Samuel Goldwyn Films to Release MAPPLETHORPE Starring Matt SmithNovember 19, 2018Robert Mapplethorpe is arguably one of the most important artists of the 20th century. Mapplethorpe discovered himself both sexually and artistically in New York City throughout the 70's and 80's. The film depicts Mapplethorpe's life from moments before he and Patti Smith moved into the famed Chelsea hotel, home to a world of bohemian chic. Here, he begins photographing its inhabitants and his new found circle of friends including artists and musicians, socialites, film stars, and members of the S&M underground.
VIDEO: THE RANCH Returns December 7November 19, 2018Running up 13 stories at Netflix, Elisha Cuthbert gets the inside scoop from co-star Ashton Kutcher - the two triumphantly reach the top, marking their victory by shouting from the [Netflix] rooftop, new episodes of The Ranch premiere December 7 on Netflix!
ABC Presents A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMASNovember 19, 2018The ABC Television Network will air the beloved Emmy Award-winning PEANUTS special “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” created by late cartoonist Charles M. Schulz in 1965, on THURSDAY, DEC. 6 (8:00-9:00 p.m. EST). The hour will also include a series of Christmas-themed animated stories entitled “Charlie Brown's Christmas Tales,” based on Schulz's work, in which each of the beloved PEANUTS characters – Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Linus, Lucy and Sally – star in his or her own charming animated vignette. (Rebroadcast ABC OAD: 12/6/01)
Science Channel to Premiere HOUDINI'S LAST SECRETSNovember 19, 2018Magicians, past and present, marvel at the death-defying performances of the legendary Harry Houdini. His breathtaking escapes and astonishing illusions have never been equaled, or fully understood. With the help of skilled engineers, accomplished illusionists, and a member of his own bloodline, a new Science Channel series looks to uncover the methods to Houdini's magic and madness. HOUDINI'S LAST SECRETS, a four-part series, premieres Sunday, January 6 at 10 p.m. ET/PT.
ABC Radio Announces Thanksgiving Weekend ProgrammingNovember 19, 2018To kick off the holiday season, ABC Radio announces a three-hour country music special, “Holiday Season Serenade,” hosted by country music star Martina McBride, and a three-hour special titled “America Gives Thanks.” These two specials will be available over the Thanksgiving weekend.
A Special Edition of 20/20 Will Provide an Inside Look at MARY POPPINS RETURNSNovember 19, 2018Just in time for the holiday season, a special edition of "20/20" gives viewers an inside look at "Mary Poppins Returns," the sequel to the classic 1964 film starring Julie Andrews and Dick Van Dyke. In the special, ABC News' Chris Connelly sits down for the first prime-time television interviews with Emily Blunt and Lin-Manuel Miranda, stars of the sequel. They open up about both the responsibility and joy they feel about stepping into their characters and the iconic world of Mary Poppins, which hasn't been portrayed on the big screen in over 50 years. The hour also features an exclusive one-on-one conversation between Van Dyke and Miranda on "Mary Poppins Returns" and Van Dyke's excitement to share the Mary Poppins magic with a new generation. "Mary Poppins Returns: Behind the Magic - A Special Edition of 20/20" airs Thursday, Nov. 22 (8:00-9:00 p.m. EST), on ABC.
BMI Announces a Special Songwriter SeriesNovember 19, 2018Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI), the global leader in rights management, is pleased to announce a special holiday music series, as part of Westfield World Trade Center's Holiday Market at the Oculus. From November 26th to December 7th, beginning at 12:30pm, the Westfield Presents stage will light up with 10 festive performances curated by BMI, bringing the holiday spirit to shoppers, lunch-goers and visitors alike.
Billy Dean Releases Debut Gospel AlbumNovember 19, 2018Today, country music's Billy Dean announced the release of his first-ever Gospel album, Billy Dean & Friends: Gospel Favorites. The new collection of songs is available for download now at iTunes and Amazon.
Disney Channel to Premiere SYDNEY TO THE MAX on January 25November 19, 2018'Sydney to the Max,' a sitcom introducing 13-year-old actress/musical artist Ruth Righi (Broadway's 'School of Rock The Musical') in her first leading role, is set to premiere FRIDAY, JAN. 25 (8:30-9:00 p.m. EST/PST), on Disney Channel and DisneyNOW. Created by Mark Reisman ('Frasier,' 'Wings,' 'The Exes'), the series is geared for kids ages 6-14 and families. It also stars Ian Reed Kesler ('Suits'), Caroline Rhea ('Sabrina the Teenage Witch,' 'Phineas and Ferb'), Jackson Dollinger (“Puppy Dog Pals”), Ava Kolker ('Girl Meets World') and Christian J. Simon (“The Amazing World of Gumball”).
AT&T AUDIENCE Network Renews MR. MERCEDES for Season ThreeNovember 19, 2018Following the dramatic finale of season 2 of “Mr. Mercedes,” AT&T AUDIENCE Network has picked up this critically acclaimed drama for a 3rd season. Production for the 10 1-hour episodes is scheduled to begin in early 2019 in Charleston, South Carolina with the premiere launching later in the year.
Norbert Leo Butz, Laura Osnes, Ethan Slater & More Join Cast of FX's FOSSE/VERDONNovember 19, 2018FX today announced the additional cast that will appear in Fosse/Verdon, an eight episode limited series from award-winning producers Thomas Kail, Steven Levenson, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Joel Fields. Production on the series, now officially titled Fosse/Verdon, is currently underway in New York City ahead of its premiere on FX in Spring 2019.
Highlights In Jazz Announces its 47th All-Star SeasonNovember 19, 2018In four stellar concerts featuring some of the brightest luminaries in jazz today, 2019's Highlights In Jazz series brings together a multitude of beloved jazz musicians spanning an eclectic mix of generations and styles. You'll hear unforgettable performances from jazz veterans including Warren Vaché, Houston Person, and Norman Simmons; up-and-comers like Veronica Swift, Christian Sands, and Peter and Will Anderson; and straight-ahead stalwarts such as Steve Turre, George Cables, Buster Williams, along with many more. These gifted players and others will pay tribute to a pantheon of jazz legends, including this year's featured honoree, trumpeter Randy Brecker; plus, the music of Randy Weston, Erroll Garner, Sidney Bechet, Louis Armstrong will also be featured.
'Roy Clark's Celebration Of Life' Memorial To Be Held WednesdayNovember 19, 2018 Plans were announced over the weekend for 'Roy Clark's Celebration of Life' memorial which will be open to the public. The service will be held on Wednesday, November 21 at 11:00am CT at Rhema Bible Church at 1025 W Kenosha St Broken Arrow, OK 74012 near Tulsa.
South African DJ Black Coffee Announces Headline Show at London's O2 Academy BrixtonNovember 19, 2018Having already amassed over 10 million Spotify streams on his recent collaboration 'Drive' featuring Delilah Montagu and David Guetta and another huge summer residency at Balearic super-club Hi? Ibiza, award winning South African DJ, Black Coffee today announced the date for his highly anticipated headline show at London's O2 Academy Brixton. Tickets for the show go on sale on 23 November at 10am at MetropolisMusic.com