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Slipping and sliding back into Fathom-equipped movie theaters nationwide for an encore engagement on August 22 in honor of its sixtieth anniversary, the iconic and legendary 1952 movie musical masterpiece SINGIN' IN THE RAIN makes its grand return to the silver screen in a brand new HD remastering that any movie musical fan, film fanatic or Broadway baby will definitely want to experience first hand - especially on the very night before Gene Kelly's 100th birthday. A special event presented by Turner Classic Movies - also featuring an exclusive behind-the-scenes documentary hosted by Robert Osborne and spotlighting original film star Debbie Reynolds - this Wednesday's encore showing of SINGIN' IN THE RAIN is one more enduring entry in a continuing series of classic releases shown in HD for the first time in Fathom-equipped movie theaters across the country - past highlighted films have included SCARFACE, WEST SIDE STORY, THE SOUND OF MUSIC, CASABLANCA and many more. So, in celebration of SINGIN' IN THE RAIN splashing its way back to the silver screen one more time, today we are going to take a look back at some of the most well-known and best-loved scenes from the film - boasting a star-studded cast led by Gene Kelly, Donald O'Conner and Debbie Reynolds; directed by Kelly and Stanley Donen, with songs by Nacio Herb Brown and movie musical magnate Arthur Freed - as well as partake in the many famous and infamous homages paying tribute to the rightly well-regarded movie musical gem over the years since its release. Gene Kelly to Gwyneth Paltrow to Kurt Browning to Usher; GLEE to THE MUPPET SHOW to FAMILY GUY; A CLOCKWORK ORANGE to FAME to SPAMALOT and far, far beyond; this retrospective look at one of the most important and influential - and just plain fun - American movie musicals ever produced certainly has it all; and then some! Ain't it great to stay up late (again)?

According to The Hollywood Reporter' AMERICAN IDOL Season 11 champion Phillip Phillips has earned his first gold record for his single 'Home.'

Slipping and sliding back into Fathom-equipped movie theaters nationwide for one night only on July 12 in honor of its sixtieth anniversary, the iconic and legendary 1952 movie musical masterpiece SINGIN' IN THE RAIN makes its grand return to the silver screen in a brand new HD remastering that any movie musical fan, film fanatic or Broadway baby will definitely want to see first hand. A special event presented by Turner Classic Movies - also featuring an exclusive behind-the-scenes documentary hosted by Robert Osborne and featuring original film star Debbie Reynolds - the July 12 showing of SINGIN' IN THE RAIN is one more enduring entry in a continuing series of classic releases shown in HD for the first time in Fathom-equipped movie theaters across the country prior to their release on Blu-ray - past highlighted films have included SCARFACE, WEST SIDE STORY, THE SOUND OF MUSIC, CASABLANCA and many more. So, in celebration of SINGIN' IN THE RAIN splashing its way back to cinemas next week, today we are going to take a look back at some of the most well-known and best-loved scenes from the film - boasting a star-studded cast led by Gene Kelly, Donald O'Conner and Debbie Reynolds; directed by Kelly and Stanley Donen, with songs by Nacio Herb Brown and movie musical magnate Arthur Freed - as well as partake in the many famous and infamous homages paying tribute to the rightly well-regarded movie musical gem over the years. Gene Kelly to Gwyneth Paltrow to Kurt Browning to Usher; GLEE to THE MUPPET SHOW to FAMILY GUY; A CLOCKWORK ORANGE to FAME to SPAMALOT and far, far beyond; this retrospective look at one of the most important and influential - and just plain fun - American movie musicals ever produced certainly has it all; and then some! Ain't it great to stay up late?

American Idol LIVE! returns to Detroit's Joe Louis Arena to launch the 2012 tour tonight, July 6 at 7 p.m. The hit tour is the first chance to see this season's talented top 10 finalists in concert to include DeAndre Brackensick, Hollie Cavanagh, Colton Dixon, Heejun Han, Skylar Laine, Joshua Ledet, Phillip Phillips, Jessica Sanchez, Elise Testone and Erika Van Pelt.

Off-Broadway's Gotham Stage Company previously announced the cast for the final presentation in its 2012 SPRINGboard New Works Reading Series hosted at The Players Club on Gramercy Park. Barbara Barrie, Mitch Greenberg, Colin Hanlon, Amelia McClain, A'Lisa D. Miles, Donna Mitchell, Jed Orlemann, David Shih, and Samuel Stricklen are set to participate in the reading of IN A TOWN NEAR FAITH, the new play by Gotham's Resident Playwright, Randall David Cook.

Off-Broadway's Gotham Stage Company today announced the cast for the final presentation in its 2012 SPRINGboard New Works Reading Series hosted at The Players Club on Gramercy Park. Barbara Barrie, Mitch Greenberg, Colin Hanlon, Amelia McClain, A'Lisa D. Miles, Donna Mitchell, Jed Orlemann, David Shih, and Samuel Stricklen are set to participate in the reading of IN A TOWN NEAR FAITH, the new play by Gotham's Resident Playwright, Randall David Cook.

TVGuide.com put this season's AMERICAN IDOL final contestants on the spot by asking them such questions as 'Who's the hottest finalist?' and 'Who gave this season's best performance?' Check out their responses below!

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Phillip Phillips has earned the highest ever American Idol digital debut sales on record with his single 'Home' which bowed at No. 2 with 278,000 downloads sold according to Nielsen SoundScan.

Godspell's Morgan James will complete the Memorial Day Weekend with her soul 'n' blues band at Rockwood Music Hall (196 Allen Street) on Monday, May 28th at 9pm. Tickets are $10.

The 11th season of AMERICAN IDOL came to a sensational conclusion last night as Phillip Phillips was crowned the winner during the live two-hour season finale on FOX. Phillips, 21, from Leesburg, GA, received the most of America's world record-shattering 132 million votes - the highest number in the show's history.

On last night's AMERICAN IDOL results show, global superstar and AMERICAN IDOL judge, Jennifer Lopez, performed her hit new song 'Dance Again.'

Last night, Joshua Ledet, Phillip Phillips and Jessica Sanchez were named the Top Three AMERICAN IDOL finalists. One of them will be crowned the next AMERICAN IDOL, but not before all three travel back to their hometowns, to see family, friends and fans.

Tonight on American Idol, four became three, David Cook performed and more. Find out who the top three are now!

American Idol LIVE! will return to Detroit's Joe Louis Arena to launch the 2012 tour on Friday, July 6 at 7 p.m. The hit tour is the first chance to see this season's talented top 10 finalists in concert to include DeAndre Brackensick, Hollie Cavanagh, Colton Dixon, Heejun Han, Skylar Laine, Joshua Ledet, Phillip Phillips, Jessica Sanchez, Elise Testone and Erika Van Pelt.

AMERICAN IDOL's Season 11 Top Four compilation album, featuring full-length recordings of performances from last night's show, is now available at the iTunes Store. The compilation includes music in accordance with this week's themes, 'California Dreamin' and 'Songs We Wish We Wrote,' and for the first time this season, also features duets.

Don't miss the live American Idol results show tonight, May 10 (8:00-9:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed), when the Top Three finalists are announced and get set for their hometown visits to see family, friends and fans. In addition, global superstar and AMERICAN IDOL judge, Jennifer Lopez, will perform her hit new song 'Dance Again.' Season Seven AMERICAN IDOL winner David Cook also returns to the IDOL stage to perform 'The Last Song I'll Write For You.'

Zap2it.com has revealed the set list for tonight's AMERICAN IDOL performance show. On the show, the remaining four contestants will be tasked to sing one song with the theme 'California Dreamin' and one song with the theme, 'Songs you wish you wrote.'

Continuing the diversification of its highly successful television business, Lionsgate, a leading global entertainment company, is partnering with television and music entrepreneur and producer Simon Fuller to develop a contemporary television musical drama chronicling the lives and loves of a young California rock-and -roll band, the two partners announced today.

Global superstar Rihanna will perform her latest smash hit 'Where Have You Been' on the AMERICAN IDOL Grand Finale Wednesday, May, 23 (8:00-10:07 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed) on FOX, when the newest winner is crowned.