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Bette Midler, Neil Patrick Harris & More React to News of Maya Angelou's Passing
by Caryn Robbins - May 28, 2014


Celebrities have turned to Twitter to share their reaction to the sad news of Angelou's passing.

FAMILY FUN MOVIES AT THE LINCOLN Offers $1 Double Features of Family Films, Beg. Today
by Movies News Desk - May 24, 2014


The Lincoln Theatre has launched 'Family Fun Movies at the Lincoln Theatre,' a Today morning, summer film series offering double features of popular family films for just $1 per ticket (cash only).

Martinis Above Fourth Table + Stage to Welcome Robyn Spangler in WHY I LOVE LINDA RONSTADT, 5/29
by Tyler Peterson - May 22, 2014


On Thursday, May 29 at 8:00 PM, Martinis Above Fourth Table + Stage and Sher Krieger Events in San Diego are presenting Broadway World Award-winner Robyn Spangler in 'Why I Love Linda Ronstadt.'

FAMILY FUN MOVIES AT THE LINCOLN to Offer $1 Double Features of Family Films, Beg. 5/24
by Movies News Desk - May 21, 2014


The Lincoln Theatre has launched 'Family Fun Movies at the Lincoln Theatre,' a Saturday morning, summer film series offering double features of popular family films for just $1 per ticket (cash only).

GSN Airs Special 2-Hour Premiere Event for Third Season of THE AMERICAN BIBLE CHALLENGE Tonight
by TV News Desk - May 22, 2014


GSN's third season premiere of its highest rated original series of all time, THE AMERICAN BIBLE CHALLENGE, a one-hour game show hosted by Jeff Foxworthy in which contestants compete based on their knowledge of the Bible premieres tonight, May 22nd at 8 PM (ET/PT) with two back-to-back original episodes and continues with new episodes Thursdays at 8 PM (ET/PT) on GSN.

Sociologist and Best-Selling Author Dr. Bertice Berry Speaks to Colorado Technical University Graduates
by Christina Mancuso - May 21, 2014


Dr. Bertice Berry, PhD., will deliver the commencement address to the 2014 graduates of Colorado Technical University (CTU). CTU selected Dr. Berry for her dedication to education as a former teacher and her ability to use a combination of comedy and advice to connect with and inspire students. The graduation ceremony will takes place in Denver on June 21, 2014.

Discovery Science Center Hosts MythBusters: The Explosive Exhibition, 6/14
by Christina Mancuso - May 20, 2014


Discovery Channel's Emmy-nominated series comes to life to uncover truths behind popular myths by mixing scientific method with gleeful curiosity and old-fashioned ingenuity in MythBusters: The Explosive Exhibition, which makes its way to the Taco Bell Discovery Science Center beginning June 14, 2014 - September 7, 2014.

HitFix & Moviefone Co-Founder/Voice Partner to Launch Video Six-Second Reviews
by Caryn Robbins - May 20, 2014


HitFix (www.hitfix.com), the fastest-growing entertainment news brand in the US, and Russ Leatherman, the iconic voice and co-founder of Moviefone, today announced their partnership and the launch of video Six-Second Review

Former ABC News Anchor Carole Simpson 'Very Mad' After Being Left Out of Barbara Walters Send-Off
by TV News Desk - May 19, 2014


Carole Simpson, a former newscaster for both ABC and NBC alongside Barbara Walters, was not included among the 25 female journalists influenced by Walters who appeared in her send-off episode of THE VIEW on Friday, May 16.

Windham Theatre Guild to Present WAITING FOR OPRAH, 5/30-6/8
by Tyler Peterson - May 18, 2014


Remember the days on TV when everyone was talking about Oprah Winfrey's Book club shows? Well, the Windham Theatre Guild is happy to end its 2013-2014 season with a touching new comedy that's becoming a surprising hit across the country... Waiting For Oprah, running May 30th through June 8th at the Burton Leavitt Theatre. It's the last meeting of the First Tuesday Book Club (which meets on Thursday!) and Allison, Mia, Fran, Louise, and Janice are all anxiously awaiting the arrival of their celebrity guest. Janice is determined to make a good impression despite the fact she hasn't read the book. Louise is thrilled at the idea of being in the same room as Oprah. Allison, however, is not convinced that Oprah's arrival will do anything but disrupt the meeting. Mia, arriving late as usual, is simply delighted that she hasn't missed anything yet. And Fran is just waiting for a miracle to change the course of her entire life.

OWN Postpones Michael Sam Docuseries
by TV News Desk - May 16, 2014


Just two days after OWN announced plans for a Michael Sam docuseries, Variety reports that the network has decided to postpone the project about the new Rams player.

VIDEO: Watch Barbara Walters Final Farewell to THE VIEW & More
by Caryn Robbins - May 16, 2014


Below, check out video highlights from the show including Walters' final farewell!

VIDEO: 25 Top Female Journalists Honor Barbara Walters on Her Final THE VIEW
by Caryn Robbins - May 16, 2014


Oprah Winfrey stops by the show and does a landmark roll call of introducing 25 female journalists who were influenced by the legendary journalist.

OWN to Air FLEX & SHANICE Primetime Special on 5/31
by Tyler Peterson - May 15, 2014


OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network premieres a new primetime special “Flex & Shanice,” on Saturday, May 31 at 10 p.m. ET/PT. The one-hour special will give viewers an exclusive look into the lives of married couple, actor Flex Alexander and 90s pop singer Shanice, and their outrageous family members living under one roof.

OWN Orders Michael Sam Docuseries
by Tyler Peterson - May 14, 2014


OWN: OPRAH WINFREY NETWORK announced today a new multi-part documentary series following the life of Michael Sam, who made history when he became the first openly gay football player drafted into the NFL by the St. Louis Rams. OWN partners with Emmy-winning producer Craig Piligian's Pilgrim Studios and Emmy-nominated filmmaker Amy Rice ('Lindsay,' 'By The People: The Election of Barack Obama') to produce 'The Untitled Michael Sam Project' (working title) which spotlights the former University of Missouri football player and his historic journey as he prepares to enter the biggest professional sports league in America.

Beyonce Tops Nominees for 2014 BET Awards; Full List Announced!
by Caryn Robbins - May 14, 2014


BET Networks has announced the nominations for the "BET Awards" 2014. Nominations were announced in 20 categories

VIDEO: First Look - Helen Mirren Stars in HUNDRED-FOOT JOURNEY
by Caryn Robbins - May 13, 2014


DreamWorks Pictures has released the trailer for director Lasse Hallström's The Hundred-Foot Journey, starring Helen Mirren, Manish Dayal, Om Puri and Charlotte Le Bon.

Discovery Channel to Premiere SIBERIAN CUT, 6/3
by Caryn Robbins - May 13, 2014


SIBERIAN CUT, premiering on the Discovery Channel Tuesday, June 3 at 10PM ET/PT, follows Sean as he puts everything on the line for the opportunity of a lifetime in deepest Siberia.

Find a CAKE BOSS Sweet Ticket - Win Chance to Meet Buddy Valastro!
by Caryn Robbins - May 12, 2014


The Cake Boss is baking up something sweet and he wants to share it with you!

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