SESAME STREET Returns for Historic 50th Season This November
by Kaitlin Milligan
- Oct 16, 2019
Sesame Street got its start at the height of the civil rights movement and the war on poverty, in answer to a simple but powerful question: could television help prepare less advantaged children for school? In 1969, the show's founders tapped researchers, entertainers, and other visionaries to create a “street” like no other, where colorful monsters, humans, and even grouches lived side by side. Today, Sesame Workshop – the nonprofit organization behind the iconic show, which has grown to reach kids and families in more than 150 countries and 70 languages – is proud to announce the start of Sesame Street's landmark 50th season.
VIDEO: Lisa Kudrow Reveals She Struggled Playing Phoebe on FRIENDS
by Kaitlin Milligan
- Sep 12, 2019
In the new episode of hit digital series Hiking with Kevin, SNL legend Kevin Nealon is joined by Friends star Lisa Kudrow, who opens up about playing Phoebe Buffay and reveals that she had a really hard time portraying the iconic character:
Leslie Jones Will Host SUPERMARKET SWEEP Reboot
by Sarah Jae Leiber
- Aug 27, 2019
Deadline reports that Leslie Jones will host a reboot of TV game show Supermarket Sweep. Earlier tonight, it was announced that Jones will leave 'Saturday Night Live' after five seasons.
Leslie Jones is Leaving SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE
by Sarah Jae Leiber
- Aug 27, 2019
Variety reports that beloved 'Saturday Night Live' cast member will leave the long-running sketch comedy series after five seasons of writing and performing.
Colin Jost/Michael Che Comedy Show to Benefit the Staten Island Museum
by Julie Musbach
- Jul 8, 2019
Colin Jost and Michael Che, well-known as the Saturday Night Live "Weekend Update" co-anchors, will be hitting the stage for a comedy show to benefit the Staten Island Museum on Thursday, September 19, 2019 show time at 8 pm at the historic St. George Theatre. Jost and Che will perform stand up, along with invited special guests, for this one-time only event. Tickets go on sale to the public on Friday, July 12 at 10am, with member pre-sales beginning Wednesday, July 10.
Red Nose Day Celebrates Fifth Annual Event To End Child Poverty As Stars Turn Out To Support
by Tori Hartshorn
- May 28, 2019
Yesterday marked the fifth annual Red Nose Day in the U.S., following activities and events across the country in recent weeks that brought together millions of Americans to have fun, make a difference, and raise money and awareness for children living in poverty. Red Nose Day has now raised more than $190 million in the campaign's first five years in the U.S., including nearly $40 million so far in the 2019 campaign with the fundraising ongoing through June and beyond.
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