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Wednesday, September 21, 2016

THEATER TALK to Air Edward Albee Tribute This Friday by TV News Desk

THEATER TALK pays tribute to playwright Edward Albee with a compilation episode that includes highlights from two of the playwright's interviews on the series, one from 2003, the other from …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:19PM

VIDEO: First Look - The Broadway Phenomenon is Explored in PBS' HAMILTON'S AMERICA by TV News Desk

Explore the making of the Broadway phenomenon HAMILTON and the history behind it in HAMILTON's AMERICA, premiering October 21, 2016 at 98c on PBS.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:19PM

VIDEO: Neil Patrick Harris, Leslie Odom Jr & More Stars Appear in Anti-Trump PSA by TV News Desk

In a new video released today, the world's biggest celebrities explain why it is Important that you vote on November 8th.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:08PM

VIDEO: Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Alan Cumming & James Corden Perform Inappropriate Broadway Musicals by TV News Desk

On last night's LATE LATE SHOW, host James Corden and guests Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Alan Cumming transformed 'Game of Thrones,' 'Breaking Bad' and 'Stranger Things' into inappropriate Broa…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:46AM
Tuesday, September 20, 2016

VIDEO: Tony Nominee Scott Bakula Would Love to Return to Broadway; Just Ask! by TV News Desk

On today's LIVE WITH KELLY, actor Scott Bakula shared that he'd love to come back to Broadway. 'Oh sure, are you kidding,' asked the NCIS New Orleans star

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:15PM

VIDEO: EMPIRE's Jussie Smollett Reveals He 'Would Love' to Come to Broadway by TV News Desk

While co-hosting today's LIVE WITH KELLY. EMPIRE's Jussie Smollett revealed he'd love to hit the Broadway stage. 'I would love to, as soon as there's time,' shared the actor.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:09PM

Idina Menzel Originally Turned Down BEACHES Remake: 'I Didn't Want to Set Myself Up for Failure' by TV News Desk

This week, the Tony winner spoke with Attitude and explained why she originally felt that taking on the project could amount to 'career suicide.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:09PM

VIDEO: Clark Gregg Talks Improvising A FEW GOOD MEN on Broadway by TV News Desk

On last night's LATE NIGHT, guest Clark Gregg explained why he needed to improvise A FEW GOOD MEN on Broadway when he was asked to understudy for one of the play's other roles.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:03PM

VIDEO: Dory Meets Princess Anna & Kristen Bell & Ellen Audition for Spice Girls! by TV News Desk

On today's ELLEN, Ellen and guest co-host Kristen Bell worked their magic to bring their iconic Disney characters to life in this one-of-a-kind scene in which FROZEN's Princess Anna meets Do…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:56AM

New Comedy Web Series BREAK: THE MUSICAL Premieres on YouTube 9/21 by TV News Desk

The brand new musicalcomedy web series BREAK THE MUSICAL premieres this Wednesday, Sept. 21 on YouTube. The 5-episode web series stars Mary Bonney, Brian Justin Crum Finalist - 2016 America'…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:56AM

Dame Maggie Smith Accepts Her EMMY With a Little Snark for Jimmy Kimmel by TV News Desk

On Sunday night's EMMY AWARDS, host Jimmy Kimmel was adamant that if actress Maggie Smith was the recipient of the award for Best Actress in a Drama Series, he would do everything in his pow…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:39AM
Monday, September 19, 2016

THE HUMANS's Sarah Steele Joins Cast of 'Good Wife' Spinoff as Series Regular by TV News Desk

Sarah Steele, currently starring in the Tony winning drama THE HUMANS on Broadway, has joined the cast of CBS All Access' upcoming THE GOOD WIFE spin off series.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:02PM

Christopher Jackson to Juggle HAMILTON with Role on New CBS Drama Series by TV News Desk

As BWW has previously reported, Tony nominated actor and HAMILTON star Christopher Jackson takes on the role of fashion-conscious stylist Chunk Palmer on the new CBS drama BULL, premiering t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:02PM

VIDEO: James Corden Channels David Bowie, Spice Girls & More in Hilarious New Apple Music Spot by TV News Desk

James Corden channels everyone from Pharrell to the Spice Girls in an all new TV spot for Apple Music which premiered on last night's EMMY AWARDS.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:33AM

Broadway Alum Sarah Paulson Wins Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress by TV News Desk

Sarah Paulson picked up an Emmy Award for OUTSTANDING LEAD ACTRESS IN A LIMITED SERIES OR MOVIE for her role as proscecutor Marcia Clark in FX's AMERICAN CRIME STORY THE PEOPLE VS. O. J. SIM…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:30AM

VIDEO: Alan Rickman, Jon Polito & More Honored in Emmy Awards 'In Memoriam' by TV News Desk

Recording artist Tori Kelly performed a moving tribute to those lost this year in the television industry on last night's 68th ANNUAL EMMY AWARDS.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:30AM

Emmy Winner Thomas Kail Weighs In On GREASE Fan Conspiracy Theory by TV News Desk

Following his Emmy win last night as Outstanding Director of a Variety Special for FOX's GREASE LIVE, Thomas Kail shared his thoughts on the bizarre fan theory.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:30AM
Sunday, September 18, 2016

Tony Winner Courtney B. Vance Wins Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor by TV News Desk

Courtney B. Vance has won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie for his role of Johnnie Cochran in FX's AMERICAN CRIME STORY THE PEOPLE VS. O. J. SIMPSON.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:52PM
Saturday, September 17, 2016

Acclaimed Stage Play SISTER CITIES Makes Television World Premiere on Lifetime by TV News Desk

Based on the internationally-acclaimed stage play of the same name written by Colette Freedman, SISTER CITIES will make its television world premiere tonight, September 17 at 8pm ETPT on Lif…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:58AM
Friday, September 16, 2016

VIDEO: Lady Gaga's New Music Video to Debut in SCREAM QUEENS Premiere; Watch New Promo by TV News Desk

The World Premiere of Lady Gaga's music video for her new single, 'Perfect Illusion' will debut in the season premiere of SCREAM QUEENS, Tuesday, September 20th on 98c FOX. Below, watch an a…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:14PM

'Fiddler' Star Joins Cast of TV Land's YOUNGER for Season 3 by TV News Desk

Ben Rappaport, currently starring in the Broadway revival of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, has been cast in a recurring role in the third season of TV Land's YOUNGER.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:22PM

VIDEO: Miranda, Menken, Schwartz & Lopez's Pay Tribute to Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST by TV News Desk

On this morning's GMA, Award winning composers Alan Menken, Stephen Schwartz, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Robert and Kristine-Anderson Lopez celebrated the 25th Anniversary of Disney's BEAUTY AND…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:00AM

VIDEO: Andrew Rannells Talks Return to Broadway in FALSETTOS on 'Late Show' by TV News Desk

Actor and Broadway star Andrew Rannells dished on his HBO cast mates, but says the chatter on set is not as hip and sexy as you might think.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:57AM

John Stamos Teams with Craig Zadan & Neil Meron on Drama Chronicling World of 1980's Soaps by TV News Desk

John Stamos and THE WIZ LIVE producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron are in the early stages of development fora new cable drama series, chronicling the excessive world of daytime soap operas

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:57AM
Thursday, September 15, 2016

VIDEO: Lin-Manuel Miranda & Dad Luis on Latino Heritage & HAMILTON Inspiration by TV News Desk

As part of NBC News' 'One Heritage, Two Generations' series, Tony winning playwright, composer and actor Lin-Manuel Miranda and his father, Luis, spoke about Alexander Hamilton and the inspi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:25PM

Broadway's Andy Mientus Joins Cast of Reimagined Comedy MY GAY ROOMMATE by TV News Desk

As the team prepares to shoot the pilot episode, they have announced the first cast member, Broadway and SMASH star Andy Mientus LES MISERABLES. The actor will be playing Wesley, the preside…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:31AM

VIDEO: Kristen Bell Mocks U.S. Gender Wage Gap in Hilarious Spoof PINKSOURCING by TV News Desk

Kristen Bell offers a new idea for businesses looking to cut costs in a new short film titled PINKSOURCING, which satirizes the wage gap between men and women in America.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:40AM

VIDEO: Previews the 6th Season of FX's AMERICAN HORROR STORY by TV News Desk

The sixth installment of FX's AMERICAN HORROR STORY premiered last night. Read BWW recap HERE Below, check out what creepy things are ahead for the new season

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:07AM

PHOTO: Newest Tracy Turnblad Maddie Baillio Meets HAIRSPRAY Creator John Waters by TV News Desk

Last night, Maddie Baillio, who will take on the iconic role of Tracy Turnblad in NBC's HAIRSPRAY LIVE, met up with 'Hairspray' creator John Waters at a restaurant in Baltimore, Maryland.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:32AM

VIDEO: Cast of JERSEY BOYS Perform on 'America's Got Talent' by TV News Desk

On last night's AMERICA'S GOT TALENT, New York crooner Sal Valentinetti joined the cast of the Tony Award winning Broadway musical JERSEY BOYS for a performance of 'Oh What a Night.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:06AM
Wednesday, September 14, 2016

James Corden to Return as Host of HOLLYWOOD FILM AWARDS by TV News Desk

dick clark productions announced todaythat LATE LATE SHOW hostJames Corden will return for the second year to host the HOLLYWOOD FILM AWARDS, airing Sunday, November 6th.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:10PM

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