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You may not immediately recognize Billy West’s name, but you’ve almost certainly heard his voice. From his early work on The Howard Stern Show to Futurama’s Fry, Professor Farnsworth, and Dr. Zoidberg and the outrageous characters of The Ren & Stimpy Show, West has helped define generations of animation.But behind those unforgettable voices is a remarkable personal story. In his new memoir, 'Voice-A-Versa: Finding My Voice(s) Behind the Mic,' West reflects on his childhood, personal struggles, and the unlikely journey that made him one of the most versatile performers in entertainment.

For the past seven decades, Tim Matheson has been an on-screen favorite in Hollywood. In his new memoir, 'Damn Glad to Meet You: My Seven Decades in the Hollywood Trenches,' Matheson looks behind-the-scenes of his illustrious career and reveals what it was like to learn from and work alongside the greats, including Lucille Ball, Dick Van Dyke, Steven Spielberg, and Aaron Sorkin. Also 'Virgin River' has its 7th season out now on Netflix.

Uta Hagen was a legendary theatre practitioner. She originated the role of Martha in the 1962 Broadway premiere of “Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” by Edward AlbeeShe wrote two major books on acting. The first, “Respect for Acting” was published 50 years ago (and still sells very well). The second, “A Challenge for the Actor” was published in 1991. An expanded edition of “Respect for Acting” has been re-published this spring.

Our tech-guru Jesse Feiler is an author and developer who focuses on small business and nonprofits along with iOS technologies. He has recently added book…

North Broadway in Saratoga Springs has been turned into the set of a new fairy tale TV show. A series based on the Brothers Grimm fairy tale “Snow-White…

Albert Einstein and the people around him — many of whom shaped science history — are getting a fresh look on the new National Geographic series Genius.…

Actor Tate Donovan played a key role as Bob Anders, one of the Americans caught up in the Iran hostage crisis in 2012’s Best Picture Argo. Now, Donovan…

You might not immediately recognize Ron Livingston in the new miniseries Saints & Strangers, the two-night story of the Pilgrims’ arrival at Plymouth that…

The Roundabout Theatre Company in New York City is celebrating its 50th Anniversary this year and we are highlighting its work this week.Roundabout…

For many people around my age, Tia Mowry was familiar and welcome figure growing up; her sitcom with her twin Tamera, Sister Sister, was a sensation when…