Paula Abdul News

Paula Abdul, dancer, singer, and star of 'American Idol,' appears at the Hudson Union Society tonight, May 17th at 7 p.m.

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!

This week, DANCING contestants now have double the chances to end up in a full-body cast; for the first time this season, the competitors performed two separate routines, unguided by stipulations or other frivolous themes. Also, with two performances, come two eliminations tomorrow. The second routines featured past DANCING pros (both in the competition and the troupe), creating trios that were often, well, off.

E! News is confirming 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. According to the report, both have offers in place and have agreed to the terms.

According to The Huffington Post, Demi Lovato has signed on to be a judge for THE X FACTOR Season 2 on when the show returns to the FOX network this fall.

As first reported in The Hollywood Reporter, Demi Lovato is in final negotiations to appear as the fourth judge on the upcoming season of Fox's THE X FACTOR. The former Disney star would join Britney Spears as a judge on the singing competition.

Paula Abdul, dancer, singer, and star of 'American Idol,' is set for the Hudson Union Society on May 17th at 7 p.m.

Lehman Center for the Performing Arts continues its 31st season with a night of dance hits on Saturday, April 21, 2012 at 8pm. One of dance music's biggest stars for over three decades, GRAMMY Award winner GLORIA GAYNOR will perform with a full band. Her 1979 #1 hit, the greatest disco anthem of all time, "I Will Survive," is her signature song of inspiration that has touched the hearts of people all over the world. The song was inducted into the GRAMMY Hall of Fame at this year's ceremony in February. Urban and dance music phenomenon COLONEL ABRAMS will perform his biggest hits, including "Trapped," "I'm Not Gonna Let You" and "How Soon We Forget." Also performing will be THE HIT MEN, a group of six guys who made, played, sang and recorded the hits of the '60s, '70s and '80s. This group features original recording and performing members of such iconic bands as Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons and Tommy James and The Shondells and the original recording artists of such historic megahits as "Oh What a Night (Dec. '63)," "Sherry," "Bad, Bad, Leroy Brown" and 'Who Loves You."

The Flea will present the World Premiere of three new plays with its NEW PLAY FESTIVAL: The Electric Lighthouse by Ed Hime, The Wundelsteipen (And Other Difficult Roles for Young People) by Nick Jones and A Letter from Omdurman by Jeffrey M. Jones. The Festival's cast will be comprised of The Bats, the resident acting company of The Flea. Previews begin April 20th at The Flea Theater.

Paper Mill Playhouse has just announced that American Idol finalist Syesha Mercado has been cast as Ti Moune in the Millburn, New Jersey, theater's production of Once On This Island (book and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, music by Stephen Flaherty). More than 20 years after its premiere, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens are re-inventing their first musical with Tony-nominated director Thomas Kail (In the Heights, Lombardi, Magic/Bird) and choreographer Bradley Rapier (So You Think You Can Dance). Once On This Island begins performances on Wednesday, May 30, 2012, and runs through Sunday, June 24, 2012. Complete casting will be announced at a later date. Once On This Island is proudly sponsored by Bank of America.

Deadline.com reports that Britney Spears is nearing a deal to appear as a judge on the upcoming second season of Fox's THE X FACTOR.

The Flea will present the World Premiere of three new plays with its NEW PLAY FESTIVAL: The Electric Lighthouse by Ed Hime, The Wundelsteipen (And Other Difficult Roles for Young People) by Nick Jones and A Letter from Omdurman by Jeffrey M. Jones. The Festival's cast will be comprised of The Bats, the resident acting company of The Flea. Previews begin April 20th at The Flea Theater.

Lehman Center for the Performing Arts continues its 31st season with a night of dance hits on Saturday, April 21, 2012 at 8pm. One of dance music's biggest stars for over three decades, GRAMMY Award winner GLORIA GAYNOR will perform with a full band. Her 1979 #1 hit, the greatest disco anthem of all time, "I Will Survive," is her signature song of inspiration that has touched the hearts of people all over the world. The song was inducted into the GRAMMY Hall of Fame at this year's ceremony in February. Urban and dance music phenomenon COLONEL ABRAMS will perform his biggest hits, including "Trapped," "I'm Not Gonna Let You" and "How Soon We Forget." Also performing will be THE HIT MEN, a group of six guys who made, played, sang and recorded the hits of the '60s, '70s and '80s. This group features original recording and performing members of such iconic bands as Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons and Tommy James and The Shondells and the original recording artists of such historic megahits as "Oh What a Night (Dec. '63)," "Sherry," "Bad, Bad, Leroy Brown" and 'Who Loves You."

In an interview with Access Hollywood, Fergie, lead singer for the Black Eyed Peas, denied rumors that she will be among the new judges on Fox's THE X FACTOR when the series returns for its second season.

According to The Huffington Post, singer LeAnn Rimes is the latest star reportedly in talks to join the judge's panel of Fox's THE X FACTOR Season 2.

People.com reports that pop star Britney Spears is currently in talks to join the second season of the Fox singing competition THE X FACTOR.

According to E!Online, Broadway veteran Darren Criss was asked to host Season 2 of FOX's 'The X Factor.' A source told E! that the HOW TO SUCCEED alum 'politely declined the gig' because of his busy schedule.

Billboard reports that Britney Spears is in talks to judge on next season's The X Factor. Her agent/fiance Jason Trawick is negotiating the deal. The contract could be signed as soon as next week.

According to Frominsidethebox.com, Simon Cowell, producer of the Fox singing competition THE X FACTOR, has thrown out an offer to producers of NBC's 'The Voice' and Fox's 'American Idol' to have a 'super final' among the winners of his show and the two higher rated programs.

Also in the upcoming 'Rock of Ages' movie, Keith has many other TV, film and pop-music credits, as well as 4 B'way shows.