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Monday, May 13, 2013
NBC Announces 'The Sound of Music' Special Starring Carrie Underwood
NBC announced during its upfront today that A three-hour live staging of the "The Sound Of Music" will premiere on Thursday, December 5. Carrie Underwood has been cast as Maria.
THE RECORDING ACADEMY® AND CBS ANNOUNCE DATES FOR THE GRAMMY AWARDS® IN 2014 AND 2015
The Recording Academy and CBS announced today dates for the GRAMMY Awards® in 2014 and 2015.
THE 56th ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS® will return to Los Angeles’ STAPLES Center on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2014, (8:00-11:30 PM, live ET/delayed PT) on the CBS Television Network.
Additionally, THE 57th ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS® broadcast will be held on Sunday, Feb. 8, 2015.
The eligibility year for THE 56th ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS is Oct. 1, 2012, to Sept. 30, 2013.
The GRAMMY Awards broadcast is one of television’s major broadcast events, ranking as one of the highest-rated and most-watched specials. Ratings for the GRAMMY Awards consistently increased over the last several years, with THE 55th ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS® attracting 28.3 million viewers, the second-largest GRAMMY audience since 1993. “Music's Biggest Night” also grew its social media conversation by 47 percent, generating 24.8 million comments (based on research compiled by Bluefin, PeopleBrowsr and Mass Relevance), the highest for any awards show.
THE 56th ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS® will return to Los Angeles’ STAPLES Center on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2014, (8:00-11:30 PM, live ET/delayed PT) on the CBS Television Network.
Additionally, THE 57th ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS® broadcast will be held on Sunday, Feb. 8, 2015.
The eligibility year for THE 56th ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS is Oct. 1, 2012, to Sept. 30, 2013.
The GRAMMY Awards broadcast is one of television’s major broadcast events, ranking as one of the highest-rated and most-watched specials. Ratings for the GRAMMY Awards consistently increased over the last several years, with THE 55th ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS® attracting 28.3 million viewers, the second-largest GRAMMY audience since 1993. “Music's Biggest Night” also grew its social media conversation by 47 percent, generating 24.8 million comments (based on research compiled by Bluefin, PeopleBrowsr and Mass Relevance), the highest for any awards show.
Thursday, May 9, 2013
Ovation Announces Largest-Ever Increase in Original Programming with Nine New Original Series
At its New York Upfront presentation for the press today, Ovation, America's only arts network, unveiled nine new original series scheduled to premiere this summer and fall. Indicating considerable forward momentum with its original programming strategy, the network also revealed its 2014 development slate, consisting of 16 additional series.
"This is truly a historic moment for Ovation. Art is in the DNA of everything we do," said Robert Weiss, Ovation's Chief Creative Officer, who made the announcement today. "We are literally taking our number of original programming hours and boosting them by over 400%. With this seismic shift in our programming focus, we are making the leap to become a full-service arts network -- America's only arts network."
Some 236 hours of original programming will be produced in 2013, compared to 46 hours of original programming in 2012. The 46 hours of original programming in 2012 doubled the amount of original content in 2011.
Most of these new original series will be produced by the network's newly launched Ovation Studios, which includes newly constructed, state-of-the-art facilities at the network's Santa Monica headquarters. All the projects produced by Ovation will be multi-platform, using all of the network's digital and social channels.
Weiss also announced the network's new brand strategy and network tagline -- Art Everywhere, which has been locked to the new Ovation logo and will be featured across all media platforms.
During the presentation, Weiss highlighted five of the nine new series that Ovation will premiere in 2013, including:
The Kuhnert Chronicles (12 x 1hr)
Hosted by Harvard professor, international art expert and classical theater director Flynn Kuhnert and his sister Tara Kuhnert, this weekly series transports viewers on exciting journeys across the globe, through the annals of art history, all from Flynn Kuhnert's very own art-filled Beverly Hills mansion. Flynn's infectious personality and encyclopedic art knowledge permeate every story, as he connects art history with contemporary art and cultural phenomenon. And thanks to the critical, anchoring watch of his sidekick and sister, Tara, Flynn never gets too highbrow. The Kuhnert Chronicles premieres summer 2013, only on Ovation.
The Art of ... (20 x 1hr)
This series looks at the many creative pursuits that may not be regarded as "art," but are practiced by disciplined, dedicated and hungry dreamers worthy of being called "artists." Each week, The Art of... profiles three people whose boundary-pushing work elevates their work to the level of art. Focusing on the celebrated as well as the undiscovered, this series explores the creative process behind each featured art form and uncovers how and why these artists do what they do. From tattoo and street artists, to mechanics and mixologists, this series reveals the passion that keeps these artists motivated and inspired. The series premieres this July, only on Ovation.
Culture Pop (26 x 1hr)
Through interviews, field reports, commentary and user-generated content, Culture Pop will showcase the newest events and personalities in every creative field. From music and film, to reports on emerging artists working in genres as varied as photography, architecture and interior design, this show makes art accessible to everyone. Countdowns and top 10 lists compile the week's must-see events and must-know-about artists, providing a cross-cultural primer for a diverse audience with multi-faceted interests and passions. The series premiere this June, only on Ovation.
Cinema Confidential (11 x 1hr)
Award-winning actors, directors, and screenwriters sit down at the Bing Theatre at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) with celebrated film critic Elvis Mitchell (New York Times, LA Weekly) and offer insider insight into how creative teams were assembled, how projects found their footing, and the circumstances that kept each film from falling apart. On Cinema Confidential, Hollywood heavyweights like Brad Pitt, Judd Apatow, George Clooney and Seth Rogen explain how their projects began, the challenges they faced, the rewrites, re-shoots, personalities and pitfalls that went into the famous movies they've made. This series premieres this summer, only on Ovation.
A Young Doctor's Notebook (4 x 1/2-hr)
Produced by the BBC and premiering in the US exclusively on Ovation, this scripted series stars Jon Hamm (Mad Men, 30 Rock) and Daniel Radcliffe (Harry Potter, The Woman in Black). Based on the book by Mikhail Bulgakov, A Young Doctor's Notebook is the darkly humorous account of the experiences of a newly graduated young doctor who lands a post at a small hospital in a remote village during the Russian Revolution. The story is told through the eyes of the doctor's older, opiate-addicted self (Hamm) as he narrates the action from his own notebooks. The series premieres this summer, only on Ovation.
Four more high-profile 2013 original programs will be announced in June.
Ovation also has a record 16 projects in "fast-track" development, all of which were initiated by Weiss when he joined the network last December. These include:
Extreme Art - Artists who go to mind-blowing lengths to create their extreme art.
The Mentor - Successful artists in every medium pay tribute to the art teachers, vocal coaches, and dance school directors who were instrumental in their formative years.
Pickup Artists - One man's garbage is another's masterpiece. You won't believe the art the country's dumpster divers create with your throwaways.
Popstalgia - In this series passionate collectors show off their prized items and illustrate how certain objects - like posters, trading cards, and ticket stubs - connect us to emotional moments in pop culture history.
Confessions of a Gallerista - Get to know gallery owners, PR powerhouses, super critics, and the super elite who frequent the glitziest of gallery openings and events.
I Can't Do That - The artistically challenged are matched with the experts to teach them to excel in activities they never thought they could. From ballroom dancing, to stand up comedy to sculpting a masterpiece, this is a crash course in achieving their artistic dreams.
The Nutcracker: Behind the Curtain - Young dancers from across the country compete to perform in a national production of The Nutcracker and the ultimate prize -- performing on an iconic New York City stage.
Prodigies - This profile series uncovers a generation of artists destined to make their mark before they reach adulthood.
"This is truly a historic moment for Ovation. Art is in the DNA of everything we do," said Robert Weiss, Ovation's Chief Creative Officer, who made the announcement today. "We are literally taking our number of original programming hours and boosting them by over 400%. With this seismic shift in our programming focus, we are making the leap to become a full-service arts network -- America's only arts network."
Some 236 hours of original programming will be produced in 2013, compared to 46 hours of original programming in 2012. The 46 hours of original programming in 2012 doubled the amount of original content in 2011.
Most of these new original series will be produced by the network's newly launched Ovation Studios, which includes newly constructed, state-of-the-art facilities at the network's Santa Monica headquarters. All the projects produced by Ovation will be multi-platform, using all of the network's digital and social channels.
Weiss also announced the network's new brand strategy and network tagline -- Art Everywhere, which has been locked to the new Ovation logo and will be featured across all media platforms.
During the presentation, Weiss highlighted five of the nine new series that Ovation will premiere in 2013, including:
The Kuhnert Chronicles (12 x 1hr)
Hosted by Harvard professor, international art expert and classical theater director Flynn Kuhnert and his sister Tara Kuhnert, this weekly series transports viewers on exciting journeys across the globe, through the annals of art history, all from Flynn Kuhnert's very own art-filled Beverly Hills mansion. Flynn's infectious personality and encyclopedic art knowledge permeate every story, as he connects art history with contemporary art and cultural phenomenon. And thanks to the critical, anchoring watch of his sidekick and sister, Tara, Flynn never gets too highbrow. The Kuhnert Chronicles premieres summer 2013, only on Ovation.
The Art of ... (20 x 1hr)
This series looks at the many creative pursuits that may not be regarded as "art," but are practiced by disciplined, dedicated and hungry dreamers worthy of being called "artists." Each week, The Art of... profiles three people whose boundary-pushing work elevates their work to the level of art. Focusing on the celebrated as well as the undiscovered, this series explores the creative process behind each featured art form and uncovers how and why these artists do what they do. From tattoo and street artists, to mechanics and mixologists, this series reveals the passion that keeps these artists motivated and inspired. The series premieres this July, only on Ovation.
Culture Pop (26 x 1hr)
Through interviews, field reports, commentary and user-generated content, Culture Pop will showcase the newest events and personalities in every creative field. From music and film, to reports on emerging artists working in genres as varied as photography, architecture and interior design, this show makes art accessible to everyone. Countdowns and top 10 lists compile the week's must-see events and must-know-about artists, providing a cross-cultural primer for a diverse audience with multi-faceted interests and passions. The series premiere this June, only on Ovation.
Cinema Confidential (11 x 1hr)
Award-winning actors, directors, and screenwriters sit down at the Bing Theatre at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) with celebrated film critic Elvis Mitchell (New York Times, LA Weekly) and offer insider insight into how creative teams were assembled, how projects found their footing, and the circumstances that kept each film from falling apart. On Cinema Confidential, Hollywood heavyweights like Brad Pitt, Judd Apatow, George Clooney and Seth Rogen explain how their projects began, the challenges they faced, the rewrites, re-shoots, personalities and pitfalls that went into the famous movies they've made. This series premieres this summer, only on Ovation.
A Young Doctor's Notebook (4 x 1/2-hr)
Produced by the BBC and premiering in the US exclusively on Ovation, this scripted series stars Jon Hamm (Mad Men, 30 Rock) and Daniel Radcliffe (Harry Potter, The Woman in Black). Based on the book by Mikhail Bulgakov, A Young Doctor's Notebook is the darkly humorous account of the experiences of a newly graduated young doctor who lands a post at a small hospital in a remote village during the Russian Revolution. The story is told through the eyes of the doctor's older, opiate-addicted self (Hamm) as he narrates the action from his own notebooks. The series premieres this summer, only on Ovation.
Four more high-profile 2013 original programs will be announced in June.
Ovation also has a record 16 projects in "fast-track" development, all of which were initiated by Weiss when he joined the network last December. These include:
Extreme Art - Artists who go to mind-blowing lengths to create their extreme art.
The Mentor - Successful artists in every medium pay tribute to the art teachers, vocal coaches, and dance school directors who were instrumental in their formative years.
Pickup Artists - One man's garbage is another's masterpiece. You won't believe the art the country's dumpster divers create with your throwaways.
Popstalgia - In this series passionate collectors show off their prized items and illustrate how certain objects - like posters, trading cards, and ticket stubs - connect us to emotional moments in pop culture history.
Confessions of a Gallerista - Get to know gallery owners, PR powerhouses, super critics, and the super elite who frequent the glitziest of gallery openings and events.
I Can't Do That - The artistically challenged are matched with the experts to teach them to excel in activities they never thought they could. From ballroom dancing, to stand up comedy to sculpting a masterpiece, this is a crash course in achieving their artistic dreams.
The Nutcracker: Behind the Curtain - Young dancers from across the country compete to perform in a national production of The Nutcracker and the ultimate prize -- performing on an iconic New York City stage.
Prodigies - This profile series uncovers a generation of artists destined to make their mark before they reach adulthood.
15th Annual Young Hollywood Awards to Be Broadcast on The CW
As it celebrates its 15th Year, The Young Hollywood Awards, long regarded as the "Oscars of Young Hollywood," will partner with The CW Network to broadcast this year's star-studded red-carpet event on Thursday, August 1 (8:00-10:00p.m. ET/PT). The announcement was made today by Jay Penske, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Penske Media Corporation (PMC), owner and Executive Producer of the award show, and Mark Pedowitz, President, The CW.
"I'm so pleased PMC and The CW will partner for our biggest year yet of the Young Hollywood Awards, spotlighting our show's proven evolution in honoring and celebrating the accomplishments of the entertainment industry's rising stars," said Penske. "YHA celebrates emerging young talent, and The CW Network has established the careers of some of the brightest young stars - making this alliance all the more perfect for the significant 15th anniversary of this eminent event."
"The CW is thrilled to be able to join forces with Jay and PMC to broadcast young Hollywood's premier award show, as we continue to eventize our summer schedule," said Mark Pedowitz, President, The CW. "Not only does this allow us to celebrate the year's best emerging talent in film, music and television, but it perfectly fits with The CW's brand and further establishes us as the place to find many of today and tomorrow's up-and-coming stars."
Since its inception, this vibrant red carpet show has served as a launch pad for the future careers of many of today's top actors, directors, and entertainers. A must-attend for Hollywood's A-list talent, industry executives, and fans, the annual Young Hollywood Awards draws extensive media coverage from national and international press. The list of previous Young Hollywood Awards recipients and presenters is a who's who of Young Hollywood with names such as Scarlett Johansson, Armie Hammer, Kristen Stewart, Taylor Swift, Ryan Gosling, Zac Efron, Justin Bieber, Jake Gyllenhaal, Dakota Fanning, Jessica Alba, Liam Hemsworth, Ashley Greene, Emma Stone, Nick Jonas, Mila Kunis, and Shia LaBeouf, among many others.
The 15th Annual Young Hollywood Awards will be held in Los Angeles and the host and nominees will be unveiled in June 2013.
"I'm so pleased PMC and The CW will partner for our biggest year yet of the Young Hollywood Awards, spotlighting our show's proven evolution in honoring and celebrating the accomplishments of the entertainment industry's rising stars," said Penske. "YHA celebrates emerging young talent, and The CW Network has established the careers of some of the brightest young stars - making this alliance all the more perfect for the significant 15th anniversary of this eminent event."
"The CW is thrilled to be able to join forces with Jay and PMC to broadcast young Hollywood's premier award show, as we continue to eventize our summer schedule," said Mark Pedowitz, President, The CW. "Not only does this allow us to celebrate the year's best emerging talent in film, music and television, but it perfectly fits with The CW's brand and further establishes us as the place to find many of today and tomorrow's up-and-coming stars."
Since its inception, this vibrant red carpet show has served as a launch pad for the future careers of many of today's top actors, directors, and entertainers. A must-attend for Hollywood's A-list talent, industry executives, and fans, the annual Young Hollywood Awards draws extensive media coverage from national and international press. The list of previous Young Hollywood Awards recipients and presenters is a who's who of Young Hollywood with names such as Scarlett Johansson, Armie Hammer, Kristen Stewart, Taylor Swift, Ryan Gosling, Zac Efron, Justin Bieber, Jake Gyllenhaal, Dakota Fanning, Jessica Alba, Liam Hemsworth, Ashley Greene, Emma Stone, Nick Jonas, Mila Kunis, and Shia LaBeouf, among many others.
The 15th Annual Young Hollywood Awards will be held in Los Angeles and the host and nominees will be unveiled in June 2013.
Neil Patrick Harris Returns to Host The 67th Annual Tony Awards Sunday, June 9
Emmy Award-winning actor Neil Patrick Harris, star of the CBS comedy HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER, returns to host THE 67TH ANNUAL TONY(R) AWARDS live from Radio City Music Hall in New York City, Sunday, June 9 (8:00-11:00 PM, live ET/delayed PT) on the CBS Television Network. This will be Harris' fourth time hosting the Tonys. Previously, Harris served as the host of the 63rd, 65th and 66th Annual Tony Awards. As he did in 2012, Harris will also act as a producer, along with executive producers Ricky Kirshner and Glenn Weiss of White Cherry Entertainment.
"I'm very excited to be back hosting the Tony Awards at the legendary Radio City Music Hall. It'll be more impressive than ever - if my math is correct, it will be 267 times bigger than last year," said Neil Patrick Harris. "Oh, wait. No, that can't... hold on... carry the one... I'm awful at math. But rest assured, the show will rock!"
"Neil is a multi-talented performer whose showmanship, wit and energy command the stage of live events," said Nina Tassler, President of CBS Entertainment. "He is a master of ceremony who truly loves celebrating the performing arts with the highest level of entertainment, and it's quite obvious to the audience he's having a lot of fun along the way."
"We are thrilled that Neil will be joining us, once again, at Radio City Music Hall to host THE 67TH ANNUAL TONY AWARDS," said Charlotte St. Martin, Executive Director of The Broadway League and Heather Hitchens, Executive Director of the American Theatre Wing. "Neil's creativity and passion for Broadway shines through when he is on the stage and off - and we cannot wait to see what surprises Neil will have up his sleeves!"
Equally successful on stage and screen, Neil Patrick Harris currently stars as Barney Stinson in the hit CBS television series HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER, a role which has garnered him multiple Emmy and Golden Globe Award nominations. Harris is a three-time Emmy Award winner for his guest-starring role on "Glee" and as host of the 2009 and 2011 Tony Awards. Prior to hosting the Tonys and Primetime Emmy Awards, Harris served as host of the 2008 Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards.
From his film debut opposite Whoopi Goldberg in "Clara's Heart" and his seminal role as the beloved titular character in "Doogie Howser, M.D." to his roles in the "Harold & Kumar" and "The Smurfs" films, Harris has enjoyed a successful career spanning more than 25 years in the industry.
In addition to his numerous film and television credits, Harris has also enjoyed success in the theater. His many theatrical credits include the dual role of The Balladeer/Lee Harvey Oswald in the Tony Award-winning production of "Assassins," as well as acclaimed performances in the Broadway productions of "Cabaret" and "Proof." He made his musical directorial debut with a production of "Rent" at the Hollywood Bowl.
This year marks the 67th anniversary of the Tony Awards, which were first held on April 6, 1947 at the Waldorf Astoria's Grand Ballroom. The ceremonies are presented by Tony Award Productions, which is a joint venture of The Broadway League and the American Theatre Wing, which founded the Tonys.
The Tonys were founded in memorial to Antoinette ("Tony") Perry, the American Theatre Wing's World War II chairperson. The winners are selected by approximately 830 eligible voters. These include voting members of The Broadway League and the board of directors and designated members of the advisory committee of the American Theatre Wing, along with members of the governing boards of Actors' Equity Association; the Dramatists Guild; SDC, the Stage Directors and Choreographers Society; United Scenic Artists; and the Association of Theatrical Press Agents and Managers. Other eligible voters include members of the Theatrical Council of the Casting Society of America, the New York Drama Critics' Circle, the board/council of the National Association of Talent Representatives, and the Tony Awards Nominating Committee.
The June 2011 broadcast of "The 65th Annual Tony Awards" was honored this past year with four Primetime Emmy(R) Awards: Outstanding Special Class Program, Outstanding Art Direction for Variety or Nonfiction Programming, Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics and Outstanding Directing for a Variety Special.
Ricky Kirshner and Glenn Weiss of White Cherry Entertainment will return as executive producers. Weiss will also serve as director for the 14th consecutive year.
"I'm very excited to be back hosting the Tony Awards at the legendary Radio City Music Hall. It'll be more impressive than ever - if my math is correct, it will be 267 times bigger than last year," said Neil Patrick Harris. "Oh, wait. No, that can't... hold on... carry the one... I'm awful at math. But rest assured, the show will rock!"
"Neil is a multi-talented performer whose showmanship, wit and energy command the stage of live events," said Nina Tassler, President of CBS Entertainment. "He is a master of ceremony who truly loves celebrating the performing arts with the highest level of entertainment, and it's quite obvious to the audience he's having a lot of fun along the way."
"We are thrilled that Neil will be joining us, once again, at Radio City Music Hall to host THE 67TH ANNUAL TONY AWARDS," said Charlotte St. Martin, Executive Director of The Broadway League and Heather Hitchens, Executive Director of the American Theatre Wing. "Neil's creativity and passion for Broadway shines through when he is on the stage and off - and we cannot wait to see what surprises Neil will have up his sleeves!"
Equally successful on stage and screen, Neil Patrick Harris currently stars as Barney Stinson in the hit CBS television series HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER, a role which has garnered him multiple Emmy and Golden Globe Award nominations. Harris is a three-time Emmy Award winner for his guest-starring role on "Glee" and as host of the 2009 and 2011 Tony Awards. Prior to hosting the Tonys and Primetime Emmy Awards, Harris served as host of the 2008 Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards.
From his film debut opposite Whoopi Goldberg in "Clara's Heart" and his seminal role as the beloved titular character in "Doogie Howser, M.D." to his roles in the "Harold & Kumar" and "The Smurfs" films, Harris has enjoyed a successful career spanning more than 25 years in the industry.
In addition to his numerous film and television credits, Harris has also enjoyed success in the theater. His many theatrical credits include the dual role of The Balladeer/Lee Harvey Oswald in the Tony Award-winning production of "Assassins," as well as acclaimed performances in the Broadway productions of "Cabaret" and "Proof." He made his musical directorial debut with a production of "Rent" at the Hollywood Bowl.
This year marks the 67th anniversary of the Tony Awards, which were first held on April 6, 1947 at the Waldorf Astoria's Grand Ballroom. The ceremonies are presented by Tony Award Productions, which is a joint venture of The Broadway League and the American Theatre Wing, which founded the Tonys.
The Tonys were founded in memorial to Antoinette ("Tony") Perry, the American Theatre Wing's World War II chairperson. The winners are selected by approximately 830 eligible voters. These include voting members of The Broadway League and the board of directors and designated members of the advisory committee of the American Theatre Wing, along with members of the governing boards of Actors' Equity Association; the Dramatists Guild; SDC, the Stage Directors and Choreographers Society; United Scenic Artists; and the Association of Theatrical Press Agents and Managers. Other eligible voters include members of the Theatrical Council of the Casting Society of America, the New York Drama Critics' Circle, the board/council of the National Association of Talent Representatives, and the Tony Awards Nominating Committee.
The June 2011 broadcast of "The 65th Annual Tony Awards" was honored this past year with four Primetime Emmy(R) Awards: Outstanding Special Class Program, Outstanding Art Direction for Variety or Nonfiction Programming, Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics and Outstanding Directing for a Variety Special.
Ricky Kirshner and Glenn Weiss of White Cherry Entertainment will return as executive producers. Weiss will also serve as director for the 14th consecutive year.
Jason Derulo Performs His New Single 'The Other Side On ALL MY CHILDREN July 3
Multi platinum recording artist, Jason Derulo, made a special appearance on the set of The Online Network’s ALL MY CHILDREN, where he sang his brand new single ‘The Other Side.’ Derulo was on hand in Stamford, CT to film his performance as part of a big gala hosted by Brooke English (Julia Barr), who invited Derulo to perform at the event. The episode featuring Derulo taped Wednesday, May 8, and will appear in the episode that debuts on Wednesday, July 3."I was thrilled to stop by Pine Valley to perform my new single for ALL MY CHILDREN," says Derulo. "It's such an iconic show and it’s cool to be a part of its revival online. I have nothing but love and respect for the cast and series and had a blast on set.”
PBS Announces Fall 2013 Line-up
PBS FALL SEASON OFFERS AN ARRAY OF NEW SERIES, SPECIALS AND RETURNING FAVORITES
– Season Highlights Include Commemoration of President Kennedy, Heritage Specials, PBS Arts and Showcase of Independent Film –
| Billie Jean King and Bobby Riggs (Credit: AP); President John F. Kennedy; Brooklyn Castle group trophy (Credit: Rescued Media) |
ARLINGTON, VA; MAY 9, 2013 – PBS announced today a fall primetime line-up featuring a strong roster of wide-ranging programs. New highlights of the season include a series of specials commemorating the 50th anniversary of President John F. Kennedy’s death; programs exploring American heritage from diverse viewpoints; the first PBS Independent Film Showcase; and captivating new dramas. Fall also marks the second PBS Arts Fall Festival, as well as the return (and a premiere) of acclaimed science programs.
PBS pays tribute to President Kennedy on the eve of the 50thanniversary of his assassination with intriguing new takes on the president’s life and death, anchored by “JFK,” a new four-hour, two-part special from AMERICAN EXPERIENCE. A new episode from the science series NOVA, the history-focused SECRETS OF THE DEAD and other specials to be announced complete this special anniversary coverage.
Friday, May 3, 2013
Alan Alda: On M*A*S*H, Working with Woody Allen and His Love of Science
Thanks to M*A*S*H, The West Wing and a slew of successful movies, Alan Alda now has his pick of writing and directing projects. But what he really wants to talk about is science. In the May/June issue of The Saturday Evening Post, on newsstands now, Alda shares tales of both acting and his new scientific endeavors to Postcontributor Claudia Gryvatz Copquin.
Alda is perpetually in high demand for films and TV, but he is currently spending time as a visiting professor at Stony Brook University’s Center for Communicating Science. He helped form the department in 2009 to help scientists learn how to more effectively communicate their ideas.
On whether Alda has a dream team of actors or directors he would love to work with: “Woody Allen is brilliant. I loved being in the pictures of his that I was in, and I think Crimes and Misdemeanors is one of the best American pictures ever made. But, no, I never had a plan. You have to take what gets pitched at you and make the most of it.”
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
Daytime Emmy Nominations
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) today announced the nominees for the 40th Annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy® Awards.
The Daytime Entertainment Emmy® Awards recognize outstanding achievement in all fields of daytime television production and are presented to individuals and programs broadcast from 2:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. during the 2012 calendar year. This year’s gala will return to the prestigious Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, CA and be telecast on the Turner Broadcast Networks, HLN on Sunday evening, June 16, 2013.
The Daytime Entertainment Creative Arts Emmy® Awards gala, which honors the crafts behind the many shows that grace the Daytime genre will return to the Westin Bonaventure Hotel in Los Angeles on Friday, June 14, 2013.
The Daytime Entertainment Emmy® Awards recognize outstanding achievement in all fields of daytime television production and are presented to individuals and programs broadcast from 2:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. during the 2012 calendar year. This year’s gala will return to the prestigious Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, CA and be telecast on the Turner Broadcast Networks, HLN on Sunday evening, June 16, 2013.
The Daytime Entertainment Creative Arts Emmy® Awards gala, which honors the crafts behind the many shows that grace the Daytime genre will return to the Westin Bonaventure Hotel in Los Angeles on Friday, June 14, 2013.
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