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The Gong Show is an updated version of the original The Gong Show, created and produced by Chuck Barris that aired on NBC in daytime from 1976 through 1978, and in first-run syndication from 1976 to 1980 and 1988 to 1989. Barris hosted the show on NBC and from 1977 to 1980 in syndication. The Gong Show was known for its free-wheeling style, absurdist humor, and the titular gong used by the judges to cut short bad auditions. A similar element, a buzzer, is being used on America's Got Talent, a variety show in the tradition of The Gong Show.

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by Audition Roundup - April 08, 2018

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ABC to Flip 'The Gong Show,' 'Take Two' Next Thursday, July 19 Photo ABC to Flip 'The Gong Show,' 'Take Two' Next Thursday, July 19
by Tori Hartshorn - July 13, 2018

ABC to Flip 'The Gong Show,' 'Take Two' Next Thursday, July 19...


Alyson Hannigan, Jimmy Kimmel, Brad Paisley & Jason Sudeikis Join Returning Judges fo Photo Alyson Hannigan, Jimmy Kimmel, Brad Paisley & Jason Sudeikis Join Returning Judges for ABC's THE GONG SHOW
by Macon Prickett - May 02, 2018

“The Gong Show,” which makes its triumphant return to television on THURSDAY, JUNE 21 (8:00-9:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC and stars celebrated film and television actor/comedian Mike Myers as the show's host – British comedic legend Tommy Maitland – has announced the names of some of the revolving panel of...


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by Audition Roundup - April 08, 2018

Updated this week! Check out upcoming Non-Equity Auditions from Sunday, April 8, 2018 for productions in your area and around the country. ...


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by Audition Roundup - April 08, 2018

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BWW Interview: MARE WINNINGHAM at The Cafe Carlyle Photo BWW Interview: MARE WINNINGHAM at The Cafe Carlyle
by Stephen Mosher - October 22, 2019

Acclaimed actress Mare Winningham is months away from opening on Broadway in The Girl From the North Country. What better time to bring her own brand of folk rock country music to New York City, and in a room as beautiful as the one at The Cafe Carlyle?...


Emmy-winning American Comic Actor Arte Johnson Has Passed Photo Emmy-winning American Comic Actor Arte Johnson Has Passed
by Marianka Swain - July 04, 2019

On behalf of the Gisela Johnson and the Johnson family, we are informing you that Emmy winning comedic actor, Arte Johnson has passed at 1:45am, July 3rd, 2019.  There are no services planned.  His ashes will be taken to his home away from home in HI, were a private ceremony will be held....


TruTV IMPRACTICAL JOKERS & Eric Andre Announce 'Get Ship Faced' Lineup Photo TruTV IMPRACTICAL JOKERS & Eric Andre Announce 'Get Ship Faced' Lineup
by Michael Major - December 20, 2023

The truTV Impractical Jokers – Sal Vulcano, Brian “Q” Quinn, and James “Murr” Murray – and Eric Andre will each perform three identical shows in Norwegian Pearl's Stardust Theater, with tickets to both events guaranteed to all Ship Faced Cruisers (seat selection will be immediately available to gues...


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by Audition Roundup - April 08, 2018

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by Audition Roundup - April 08, 2018

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BIG LITTLE VARIETY SHOW Returns Family-Friendly Entertainment To Las Vegas Photo BIG LITTLE VARIETY SHOW Returns Family-Friendly Entertainment To Las Vegas
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 28, 2021

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Photo Flash: Rip Taylor Memorial Pays Homage With Laughter Photo Photo Flash: Rip Taylor Memorial Pays Homage With Laughter
by A.A. Cristi - December 02, 2019

On Sunday, Nov 24th, an eclectic group gathered to pay homage with laughter to the memory of The Prince or Pandemonium, The Master of Mayhem, The Crying Comedian, The King of Camp and Confetti, Star of Screen (large and small), Broadway & Vegas Stage ... RIP TAYLOR...


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by Audition Roundup - April 08, 2018

Updated this week! Check out upcoming Non-Equity Auditions from Sunday, April 8, 2018 for productions in your area and around the country. ...


Propagate Acquires Electus and Majority Interest in Artists First to Expand Its Globa Photo Propagate Acquires Electus and Majority Interest in Artists First to Expand Its Global Film and Television Studio
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 30, 2018

Propagate, one of the world's fastest-growing independent content creation and distribution companies, has acquired Electus, the independent production and distribution company initially founded by Ben Silverman, and a majority interest in powerhouse talent management and production firm Artists Fir...


RATINGS: CBS Wins Thursday with BIG BROTHER Photo RATINGS: CBS Wins Thursday with BIG BROTHER
by Kaitlin Milligan - July 26, 2019

CBS (2.938 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 0.6, #T1) was the most-watched network on a competitive Thursday with its trio of 'Love Island' (2.300 million viewers, #9; adults 18-49: 0.5, #T4), 'Big Brother 21' (3.861 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.0, #1) and 'Elementary' (2.654 million viewe...


Don Barnhart's HYPNOMANIA Comedy Hypnosis Show is Coming to Jokesters Comedy Club Photo Don Barnhart's HYPNOMANIA Comedy Hypnosis Show is Coming to Jokesters Comedy Club
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 26, 2022

Don Barnhart's Hypnomania performs at Jokesters Comedy Club inside the Modern Showrooms at Alexis Park All-Suite Hotel just blocks from the Las Vegas Strip across from The Virgin Hotel. Showtimes are 8pm Friday, Saturday, and Sunday....


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by Kaitlin Milligan - August 09, 2019

FOX (4.455 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.1, #1) was the network to beat on an NFL-fueled Thursday with fresh installments of 'MasterChef' (4.876 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 1.2, #2) and 'Spin the Wheel' (4.033 million viewers, #8; adults 18-49: 1.0, #T5)....


BIG BROTHER Helps CBS Win Thursday Night Photo BIG BROTHER Helps CBS Win Thursday Night
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 17, 2018

Here are the highlights of the 14 ad-sustained programs that aired in primetime on the broadcast networks last night (8/16/18):...


ABC to Flip 'The Gong Show,' 'Take Two' Next Today, July 19 Photo ABC to Flip 'The Gong Show,' 'Take Two' Next Today, July 19
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2018

ABC to Flip 'The Gong Show,' 'Take Two' Next Today, July 19...


Jeff Ahern's Acclaimed SYLUS 2020 Now Running At Acme Comedy Photo Jeff Ahern's Acclaimed SYLUS 2020 Now Running At Acme Comedy
by A.A. Cristi - October 21, 2019

Sylus 2020, Jeff Ahern's acclaimed solo comedy show, is now running at ACME Comedy in North Hollywood. The 2019 Hollywood Fringe Festival hit, which received a 100% Sweet rating at Better-Lemons.com, plays Fridays at 8pm on October 25, November 8, November 22, and December 13. Additional dates for 2...


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by Audition Roundup - April 08, 2018

Updated this week! Check out upcoming Non-Equity Auditions from Sunday, April 8, 2018 for productions in your area and around the country. ...


RATINGS: FOX Claims Demo Crown on Thursday with MASTER CHEF and SPIN THE WHEEL Photo RATINGS: FOX Claims Demo Crown on Thursday with MASTER CHEF and SPIN THE WHEEL
by Kaitlin Milligan - June 21, 2019

FOX (3.123 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 0.8, #1) claimed the demo crown on Thursday thanks to a new 'MasterChef' (2.800 million viewers, #11; adults 18-49: 0.7, #T3) and the premiere of 'Spin the Wheel' (3.446 million viewers, #6; adults 18-49: 0.8, #2)....


Upcoming Non-Equity Auditions Sunday, Apr. 8 Photo Upcoming Non-Equity Auditions Sunday, Apr. 8
by Audition Roundup - April 08, 2018

Updated this week! Check out upcoming Non-Equity Auditions from Sunday, April 8, 2018 for productions in your area and around the country. ...


RATINGS: BIG BROTHER Tops Charts in Viewers, Demos on Thursday Photo RATINGS: BIG BROTHER Tops Charts in Viewers, Demos on Thursday
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 23, 2019

NBC (4.406 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 0.9, #T1) was the network to beat on Thursday with its mix of 'The Wall' (4.991 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 1.0, #3), 'Ellen's Game of Games' (4.564 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 1.1, #2) and 'Law & Order: Special Victims Unit' (3.662 million...


Social Justice Leader Bryan Stevenson to Receive First-Ever People's Champion Award P Photo Social Justice Leader Bryan Stevenson to Receive First-Ever People's Champion Award Presented by John Legend
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 01, 2018

'The E! People's Choice Awards' will honor Bryan Stevenson, civil rights icon and founder of Equal Justice Initiative (EJI), with the first-ever People's Champion Award during the live awards show on Sunday, November 11th at 9p ET/PT. Stevenson is being recognized for his profound and lasting impact...






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