Jude Law’s Riff Raff Strikes TV Development Deal With Newen Connect; First Project Is Political Thriller Starring Law

EXCLUSIVE:Jude LawsRiff Raff Entertainmenthas received significant funding via a new TV development deal with FrancesNewenConnect. Riff Raff had already been growing rapidly due to a multi-million dollar capital injection 18 months agofrom Calculus Capital. More will be announced soon, Riff Raff said. L to R: Jude Law, Ben JacksonMatt Grov Along with its distribution arm, TF1-owned Newen owns more than 50 production companies around Europe in 11 territories. Discovery exec Pierre Branco will be replacing Romain Bessi as CEO in April....

February 27, 2024 · 1 min · 81 words · Gabriel Levy

Lionsgate Television Group Ups 3 Execs In Business Affairs

EXCLUSIVE:Lionsgate Television Grouphas promoted three company veterans in its business affairs department. Related Stories Rachelle Williams-BenAry Signs Overall Deal With Lionsgate Television Group ‘Mrs. She also handlesP-Valleyfor Starz andExtended Familyfor NBC. Ashley Morales, Elisabeth James Rhee and Keith WarrenCourtesy of Lionsgate Morales previously served as SVP, Television Business Affairs. She previously served as VP, Business & Legal Affairs Administration. Warren previously served as VP, Television Business Affairs.

February 27, 2024 · 1 min · 67 words · Jennifer Matthews

Lynda Gravátt Dies: Broadway Actor, TV’s ‘The Hoop Life’ Star Was 77

Her death was confirmed by the National Black Theatre. A cause has not been disclosed. Other television credits includeThe Good Wife, 30 Rock, Person of InterestandMadam Secretary. Lynda Gravátt in 2016Jason Smith/Everett Collection Greatness, wrote actor Viola Davis in a social media post. Rest well Lynda Gravat. She is survived by sons David and Oge; five grandchildren, and other extended family.

February 27, 2024 · 1 min · 61 words · Paul White

Netflix Makes Broadway Producing Debut With Peter Morgan’s ‘Patriots’

Netflixis about to make itsBroadwayproducing debut, joining the team ofPeter Morgans upcoming playPatriots. Opening night at Broadways Ethel Barrymore Theatre is April 22. Netflixs participation was announced in a press release today about the completed casting of the large ensemble. Patriots/Facebook Understudies are Benjamin Bonenfant, Danielle Chaves, Joe Forbrich and Tony Ward.

February 27, 2024 · 1 min · 52 words · Abigail Ward

Paramount+ Greenlights UK Thriller Series Set In World Where Men Live Under Strict Nightly Curfew

But in a world where men are bound by the curfew system, her theory is rejected. Burke (Sister Act) is Helen, a well intentioned local school teacher and advocator for the curfew. The series is being produced by Federation-ownedVertigo Filmsin the UK in association with Evolutionary Films, withFederation Studiosdistributing. L to R: Sarah Parish, Alexandra Burke, Mandip GillJonathan Wrather, Laura Lewis, Michael Shelford Joasia Goldyn (Britannia) is director onCurfew, whilst Lydia Yeoman (The Haze) is lead writer....

February 27, 2024 · 1 min · 77 words · Lisa Young

Photographer Accuses Taylor Swift’s Father Of Assault In Sydney – Reports

The photographer, Ben McDonald,toldthe BBC the singer had already entered a car when Mr. Swift charged in and attacked him. The man did not require medical treatment. ARLINGTON, TX - APRIL 19: Scott Kingsley Swift (L) and his daughter, honoree Taylor Swift, attend the 50th Academy of Country Music Awards at AT&T StadiumGetty Watch on Deadline Swift ended the Australian-leg of her blockbuster Eras Tour in Sydney on Monday night....

February 27, 2024 · 1 min · 94 words · Robert Mitchell

Reba McEntire On ‘The Voice’ Exit Claims: “This Is Not True”

Reba McEntireis setting the record straight on claims she is leavingThe Voice. The country star took to social media to call out reports that say she is leaving theNBCsinging competition. yo do not hit any articles that say I am leavingThe Voice. Reba McEntire, coach of ‘The Voice’Art Streiber/NBC This is not true, McEntire posted on X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter. I do not sell or promote any jot down of gummy product, she added....

February 27, 2024 · 1 min · 108 words · Kristina Ryan

Sara Ramirez Concludes Time On ‘And Just Like That…’

Sara Ramirezs time has ended on theSex and the Cityspinoff seriesAnd Just Like That… atMax. Related Stories And Just Like That… Renewed For Season 3 On Max And Just Like That… Max declined comment in January and again for this story. Sara RamirezMax Really nice try, though. Through Carrie, Che meets Miranda, Esq, and there was instant chemistry. An affair began, followed by Mirandas separation from Steve (David Eigenberg) and an eventual divorce....

February 27, 2024 · 1 min · 105 words · Ethan Kelley

Sony Laying Off 900 At PlayStation In Restructuring

U.S. staffers will all be notified today. Today, I am writing with sad news. The proposed changes mean that we will enter a period of collective consultation before any final decisions are taken. All employees who are part of the collective consultation will be made aware of the next steps today. Your resilience, sensitivity, and adaptiveness will be critical in the weeks and months to come. This will not be easy, and I am aware of the impact it will have on wellbeing....

February 27, 2024 · 1 min · 109 words · Kathy Sanders

Tanya Grubich Dies: Pioneering Broadway And Touring Theater Marketer Was 60

The Bucks County, Pennsylvania, resident was 60. Grubich met her wife Stephenie in late 2010 and they married in August 2014. Grubich has donated her brain to science to continue the fight against this disease. Tanya GrubichAnnette Bartlett She was predeceased by father George Richard Grubich. Donations to the Alzheimers Association can be made in her name at theAssociations website.

February 27, 2024 · 1 min · 60 words · Stephen Higgins

Tina Fey & Amy Poehler Break Beacon Theatre Record With 11 Consecutive Sold-Out Shows

The Beacon engagement of the formerSaturday Night Livecast mates ran between February 7 and 18. The record attendance was announced by Beacon owner Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. The previous Beacon record of 10 consecutive shows was set in October by Trevor Noah. Tina Fey and Amy PoehlerMSG Entertainment TheRestless Leg tourmarked the first time either Fey or Poehler performed at the Upper West Side venue. The shows were promoted by Live Nation....

February 27, 2024 · 1 min · 73 words · Michelle Quinn

UK Union Bectu Calls For Urgent Summit With Gov’t Over Freelancer Crisis & Criticizes Culture Secretary For Saying Creative Industries Are “Booming”

The workforce, who underpin the sectors success, must have a seat at the table. Watch on Deadline She was writing on behalf of the thousands of UKfreelancers. Childs criticized Frazer for recent remarks about how the creative industries are booming. Lucy Frazer (left) & Philippa ChildsLeon Neal/Getty Images / Bectu Last week, Childs urged an open and honest conversation from broadcasters about the crisis.

February 27, 2024 · 1 min · 64 words · Vincent Wolf

‘American Sports Story’ Casts Tammy Blanchard As Aaron Hernandez’s Mother

Season 1 is based on the podcastGladiator: Aaron Hernandezand Football Inc.and hails from theBoston Globe and Wondery. 20thTelevision and FX declined to comment for this story. Blanchard most recently portrayed Audrey in the Off-Broadway revival ofLittle Shop of Horrors. Tammy Blanchard, Terri Hernandez (inset) Aaron HernandezShawn Reinoehl/Getty Images She also starred opposite Denzel Washington in the revival ofThe Iceman Cometh. She is repped by Paradigm Talent Agency.

February 27, 2024 · 1 min · 67 words · Lauren Thomas