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New Book Examines Black Women's Film Stardom

Dorothy Dandridge, Pam Grier, Whoopi Goldberg and Oprah Winfrey are subjects of the new book "Divas on Screen: Black Women in American Film."

Dallas to Dazzle with New Performing Arts District

Dallas is opening its $354 million performing arts center, unveiling a new opera house and theater designed by architectural stars with the idea of making the arts more accessible.

Tell Us Your Story – We Might Publish It!

Back Stage is looking for actors to tell us their stories. We are looking for people who are interested in blogging or writing individual essays about their life as a performer.

Broadway Stage Manager Hit with Peeping Charge

A stage manager on the Broadway production of "South Pacific" has been charged with secretly recording an actress in her dressing room.

Emerging Writer Finalists Named for 24 Hour Plays

The Montblanc Young Writers Project for the 24 Hour Plays has announced six finalists for the first emerging writer to be showcased in this annual event.

The Last Smoker in America

"The Last Smoker in America" intends to be a comedic social commentary on political freedoms and individual differences in American society.

'Simpsons' Contest Lets Winner Create Character

"The Simpsons" is giving one lucky contest winner the chance to make others yellow with envy by creating a character for the animated TV series.

Los Angeles Production Listings

"Beginners" Ewan McGregor plays a son rocked by two announcements from his elderly father: that he has terminal cancer and that he's gay. Written and directed by Mike Mills.

New York Production Listings

"Enron," Lucy Prebble's new play about the financial scandals of the 1990s. The hit London production is transferring to the West End from the Royal Court Theatre in January 2010.

TV Pilot Production Listings

"Rizzoli," A Boston police detective and a local medical examiner team up to track down serial killers, including one that has eluded the detective for years. Written by Janet Tamaro.