Mar 14th, 2011 by Rosemary posted in Pop
If “No Ordinary Family” — his current show — doesn’t get renewed for a second season, fear not, fans of this talented Andover actor. Chiklis has been cast in a CBS pilot for “Vince Uncensored.” It comes from …
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Jan 24th, 2011 by Rosemary posted in Pop
The Eagle Tribune Sun Jan 16, 2011, 12:56 AM EST This season of “American Idol” will be different from past incarnations in many ways (goodbye, Simon Cowell; hello, Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler). One of the lesser known changes is that t…
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Dec 10th, 2010 by Rosemary posted in Pop
What awful news. Just got this press release. Read on Pop! readers. I am too upset to say more right now. TNT’s long-running, breakout hit THE CLOSER will wrap up its phenomenal run with a final season in 2011. The difficult decision to conclude th…
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Jun 22nd, 2010 by Rosemary posted in Pop
Here’s the description of the show from TNT:
“That’s Alright, Mama” (pilot) – Tuesday, June 22, at 10 p.m. (ET/PT) – TV-14-DLSV
Detective Dwight Hendricks (Jason Lee) investigates the abuse of elderly woman who happens to be a legendary Memphis disc jockey known as the “First Lady of the Airwaves.” But his loose investigative style is cramped [...]
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Jun 15th, 2010 by Rosemary posted in Pop
Brooks School (No. Andover) alum Michael Weatherly is staying put on his hit show, “NCIS.”
For details, check out Entertainment Weekly’s scoop here:
‘NCIS’ scoop: Michael Weatherly inks new?contract.
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Jun 14th, 2010 by Rosemary posted in Pop
Opened my mail this morning, and found a neat package from ABC.
They sent me, what I believe, is all eight episodes of their upcoming series “Boston Med.” (Along with one of those stress-reliever toys, in the shape and color of a Tylenol bottle.)
A documentary team followed doctors nurses and patients at three Boston hospitals: Mass [...]
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Jun 9th, 2010 by Rosemary posted in Pop
Hi Pop readers,
Went to the Lowell Memorial Auditorium last night for their upcoming season announcement.
I won’t keep you in suspense, this is what’s coming, with a few more shows TBA:
June 16: An evening with Ken Burns
Aug. 3: Menopause the Musical
Sept. 11: The Deadliest Catch LIVE
Sept. 25: Last Comic Standing Live Tour
Oct. 1: Dark Star Orchestra
Oct. [...]
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May 13th, 2010 by Rosemary posted in Pop
Andovers Michael Chiklis — former star of The Commish, The Shield and the Fantastic Four movies — has a new show on the fall schedule.
ABC announced yesterday that it would pick up his series, “No Ordinary Family,” co-staring Dexter’s Julie Benz. The show is about a family of superheroes.
Chiklis took to his Facebook page, thanking [...]
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Apr 12th, 2010 by Rosemary posted in Pop
This just in from TBS:
Comedy icon Conan O’Brien is joining TBS to host a late-night talk show that is expected to debut in November. The Emmy-winning comedian’s new program will be followed by “Lopez Tonight,” which will shift to a midnight time slot.
O’Brien began talks in earnest with TBS just last week, after George Lopez [...]
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Apr 6th, 2010 by Rosemary posted in Pop
This just in:
MTV’s hit series “The Real World” is looking for its newest roommates in Boston. On Saturday, April 17th from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., there will be an open casting call at:
SUNSET GRILL AND TAP/BIG CITY
138 Brighton Ave.
Allston Village, MA 02134
Applicants are asked to bring a recent picture of themselves (which will not [...]
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Mar 1st, 2010 by Rosemary posted in Pop
The star of the USA network drama, “Burn Notice” talks about fitness with the magazine.
Here’s a little about the issue from the magazine’s press release:
NEW YORK, NY— As the blacklisted intelligence officer on the hit USA Network series Burn Notice, actor Jeffrey Donovan knows how important it is to be in shape. In the April [...]
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Sep 15th, 2009 by Rosemary posted in Pop
Andover’s Jay Leno did pretty well last night.
His first episode of “The Jay Leno Show” attracted 17.7 million viewers overall.
By comparison — a successful show like a “CSI” usually averages about 15 million viewers.
NBC had this to say:
“The Jay Leno Show” ranked No. 1 among the major networks in the time period in adults 18-49, [...]
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Jun 15th, 2009 by Rosemary posted in Pop
That’s right. You too can be on a game show.
Do you have nerves of steel? A killer instinct? Raw intuition and an amazing personality?
Do you want the chance to win $1 million dollars?!
Here are the details:
Day: Saturday, June 20
Time: 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Location: Seaport Hotel, One Seaport Lane, Boston
Boston Casting is looking for high-energy, [...]
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May 13th, 2009 by Jarret Bencks posted in Pop
It’s Wednesday again, and that means another contestant will be voted off American Idol tonight. With only three left (Danny, Kris and Adam) here’s who we think is going home tonight.
Jo-Anne MacKenzie (New Hampshire Editor): Danny – Again, I’m just sticking with Danny until America wakes up.
Jarret Bencks (Reporter and the Postmaster): Kris – Is [...]
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May 6th, 2009 by Jarret Bencks posted in Pop
We’re getting down to the end. There’s only four contestants left, and after another night of competition, the New Hampshire newsroom staff takes a crack at who we think is going home. Here are our picks:
Jo-Anne MacKenzie (New Hampshire Editor): Danny
Marc Fortier (Sunday Editor): How about Slash. Can I vote him off? I guess I’ll [...]
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