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Muhammad Ali brings to life one of the most indelible figures of the 20th century, a three-time heavyweight boxing champion who captivated millions of fans across the world with his mesmerizing combination of speed, grace, and power in the ring, and charm and playful boasting outside of it. Ali insisted on being himself unconditionally and became a global icon and inspiration to people everywhere.

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PB Photo Centre CEO Fatima NeJame Joins Committee for 4th Annual NY Portfolio Review
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2016

Fatima NeJame, president and chief executive officer of the world-renowned Palm Beach Photographic Centre (PBPC), today announced that she has been selected to be one the reviewers at the prestigious fourth annual New York Portfolio Review....


BIGMOUTH Coming to Wharton Center
by Tyler Peterson - December 16, 2015

Speeches throughout history have attempted to exhort masses to rebellion or to war; to raise the dead, praise the dead, or to comfort their families. In BIGMOUTH, world-wide sensation, Belgian artist, Valentijn Dhaenens takes portions of these speeches and emphasizes their importance through use of ...


Golden Door International Film Festival to Award 4th Annual Scholarships
by Caryn Robbins - March 03, 2016

The Golden Door International Film Festival (GDIFF) will be awarding more than $5000 in scholarships to Jersey City students, as well as to filmmakers of movies spotlighting autism awareness, at a ceremony to be held March 14th....


Elisabeth Moss to Star Opposite Liev Schreiber in Boxing Drama THE BLEEDER
by Caryn Robbins - October 23, 2015

Deadline reports that Elisabeth Moss, who recently received a Tony nomination for her starring role in Broadway's THE HEIDI CHORNICLES, has signed on to the cast of THE BLEEDER....


VIDEO: Alan Rickman, Jon Polito & More Honored in Emmy Awards 'In Memoriam'
by Caryn Robbins - September 19, 2016

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....


BET Networks Announce 2015 Urbanworld Film Festival Slate
by Caryn Robbins - August 27, 2015

The 19th Annual Urbanworld Film Festival (www.urbanworld.org), presented by BET Networks (BET) with founding sponsor HBO, today announced all of the films that will be showcased....


FUSION Named Exclusive Media Partner of Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Awards
by Tyler Peterson - April 20, 2016

The Muhammad Ali Center today announced that FUSION will serve as the exclusive media partner for the 2016 Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Awards. FUSION is a multi-platform media company that champions a diverse, inclusive America with content that informs, provokes, and entertains. The 2016 Muhammad Ali...


BWW Review: Boxing and Elegant Moves Join Forces in MKE Rep's Powerful THE ROYALE
by Peggy Sue Dunigan - October 12, 2016

Two men enclosed in a boxing ring--one black and one white-vie for the World Heavyweight Boxing Championship and a transformative match that might knock out race relations for decades to come. Milwaukee Repertory Theaer imports Marco Ramiriez's The Royale to the Stiemke Studio in sophisticated style...


Golden Door International Film Festival to Award 4th Annual Scholarships
by Caryn Robbins - March 03, 2016

The Golden Door International Film Festival (GDIFF) will be awarding more than $5000 in scholarships to Jersey City students, as well as to filmmakers of movies spotlighting autism awareness, at a ceremony to be held March 14th....


Tony Nominee Josh Gad to Pen 'Gorgeous George' Biopic for WWE Studios
by Caryn Robbins - October 14, 2015

Tony nominee Josh Gad is set to co-pen a 'Gorgeous George' biopic with Ryan Dixon for WWE Studios....


'The Human iPod' Nicole Pesce to Perform in Peoria This Week
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2016

This Wednesday, January 20, Nicole Pesce entertains audiences with her unique blend of virtuosity, humor and pizzazz....


Life Long Dreams: ICONS Brings Pop Culture Fashion Extravaganza to Sam's Town Live! 11/12
by A.A. Cristi - November 04, 2016

Sam's Town Hotel and Gambling Hall will welcome back Las Vegas non-profit Life Long Dreams for their second-annual fundraiser event. The organization will present a musical, dancing and fashion extravaganza, "ICONS," at Sam's Town Live! on Saturday, Nov. 12. "ICONS" pays tribute to many pop culture ...


OWN Remembers Muhammed Ali With Re-Airing of Interview from THE OPRAH WINFREY SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - June 06, 2016

In memory of legendary boxer Muhammad Ali, OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network will present a special re-airing of the boxer's rare television interview from “The Oprah Winfrey Show” in 2001 to air this today, June 7 at 7:00 p.m. ET/PT on OWN....


Woodstock Film Festival Announces 2016 Trailblazer, Lifetime and Fiercely Independent Award Recipients
by Richard Best - August 31, 2016

The Woodstock Film Festival announced that its honorary Fiercely Independent Award will be presented by Actor Ben Foster to Oren Moverman, an Israeli-American film director, screenwriter, producer, and former journalist based in New York City....


'Muhammad Ali: The Whole Story' Set for Parkinson's Benefit Screening at Ridgefield Playhouse Film Society
by Louisa Brady - June 19, 2016

On Sunday, July 10th at 6pm, the Ridgefield Playhouse Film Society "Documentary Films Series" will present Muhammad Ali: The Whole Story, with a portion of the proceeds to benefit the Michael J. Fox Foundation's "TeamFox for Parkinson's Disease Research program."...


VIDEO: Alan Rickman, Jon Polito & More Honored in Emmy Awards 'In Memoriam'
by Caryn Robbins - September 19, 2016

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....


Spike TV to Present ROOTS OF FIGHT PRESENTS: ALI: BIRTH OF THE GREATEST, 9/9
by Caryn Robbins - September 07, 2016

Spike TV takes a look back at this historical, unforgettable night in ROOTS OF FIGHT PRESENTS: ALI: BIRTH OF THE GREATEST....


ONE NIGHT IN MIAMI Starts Tonight Donmar Warehouse
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2016

Sope Dirisu will portray iconic boxer Muhammad Ali in Kemp Powers's play ONE NIGHT IN MIAMI, beginning tonight at the Donmar Warehouse....


Caitlyn Jenner to Receive 'Arthur Ashe Courage Award' at 2015 ESPY AWARDS
by Caryn Robbins - June 01, 2015

Caitlyn Jenner (formerly known as Bruce Jenner) will make her debut appearance at a public event at this year's ESPY awards....


Ferdinand's Ball Gala Returns Tonight to the Muhammad Ali Center
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2015

The sixth annual Ferdinand's Ball gala will kick off the Derby party season this year tonight, April 30....


KARTEMQUIN AT 50 to Celebrate Docs Exploring Social Justice at Moving Image
by TV News Desk - July 29, 2016

Museum of the Moving Image will present Kartemquin at 50, a major retrospective devoted to the not-for-profit documentary collective Kartemquin Films, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year....


Billy Crystal Working on Musical Stage Adaptation of MR. SATURDAY NIGHT
by Caryn Robbins - September 15, 2016

Tony Award winner Billy Crystal stopped by this month's WTF Podcast with Marc MARON to talk about his long-time career in show business, standup comedy, TV and movies....


Pele and Muhammad Ali Memorabilia Up for Auction in ICONS & IDOLS: SPORTS 2016
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2016

Julien's Auctions, the world-record breaking auction house to the stars, has announced Icons & Idols: Sports 2016, an unprecedented collection of sports memorabilia to be offered at auction today, December 3rd, 2016....


T.A. Burrows and Kat Bailes to Lead Act Two's SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY, 8/14-16
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2015

Act Two Productions, the producer of such popular tributes as 'Unforgettable' and 'On the Air!' proudly presents a new nostalgic show entitled 'Sentimental Journey'. This unique production stars impressionist extraordinaire T.A. Burrows and multi-talented entertainer Kat Bailes, who will take you on...


VIDEO: Stephen Colbert Pays Tribute to Muhammad Ali With Help from Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
by - June 07, 2016

On last night's LATE SHOW, host Stephen Colbert honored the great Muhammad Ali, with help from a man who knew him well: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. ...






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