David Letterman News

NBA Hall of Famers Magic Johnson and Larry Bird talked about their storied basketball rivalry and their unique friendship off the court on last night's LATE SHOW with DAVID LETTERMAN. Their appearance coincided with the Opening Night of the new Broadway show MAGIC/BIRD.

The Midtown Men, a touring group starring four of the original cast members from JERSEY BOYS, just released a new promotional video featuring a performance of 'Working My Way Back to You' from their newly-released CD.

Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts will present a reading and book signing by bestselling author Sarah Vowell on Saturday, April 28, at 8 p.m.

Masters champion Bubba Watson talks about winning his first major championship Sunday at Augusta in thrilling fashion when he visits the LATE SHOW with DAVID LETTERMAN, Tuesday, April 10 (11:35 PM-12:37 AM, ET/PT).

Today's talk shows will feature appearances from GLEE's Jane Lynch, along with her co-star Cory Monteith, Maroon 5 frontman and 'The Voice' coach Adam Levine, funnyman Ricky Gervais and more. Set your DVRs for interviews with the following guests.

According to Hollywood Reporter, the recently created Blues Brothers Approved Ventures LLC and Panacea Entertainment, with oversight by Panacea founder and chairman Eric Gardner, have teamed up to manage the Blues Brothers property. The group is considering the production of a Blues Brothers Broadway musical in addition to the already announced television series developed by Dan Akroyd, Judy Belushi and Eric Gardner. Other possibilities include an animated series, a Las Vegas residency for the currently touring Official Blues Brothers Revue, licensing, endorsement, a branded radio network, book publishing, telephony and a greater social media presence, Hollywood Reporter writes.

Emmy®-nominated actor Rob Schneider, known for his blend of character and comedic acting, will perform at The Orleans Showroom May 11 and 12.

The Midtown Men, a touring group starring four of the original cast members from JERSEY BOYS, played at a fundraising event for the Boys & Girls Club in Atlantic City. This video shows them before their show, singing and dancing with the kids.

Sunday, June 10th, The Actors Fund will honor TONY® Award winner Jason Alexander at their 16th Annual Tony Awards® Party with the Julie Harris Award for Lifetime Achievement. The gala, which will be held at Skirball Center (2701 North Sepulveda Blvd, LA, 90049), features the only approved live feed of the Tony Awards as they happen in New York. The evening's host and presenter to be announced.

CBS has reached agreements with David Letterman and Craig Ferguson for contract extensions to host their respective late night franchises - LATE SHOW and THE LATE LATE SHOW - through 2014, it was announced today by Nina Tassler, President, CBS Entertainment. Both series are produced by Worldwide Pants, Inc.

Gary Gulman appears this weekend, April 5-7, at Side Splitters in Tampa, Florida.

Grammy nominated comic Lisa Lampanelli brings her infamous stand up to the desert's premiere showroom, The SHOW, at The Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa in Rancho Mirage for one night only on April 7. The outrageous and bawdy, loveable Queen of Mean has been almost unanimously heralded as the breakout star of this season's Celebrity Apprentice and is widely embraced for her "no holds barred", equal opportunity offensive humor. She has been called a cross between Don Rickles, Archie Bunker and a vial of estrogen and her politically incorrect wit takes no prisoners.

NBA Hall of Famers Magic Johnson and Larry Bird will visit the LATE SHOW with DAVID LETTERMAN, Wednesday, April 11 (11:35 PM-12:37 AM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Their LATE SHOW appearance will take place the same night as the official Broadway premiere of MAGIC/BIRD a play based on their fabled basketball rivalry and their long-standing friendship off the court.

THE COMEDY AWARDS, the annual event dedicated to honoring and celebrating the world of comedy, announced today that legendary comedian Don Rickles will be honored as the recipient of the prestigious 'Johnny Carson Award For Comedic Excellence' at this year's ceremony. 'The Daily Show's' Jon Stewart will present him with the prestigious award.

Singer, songwriter, and guitarist Gary Clark Jr. has been invited to perform at all of this year's major American music festivals, from a prime slot at the eclectic Bonnaroo (where he also appeared during the day last year), to the alternative mainstays Coachella and Montreal's Osheaga Festival, to the indie rock-driven Sasquatch!, to the NOLA Jazz & Heritage Festival, plus many other top-line festivals whose line-ups will be announced in the coming weeks.

Yo-yo champ Mark Hayward and celebrated contortionist Jonathan Burns team up for STUNT LAB, putting their madness to the test in the wackiest laboratory in world. Using everyday objects and their own ingenuity, this duo creates 'dangerous, amazing and wild experiments sure to please thrill seekers of all ages as they scientifically attempt 'The Greatest Stunt of All Time.'