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The Kentucky Derby is a horse race that is held annually in Louisville, Kentucky, United States, on the first Saturday in May, capping the two-week-long Kentucky Derby Festival. NBC currently broadcasts it in its entirely along with pre- and post-show features.

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Vermont to Welcome BALLETS WITH A TWIST for Spruce Peak Premiere, 9/19
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2015

On Saturday, September 19, 2015, at 7:30 pm, the Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center presents the Vermont debut of New York City's Ballets with a Twist in Mint Julep and Other Spirited Dances....


NBC Sports to Air Running of the 140TH PREAKNESS STAKES, 5/16
by Caryn Robbins - May 13, 2015

Kentucky Derby winner American Pharoah leads the field as the NBC Sports Group presents 6.5 hours of coverage of the 140th running of the Preakness Stakes,...


NBC Sports to Air Running of the 140TH PREAKNESS STAKES, Today
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2015

Kentucky Derby winner American Pharoah leads the field as the NBC Sports Group presents 6.5 hours of coverage of the 140th running of the Preakness Stakes,...


Bar of the Week: POUNDS & OUNCES NYC PUB in Chelsea
by BWW Features - April 19, 2015

Pounds & Ounces NYC Pub in the Chelsea neighborhood is our bar of the week. We love their food and beverage program featuring excellent drinks and small plates by Executive Chef, Margaret LaVetty....


Esquire Network Unveils Dynamic Programming Slate with 4 New Series
by Caryn Robbins - May 07, 2015

Esquire Network today announced four original series in development for 2015. Adding to its existing aggressive content strategy, the NBCUniversal lifestyle and entertainment cable network continues its momentum by offering diverse and unique programming that appeals and resonates with the upscale, ...


Vermont Welcomes BALLETS WITH A TWIST for Spruce Peak Premiere Tonight
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2015

Tonight, September 19, 2015, at 7:30 pm, the Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center presents the Vermont debut of New York City's Ballets with a Twist in Mint Julep and Other Spirited Dances....


NBX Sports Announces 10-Year Media Extension with BREEDERS' CUP
by Caryn Robbins - October 30, 2014

The Breeders' Cup and the NBC Sports Group today announced an unprecedented 10-year media rights partnership extension that will keep the Breeders' Cup on NBC and NBCSN through 2025...


Vermont Welcomes BALLETS WITH A TWIST for Spruce Peak Premiere Tonight
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2015

Tonight, September 19, 2015, at 7:30 pm, the Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center presents the Vermont debut of New York City's Ballets with a Twist in Mint Julep and Other Spirited Dances....


NBC Sports Announces Coverage of the 146th BELMONT STAKES
by Caryn Robbins - May 28, 2014

NBC Sports Group presents 16 hours of programming surrounding the 146th Belmont Stakes - more than double the number of hours initially scheduled - beginning next Wednesday, June 4....


Smithsonian Premieres 50th State of AERIAL AMERICA Tonight
by TV News Desk - June 07, 2015

Mission accomplished! The most expansive aerial series in the history of U.S. television has completed its epic quest to capture all 50 states from the air....


Ferdinand's Ball Gala to Return 4/30 to the Muhammad Ali Center
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2015

The sixth annual Ferdinand's Ball gala will kick off the Derby party season this year on Thursday, April 30. For the first time, Ferdinand's Ball will serve as a joint fundraiser for the gala's venue, the Muhammad Ali Center, and Old Friends Equine Retirement Facility. This is the event's third year...


Johnny Weir & Tara Lipinski to Take Over NBC Sports' Social Media During Derby Week
by Tyler Peterson - April 27, 2015

 To build on NBC and NBCSN's coverage of the Kentucky Derby, NBC Sports Group will present around-the-clock coverage of Derby week across all social media platforms, featuring  NBC Sports Group's fashion and lifestyle experts and social media mavens Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski....


TRAVERS STAKES Airs Saturday on NBC
by Tyler Peterson - August 27, 2015

 American Pharoah, Thoroughbred racing's 12th Triple Crown winner, is set to return to the track this Saturday, August 29, at Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, N.Y.,  in the $1.6 million Travers Stakes for 3-year-olds at 4 p.m. ET on NBC. The 146th running of the Travers is the highlight of ...


NBC Sports Coverage of 147th BELMONT STAKES Begins 6/5
by Caryn Robbins - June 02, 2015

Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes winner American Pharoah runs for history, aiming to become the first Triple Crown winner since Affirmed in 1978, as NBC Sports Group presents the 147th Belmont Stakes...


Palace Malice Headlines WHITNEY INVITATIONAL at Saratoga on NBC Today
by TV News Desk - August 02, 2014

The Whitney broadcast is the fifth of 11 programs in the Challenge Series leading to the Breeders' Cup World Championships on NBC and NBCSN...


Columbus Jazz Musicians to be Inducted Into Lincoln Theatre Walk of Fame
by Tyler Peterson - June 29, 2015

Jazz organist Bobby Floyd, jazz saxophonist Carl Sally, and jazz vocalist Nancy Wilson will take their place on the Lincoln Theatre Walk of Fame in an induction ceremony on Saturday, July 25, at 7 pm. Sponsored by the State Auto Insurance Companies, the event is free and open to the public....


NBC Airs BELMONT STAKES Tonight
by TV News Desk - June 07, 2014

Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes winner California Chrome runs for history, aiming to become the first Triple Crown winner since Affirmed in 1978, as NBC Sports Group presents 16 hours of programming surrounding the 146th Belmont Stakes – more than double the number of hours initially scheduled....


Arizona Opera to Open 2015-16 Season with Premiere of ARIZONA LADY
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2015

Arizona Opera opens its 2015/16 Season as the first U.S. opera company to present the comic operetta Arizona Lady....


Over 16 Million Viewers Tune In for NBC's Coverage of KENTUCKY DERBY
by Caryn Robbins - May 05, 2015

NBC Sports' coverage of American Pharoah's down-to-the-wire victory in Saturday's 141st Kentucky Derby averaged 16.0 million viewers – up 4% from last year (15.3 million for California Chrome's victory), according to final data provided by The Nielsen Company....


Smithsonian Channel Greenlights New Series SPORTS DETECTIVES
by Caryn Robbins - July 14, 2015

SPORTS DETECTIVES, comprised of six one-hour episodes, is scheduled to premiere in 2016...


Photo Flash: Nancy Sinatra, Tona Danza and More Attend Peter Max's Frank Sinatra Portrait Exhibition
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2015

On Monday, March 2nd, pop art icon Peter Max showcased a series of 27 portraits of Frank Sinatra throughout his esteemed 50-year career. The exhibition was attended by Nancy Sinatra, and her daughter Amanda Erlinger and kicked-off the yearlong celebrations being held around the world for Frank Sinat...


NBC Sports Airs BREEDERS' CUP CHALLENGE SERIES Tonight
by TV News Desk - June 13, 2015

The first automatic berth into the $5 million Breeders' Cup Classic is on the line Today evening at Churchill Downs in the Stephen Foster Handicap, which will be televised live on NBCSN...


Ashley Judd to Narrate NBC's KENTUCKY DERBY Show Open Tomorrow
by Tyler Peterson - May 01, 2015

 Kentucky-native and well-known actress Ashley Judd will be the voice of the show open for the Kentucky Derby this Saturday, May 2 on NBC....


NBC SPORTS CHAMPIONSHIP SEASON Front & Center This Weekend
by Tyler Peterson - June 03, 2015

“NBC Sports Championship Season” coverage takes center stage this weekend with numerous high-profile events including the 147th Belmont Stakes featuring Triple Crown contender American Pharoah, Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Chicago Blackhawks and Tampa Bay Lightning, the Women's and Me...


Josh Groban Coming to Detroit's Fox Theatre in October
by Tyler Peterson - April 16, 2015

Multi-platinum recording artist Josh Groban has announced that he will launch a Fall 2015 North American tour in support of his upcoming album Stages. The tour, produced by Live Nation, will perform at the Fox Theatre on Friday, October 9 at 8 p.m. “The Stages Tour” will visit specially selected the...






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