Emmy Award-Winning Renée Taylor is Bringing MY LIFE ON A DIET to George Street Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Nov 12, 2019
Emmy Award-winning actress and writer Renée Taylor a?" known to millions as Fran Fine's food obsessed mother, Sylvia, on a?oeThe Nannya?? a?" will bring her comedy smash MY LIFE ON A DIET to George Street Playhouse beginning next Tuesday, November 19th. Called a?oefascinating, lighthearted and spicya?? by The New York Times, MY LIFE ON A DIET, an autobiographical comedy written by Ms. Taylor and her late husband Joseph Bologna, had an enormously successful run last season Off-Broadway under the direction of Mr. Bologna.
NBC Announces Midseason Schedule, Including Return of MANIFEST & BROOKLYN NINE-NINE
by Kaitlin Milligan
- Nov 8, 2019
Following another winning fall, the network heads into the new year with a crop of prestige shows that combine top talent with creative storytelling. With more new shows launching in 2020 than the fall, NBC's robust winter and spring slate fuels a long-term strategy and features a completely reimagined “Little Big Shots” as well as three new dramas and one new multi-camera comedy.
BWW Interview: Fran Drescher of SCHMOOZING WITH FRAN at Outlandish Palm Springs
by David Green
- Oct 9, 2019
Outlandish launches its third season on Saturday, October 12 with America's favorite Nanny Fran Drescher, performing a show for the first time in Palm Springs. In a?oeSchmoozing With Fran Dreschera??, the legendary actress/comedian/activist shares, in her unique voice, both hilarious and poignant stories of her life. Produced by Logo TV Founder Matt Farber in partnership with the Palm Springs Cultural Center and benefiting the LGBT Community Center of the Desert (The Center), the Outlandish series will feature six iconic acts known in the LGBT and mainstream media for their cutting-edge wit and humor. I had the chance to chat with Ms. Drescher as she was preparing for her upcoming Palm Springs foray. Here are a few excerpts from that conversation.
New York Arts Duo Establish Organization To Support Pop And Theater Artists Through Production, Education, And Opportunitt
by A.A. Cristi
- Aug 6, 2019
a??a??a??a??a??a??a??Two Worlds Entertainment, LLC., a twenty first century think-tank committed to evolve theater and music-based initiatives into modern, relevant and successful models, announced earlier this summer, their establishment and services. Founded by New York based music and theater professionals Richard Grasso and Jeff Malone, they are working to change the way both modern and classic art is marketed, branded, educated and consumed.
Long Island International Film Expo Announces Award Winners at Closing Event
by Kaitlin Milligan
- Jul 23, 2019
The 22nd Anniversary of the Long Island International Film Expo (LIIFE) took place between July 12th – 18th, and included some of the best new short and feature-length independent movies anywhere, made by filmmakers from around the world - with a strong contingent of local Long Islanders showcased as well - all shown at the historic Bellmore Movies (222 Pettit Avenue, Bellmore, NY 11710)
Photo Flash: Hollywood Museum & Councilman Mitch O'Farrell Present REAL TO REEL: PORTRAYALS AND PERCEPTIONS OF LGBT'S IN HOLLYWOOD
by A.A. Cristi
- Jun 7, 2019
Lily Tomlin, upon accepting her award, remarked 'My partner Jane and I are honored and want to thank you for this award. It is amazing to see this whole outpouring for the LGBT community. Jane, couldnt be here tonight, but asked that I share her remarks 'We love the thought of being called Trail-Blazers. It makes us feel current and something out of Marvel Comics.' Neither of us has a good sense of direction, so we thought being called trail-blazers implies that we somehow new where we were going. So thank you for thinking of us as trail-blazers, rather than as museum pieces. Of course, there were times, Im afraid, we got lost on that trail and were more bewildered than blazing. We are still blazing, but we have had to cool down a bit. After all, we need to take care not to add to global warming.'
Long Island International Film Expo Announces Full Schedule
by Kaitlin Milligan
- Jun 5, 2019
With the 22nd Anniversary of the Long Island International Film Expo (LIIFE) happening July 12th – 18th, this year's schedule includes some of the best short and feature-length independent films from around the world, which will be shown at the historic Bellmore Movies (222 Pettit Avenue, Bellmore, NY 11710)!
Renee Taylor's MY LIFE ON A DIET Heads to The North Shore Center
by Julie Musbach
- May 31, 2019
The North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie is pleased to present a three-week engagement of Renee Taylor's MY LIFE ON A DIET at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie in the Northlight Theatre space from Tuesday, July 16 through Sunday, August 4, 2019.
The Stars Shine For Fran Drescher's Cabaret Dinner Cruise To Benefit Cancer Schmancer
by A.A. Cristi
- May 22, 2019
The glittering New York City skyline is the backdrop for an enchanted evening with Fran Drescher. Sail away for an exclusive, all-VIP experience with cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and an intimate, gourmet dinner with Fran and some of her dearest celebrity friends, followed by a night of music and comedy performances by Broadway's and Hollywood's brightest stars aboard the luxurious Hornblower Infinity, one of the city's premiere concert venues.
NBC Announces Its 2019-2020 Primetime Schedule
by Kaitlin Milligan
- May 13, 2019
In the midst of a winning season that will mark the network's sixth consecutive September-to-September victory fueled by an unbeatable summer of alternative programming, NBC unveils a new year-round lineup that builds on the industry's most stable schedule with top returning stars, addictive dramas and an infusion of original comedies. The new slate, which will add four first-year dramas and four freshman comedies over the course of the 2019-20 season, will carry a robust fall lineup into a powerhouse midseason filled with returning favorites and big new shows for every audience.
NBC Reveals New Year-Round Lineup, Including THE VOICE, LAW AND ORDER: SVU, THE BLACKLIST, and Many More
by Stephi Wild
- May 12, 2019
In the midst of a winning season that will mark the network's sixth consecutive September-to-September victory fueled by an unbeatable summer of alternative programming, NBC unveils a new year-round lineup that builds on the industry's most stable schedule with top returning stars, addictive dramas and an infusion of original comedies. The new slate, which will add four first-year dramas and four freshman comedies over the course of the 2019-20 season, will carry a robust fall lineup into a powerhouse midseason filled with returning favorites and big new shows for every audience.
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