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VIDEO: First Look - PBS Presents Documentary on A RAISIN IN THE SUN Playwright Lorraine Hansberry
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 4, 2017


One week after the anniversary of her death, American Masters -- Lorraine Hansberry: Sighted Eyes/Feeling Heart premieres nationwide Friday, January 19 at 9 p.m. on PBS (check local listings) and will stream the following day at pbs.org/americanmasters and PBS apps. Check out the trailer below!

Production Underway for Third Season of SundanceTV Hit Series HAP AND LEONARD
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 25, 2017


SundanceTV announced today that production is underway on season three of the network's critically-acclaimed original scripted anthology series HAP AND LEONARD, in Atlanta, Georgia. The six-part drama, returning to SundanceTV in early 2018, takes inspiration from 'The Two-Bear Mambo,' the third installment of Joe R. Lansdale's popular book series.

Nick Cannon's KING OF THE DANCEHALL Now Streaming on YouTube Red
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 2, 2017


Following its debut last year at the Toronto International Film Festival, KING OF THE DANCEHALL, produced by Nick Cannon's NCREDIBLE Productions, will make its debut on YouTube Red tomorrow, August 2 on Russell Simmons's All Def Digital channel.

Indie Comedy CAPTURE THE FLAG Features Hollywood Legends Dick Van Dyke & More
by Caryn Robbins - May 31, 2017


The film CAPTURE THE FLAG is a poignant comedy that follows two US Korean War Vets who play a game of 'capture the flag' to determine who wins the privilege of raising Old Glory in their retirement community courtyard every morning.

Roundup: Check Out The Top Stories From Los Angeles You Might Have Missed 5/12 - MAMMA MIA and More!
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2017


Roundup: Check Out The Top Stories From Los Angeles You Might Have Missed 5/12 - MAMMA MIA and More!

BWW EXCLUSIVE: Dick Van Dyke to star in CAPTURE THE FLAG
by Lee Cooley - May 3, 2017


Tony-Emmy-Grammy Winner Dick Van Dyke to star in heartwarming vet flick CAPTURE THE FLAG with military-veteran actors Barry Corbin, John Amos and Paul Dooley.

AMERICAN MASTERS to Present 'Maya Angelou: And Still I Rise', on PBS Today
by BWW News Desk - Feb 21, 2017


With unprecedented access, filmmakers Bob Hercules and Rita Coburn Whack trace Dr. Angelou's incredible journey, shedding light on the untold aspects of her life through never-before-seen footage, rare archival photographs and videos and her own words.

Photo Flash: Hillary Clinton and Bill Clinton Attend PBS's MAYA ANGELOU: AND I STILL RISE Preview in NYC
by - Feb 17, 2017


Last night, February 16, 2017, at a special preview event for the new documentary 'American Masters -- Maya Angelou: And Still I Rise' at The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture (New York, NY), Dr. Maya Angelou's grandson Colin Johnson, Co-Founder and Principal of Caged Bird Legacy, LLC, presented Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton and President Bill Clinton with a plaque of Dr. Maya Angelou's inauguration poem, 'On The Pulse of Morning,' that flew on the Orion Exploration Flight Test-1 (EFT-1) December 5, 2014. Scroll down for photos!

PBS Announces Highlights of Black History Month Programming
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 17, 2017


To honor Black History Month, and as part of its commitment to celebrate the diversity of America year-round, PBS kicks off a new year with documentaries and specials that highlight the African-American experience

85th Hollywood Christmas Parade to Air on The CW & Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Channel
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 14, 2016


The 85 th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade featuring Grand Marshal Olivia Newton-John, will premiere as a two-hour primetime special on Friday, December 16, 2016 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT (7:00 p.m. CT) on The CW Network repeating on Wednesday, December 21, 2106 at 3:00 p.m. ET/PT (2:00 p.m. CT) on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Channel

First-Ever HOLLYWOOD WALK OF FAME HONORS to Air on The CW, Today
by BWW News Desk - Nov 23, 2016


The HOLLYWOOD WALK OF FAME HONORS, a first-ever televised event, will air on The CW Network on November 23 (8:00-10:00 p.m. ET/PT).

Louis Gossett Jr, Robert Wagner & More Former Grand Marshals to Return for HOLLYWOOD CHRISTMAS PARADE
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 16, 2016


Mickey Mouse, Larry King, Louis Gossett Jr. and Robert Wagner, former Grand Marshals of the Hollywood Christmas Parade will return to help celebrate this year's historic 85th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade

COME TO THE GARDEN - ON STAGE! Hits Select U.S. Theaters Tonight
by Movies News Desk - May 3, 2016


Enjoy an engaging evening with effervescent storyteller and author Jennifer Wilder Morgan as she takes the stage with animated characters and scenery from her highly-anticipated book, Come to the Garden. Fathom Events and Eakin Films are bringing 'Come to the Garden - On Stage!' to select U.S. cinemas for one night tonight, May 3 at 7:00 p.m. local time.

COME TO THE GARDEN - ON STAGE! to Hit Select U.S. Theaters This May
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 15, 2016


Enjoy an engaging evening with effervescent storyteller and author Jennifer Wilder Morgan as she takes the stage with animated characters and scenery from her highly-anticipated book, Come to the Garden. Fathom Events and Eakin Films are bringing “Come to the Garden – On Stage!” to select U.S. cinemas for one night

Morgan Freeman, John Legend & More Join OSCARS Presenters Lineup
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 18, 2016


Oscar® winners Morgan Freeman and John Legend have been added to the list of presenters, along with J.J. Abrams, Sacha Baron Cohen and Henry Cavill, for the 88th Oscars® telecast.

TV One to Exclusively Rebroadcast Epic Mini-Series ROOTS in HD, Beg. 10/18
by BWW News Desk - Oct 18, 2015


TV One will exclusively debut the remastered, high definition version of the Emmy® Award winning film ROOTS, beginning Sunday, October 18 at 8PM/ET.

The Paley Center to Celebrate African-American Achievements in Television
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 16, 2015


The Paley Center for Media, the leading nonprofit cultural institution that showcases the importance and impact of media on our society, will hold a Hollywood Tribute to African-American Achievements in Television

TV One to Exclusively Rebroadcast Epic Mini-Series ROOTS in HD, Beg. 10/18
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 6, 2015


TV One will exclusively debut the remastered, high definition version of the Emmy® Award winning film ROOTS, beginning Sunday, October 18 at 8PM/ET.

Anti-Bullying Film THE MARTIAL ARTS KID to Open in Select Theaters Today
by BWW News Desk - Sep 18, 2015


An anti-bullying film, The Martial Arts Kid will open only in theatres on September 18th in New York and Los Angeles, which will then quickly be followed by other top markets including Chicago, Texas, Florida and Washington, DC.

Anti-Bullying Film THE MARTIAL ARTS KID to Open in Select Theaters 9/18
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 24, 2015


An anti-bullying film, The Martial Arts Kid will open only in theatres on September 18th in New York and Los Angeles, which will then quickly be followed by other top markets including Chicago, Texas, Florida and Washington, DC.

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