaney guest stars as Police Captain Patrick Murphy, Mike's boss.

STAGE TO SCREEN: Broadway Stars on THE FOLLOWING, DECEPTION and More Tonight!
by BWW Special Coverage - Feb 18, 2013


Here are some of the familiar Broadway faces appearing in prime time tonight (Monday, February 18).

Seth Rogan Among Guest Stars Heading to FOX This February
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 25, 2013


This February, FOX fuels up with major television events, all-new episodes and big guest stars, including the landmark 850th episode of COPS Feb. 2;

LUCKY GUY Box Office Opens Tomorrow, Jan 25
by BWW News Desk - Jan 24, 2013


The Broadhurst Theatre box office opens tomorrow, Friday, January 25 at 10:00 AM for LUCKY GUY, starring two-time Academy Award-winner Tom Hanks, in the final work by three-time Academy Award-nominee Nora Ephron and directed by two-time Tony Award-winner George C. Wolfe. The Broadhurst Theatre is located at 235 West 44th Street. The production will play a strictly limited engagement. Opening night is Monday, April 1. Previews begin Friday, March 1.

Christopher McDonald, Peter Gerety, Peter Scolari and More Join Tom Hanks in LUCKY GUY
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 12, 2012


Additional casting has been announced for LUCKY GUY on Broadway. The production stars two-time Academy Award-winner Tom Hanks, making his Broadway debut, in a new play by three-time Academy Award-nominee Nora Ephron and directed by two-time Tony Award-winner George C. Wolfe.

Tickets for LUCKY GUY, Starring Tom Hanks, Go On Sale to the Public 11/3
by Kelsey Denette - Oct 19, 2012


Tickets go on sale tomorrow, Saturday, October 20 at 10:00 AM exclusively for American Express cardholders for two-time Academy Award-winner Tom Hanks in the world premiere of three-time Academy Award-nominee Nora Ephron's play LUCKY GUY, to be directed by two-time Tony Award-winner George C. Wolfe. Preferred seating is available to Gold Card, Platinum Card and Centurion members. For tickets, call 212-239-6200 or visit Telecharge.com. The general public onsale will begin on Saturday, November 3 at 10:00 AM.

OFFICIAL: Tom Hanks to Make Broadway Debut in Nora Ephron's LUCKY GUY; Opens 4/1 at Broadhurst Theatre
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 11, 2012


Two-time Academy Award-winner Tom Hanks will make his Broadway debut in the world premiere of three-time Academy Award-nominee Nora Ephron's play LUCKY GUY, to be directed by two-time Tony Award-winner George C. Wolfe.

GENERAL HOSPITAL's John Ingle Passes Away
by TV News Desk - Sep 17, 2012


John Ingle, best known for the role of patriarch Edward Quartermaine on ABC's 'General Hospital,' died surrounded by his family in California on Sunday, September 16 after a courageous battle with cancer. His beloved wife of 57 years, Grace-Lynne Martin, passed away earlier this year on February 11, 2012 of natural causes. Ingle is survived by their five daughters, Jessica, Jenny, Carey, Melanie and Chrissy, and nine grandchildren.

American Repertory Theater of WNY Presents THE GUYS, Now thru 9/29
by BWW News Desk - Sep 14, 2012


Each year in September, media professionals, reporters and editors alike, in both electronic and print formats, are challenged when preparing memorial coverage for the September 11 Terrorist Attacks. This event is perhaps the most significant episode in recent American history and deserves the annual review scheduled by news, feature and public interest programming. The question is how to present provocative conversation while maintaining respect for the 911 legacy. With the utmost respect for this tragic event, the American Repertory Theater of WNY, Inc is proud to be presenting the powerful and compelling The Guys, written by Anne Nelson, to start the 2012-13 season.

BWW Interviews: Danny Herman and Rocker Verastique Talk A CHORUS LINE
by Jeff Davis - Sep 6, 2012


Step, leap, kick, kick, leap, kick, touch…again! I recently had a chance to chat with Director Danny Herman and Choreographer Rocker Verastique of Georgetown Palace Theatre's spectacular production of A CHORUS LINE which plays its final performances this weekend. Together, Danny and Rocker filled me in on everything about being on the line, from what it was like to work with Michael Bennett and Marvin Hamlisch to why the show is still relatable some 37 years later.

American Repertory Theater of WNY Presents THE GUYS, 9/14-29
by BWW News Desk - Sep 2, 2012


Each year in September, media professionals, reporters and editors alike, in both electronic and print formats, are challenged when preparing memorial coverage for the September 11 Terrorist Attacks. This event is perhaps the most significant episode in recent American history and deserves the annual review scheduled by news, feature and public interest programming. The question is how to present provocative conversation while maintaining respect for the 911 legacy. With the utmost respect for this tragic event, the American Repertory Theater of WNY, Inc is proud to be presenting the powerful and compelling The Guys, written by Anne Nelson, to start the 2012-13 season.

Creator Bryan Fuller Hints at PUSHING DAISIES Broadway-Bound 'Revival'
by BWW News Desk - Jul 16, 2012


According to TV Line, Pushing Daisies creator Bryan Fuller hinted at Comic-Con 2012 that the television show could be gearing up for Broadway.

Photo Coverage: Jonathan Groff, Megan Hilty & More Perform at MCC's MISCAST 2012!
by Walter McBride - Mar 27, 2012


MCC THEATER presented the company's highly anticipated annual gala, Miscast, last night, March 26 at the Hammerstein Ballroom. The starry line up of participants included Jonathan Groff ("Glee," Spring Awakening), Megan Hilty ("Smash," 9 to 5), Tony® Award-winner Nikki M. James (The Book of Mormon), Josh Gad ("Modern Family," The Book of Mormon), Norm Lewis (The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess), Jan Maxwell (Follies, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang), Rory O'Malley (The Book of Mormon), Constantine Maroulis ("American Idol," Rock of Ages), Nicole Parker ("Mad TV," a Miscast favorite returning for her 4th time).

Photo Coverage: Constantine Maroulis, Marin Mazzie & All the Starry Arrivals at MCC MISCAST 2012
by Walter McBride - Mar 27, 2012


MCC Theater presented the company's highly anticipated annual gala, Miscast last night, March 26, at the Hammerstein Ballroom. The starry line up of participants included Jonathan Groff ("Glee," Spring Awakening), Megan Hilty ("Smash," 9 to 5), Tony® Award-winner Nikki M. James (The Book of Mormon), Josh Gad ("Modern Family," The Book of Mormon), Norm Lewis (The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess), Jan Maxwell (Follies, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang), Rory O'Malley (The Book of Mormon), Constantine Maroulis ("American Idol," Rock of Ages), Nicole Parker ("Mad TV," a Miscast favorite returning for her 4th time). Check out photo coverage of the arrivals below!

Jonathan Groff, Megan Hilty, et al. to Perform in MCC's MISCAST Gala Tonight!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 26, 2012


MCC THEATER (Robert LuPone, Bernard Telsey and William Cantler, Artistic Directors; Blake West, Executive Director) will tonight present the company's highly anticipated annual gala. Complimenting the glittering, previously announced Miscast will be Josh Gad ("Modern Family," The Book of Mormon), Norm Lewis (The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess), Jan Maxwell (Follies, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang), Rory O'Malley (The Book of Mormon), Constantine Maroulis ("American Idol," Rock of Ages), and Nicole Parker ("Mad TV," a Miscast favorite returning for her 4th time). The event will be held Monday, March 26, 2012 at The Hammerstein Ballroom (311 West 34th Street).

Josh Gad, Norm Lewis, Jan Maxwell, et al. Join MCC's MISCAST Gala, 3/26
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 12, 2012


MCC THEATER has announced fabulous additions to their all-star line-up for the company's highly anticipated annual gala. Complimenting the glittering, previously announced Miscast will be Josh Gad ("Modern Family," The Book of Mormon), Norm Lewis (The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess), Jan Maxwell (Follies, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang), Rory O'Malley (The Book of Mormon) and Nicole Parker ("Mad TV," a Miscast favorite returning for her 4th time). The event will be held Monday, March 26, 2012 at The Hammerstein Ballroom (311 West 34th Street).

Jennifer Tilly, Melora Hardin & More Lead Roundabout's DON'T DRESS FOR DINNER this Spring; John Tillinger Helms
by Jessica Lewis - Feb 2, 2012


Roundabout Theatre Company in association with Damian Arnold, has announced casting for the Broadway premiere of Marc Camoletti's classic farce Don't Dress For Dinner, starring Ben Daniels as "Robert," Melora Hardin as "Jacqueline," Adam James as "Bernard" and Jennifer Tilly as "Suzanne" with Spencer Kayden as "Suzette." Don't Dress For Dinner is adapted by Robin Hawdon and directed by John Tillinger.

Laura Benanti, Norbert Leo Butz, Christian Borle, et al. to Perform at MCC's MISCAST Gala, 3/26
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 25, 2012


MCC THEATER has just announced another all-star line-up for the company's highly anticipated annual gala, to be held Monday, March 26, 2012 at The Hammerstein Ballroom (311 West 34th Street). Miscast 2012 will honor the creators of Carrie, Academy Award-winning composer Michael Gore (Fame, Terms of Endearment), Academy Award-winning lyricist Dean Pitchford (Fame, Footloose) and Writer Lawrence D. Cohen (screenwriter of the classic film, Carrie) for their bold, daring, risk-taking spirit. Funds raised from Miscast help MCC Theater produce some of the most talked-about new work Off Broadway and support their Youth Company and in-school partnerships that serve New York City public high school students, as well as their literary development work with emerging playwrights.

Ringwald Theatre Begins The Wendy Chronicles this Month
by BWW News Desk - Jan 21, 2012


The Ringwald Theatre will pay special tribute to Pulitzer prize-winning playwright Wendy Wasserstein with The Wendy Chronicles, a series of staged readings of her best known plays. Beginning in January and continuing through the coming months, four of her plays will be presented as a way of examining the arc of her career and the special impact she had on the theatre community. Wasserstein, whose works portrayed the challenging and complex lives of contemporary women, died on Jan. 30, 2006 of lymphoma.

Ringwald Theatre Begins The Wendy Chronicles this Month
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 6, 2012


The Ringwald Theatre will pay special tribute to Pulitzer prize-winning playwright Wendy Wasserstein with The Wendy Chronicles, a series of staged readings of her best known plays. Beginning in January and continuing through the coming months, four of her plays will be presented as a way of examining the arc of her career and the special impact she had on the theatre community. Wasserstein, whose works portrayed the challenging and complex lives of contemporary women, died on Jan. 30, 2006 of lymphoma.

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