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White Famous will focus on a talented, young African-American comedian whose star is rising, forcing him to navigate the treacherous waters of maintaining his credibility as he begins to cross-over towards becoming "white famous."

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Shakespeare & Company Reveals THE CONTENTION (HENRY VI, PART 11) Cast Photo Shakespeare & Company Reveals THE CONTENTION (HENRY VI, PART 11) Cast
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 13, 2023

The cast has been revealed for The Contention (Henry VI, Part II) at Shakespeare & Company, directed by Founding Artistic Director Tina Packer and staged June 17 through July 15, opening Saturday, June 24....


Sony Crackle Makes a Splash with 'SuperMansion: Summer Vacation Special,' Premiering Photo Sony Crackle Makes a Splash with 'SuperMansion: Summer Vacation Special,' Premiering 8/16
by Tori Hartshorn - June 11, 2018

Sony Crackle Makes a Splash with 'SuperMansion: Summer Vacation Special,' Premiering 8/16...


Dhani Harrison Releases First Album In Six Years 'INNERSTANDING' Photo Dhani Harrison Releases First Album In Six Years 'INNERSTANDING'
by Michael Major - October 20, 2023

Multiple GRAMMY Award-winning musician and composer, Dhani Harrison, has released INNERSTANDING, his first solo album in six years. The album features Blur's Graham Coxon on several tracks, including the single “New Religion”, as well as guest appearances from Liela Moss of The Duke Spirit and criti...


Huun-Huur-Tu, Carmen Rizzo and Dhani Harrison Collaborate on New Album 'Dreamers in t Photo Huun-Huur-Tu, Carmen Rizzo and Dhani Harrison Collaborate on New Album 'Dreamers in the Field'
by Josh Sharpe - April 19, 2024

Dark Horse Records has announced the release of Dreamers In The Field, the first-ever collaboration between Huun-Huur-Tu, Carmen Rizzo and Dhani Harrison. Mastered by Paul Hicks (The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, John Lennon, George Harrison), Dreamers In The Field is now available for streaming ever...


VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Lin-Manuel Miranda Guests in New Musical Web Series BARTLETT Photo VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Lin-Manuel Miranda Guests in New Musical Web Series BARTLETT
by Caryn Robbins - January 09, 2018

The six part original features a talented ensemble including Tony winner and HAMILGON star Lin-Manuel Miranda, Utkarsh Ambudkar ( White Famous, Freestyle Love Supreme, The Mindy Project ), Don Reed( The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, 'A Different World') and newcomer Eirinie Carson....


Showtime Acquires BBC Comedy Series ILL BEHAVIOUR, Starring Lizzy Caplan Photo Showtime Acquires BBC Comedy Series ILL BEHAVIOUR, Starring Lizzy Caplan
by Caryn Robbins - October 04, 2017

SHOWTIME has acquired the BBC series ILL BEHAVIOUR, a six-part comedy thriller about the boundaries of friendship and the lengths taken to preserve it....


Sony Crackle Makes a Splash with 'SuperMansion: Summer Vacation Special,' Premiering Photo Sony Crackle Makes a Splash with 'SuperMansion: Summer Vacation Special,' Premiering Today
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2018

Sony Crackle Makes a Splash with 'SuperMansion: Summer Vacation Special,' Premiering 8/16...


Cast Set for A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at Shakespeare & Company Photo Cast Set for A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at Shakespeare & Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 06, 2023

The cast has been revealed for Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream at Shakespeare & Company, directed by Artistic Director Allyn Burrows and staged August 1 through September 10, opening Friday, August 4 outdoors at the New Spruce Theatre....


KEVIN HART PRESENTS: THE NEXT LEVEL Season 2 Premieres Friday August 3 on Comedy Cent Photo KEVIN HART PRESENTS: THE NEXT LEVEL Season 2 Premieres Friday August 3 on Comedy Central
by Macon Prickett - July 23, 2018

 Kevin Hart Presents: The Next Level is back with an all-new roster of Kevin Hart-approved stand-up comedians taking the next step in their careers: a televised half-hour special. Season 2 kicks off on Friday, August 3 at 11:00 p.m. ET/PT on Comedy Central. Each episode spotlights a single performer...


Sundance Now's Gripping New International Thriller NEXT OF KIN Makes U.S. Debut on Pr Photo Sundance Now's Gripping New International Thriller NEXT OF KIN Makes U.S. Debut on Premium Streaming Service
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2018

Sundance Now, AMC Networks' premium video streaming service announced today that it will launch 'Next Of Kin,' a gripping and timely international thriller, today, June 21st. All episodes of the six-part drama, shown for the first time in the US, star Primetime Emmy(R) Award winner and Golden Globe ...


Bill Irwin and Jacob Ming-Trent to Join Eden Espinosa & More at WTF Cabaret Photo Bill Irwin and Jacob Ming-Trent to Join Eden Espinosa & More at WTF Cabaret
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 20, 2023

Don't miss the incredible lineup featuring Bill Irwin and Jacob Ming-Trent, joining Eden Espinosa and more at the highly anticipated WTF Cabaret. Prepare to be amazed by the extraordinary performances and talent on display....


Oscar Winner Jamie Foxx Returns to Showtime's WHITE FAMOUS for Season Finale Photo Oscar Winner Jamie Foxx Returns to Showtime's WHITE FAMOUS for Season Finale
by Caryn Robbins - December 05, 2017

Academy Award winner and executive producer Jamie Foxx, who played an over-the-top, satirized version of himself in the pilot episode of WHITE FAMOUS, will reprise his role for the series' season one finale airing this Sunday, December 10...


Road Theatre Company presents Reading of A GOOD DAY DAY AT AUSCHWITZ Photo Road Theatre Company presents Reading of A GOOD DAY DAY AT AUSCHWITZ
by A.A. Cristi - November 13, 2017

THE ROAD THEATRE COMPANY and Taylor Gilbert, Founder/Artistic Director together with Sam Anderson, Artistic Director, produced by Ann Hearn and Carlyle King present a fundraiser for One Night Only to benefit the Road Theatre....


Straight from Sundance, Utkarsh Ambudkar Releases Video for Standout Track RUNDOWN Photo Straight from Sundance, Utkarsh Ambudkar Releases Video for Standout Track RUNDOWN
by Tori Hartshorn - January 29, 2019

Utkarsh Ambudkar takes narrative into his own hands with the release of album standout-track “Rundown,” the first track off his debut album Vanity, out now. “Rundown” bridges the gap between the Baltimore native's crossover from mainstream to conscious rap. “Rundown” is the embodiment of the message...


Jay Pharoah Joins The All Star Virtual Comedy Fundraiser COMICS STAND UP FOR ANTON & Photo Jay Pharoah Joins The All Star Virtual Comedy Fundraiser COMICS STAND UP FOR ANTON & MARI
by A.A. Cristi - February 18, 2021

Saturday Night Live alum, actor and comedian Jay Pharoah will join some of the top names in comedy for the upcoming All Star Zoom Comedy Fundraiser: Comics Stand Up For Anton & Mari, in support of their friends, Emmy-winning commercial producer Anton Maillie and his wife Mari Fuentes and their battl...


J. Harrison Ghee, Jack Davenport & More Join Fox's ACCUSED Photo J. Harrison Ghee, Jack Davenport & More Join Fox's ACCUSED
by Michael Major - September 07, 2022

Emmy Winner Margo Martindale, Emmy Nominee Molly Parker, Rachel Bilson and Jack Davenport, J. Harrison Ghee and Ian Anthony Dale have joined the cast of Accused, which also features Malcolm Jamal Warner, Karen LeBlanc, Wendell Pierce, Baron Vaughn, Sean Kleier, Rhea Pearlman, Aaron Ashmore and Ton...


Shakespeare & Company to Present SHAKE IT UP: A SHAKESPEARE CABARET Photo Shakespeare & Company to Present SHAKE IT UP: A SHAKESPEARE CABARET
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 28, 2024

Shakespeare & Company presents Shake It Up: A Shakespeare Cabaret, a celebration of Shakespeare-influenced music, text, and storytelling at the Tina Packer Playhouse from July 2-7....


SYFY Films Releases HOVER In Theaters June 29 & VOD/Digital HD July 3 Photo SYFY Films Releases HOVER In Theaters June 29 & VOD/Digital HD July 3
by Macon Prickett - April 18, 2018

SYFY Films today announces the release of the upcoming film HOVER, in theaters on June 29, 2018 and on VOD and Digital HD on July 3, 2018. Directed by Matt Osterman (400 DAYS, “Ghost from the Machine”), the science fiction film marks the feature screenwriting debut of Cleopatra Coleman (“The Last Ma...


Sundance Now's Gripping New International Thriller NEXT OF KIN Makes U.S. Debut on Pr Photo Sundance Now's Gripping New International Thriller NEXT OF KIN Makes U.S. Debut on Premium Streaming Service in June
by Tori Hartshorn - May 30, 2018

Sundance Now, AMC Networks' premium video streaming service announced today that it will launch 'Next Of Kin,' a gripping and timely international thriller, on Thursday, June 21st. All episodes of the six-part drama, shown for the first time in the US, star Primetime Emmy(R) Award winner and Golden ...


Shudder Acquires THE BOY BEHIND THE DOOR Photo Shudder Acquires THE BOY BEHIND THE DOOR
by Sarah Jae Leiber - April 22, 2021

In The Boy Behind the Door, a night of unimaginable terror awaits twelve-year-old Bobby (Lonnie Chavis) and his best friend, Kevin (Ezra Dewey), when they are abducted on their way home from school....


Montreal International Dance Festival Announces Artists and Program Schedule Photo Montreal International Dance Festival Announces Artists and Program Schedule
by Stephi Wild - November 12, 2020

After months of preparation, Infini D, a non-profit organization, unveil the complete program and the participating artists for the first edition of the Montreal International Dance Festival (FidMtl) which will be held from November 18 to 22, 2020. After several delays and change of programming, all...


Meet the Cast of GYPSY, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway Photo Meet the Cast of GYPSY, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - November 21, 2024

GYPSY is coming back to Broadway, starring Audra McDonald! The production begins previews at Broadway’s newly renovated Majestic Theatre. Meet the cast of GYPSY here!...


Celebration Theatre Presents DEAD BOYS By Matthew Scott Montgomery Photo Celebration Theatre Presents DEAD BOYS By Matthew Scott Montgomery
by A.A. Cristi - June 06, 2018

Celebration Theatre has announced a limited engagement of Matthew Scott Montgomery's award-winning drama Dead Boys, set to run July 1-31 on Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday nights. Under the direction of Christopher James Raymond, the production will feature (in alphabetical order) playwright Montgomery ...


Jay Pharoah to Performa at Comedy Works South at the Landmark in November Photo Jay Pharoah to Performa at Comedy Works South at the Landmark in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 30, 2023

Jay Pharoah will perform at Comedy Works South at the Landmark on Friday, November 3 / 7:15 PM & 9:45 PM / $30.00, and Saturday, November 4 / 7:15 & 9:45 PM / $30.00....


IAMA Theatre Company’s 7TH ANNUAL NEW WORKS FESTIVAL to Feature 8 New Plays Photo IAMA Theatre Company’s 7TH ANNUAL NEW WORKS FESTIVAL to Feature 8 New Plays
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 31, 2024

IAMA Theatre Company will host its 7th Annual New Works Festival this December, featuring eight new plays presented as staged readings. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets....






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