Robin Williams Eyes Return to TV in David E. Kelley Comedy
by Caryn Robbins
- Aug 31, 2012
TVLine reports that Academy Award-winner and Broadway headliner Robin Williams is considering a return to the small screen and is currently in discussions to star in a new single-camera comedy from 'The Practice's David E. Kelley.
Scott Baio to Star in Nick at Nite's New Comedy SEE DAD RUN
by Caryn Robbins
- Aug 6, 2012
Nick at Nite will premiere its first-ever original live-action family comedy executive produced by and starring Scott Baio, SEE DAD RUN on Saturday, Oct. 6, it was announced today by Marjorie Cohn, President, Original Programming and Development, Nickelodeon Group.
Scott Baio's SEE DAD RUN Set for Nick at Nite Premiere, 10/6
by TV News Desk
- Aug 3, 2012
Nick at Nite will premiere its first-ever original live-action family comedy executive produced by and starring Scott Baio, See Dad Run on Saturday, Oct. 6, it was announced today by Marjorie Cohn, President, Original Programming and Development, Nickelodeon Group. A multi-camera scripted half-hour, the series follows David Hobbs (Baio) an actor who, after ten years of starring as America's favorite TV dad, becomes a stay-at-home father to honor the deal he made with his soap star wife (Alanna Ubach, Meet the Fockers) so that she may return to the limelight. Mark Curry (Hangin' with Mr. Cooper) also joins the series as David's friend, Marcus. The series is currently in production on the former Happy Days stage in Los Angeles.
NBC Nixes HARRY'S LAW
by TV News Desk
- May 12, 2012
NBC will not bring back 'Harry's Law' for a third season, according to co-star Kathy Bates (Harriet 'Harry' Korn), who broke the news yesterday afternoon on Twitter.
TNT Picks Up Donnie Wahlberg's Police Docu-drama BOSTON BLUE
by Caryn Robbins
- May 11, 2012
TNT is expanding its slate of unscripted dramas with the addition of two exciting new series: the police procedural docu-drama BOSTON BLUE (working title), from executive producer Donnie Wahlberg (Blue Bloods, Boomtown), and the high-octane competition series 72 HOURS, (working title) from the executive producer of Extreme Makeover and The Moment of Truth.
TNT Picks Up Drama Series Starring Bill Irwin, Alfred Molina
by Caryn Robbins
- May 9, 2012
TNT has greenlit MONDAY MORNINGS, a powerful new series from award-winning producer David E. Kelley (Ally McBeal, Chicago Hope) and practicing neurosurgeon and CNN chief medical correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta, M.D., on whose book the series is based. The medical drama stars Broadway vets Bill Irwin and Alfred Molina.
TNT Greenlights New David E. Kelly Series MONDAY MORNINGS
by Caryn Robbins
- May 8, 2012
ET Online reports that the life story of CNN chief medical correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta will become a weekly scripted TV series. The 10-episode series will be led by TV producer David E. Kelley, producer of Chicago Hope, Picket Fences and Ally McBeal.
Scott Baio to Star in Nick at Nite's DADDY'S HOME
by Caryn Robbins
- Mar 27, 2012
Nickelodeon has ordered 20 episodes of the original scripted comedy series, Daddy's Home (working title), starring Scott Baio, it was announced today by Marjorie Cohn, President, Original Programming and Development, Nickelodeon Group.
Kristin Kreuk Among Stars to Appear in Upcoming Network Pilots
by Caryn Robbins
- Feb 17, 2012
Actors Kristin Kreuk and Austin Basis are among those who will be appearing in upcoming network pilots next season. The following is a list of pilots currently in development along with descriptions and casting details.
William Shatner's One Man Show Begins Previews on Broadway
by BWW News Desk
- Feb 14, 2012
Wililam Shatner's SHATNER'S WORLD: WE JUST LIVE IN IT opens today, February 14, and will play through March 4 at the Music Box Theater on Broadway before embarking on a national tour. A statement from the producers said: 'The two-hour show will take audiences on a voyage through Shatner's life and career, from Shakespearean stage actor to internationally known icon and raconteur.'
GLEE Dad Keong Sim to Join TNT Pilot 'Chelsea General'
by Caryn Robbins
- Feb 10, 2012
According to the Hollywood Reporter, actor Keong Sim, best known as the father of 'Glee's' Mike Chang (Harry Shum Jr.), will be joining the cast of David E. Kelley's upcoming pilot for TNT.
William Shatner's One Man Show Sets Broadway Dates
by Robert Diamond
- Jan 11, 2012
It's official, Wililam Shatner's SHATNER'S WORLD: WE JUST LIVE IN IT will play from February 14 - March 4 at the Music Box Theater on Broadway, before embarking on a national tour. A statement from the producers said: 'The two-hour show will take audiences on a voyage through Shatner's life and career, from Shakespearean stage actor to internationally known icon and raconteur.'
TNT Orders Pilot for New Drama Series 'L.A. Noir'
by Kelsey Denette
- Jan 9, 2012
TNT has ordered a pilot for L.A. Noir, a new drama series from executive producers Frank Darabont (The Walking Dead, The Shawshank Redemption), Michael De Luca (The Social Network, Moneyball) and Elliot Webb (Tall Time Tales). The project from TNT Original Productions is based on John Buntin's critically acclaimed book L.A. Noir: The Struggle for the Soul of America's Most Seductive City, which chronicles the epic battle between Los Angeles Police Chief William Parker and mobster Mickey Cohen. Alissa Phillips (Moneyball) of Michael De Luca Productions serves as co-executive producer. Darabont is set to write and direct the pilot.
STAGE TUBE: Karen Olivo Hosts a 'Behind-the-Scenes' Look at NBC's HARRY'S LAW
by Caryn Robbins
- Dec 30, 2011
NBC has posted an exclusive 'on the set' video of its hit primetime legal drama HARRY'S LAW. The video is hosted by Broadway vet Karen Olivo who portrays Cassie Reynolds on the show. In the video, Karen catches the action everywhere on and around the Harry's Law set, including visits with Kathy Bates, Nate Corddry and the production team.
William Shatner Headed to Broadway in One-Man Show
by Robert Diamond
- Dec 16, 2011
Michael Riedel reports in today's New York Post that William Shatner is headed to Broadway in early 2012 with a 2-3 week engagement of SHATNER'S WORD: WE JUST LIVE IN IT which will play for 2-3 weeks at the Music Box Theater on Broadway. The show will be a temporary booking at the theatre, which is currently home to PRIVATE LIVES, which just moved up its closing to December 31.
TNT Greenlights Pilot for New Drama Series CHELSEA GENERAL
by Caryn Robbins
- Dec 7, 2011
TNT has ordered a pilot for Chelsea General (working title), a new medical drama series from award-winning producer David E. Kelley (Ally McBeal, Chicago Hope) and practicing neurosurgeon and CNN chief medical correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta, M.D. Kelley and Dr. Gupta will executive-produce. Kelley wrote the pilot script for the series, which is based on Gupta's upcoming novel Monday Mornings.
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - A Purple Heart on Tonight's HARRY'S LAW on NBC
by Caryn Robbins
- Dec 7, 2011
On tonight's episode of NBC's HARRY'S LAW entitled, 'Purple Hearts', Harry (Kathy Bates), Oliver (Mark Valley) and Cassie (Karen Olivo) struggle to defend their client, a mother who stands accused of killing her infant son who suffered from a debilitating disorder with no hope for a cure. Meanwhile, Tommy (Christopher McDonald) and Adam (Nate Corddry) represent a former-soldier-turned-clown who, after suffering a minor traumatic brain injury in the Iraq War, was deemed ineligible for a Purple Heart. In the holiday spirit, Tommy and Adam try to get the veteran the recognition he deserves.
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