Friday, February 23, 2024

Feel-Good Interview Series: Savannah Guthrie of Today Show/NBC News and Author of "Mostly What God Does": 10 Things to Know About Her

By: Markos Papadatos, #Powerjournalist
Savannah Guthrie is the co-anchor of the popular morning show “Toby” on NBC News, for which she also serves as a chief legal correspondent. She is also the author of the children’s book “Princesses Wear Pants” and “Princesses Save the World.” She is an executive producer of “Princess Power” on Netflix, which is based on her book series. She is also an Emmy Award winner and a recipient of the Edward R. Murrow Award. Most recently, she published her new book on faith titled “Mostly What God Does.” She will be embarking on a book tour to promote this book. On Tuesday, February 27, she will be appearing at The Paramount, where Carson Daly will interview her about the book.

Thursday, February 22, 2024

Herflix Presents Two Free Films and Panel Event for Black History Month with Neema Barnette and Judy Chaikin

Celebrate Black History Month with Herflix.com.

Herflix.com in partnership with African American Women in Cinema (AAWIC) proudly presents two synergistic films celebrating Black History and Women in Film. Available to view for FREE from until February 23rd, 2024.

There will be a special FREE panel with Q & A via zoom from 6:00pm-7:00pm EST. This panel is now available free to watch here: herflix.com/bhmcelebration.

Guest Panelists are Neema Barnette; First African-American woman to direct a prime-time show. Peabody, NAACP IMAGE, & EMMY Awards as well as  Judy Chaikin; Award Winning Producer & Director: The Girls In The Band.

Emmy-nominated Actor Turned Author Jon Lindstrom (General Hospital) Debuts Bestselling Novel "Hollywood Hustle": See him on Tour and in NYC in February

From a well-known Hollywood actor comes a thriller mystery novel that goes deep into the seedier world of Hollywood. Jon Lindstrom, 4-time Emmy-nominated actor from General Hospital with many other credits, enters "Chapter 2" of his life by becoming a best-selling author with his debut novel Hollywood Hustle. Find out all the details on Jon Lindstrom's website at: 
https://www.jonlindstrom.com/
Jon is doing a book tour and will land in New York City on February 27th at the Mysterious Book Shop from 6-7pm. For details visit:  https://www.mysteriousbookshop.com/products/jon-lindstrom-hollywood-hustle-preorder-signed

According to Jon's website, the story is such: Winston Greene, a has-been film star, wakes one morning to find his six-year-old granddaughter at his bedside—traumatized, unattended, and gripping onto a thumb drive. She comes bearing video proof that her mother, Win’s troubled adult daughter, has been kidnapped by a murderous gang demanding all his “movie money” for her safe return. But what they don’t know is…his movie money is long gone. 

Thursday, February 15, 2024

New Play "DILL" by Jeryl Brunner Directed by Jesse Eisenberg Debuts as Part on NYC's Chain Theatre One Act Festival

Support new artists and plays in New York City with the Chain Theatre One Act Festival.

Appearing as part of the Chain Theatre Program is a new play entitled "Dill" by Jeryl Brunner, directed by actor/director Jesse Eisenberg. The play stars Ben McHugh and Jeryl Brunner.

Tickets are available on the website. The play runs on 2/15, 2/18 and 2/23 at the theater on 312 36th Street in Manhattan. Use code DILL. Visit:

www.ChainTheater.org.

The Last Teardrop Premieres at AMC Theater in Harlem as Part of Black History Month: Updated with Photos From the Event

Come celebrate Black History in Harlem. The Last Teardrop will play at the AMC Theater in Harlem on February 15th at 7pm. as part of Harlem Black History Month.  The premiere will be held: Thursday February 15, 2024 7pm Sharp at AMC Magic Johnson Harlem 9, 2309 Frederick Douglass Blvd, New York, NY, 10027.
Media arrivals are between 5:30pm and 6pm, Screening begins at 7pm followed by Q & A with Director and Cast, Paul Griffin (Hat) and  RaStarr +PR Event Co Producers. Tony Grier Film Director and Producer (The Last Teardrop). Bobby Brooks Wilson Film Star/Entertainer/Son of RnB Star Jackie Wilson.  *Limited Tickets at the door for standing room.

Friday, February 9, 2024

Feel-Good Interview Series: Get to Know Actor James Hyde of Daytime Dramas, Lifetime and More: 9 Things to Know About Him

By Markos Papadatos #powerjournalist
James Hyde is an actor and former model, who is known for playing the roles of patriarch Sam Bennett on “Passions” and most recently, he played the nefarious Jeremy Stark in the No. 1 daytime drama “The Young and The Restless” on CBS.
In 2022, he starred in the Lifetime movies "Trapped By My Sugar Daddy" and "Danger Lurking Under My Roof." He was also a part of the romantic comedy "The Date Whisperer" and the holiday movie "A Christmas Frequency," where he starred opposite Denise Richards.
 
His other TV credits include "As the World Turns," "Another World," "CSI," and "Monarca." Hyde is a native of Lancaster, Ohio. He will be doing the play "The Kernel of Truth" in Wisconsin. He went on to share nine interesting and exciting things about himself. 

Thursday, February 8, 2024

Feel-Good Interview Series: Meet British Actor Danny Griffin of Hallmark's Gilded Newport Mysteries - 9 Things to Know About Him

By: Markos Papadatos, #Powerjournalist
British actor Danny Griffin is best known for his role as Sky in season 2 of the Netflix drama, Fate: The Winx Saga, as well as Shane in Get Even for BBC and Netflix, as well as Aslan in Guy Ritchie’s The Gentlemen. He shared nine interesting and exciting things about himself.
Griffin was born in London and raised in Cornwall, and he is also an accomplished equestrian rider. He stars in the new Hallmark mystery Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers opposite Ali Skovbye. He plays the role of Jesse Whyte. This new film premiered on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries on  February 2, 2024.

Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Aristic Director Cady McClain Announces Lineup for New York's Axial Theater - Free Play Readings, Black History Month and More

Axial Theater's Artistic Director Emmy-Winner Cady McClain announces the lineup for the start of 2024. On February 10th in honor of Black History Month there will be a free reading of "The Death of King Shotaway." as part of Axial Theater's new SAFEHOUSE series. Cactus Flowers Play Readings continue in March. Axial Theater also has a new partnership with The Schoolhouse Theater which included a night with Robert Klein. For more info visit:www.AxialTheater.org.

Monday, February 5, 2024

Feel- Good Interview Series: Get to Know Avery Kristen Pohl of 'General Hospital' - 9 Things to Know About Her

By: Markos Papadatos, #Powerjournalist
Actress Avery Kristen Pohl is known for playing the villainous Esme Prince on the ABC daytime drama "General Hospital."
For her acting work as Esme, Pohl has been nominated for two "Soap Hub Awards" for "Favorite Newcomer" and "Favorite General Hospital Actress."
Her other credits include 'Never Have I Ever," "My Daughter's Psycho Friend," "Dirty John," and "Sunset on the River Styx." Pohl went on to share nine fun and interesting things about herself.