Kind, Gets, Sperling, Ewoldt & More Join 'Songs for Our Future' Concert 5/7April 29, 2010Sing for Hope (www.singforhope.org), a public service organization for artists, has joined forces with Yale University to present an evening of song performed by distinguished Yale alumni. The second annual Songs for Our Future concert will take place in honor of Yale's 'Day of Service' as a benefit for Sing for Hope's Art U! program, which brings dynamic arts and leadership education to underserved New York City youth.
Photo Flash: MTC MainStage Kids' 'MILLIE' Jr. EditionApril 29, 2010Music Theatre of Connecticut School of Performing Arts MainStage Kids present 'Thoroughly Modern Mille: Junior Edition.' The production will take place on Saturday, May 8 at 7:30pm and Sunday, May 9 at 2pm at Long Lots Elementary School on Hyde Lane in Westport, CT. Tickets are $12-$18, and reservations are suggested. For tickets, call Music Theatre of Connecticut at 203.454.3883 or visit www.musictheatreofct.com
Ashanti & Jonathan Antin Help Transform Remaining BIGGEST LOSER Contestants 5/4April 29, 2010It's one of the most eagerly anticipated events every season - "The Biggest Loser" makeover episode! Grammy Award-winning singing sensation Ashanti guest stars, along with celebrity stylist Jonathan Antin in the popular makeover episode of "The Biggest Loser: Couples" airing Tuesday, May 4 (8-10 p.m. ET) on NBC.
'The Tonight Show' And 'Late Night' Collect April 19-23 Late-Night Wins For NBCApril 29, 2010NBC's late-night lineup has delivered convincing wins for the week of April 19-23, with 'The Tonight Show with Jay Leno' beating CBS's 'Late Show with David Letterman' and ABC's combination of 'Nightline' and 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' in all key ratings categories: adults, men and women 18-34, 18-49 and 25-54, as well as total viewers. At 12:35 a.m. ET, a week of 'Late Night with Jimmy Fallon' encores topped originals of CBS's 'Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson' in adults 18-49, total viewers and most other key categories.
Watch Kelsey Grammer On The Martha Stewart Show 4/29April 29, 2010On today's edition of 'The Martha Stewart Show' (nationally syndicated, check local listings), actor Kelsey Grammer joined daytime host Martha Stewart in-studio to make two classic French dishes - croque monsieur and oeufs en cocotte.
The CW's TOP MODEL Wins The Hour With Young ViewersApril 29, 2010The CW's reality hit AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL won the 8:00-9:00p.m. hour with key young viewers, including women 18-34 (2.5/8), adults 18-34 (1.7/6), females 12-34 (2.2/8), persons 12-34 (1.5/6) and female teens (1.6/7), according to national live plus same day Nielsen ratings for Wednesday, April 28, 2010. TOP MODEL ranked second in the hour with women 18-49 (2.2/7).
Conan On Leno Takeback: 'I Wouldn't Have Done That' April 29, 2010Conan O'Brien says he would have left NBC rather than do what Jay Leno did to him, in his first interview since being forced off the Tonight Show. O'Brien's interview with Steve Kroft will be broadcast on 60 MINUTES, Sunday, May 2 (7:00-8:00PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
TLC Launches CHOCOLATE WARS 5/10April 29, 2010Three of the nation's best chocolatiers battle for chocolate bragging rights - and a sweet prize - in TLC's new special CHOCOLATE WARS, premiering Monday, May 10 at 10 PM ET/PT.
NIGHTLINE Is #2 In Total Viewers For Fifth Week In A RowApril 29, 2010For the fifth straight week, ABC News' 'Nightline' was the No. 2 program among Total Viewers, according to Nielsen Media Research for the week of April 19, 2010. 'Nightline' also placed 2nd among A18-49 for the week and tied CBS' 'Late Show with David Letterman' in the A25-54 rating (1.2). Additionally, 'Nightline' is solidly in 2nd place season to date among Total Viewers, with 3.83 million.
Animal Planet Provides A Portal Into The SECRET LIFE OF ELEPHANTS 5/16April 29, 2010We see elephants as mammoth beasts; they're prehistoric looking with incredibly large features that distinguish them from any other animal we know. They are majestic in their demeanor; they seem to rule the African landscape, living and traveling within large herds. To the unknowing eye, this ancient beast will live forever on Earth. Many still do not know that the African elephant is highly threatened. Sure, their sheer size seems to intimidate all who share their land; however, this behemoth's existence is being threatened at an alarming rate - by both man and nature.
The Paley Center for Media Releases New DVD 'PaleyFest2010: LOST'April 29, 2010The Paley Center for Media announces the exclusive DVD release of the PaleyFest2010 panel honoring the cast and creators of Lost. The event, presented live on stage before a sold-out audience at last month's 27th annual William S. Paley Television Festival, featured cast members including Terry O'Quinn ('John Locke'), Michael Emerson ('Ben Linus'), Nestor Carbonell ('Richard Alpert'), and Zuleikha Robinson ('Ilana') along with executive producers Damon Lindleof, Carlton Cuse, Jack Bender, Adam Horowitz, Eddy Kitsis, and Liz Sarnoff in a no-holds-barred and often hilarious conversation moderated by actor and avid Lost fan Paul Scheer (Human Giant). The Paley Center and PaleyFest are proud to offer this uncensored and candid look behind the scenes of one of the most groundbreaking and iconic series on television today prior to its series finale this May.
VH1's 'The OCD Project' Premieres 5/27April 29, 2010Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a disorder of the brain where people experience obsessive thoughts, images, ideas or impulses - and they can't get past them. The day-to-day existence for severe OCD sufferers is dire. Untreated, they lead lives of self-punishment, fear and isolation that can result in job loss, broken families, bankruptcy and in some cases death. 'The OCD Project' challenges six severe OCD sufferers to face their fears in a bold move to better their lives by participating in twenty-one days of all-immersive therapy called Exposure and Response Prevention. World-renowned anxiety specialist Dr. David Tolin facilitates this proven treatment that encourages patients to face their worst fears in an attempt to stop the vicious cycle of the disease in eight, hour-long episodes. 'The OCD Project' is set to premiere Thursday, May 27th at 10PM*. To get a preview of the upcoming season, watch 'The OCD Project' trailer on VH1.com.
BWW Review: Kansas City Rep's VENICEApril 29, 2010Kansas City Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of Venice, a co-production with Center Theatre Group. Venice features Music & Lyrics by Matt Sax, Book, Lyrics & direction by KC Rep's Artistic Director Eric Rosen.