Kara DioGuardi News

USA Network continues to expand its portfolio of character driven original series with 13 projects in development from industry heavyweights including Nathan Lane, Mark Gordon and Kara DioGuardi, plus Parkes/MacDonald Productions, it was announced today by Chris McCumber and Jeff Wachtel, co-presidents, USA.

Highline Ballroom is located at 431 West 16th Street between 9th Avenue and 10th Avenue.

Talk show listings for Tuesday, April 26.

Bravo turns up the heat on its summer programming delivering a sizzling lineup of new and inventive competition and docu-series exploring food, design, music and pop culture. Adding to the network's already robust original schedule, summer premieres include 'Rocco's Dinner Party,' 'Million Dollar Decorators,' 'The Real Housewives of New Jersey' season three and 'Platinum Hit.' For more information, visit www.BravoTV.com and follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/BravoPR

Bravo is creating a more immersive experience for viewers with an exclusive first look its new music competition series, 'Platinum Hit,' at the South By Southwest Music and Media Conference (SXSW) in Austin, Texas. The network will host an official panel on the series showcasing emerging singer-songwriters on their quest to become the next big hitmaker. Bravo is teaming up with Foursquare and SPIN to give music fans the ultimate VIP experience with the host and judge of 'Platinum Hit,' Jewel. Starting on March 16, fans that unlock Bravo's 'Platinum Hit' badge on Foursquare will be eligible to attend an intimate event where Jewel will perform several acoustic songs and answer questions from the audience. The first 90 'Platinum Hit' Badge holders to arrive at the SPIN Loft in Austin, Texas on March 17 will gain access to the private event. For more information, visit www.BravoTV.com and follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/BravoPR.

Bravo is creating a more immersive experience for viewers with an exclusive first look its new music competition series, 'Platinum Hit,' at the South By Southwest Music and Media Conference (SXSW) in Austin, Texas.

David Letterman: Matthew Morrison, Jeff Altman, Jessica Lea Mayfiel

Photos from the Global Action Awards Gala held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, Los Angeles.The inaugural GLOBAL ACTION AWARDS were created to recognize the unprecedented amount of power each of us has to solve problems, save lives, and see the future. A nominating process will bring to the fore leaders at all levels, in all sectors and of all generations responding with grassroots solutions to the problems of the world.

David Letterman: Matthew Morrison, Jeff Altman, Jessica Lea Mayfiel

'High School Musical's' Alyson Reed to Reprise Role of Drama Teacher Ms. Darbus

A favorite star from 'High School Musical' will be joined by six multitalented performers in a new music and dance-driven comedy pilot, 'Madison High' (working title). The series pilot introduces a troupe of theater students led by the melodramatic drama teacher Ms. Darbus, a beloved character from the cultural sensation 'High School Musical.' Production on the pilot begins in March in consideration for a Disney Channel series to premiere in early 2012.

Singer-songwriter Jason Reeves will premiere his new single, "Sticks & Stones," on AOL's PopEater [www.popeater.com].

Singer-songwriter Jason Reeves will premiere his new single, "Sticks & Stones," on AOL's PopEater [www.popeater.com].

It's back! After months of anticipation, Idol fans can finally sit back and enjoy this much anticipated season 10 return of Fox's highly addictive reality competition. With this tenth installment of the series, however, comes more changes than ever to the program that we are all so accustomed. Could such drastic alterations spark a new interest in a show that has been otherwise lack-luster for the past few seasons? I, for one have been very intrigued, but only tomorrow's ratings can say for sure. Have no idea what changes I'm talking about? Been living under a rock for the past six months? Let's review.

For the second year in a row, Folgers® is teaming up with Grammy® nominated songwriter and former American Idol® judge, Kara DioGuardi for the 2011 Folgers Jingle Contest.

Coming off of its fifth consecutive best-year-ever across all platforms; ranking as the No. 13 network in primetime among all cable entertainment networks in the coveted adult 18-49 demo and the No. 5 cable network among women 18-34; Bravo Media announced it will increase the network's must watch original programming by an additional 20 percent in 2011. The network successfully expanded to five nights of original primetime programming last November, delivering more breakout stars and ratings juggernauts to the most engaged, upscale and educated audience in cable. Bravo continues to translate buzz into reality with new and inventive competition and docu-series that tap into the network's 'passion groups' of Food, Fashion, Beauty, Design and Pop Culture. The latest series confirmed to premiere include 'Platinum Hit,' 'Rocco's Dinner Party,' 'Million Dollar Decorators' and 'Pregnant in Heels.' The announcements were made today by Frances Berwick, President of Bravo Media.

Photos from the gala opening night of Cinderella a modern musical in the style of a British panto at the El Portal Theater on November 27, 2010 in North Hollywood, California.

Lythgoe Family Productions, Magic Pictures International and Jason Haigh-Ellery presentCINDERELLA a Modern Musical Extravaganza! at the historic El Portal Theatre in North Hollywood from November 27-December 19, 2010. The Gala opening night on Saturday, November 27th will be a major fundraiser for LA'S Best recognized as one of the nation's top after school programs. In the style of the outrageous British holiday pantos, the Lythgoe Family (the people responsible for So You Think You Can Dance and American Idol) bring this wild, wacky and interactive holiday event to the States. The age-old fairytale of Cinderella is set to modern music, including Kelly Clarkson's 'Breakaway,' Michael Buble's 'Just Haven't Met You Yet,' and Jennifer Lopez' 'Let's Get Loud.' This U.S. premiere panto has a comical twist and incredible magic such as a pumpkin turning into a carriage with real live ponies right before your very eyes!

Gift Wrapped II: Snowed In, which features 11 brand-new recordings and five highly coveted and previously unavailable tracks, is available NOW as an iTunes LP (with loads of bonus content - see below) here:

British singer and songwriter Neon Hitch will join her pals in 3OH!3 for a series of dates on the electro hip-hop group's current "Streets of Gold" Tour beginning October 23rd.