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NBC Pairs Jesus, Pill-Popping Priest in TV Pilot

NBC, praying for new hits as it weathers a post-"Friends" ratings slump, may soon be bringing Jesus to prime time.

Thomas Hildreth always knew that the rugged Maine

Thomas Hildreth always knew that the rugged Maine island of Vinalhaven would make a stunning backdrop for a movie. Growing up, he often spent summers there, and he's still very much in tune with the area's distinct rhythms. His deep respect for and connection to the island is ...

NYC Auditions at a Glance

Culled from the hundreds of casting notices listed daily on BackStage.com, below are this week's audition highlights, organized by East Coast and by the day the auditions are being held.

Posey Goes 'Legal,' Pilots Sign More Stars

Parker Posey has been tapped for a multiple-episode arc on ABC's drama "Boston Legal."

Lemur Species Named After John Cleese

Most people know him as the Minister for Silly Walks on ''Monty Python'' or as Q in James Bond films. But John Cleese will also go down in history for another reason: lemurs.

Jackman Makes Tony-Hosting a Triple Play

For the third consecutive year, the stage of Radio City Music Hall will belong to Hugh Jackman when the theatre and film star hosts the 2005 Tony Awards.

Carol Burnett to Perform 'Mattress' Again

For Carol Burnett, once around with "Once Upon a Mattress" was far from enough.

Longoria: Acting Career Was Carefully Planned

The Latina beauty on hit television show "Desperate Housewives" is bugged by all the newspaper, magazine and Web gossip about her sex life.

Caligula

From the start, "Caligula" feels like a winner.

Equity Jeff Noms Feel 'Wicked'

Nominations for the 37th annual Joseph Jefferson Awards honoring Equity theatre productions in Chicago were announced Sept. 12.