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Comedy Central to Debut Stand-Up Series THE HALF HOUR, 5/11
by Caryn Robbins - April 24, 2012

Comedy Central shines the spotlight on some of the funniest and most unique comedians out there today with the premiere of THE HALF HOUR, debuting Friday, May 11 at 11:00 p.m. ET/PT and 11:30 p.m. ET/PT. ...


Comedy Central Announces May 2012 Programming Highlights
by Caryn Robbins - April 04, 2012

This May, the second annual 'The Comedy Awards,' the annual event dedicated to honoring and celebrating the world of comedy, will air on Sunday, May 6....


Showtime to End WEEDS With Hunter Parrish
by Caryn Robbins - June 13, 2012

Variety reports that Showtime has canceled its long-running series WEEDS. The half-hour comedy from Lionsgate first aired on the cable network in 2005 and features Broadway vet Hunter Parrish. The upcoming eighth and final season of the show is currently in production and is set to air July 1....


STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - Robert Throws a Pool Party on NBC's THE OFFICE
by Caryn Robbins - January 19, 2012

On tonight's episode of NBC's THE OFFICE entitled 'Pool Party', after Robert (two-time Emmy Award winner James Spader) decides to sell his mansion following his divorce, Kevin (Brian Baumgartner) suggests that he have a office pool party. Erin (Ellie Kemper) tries to make Andy (Ed Helms) jealous by ...


The Hub Network Unveils 2012-3 Program Slate
by Caryn Robbins - March 01, 2012

Programs based on iconic names and strong, beloved properties are among the four new original series that will join eight returning popular original series on The Hub TV Network's 2012-2013 programming lineup....


STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - Buddy Renews His Wedding Vows on Tonight's CAKE BOSS on TLC
by Caryn Robbins - January 23, 2012

On tonight's episode of TLC's CAKE BOSS, the series star, Buddy Valastro, renews his wedding vows with his wife Lisa in an hourlong special. The episode airs 10:00 pm/ET on TLC....


Julia Roberts to Produce TAMING OF THE SHREW, a Workplace Comedy on ABC
by Tyler Peterson - October 03, 2012

As Deadline Hollywood reported earlier today, mega-movie star and Broadway vet, Julia Roberts, is set to produce TAMING OF THE SHREW, a workplace comedy for ABC - though not inspired by Shakespeare's classic play. ...


STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - A Trivia Contest on Tonight's THE OFFICE on NBC
by Caryn Robbins - January 12, 2012

On tonight's episode of NBC's THE OFFICE entitled 'Trivia', Oscar (Oscar Nunez) joins a trivia night contest and Andy (Ed Helms) decides to get the whole office involved. ...


Showtime to End WEEDS With Hunter Parrish
by Caryn Robbins - June 13, 2012

Variety reports that Showtime has canceled its long-running series WEEDS. The half-hour comedy from Lionsgate first aired on the cable network in 2005 and features Broadway vet Hunter Parrish. The upcoming eighth and final season of the show is currently in production and is set to air July 1....


ABC's NEW YEAR'S ROCKIN' EVE is Week's No. 1 Entertainment Show
by Caryn Robbins - January 04, 2012

During the week of December 26, 2011, ABC aired 2 of the Top 4 non-sports TV programs in Adults 18-49, including the No. 1 non-sports show with 'Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest '12:' 'New Year's Rockin' Eve '12' - No. 1 and 'New Year's Rockin' Eve: 40th Anniversary' - No. 4....


Shaquille O'Neal Guest Stars on The Hub's SECRET MILLIONAIRES CLUB Today
by TV News Desk - January 20, 2013

In today's January 20 episode "Elena's Shaqtastic Adventure," Elena is tempted by an elite sports camp that may jeopardize her education so Warren Buffett invites his friend Shaquille O'Neal to help her make an informed decision....


MODERN FAMILY Reigns as Wednesday's #1 Scripted Show
by Claire Hannum - February 07, 2013

ABC was a competitive #2 on Wednesday in Adults 18-49 to Fox with a 2-hour American Idol. ABC's Modern Family finished as Wednesday's #1 scripted TV show across all key Adult demos (AD18-34/AD18-49/AD25-54)....


LARRY KING NOW to Premiere on Hulu Tonight
by Caryn Robbins - July 17, 2012

According to The New York Times, veteran CNN talk show host Larry King will premiere his new interview show, LARRY KING NOW on Hulu starting tonight as part of a deal brokered between the web video site and Ora TV....


Spike TV Premieres New Reality Series RAT B*STARDS Tonight, 7/31
by TV News Desk - July 31, 2012

Spike TV will take on giant swamp rats in its new reality series RAT B*STARDS, premiering tonight, July 31 at 10:30/9:30c....


ABC Draws its Biggest Overall Audience in 5 Weeks
by Caryn Robbins - November 06, 2012

ABC aired 5 of the Top 20 non-sports TV programs during the week Adults 18-49, including the No. 1 broadcast drama for the 2nd week in a row with "Once Upon a Time"...


Photo Flash: First Look - Madonna Featured in ABC's NIGHTLINE 1/12
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2012

Pop Icon Madonna sits with Cynthia McFadden for a candid and revealing interview airing on NIGHTLINE Thursday, January 12th on the ABC Television Network. The interview will also air on 'Good Morning America,' and '20/20,' on Friday, January 13th....


STAGE TUBE: Promo for New Season of FX's IT'S ALWAYS SUNNY IN PHILADELPHIA
by Caryn Robbins - August 14, 2012

It's an all new season of IT'S ALWAYS SUNNY IN PHILADELPHIA, this October. Crude, controversial, outlandish and downright hilarious, the series airs on FX. The half-hour comedy, starring Charlie Day, Rob McElhenney, Glenn Howerton, Kaitlin Olson and Danny DeVito, features the cast as self-centered o...


ABC's MODERN FAMILY Scores Best-Ever Results Against IDOL
by Caryn Robbins - January 19, 2012

Up against the 2-hour season premiere of Fox's American Idol, ABC posted a strong second-place finish on Wednesday night in Adults 18-49, beating out third-place CBS by 20% and fourth-place NBC by 100%....


STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - ABC Family's New Comedy BABY DADDY Premiering 6/20
by Caryn Robbins - April 27, 2012

ABC Family's new comedy series BABY DADDY stars Chelsea Kane ('Dancing with the Stars'), Tahj Mowry ('The Game') and Derek Theler ('90210')....


STAGE TUBE: James Van Der Beek Chats About Role on ABC's APARTMENT 23
by Caryn Robbins - May 01, 2012

Dawson's Creek alum James Van Der Beek can now be seen playing himself on the new ABC comedy series DON'T TRUST THE B---- IN APARTMENT 23. On the half-hour comedy, Van Der Beek plays a 'heightened version' of himself....


truTV Premieres COMBAT PAWN Tonight, 7/15
by TV News Desk - July 15, 2012

truTV premieres the 'Hardcore Pawn' Spin-Off COMBAT PAWN. The half-hour project previously ran under the title 'Hardcore Pawn: Fort Bragg.' The premiere episode, 'The Bravest of the Brave' airs tonight, July 15, at 10:30 p.m. (ET/PT)....


NIGHTLINE to Interview Florence & the Machine's Lead Singer Tonight
by Caryn Robbins - May 08, 2012

Florence Welch, lead singer of the English indie pop band Florence and the Machine, talks to Cynthia McFadden for NIGHTLINE airing tonight, TUESDAY, MAY 8 (11:35pm, ET) on the ABC Television Network....


Shaquille O'Neal to Guest Star on The Hub's SECRET MILLIONAIRES CLUB, 1/20
by Caryn Robbins - January 11, 2013

In the January 20 episode "Elena's Shaqtastic Adventure," Elena is tempted by an elite sports camp that may jeopardize her education so Warren Buffett invites his friend Shaquille O'Neal to help her make an informed decision....


Marcus Center Presents AN EVENING WITH BILL ENGVALL, 2/18
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2012

The Marcus Center for the Performing Arts presents AN EVENING WITH BILL ENGVALL on February 18th for two performances at 5 p.m. and 8 p.m....


Nickelodeon Debuts Animated Special IT'S A SPONGEBOB CHRISTMAS! Tonight
by Caryn Robbins - December 05, 2012

Nickelodeon celebrates the holidays with its first full-length stop-motion animated special, IT'S A SPONGEBOB CHRISTMAS, premiering tonight, Dec. 6, at 8:00 p.m. (ET/PT)....






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