Join us in August at Playhouse on Park for a reading of the latest solo show from comedy icon, Lisa Lampanelli!. Lampanelli's previous appearance at Playhouse on Park in 2022, "Lisa Lampanelli: Big Fat Failure," helped drum up more than $11,000 for the theater. This summer, she hopes to raise funds and awareness for Playhouse on Park once again.

Playhouse on Park To Present LISA LAMPANELLI: IRRELEVANT!

Lucie Arnaz has had a long and varied career, starting as a child actor on television under the watchful eyes of her showbiz parents Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz. Since those early days, she has carved out a career on stage, too, from playing regional shows to originating roles on Broadway and the West End. The crowd at 54 Below on Thursday, July 20, was treated to a setlist of songs from a bevy of roles she has played or desired to play.

Review: Lucie Arnaz Celebrates A Life On Stage with I GOT THE JOB at 54 Below

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The Village Cidiot, written and performed by Lauren Letellier, will debut at the 2024 Rochester Fringe Festival in three performances at Roc Cinema Theater Sept.10 at 6:45pm, Sept. 12 at 7:30pm, and Sept. 14 at 2:30pm. Roc Cinema Theater is located at 957 S Clinton Ave, Rochester, NY. Tickets are $15 and on sale now at rochesterfringe.com, via phone, in person at the venue, and in person at Fringe Central.

THE VILLAGE CIDIOT Comes To The 2024 Rochester Fringe Festival

Wayne Brady, Mandie Taketa, Jason Michael Fordham, and Maile Brady recently hosted a game night at the Spare Room in the Roosevelt Hotel to celebrate the new docuseries of their remixed modern family. The new show, Wayne Brady: The Family Remix, will premiere on Freeform on Wednesday, July 24, at...

Photos: Inside the WAYNE BRADY: THE FAMILY REMIX Game Night at the Roosevelt Hotel

Mannheim Steamroller's 2024 Christmas Tour with a stop at The Weidner on Tuesday, December 17. Tickets go on sale to the public Friday, July 26 at 10 AM and will be available through Ticket Star at WeidnerCenter.com, TicketStarOnline.com or by calling Ticket Star at 800-895-0071. Chip Davis, founder and creator...

MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER CHRISTMAS to Perform at The Weidner in December

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Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon star Cheng Pei-pei died on Wednesday (July 17) in the San Francisco Bay area, Variety reports. She was 78.

According to the outlet, the late actress had been suffering from a degenerative brain disease, and her brain has been donated to research.

Remembering Bob Newhart: Comedy’s Ultimate Straight Man

Per People, Cheng’s family posted a statement on Facebook, confirming that she “passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on July 17.”

“In 2019, our mom was diagnosed with a neurodegenerative, atypical parkinsonism syndrome – unofficially, corticobasal degeneration (CBD),” they shared. “It is a rare disease with symptoms...

R.I.P. Cheng Pei-pei: ‘Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon’ Star Dead At 78

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Mary Desmond will star as “Sandy” and Hayden Kharrazi as “Danny” in GREASE , the 22nd annual Broadway in the Park Production, presented by TACFA and GiveKidsPanto. Directed by original Grease cast member Barry Pearl and Choreography by BECCA SWEITZER, musical direction is by Micheal Sobie. GREASE will begin performances on Tuesday, August 6 and run through Saturday, August 10, 2024 at Peppertree Park.

TACFA and GiveKidsPanto to Present GREASE in August

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A film analyst says there's an "expectation" that the sequel "Deadpool & Wolverine" will make $1 billion at the box office.

Ryan Reynolds had so much faith in 'Deadpool' he 'let go of getting paid.' Now the franchise is worth over $1 billion.

Apple TV+ has debuted the trailer for the highly anticipated kids and family series “Yo Gabba GabbaLand!,” inspired by the hit, Emmy Award-nominated cultural phenomenon “Yo Gabba Gabba!,” which has delighted kids and parents alike worldwide with its blend of supremely singable music, colorful characters and captivating animation.

Video: Apple TV+ Releases YO GABBA GABBALAND! Trailer

Huey Lewis was placed on the Sardi’s Walls of Broadway fame with his portrait at an unveiling by Max Klimavicius, owner of Sardi’s. Huey was represented on Broadway this season with the musical The Heart of Rock and Roll but he also made his Broadaway acting debut as Billy Flynn in Chicago in 2005 where the iconic Grammy Award wining rocker fell in love with the Broadway community. Many of The Heart of Rock and Roll’s creative and cast came out to congratulate him!

Photos: Inside Huey Lewis' Sardi's Caricature Celebration

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A Joker is born. Venice 2024 lineup boasts 'Joker: Folie à Deux,' Daniel Craig in 'Queer,' Angelina Jolie in 'Maria' and more
Warner Bros. and DC Studios released a new trailer for “Joker: Folie à Deux” on Tuesday, giving fans their best look yet at the sequel to 2019’s hit psychological thriller “Joker.” The trailer emphasizes the bad romance between Arthur Fleck, a.k.a. The Joker (Joaquin Phoenix, who won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance in “Joker”), and Harleen Quinzel, a.k.a. Harley Quinn (Lady Gaga). It gives a preview of the film’s musical elements. 
The trailer flashes back to Harleen...

‘Joker: Folie à Deux’ trailer drops Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga into a dark musical [Watch]

Legendary independent New York-based rock label Equal Vision Records and Hail The Sun are excited to present the vinyl reissue for the 10th anniversary of Wake, the experimental California-based rock quintet’s revered sophomore album. Available in custard, clear splatter and pink splatter colorways, this new vinyl offering will be limited to 1000 and is available now via the Equal Vision store HERE.

Hail The Sun to Reissue 'Wake' on Vinyl for 10th Anniversary

The Flaming Lips will celebrate 25 years of their seminal 1999 album, The Soft Bulletin, with the brand new The Soft Bulletin 25TH Anniversary Vinyl out September 6. It will be available in limited-edition 2LP Vinyl with stunning Zoetrope designs notably co-created by Drew Tetz and band frontman Wayne Coyne. Plus, it boasts brand new sleeve artwork in addition to an insert with text penned by Wayne. Click HERE to pre-order.

The Flaming Lips to Release 25th Anniversary Edition of 'The Soft Bulletin' Album

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

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Due to incredible fan demand, Juno Award Winning and Certified Gold selling International R&B Icon Dru has extended his Soul Nostalgic Residency, a live Vegas style dinner and show once a month, at Acqua Supper Club. This intimate setting accommodates over 350 seated (dining) and 1000+ standing guests, promising an...

R&B Icon Dru Extends 'SOUL Nostalgic' Residency

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For years, Kevin Costner’s Waterworld was synonymous in Hollywood with mega-bucks flop. This weekend, some are wondering whether his new western opus, Horizon: An American Saga — Chapter 1  will bring new meaning to biting the dust. It bombed out of the gate, earning just $11 million despite a hefty budget of $100 million and $30 million in marketing. Aimed at fans of of the hit cable show Yellowstone, Costner hoped the film would resonate with middle America, but instead it failed to attract a significant audience, landing third in box office rankings behind Inside Out 2 and A...

Kevin Costner’s Western ‘Horizon’ Is a Box Office Disaster

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He helped make three of the highest grossing films of all time become a reality. On Friday July 5th, producer Jon Landau passed away in Los Angeles, California. He was 63 years old.

'Titanic' and 'Avatar' Producer Passes at 63

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Kentucky’s medical cannabis program has taken significant steps toward ensuring those with qualifying conditions have access to medical cannabis as soon as possible, said Gov. Andy Beshear this week.

State to open licensing applications for medical cannabis businesses beginning July 1

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The founder of the website that changed how moviegoers buy tickets has died after a fall from the 20th floor of a New York City hotel.

Fandango founder J. Michael Cline dies in fall from New York hotel

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CJ 4DPLEX And Cineplex To Open Three New 270-Degree Panoramic ScreenX Auditoriums In Canada

CJ 4DPLEX, the world's leading producer of premium film formats and cinema technologies, and Cineplex, Canada's leading entertainment and media company, announced TODAY three new ScreenX...

CJ 4DPLEX And Cineplex To Open Three New 270-Degree Panoramic ScreenX Auditoriums In Canada

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