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The Half Hour is back for a second season, shining the spotlight on some of the funniest and most unique comedians out there today. Join Dan St. Germain, Jared Logan, Brody Stevens, Jonah Ray, Mike Lawrence, Erik Griffin, Nikki Glaser and more for their first solo stand-up specials, every Friday night.

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. ...


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....


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....


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....


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....


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. ...


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....


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....


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: 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....


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....


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....


Mark Wahlberg to Produce A&E Docu Reality Series Based on THE FIGHTER
by Caryn Robbins - November 16, 2012

Deadine reports that Mark Wahlberg is set to produce a reality pilot for the A&E cable network based on his feature film THE FIGHTER. ...


MTV to Premiere New Reality Series BUCKWILD, 1/3
by Caryn Robbins - December 27, 2012

MTV's 'BUCKWILD' is a new series that follows a group of nine young, carefree and adventurous friends who find unique ways to create their own fun. The half-hour, 12-episode series premieres on Thursday, January 3 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT with two back-to-back new episodes....


Matt Groening Set for FUTURAMA's Live-Stream Chat Tonight, 7/11
by Caryn Robbins - July 10, 2012

Join in for the first FUTURAMA Live-Stream Chat With the producers and talent from the Emmy-Award(R) winning series, tonight, July 11 at 10:30 P.M. Matt Groening, David X. Cohen, Billy West, John DiMaggio and Maurice LaMarche are all on tap for the half-hour discussion....


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 ...


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....


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....


Nickelodeon's iCARLY is Basic Cable's Top Entertainment Program This Week
by Caryn Robbins - January 24, 2012

Nickelodeon's iCARLY scored the top entertainment telecast for the week (1/16-1/22/12) with a new episode titled 'iToe Fat Cakes,' (Saturday, Jan. 21 at 8p.m. ET/PT), drawing 4.8 million viewers (up +62% over last year's time period)....


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....


STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - Andy Richter Guest Stars on Tonight's HOT IN CLEVELAND
by Caryn Robbins - April 11, 2012

Actor-comedian and Conan O'Brien sidekick Andy Richter guest stars on tonight's episode of TV Land's HOT IN CLEVELAND. In the half-hour comedy, Richter appears as a priest to whom Valerie Bertinelli's Melanie goes to in order to confess and ask for guidance on helping her friend Joy (Jane Leeves)....


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. ...


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)....


TV One to Premiere Original Series BELLE'S, Feat. Keith David, on 2/1
by Tyler Peterson - January 10, 2013

A heaping order of family and laughter are on the menu when TV One premieres its latest original scripted series Belle's, a new comedy centered around widower William 'Big Bill' Cooper who owns and operates his family's upscale soul food restaurant, on Friday, February 1, 2013 at 10:00 pm EST on 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....






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