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Dean interviews JD McCrary and Shahadi Wright Joseph of The Lion King

McCrary and Wright Joseph Grace Their Presence in DC

July 19, 2019 Dean Rogers Interviews, Movie News

On today’s INTERVUE, it was the year 1994 that the epic Disney movie The Lion King roared its way into our lives. The story, the songs, the magic still resonates with us today. This weekend, we get to experience the magnificent adventure of Simba, Nala, Timon, Pumbaa and the mighty Mufasa all over again with an updated version of the movie. I recently sat down with the youngest stars of the movie, JD McCrary and Shahadi Wright Joseph play the young Simba and Nala. We talked about Read more

Liv Symone Talks About Aladdin

July 18, 2019 Lauren Beverly Interviews, Theatre

Disney’s “Aladdin” has been a fan favorite since it first appeared in movie theaters in 1992. Now, we get to see it onstage at The Kennedy Center, from now until September 7^th. I recently had a chance to speak with one of the stars of the show, Liv Symone about her role in “Aladdin,” her first national tour and her theater background.

Can you tell us how it feels to go on your first national tour?

It’s been an amazing experience. I’m not going to lie, at first I was very Read more

Dean talks Food Truck Nation's host Brad Miller as they deliver a new season of episodes and food trucks!

Food Trucking with Brad Miller

July 16, 2019 Dean Rogers Interviews, Television

On this Summer edition of THE INTERVUE, Chef and food truck aficionado Brad Miller travels across the country to find the latest and greatest bites on wheels. He highlights the innovative chefs who push the boundaries of food and their customer’s curious palates on the upcoming season of Food Truck Nation on Cooking Channel!

Dean on the Scene interviews Stuber's stars Kumail Nanjiani & Dave Bautista

Order a Stuber This Weekend

July 10, 2019 Dean Rogers Interviews, Movie News, Movies

Coming to the theatres this weekend is the action-comedy Stuber starring Kumail Nanjiani & Dave Bautista! When a mild-mannered Uber driver named Stu (Kumail Nanjiani) picks up a passenger (Dave Bautista) who turns out to be a cop hot on the trail of a brutal killer, he’s thrust into a harrowing ordeal where he desperately tries to hold onto his wits, his life, and his five-star rating.

During the weekend of AwesomeCon 2019, 20th Century Fox had a special screening of the movie at the National Geographic in Washington DC. Some of the DC fans got a chance to not only see the movie but also stayed around for the Q&A Panel hosted by Toby Knapp of Toby + Chilli Mornings – 97.1 WASH-FM. I was on the red carpet and talk to the two stars about the movie!

Arnold & Morgan Know Their Way to the City by the Bay

June 13, 2019 Dean Rogers Movies

In the second part of “The Last Black Man in San Francisco” INTERVUES, I sat down with two more stars of this amazing film. Rob Morgan plays James Sr., the father of Jimmie played by Jimmie Fails and Tichina Arnold who plays Jimmie’s aunt Wanda. And away we go!

Talbot and Fails: A Friendship that Brings San Francisco to the World

June 12, 2019 Dean Rogers Interviews

Dean on the Scene with an exclusive interview with the director and star of the upcoming film “The Last Black Man in San Francisco”. Jimmie Fails dreams of reclaiming the Victorian home his grandfather built in the heart of San Francisco. Joining me to talk about this new A24 film that opens in DC Friday is director, producer Joe Talbot and screenwriter and star Jimmie Fails!

Bryonha Marie Parham Talks About “The Falsettos”

June 11, 2019 Lauren Beverly Interviews, Theatre

Bryonha Marie Parham has been featured in Broadway performances such as “The Book of Mormon,” the stage adaptation of the 1993 film “Dave,” and “Prince of Broadway.” She has also made television appearances in the CBS drama “Madame Secretary,” “Showboat” and “Sweeney Todd LIVE at Lincoln Center for PBS. Currently, she is touring with the show “Falsettos,” where she plays Dr. Charlotte. I recently sat down with Bryonha and asked her about “Falsettos” and her role as “Dr. Charlotte.”

Virginia Beach based team "Madea Made" will run the race this Sunday on Food Network

Madea Made Enters the Great Food Truck Race

June 8, 2019 Dean Rogers Interviews, Television

Welcome to your summer edition of THE INTERVUE, I’m Dean Rogers

The Great Food Truck Race celebrates the summer with a Tyler Florence-hosted culinary beach battle along the Atlantic coast, with nine teams of aspiring food truck owners with unique concepts competing for a $50,000 grand prize.

Our special guests today called Virginia Beach home. Team Madea Made is Married couple Hope and Andre Thourogood and Hope’s twin sister Faith Johnson. This team serving up faith, family, and food with dishes described as Southern soul food with innovation. The trio is dedicated to their church, but just because their beliefs are strong – it doesn’t mean they aren’t competitive. Their truck name honors Hope and Faith’s grandmother Madea and the legacy of generations that came before them.

Kevin Griffin of Better Than Ezra Talks About Celebrate Fairfax

June 5, 2019 Lauren Beverly Arts & Entertainment, Interviews

The city of Fairfax is holding a celebration this coming weekend, appropriately titled “Celebrate Fairfax,” and legendary band Better Than Ezra is set to perform there. The supergroup has rocked the music world since 1988 with hits such as “Good,” “Extraordinary” and “Juicy.” I’ve recently spoken with Kevin Griffin of Better than Ezra about their upcoming performance at “Celebrate Fairfax” this FRIDAY June 7th and bout his songwriting.

Survey Says: Alonzo Bodden Hosts Family Feud Live: Celebrity Edition

May 30, 2019 Lauren Beverly Arts & Entertainment, Interviews

Actor-Comedian Alonzo Bodden won the grand prize in the third season of “Last Comic Standing,” and came back as the talent judge in season five, and recently made an appearance on the television series “Fresh Off The Boat” as Mr. Carlson. The Queens, New York native will bring his comedic talents to Live! Casino & Resort May 31^stas the host of “Family Feud Live: Celebrity Edition.” I spoke with Alonzo and asked him about upcoming appearance and what he expects to see at the show.