Curacao Foundation Presents: Latinos United ConcertSeptember 12, 2018This Hispanic Heritage month, the Curacao Foundation—a nonprofit organization founded in 2002 by retailer Curacao—is doing its part to strengthen the Latino community by hosting a fundraising concert in support of immigrant children separated from their families at the border.
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for the Documentary DREAM OF DANCESeptember 12, 2018The Orchard shared the Official Trailer for the new documentary I DREAM OF DANCE about legendary dance teacher, Denise Wall, and her son, Emmy-award winning choreographer Travis Wall! Also featuring The Ellen Show's Stephen 'tWitch' Boss, this heartwarming documentary follows Denise Wall's dance studio as they prepare to compete in Nationals.
Sony Pictures Animation and Nelvana Renew HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA: THE SERIESSeptember 12, 2018Sony Pictures Animation and Nelvana have announced the second-season renewal of the hit animated comedy Hotel Transylvania: The Series. Disney Channel in the U.S. and their global territories, and TELETOON Canada, a network owned by Nelvana parent company Corus Entertainment, are set to broadcast the new episodes.
Comedians Gabriel Iglesias and Wanda Sykes Join UGLYDOLLS CastSeptember 12, 2018STXfilms, a division of Robert Simonds' global, next-gen media company STX Entertainment, has added comedians Gabriel Iglesias and Wanda Sykes to the voice cast of its highly-anticipated UGLYDOLLS film. The comedians join previously announced co-stars Kelly Clarkson, Nick Jonas and Pitbull.
A&E to Premiere Documentary NO GREATER LAWSeptember 12, 2018A&E will premiere the original documentary special, 'No Greater Law,' on Monday, September 24 at 10pm ET/PT. Presented by A&E IndieFilms and produced by Pulse Films, the film premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and the Sheffield Doc/Fest. 'No Greater Law' explores the struggles between an Idaho-based faith healing community and a Sheriff investigating the deaths of children from the community.
Hulu and Discovery Announce Partnership for Live and On-Demand ProgrammingSeptember 12, 2018Discovery Inc. and Hulu today announced an expansive distribution agreement that will extend Discovery's portfolio of high quality real life entertainment brands to Hulu's on-demand and live TV subscription streaming services. The new partnership makes Hulu the #1 streaming home for popular unscripted series and reinforces Hulu's commitment to offering programming the whole family can enjoy.
National Geographic Documentary Films to Premiere Bloomberg Philanthropies' PARIS TO PITTSBURGHSeptember 12, 2018National Geographic Documentary Films announced today that the company will distribute Bloomberg Philanthropies' second film, Paris to Pittsburgh premiering on Wednesday, December 12 at 9pm ET/PT in the U.S. and will air globally in 172 countries and 45 languages. Paris to Pittsburgh brings to life the impassioned efforts of individuals who are battling the most severe threats of climate change in their own backyards. Set against the national debate over the United States' energy future - and the Trump administration's explosive decision to exit the Paris Climate Agreement - the film captures what's at stake for communities around the country and the inspiring ways Americans are responding. To view the trailer, visit ParistoPittsburgh.com.
Terri, Bindi, and Robert Irwin Return to Animal Planet in CRIKEY! IT'S THE IRWINSSeptember 12, 2018Lace up your boots because you're about to embark on the journey of a lifetime with the family that's bringing khaki back! The Irwins - Terri, Bindi and Robert - return to Animal Planet in a new series that gives audiences an all-access, front row seat to experience the sights and sounds of their thrilling wildlife adventures around the globe and the amazing animals that continue to inspire their conservation efforts. From running Australia's largest family-owned zoo, Australia Zoo in Queensland, to crisscrossing the world protecting and celebrating the most wondrous animals on the planet, The Irwins work thoughtfully and tirelessly to carry on Steve's mission to bring people closer to animals and ignite the connection that will ensure an abundance of wildlife for generations to come. CRIKEY! IT'S THE IRWINS launches as a global series premiere beginning Sunday, October 28 at 8pm ET/PT and will be seen in Animal Planet's 360 million homes around the world.
VIDEO: Watch the Star-Studded Trailer for Amazon's New Series THE ROMANOFFSSeptember 12, 2018Today, Amazon Prime Video released the key art and official series trailer for the highly anticipated original contemporary anthology series, The Romanoffs, set to premiere on Friday, October 12 with new episodes released weekly, on Fridays. This is the first anthology series for Amazon Prime Video that will roll out on a weekly basis. The Romanoffs will be available initially in the original version in over 200 countries and territories, with dubbed foreign language versions coming in early 2019.
Oprah Interviews Ralph Lauren on OPRAH'S SUPERSOUL CONVERSATIONSSeptember 12, 2018“Oprah's SuperSoul Conversations” all-new podcast features an exclusive interview with iconic designer Ralph Lauren, who recently celebrated his 50th Anniversary Collection at New York's Fashion Week. Part one of the interview is available on Wednesday, September 12, on Apple Podcasts (ApplePodcasts.com/OprahSuperSoul) and other podcast platforms. Part two will be available on Monday, September 17. Oprah Winfrey's monthly letter to readers in the October issue of O, The Oprah Magazine, on stands now, is also dedicated to the designer.
Nordic International Film Festival to be Hosted by Comedian Al PitcherSeptember 12, 2018The Nordic International Film Festival is now in its 4th year. Due to popular demand and a higher number of film submissions, this year the festival has been expanded to 5 Days, making it the biggest Nordic festival outside of Europe. The 4th Nordic International Film Festival (NIFF) will be held from October 31st – November 4th at Scandinavia House in New York.
Elton John AIDS Foundation Fall Gala to Honor Patricia Hearst, Gayle King will Host and Sheryl Crow will PerformSeptember 12, 2018On Monday, November 5, 2018, the Elton John AIDS Foundation (EJAF) will host its annual New York Fall Gala at Cipriani 42ndStreet in New York City. At this year's gala, EJAF Founder Sir Elton John and Chairman David Furnish will honor Ford Foundation President Darren Walker, philanthropist Patricia Hearst, and long-time advocate Joe McMillan, CEO and Chairman of DDG, with EJAF's Enduring Vision Award. Nine-time Grammy Award Winning Singer, Songwriter Sheryl Crow will be the special musical guest, and Bryan Stevenson, Founder and Executive Director of the Equal Justice Initiative (EJI) and the new National Memorial for Peace and Justice in Montgomery, Alabama, will be the featured speaker. CBS This Morning co-anchor and journalist Gayle King will host the event.
Jason Reitman's THE FRONT RUNNER to Close Austin Film FestivalSeptember 12, 2018Austin Film Festival (AFF), the premier film festival recognizing writers' and filmmakers' contributions to film, television, and new media, announced today that The Front Runner will serve as the fest's Closing Night selection. Directed by Academy Award®-nominee and AFF alum Jason Reitman (Juno, Up in the Air), The Front Runner stars Hugh Jackman as the charismatic politician Gary Hart, who was considered the overwhelming front-runner for the 1988 Democratic presidential nomination when his campaign was sidelined by the story of an extramarital relationship with Donna Rice. The Front Runnerwill bow in Austin on November 1 with Reitman in attendance.