Skirball Cultural Center Celebrates the Creative Vision of Jim Henson in New ExhibitionApril 9, 2018The Skirball Cultural Center announces the June 1 opening of The Jim Henson Exhibition: Imagination Unlimited, a dynamic new visitor experience exploring the legacy of Jim Henson (1936-1990). Featuring more than 100 objects drawn from the beloved worlds of Sesame Street, The Muppets, Fraggle Rock, The Dark Crystal, Labyrinth, and much more, the traveling exhibition highlights Henson's groundbreaking work for film and television and his transformative impact on popular culture. It reveals how Henson - together with his team of builders, performers, and writers - created an unparalleled body of work that continues to delight and inspire people of all ages.
VIDEO: Netflix Shares the Trailer for Upcoming Documentary MERCURY 13 Out 4/20April 9, 2018Mercury 13 is a remarkable story of the women who were tested for spaceflight in 1961 before their dreams were dashed in being the first to make the trip beyond Earth. NASA's 'man in space' program, dubbed 'Project Mercury' began in 1958. The men chosen – all military test pilots – became known as The Mercury 7. But away from the glare of the media, behind firmly closed doors, female pilots were also screened. Thirteen of them passed and, in some cases, performed better than the men. They were called the Mercury 13 and had the 'right stuff' but were, unfortunately, the wrong gender. Underneath the obsession of the space race that gripped America, the women were aviation pioneers who emerged thirsty for a new frontier, but whose time would have to wait. The film tells the definitive story of thirteen truly remarkable women who reached for the stars but were ahead of their time. A Netflix original documentary directed by David Sington (The Fear of 13) and Heather Walsh.
The Tale of ANDRE THE GIANT Debuts on HBO Tuesday, April 10April 9, 2018HBO Sports and WWE (NYSE: WWE) present a JMH FILMS production in association with Ringer Films when ANDRE THE GIANT, a documentary examining the life and career of one of the most beloved legends in WWE history, premieres TUESDAY, APRIL 10 (10:00-11:25 p.m. ET/PT), exclusively on HBO.
The Lagoons Release Long-Awaited EP ESCAPEApril 9, 2018 Austin-based brother duo The Lagoons have released their long awaited EP Escape out now. Known for their 70's-esque rock jazz and modern synth-pop, the duo's music has seen consistent love from fans with latest singles “Close My Eyes And I Wonder,” and EP title track “Escape.” Accumulating over 20 million streams on Spotify and reaching number 1 on Hype Machine, The Lagoons' career is on an unstoppable upward trajectory.
HBO Documentary Films Acquires Rights to True-Crime Bestseller I'LL BE GONE IN THE DARKApril 9, 2018HBO Documentary Films has acquired the rights to the true-crime bestseller “I'll Be Gone in the Dark: One Woman's Obsessive Search for the Golden State Killer,” by Michelle McNamara, and will develop a documentary series based on the book, it was announced today by Nancy Abraham and Lisa Heller, executive vice presidents, HBO Documentary Films.
Liz Brasher Shares Title Track From Her OUTCAST EPApril 9, 2018Liz Brasher's debut EP for Fat Possum Records sees this new fiery vocalist and band leader digging into her past and present to create music that is as timeless as it is refreshing. It's a diverse sound rooted in the influence of Brasher's two homes: her adopted hometown of Memphis; and her childhood stomping grounds in rural North Carolina, where she was raised in a musical, multi-ethnic household.
VIDEO: Cassadee Pope Debuts New Music Video for TAKE YOU HOMEApril 9, 2018GRAMMY® Award-nominated, platinum-certified country hit maker Cassadee Pope debuted her first new music video in nearly two years today. “Take You Home,” http://cassadee.co/TYHvideo also Pope's first single release in nearly two years, was co-written by Paul Digiovanni, Ben Hayslip and Emily Weisband and marks a new phase in Pope's musical journey, one with swagger, style and substance. The song was released this past Friday to critical praise.
Science Channel Announces New Documentary Series INNOVATORSApril 9, 2018A new Science Channel documentary series from Emmy and Peabody-Award winning Ross Greenburg Productions will go deep into the minds and lives of the people who have fundamentally altered the way we live. Pairing historical and contemporary figures from similar fields, the three-part INNOVATORS (wt) will uncover the truths of how innovation happens, reveal surprising and unexpected connections between modern innovators and their predecessors, and tell the story of how our modern world was created. The series is scheduled to premiere fourth quarter 2018.
National Chorale to Present Beethoven's Symphony #9 This Friday, April 13April 9, 2018National Chorale, New York's premier professional choral company, under the Artistic Direction of Everett McCorvey, continues its 2017-2018 Season at Lincoln Center with Beethoven Symphony #9 on Friday, April 13, 2018 at 8pm at the David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, 10 Lincoln Center Plaza, NYC. Tickets are $30-$100 and are available at www.nationalchorale.com, or by calling (212) 333-5333.
Charming Liars Release Addictive New Single LIKE A DRUGApril 9, 2018Los Angeles Alt Rockers Charming Liars have launched their addictive new single 'Like A Drug' with an early add on Spotify's New Noiseplaylist and a premiere of the video @ Alternative Press. The video is a gritty look at the harsh realities of drug addiction.
VIDEO: Check Out A Sneak Peak for Upcoming CBS Special ELTON JOHN: I'M STILL STANDING, A GRAMMY SALUTEApril 9, 2018Music stars Alessia Cara, Miley Cyrus, Kesha, Lady Gaga, Miranda Lambert, John Legend, Little Big Town, Chris Martin, Shawn Mendes, Maren Morris, Ed Sheeran, Sam Smith, and SZA celebrate the illustrious career of Elton John on the tribute special 'Elton John: I'm Still Standing-A GRAMMY® Salute,' to be broadcast Tuesday, April 10 (9-11 p.m., ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. The concert showcases musicians from multiple genres performing classic songs from Elton John's impressive music catalog with longtime co-writer Bernie Taupin and features special appearances by Jon Batiste, Neil Patrick Harris, Christopher Jackson, Anna Kendrick, Gayle King, Lucy Liu, Valerie Simpson, and Hailee Steinfeld.