For 9-year-old Sheldon Cooper, it isn't easy growing up in East Texas. Being a once-in-a-generation mind capable of advanced mathematics and science isn't always helpful in a land where church and football are king. And while the vulnerable, gifted and somewhat na
ABC Wins Tuesday With Its Longest Winning Streak on the Night in 11 Years
by Tori Hartshorn - April 11, 2018
ABC Tuesday Primetime (8:00-11:00 p.m. – 5.9 million and 1.5/6 in AD18-49): ABC won its 3rd consecutive Tuesday with Adults 18-49 by 36% over runner-up NBC (1.5/6 vs. 1.1/4), giving the Net its longest in-season winning streak on the night in more than 11 years – since winning 10/3-10/...
One For The Thumb! CBS Wins Fifth Straight Week In Viewers, Wins Six Nights
by Tori Hartshorn - April 10, 2018
Showing balance across genres and strength across the week, CBS won six nights last week (Tuesday through Sunday) and remained the most-watched network for the fifth straight week, according to Nielsen live plus same day ratings for the week ending April 8. CBS had five of the week's top six broadc...
CBS Renews Critically Acclaimed Comedy Led By Anna Farris & Allison Janney, MOM, for a Sixth Season
by Tori Hartshorn - April 09, 2018
CBS announced today that it has renewed the critically acclaimed MOM for the 2018-2019 season. The comedy starring Anna Faris and Academy and Emmy Award winner Allison Janney, which recently celebrated its 100thepisode, is being picked up for a sixth season, joining other hit shows from CBS' powerho...
ABC's SCANDAL Builds in Its New 10 p.m. Slot and Boosts the Hour Year to Year
by Tori Hartshorn - April 06, 2018
ABC Thursday Prime (8:00-11:00 p.m. – 5.2 million and 1.2/5 in AD18-49): ABC's TGIT lineup ran neck-and-neck with a “Big Bang”-led CBS for No. 1 on Thursday in Adults 18-49 (1.2/5 vs. 1.3/6) and beat out NBC by 50% (0.8/3) and Fox by 71% (0.7/3). With strong delayed viewing for its ...
ABC's SCANDAL Builds in Its New 10 p.m. Slot and Boosts the Hour Year to Year
by Macon Prickett - April 06, 2018
ABC's TGIT lineup ran neck-and-neck with a “Big Bang”-led CBS for No. 1 on Thursday in Adults 18-49 (1.2/5 vs. 1.3/6) and beat out NBC by 50% (0.8/3) and Fox by 71% (0.7/3). With strong delayed viewing for its Thursday dramas, ABC is projected to move ahead and win Thursday night, once Live + 7...
Find Out What Happens On An All New MOM, Guest Starring Broadway Legend Patti LuPone
by Tori Hartshorn - April 05, 2018
As previously announced, Patti LuPone will guest star in upcoming episode of MOM on CBS. LuPone will play Rita, the new owner of the building that is managed by Bonnie (Allison Janney). Rita is a bit of a live wire: Freshly divorced, she's either barking orders or sharing way too much about her pers...
CBS Wins Fourth Straight Week In Viewers
by Tori Hartshorn - April 04, 2018
Even during a week with formidable event programming on broadcast and cable, it was “steady as she goes” for CBS, as the Network won four nights (Tuesday through Friday), while remaining the most-watched network for the fourth straight week, according to Nielsen live plus same day ratings for th...
CBS Wins Fourth Straight Week with Viewers
by Macon Prickett - April 03, 2018
Even during a week with formidable event programming on broadcast and cable, it was 'steady as she goes' for CBS, as the Network won four nights (Tuesday through Friday), while remaining the most-watched network for the fourth straight week, according to Nielsen live plus same day ratings for the we...
BWW Interview: A Conversation With Jason Alexander and How He Got to Broadway
by Leigh Scheps - April 02, 2018
Before his guest starring role on Young Sheldon, last season's off-Broadway production of The Portuguese Kid and of course nearly a decade as George Costanza on Seinfeld, Jason Alexander was a song and dance man on Broadway. He made his Broadway debut in Merrily We Roll Along in 1981, followed by a ...
Brief 4/2: Learn More About JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, and More!
by Stephi Wild - April 02, 2018
Good morning BroadwayWorld! Today's top stories: go behind the scenes of rehearsal for Jesus Christ Superstar Live, learn about how the show came about, and more!...
VIDEO: Watch Jason Alexander Play Annie on YOUNG SHELDON
by Stephi Wild - March 31, 2018
On a recent episode of Young Sheldon, Jason Alexander found himself back onstage...as Annie....
CBS Renews SEAL TEAM And S.W.A.T. For 2018-2019 Broadcast Season
by Macon Prickett - March 28, 2018
CBS announced today that the Network's top two freshman dramas, SEAL TEAM and S.W.A.T., are being renewed for the 2018-2019 broadcast season. The pickups follow the previous renewal of the top new series of the season, YOUNG SHELDON. Based on current Nielsen ratings, YOUNG SHELDON, SEAL TEAM and S.W...
CBS Announces Season Finale Airdates for 2017 - 2018
by Macon Prickett - March 22, 2018
CBS today announced season finale dates for its primetime comedies, drama and unscripted series....
Ryan Murphy to Appear in Conversation with Barbra Streisand at PaleyFest, Select Panels Streamed Live, and More
by Julie Musbach - March 16, 2018
The Paley Center for Media today announced Emmy Award-winning writer, producer, and director Ryan Murphy will join beloved entertainer Barbra Streisand in conversation at the opening night of PaleyFest LA 2018 on March 16. The PaleyFest Icon Tribute to Ms. Streisand marks the first time she has been...
CBS Wins Weekly Viewer Crown As THE BIG BANG THEORY & NCIS Continue As Most Watched Comedy and Drama
by Tori Hartshorn - March 13, 2018
CBS returned to its winning ways as the most-watched network, emerging victorious on five nights last week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday), according to Nielsen live plus same day ratings. Additionally, the Network had the most-watched program (THE BIG BANG THEORY) and drama (NCI...
Broadway Legend Patti LuPone To Guest Star On CBS Comedy MOM
by Macon Prickett - March 07, 2018
According to Entertainment Weekly, Patti LuPone will guest star in upcoming episode of MOM on CBS. LuPone will play Rita, the (demanding) new owner of the building that is managed by Bonnie (Allison Janney). Rita is a bit of a live wire: Freshly divorced, she's either barking orders or sharing wa...
Jim Parsons Joins Britney Spears as Honoree At This Years GLAAD Media Awards
by Macon Prickett - March 07, 2018
According to Entertainment Weekly, Jim Parsons has been announced as the latest honoree at this years GLAAD Media Awards. Parsons joins previously announced Britney Spears who is also being honored. ...
CBS Takes Five Nights In Viewers
by Tori Hartshorn - March 06, 2018
With all broadcasters returning to regularly scheduled programming (other than Sunday's Academy Awards telecast); CBS was once again the most-watched network on five nights last week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday), according to Nielsen live plus same day ratings. Additionally, t...
5-Star Theatricals Announces THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME
by Julie Musbach - March 01, 2018
5-STAR THEATRICALS (formerly Cabrillo Music Theatre) continues its 2017-2018 season with the Thousand Oaks premiere of THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME, with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Stephen Schwartz, book by Peter Parnell (based on the Victor Hugo Novel and songs from the Disney film), musical di...
BIG BROTHER: CELEBRITY EDITION Finishes Strong On CBS
by Tori Hartshorn - February 27, 2018
As the Winter Games come to a close, a review of broadcast programming not originating from PyeongChang reveals that CBS finished a very strong second for the week on six of seven nights against Olympic competition, according to Nielsen live plus same day ratings....
CBS Claims Ratings Silver In Viewers And Demos
by Tori Hartshorn - February 21, 2018
Against Olympian competition, CBS claimed a strong ratings silver for Week 21 of the 2017-2018 broadcast season according to Nielsen live plus same day ratings. Led by four episodes of BIG BROTHER: CELEBRITY EDITION (Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday), the Network was #2 for the week in viewers (...
Jim Parsons Will Star in Film Adaption of THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE
by Nicole Rosky - February 12, 2018
According to Variety, Jim Parsons has signed on to star and co-produce a film adaptation of Matthew Lopez's 2015 play, The Legend of Georgia McBride. Parsons will play veteran drag queen Tracey Mills- played off Broadway by Matt McGrath....
2018 PaleyFest LA Initial Talent Announced: Barbra Streisand, Allison Janney, Seth MacFarlane and More!
by Macon Prickett - February 08, 2018
The Paley Center for Media today announced the initial group of talent who will be participating in its 35th annual PaleyFest LA, Hollywood's ultimate TV fan festival, March 16-25, at the DOLBY Theatre in Hollywood. PaleyFest LA 2018 gives fans access to special screenings, exclusive conversations, ...
YOUNG SHELDON To Welcome Jason Alexander As Guest Star
by Tori Hartshorn - February 06, 2018
According to Variety, the CBS breakout comedy YOUNG SHELDON is set to have actor Jason Alexander as an upcoming guest star. Alexander is set to portray Sheldon's drama teacher, Mr. Lundy. The episode is set to air this spring. Read about it from Variety here!...
ABC's TGIT Lineup Rises Rises To 18-Week Highs On Thursday Night
by Tori Hartshorn - February 02, 2018
ABC's TGIT Lineup Rises Rises To 18-Week Highs On Thursday Night...
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