Telemundo Partners with Quibi on Two New ShowsOctober 10, 2019Telemundo, the leading media company serving Hispanics, and Quibi have partnered to produce daily news programming for the mobile platform when it launches in April 2020. As a part of the partnership, Telemundo is developing two exclusive shows for Quibi's curated news and entertainment programming, Daily Essentials.
Jeff Garlin Announces His Netflix Special OUR MAN IN CHICAGOOctober 10, 2019Multi-hyphenate comedy veteran, Jeff Garlin - best known as Curb Your Enthusiasm's Jeff Greene – brings his new Netflix comedy special Jeff Garlin: Our Man in Chicago. Filmed in his hometown, Chicago and on the 37th anniversary - to the day - of his comedy debut, the one-hour special is ripe with Garlin's signature blend of storytelling and improv. The comedian takes viewers on a stroll down memory lane, with some detours into the personal lives of the audience, a few hours in jail and enough donuts to last a lifetime. Jeff Garlin: Our Man in Chicago launches globally on Netflix on November 12, 2019.
NBC to Air DOLLY PARTON: 50 YEARS AT THE GRAND OLE OPRYOctober 10, 2019Country music legend Dolly Parton is returning to NBC and will perform at one of the most iconic stages in the world when a?oeDolly Parton: 50 Years at the Grand Ole Oprya?? airs Tuesday, Nov. 26 from 9-11 p.m. ET/PT.
VIDEO: Comedy Central Launches Mental Health InitiativeOctober 10, 2019On World Mental Health Day, Comedy Central, in partnership with Mental Health First Aid (MHFA), a program of the National Council for Behavioral Health, today premiered its Be The Difference public service announcement (PSA) featuring Jeff Ross, Matteo Lane and Yamaneika Saunders. The spot is the initial step in Comedy Central's first long-term social impact campaign that will focus on driving culture change on mental health. Working with its launch partners, Comedy Central will integrate the campaign across all brand platforms, including linear series, social content and live events, with the goal of making emotional health as important as physical health.
DESUS & MERO Returns to Showtime on October 14October 10, 2019DESUS & MERO will return from its summer hiatus with all-new episodes airing every Monday and Thursday at 11:00 p.m. ET/PT, starting on Monday, October 14. DESUS & MERO features the duo chatting with guests at the intersection of pop culture, sports, music, politics and more, as well as giving their take on the day's hot topics in their signature style in front of a small live studio audience from New York City. Upcoming guests include DaBaby (on October 14), Taraji P. Henson, Forest Whitaker and Ta-Nehisi Coates.
Wanda Sykes to Host 28th Annual Bounce Trumpet AwardsOctober 10, 2019EMMY® Award-winning comedian, actress and writer Wanda Sykes will host the 28th Annual Bounce Trumpet Awards, an exciting night of inspiration, history and crowd-rousing performances celebrating African-American achievements and contributions.
2019 Hallowbaloo Music, Arts & Craft Beer Festival to Take Place October 26October 10, 2019The twelfth annual Hallowbaloo on Saturday, October 26, 2019 will be an epic celebration of music, food, art and the exploding craft beer scene in Honolulu. Hallowbaloo is not just a festival a?" it's an experience! Honolulu's Chinatown Arts District will transform into a spooktacular cauldron of Halloween cheer featuring thousands of costumes. For over ten years, Hallowbaloo has brought together over 50,000 people to celebrate the arts and spirit of the most creative holiday of the year, Halloween. Join us for an evening you'll never forget!
Matoma and Two Friends Announce Co-Headlining TourOctober 10, 2019Global superstar producer/DJ Matoma and dance-pop duo Two Friends have teamed up for their star-powered North American co-headline tour – 'CAMP SUPERDOPE!' The extensive trek kicks off January 16th in Austin, TX and stops in major markets including New York, Nashville, Los Angeles, and more.
Paley Center Presents THE GOLDBERGS and SCHOOLED Costume ExhibitOctober 10, 2019The Paley Center for Media in Beverly Hills will take visitors back in time for its exclusive new exhibit celebrating the fashion from The Goldbergs and Schooled. The Goldbergs & Schooled Rewind! will immerse visitors into all the nostalgic fun of two acclaimed series, set in two of the most fashion-driven eras in pop-culture history. The exhibit is free and is open to the public from October 16 - November 17, and will kick off with a special preview launch event with the cast and creative team of The Goldbergs on October 15.
Disney Junior's THE ROCKETEER to Premiere on November 8October 10, 2019Disney Junior's 'The Rocketeer,' a new comedic, animated adventure series featuring a young girl named Kit Secord, who takes to the skies to protect her community after becoming the surprise recipient of a rocket-pack that gives her the ability to fly, will premiere FRIDAY, NOV. 8, on Disney Channel (11:00 a.m. EDT), Disney Junior (5:00 p.m. EDT) and DisneyNOW. Inspired by Dave Stevens' beloved superhero comic books and Walt Disney Pictures feature film, the series stars Kitana Turnbull ('A Series of Unfortunate Events') as Kit, and Billy Campbell and Kathy Najimy as her parents, Dave and Sareena Secord. Campbell is best-known for starring as Cliff Secord in 'The Rocketeer' film.
VIDEO: Jessica Chastain, Monica Lewinsky, Lizzo, Andy Cohen, and More Narrate Statue of Liberty PoemOctober 10, 2019HBO and World of Wonder released a video that features Jessica Chastain, RuPaul, Andy Cohen, Whoopi Goldberg, Monica Lewinsky, Lizzo, Cyndi Lauper, Wayne Brady, Regina Spektor, Charo, Big Freedia, and Courtney Love narrating the famous “The New Colossus” poem that sits at the base of the Statue of Liberty.
Chrissy Metz, Lady Antebellum Among Lineup for 2019 CMT ARTISTS OF THE YEAROctober 10, 2019CMT today revealed its star-studded lineup of performers and presenters for the “2019 CMT Artists of the Year” special, airing LIVE from Nashville's Schermerhorn Symphony Center on Wednesday, October 16 at 8pm ET/PT on CMT. The growing list includes some of the biggest stars from music, television and entertainment including Bobby Bones, Chrissy Metz, Jackie Galecki, Lady Antebellum, Lauren Akins, Lonnie Chavis, Maddie & Tae, Sam Hunt, Vince Gill and more.
The Messthetics Announce Winter Tour DatesOctober 10, 2019In December, The Messthetics -- Anthony Pirog, Joe Lally, and Brendan Canty -- will be back on the road, playing shows across the Southern US and Midwest including stops in Asheville, Kansas City, Lexington, and Cincinnati. Find the complete itinerary below.
Charli XCX Releases Music Video for 'White Mercedes'October 10, 2019Pop's esteemed music vanguard Charli XCX displays beautiful vulnerability in her new mini-film music video for new single “White Mercedes” off the Grammy nominated, platinum selling artist's recently released third studio album “Charli” out now on Atlantic Records.
Lou Williams Joins Ownership Team of A3C Festival & ConferenceOctober 10, 2019Three time NBA '6th Man of the Year', Lou Williams, has joined 2 Chainz, the Gathering Spot and Paul Judge Media, on the new Culture Creators Ownership Group for acclaimed Atlanta rooted music festival and conference, A3C Festival & Conference. This year celebrates the 15th anniversary of A3C and the ownership team has rolled out a new conference hub, America's Mart, as well as a star-studded line up of performers and speakers. Some of this years talent includes: Stacey Abrams, Megan Thee Stallion, Yasiin Bey, YG, T.I., Dapper Dan, Gary Vee, Charlamagne Tha God, Karen Civil and many more. The A3C Culture Creator Ownership Group is composed of individuals that have impacted business, lifestyle, music, tech, film, sports and culture. They have invested in A3C and thereby invested in Atlanta and the future of the culture.
Boston International Kids Film Festival Returns for the Seventh YearOctober 10, 2019The Boston International Kids Film Festival (BIKFF) is back with more than 80 films -- both professionally and student-made -- ALL for kids. This year's selections feature a number of award-winning films including a documentary about Syrian and Iraqi refugees experiencing summer camp for the first time, a call to action from a group of school children in Brooklyn trying to eliminate microplastics polluting our environment, and a look back at the Merrimack Valley Gas Explosion and how families and small businesses are still trying to recover. The festival will take place at the Capitol Theatre in Arlington, the Somerville Theatre, and Lesley University College of Art and Design on November 15th - 17th. All screenings are open to the public and tickets can be purchased at bikff.org.
ITV Announces Details for WHITE HOUSE FARMOctober 10, 2019ITV's six part factual drama, White House Farm, produced by New Pictures revolves around one fateful night in August 1985 when five members of the same family were murdered at an Essex farmhouse; Sheila Caffell, her twin six-year-old sons, Daniel and Nicholas, and her parents, Nevill and June Bamber.