television

New York City Suspends Film Shoots for Snowstorm

The Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment has officially suspended all outdoor film permits for Saturday, Feb. 9, due to severe weather in New York City.

HBO Adapting Broadway Play ‘Stick Fly’ for TV

Lydia R. Diamond’s family drama is moving from stage to screen, with a screenplay adaptation written by the playwright.

Gosling Will Direct His ‘Drive’ Co-Star; Keaton Plays Bad Guy in ‘Robocop’ Reboot

Ryan Gosling will write and direct “How to Catch a Monster,” while Michael Keaton comes back to big screens as the “Robocop” villain, and Michael Pitt marries Mary Pickford.

Comedy Central Launches CC Studios for Digital Content

Comedy Central’s new production initiative, led by new VP Allison Kingsley, will develop original digital content including Web series and branded entertainment.

How Louisiana Actors and Crew Benefit from Boom in Local Productions

"Twilight," "Treme," and Quentin Tarantino are among those taking advantage of Louisiana's tax credits.

VIDEO: Back Stage Reader Featured on '30 Rock' Season Premiere

In 2009, Back Stage reader Bob Leonard was featured in our weekly "Who Got the Part?" column after he was cast as a member of the Timeless Torches, a dance team for the WNBA's New York Liberty.

Alexis Alexanian Elected New Board President of NYWIFT

New York Women in Film & Television's board of directors announces the election of Alexis Alexanian as its president; five new board members also elected.

Cali. Tax Credit Bill Nears Full Passage

Assembly Member Felipe Fuentes’ bill adding two years to the California Film & Television Tax Credit Program passed unanimously through two Senate committees.

'Parks and Rec's' Jim O'Heir on Playing Jerry and Pilot Season

Veteran character actor Jim O'Heir takes abuse every week as Jerry Gergich on NBC's "Parks and Recreation." Why does he love it so much?

Emmy Cheat Sheet: Who Will and Should Win on Sunday

The 64th Primetime Emmy Awards air Sept. 23 at 7 p.m. EST on ABC. Here’s your ballot for the top categories of the night, along with our best guesses at who will take home the gold—and who we would vote for.