VIDEO: BET+ Shares THE MS. PAT SHOW Season Two Trailer
by Michael Major
- Jul 26, 2022
The Ms. Pat Show, which received a Emmy nomination for “Outstanding Directing in a Comedy Series”, is a BET+ sitcom that’s inspired by the stand-up comedy and memoir of Patricia “Ms. Pat” Williams. The show follows a fictionalized version of a former convicted felon turned suburban mom and stand-up performer in middle America. Watch the new video!
Mo'Nique To Tape Her First Netflix Original Stand-Up Special
by Michael Major
- Jul 19, 2022
Netflix has announced that Grammy-nominated, Oscar and Golden Globe award-winner Mo’Nique will film her first Netflix original stand-up comedy special. Additional details about Mo’Nique’s stand-up special will be shared later this year. As previously announced, Mo’Nique is also set to star in the Netflix film The Deliverance from Lee Daniels.
Jury Revealed for Geena Davis' 8th Annual Bentonville Film Festival
by Marissa Tomeo
- May 4, 2022
Today, The Bentonville Film Festival unveiled their distinguished Competition Jury, singularly dedicated to inclusive representation in media and entertainment. The festival, produced by the BFFoundation and chaired by Academy Award-winning Actor Geena Davis, will take place in-person June 22-26 and virtually June 22-July 3. The illustrious group of jurors is composed of award-winning producers, directors, actors and authors, including actor Yolonda Ross, film and television producer Bird Runningwater, actor Shohreh Aghdashloo, writer and filmmaker Justine Bateman, among others. The Festival is sponsored by Founding Partner, Walmart and Presenting Partner Coca-Cola.
Cast Announced for Austin Premiere of Colman Domingo's DOT
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Mar 24, 2022
Ground Floor Theatre has announced the cast for the Austin premiere of Dot written by award-winning actor, director and playwright Colman Domingo running May 13–28, 2022. Directed by Lisa B. Thompson, this twisted and hilarious new play grapples unflinchingly with aging parents, midlife crisis, and the heart of a West Philly neighborhood.
The Raving Jaynes Bring IF YOU SAY SO to the Players Theatre
by Stephi Wild
- Mar 4, 2022
On March 19, 2022, dance comedy duo The Raving Jaynes will present 'If You Say So' at the Players Theatre. A new monthly series running through April, “If You Say So” weaves audience suggestions into on the spot stories, dances and songs, accompanied by live pianist, Rachel Dean.
Westport Country Playhouse to Host Playreading of DOT
by Marissa Tomeo
- Mar 3, 2022
Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of the comedy/drama about mid-life crises and aging parents, “Dot,” written by Colman Domingo, star of AMC’s “Fear the Walking Dead,” and directed by Q. Smith, on Monday, March 14, at 7 p.m. The live performance will be captured on film for on-demand streaming, from Thursday, March 17 through Sunday, March 20. Script in Hand playreadings offer intimate storytelling as professional actors bring the words to life without sets or costumes.
Meet the Cast of TAKE ME OUT
by Stephi Wild
- Mar 10, 2022
The Second Stage Theater production of Richard Greenberg's Tony Award-winning play, Take Me Out played Second Stage's Hayes Theater. Learn more about the cast bringing the show to the stage!
The Paley Center For Media Announces Interactive Pop-Up Exhibit For Black History Month
by A.A. Cristi
- Feb 1, 2022
The Paley Center for Media announces today its month-long celebration of Black History Month, Paley Center's Salute to Black Achievements in Television presented by Citi. The Paley Center is celebrating the legacy of achievements of iconic Black on-screen talent, creatives, and influencers in television, past and present, from Saturday, February 5 through Sunday, February 27 at the Paley Museum in New York City.
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