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Sense8 (a play on the word sensate /?s?nse?t/, meaning aware) is an upcoming American science fiction drama series created, co-written and co-directed by The Matrix trilogy creators Andy and Lana Wachowski. Babylon 5 creator J. Michael Straczynski will executive produce and co-write the series, which will be streamed on Netflix in June 5, 2015. The series revolves around eight strangers from different parts of the world who suddenly become mentally and emotionally linked and it will explore the themes of identity, sexuality, gender, persecution, bigotry, and fear.

Photo Flash: Terrence Mann Directs MAMMA MIA! At Connecticut Repertory Theatre Photo Photo Flash: Terrence Mann Directs MAMMA MIA! At Connecticut Repertory Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - June 06, 2019

Connecticut Repertory Theatre presents the first production of the 2019 Nutmeg Summer Series: "Mamma Mia!," the Tony Award-nominated musical based on the songs of ABBA.  ...


JERRY SPRINGER - THE OPERA Extends Through April 1, Matt McGrath Takes Over Lead Role Photo JERRY SPRINGER - THE OPERA Extends Through April 1, Matt McGrath Takes Over Lead Role
by Julie Musbach - February 27, 2018

Due to demand, The New Group has announced a three-week extension for Jerry Springer - The Opera, with Matt McGrath appearing as Jerry Springer beginning March 13.  Terrence Mann, currently appearing in the role of Jerry Springer, plays his final performance March 11 due to an existing commitment be...


Andy Dick to M.C. World's First Hologram Karaoke Club Photo Andy Dick to M.C. World's First Hologram Karaoke Club
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 01, 2018

Hologram USA Inc.  (HUSA)  and the plant-based medicine oil and confectionary company Swissx announced comedian Andy Dick will be the MC and co-host of Hologram Karaoke Battle, an ongoing feature at the Swissx club inside the Hologram USA Theatre in Los Angeles. Dick will also appear in a television...


Netflix Announces STORY OF A CRIME, Anthology Series Inspired by Real Events Photo Netflix Announces STORY OF A CRIME, Anthology Series Inspired by Real Events
by Tori Hartshorn - August 27, 2018

Netflix, the world's leading internet entertainment service, today announced the Story of a Crime , a new anthology series about controversial crimes that have shaken different countries for decades and that generated social confusion, accusations of corruption and the search for justice....


VIDEO: First Look at A DOLL'S HOUSE, PART 2 at Berkeley Rep Photo VIDEO: First Look at A DOLL'S HOUSE, PART 2 at Berkeley Rep
by A.A. Cristi - September 19, 2018

Berkeley Repertory Theatre presents A Doll's House, Part 2, written by Lucas Hnath and directed by Les Waters, which begins previews on Thursday, September 6 and runs through Sunday, October 21. Individual tickets begin at $30 ($15 if you're under 35) and can be purchased online at berkeleyrep.org o...


Netflix Renews LOST IN SPACE For Second Season Photo Netflix Renews LOST IN SPACE For Second Season
by Macon Prickett - May 14, 2018

Netflix announced today that Lost in Space will return for a second season! The Netflix original series is produced by Legendary Television....


CALL ME BY YOUR NAME, THIS IS US Among 29th Annual GLAAD MEDIA AWARD Nominees; Full L Photo CALL ME BY YOUR NAME, THIS IS US Among 29th Annual GLAAD MEDIA AWARD Nominees; Full List
by Caryn Robbins - January 19, 2018

The nominations for the 29th Annual GLAAD Media Awards were announced today. The GLAAD Media Awards recognize and honor media for their fair, accurate and inclusive representations of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer community and the issues that affect their lives....


JERRY SPRINGER - THE OPERA Extends Through April 1, Matt McGrath Takes Over Lead Role Photo JERRY SPRINGER - THE OPERA Extends Through April 1, Matt McGrath Takes Over Lead Role
by Julie Musbach - February 27, 2018

Due to demand, The New Group has announced a three-week extension for Jerry Springer - The Opera, with Matt McGrath appearing as Jerry Springer beginning March 13.  Terrence Mann, currently appearing in the role of Jerry Springer, plays his final performance March 11 due to an existing commitment be...


Terrence Mann and Will Swenson to Headline JERRY SPRINGER - THE OPERA Off-Broadway Photo Terrence Mann and Will Swenson to Headline JERRY SPRINGER - THE OPERA Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2017

The New Group has announced today that Terrence Mann and Will Swenson will star in the company's Off-Broadway premiere of Jerry Springer - The Opera, as 'Jerry Springer' and 'Warm-Up / Satan,' respectively....


Terrence Mann & Liz Larsen to Lead SWEENEY TODD Concert in Connecticut Photo Terrence Mann & Liz Larsen to Lead SWEENEY TODD Concert in Connecticut
by Julie Musbach - May 22, 2018

Connecticut Repertory Theatre (CRT) announces the casting for the second production of the 2018 Nutmeg Summer Series: 'Sweeney Todd: A Musical Thriller in Concert', a Tony-Award-winning tale of love, murder and revenge set against the backdrop of 19th century London. Peter Flynn directs....


Full Cast Revealed for 5th Ave's New Ahrens and Flaherty Musical MARIE, DANCING STILL Photo Full Cast Revealed for 5th Ave's New Ahrens and Flaherty Musical MARIE, DANCING STILL
by Julie Musbach - March 06, 2019

The 5th Avenue Theatre has announced full casting for its production of Marie, Dancing Still - A New Musical, the gorgeous new work from Tony Award-winning authors Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Ragtime, Once On This Island) and five-time Tony Award-winning director and choreographer Susan Stroma...


VIDEO: Go Behind The Scenes With The Cast of Netflix's LOST IN SPACE Photo VIDEO: Go Behind The Scenes With The Cast of Netflix's LOST IN SPACE
by Macon Prickett - March 13, 2018

Lost in Space is a Netflix Original dramatic and modern reimagining of the classic 1960's science fiction series. Set 30 years in the future, colonization in space is now a reality, and the Robinson family is among those tested and selected to make a new life for themselves in a better world. But wh...


Full Cast Revealed for 5th Ave's New Ahrens and Flaherty Musical MARIE, DANCING STILL Photo Full Cast Revealed for 5th Ave's New Ahrens and Flaherty Musical MARIE, DANCING STILL
by Julie Musbach - March 06, 2019

The 5th Avenue Theatre has announced full casting for its production of Marie, Dancing Still - A New Musical, the gorgeous new work from Tony Award-winning authors Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Ragtime, Once On This Island) and five-time Tony Award-winning director and choreographer Susan Stroma...


Victory Gardens Presents The World Premiere Of RIGHTLYND By Ike Holter Photo Victory Gardens Presents The World Premiere Of RIGHTLYND By Ike Holter
by A.A. Cristi - October 17, 2018

Victory Gardens Theater continues its 44th season with the World Premiere of Rightlynd, written by Ike Holter and directed by Lisa Portes with original music by Charlie Coffeen. Rightlynd runs November 9 - December 23, 2018, with press performances on Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 7:30pm and Sunday...


Photo Flash: First Look at THE ONE At Soho Theatre Photo Photo Flash: First Look at THE ONE At Soho Theatre
by Stephi Wild - July 10, 2018

From the team behind Fleabag and Touch, following on from last summer's smash-hit Touch, Vicky Jones returns with her award-winning debut play at Soho Theatre....


Video: The Robinsons Reveal What It Takes to Venture Into Space on Netflix's LOST IN Photo Video: The Robinsons Reveal What It Takes to Venture Into Space on Netflix's LOST IN SPACE, Launches Today
by Tori Hartshorn - April 12, 2018

The Robinsons made the decision to begin a new life together in space, and now nothing is stopping them. In this featurette, Mina Sundwall (Penny Robinson), Molly Parker (Maureen Robinson), Taylor Russell (Judy Robinson), as well as Parker Posey (Dr. Smith) reveal why anything is possible for their ...


Victory Gardens Theater Extends RIGHTLYND Through December 30 Photo Victory Gardens Theater Extends RIGHTLYND Through December 30
by Julie Musbach - December 05, 2018

Victory Gardens Theater announces the extension of the critically-acclaimed hit Rightlynd, written by Ike Holter and directed by Lisa Portes with original music by Charlie Coffeen. With six additional performances, the production now runs through December 30, 2018, at Victory Gardens Theater, 2433 N...


VIDEO: Showtime Releases Trailer for New Comedy Series WORK IN PROGRESS Photo VIDEO: Showtime Releases Trailer for New Comedy Series WORK IN PROGRESS
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 31, 2019

SHOWTIME has released the official poster and trailer for its new half-hour comedy series WORK IN PROGRESS, created by Chicago improv mainstays Abby McEnany and Tim Mason and co-written by Lilly Wachowski (The Matrix, Sense8), premiering on Sunday, December 8 at 11 p.m. ET/PT. A funny and uniquely h...


Terrence Mann and Will Swenson to Headline JERRY SPRINGER - THE OPERA Off-Broadway Photo Terrence Mann and Will Swenson to Headline JERRY SPRINGER - THE OPERA Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2017

The New Group has announced today that Terrence Mann and Will Swenson will star in the company's Off-Broadway premiere of Jerry Springer - The Opera, as 'Jerry Springer' and 'Warm-Up / Satan,' respectively....


NATIVE GARDENS to Tour to 4 Community Partner Venues Photo NATIVE GARDENS to Tour to 4 Community Partner Venues
by A.A. Cristi - June 08, 2018

The Globe is happy to announce that the Globe for All Tour will continue to bring shows to the community in 2018, with support provided by Theatre Forward's Advancing Strong Theatre grant program. Following the Globe engagement of Karen Zacarias's hilarious comedy directed by Edward Torres, Native G...


Netflix Announces Additional Casting for CURSED Photo Netflix Announces Additional Casting for CURSED
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 04, 2019

Devon Terrell (Barry), Gustaf Skarsgård (Westworld, Vikings), Daniel Sharman (Fear the Walking Dead, Medici), Peter Mullan (Ozark), Lily Newmark (Pin Cushion), Shalom Brune-Franklin (The State, Our Girl), Sebastian Armesto (Poldark, Broadchurch), Emily Coates (Flack), Catherine Walker (Versailles, T...


New York's Leading LGBTQ Film Festival 'Newfest' Announces Full Lineup Photo New York's Leading LGBTQ Film Festival 'Newfest' Announces Full Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - September 19, 2019

New York's leading LGBTQ film festival, NewFest, has announced the full lineup of their 31st annual celebration of the year's best LGBTQ films from around the world. As announced earlier this week, the festival will kick off the festival's 31st edition with the New York premiere of Mike Doyle's Manh...


Adam Shapiro and Scandal's Katie Lowes Join the Company of WAITRESS Tonight! Photo Adam Shapiro and Scandal's Katie Lowes Join the Company of WAITRESS Tonight!
by Nicole Rosky - July 17, 2018

We're getting some fresh faces in the diner! As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Katie Lowes ('Scandal') and actor/director Adam Shapiro (Steve Jobs) will join the company of Waitress tonight, July 17 in the roles of Dawn and Ogie, respectively. This real-life married couple will both make thei...


Rivendell Theatre Ensemble Announces Cast of THE CAKE Photo Rivendell Theatre Ensemble Announces Cast of THE CAKE
by Julie Musbach - March 08, 2018

Rivendell Theatre Ensemble (RTE), Chicago's only Equity theatre dedicated to producing new work with women at the core, announces the Midwest premiere of The Cake by Bekah Brunstetter, directed by Lauren Shouse, and featuring RTE Founders Tara Mallen and Keith Kupferer, RTE Member Krystel McNeil, wi...


Marga Gomez' Brings LATIN STANDARDS to Borderlands Theater Photo Marga Gomez' Brings LATIN STANDARDS to Borderlands Theater
by A.A. Cristi - January 18, 2018

Between vivid portrayals of characters from 1960's Manhattan to present day San Francisco, Marga Gomez ponders the ballads (or Latin Standards) penned by her late father Willy Chevalier: a comedian/producer/entrepreneur and composer of dance tunes steeped in jealousy and obsession....






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