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Support Central US Regional Theaters on Giving Tuesday

In the vibrant spirit of generosity that defines Giving Tuesday, BroadwayWorld is proud to shine a spotlight on the remarkable campaigns launched by theaters across the United States, Canada, and Australia. Check out campaigns from the Central US.

Photos: The Hollywood Museum Presents An Acting Animals Tribute Exhibit

On the evening of April 6th, in advance of “NATIONAL PET DAY,” (April 11th), Founder/President of the Hollywood Museum, Donelle Dadigan, hosted a tribute exhibit to Acting Animals. See photos from the event.

Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; Short North Stage Leads Favorite Local Theatre!

The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

AMC Allblk Supernatural Drama WICKED CITY Adds Shaquita Smith

AllBlk has greenlit the supernatural drama Wicked City from executive producers Tressa 'Azarel' Smallwood and Donte Lee set to debut this winter.

VIDEO: Keith Robinson Shares 'Nothing like Christmas Day' Music Video

Keith Robinson is also enjoying the successful premieres of his two Hallmark Channel Original films, 'Sister Swap: A Hometown Holiday' and 'Sister Swap: Christmas In The City'. Both film premiered to great ratings and amazing reviews. The films will continue airing on the Hallmark Channel throughout the holiday season.

Performers Across The Decades Hit The Stage For Valley Youth Theatre Fundraiser, August 21

More than 100 performers from Arizona and nationwide will hit the stage for Valley Youth Theatre's (VYT) VYTal Affair-athon, an eight-hour, Jerry Lewis-style virtual event to be streamed live.

BET+ Announces Legal Drama CARL WEBER'S INFLUENCE

Today, BET+ announces their latest legal drama 'CARL WEBER'S INFLUENCE' launching on the streaming platform, Thursday, February 20. With his trademark dramatic style, NY Times best-selling author, Carl Weber introduces us to the Hudson's, a family of African-American lawyers lead by famed attorney Bradley Hudson (Roger Guenveur Smith). Bradley is the Johnnie Cochran of our time; and along with his son Lamont (Todd Anthony), daughter Desiree (Drew Sidora) and his new wife Carla (Kellita Smith), the Hudson's make up some of the best legal minds in the country. They are going to need it to defend Grammy award-winning singer Savannah (Deborah Cox) against the murder charges of her celebrity husband Kyle Kirby (Anthony Hamilton).

Deborah Cox to Star in CARL WEBER'S INFLUENCE On BET Plus

Broadway alum Deborah Cox will star in the upcoming film “Carl Weber's Influence,” which will premiere Feb. 20 on BET Plus, according to Black Film.

Great Picture Show Announces Partnership with Dame Dash Studios

Great Picture Show, founded by actor and producer Columbus Short, today announced a long-term production and promotional partnership with Dame Dash Studios (DDS33), a multimedia studio and production house founded by producer and entrepreneur, Dame Dash.

TRUE TO THE GAME Opens as the Number 1 Independent Film at this Weekend's Box Office

True to the Game, the film adaptation of the book by New York Times' best-selling author Teri Woods, hit theaters over the weekend and came in as the #1 independent film at the box office.

Cast Announced for Stageplay Remake of Hit Movie TWO CAN PLAY THAT GAME

The original movie was met with rave reviews, instantly becoming a fan favorite and cult classic. Over the years, the media has lauded it a 'turning point in movie history' and a 'game changer.' It is the movie Two Can Play That Game.

Vivica Fox & MORE Star in Film Adaptation of Novel Cult Classic TRUE TO THE GAME

Imani Motion Pictures is proud to announce the formal release of the film adaptation of Teri Woods' fan favorite and NY Times best-selling novel,TRUE TO THE GAME .True To The Gamewill debut in theaters nationwide onSeptember 8, 2017.

TV One's Hit Comedy BORN AGAIN VIRGIN Returns Tonight

TV One is heating things up this winter with the return of its hit series Born Again Virgin tonight, Dec. 8 at 9 p.m. ET/PT.

TV One's Hit Comedy BORN AGAIN VIRGIN Returns 12/8

TV One is heating things up this winter with the return of its hit series Born Again Virgin on Tuesday, Dec. 8 at 9 p.m. ET/PT.

Former SCANDAL Actor Columbus Short Arrested at Album Release Party

TVGuide.com reports that Actor Columbus Short was arrested by bounty hunters at his own album release party Tuesday night.

TV One Premieres New Scripted Comedy BORN AGAIN VIRGIN Tonight

This summer, TV One takes a sexy, sassy look at love and dating in today's hyper-connected world in the new scripted comedy Born Again Virgin premiering tonight, August 5.

TV One to Premiere New Scripted Comedy BORN AGAIN VIRGIN, 8/5

This summer, TV One takes a sexy, sassy look at love and dating in today's hyper-connected world in the new scripted comedy Born Again Virgin premiering Wednesday, August 5

Former LION KING Cast Member Joins USA's COMPLICATIONS

Christine Horn, former cast member of Disney's 'The Lion King' is set to star in the new hit television series, 'Complications' on the USA Network. The 2-hour season premiere airs Thursday, June 18, 2015 at 9 pm EST.

BWW Reviews: Short North Stage's SONGS OF THE SEASON Pays Homage to Columbus' Christmas Traditions

From its founding in 1851 to its closing in 2005, Columbus' Lazarus Department Store brought the spirit of the holidays to Ohio's capital city with a multitude of festive traditions-from animated window displays to shimmering strings of lights and talking evergreen trees. Now, almost a decade since the store closed its doors for the last time, the magic of Christmas at Lazarus comes alive once more in Short North Stage's second annual holiday production, "Songs of the Season."