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AFTERBUZZ TV -- 2016 Tonys edition, is a weekly "after show" for fans of 2016 Tonys. In this show, hosts Briana Phipps, Angela Struck, Drexel Heard, and Jacque Borowski discuss the 2016 Tonys.<br />
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ABOUT 2016 TONYS:<br />
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The American Theatre Wing's Tony Awards® got their start in 1947 when the Wing established an awards program to celebrate excellence in the theatre.<br />
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Named for Antoinette Perry, an actress, director, producer, and the dynamic wartime leader of the American Theatre Wing who had recently passed away, the Tony Awards made their official debut at a dinner in the Grand Ballroom of the Waldorf Astoria hotel on Easter Sunday, April 6, 1947. Vera Allen, Perry's successor as chairwoman of the Wing, presided over an evening that included dining, dancing, and a program of entertainment. The dress code was black tie optional, and the performers who took to the stage included Mickey Rooney, Herb Shriner, Ethel Waters, and David Wayne. Eleve

AFTERBUZZ TV – Smash edition, is a weekly “after show” for fans of NBC’s Smash. In this show, host Tamara Berg breaks down the episode "The Bells and Whistles" in which Jimmy and Derek clash about Hit List. Derek wants to go with a big production for "I Heard Your Voice In a Dream" but Jimmy wants it to be more simple and Karen agrees with him. Tom and Julia visit the set and Tom has a talk with Derek about being forceful and getting things done. Derek gets Tom's point about listening and sits down and listens to Jimmy about his concerns for the song. They decide to forgo Derek's desired video screens and just use dancers for the number as a way to keep the Hit List characters of Jesse and Amanda apart. Tom struggles to assert himself as director of Bombshell. Sam returns to town for a visit and says he's unhappy with his Book of Mormon role and Tom offers him a part in Bombshell. Julia tells him there isn't room for Sam. After the Bombshell group has some fun together with Sam singing

AFTERBUZZ TV – Smash edition, is a weekly “after show” for fans of NBC’s Smash. In this show, host Tamara Berg breaks down the episode "The Fringe" in which things are tumultuous behind the scenes at "Bombshell" rehearsals. Derek is clearly annoyed by Eileen and Jerry and Tom's creative takeover of the show. Jerry is butchering the artistic merit of the production, favoring outlandish set pieces - like a plane - over the subtle nuances of performance. And it's driving Derek and Julia mad. Elsewhere, Karen takes advantage of her day off by helping Jimmy and Kyle set up at The Fringe Festival. The room is cramped, but Jimmy is optimistic, so much so, that he breaks into "This Will Be Our Year" by The Zombies. Before he can finish the song, a tech bursts in and tells them to keep it down - there's a performance going on upstairs. Karen goes back to "Bombshell" rehearsals. There to help Tamara are co-hosts John Comerford, Kendra Kabasele, Kristen Carole, and Sarah Mendoza. It’s Smash’s “Th

AFTERBUZZ TV – Smash edition, is a weekly “after show” for fans of NBC’s Smash. In this show, host Tamara Berg breaks down the episode in which in the first-season finale, Derek makes a major decision, and it affects both Karen and Ivy. Meanwhile, Tom and Julia scramble to save the show; and Ellis reveals [...]

AFTERBUZZ TV – Smash edition, is a weekly “after show” for fans of NBC’s Smash. In this BONUS show, hosts Tamara Berg and Kendra Kabasele interview Leslie Odom Jr who plays Sam on the show.

AFTERBUZZ TV – Smash edition, is a weekly “after show” for fans of NBC’s Smash. In this show, host Tamara Berg breaks down the episode in which Rebecca faces a personal crisis as “Bombshell” begins previews, and Tom and Julia rush to tweak the show in response to feedback from the first preview. Meanwhile, Frank [...]

AFTERBUZZ TV – Smash edition, is a weekly “after show” for fans of NBC’s Smash. In this show, host Tamara Berg breaks down the episode in which the production heads to Boston, and Eileen and Julia argue about possibly rehiring Michael. Meanwhile, Derek’s bond with Rebecca intensifies; Karen must choose between her boyfriend and the [...]

AFTERBUZZ TV – Smash edition, is a weekly “after show” for fans of NBC’s Smash. In this show, host Tamara Berg breaks down the episode in which Karen finds Rebecca’s charmed life very enticing, but Derek finds Rebecca to be exasperating. Meanwhile, Eileen has her ex-husband meet her new boyfriend; and Julia’s son goes missing. [...]

AFTERBUZZ TV – Smash edition, is a weekly “after show” for fans of NBC’s Smash. In this show, host Tamara Berg breaks down the episode in which Karen and Ivy team up to form an awkward alliance when movie star Rebecca Duvall appears on the scene. Meanwhile, Tom and Sam grow closer; and Julia and [...]

AFTERBUZZ TV – Smash edition, is a weekly “after show” for fans of NBC’s Smash. In this show, host Tamara Berg breaks down the episode in which a famous celebrity signs on to the show, but problems arise when she gets stuck in Cuba. Meanwhile, Derek tests how much pressure Karen can withstand as an [...]

AFTERBUZZ TV – Smash edition, is a weekly “after show” for fans of NBC’s Smash. In this show, host Tamara Berg breaks down the episode in which a top-tier star is sought for the musical. Meanwhile, Eileen wants Tom and Julia to come up with a new name for the show; Karen and Ivy audition [...]

AFTERBUZZ TV – Smash edition, is a weekly “after show” for fans of NBC’s Smash. In this show, host Tamara Berg breaks down the episode in which Derek plots to steal the musical, and he wants Karen to assist him. Meanwhile, Eileen’s daughter makes a surprise visit home; and Ivy is uncertain about her future [...]

AFTERBUZZ TV – Smash edition, is a weekly “after show” for fans of NBC’s Smash. In this show, host Tamara Berg breaks down the episode in which the musical is performed in front of potential investors, and Ivy’s confidence is weakened by her mom, a Broadway veteran. Meanwhile, Karen is torn between doing the workshop [...]

AFTERBUZZ TV – Smash edition, is a weekly “after show” for fans of NBC’s Smash. In this show, host Tamara Berg breaks down the episode in which vocal problems begin to plague Ivy. Meanwhile, Julia finds it difficult to stay away from Michael; Eileen and Ellis hang out at a downtown dive bar; and Karen [...]

AFTERBUZZ TV – Smash edition, is a weekly “after show” for fans of NBC’s Smash. In this show, host Tamara Berg breaks down the episode in which Karen discovers a new acting opportunity while accompanying Dev to a government party. Elsewhere, things grow more complicated between Michael and Julia; Eileen teams up with Ellis; and [...]

AFTERBUZZ TV – Smash edition, is a weekly “after show” for fans of NBC’s Smash. In this show, host Tamara Berg breaks down the series episode in which Derek hosts a party for a popular young star, reminding Karen she must propel her career. Meanwhile, Eileen tests a crafty way to secure funds; and Tom [...]

AFTERBUZZ TV – Smash edition, is a weekly “after show” for fans of NBC’s Smash. In this show, host Tamara Berg breaks down the series episode in which casting begins for the Joe DiMaggio character, and the lead contender is hiding something. Meanwhile, Karen returns to her hometown to attend a baby shower; and Eileen’s [...]

AFTERBUZZ TV – Smash edition, is a weekly “after show” for fans of NBC’s Smash. In this show, host Kendra Kabasele breaks down the series episode in which Derek makes the audition process rigorous for Karen and Ivy. Elsewhere, Eileen looks for financial backing; and Julia and Frank hit bureaucratic obstacles with their international adoption [...]

AFTERBUZZ TV – Smash edition, is a weekly “after show” for fans of NBC’s Smash. In this show, host Tamara Berg breaks down the series episode in which Tom Levitt (Christian Borle) unites with producer Eileen Rand (Anjelica Huston) to create a new musical based on the life of Marilyn Monroe, and seasoned chorus girl Ivy [...]