THE SECRET STATE has arrived and is exploding onto the music scene with their new hit single, "The Biggest Mistake." The official video for the song has become a viral sensation with over 34 million views in just over two months
Today we are talking to a breakout Broadway star who has made a name for himself with memorable turns in this century's revivals of Rodgers & Hammerstein's FLOWER DRUM SONG, Stephen Sondheim's PACIFIC OVERTURES and Stephen Schwartz's GODSPELL on Broadway as well as turns in Schwartz's WICKED and Jonathan Larson's RENT in addition to his lauded work on the brand new Broadway-bound tuner ALLEGIANCE, co-starring Lea Salonga and George Takei - and, of course, his easily identifiable uniform-outfitted Warbler on Fox's hit musical dramedy series GLEE - the passionate and gifted Telly Leung! Besides taking a look back at many of his best-loved and most well-remembered roles to date, in this career-spanning conversation Leung and I also dissect the finer points of his new solo album, I'LL COVER YOU, as we look ahead to the splashy release party on December 2 at 54 Below, and he outlines his initial inspiration for the creation of it and recounts the recording process for the unique genre-crossing release. Plus, Leung generously shares some truly thrilling backstage stories involving luminaries such as Stephen Sondheim, Stephen Schwartz, Neil Patrick Harris and more as well as shares his infectious enthusiasm for future endeavors, near and far - after a well-earned vacation in January, that is. All of that and much, much more awaits!
On Thursday, Nov. 29 (8:00-9:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed), don't miss performances by Grammy Award-winning R&B singer/songwriter Alicia Keys, and Josh Krajcik, a finalist on last season's THE X FACTOR. Then, Khloe and Mario will announce the acts that made the cut in an all-new "Live Results" episode.
It seems the apple doesn't fall very far from the tree. The Victoria's Secret Angel, Alessandra Ambrosio, stars in the London Fog's Winter 2012 ad campaign with her 4-year-old daughter, Anja.
Amy Heideman, of dynamic pop duo Karmin, performed on Dancing With the Stars' results show Oct. 9, wearing the tribal "Voodoo" top by Pretty Pistol Clothing. Amy, known for her eccentric and funky good style, looks toned and gorgeous in the bustier, capped off with Luichiny's staple 6-inch blue peep toe heels. Karminites all around the world raved about her Pretty Pistol top and Luichiny shoes - definitely one of her stand out looks.
VH1's five-time Emmy Award-nominated documentary series BEHIND THE MUSIC returns to focus on eight of today's most influential icons in the music world.
VH1's five-time Emmy Award-nominated documentary series BEHIND THE MUSIC returns to focus on eight of today's most influential icons in the music world.
Ridiculously silly in all the right ways and featuring a comically gifted, star-studded principal cast--headed up by Richard Kind, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Rebecca Romijn, Dane Cook, Gary Beach, and Roger Bart--that delivers the goods with infectious gusto, this large-scale revival on this outdoor arena elicits a huge chorus of laughter. Back to re-stage the show on the massive stage of the Hollywood Bowl is Susan Stroman, who won Tony Awards for her direction and choreography of the original Broadway production. What results is a fun, beautifully-mounted production that's about as close to a real Broadway musical show than previous summer shows have attempted at this massive stage in the past.
New York City's Iridium Jazz Club will be presenting a reading of the first act of TWO LOST WORLDS, a new musical by Sinclair Mitchell on July 31 at 4:00 pm. The cast will include Nicole Scherzinger, from 'The Pussycat Dolls', 'Dancing With the Stars', and 'X-Factor'
TEEN CHOICE 2012 will once again celebrate the hottest teen icons in television, music, film, sports, fashion, comedy and the web in the choicest, star-studded two-hour event airing live tonight, July 22 (8:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed) on FOX. Among the nominees are GLEE star Lea Michele and 'How I Met Your Mother's Neil Patrick Harris.
Deadline.com reports that Nicole Scherzinger is set to join the judges panel of the UK's X FACTOR. Earlier this year, the singer was axed from the U.S. version of the show along with fellow judge Paula Abdul and show host Steve Jones.
The next wave of nominees has been announced for TEEN CHOICE 2012, airing live Sunday, July 22 (8:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed) on FOX. Movies 'The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1' and 'Snow White & The Huntsman' lead the second wave of TEEN CHOICE 2012 nominees with seven nominations each.
The second wave of nominees have been announced for the 2012 TEEN CHOICE AWARDS. Among the nominees are Broadway stars Sutton Foster, who has been nominated for Choice TV Breakout Female Star for her series 'Bunheads' and Andrew Garfield, nominated for Choice Summer Male Movie Star for his upcoming film 'The Amazing Spider-Man.'
A new promo for THE X FACTOR USA's second season has been unveiled by Fox. The clip reminds viewers of season one's rivalry between judges Simon Cowell and LA Reid and hints that more tension is in store with new judges Britney Spears and Demi Lovato joining the show. Check out the promo below!
According to a report on Deadline.com, newly hired X FACTOR judge Britney Spears walked off the set of the FOX singing competition during the very first taping of the show's Season 2. According to the report, the dramatic exit was the result of a contestant 'butchering' one of the pop singer's songs.
Recording artists Demi Lovato and Britney Spears will join Simon Cowell and L.A. Reid at the judge's table for the next season of THE X FACTOR USA. A new promo for the upcoming season of the singing competition featuring the new judges has just been released. Check it out below!
According to a report by The Independent, Andrew Lloyd Webber has just cast Radio 1 breakfast personality Chris Moyles as King Herod in his revival of Jesus Christ Superstar.
THE X FACTOR Upfronts have just confirmed that Demi Lovato and Britney Spears will join Simon Cowell and L.A. Reid at the judge's table for the next season of THE X FACTOR. Watch a video of the announcement below!
According to the Guardian, comedian Tim Minchin has signed on to play 'Judas' in an upcoming UK arena tour of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR. Minchin joins previously announced Nicole Scherzinger, who will play 'Mary' in the production. The tour will open at London's O2 Arena this summer.