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ABC to Flip 'The Gong Show,' 'Take Two' Next Today, July 19

ABC to Flip 'The Gong Show,' 'Take Two' Next Thursday, July 19

Halloween comes to life in a brand-new comedy adventure based on R.L. Stine's 400-million-selling series of books. The film is directed by Ari Sandel, written by Rob Lieber, and produced by Deborah Forte and Neal H. Moritz.

Carolines on Broadway, New York City's premier comedy venue, presents its talented line-up for the month of July, highlighted by headliners Ken Jeong, 'Mr. Chow' from The Hangover films, on July 1; Michael Blackson, 'The African King of Comedy,' July 5 - 8; Ryan Davis, from HBO's All Def Comedy, July 12 - 15; Whitney Cummings, from her HBO special 'I'm Your Girlfriend,' July 19 - 21; and Marlon Wayans, from NBC's Marlon, July 26 - 29.

The entertainment community is coming together for Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) and its sixth biennial roadblock televised fundraising special, supporting urgently needed research and new treatments for cancer.  

Carolines on Broadway, New York City's premier comedy venue, presents its talented line-up for the month of June, highlighted by headliners Erik Griffin, from Showtime's I'm Dying Up Here, June 1 and 2;Maz Jobrani, from CBS' Superior Donuts, June 7 - 9; Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias, from his Netflix special 'I'm Sorry for What I Said When I Was Hungry,' one night only, June 8; Melissa Villaseñor, from NBC's Saturday Night Live, June 14 - 16; Jamie Lee, from HBO's Crashing, June 21 - 23; and Ken Jeong, 'Mr. Chow' from The Hangover films, June 28 - July 1.

According to Deadline, Netflix will be the home to a new comedy special from comedian Ken Jeong. He will film the special at Ice House Comedy Club in Pasadena, California this fall, with a premiere date to be determined.

There's a reason NFL linebackers can be found dancing in ballet studios during the offseason—it's a tough workout, which Ken Jeong and Kevin Hart figure out for themselves real quick.

Turner's truTV continues to bolster its growing roster of wholly-owned, original comedies as the network today unveiled its 2018-19 programming slate ahead of next week's 2018 Turner Upfront event at Madison Square Garden. The cable network, which since 2014 has transformed into a premium destination for a wide range of distinct, creator-driven scripted, unscripted and hybrid series, announced the greenlight of Tacoma FD (working title), a new scripted series from Super Troopers' Kevin Heffernan and Steve Lemme about a fire department in the wettest city in America. Also joining the slate are two new pilots - a comedic medical advice show created by Ken Jeong and an animated project from Jo Koy, which are currently in development. The network has also expanded its portfolio of existing original series, with new seasons of ADAM RUINS EVERYTHING and Hack My Life, along with an additional episode order for freshman series Laff Mobb's Laff Tracks.

Variety has reported that truTV has ordered the new comedy series, set to star Ken Jeong. It is billed as a 'comedy medical advice series'. Read more about the news from Variety here!

Following an inaugural season filled with hysterical moments and A-list celebrity guests, YouTube announced today at its annual digital upfront, Brandcast that it has commissioned season two of YouTube Original series Kevin Hart: What the Fit, bringing back Kevin Hart and even bigger punch lines and guest stars. In partnership with Lionsgate and Hart's Laugh Out Loud, this second season will raise more awareness of healthy living and wellness, as Kevin and his celebrity friends try out some of the most unique and outlandish workout routines.

The Pyramid is back! As part of ABC's "Sunday Fun & Games," the Emmy® Award-winning pop-culture phenomenon is reimagined and better than ever. Featuring an all-star cast of celebrities who take center stage and partner with contestants from across the country competing against each other with hopes of making it to the winners' circle and the ultimate prize of $100,000, "The $100,000 Pyramid" premieres SUNDAY, JUNE 10 (9:00-10:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network, streaming and on demand.

“The Gong Show,” which makes its triumphant return to television on THURSDAY, JUNE 21 (8:00-9:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC and stars celebrated film and television actor/comedian Mike Myers as the show's host – British comedic legend Tommy Maitland – has announced the names of some of the revolving panel of judges set to praise, critique and gong contestants in one of TV's all-time great variety shows.

Jon M. Chu (“Now You See Me 2”) directed the contemporary romantic comedy “Crazy Rich Asians,” based on the acclaimed worldwide bestseller by Kevin Kwan.

Constance Wu and newcomer Henry Golding talked with Ellen about being part of the groundbreaking film, which features an all-Asian cast for the first time in 25 years.

Jon M. Chu (“Now You See Me 2”) directs the contemporary romantic comedy “Crazy Rich Asians,” based on the acclaimed worldwide bestseller by Kevin Kwan. Watch the trailer below!

James Corden asks Shaquille O'Neal how a man with his credit has his card declined at Walmart, and Shaq explains that a $70,000 bill to fill his new apartment raises flags with credit card companies. James also asks Shaq about his epic rap battle against Ken Jeong, airing on this Sunday's season premiere of Drop the Mic on TBS at 10:30/9:30c.

Drop the Mic continues to bring the heat with more epic celebrity rap battles in Season 2!

East West Players (EWP), the nation's longest-running professional theater of color and the largest producing organization of Asian Pacific American artistic work, celebrates THE COMPANY WE KEEP, its 52nd Anniversary season with the Annual Visionary Awards Dinner & Silent Auction. Recognizing the achievements of individuals who have raised the visibility of the Asian Pacific American (APA) community through their craft, the gala fundraiser takes place on Monday, April 30, 2018 at the Hilton Universal City. Proceeds benefit East West Players' educational and artistic programs.