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ECNY Awards Announce Nominees
Nominations have been announced for the sixth annual ECNY Awards, representing the work of the New York comedy scene... More »

Head North This Winter for Michigan Comedy Fest
The Traverse City Comedy Arts Festival is scheduled for Feb. 19-21, organized by a couple of celebrities with local ... More »

Marika Rivera, Actress and Artist's Daughter, Dies in England
Marika Rivera, a daughter of the Mexican artist Diego Rivera, has died in England, her son said Tuesday. She was 90. More »

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Tucker and Dale

From Sidekicks to Stars
Director Eli Craig's comedy-horror hybrid tracks goofy backwoods buddies Tucker and Dale after they're mistaken for serial killers by a gang of not-too-bright college kids. More »

Tucker and Dale vs. Evil

In With New
"Tucker and Dale vs. Evil," a clever horror-comedy that had Sundance audiences in stitches, catapults both Alan Tudyk and Tyler Labine to leading-man status. More »

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'Dear' Destiny
"Dear John" is a seminal film for its stars, marking Amanda Seyfried's first turn in a leading role and Channing Tatum's opportunity to solidify his status as one of the most intriguing actors working today. More »

Richard Rella

You've Got to Have Friends
"While evaluating my December numbers, I noticed that I put together a solid month of activity during the hiatus of "30 Rock." " -- Richard Rella Jr. More »

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Vincent D'Onofrio

Oscar's Short-Film Races Could Surprise
Set aside the showdown between "Avatar" and "The Hurt Locker" for a moment. Stop obsessing over whether Sandra or Meryl will take home the best actress trophy. More »

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Angelina Jolie to Visit Haiti with UN Refugee Body
The U.N. refugee agency says its goodwill ambassador Angelina Jolie is heading to Haiti to meet with earthquake victims. More »

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Lincoln Center Fest to Import RSC
The Lincoln Center Festival, the Park Avenue Armory, and Ohio State University announced that they will bring the Royal Shakespeare Company to New York to perform for six weeks in July and August of next year. More »

Emmy Award

NBC Considers Lifting Emmys Tape Delay
After airing the Golden Globes live coast-to-coast for the first time last month, NBC is considering doing the same for the Emmys. More »

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Bulletins

Joan Baker

Voice-Over Class to Benefit Alzheimer's
The Learning Annex will host a class called "Make Millions with Your Voice!" on Feb. 23, 2010.  Voice-over actor and... More »

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    Spotlights

    Drama Schools

    Spotlight on Acting Schools & Coaches
    Got books? Acting teachers' top picks on the best books. Plus Back Stage's comprehensive N.Y. coaching listing. More »

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      LaToya London

      Open a New Window
      I had no idea I would ever be performing live theater. Even though so many people said I would be perfect for Broadwa... More »

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        Who Got the Part

        Jessie Losch

        Jessie Losch... Got the Part
        It was the first time she'd sent out her brand-new professional photos, and when she was called in about a week later... More »

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