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Discovery Channel to Premiere New Season of DEADLIEST CATCH, 4/16
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 3, 2013

From Thom Beers' Original Productions, the multiple Emmy Award-winning DEADLIEST CATCH returns for its ninth season at 9 PM E/P, Tuesday, April 16 on Discovery Channel.

Kal Penn to Host Discovery Channel's THE BIG BRAIN THEORY: PURE GENIUS, Premiering 5/1
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 2, 2013

Who will become America's next great innovator? Discovery's THE BIG BRAIN THEORY: PURE GENIUS is looking for the next great technological mind that could change the future. The eight-week series premieres Wednesday, May 1 at 10 PM E/P on Discovery Channel.

York Little Theatre Announces 'Night of Magic and Wonder' 4/6
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 2, 2013

On Saturday, April 6, York Little Theatre, in conjunction with Baltimore's Denny & Lee Magic Studio, is presenting a rare opportunity to see a variety of delightful comedy/magic acts all in one spectacular event. The show includes magicians Dennis Haney (Denny & Lee), George Gilbert, Joseph DePaul, Rob Anderson, Jesse McCarley and Kim Z. Headlining the event is Scott Alexander, famous for his appearances on AMERICA'S GOT TALENT.

Orlando Jones to Take Over as Madea in TYLER PERRY'S A MADEA CHRISTMAS, Set for Release 12/13
by Movies News Desk - Apr 1, 2013

NAACP Award nominee Orlando Jones will now play the role of Mabel 'Madea' Simmons in the next installment of the Madea franchise entitled 'Tyler Perry's A Madea Christmas'. He replaces creator Tyler Perry, who is focusing on the partnership between his company and Oprah Winfrey's struggling OWN network that was announced last October.

Discovery Channel Premieres THE SECRET LIFE OF MONEY Tonight
by TV News Desk - Mar 30, 2013

SECRET LIFE OF MONEY, premiering at 9 PM E/P tonight, March 30 on Discovery Channel, will look at the systems that design, produce, protect, distribute and manage America's money.

Discovery to Premiere New Episodes of OVERHAULIN', 4/15
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 28, 2013

Discovery debuts new episodes of television's definitive car restoration series OVERHAULIN'. The series brings viewers into the world of the iconic Foose Designs where Chip Foose and his dream team transform vehicles into the most amazing and imaginative automotives on television. OVERHAULIN' premieres Monday, April 15 at 9PM ET/PT.

Mark Badgley and James Mischka Tie the Knot
by Jennifer Diamond - Mar 25, 2013

After 28 years as a couple, Mark Badgley and James Mischka got married Friday at New York City Hall. Their big day was a lot less understated than their red carpet gowns worn by stars Sharon Stone, Oprah Winfrey and Teri Hatcher. Badgley's twin sister, O'Hara, was the sole witness when when they made it official at the city clerk's office.

Tom Selleck to Narrate Discovery's New Natural History Series NORTH AMERICA
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 22, 2013

The network behind the groundbreaking television events PLANET EARTH, LIFE, FROZEN PLANET and AFRICA is gearing up to present their next breathtaking natural history series, NORTH AMERICA, premiering Sunday, May 19 at 9PM ET/PT on Discovery Channel.

Meredith Jane Momoda Named NBCUniversal's VP of Branded Entertainment
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 21, 2013

Meredith Jane Momoda has been named Vice President, Branded Entertainment, NBCUniversal Domestic Television Distribution, it was announced today by Linda Finnell, SVP Programming and Development, NBCUniversal Domestic TV Distribution to whom Momoda will report.

Discovery Channel Presents KKK: BENEATH THE HOOD Tonight
by TV News Desk - Mar 20, 2013

KKK: BENEATH THE HOOD premieres on Discovery Channel tonight, March 20 at 8PM ET/PT and provides a rare look into the lives of modern day Klu Klux Klan (KKK) members.

CITIZEN HEARST Documentary Arrives on DVD, 5/7
by Claire Hannum - Mar 19, 2013

CITIZEN HEARTS, a documentary about one of the most famous media empires and its controversial leader -William Randolph Hearst- arrives on DVD May 7 from Lionsgate Home Entertainment, under license from A+E Networks Consumer Products.

The Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist Sign with De Montfort Music
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 18, 2013

De Montfort Music has inked a deal with The Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist. The label, representing beauty through music, has just wrapped the first part of an album featuring the voices of the popular Ann Arbor, MI based religious community. This marks the first official recording for the young and vibrant order of women religious.

Michele Williams of 'Destiny's Child' Leads FELA! Tour, Coming to Miami Now thru 3/24
by BWW News Desk - Mar 19, 2013

Producers Shawn 'Jay-Z' Carter, Will & Jada Pinkett Smith and Ruth & Stephen Hendel previously announced that Grammy Award-winning recording artist and former member of Destiny's Child Michelle Williams would star in the national tour of the award-winning Broadway musical Fela!, coming to Miami's Ziff Ballet Opera House at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts from tonight, March 19 - 24.

Discovery Channel Presents HOW WE INVENTED THE WORLD Tonight
by TV News Desk - Mar 19, 2013

Discovery Channel celebrates mankind's creative genius by examining four inventions that define the modern world - cell phones, cars, planes and skyscrapers. The four-part series HOW WE INVENTED THE WORLD premieres tonight, March 19 at 9PM ET/PT.

Daredevil Nik Wallenda to Cross Grand Canyon Without Harness, LIVE on Discovery Channel
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 18, 2013

It will be one of the most daring and captivating live events in history -- Nik Wallenda, known as 'The King of the High Wire,' will traverse the majestic Grand Canyon, without using a harness. Discovery Channel will capture the nail-biting, play-by-play live event on Sunday, June 23.

Dr. Brené Brown Set for OWN's SUPER SOUL SUNDAY Today
by TV News Desk - Mar 17, 2013

Oprah Winfrey and Dr. Brene Brown, internationally-acclaimed speaker and New York Times bestselling author of 'Daring Greatly,' discuss how what we often consider our greatest weaknesses may actually be our greatest strengths, in an all-new episode of 'Super Soul Today.'

Families of Sandy Hook Victims to Benefit from Sale of N. A. Noel's 'Be Still' Limited Edition Prints
by BWW News Desk - Mar 15, 2013

Artist Nancy Noel has joined with the My Sandy Hook Family Fund to offer limited edition prints of a new memorial painting, 'Be Still.' Proceeds will aid families of the victims of the December 14, 2012, shooting that took the lives of 20 children and six staff members at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn. The tragedy not only left the victims' families dealing with indescribable grief but also with financial strains. To help alleviate the burden, families of the children who survived created the My Sandy Hook Family Fund.

Oprah Winfrey Tops Forbes List of 'Most Influential Celebrities of 2013'
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 15, 2013

Forbes magazine has released its annual list of the most influential celebrities of 2013. Topping this year's list for the second year in a row is media mogul Oprah Winfrey.

Manilow's HARMONY, DeVito and Griffiths in THE SUNSHINE BOYS, WE WILL ROCK YOU, PORGY & BESS & More Set for Ahmanson in 2013-14
by BWW Special Coverage - Mar 13, 2013

The 2013-2014 Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre season was announced today by CTG Artistic Director Michael Ritchie.

Soweto Gospel Choir Celebrates 10th Anniversary at Sydney Opera House Today
by BWW News Desk - Mar 14, 2013

Andrew Kay, Managing Director of Andrew Kay & Associates has announced that the highly acclaimed Soweto Gospel Choir will return to Australia to celebrate its 10th anniversary with a national tour. With concerts at Womadadelaide, Perth, Brisbane and Sydney Opera House, Soweto Gospel Choir will perform for an exclusive one performance only at the Sydney Opera House today, 14 March, 2013.

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