ABC is No. 1 on Monday Across All Key Women Demographics
For the 15th Consecutive Week – Every Week of the Summer
ABC’s “Bachelor Pad” Draws its Largest Audience Since its Debut,
While Hitting Series Highs Among Women 18-34 and Women 25-54
“Dating in the Dark” Ranks Second at 10pm Against CBS and NBC
in Adults 18-49, While Taking the Top Spot Among Women 18-49
Monday Night (8:00-11:00 p.m.)
With its lineup of “Bachelor Pad” and “Dating in the Dark,” ABC was No. 1 on Monday across all key Women demographics: Women18-34 (2.4/7), Women 18-49 (2.6/7) and Women 25-54 (3.0/8). In fact, ABC ranked No. 1 across each of the key Women demos for the 15th consecutive Monday, every week of the summer.
“Bachelor Pad” (8:00-10:00 p.m.)
Drawing its largest audience (6.2 million) since its series debut, ABC’s “Bachelor Pad” hit series highs among Women 18-34 and Women 25-54 (tie). The freshman unscripted series won its 2-hour time period across each of the key Women demos: W18-34 (2.8/8), W18-49 (3.0/8) and W25-54 (3.5/9), leading its time period for the 4th consecutive week among Women 18-49 and Women 25-54.
“Dating in the Dark” (10:00-11:00 p.m.)
ABC’s “Dating in the Dark” took second place to its CBS and NBC competition in the hour among Adults 18-49 (1.5/4), beating NBC’s “Dateline” by 15% (1.3/4). ABC ranked No. 1 in the hour among the broadcast networks in Women 18-49 (2.0/6).
* ABC’s “Dating in the Dark” saw gains over the prior week of 5% in Total Viewers (3.9 million vs. 3.7 million) and 7% in Adults 18-49 (1.5/4 vs. 1.4/4).
A note about increasing DVR penetration and year-to-year rating comparisons: Year-to-year rating comparisons based on the Live + Same Day data stream are distorted by the level of DVR penetration in the Nielsen sample, which has jumped up to 37% currently, from 32% at the same point in 2009. More viewers are watching shows on their own timetables, which may not be reflected in the overnight next day numbers. The only truly valid year-to-year comparison would be one based on the Live + 7 Day metric, once those stats are released by Nielsen.
Source: Nielsen Media Research (Fast Affiliate Live + Same Day Ratings), 8/30/10.
Quick Take for Monday, August 23, 2010
(Fast Affiliate Live + Same Day Ratings)
ABC is No. 1 on Monday in Adults 18-49 Among the Major Nets for the 12th Consecutive Week and Up on the Year-Ago Night for the 4th Week in a Row
ABC’s “Bachelor Pad” is No. 1 in its Time Period and Stands as
Monday’s No. 1 Program Among Key Women Demos
“Dating in the Dark” is Up Week to Week and Over ABC’s Year-Ago
10pm Performance in Both Total Viewers and Adults 18-49
Monday Night (8:00-11:00 p.m.)
With its lineup of “Bachelor Pad” and “Dating in the Dark,” ABC ranked No. 1 on Monday among the major networks in Adults 18-49 (1.9/5-tie) for the 12th consecutive week. ABC was a solid No. 1 overall, topping NBC with its broadcast of the “2010 Miss Universe Pageant”, across all key Women demographics: W18-34 (2.4/7), Women 18-49 (2.6/7) and Women 25-54 (2.9/7).
• ABC improved on the same Monday last summer (8/24/09) by 46% in Adults 18-49 (1.9/5 vs. 1.3/4), up year to year for the 4th Monday in a row and for the 10th time on the last 11 weeks.
“Bachelor Pad” (8:00-10:00 p.m.)
“Bachelor Pad” posted week-to-week increases of 7% in Total Viewers (5.9 million vs. 5.5 million) and 5% in Adults 18-49 (2.0/6 vs. 1.9/6). The freshman unscripted series won its 2-hour time period for the 3rd week in a row among Women 18-49 (2.9/8) and Women 25-54 (3.2/8).
• “Bachelor Pad” was Monday’s No. 1 TV program in Women 18-34 (2.7/8) and 18-49 (2.9/8-tie).
• “Bachelor Pad” improved on ABC’s year-ago performance in the time period by 2.2 million viewers (5.9 million vs. 3.7 million) and by 43% in Adults 18-49 (2.0/6 vs. 1.4/4).
“Dating in the Dark” (10:00-11:00 p.m.)
ABC’s “Dating in the Dark” saw gains over the prior week by 11% in Total Viewers (4.1 million vs. 3.7 million) and by 7% in Adults 18-49 (1.6/4 vs. 1.5/4).
• “Dating in the Dark” was up over ABC’s year-ago time period performance in Total Viewers (+17% - 4.1 million vs. 3.5 million) and Adults 18-49 (+60% - 1.6/4 vs. 1.0/3).
A note about increasing DVR penetration and year-to-year rating comparisons: Year-to-year rating comparisons based on the Live + Same Day data stream are distorted by the level of DVR penetration in the Nielsen sample, which has jumped up to 37% currently, from 32% at the same point in 2009. More viewers are watching shows on their own timetables, which may not be reflected in the overnight next day numbers. The only truly valid year-to-year comparison would be one based on the Live + 7 Day metric, once those stats are released by Nielsen.
Source: Nielsen Media Research (Fast Affiliate Live + Same Day Ratings), 8/23/10.
Contacts: Jeff Lindsey (818) 460-5095 jeffrey.s.lindsey@disney.com / Pons Rongavilla (818) 460-5615 ponciano.rongavilla@disney.com . Susan Sewell (212) 456-1508 susan.l.sewell@disney.com
-- ABC --
By Liz Fuller
GateHouse News Service
Posted Aug 19, 2010 @ 01:11 PM
Hingham —
When Todd Newton decided to move his family from Los Angeles to Hingham, he didn’t expect such a warm welcome. “Everyone has been so nice to us,” he said. “The people of Hingham have been spectacular to me.”
Newton, who spent many years working as a host for the cable network channel, E! Entertainment Television, along with his ex-wife, Silver, made a joint decision to raise their two children somewhere other than Hollywood.
“We just didn’t think it was the environment for our kids,” Newton explained. Silver made a list of five top cities that she felt would provide the children with a down-to-earth childhood and stellar education, and Boston was at the top of the list. Silver made a trip to Boston to look at towns surrounding the city and came upon Hingham.
“She called me and said she had found the town where she wanted us to live,” Newton recaleld. “She said, ‘It’s a little town called Hingham, it’s on the water. This is it.’ So here we are.”
The family moved to town just before Christmas last year. Newton said that when they arrived there was a big snowstorm. “I’m sure that everyone here thought that was a big pain, but we loved it. We hadn’t seen snow in so long.”
Despite the fact that he and Silver are divorced, they are very close friends and only want the best for their children. Newton said that they decided to work as a united front and are both hands-on with the children. “It is important for us to co-parent,” he said. “What’s best for the children? Seeing us getting along and working together or just trying to stay together?” Newton said that he and Silver made the decision to always live within a few miles of each other so that the children are never far away from either parent. Newton expressed his love for his children by saying, “They are the reason I am alive.”
Newton has been involved in hosting many game shows in Los Angeles, such as Whammy!: The All New Press Your Luck, Gameshow Marathon on CBS, Performing As...on FOX, Made in the USA on the USA Network, and has been a host on the Home Shopping Network. Newton also hosts The Price Is Right Live!, which is a live version of the famous TV game show at Bally's Las Vegas. “The Price Is Right Live! is the number one matinee on the strip,” he said. “I have fallen in love with Las Vegas. It has top-notch entertainment and restaurants.”
He is currently the host of a new game show called Family Game Night which is on the Discovery Kids network. “Discovery Kids is going to change to a new network called The Hub Network,” Newton explained. “It will debut on Oct. 10.” Newton said he is very proud of the game shows he has hosted. “The shows are suitable for all audiences. They are quality television. I am so, so excited and so grateful,” he said.
Newton has still more to be proud of. As a certified life coach and clinical hypnotherapist, he knows how to get results. His positive attitude and friendly demeanor are infectious. Newton has been dubbed “America’s Life Coach” as a result of his coaching success. With his business partner, Laura Kronen, a top lifestyle stylist, he has presented his words of wisdom at seminars around the country and continues to encourage people to live the best life they can by using positive thinking. “The way you think, the words you choose are very important,” Newton said. “By using words of power each day, you will feel different at the end of the day. Your breathing is slower, your energy increased, and your sleep is improved.”
Newton created a new live show last year entitled Hypnotastic, which, he says, is a Vegas-style casino show. “It’s a stage hypnosis extravaganza,” he said. Newton is taking his show on the road in the next couple of weeks and was planning a show for his new town on August 21. “We’ve had a scheduling conflict with the venue we wanted to use,” he explained. “So the show is being postponed. We will definitely hold a show in the Boston area by the end of the year and all of my Hingham friends will be invited.” Newton said that because he is a trained life coach and clinical hypnotist, he knows how to put on the perfect show. “I know how to build anticipation and create excitement,” he said. “I will astonish and electrify audiences in each city.”
Growing up in St. Louis, Newton said he never wanted to move to Los Angeles to be an actor or be famous. He just wanted to entertain audiences. He mentioned that his grandmother was a comedienne during World War II and had performed with Phyllis Diller. “It’s how she made an audience feel,” Newton said. “I wanted to do that, too.”
Newton said that being the host of a game show helps him to do just that. “I get to share moments with contestants,” he said. “I can give them life-changing sums of money. I see the looks on their faces, the tears, their hands shaking, hear what they’re saying. Those are incredible moments.” He also said the schedule of a game show host is much different than people may think. “We can shoot a whole week’s worth of shows in one day. I just shoot a show, go back and change my clothes, shoot another show, change my clothes again. The entire season can be completed in a matter of weeks.”
The flexible schedule allows Newton to work on his other endeavors, including a syndicated radio show that he hosts called Life Radio with Todd Newton (www.voiceamerica.com). He said he recently interviewed his game show idol Bob Barker. When he asked Barker what his definition is for success, Barker said, “It’s doing what you love to do.” Newton is certainly doing that.
For more information about Todd Newton, visit his official web site www.toddnewtononline.com.
The Style Network's new docu-series, Mel B: It's a Scary World starring pop star/TV personality and author, Mel B (formerly Scary Spice) and Blair Late celebrity stylist and performer opens September 5 at 9p directly following the season two premiere of Jerseylicious at 8p. In each of the ten episodes, cameras follow Mel B as she powers through her hectic life as a performer, wife and mom of two young girls. Studio Lambert produces the series.
Some early points on ABC’s Monday night, ahead of the regular press release.
With the series debut of Bachelor Pad and the season premiere of Dating in the Dark, ABC won Monday night in Adults 18-49, beating CBS by 11%, Fox by 40% and NBC by 50%. In fact it was ABC’s 10th straight Monday to deliver the #1 position on the evening in the key young adult sales demo.
-ABC was up over the same Monday last summer (8/10/09) by 14% in Total Viewers and by 50% in Adults 18-49.
The series debut of Bachelor Pad won its 2-hour time period among Adults 18-49, making ABC the #1 network on Monday from 8-10pm on 11 of 11 weeks this summer. The new summer series gained young adult audience from its first hour to its second hour (+10%).
-Bachelor Pad dominated its time period and stood as Monday’s #1 TV show among key Women demographics. (W18-34/W18-49).
During the 10 o’clock hour, ABC’s season premiere of Dating in the Dark bested its CBS and NBC competition by 20% each in Adults 18-49.
-Rossi Morreale's Dating in the Dark greatly improved the time period for ABC over the same night last year among Total Viewers (+36%) and Adults 18-49 (+80%). The ABC unscripted series was also up from its performance in the 9 o’clock hour on the year-ago night by 6% with young adults.
ET is excited to announce that Rossi Morreale is a married man!
Rossi Morreale: 'I'm Dating in the Dark No More' -
http://www.etonline.com/news/2010/08/89909/index.html
Review of Rossi Morreale's Dating in the Dark on ABC in US Weekly Magazine. Show airs tonight!!!
http://www.usmagazine.com/moviestvmusic/news/review--dating-in-the-dark-201028
Access Hollywood gives you a sneak peek of Rossi Morreale's Dating in the Dark! -
http://preview3.accesshollywood.com/tv/dish-of-salt-lauras-dating-in-the-dark-blind-date_video_1242215
ExpressNightout.com takes on ABC's Dating in The Dark w/Rossi Morreale! Read the review below -
http://www.expressnightout.com/content/2010/08/dating-in-the-dark-season-two-abc.php
AOL, The Jonas Group and MGX Lab, along with found partners including JCPenney Focus, launch Cambio online ( www.cambio.com ), a new teen-targeted online entertainment network offering original programming and interactive social network components. Cambio is a free site that offers a daily show, series, specials and pop culture and entertainment news. The site's programming aims to feature teen-centric products "in an informative way." JCPenney is serving as the exclusive retailer of the site's style-focused how-to show, Cambio Style. The JCPenney partnership also includes four specials, one of which will be an ambush makeover special. Additional partners include Bayer Diabetes Care, which will be involved in short-term projects such as sponsorship during November (National Diabetes Awareness Month) of Cambio Cares, a twice a month show focusing on celebrities doing good things. Cambio's programming slate includes:
* Cambio Connect - a daily show from Hollywood hosted by Quddus (MTV) and featuring celebrity news, interviews, performances and event coverage.
* Cambio Cares - a social-responsibility themed series focusing on celebrities trying to make a difference for various causes.
* Cambio Goes Home - the show follows artists to their childhood home and explore their neighborhoods and meet their friends. The first episodes feature singer Jordin Sparks and Matthew Morrison (Glee).
* Cambio Style - Hosted by Taryn Brooks is the fashion trend series sponsored by JCPenney - featuring celebrity stylists and hair/make-up artists offering demonstrations and new styles hosted by Taryn Brooks
* Road Dogs - follow the Jonas Brothers and their softball team as they compete against local teams nationwide and during their down time.
* Cambio Specials - these will cover events via live stream, miniseries and live chats. Specials include: Warned tour behind the scenes with We The Kings, Nick Jonas in London, Demi Lovato's South American Tour and live chats with the cast of Camp Rock.
* Cambio Shorts - behind the scenes celebrity interviews and outtakes and artist generated video.
Melanie Brown and Blair Late shop on Larchmont together while being filmed for a reality TV show – July/21/2010 – 33 HQ pictures
http://myfavouritecelebrity.com/2010/07/22/melanie-brown-and-a-friend-shop-on-larchmont-together-while-being-filmed-for-a-reality-tv-show-july212010-33-hq-pictures/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=melanie-brown-and-a-friend-shop-on-larchmont-together-while-being-filmed-for-a-reality-tv-show-july212010-33-hq-pictures
NEW YORK - JULY 14: Media personality Lenay Dunn attends the alice + olivia by Stacey Bendet M.A.C. Cosmetics collection launch at Beauty Bar on July 14, 2010 in New York City.
http://www.life.com/image/102908895
HUFFINGTON POST
Posted: July 13, 2010 02:09 PM
Nicole Richie and LA's Young Hot Finest Pack the Penthouse, AKA Room 64
So what did happen in the notorious Penthouse 64 you ask?
Nicole Richie & Monet Mazur (Both L.A. natives) came to the CARRERA Sunglasses Escape in Hollywood on Saturday while fiancé Joel Madden continued his European tour - they got Alternative Apparel t-shirts with Carrera-themed images silk screened on the front. Vienna Girardi showed with friends and got COVERGIRL makeovers in a side room. 90210 star Shanae Grimes also got a shirt done. New Moon's Xavier Samuel and Weeds star Hunter Parrish had guests doing double takes when the blonde lookalikes showed up to the CARRERA Sunglasses Escape in Hollywood on Saturday. Jack Osbourne showed up for a mellow evening and spent the night in the private Lancaster lounge drinking soda water.
Last night The A List and LFB Media Group hosted the sunglass brand Carrera's Escape party up at the Chateau to promote their shades. We saw a lot of friends, celebs, beautiful skyline and got some pretty cool t-shirts made. Went down stairs for dinner around 9pm where we were waited upon by a Chateau waiter who was fully obsessive compulsive and actually came by to "straighten" my silver wear at one point and bullied us into all ordering the same beverage. Then when the bill came he asked us if we wanted him to put it on three different checks. We said it was fine and we would just split it - he then brought 3 checks with the entire meal including gratuity split three ways. The bill literally read 1/3 shrimp cocktail - $5.44, 1/3 salad chicken added - $4.83, 1/3 gratuity included 15% - $11.87. Weird! I have never seen anything like that! Have you??
Then the MOST interesting thing happened! Ladies exiting the ladies room were slipping a bit more than usually on that one patch where the wood meets the foyer tiles ... after about the 5th girl ate it in front of our table, we investigated the situation ourselves and found the spot to be particularly slippery and suggested to one of the staff that they throw a towel or some flour on the spot. He laughed and said "no no we keep it that way on purpose hoping to get a show!!" Huh? Is it possible the Chateau would risk the hundreds of potential lawsuits out of boredom at their jobs? If there was a hotel who dare (and who could probably get away with it) its the Chateau!
Upstairs at the party, tight quarters were packed with Carrera gift bags, Alternative apparel silk screening, Cover Girl touch up rooms, the tattooed chef working away in the service sized kitchen of the penthouse - locally known as room 64 - and lots of party goers.
Elsewhere in LA Saturday night - Julian Schnabel talked about Dennis Hopper (RIP) at MOCA downtown and Becca Midwood unveiled new art for The Daily Truffle at her gallery opening in Bergamont Station.
What we drank: Sangria, Grapefruit Spritzer, Champagne and Pellegrino
What we ate: Mini hamburgers, fish sticks, chocolate truffles etc!
Gift Bags: Sunblock, cover girl makeup, Cafe Bustelo coffee, Carrera towel, sunblock and more sunblock !
Thanks to the sponsors ~ CARRERA Sunglasses Escape, Lancaster, COVERGIRL, Alternative Apparel, Cafe Bustelo!
Who we saw: Friends, lovers and colleagues included: Lots of LA natives from Beverly, Crossroads, Harvard-Westlake, Brentwood and Oakwood including Nicole Richie, Monet Mazur, John Stalberg (Crossroads) & Linnea Gibson Stalberg, Yosi Sergant, Ashlee Margolis (The A List) & Dan Fishman, Nola Singer, Lauren Brokaw (The Daily Truffle), Kari Feinstein (FMPR), Caroline Roman, Kevin Parker (Harvard Westlake), RJ Williams (Crossroads), Jack Osbourne, jewelry designer Anita Ko, Mcnair Zimbalist (Brentwood), and more friends art consultant Will Koppleman, Adrian Muzinich, Brent Bolthouse, actress Eva Amurri (daughter of Susan Sarandon and Italian director Franco Amurri), Erin Lucas (daughter of AC/DC bass guitarist Cliff Williams, cast member on The Hills and host for Current TV), Tamsin Lonsdale (Supper Club founder), Carly Steel, Jeanie Lim, Carlos Lopez (Neverwood High), DJ Ana Calderon, publicist turned manager Ami Zvi, Jessie Rubin, Blake Wassenaar (The A List), Samaire Armstong, Louise Roe (Olivia's competition at ELLE.com on The City), Bachelor girl Vienna Girardi, Shanae Grimes (90210), actor Xavier Samuel (New Moon), Karla Braun, Cory Kennedy, actress Sara Paxton, Kelli McKee, Rory Will, Lady Victoria Hervey, Lara shiftman with her little baby early on in the evening, Levin Rambin, Angie Banacki, Rachel Krupa, Markus Molanari (Katy Perry's BBF), Blaine Zuckerman (was at Teen vogue now People), Daniel Landver, Cojo, producer Alex Avant, Brett Ruttenberg, hair stylist Byron Williams, Cade Hudson, agent Cameron Mitchell, Cary Levine, Jenn Betts, Sarah Warda and Luke Hertzog, manager Michael Baum (clients include Nicole Richie), publicist Nicole Perna, Slate Pr's Robin Baum, Jimmy Choo publicist Sara Riff, stylist George Kotsiopoulos, actor Hunter Parrish (Weeds), Lawrence Longo, Michael Baruch, BJ Panda Bear, manager Sean Fay, Amber Lancaster, Ben Lyons, Bobby Campo, former NBA player Jalen Rose, Jarred Harris (Mad Men), Lynn Collins (Wolverine) and Taryn Manning.
Oh yeah - and that guy who walks around Sunset dressed like Jesus (beard, gladiators, tassels and all) who is semi-violent ... he was walking around on Sunset in front of the hotel - not actually at the party lol. He's becoming more famous than the Beverly hills roller skater or Harry Perry - the turban wearing guitar skater in Venice.
Ana Cabán's Latest Newsletter---------------------
Hola amigos,
Summer is in full swing and I am loving it! I am keeping myself busy with new projects and family fun. My son, Vincent, turns two in September and party plans are already in the works.
anaLast Wednesday I hosted my fabulous La Buena Life 1 Day Retreat at Glen Ivy Hot Springs, in Corona, CA. It was a great day thanks to the AMAZING women that attended it. We started our day of getting to know each other and discussing why each guest had chosen to take time out for herself. These women are power players, super moms and wonder women. They understand that if their batteries are fried they have nothing to give to others. So they happily joined me for my retreat.
After we set our intentions for the day we headed off to the green for my Signature Pilates Mat Class. It was a sunny, hot morning, so in addition to a great workout we all got a little tan, too. The day proceeded with discussions about how to balance our lives and make time for family, fitness, work and fun. We enjoyed a lovely catered lunch in our cabana and enjoyed each other's company. I'd have to say that the highlight of the day was our "de-tox" session.
It was a 3-step communal process which included soaking in a steaming mineral bath, from a natural hot spring, covering ourselves in natural red clay, (mined from a nearby mountain), letting it dry and sloughing it off and lastly, entering "the grotto" where we received a moisturizing aloe treatment. When we finished we were completely rejuvenated and de-toxed with smooth, soft skin. ¡Qué fabuloso!
After our "de-tox" my guests had the opportunity to enjoy the property on their own, soak in the various pools, lie under the palm trees, read and relax. We ended the day back in our cabana, where we reflected on the day and our commitment to creating mini-retreats for ourselves, once back home.
It was a fantastic time. However, don't fret if you missed the opportunity to spaned the day with me, I will be offering plenty of other opportunities for us to connect in the very near future!
-Ana Cabán
Watch Gretchen Rossi being painted by Montreal Actress and Artist Elisabetta Fatone as part of her Blonde Icons Series.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=As6T-TSlsSg
http://www.elisabetta.ca/
Check out these Getty Images of Erin Lucas out and about!
http://www.gettyimages.com/Search/Search.aspx?contractUrl=2&language=en-US&family=editorial&p=erin%20lucas&assetType=image
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: NHRA Communications, (626) 914-4761
Disrupt/ive Studios, (310) 574-5950
NHRA MediaCenter Online: http://media.nhra.com
HOSTS STEVE WATSON & SARAH KARGES JOIN NHRA UNLEASHED ON FOX SPORTS NET
GLENDORA, Calif. (June 7, 2010) — Two high-profile television personalities have signed on to serve as co-hosts of NHRA Unleashed, which will be featured nationwide on Fox Sports Net in November and December 2010.
Steve Watson, current host of HGTV’s “Don’t Sweat It,” and Sarah Karges, who just finished hosting Brain Rush on Cartoon Network, will lead the half-hour shows produced by Disrupt/ive Studios at the upcoming four NHRA Unleashed events.
Watson, a hobbyist racer and self described “gear-head” noted, “I’m thrilled to be working with Disrupt/ive Studios and the NHRA on this exciting new series. I cannot wait to get out to the tracks, feel the horsepower, and meet America’s greatest grass roots racers at NHRA Unleashed!”
Karges, no stranger to extreme sports and live television events remarked, “I am excited and thrilled to be part of this series. This show is a perfect fit for my adrenaline pumped personality and I am ready to get down and dirty on the NHRA Unleashed race tracks!”
The first NHRA Unleashed event is this weekend, June 11-13 at Atlanta Dragway in Commerce, Ga. Two half-hour shows will be produced from each of the four NHRA Unleashed events at Atlanta Dragway in Commerce, Ga. (June 11-13), O’Reilly Raceway Park at Indianapolis (Aug. 6-8, 2010), National Trail Raceway near Columbus, Ohio (Sept. 10-12) and Gainesville Raceway in Gainesville, Fla. (Nov. 5-7).
NHRA Unleashed will air on Sundays, beginning Nov. 7, at 10:30 a.m. as part of the automotive block on Fox Sports Net’s owned and operated regional networks nationwide. The eight-episode television event will conclude the last Sunday of the year, Dec. 26. NHRA Unleashed will air in a minimum of 75 million households through Fox Sports Net’s regions throughout the United States.
The series producers Disrupt/ive Studios, led by Jack Schaeffer and Stephen Pullin have produced the popular PINKSTM, PINKS ALL-OUTTM and PINKS ALL OUTTAKESTM shows
For the first time in television history, NHRA Unleashed will bring to the screen an in-depth look at the outlaw racing classes’ true adrenaline addicts as they pack 2,000 horsepower in a standard production chassis. Each program will take the audience deep into the personal backgrounds of some of NHRA’s most passionate drivers, as hundreds of weekend warriors journey to NHRA Unleashed to win a coveted Wally® trophy.
The NHRA Unleashed events also will feature casting auditions for “Who Wants to be a Race Car Driver?” a new reality series searching for America’s next great professional race car driver. Interested participants attending the event will be ushered through interviews and on-camera auditions for the new series currently in development. Those selected for the show will prove that they have the drive, ambition and desire to become the next great race car driver.
Tickets are now being sold for the first NHRA Unleashed event scheduled for Atlanta Dragway, June 11-13 and O’Reilly Raceway Park at Indianapolis, Aug. 6-8. For more information log on to: http://www.nhra.com/multimedia/unleashed.aspx.
Headquartered in Glendora, Calif., NHRA has 80,000 members and 140 member tracks worldwide. As the primary sanctioning body for the sport of drag racing in the United States, NHRA presents 23 national events featuring the NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series, NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series and NHRA Get Screened America Pro Mod Drag Racing Series. Two NHRA-sanctioned bracket racing series provide competition opportunities for drivers of all levels: the NHRA Summit Racing Series and the NHRA Drags: Street Legal Style presented by AAA. NHRA also offers the Jr. Drag Racing League for youth ages 8 to 17. In addition, NHRA owns and operates five racing facilities: Gainesville Raceway in Florida; Atlanta Dragway in Georgia; National Trail Raceway in Ohio; O’Reilly Raceway Park at Indianapolis; and Auto Club Raceway at Pomona in Southern California. For more information, log on to NHRA.com, or visit the official NHRA pages on Facebook, YouTube and Twitter.
Disrupt/ive Studios Inc, is a full service media production and television development studio based in Los Angeles, CA. Disrupt/ive Studios was founded in 2008 by Jack Schaeffer and Stephen Pullin to expand on its affiliate company, Pullin Television, Inc.’s ability to create innovative media properties, live event series and television programming with active and loyal audiences. Pullin Television, established in 2004, has produced all five seasons of the breakaway hit series PINKS ™, three seasons of PINKS ALL OUTTAKES™ and is in production on its fourth season of the highly acclaimed PINKS ALL OUT™ for Speed Channel, Inc. www.disruptivestudios.tv.
-30-
Sandra Sanchez is featured on Huffington Post's website here:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/jennifer-grayson/hot-rich-green-pick-your_b_589841.html#s93587
MTV JUMPSTARTS THE WEEKEND WITH CELEB-DRIVEN ORIGINAL PROGRAMMING DEDICATED TO POP-CULTURE STARTING SATURDAY, MAY 1ST AT 11:00AM ET/PT
MTV Saturdays Are the New Destination for Exciting Original Programming and Returning Series
NEW YORK (April 13, 2010) MTV will jumpstart weekend television when it introduces celeb-driven original programming that embraces everything pop culture in a new Saturday block. Premiering Saturday, May 1st at 11:00AM ET/PT, MTV Saturdays are the new weekend destination for riveting programming that will include two new weekly series' "When I Was 17" and "10 on Top," and a special four hour block of all-new episodes of the ground-breaking, Emmy Award winning series "Made."
The new MTV Saturday programming line-up is as follows:
"When I Was 17" (11:00AM ET/PT)
Ever wonder what your favorite celebrity was like as a teenager? In this funny and enlightening new series, each episode will focus on the lives of three uniquely different celebrities. We'll explore their family life, friendships, romantic relationships, part-time jobs and the things they did, or didn't do, to get them to where they are today. "When I Was 17" is an instant nostalgia trip looking back at pop culture from the year each star was 17, as they reminisce about their favorite music, movies, and TV shows growing up. This new series will let viewer's see how their favorite stars experiences at 17 were just like theirs.
"MTV's 10 on Top" (11:30AM ET/PT)
"10 on Top" is a half hour countdown of the Top 10 most texted and talked about young celebs of the week. Hosted by Lenay Dunn, viewers will get the very latest on their favorite superstar entertainers, what deals they landed, whose hearts they broke and whose star is shining brightest. Plus we'll introduce the latest must see bands and deliver exclusive behind-the-scenes footage from the hottest movies, TV shows and video shoots. Engaging fans in what they care about the most, this new series promises to become the weekly destination for MTV's savvy, pop-loving, Tweet-happy audience.
"MTV's MADE Presents: Kiss & Tell: The Do's and Don'ts of Dating" (12:00PM ET/PT)
The experts of Kiss & Tell teach an insecure high school boy how to become a more confident and romantically successful individual. Viewers will also hear firsthand from teenage girls about what they look for in a boyfriend.
"MADE" (1:00 4:00PM ET/PT)
From figure skating to snowboarding to basketball, our teens in this "MADE" block will have to exhibit hard work and determination in order to go from sports duds to sports stars. First, viewers will meet the uncoordinated Breland who wins a trip to the NBA All Star Jam Session with hopes of proving that his game is more than just hoop dreams in "MADE: Basketball Player." Then, in "MADE: Snowboarder," fashionista Ashley is over being trapped indoors and wants to bond with the natives by becoming a stylish shredder on the slopes. Rounding out the block is Raine, a high school senior who despite drama at home, wants to shine in the spotlight and make her family proud by being "MADE" into a figure skater.
"When I Was 17" is executive produced by Dave Sirulnick and Ryan Kroft. Kristine Turschmann is Supervising Producer. Jonathan Mussman is Executive in Charge of Production.
"MTV's 10 on Top" is executive produced by Karen Frank, Steve Tseckares and Amy Doyle for MTV. Brian Saracusa is show-runner (EP). Executive in Charge of Production is Matthew Parillo.
"MADE" was created and is executive produced by Bob Kusbit and Francis Lyons for One Louder Productions. Dave Sirulnick and Tony DiBari are executive producers for MTV. Matthew Parillo is Executive in Charge of Production.
About MTV Network:
MTV is the dynamic, vibrant experiment at the intersection of music, creativity and youth culture. For over 27 years, MTV has evolved, challenged the norm, and detonated boundaries -- giving each new generation a creative outlet and voice that entertains, informs and unites on every platform and screen. On-air, MTV is the number one rated full-day ad-supported cable network for P12-24. Online, MTV.com averaged 8.5 million monthly unique visitors during the first quarter of 2009 -- up +6% from Q4/2008 and up +6% year-over-year. Total video streams for the first quarter of 2009 increased 21% over the same time period last year. And MTV's successful sibling networks MTV2, mtvU and MTV Tr3s each deliver unprecedented customized content, super-serving music fans, college students and young American Latinos like no one else. MTV is part of MTV Networks, a unit of Viacom (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), one of the world's leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms.
"Heads up" which client, Nar Williams, wrote, produced, and hosted last year is an official Honoree of the 14th Annual Webby Awards in the "Variety Show" category! Way to go Nar Williams!
Watch client Patrick Stinson hosting 'Hollywood 411' on TV Guide network. Patrick steps into the hot seat on Wednesday March 31st, as host and reporter for the network's entertainment news program.
FSN And Tennis Channel To Televise More Than 120 Hours Of Tennis
Indian Wells, Calif., Monday, March 8, 2010 – The BNP Paribas Open, the most attended tennis tournament outside of the four major events, will more than double its domestic television coverage for the 2010 event with over 120 hours of live HD programming scheduled, it was announced today by tournament director Steve Simon.
The tournament, to be held March 8-21 at the IndianWellsTennisGarden, will be televised for 34 hours on Fox Sports Net’s (FSN) 19 owned-and-operated regional networks that reach more than 85 million homes across the United States. In addition, Tennis Channel will increase its coverage to nine days and 90 hours of live action, with 70 hours of encore coverage. Cari Champion and the announcing team for FSN will feature three-time Grand Slam champion Lindsay Davenport, former ATP World Tour player Justin Gimelstob, and veteran tennis commentator Sam Gore. Tennis Channel will bring Hall of Famer Tracy Austin to the booth during women’s matches, alongside sportscaster Brett Haber and field reporter Cari Champion. ATP Media’s Jason Goodall, Doug Adler and Robbie Koenig will handle the network’s coverage of the men’s matches in Indian Wells, with the Emmy Award-winning Brian Webber providing off-camera hosting assistance.
“We are extremely excited that we have been able to increase the overall television coverage of the BNP Paribas Open,” said Simon. “Our partnership with FSN, and expanded relationship with the Tennis Channel, will allow us to provide multi-court coverage and more action than ever before to our fans across the United States. We hope to continue expanding our coverage in years to come.”
Coverage of the BNP Paribas Open on Tennis Channel will begin live on Friday, March 12 at 7:30 PM PST with a special broadcast of the Hit For Haiti exhibition, presented by Oracle, that will feature 94 Grand Slam titles on the same court with Stefanie Graf and Lindsay Davenport taking on Martina Navratilova and Justine Henin, and Roger Federer and Pete Sampras playing Rafael Nadal and Andre Agassi. It is anticipated that the evening will raise a minimum of $1 Million for Haiti relief efforts. FSN will broadcast the exhibition on tape delay, and fans should check their local listings for the times.
In addition to the live broadcast, live web streaming will be available on bnpparibasopen.org, TennisTV.com, atpworldtour.com, sonyericssonwtatour.com, usta.com, tennis.com, espn360.com, and others. As a show of support, the broadcasters, satellite uplink providers and production teams of the event are picking up all of the production costs to ensure that the maximum amount of money can be generated for the fundraising effort.
FSN’S main draw coverage will begin at Noon PDT on Monday, March 15 and continue through the duration of the tournament. The women’s and men’s singles finals will be live on Sunday, March 21 at Noon and 2:00 p.m. PDT. Tennis Channel’s coverage of the main draw will begin on Saturday, March 13 at 11:00 a.m. PST and continue through the finals on Sunday, March 21.
Patrick's got the 411. Catch our client Patrick Stinson today, Tuesday Feb., 23rd, hosting Hollywood 411 on TV Guide Network. It's the latest Entertainment News and Views from the heart of Hollywood!
WireImage: Listings
Actor Rossi Morreale attends the MySpace Cafe at The Lift on January 25, 2010 in Park City,... Details | Download 59403918 Brekken, Details | Download ...
Watch Sandra Sanchez live stream of the Independent Spirit Awards Nominations Tuesday (12/2) at 8am PST.
Just click on any of the links below to watch the nominations, Sandra's red-carpet coverage, and exclusive interviews with some of the nominees:
Auditions To Take Place in New York City (Sept. 12), Chicago (Sept. 14), Atlanta (Sept. 16) and Los Angeles (Sept. 19)
UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. - August 18, 2009 - "The Sing-Off," NBC's upcoming a capella singing competition series, will be traveling to four U.S. cities in September searching for the most talented a capella singing groups to compete on the series for a chance at an Epic Records/Sony Entertainment recording contract. Auditions will take place in New York City (Sept. 12), Chicago (Sept. 14), Atlanta (Sept. 16) and Los Angeles (Sept. 19).
A capella music has been the basis and inspiration for many top musical acts on the charts from Motown to Boyz to Men. Recently it has been the focus of national tournaments and exploded in popularity on college campuses all over the country. With a strong fan base and largely untapped talent pool, it has never been the center of a musical competition until now. The best of the best are going to compete on a national stage. From Joel Gallen's ("America's Best Dance Crew") Tenth Planet Productions, Outlaw Entertainment and Sony Pictures Television, "The Sing-Off" will feature the country's top a cappella groups performing popular songs like you've never heard them before. There's no lip-synching, back-up bands or safety net. They'll be singing for America's vote with the winner walking away with the ultimate prize - an Epic Records/Sony recording contract.
The casting call dates, times and locations are as follows:
NEW YORK, NY
Saturday September 12
SIR Studios
520 W. 25th St. (Between 10th & 11th)
New York, NY 10001
www.sirny.com
Line Starts at 8am • Doors Open at 9am
CHICAGO, IL
Monday September 14
Superior Street
2744 W. Superior St
Chicago, IL 60612
www.superiorst.com
Line Starts at 8am • Doors Open at 9am
ATLANTA, GA
Wednesday, September 16
Avatar Events Group
471 Glen Iris Drive NE
Atlanta, GA 30308
www.avatareventsgroup.com
Line Starts at 8am • Doors Open at 9am
LOS ANGELES, CA
Saturday September 19
Musicians Institute
1655 N. McCadden Pl.
Hollywood, CA 90028
www.mi.edu
Line Starts at 8am • Doors Open at 9am
NBC has greenlit reality competish "The Sing-Off," which will pit a cappella groups against each other in a battle sans instruments.
Joel Gallen ("America's Best Dance Crew") is set to exec produce the show, which comes from Outlaw Prods. and Sony Pictures Television.
The eight-week series will feature contestants as they perform without backing tracks or a band and compete by crooning popular, contemporary songs. Winner of the competish will receive a Sony Music recording contract.
Peacock is billing the show as the first reality competish to center on a cappella singing, and cites the 1990s success of Boyz II Men and the more recent popularity of Justin Timberlake (whose former group, 'NSync, also frequently performed multipart harmony) as the reason behind the series.
NBC/Universal Media Studios alternative topper Paul Telegdy called the show "a fantastic feel-good series" that will target multiple generations.
"To hear these singing groups recreate a popular song with only the sounds of their voices is truly amazing," he said.
Sony Pictures TV reality/syndie exec VP Holly Jacobs is handling the show for the studio. Sony plans to sell the show at the upcoming MIP TV confab in Cannes.
Besides Gallen, exec producers include Deb Newmyer and Sam Weisman.
NBC has greenlit reality competish "The Sing-Off," which will pit a cappella groups against each other in a battle sans instruments.
- VisionTV's "Unscripted" Welcomes Dating in the Dark Host Rossi Morreale -
Unscripted, an unconventional new talk series from Canada's VisionTV, gives viewers a privileged glimpse into the personal and spiritual lives of the entertainment world s most iconic figures. Unscripted airs across Canada on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT. Daytime repeats air Monday to Friday at 4 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. PT.
Friday, Oct. 30: Rossi Morreale
Rossi Morreale hosts one of this past summer's biggest TV phenomena, the hit series Dating in the Dark. A former college football star (and one of People Magazine's "Sexiest Men Alive"), Morreale is fast becoming one of TV's most familiar faces, fronting such popular shows as Belly of the Beast, Riding With Rossi, Junkyard Mega-Wars and Midnight Spike. In this episode, the Arkansas native shares some of the secrets of reality TV.
Check out www.rossimorreale.com
"Michael Jackson's This Is It." Client Patrick Stinson is hosting TV Guide's "Big Movie Premiere: This Is It." It's an in-depth look at the year's most anticipated movie...including Patrick's exclusive interview with Michael's drummer of 30 years! "Big Movie Premiere" with Patrick Stinson begins airing Saturday, Oct., 24th on TV Guide.
Watch Angie Greenup on the new show "Smash Cuts"! "Smash Cuts" premieres on the CW (KTLA 5 in Los Angeles) at 7pm on Sunday September 27th and will air every Sunday thereafter.
Starting tonight, Tennis Channel is making its Court Report news segments a nightly fixture of its primetime programming. The one-minute hourly updates will air Thursdays through Mondays at the top of the 7p, 8p, 9p and 10p hours. The 10p segment will repeat each hour through the night and into the following morning until noon. Eight more Court Report updates will air on Tuesdays and Wednesdays in the same four hourly increments. The one-minute reports will contain a 30-second commercial adjacency and a five-second network ID before returning to regular programming. Originally, these Court Report segments were a special feature during Tennis Channel's major tournament coverage. Court Report segments will be anchored by Cari Champion, Arlene Santana and Angela Sun and will also be available via the network's website at www.tennischannel.com on the video page.
Lionsgate Films has tapped Patrick Stinson to host a day of programming on TV Guide Network to promote the new film "Tyler Perry's I Can Do Bad All By Myself."
Catch Patrick during his hosting marathon on Labor Day, September 7th, as he introduces exclusive clips of the movie and profiles a variety of music stars. Congratulations Patrick.
Congratulations go out to Sandra Sanchez! Catch her hosting a new show for E! called "That Morning Show."
"That Morning Show" is set to air from 6am-9am, 7 days a week, on E! Entertainment starting September 14th
The latest Michael Jackson news: Watch Client Patrick Stinson on TV Guide Network. Patrick is co-hosting a Michael Jackson special edition of "Hollywood 411" on Wednesday, Aug., 12th.
New premium movie service Epix (http://www.epixhd.com) is putting together some innovative features for its EpixHD.com site set to launch this fall with the network, per THR. The site includes on demand streaming options; point-of-purchase links with Amazon.com or eBay; DVD-style extras including interviews and behind-the-scenes footage; and social networking integrations with Facebook and Twitter. For instance the Viacom, Lionsgate, MGM joint venture plans to enable private screenings of movies with live chat capabilities
Congratulations to client Angie Greenup for booking "Smash Cuts" a new syndicated show for CBS and it's affiliates! Set to air September 27! Stay tuned for more details.
Tonight at 10pm "Dating in the Dark" premieres on ABC. Hosted by client Rossi Morreale, "Dating in the Dark" follows three single men and three single women as they move into a house and get to know each other in the bonds of darkness.
Watch Michele Merkin host Live and Loud Fridays on Vh1 tonight at 9pm!
This summer VH1 and Live Nation are teaming together to present "Live & Loud Fridays"... a six-week concert series that will air on VH1 every Friday at 9pm starting July 17th. (Go to http://LiveNation.com/vh1 to buy tickets to all of this summer's hottest concerts.) Each thirty-minute episode will include one band performing three of their biggest hits from the featured concert we cover. Our backstage host will give the viewer a fly-on-the-wall experience of each concert with exclusive backstage access, interviews and upcoming tour information. "Live & Loud Friday's" is going to provide an exclusive front row seat to this summer's hottest concert tours.
Get the Inside Scoop from AOL's "The Show Girl" as she preps you for the new shows coming out this season. One of the shows featured is Dating in the Dark, hosted by our very own Rossi Morreale!
"Patrick Stinson hosts a special tribute to Ed McMahon on the TV Guide Network. It's a touching look at the life and career of the former 'Tonight Show' sidekick who died Tuesday, 6-23-09 at the age of 86."
PMC's Rebekah Miller recently talked with entertainment host Sarah Karges. She grew up on a farm in Nebraska, but made her way to Los Angeles and became a cover girl for Body Glove, Bolle, Trans World Surf swimsuit issue and a few others. Sarah Karges is now invloved in both acting and hosting. She is the host of Fox Sport's Tailgate Tour where she gets to go around the country hosting at the hottest tailgating locations. Sarah will also be co-hosting the upcoming cartoon network show Brain Rush.
Q: You have hosted a lot of shows such as Fox Sport's Tailgate Tour and Cartoon Network's Brain Rush, what has been one of your favorite hosting experiences?
Sarah Karges: One of the coolest experiences was recently I did a red carpet for Fast Furious and I got to meet my crush Paul Walker who was really fun to interview and really laid back. It was really cool.
Q: Your from a small town, what made you decide to go to LA and get into acting and hosting?
SK: I always wanted to do it since I was younger and me and my friends used to make silly videos. I just did it like a month after I graduated high school. I just flew to LA and did it.
Q: Tell me about the new Cartoon Network show Brain Rush, what is that all about?
SK: Brain Rush is kind of like a kid's cash cab on a roller coaster. What happens is kids go to the park and they have no idea that they are going to be on a game show. We go and find the kids who are really scared of rides or are die hard fans of them. I find them and they get on the ride and then it is like 'surprise your on Brain Rush.' Then I ask them a series of questions while they are on the ride and while they are going upside down, high, low and all of that stuff.
Q: Do you go to different parks each time or is it at the same amusement park?
SK: We shot the first six episodes at Knott's Berry Farms and we shot it at three different rides. The first round is one ride -- there are three contestants -- and then if they make it past the first ride they go to the second ride and then whoever gets the most right on the second ride goes to the next ride. The next ride is like the craziest ride ever, you go from zero to 80 in two minutes.
Q: How did you get the job to co-host the show?
SK: I auditioned for it last October and then shot the pilot in November and it got picked up in March.
Q: You are also going to be returned as co-host for the Fox Sport's show Tailgate Tour, what are you most excited about for the second season?
SK: I'm just excited about going to new campuses and seeing the different fans. We only got to go to six last year and now we are going to 12. We get to go to USC Notre Dame which is this huge rivalry game. Just seeing the different traditions of different fans and how they tailgate is the best part.
Q: Last year you got the chance to do some acting, do you want to do more of that or just stick with hosting?
SK: You know, I'm up for anything. I love doing both of them. If something came up that was a great role I would definitely do it.
Q: Who are some TV show hosts or actors that you really admire?
SK: Right now I really like the host Cat Deeley from So You Think You Can Dance because I love to dance and that is one of my favorite shows. If I could get a show like her's I think that would be awesome.
Q: Thats all for today. Thanks for taking the time to talk with me.
OF FIREFIGHTERS, POLICE AND MILITARY HEROES ON SATURDAY JULY 25th
AT THE HILTON IRVINE WILL BENEFIT THE WOUNDED WARRIOR PROJECT
* * *
Auction Hosted by Rossi Morreale, One of People Magazine’s “Sexiest Men Alive”
And Host of ABC’s New Show “Dating In The Dark” That Premieres on July 20th
LOS ANGELES, June 12th — Tired of dating zeros? Date a Hero!
On Saturday, July 25th at the newly renovated Hilton Irvine/Orange County Airport Crystal Ballroom, DATEAHERO.com Presents The First Annual Bachelor Charity Auction. The auction will be hosted by Rossi Morreale (www.rossimorreale.com) the host of ABC’s new show “Dating In The Dark” that premiere’s on July 20th, 2009. Morreale was named by People Magazine as one of the “Sexiest Men Alive” in 2003.
Attendees of the auction will have the opportunity to bid on a date with real-life heroes comprised of bachelor Firefighters, Police, and Military personnel. Firehouse dinners, Police ride-a-longs, and helicopter patrols will also be on the auction block.
A portion of the proceeds from the auction will benefit the Wounded Warrior Project (www.woundedwarriorproject.org). The Wounded Warrior Project is a non-profit organization whose mission is to honor and empower wounded warriors. WWP serves to raise awareness and enlist the public’s aid for the needs of severely injured service men and women, to help severely injured service members aid and assist each other and to provide unique, direct programs and services to meet their needs.
After a suggestion from his wife, DATEAHERO.com founder and auction producer Bryan Russell began the online community after years of being repeatedly asked by friends and family members if there were any “single” Firefighters at the
Southern California
fire station where he has worked at for 16 years. On July 4th, 2005, DATEAHERO.com went online.
The DATEAHERO.com (www.dateahero.com) online community is comprised primarily of people that should be recognized for their courageous service. DATEAHERO.com members form a diverse global community of singles who share common goals - to meet other singles, find dates, form romantic relationships and meet life partners. DATEAHERO.com can help find the perfect match and extend your social network by making it possible to search the Internet for people with similar interests, goals, desirable traits and characteristics, along with the appreciation of the community’s heroes.
WHO: DATEAHERO.com Bachelor Charity Auction
WHAT: Bachelor Auction of Firefighters, Police, and Military personnel to benefit The Wounded Warrior Project hosted by Rossi Morreale, host of ABC’s new show “Dating In The Dark” that premieres on July 20th, 2009.
Check out clients Brandi Williams and Josh Nasar on LBTV.com
Brandi is hosting "Pulse of the Port" and Josh is hosting "Inside Long Beach." "Pulse of the Port" is a show which is a co-production of the Harbor Department and LBTV, informs viewers of developments at the Port of Long Beach. While "Inside Long Beach" uncovers how the RDA is building a better Long Beach, how the LBHDC is providing affordable housing for all and how the Pacific Gateway Workforce Investment Network strengthens businesses and the local workforce.
Check out Michele Merkin's interview of the stars of the new Star Trek movie: Chris Pine and Zachary Quinto.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TYmfyVEnfB8
Congratulations go to client Kent Walls for booking a Voice Over spot for Coors Light.
Follow the link and press play on the video on the left hand side to hear the spot!
[04.23.09 - 11:45 AM] ACHIEVE CINEMATIC NERDVANA WHEN SCIENCE CHANNEL PEERS BEHIND THE ACTORS TO EXPLAIN THE SCIENCE OF THE MOVIES
Released by Science Channel
[NOTE: The following article is a press release issued by the aforementioned network and/or company. Any errors, typos, etc. are attributed to the original author. The release is reproduced solely for the dissemination of the enclosed information.]
ACHIEVE CINEMATIC NERDVANA WHEN SCIENCE CHANNEL PEERS BEHIND THE ACTORS TO EXPLAIN THE SCIENCE OF THE MOVIES
-- Series Airs Tuesdays at 9 PM (ET/PT) Beginning Tuesday, May 26, 2009 --
(Silver Spring, Md.) - Science Channel invites viewers on a geektastic journey to the cinematic intersection of art and science in the all-new series SCIENCE OF THE MOVIES, premiering Tuesday, May 26 at 9 PM (ET/PT). Appealing to the movie junkie in us all, the new series explores the remarkable yet rarely celebrated scientific world that exists behind the screen, spotlighting the visionary artists, entrepreneurial spirit, innovative technology and remarkable techniques responsible for creating unforgettable, edge-of-your-seat moments in blockbuster films.
SCIENCE OF THE MOVIES breaks down famous movie scenes to show viewers the inside science on how each sequence was strung together. In each episode host and self-proclaimed movie geek Nar Williams gets the inside scoop on the tricks of the Hollywood trade. Williams gets some much appreciated hands-on experience, acting as the guinea pig to show the technological creative behind the scenes. Highlighting the equipment used in creating the latest visual effects and computer graphics, coupled with interviews with the award-winning artists, stunt men and technicians responsible for using or sometimes even inventing the equipment, SCIENCE OF THE MOVIES celebrates the world of movie magic like never before. From motion arrest film techniques and the science of perspective in chase scenes to state-of-the-art cameras and creating 3-D worlds, SCIENCE OF THE MOVIES features rare behind-the-scenes footage to help bring viewers to the cutting-edge of filmmaking technology.
"We're excited to introduce viewers to new host Nar Williams, who uncovers the secret world of the engineers, inventors and innovators creating mind-blowing movie effects," said Science Channel general manager Debbie Myers. "Nar's genuine enthusiasm for this series comes through in every episode and our viewers will love riding along with him as he immerses himself in the action."
In the first episode, Williams interviews Academy Award-winning special effects pioneer John Dykstra who invented the Dykstraflex a motion control rig used to blow up the Death Star in Star Wars. Williams then gets up close, and maybe a little too personal, with the most used modern motion control system in the business today: Milo. Milo captures precise shots so that two or more scenes can be composited together to create one fluid moment, and is most famous for creating the "spidysense" scene in the first "Spider Man" film. Next, Williams moves on to Hydraulx, the company that created visual effects on movies such as "Terminator 3," "X-Men 3" and "Alien vs. Predator: Requiem," for a crash course in how the latest visual effects and CGI are created. Finally, Williams stops at Doggicam where Academy Award-winner Gary Thieltges demonstrates an amazing inventory of camera mounts that have been used in movies such as "The Dark Knight." There Williams slips on a body-mounted camera to experience firsthand a simulated chase.
SCIENCE OF THE MOVIES creates an even greater sense of wonder for movie buffs everywhere. Future episode topics include: a sneak peek into creating the miniatures used in "Night at the Museum 2;" demonstrating the camera crane technology that is used in the "Fast and the Furious" franchise; and even a lesson in crime scene reality simulation from Showtime's popular series, "Dexter."
So who is Nar Williams? Glad you asked. Williams is Geek-in-Chief of the blog AchieveNerdvana.com, where he blogs about sci-fi, sci-tech and geek culture. He also co-hosts the weekly video podcast Nerdbunker, and writes the weekly "Pulp Science" column for the online magazine Geekscape. Williams has hosted hundreds of hours of live, interactive talk shows as a producer at the online broadcaster NowLive, where he created, hosted and produced the shows "Nerdvana," "Goober & The Viking," "Pop Load," "The Surf" and more.
SCIENCE OF THE MOVIES is produced for Science Channel by Authentic Entertainment, Inc. Lauren Lexton and Tom Rogan are executive producers for Authentic Entertainment, Inc., and Jack Smith is executive producer for Science Channel.
About Science Channel
Science Channel is broadcast 24 hours a day and seven days a week to more than 56 million U.S. homes and simulcast on Science Channel HD. We immerse viewers in the incredible possibilities of science, from string theory and futuristic cities to accidental discoveries and outrageous inventions. We take things apart, peer inside and put things together in new and unexpected ways. We celebrate the trials, errors and brinking moments that change our lives forever. To find out more go to www.sciencechannel.com.
About Discovery Communications
Discovery Communications (Nasdaq: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK) is the world's number one nonfiction media company reaching more than 1.5 billion cumulative subscribers in 170 countries. Discovery empowers people to explore their world and satisfy their curiosity through 100-plus worldwide networks, led by Discovery Channel, TLC, Animal Planet, Science Channel, Planet Green, Investigation Discovery and HD Theater, as well as leading consumer and educational products and services, and a diversified portfolio of digital media services including HowStuffWorks.com. For more information, please visit www.discoverycommunications.com.
DATING IN THE DARK - PREMIERES MONDAY, JULY 20 (10:00-11:00 p.m.)
“Dating in the Dark” is a unique alternative series that asks the age-old question, “Is Love Blind?” Each week, three single men and three single women, all looking for love, will move into a house together, but be totally sequestered from the opposite sex. While they will have no chance of seeing each other in the light, they will have the opportunity to date in a completely dark room. Looks will be taken out of the equation as the men and women get to know each other and form bonds in total darkness.
After several days of dating in the darkroom, the participants will select the one member of the opposite sex that they want to see revealed in the light. For the first time, the participants will see whom they’ve been dating, wooing, kissing, snuggling with and forming bonds with. And after they see each other in the light for the first time, they have to make the difficult decision…do they stay with the person they fell for in the dark, or leave them behind? Hosted by Rossi Moreale (”Can You Duet?,” “Temptation”).
“Dating in the Dark” is produced by Endemol USA, a division of Endemol holding, along with Talpa Content, the format department of Dutch media entrepreneur John’s de Mol’s company. David Goldberg is the North America chairman of Endemol USA. The series is executive-produced by Tom Shelley and the co-executive producer is Richard Devinki.
Press Release for upcoming show on Travel Channel, "Game On!":
Stay tuned for our newest production, Game On! with Todd Newton to premiere on The Travel Channel this Spring.
Game show host, Todd Newton, trades in his suit for a suitcase, traveling the world, attempting to get on a game show in every country. We’ll twist him, turn him, stretch him, challenge him and do anything short of breaking him as he competes on the most insane game shows around the world.
On this episode, Todd will explore the city of Tokyo to find out why such a seemingly conservative culture is home to so many outrageous and wildly popular game shows. In Japan, it’s not about the cash and prizes but about winning with honor. Can he win it all on fan favorite Urakage?
Congratulations to client Patrick Stinson. Watch Patrick Stinson tonight (Fri., March 20th) co-starring with Eliza Dushku on Fox's DOLLHOUSE. 9:00 - 8:00PM CMT
http://www.wsvn.com/features/articles/idol_insider/MI115134
click on View Video
7 Heaven: Jason Kennedy
One of the appeals of Idol is watching an unknown make it big, and, boy, do we have one for you. From a Seven News fanatic at an early age, to a national entertainment reporter at age 27, Jason Kennedy returns to the Plex to talk about his life on "E" and everything Idol.
WSVN -- He's the entertainment correspondent with a capital E!
Jason Kennedy: "Hey, everybody, I'm Jason Kennedy. Welcome to the 59th Annual Prime Time Emmy Awards."
And shout outs from the cream of the Hollywood crop.
Julie Roberts: "I just had a nice chat with Jason Kennedy, could not have been sweeter to me."
Tom Hanks: "It's Jason Kennedy's birthday."
But long before the likes of Tom Hanks knew his name, much less his birthday...
Jason Kennedy: "OK, we have a breaking story coming into the Seven Newsplex right now."
He was a South Florida teen with his very own Seven News studio in his house. Yeah, you heard that right.
Jason Kennedy: "It was kind of crazy."
Call it crazy, but Jason's passion paid off when his cub report on nuisance cats caught the attention of investigative reporter Carmel Cafiero back in 1995.
Carmel Cafiero: "It was enough to bring us to the neighborhood."
Jason Kennedy: "They keep denying that it's their cats, and the neighbors are really getting sick about it."
Thirteen years later, Jason's back in the Plex, the real one.
Jason Kennedy: "The sign is still the same."
Louis Aguirre: "So, welcome home to the Plex, brother. What do you think of the place?"
Jason Kennedy: "Thank you, my man. It is changing. I think there were about 500 TVs back in the day. Now you are at about 328 or so. It is looking good, very fancy."
Louis Aguirre: "You created a newsplex in your garage?"
Jason Kennedy: "Literally."
Louis Aguirre: "An actual newsplex?"
Jason Kennedy: "From South Florida's News Station, WSVN Seven."
Louis Aguirre: "What is it like to go back and watch this stuff, man?"
Jason Kennedy: "It just reminds me of how bad I wanted to do it, and how happy I am now that I really am doing it."
Kennedy's big career break came when he joined the E! Network in 2005. Covering the biggest names, including your top Idols.
Louis Aguirre: "I am the Idol Insider, and so you have to really know American Idol and live it and breathe it in order to talk with any type of authority on the Idol subject."
Jason Kennedy: "You are making me nervous that I don't know what I'm doing now."
Topic one: New judge Kara DioGuardi.
Louis Aguirre: "Why do you think they brought her in? Do you think it was to put pressure on Paula to make sure she gets her act together?"
Jason Kennedy: "I don't think it is to put pressure on her. I don't think she is going anywhere. Maybe down the road that could be an issue."
Louis Aguirre: "What about rumors you are taking over Seacrest's job. He's not going to do Idol anymore, go off and produce, just do E!"
Jason Kennedy: "Is that part of your Idol insider thing?"
Ryan Seacrest: "Unfortunately, this Jason Kennedy guy takes all the good assignments."
Jason Kennedy: "That would be a huge rumor. That is not true. Ryan is going to be around for a long time."
Louis Aguirre: "Tell me your favorite Idols you've interviewed in the past."
Jason: "This past year, the top 12. They were so fun. They're great. David Cook, such a funny guy."
David Cook: "I don't really get all that fazed by Ryan Seacrest anymore."
Jason Kennedy: "He's not that big of a deal anymore to you?"
David Cook: "Just another dude."
Jason's Idol duties don't stop there. He now hosts "Idol Rewind."
Jason Kennedy: "This year, we are recapping season three and four, so we are bringing back the favorites, William Hung."
But back in the midst of Season Eight, amidst all of Jason's success, one person in particular can't help but smile at her son.
Louis Aguirre: "Look at him now. Are you proud?"
Jason's mom: "Very proud, very proud, very blessed."
What, you think we'd end this without paying Carmel a visit?!
Carmel Cafiero: "I'm so happy for you. Give me a hug. That's great. Good luck to you, kiddo."
Jason Kennedy: "She's the best out there."
Louis Aguirre: "I love when we can reunite people."
From pint-sized Plexer, to big time corespondent, to Idol Insider, ummm, number two Idol Insider, Jason Kennedy's had quite the journey.
Jason Kennedy: "That is 7 News at 5 o'clock. Good night, South Florida."
Louis Aguirre: "Look, young Jason and all grown up Jason, big star. You deserve it, bro."
Jason Kennedy: "Thanks, brother."
Louis Aguirre: "Welcome home. You always got a home in the Plex, can't have my job, but you always have a home here in the Plex."
Besides having that whole Idol Insider thing in common, Jason and I also graduated from the same college, the University of Miami, also known as the "U." Just thought I'd throw that out there.
Latest project on the CBS development plate is called America's Strongest American from producer Michael Davies, reports THR. We're not talking about pulling 18-wheelers like you see on the ESPN strongman shows, but rather competitions suited for the average size American. Set to host are Ben Bailey and Michelle Merkin.
Congratulations to Rossi Morreale, who will be hosting the new ABC show "Dating in the Dark." The new reality dating series will follow single men and women as they go through all the usual motions of dating without ever actually seeing each other.
The six people interact with each other and participate in various dating activities over the course of several days with the caveat that it all happens in complete darkness (viewers still catch almost everything thanks to producers using night-vision technology).
At the conclusion of each Blind Love episode, the participants have an opportunity to see what the other houseguests look like before deciding whether to proceed with the romantic relationship or not.
The network has ordered six episodes of Dating in the Dark, according to TV Week, which added production has already commenced.
Rebound! No, I’m not referring to the inflated number on Ben Wallace’s stat line, but rather that tricky follow up relationship to the one you recently ended. Rebounds can be great, and they can also be awful; it all depends on how you go about them. So as usual, I’m here to shepherd you safely through the dawn of a new day with the following personally tested tips…
1. No sob stories! It never ceases to amaze me how despite most men’s innate better judgment, they always think that discussing their ex with the rebound girl will somehow be a good idea. I’m not saying it’s impossible, but if you’re from this school of thought you probably also spend at least $365 a year on Lotto tickets. Sure, she’ll really get to know you—and know she wants little do with you at the same time. Would you want to sit down and listen to some girl on the rebound go on and on about her ex boyfriend? No! It didn’t work for Mikey from Swingers (Jon Favreau) in the trailer scene and it won’t work for you—so avoid discussing your past relationship! Failure to exercise self-restraint in this regard could leave you feeling bad about not one, but two failed flings.
2. Tell it like it is. Most men aren't forthcoming about being on the rebound because they fear rejection. Trouble with not doing so however, is that most women exercise most of their caution in the trust arena, and once they get a sense that you’ve failed to be forthcoming or have been disingenuous with respect to your circumstances—you’re done. So rather than pretend you’re boarding the flight with nothing but carry-on, let RG (Rebound Girl) know there’s some checked baggage. Face it, you’re sorta damaged goods, but if you let her know exactly what she’s getting into (like: “I just got out of a relationship”) then the choice to be involved is hers, and you can’t be blamed if you get back with the ex or aren’t ready to settle in with her down the line. Not to mention some women actually enjoy the idea that you may not be after something serious!
3. Play the field. I recommend approaching the rebound in pluralistic fashion for a few reasons. Chances are that RG is among the first women that you got any play from since your last relationship. To ensure that your affinity for her has something to do with her and not just her timing, stack her against other options. This is a good way to “diversify your portfolio” (for you finance guys), keep things light with everyone (for you cold feet guys), and not set yourself up for serial monogamy (for you OCD guys).
4. Be realistic. Rebounds generally stem from an emotion that isn’t the foundation or impetus for a healthy relationship. They are a form of escapism or anesthesia from whatever your past relationship left behind. Sometimes they serve as a validating, self-esteem building reminder that someone out there doesn’t seem to think you are as bad as your ex makes you out to be (The “Stuart Smalley”). Sometimes they are weapons designed to exact spite and alleviate anger over feeling wronged by your ex (The “Eat Your Heart Out”). And other times they are simply blissful indications of a new chapter in your life (The “2nd Coming”). Notice though, that regardless of the reasoning, in all three instances the rebound is about you, and no healthy relationship is about just one person.
So before you begin to think there’s a real future with RG, ask yourself how much of that feeling is completely disassociated from your past relationship. In the early going, the honest answer to that question is usually “not much", but with time, you will filter your options, and perhaps even find happiness again … in a rebound girl.
Think of a version of the real life “Van Wilder” and you have found Oliver “Ali” Nejad. With a broad and rich knowledge of everything from cars, computers, and hi-tech gadgetry; to dating, collegiate culture, and sports; to music, movies, and poker, Nejad is the ultimate envelope pushing “man’s man.”
Recognized for his success in the poker world, Nejad has made a career out of more than just the gamble of a good hand. The multi-talented Nejad has been coined “The King of Poker Commentary,” having hosted or served as the play by play man and color commentator on a variety of shows including: FSN’s Poker Superstars II, NBC’s National Heads-up Poker Championship, the internationally seen Ultimate Poker Challenge, NBC’s Poker After Dark (on in 13 countries), and ESPN’s Pro-Am Poker Equalizer. Nejad also contributes as a Men’s Lifestyle expert to a slew of shows and sites including TheUltimateTailgater.com and FOX’s Red Eye. For more info:www.olivernejad.com
Congratulations go out to Ethan Erickson, his new show "Eat the Clock" got picked up for the Food Network! "Eat the Clock" is "a competition TV show for the food-loving world"! More information to follow....
Watch Brandi Williams host Spike TV's new show "The Toughest Cowboy" this Thursday (1/29) at 11pm!
for more information:
http://www.marketwatch.com/news/story/Spike-TV-Lassos-New-Series/story.aspx?guid={30AFC1BE-FF43-4CBB-B304-3C0ABE18598B}
Check out Jason's interview in Alternative Earth's quarterly catologue!
"E! News anchor Jason Kennedy spends his days interviewing celebrities. But in his off hours, he's active with Generoisty Water, an organization that partners with charity: water to bring wells to villages in Africa."
Catch Patrick Stinson all this week (12-22-08) on The TV Guide Network hosting "Big Movie Premiere: Seven Pounds." Patrick talks with Will Smith about his new movie, his career and his family. It's an hour long special all about the new king of the box office!
Catch our client Patrick Stinson on "Extreme Hollywood" on TV Guide Network. Monday Nov., 24th 11:00pm. Patrick is Creator, Host and Co-Executive Producer of the special that looks at the extreme measures Hollywood insiders take to entertain us.
A Big congratulations goes out to client Rossi Morreale for booking the new Discovery Channel show "Heart of the Machine," the new pilot for Buena Vista called "Let Me Entertain You" and for also booking the new ABC show "Dating in the Dark!" Please check back in for more information!
E! has announced Party Monsters: Cabo, a new reality competition series that will challenge event planners to throw the ultimate party, will premiere Friday, December 12 at 10PM ET/PT.
Prior to its debut, E! will air a "sneak peek" of Party Monsters: Cabo immediately after the premiere of Snoop Dogg's Father Hood's second season on Sunday, November 30 at 11PM ET/PT.
Party Monsters: Cabo will begin with nine event planners being whisked to the LG Villa Cabo resort in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico to see who can throw the "ultimate party" for Hollywood celebrities that range from P. Diddy and Lil Jon to Carmen Electra and Brody Jenner.
In each episode, the contestants will plan and present their party ideas to the show's judging panel -- host Michele Merkin, in-house expert Brian Worely and a special celebrity guest. The last contestant standing at the end of the competition will then have 24 hours to execute their party using the other contestants as assistants.
The winner will receive the position of "celebrity event planner" at the resort.
"This series has all the right elements for our audience -- celebrity parties, cut-throat competition and nonstop drama," said E! programming executive Lisa Berger. "The dynamic group of contestants and exciting roster of celebrities that we've attracted for this series are certain to hook viewers from the first episode."
Party Monsters: Cabo is produced by 3Ball Productions in conjunction with Bischoff-Hervey Entertainment.
E! Entertainment Television will premiere the reality competition series “Party Monsters: Cabo” on Dec. 2.
The series takes nine party planners to the LG Villa in Cabo in a competition to see who can throw the best party for Hollywood celebrities such as P. Diddy, Carmen Electra, Brody Jenner and Lil Jon.
The celebrity guests will also serve as judges alongside host Michele Merkin and in-house expert Brian Worley.
The network will air a sneak peek of “Party Monsters” on Nov. 30.
“This series has all the right elements for our audience—celebrity parties, cut-throat competition and nonstop drama,” Lisa Berger, executive VP of original programming and series development for E!, said in a statement. “The dynamic group of contestants and exciting roster of celebrities that we've attracted for this series are certain to hook viewers from the first episode. The reality competition genre is a great way for us to round out E!'s original programming slate, and we are excited to partner with 3 Ball Productions and Bischoff-Hervey, who have proven track records of success.”
“Party Monsters” is produced by 3 Ball Productions and Bischoff-Hervey Entertainmen
E! Entertainment showcases its next competition reality series PartyMonsters: Cabo in the Mexican Riviera premiering on December 2 at 10p. The plot focuses on nine party planners who each try to outdo the others by throwing the ultimate party at the luxury LG Villa in Cabo for A-list celebrities such as P. Diddy, Carmen Electra, Brody Jenner and more. Michele Merkin will serve as host and judge along with Brian Worely and the guest celebrity featured in each episode. The series is from 3 Ball Productions (The Biggest Loser and Beauty and the Geek) in association with Bischoff-Hervey Entertainment (Scott Baio is 45 and Single).
Below is an excerpt from: http://losangeles.broadwayworld.com/viewcolumn.cfm?colid=33220
Please follow the link for more information!
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15: BLAIR LATE hails from Texas where he grew up performing in theatre and music. Shortly after his arrival in Los Angeles to begin studies at U.C.L.A., Blair became a member of the BMG Records boy band, B3 which subsequently went on to score four top ten hits and two gold records. After the boy band craze, Blair was signed by Columbia records in New York where he made his solo album debut. The blonde teen heart throb soon thereafter became known for his keen sense of style and fashion. So much so that after a remarkable sequence of events, Blair was summoned by television as a sought after fashion correspondent who now has his has own talk show Live on Sunset with Blair. As an on camera "Fashion Expert" and host.
Blair has also been seen on segments of CW Now, TV Guide Channel, and Extra. This summer he became host of Style Dome on the CW. His looks and stylistic ideas have been featured on such television shows as Las Vegas, The Hills, and Oprah; in photographs for People and US Weekly magazines, and on PerezHilton.com, Blair has worked with such beauties as Heidi Klum, Mariah Carey, Molly Simms, Emily Proctor, Eva Longoria, Miley Cyrus, and Halle Berry. His engagement at Sterling’s Upstairs marks his return to singing in concert.
Jason Kennedy will be on the Today Show on October 11, 2008 @ 7AM where Jason will be talking about Angelina Jolie and her new "W" magazine pictures....
Catch our client Patrick Stinson on TV Guide's HOLLYWOOD 411. Patrick is the creator and host of a series of special reports called EXTREME HOLLYWOOD, which airs this week and next week on TV Guide Network.
Congratulations to client Danielle Demski who just booked the lead in the feature film "The Pit and the Pendulum" based on the story by Edgar Allan Poe. Stay tuned for more information!
When a breakdown goes out, we list the character name, basic description of the character, names of actors who have the essence of the character, the billing for the role, and the page number on which the character first makes an appearance in the script.
This week's column is going to focus on that list of actors' names.
And here's why: There is one actor whose name I have put out in breakdowns more often than any other. And it's not "Angelina Jolie," "Tom Cruise," or any other über-famous celeb. It's "Elizabeth Chambers."
Now, my actor friends give me a good ribbing about how I'm one of the only CDs out there who consistently lists names in the breakdown that they have to go and look up on IMDB, because I don't go with the "big names." Well, of course not. None of the "big names" are anything more than "themselves" once they're that famous. It becomes nearly impossible for the super-famous actors out there to disappear into a role at some point. They are just too universally branded as themselves, and I'm looking for actors who can embody the spirit of a character represented only on a page up until that moment. I don't want to be distracted by what I just saw on TMZ.
So, I list the names of actors who may be pretty well known in the industry but not outside of it. I list the names of actors who are working regularly and who certainly may become "names" in a couple of years. And I list the names of actors I actually want for these roles. I am hoping their reps will see their names, call me, and say--just like when a favorite manager called me about Broken Windows--"You say you're looking for a Jason George type. Ready to make an offer on Jason George?" And, boom. Yes, we were. And yes, we did. And yes, he did. And yes, there ya go: one role cast within hours of the breakdown being released. Ilikethat.
Of course, it doesn't always happen like that, but when it does, it frees up the rest of my time for paring down the thousands of submissions into dozens of selects, scheduling auditions, and then holding those sessions to get to the top few candidates for the roles. More quality time with everyone else, when a role with a namey frontrunner is no longer on the to do list.
Okay, so back to Elizabeth Chambers. Having written my Master's Thesis in Journalism School on the use of Channel One-donated production studios by elementary school kids to create their own morning newscasts, I continue to have an interest in broadcasting technology in the hands of non-broadcasters. So, I keep up with things like Channel One and Current TV and Funny or Die and anything else that puts the power of creating content directly in the public's hands. One of the faces of Channel One and Current TV (and now, E!) happened to be the lovely face of Elizabeth Chambers. And I noticed she had started working toward an acting career as well as doing on-camera host and reporter duties.
So, I put her name on a breakdown. She was the exact right type for the role, has a fanbase of millions already (even if not yet for her acting work), and I was fairly certain that she would be interested in this role in a low-budget indie film once she read the script and met the director. Sure enough, her reps pitched her, we set up the meeting, and the director loved her. Yay, me! But he also loved another actor for the same role, so he had me offer out the role to that other actor, then ask Elizabeth to come in for callbacks on another role, since she still rocks and maybe would be the right fit for that one. She came to final callbacks and rocked the audition... as did another actor the director preferred, and that's who got the offer on that role. Dammit! Okay, one more role on this project that could possibly go to Elizabeth. Let's offer it to her. Please? But the director had one other top choice he wanted to go out to first. A long-shot. A name. No way would she say yes to working for scale. Oh, but she did. No role for Elizabeth.
That's okay, I told myself. I'll just get her in on the next one.
Cut to: now. It's a couple of years later. I've put Elizabeth's name in the breakdown another couple of times, certain we had the exact right role for her. And every time, she was a total champ. Came in, rocked the audition, charmed the director, and ended up second on the list. Dammit!
I asked her recently if she'd prefer I just stop listing her name in the breakdown, since obviously it's a recipe for runner-up on my projects. No, she assured me. She loves it. Her reps love it. It ups her profile. It makes her happy to know I'm thinking about her for any role, ever.
And that's the point. Out there right now, whether your name has ever been in the breakdown or not, someone is thinking you're perfect for a role. And they're probably totally right... but you still won't get the job sometimes.
Read that paragraph again. THAT'S THE POINT.
Here's another example that illustrates that point ("painfully," I'm told): My (then-fiancé, now-) husband once had a screenwriter send him a script, saying, "I wrote this role for you. Isn't your girlfriend a casting director? I'd like to hire her to cast this." So, I got a job casting a film in which a role was written for Keith (and I got the job because of Keith) and when I read the script, I said to him, "Honey, this isn't your role. We know another dozen guys better-suited for this role." And when he read the script, being the pro that he is, he agreed. But how much does it suck to have your partner casting the film in which a role was written for you and still not get cast in that role?
It's going to happen, though.
I'm working with a director right now on a very high budget indie film (like, about as high as your budget can be and still not have a studio's mitts on it) and we have an offer out to an actor who might also want to direct. The director (who also wrote this kickass film) actually told me he was open to having this actor direct, if it would close the deal on him as an actor in this film. Wow! That's huge! Another screenwriter/actor friend of mine has written herself a beautiful film she wants me to cast later this year. I asked her if she would be okay with the lead role going to someone else, if it meant the film would get more heat, more money, more festival cred. Yes, she admitted, she was willing to be "only" the screenwriter on her baby, if it meant getting someone like Reese Witherspoon in the lead.
There are times, as a hyphenate, that you have to be willing to let your ego take a backseat to what's best for the project.
And when you're not the producer? When you're Elizabeth Chambers, just busting ass to get that big role that's going to change your status in this town forever? It's the same thing. You have to--even when you're not involved in the project--know that sometimes you're not the one and that it's really best for the project that the other actor got the role. And maybe it's better for you to have not been in that project after all! Maybe being available leads you to something even better. Maybe "the big one" is just around the corner and having done this project would've prevented this next one from coming along. Who knows? What I do know is this: Staying prepared, focused, and available is all you really control. Keep doing good work and we will find a way to cast you. We're just fans like everyone else, ultimately.
October 1, and October 4 - "Splinter" starring Edward James Olmos, Tom Sizemore, and client Resmine Atis will be airing on Showtime. For more information regarding the movie: http://www.thesplintermovie.com/ and for more information regarding the show times on Showtime:
Follow the link to a promo for "Live! on Sunset" hosted by client Blair Late.
"Live! on Sunset" will prominently feature fashions to be sold at the Store (located on the historic Tower Records shop on Sunset and Holloway in West Hollywood) and debut on September 8th.
Client Blair Late will be hosting a new show "Live! On Sunset With Blair." The show will be webcast from the Live! On Sunset store. For more information please follow this link:
http://www.apparelnews.net/news/retailing/Guez-Opens-Glitzy-Store-Web-Show-at-Live-On-Sunset
On Thursday August 21, 2008 watch VH1's new show Glam God with Vivica A. Fox -- our client Jess Zaino will be living in a house and competing with 20 other stylists for $100,000, the chance to style an A-List celebrity and the title of GLAM GOD.
Each week, 20 would-be celebrity stylists will have to outdo one another in a variety of tasks and challenges intended to test their savvy and know-how in style and fashion trends. They must come up with that perfectly flawless complete look from head to toe, effectively showcasing their mastery of hair, make-up and wardrobe, which are the three key elements of fashion.
Those who fail to deliver just the right look get their style license revoked and sent home, while whoever manages to impress the most, brings home $100,000 and more importantly, gets to stand on the verge of fame and fortune as stylist to an A-list personality.
Press Release for Client Sarah Karges and Fox College Sports
Catch client Sarah Karges hosting the National College Surfing Championships. Saturday, August 2, 8:00 ET) FCS Pacific.
FOX COLLEGE SPORTS AND NATIONAL SCHOLASTIC SURFING ASSOCIATION REACH THREE-YEAR RIGHTS DEAL
FCS becomes television home of the National College Surfing Championships
New York & Los Angeles – Fox College Sports and the National Scholastic Surfing Association (NSSA) have reached a three-year cable television rights agreement to show the National College Surfing Championships. On Saturday, August 2 (8:00 ET) FCS Pacific kicks off its NSSA coverage with the Interscholastic Championships from Salt Creek in Dana Point, California.
"We're extremely excited to present the NSSA College Surfing Championship," said Director of FCS Max Casanova. "FCS is continuing its effort to provide exposure to as many sports as we can. With the NSSA, we look forward to bringing fans closer to some of the best and brightest upcoming surfers in the United States over the next three years."
Taking place this Saturday, June 21, announcers Dylan Slater and Sarah Karges call all the action as FCS covers the college longboard final, the college women's final and the college men's final.
Sarah Karges, an avid surfer, has appeared as a guest star on the F/X hit "Nip Tuck". The bulk of her television work has been in hosting various TV shows. Karges is a cover girl for Body Glove, Bolle, and the Trans World Surf swimsuit issue. You can also see her in Cosmo, Stuff, Maxim, and Shape magazine.
Dylan Slater is a veteran surfer for over 14 years and has competed around the globe. The 2004 NSSA College Men's National Champion adds valuable first-hand experience to FCS' coverage.
"We are extremely excited about the commitment that Fox College Sports has made to both the NSSA and the National College Surfing Championships, said NSSA Executive Director Janice Aragon. "The televising of the event gives the NSSA a powerful vehicle for communicating its philosophy and purpose of promoting both surfing and academics to more people around the country".
The National Scholastic Surfing Association (NSSA) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to encourage and assist its members in their interest to learn and develop the fundamentals and skills of surfing competition while competing in structured and quality events. The NSSA promotes the qualities of discipline and competitive excellence while supporting the merits of academic achievement to young surfers. Since 1978, the NSSA program philosophy has been that athletics and scholastics go hand in hand. More than 80 NSSA events are run nationwide that culminate with the annual National Championships which is regarded as the highest profile youth surfing event in America.
catch our client Jess Zaino (for more information on Jess and her fabulousness: http://www.jess-zaino.com/) on TV Guide Channel's Hollywood 411 TONIGHT at 7pm, talking about the new style issue of Vanity Fair.
Beginning July 1st and running throughout the summer Patrick Stinson is hosting TV Guide Network's Big Movie Premiere special on HANCOCK. Tune in to see Patrick talking one-on-one with Will, Charlize and Jason Bateman.
Congratulations to client Patrick Stinson and theaward winning team from truTv. They were honored witha prestigious Telly Award for producing a fascinatingstory about Beverly Hills High School which aired ontruTV's 'Hollywood Heat.'
Catch client Patrick Stinson on TV Guide May 20th and May 23rd. He will be hosting two specials about the new "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull" movie.
Client Patrick Stinson will have a story airing on truTV's "Hollywood Heat." The piece is about million dollar homes of the rich and famous, being rented out for the summer in Malibu.
HOW DO I LOOK? THIS MONDAY NIGHT ON STYLE NETWORK!
Monday, April 28, tune into the Style Network at 9pm. Hosted by Finola Hughes, this week boasts the most bizarre moments in fashion makeovers over the years on the show. As the female Stylist with the most HDIL challenges, I've got ALOT of wacky wardrobe stories to share. Make sure to check out the show this Monday night on Style to hear em'.
The producers of American Idol are teaming up with CMT to find the next great country music duo in the most original singing competition ever, Can You Duet.
Each contestant will compete as part of a duo, and viewers will witness first hand all the on and off-stage drama in creating a dynamic musical duo. In addition to critiquing each performance and deciding who will advance to the next round, the judges will serve as mentors to guide, groom and develop the duets along the way.
For more information, go to: http://www.cmt.com/shows/series/can_you_duet/series.jhtml
Tonight at 10:30pm / 9:30pm, "Can You Duet" the new show brought to you by Fremantle Media, the producers of "American Idol" will premiere on CMT. For more information about the show go to: http://www.cmt.com/shows/series/can_you_duet/ and for more information regarding our client and host of the show Rossi Morreale, go to: http://www.cmt.com/shows/series/can_you_duet/host.jhtml
NEW SERIES “I KNOW MY KID’S A STAR” FEATURING DANNY BONADUCE PREMIERES ON VH1 THURSDAY, MARCH 20 AT 10 PM*
DANNY BONADUCE MENTORS HOPEFUL CHILD STARS AND MORE IMPORTANTLY THEIR STAGE PARENTS
Catch A Sneak Peek Of The Premiere Episode On VH1.com Beginning
Thursday, March 13
NEW YORK, NY, March 5, 2008 - From "momagers" partying with their kids, to former child stars going in and out of rehab to current teen stars getting pregnant, young Hollywood seems to be spiraling out of control. There's one man that has survived the perils of Hollywood celebrity and who can help to preserve the legacy of the "child star." That man is Danny Bonaduce.
"I Know My Kid's A Star" premiering on VH1, Thursday, March 20 at 10 pm challenges Danny Bonaduce to seek out one great, aspiring, triple-threat stage-hungry kid, identify them as a star, and train their driven stage mom or dad to be a supportive and fit parent who won't end up driving their kid into rehab.
Over the course of 8 hour-long episodes, "I Know My Kid's a Star" will feature ten Hollywood crazed parent/child teams living in a house in Los Angeles, willing to do whatever it takes so their child will become the next big star. The kids will need to have talent and the parents will need to have the smarts to navigate showbiz without ruining their child's career or life. The realities of the business become clearer, as each week Danny will eliminate one parent/child team that just won't make it in the cutthroat world of Hollywood.
Joining Danny in judging will be notable Hollywood casting director and manager, Marki Costello. The two will judge the teams based on skill level, poise, likeability, and stage presence of the kids. Each episode presents a challenge for the kids, whether it's auditioning for a cartoon voice-over, trying out for a part in a horror flick or being asked to cry on cue during a soap opera audition. Just as important, in each episode the parents will also have their own challenge - without their kids to see if they're ready to handle Hollywood. It's a tough business but in the end one team will emerge the winner and receive $50,000 cash and one year representation by Marki Costello.
VH1.com will sneak peek episode one beginning Thursday, March 13 - one week before the series' on-air premiere and will be home to exclusive video content throughout the season. Additionally, each episode will be available on VH1.com every Monday following its Thursday on-air premiere.
"I Know My Kid's a Star" is executive produced by Danny and Gretchen Bonaduce. JD Roth, Todd Nelson, Adam Greener are executive producers for 3 Ball Productions and Jeff Olde and Claire McCabe are executive producers for VH1.
*all times ET/PT
VH1 connects viewers to the music, artists and pop culture that matter to them most with TV series, specials, live events, exclusive online content and public affairs initiatives. VH1 is available in 90 million households in the U.S. VH1 also has an array of digital channels and services including VH1Classic, VH1 Soul, VH1 Mobile, VH1Games and extensive broadband video on VH1.com. Connect with VH1 at VH1.com.
"I Know My Kid's A Star" premiering on VH1, Thursday, March 20 at 10pm challenges Danny Bonaduce to seek out one great, aspiring, triple-threat stage-hungry kid, identify them as a star, and train their driven stage mom or dad to be a supportive and fit parent who won't end up driving their kid into rehab.
Over the course of 8 hour-long episodes, "I Know My Kid's a Star" will feature ten Hollywood crazed parent/child teams living in a house in Los Angeles, willing to do whatever it takes so their child will become the next big star. The kids will need to have talent and the parents will need to have the smarts to navigate showbiz without ruining their child's career or life. The realities of the business become clearer, as each week Danny will eliminate one parent/child team that just won't make it in the cutthroat world of Hollywood.
Joining Danny in judging will be notable Hollywood casting director and manager, Marki Costello. The two will judge the teams based on skill level, poise, likeability, and stage presence of the kids. Each episode presents a challenge for the kids, whether it's auditioning for a cartoon voice-over, trying out for a part in a horror flick or being asked to cry on cue during a soap opera audition. Just as important, in each episode the parents will also have their own challenge -- without their kids to see if they're ready to handle Hollywood. It's a tough business but in the end one team will emerge the winner and receive $50,000 cash and one year representation by Marki Costello.
VH1.com will sneak peek episode one beginning Thursday, March 13 -- one week before the series' on-air premiere and will be home to exclusive video content throughout the season. Additionally, each episode will be available on VH1.com every Monday following its Thursday on-air premiere.
"I Know My Kid's a Star" is executive produced by Danny and Gretchen Bonaduce. JD Roth, Todd Nelson, Adam Greener are executive producers for 3 Ball Productions and Jeff Olde and Claire McCabe are executive producers for VH1.
CMT has tapped Rossi Morreale to host "Can You Duet," the cabler's upcoming music competish.
Skein, from FremantleMedia North America, will search for America's best country music duet. "Can You Dance" bows Monday, April 14 at 10:30 p.m.
Morreale's credits include the syndicated gamer "Temptation," as well as Style Network's "Foody Call" and the Travel Channel's "Riding with Rossi." He also hosted G4's "Swat" and TLC's "Junkyard Mega Wars." He was voted "Sexiest Man Alive" by People magazine in 2003.
FremantleMedia chief creative officer Eugene Young and CMT development chief Bob Kusbit announced Morreale's hiring, pointing to the host's "natural talent and charisma that makes people stand up and notice."
Jeff Boggs is exec producer on "Can You Duet," along with Kusbit and Melanie Moreau. Show will announce its judges at a later date.
[02.28.08 - 09:33 AM] ROSSI MORREALE NAMED HOST OF "CAN YOU DUET"
Released by CMT
[NOTE: The following article is a press release issued by the aforementioned network and/or company. Any errors, typos, etc. are attributed to the original author. The release is reproduced solely for the dissemination of the enclosed information.]
ROSSI MORREALE NAMED HOST OF "CAN YOU DUET"
New Music Competition Show From "American Idol" and "America's Got Talent" Producers Premieres Monday, April 14 on CMT
NASHVILLE February 28, 2008 Television personality Rossi Morreale ("Temptation," "TBS Weekend Extra," "Foody Call") has been named host of CAN YOU DUET, CMT's new weekly music competition series produced by FremantleMedia North America (FMNA), it was jointly announced today by Eugene Young, Chief Creative Officer for FMNA, and Bob Kusbit, Head of Development for CMT. Premiering on Monday, April 14 at 10:30 p.m., ET/PT, CAN YOU DUET will seek to find the best country music duet in America.
"Rossi is the real deal," said Young and Kusbit in a joint statement. "He's a natural talent with a charisma that makes people stand up and take notice. Whether you're a contestant on the show or a viewer at home, Rossi connects with what's important."
Voted "Sexiest Man Alive" by People magazine in 2003, Morreale currently hosts the nationally-syndicated game show "Temptation," and serves as special correspondent for "TBS Weekend Extra". Past hosting duties have included "Foody Call" on The Style Network, where he helped turn average guys into culinary Casanovas; "Riding with Rossi," his signature show on The Travel Channel where he celebrated the country's continuing love affair with motorized vehicles; "Sweat," a feature-oriented sports show on the G4 Network; and TLC's "Junkyard Mega-Wars." He also served as a correspondent for "On-Air with Ryan Seacrest" and hosted Spike TV's "Midnight Spike".
Unlike other talent competition shows, each contestant on "Can You Duet?" will compete as part of a duo, working with different partners week after week as the competition progresses. As a result, viewers will witness first-hand all the on and off-stage drama to be had in creating a dynamic musical duo. In addition to critiquing each performance and deciding who will advance to the next round, be sent home, and ultimately be crowned the best new duet in America, the Judges (to be announced) will also serve as mentors to guide, groom and develop the duets along the way.
CAN YOU DUET is produced by FremantleMedia North America. Jeff Boggs ("Nashville Star," "Spy TV") is executive producer. Bob Kusbit and Melanie Moreau serve as executive producers for CMT.
CMT has a rich history of finding and creating dynamic musical pairings with such series as CROSSROADS, which joins country music stars with artists from other genres. Upcoming CMT CROSSROADS combinations include Robert Plant & Alison Krauss and Maroon 5 and Sara Evans.
CMT, a unit of Viacom's MTV Networks (NYSE: VIA and VIA.B), is the leading television and digital authority on country music and Heartland entertainment, reaching more than 87 million homes in the U.S. CMT and its website, CMT.com, offer an unparalleled mix of music, news, live concerts and series and is the top resource for country music on demand. The network's digital platforms include the 24-hour music channel, CMT Pure Country, CMT Mobile and CMT VOD.
MTV Networks, a unit of Viacom , is one of the world's leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. MTV Networks, with 137 channels worldwide, owns and operates the following television programming services - MTV: MUSIC TELEVISION, MTV2, VH1, mtvU, NICKELODEON, NICK at NITE, COMEDY CENTRAL, TV LAND, SPIKE TV, CMT, NOGGIN/THE N, VH1 CLASSIC, LOGO, MTVN INTERNATIONAL and THE DIGITAL SUITE FROM MTV NETWORKS, a package of 13 digital services, all of these networks trademarks of MTV Networks. MTV Networks connects with its audiences through its robust consumer products businesses and its more than 200 interactive properties worldwide, including online, broadband, wireless and interactive television services and also has licensing agreements, joint ventures, and syndication deals whereby all of its programming services can be seen worldwide.
FremantleMedia North America (FMNA) is the U.S. production division of global media giant FremantleMedia. Based in Burbank, California, FMNA produces entertaining and innovative television programs for network, cable and syndicated platforms, including the Emmy-nominated musical/reality phenomenon "American Idol" (FOX), "American Idol Rewind" (syndicated), "American Idol Extra" (Fox Reality Channel), "America's Got Talent" (NBC), "Farmer Wants A Wife" (The CW), "Can You Duet" (CMT), "The Janice Dickinson Modeling Agency" (Oxygen), "Property Ladder" (TLC), "Family Feud" (syndicated), "Temptation" (syndicated), "Million Dollar Password" (CBS), and the longest-running game show in television history, "The Price Is Right" (CBS). For further information, visit http://www.fremantlemedia.com.
ALLI SIMS SPEAKS EXCLUSIVELY WITH E! NEWS? JASON KENNEDY ABOUT BEING DENIED ACCESS TO BRITNEY?S HOME AND HER HOPES FOR THE POP STAR
Los Angeles, CA ? February 9, 2008 ? E! News? Jason Kennedy spoke exclusively with Britney Spears? cousin, Alli Sims at the People Magazine pre-Grammy party about being denied entry into Britney?s home and her wishes for the pop star.
In the only on-camera interview Sims has given in months, she explained to Kennedy ??its kind of true, I drove up to go in there for a minute because I had to go to another party (nearby)?I just talked to her for a second.?
Although Sims could not get into the house that night, she does still speak to Britney a few times a day over the phone. Kennedy asked Sims how Britney was doing and Sims said, ?she?s doing good and everything is going OK and I love her to death and she knows that and everybody?s rooting for her.?
What Sims explained she really wants is? ?for everything to get back to normal and balance out? I just want her to be happy.?
For this story and all of your entertainment news, log on to www.eonline.com any time or tune-in to E! News every night at 7:00pm ET/PT.
Catch our client Liza Utter on Style Networks "The Big Party Plan Off" February 11, 2008 @ 7pm.
The show is part reality, part Martha Stewart (on crack) and 100%
guerilla party planning. It's lots of fun and has some surprises...I
guarantee you'll get some great ideas out of it and/or possibly even
be inspired .
For the first time since a temporary restraining order was filed against him, Britney Spears’ pal Sam Lutfi speaks exclusively with E! In a phone conversation with E! News correspondent Jason Kennedy Lutfi responds to the explosive allegations leveled against him by Lynne Spears in the court order.
Among those allegations are charges that Lutfi took away Britney’s phone chargers, verbally abused her and cut the phone lines to her house. Lutfii tells Kennedy, “I’m not worried about what Lynne is saying. It’s not true. They’re family and their concerns are understandable but these allegations are not true”.
It’s been reported that Lutfi, who has not been seen in public in recent days, is in hiding. When asked about his location today, Lutfi would not reveal his whereabouts to Kennedy.
The producers of American Idol are teaming up with CMT to find the next great country music duo in the most original singing competition ever, Can You Duet. In the tradition of powerhouse duos such as Big & Rich, Kenny and Dolly, Johnny and June Carter Cash, Brooks & Dunn, and even Billy Ray and Miley Cyrus, Can You Duet is the ultimate singing competition looking to launch an unknown duo into country music superstardom.
Q: How did you get the job to co-host the show?
