Okay, I admittedly came in hot by calling the folks at Comedy Central "cowards" in that headline, because that's probably not the correct word to use to describe a channel that has been letting Trey Parker and Matt Stone run wild for over 25 years. When it was announced last fall that Trevor Noah would be leaving "The Daily Show" after seven fantastic years, fans immediately started fantasy booking his successor. There was a big push for Samantha Bee, of the recently canceled "Full Frontal with Samantha Bee" to become the show's first full-time female host, with others hoping the job went to one of Noah's roll of correspondents. Comedy Central instead announced that they would showcase a weekly rotation of guest hosts, with some of comedy's smartest minds sitting behind "The Daily Show" desk.
Things kicked off with "Saturday Night Live" alum Leslie Jones, with Wanda Sykes, D.L. Hughley, Chelsea Handler,...
Things kicked off with "Saturday Night Live" alum Leslie Jones, with Wanda Sykes, D.L. Hughley, Chelsea Handler,...
- 4/7/2023
- by BJ Colangelo
- Slash Film
Late singer George Michael is the top choice in our recent poll about which male artist most deserves induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for 2019. The former member of Wham! received 24% of the vote, followed by a tie between Phil Collins and Sting, both with 14%. Those two men are already Hall of Fame members through their bands Genesis and The Police, respectively, but not for their impressive solo careers.
Nominating ballots will be in their hands of actual Hall of Fame committee members in a few weeks. Some male artists who had been consistently snubbed have finally made the cut in recent years. That list includes Neil Diamond (2011), Donovan (2012), Peter Gabriel (2014), Randy Newman (2013), Lou Reed (2015), Steve Miller (2016), Cat Stevens (2014), and Bill Withers (2015). No solo male artists were selected for 2018, however.
Here are the descriptions and vote totals for each of the dozen men in our poll. See...
Nominating ballots will be in their hands of actual Hall of Fame committee members in a few weeks. Some male artists who had been consistently snubbed have finally made the cut in recent years. That list includes Neil Diamond (2011), Donovan (2012), Peter Gabriel (2014), Randy Newman (2013), Lou Reed (2015), Steve Miller (2016), Cat Stevens (2014), and Bill Withers (2015). No solo male artists were selected for 2018, however.
Here are the descriptions and vote totals for each of the dozen men in our poll. See...
- 9/4/2018
- by Chris Beachum
- Gold Derby
Hello and welcome to one of our shoutouts for projects casting around the U.K. As always there’s a mix of opportunities for all ages, abilities, and locations but do remember to check if you fit the bill before applying. Although we make every attempt to verify castings before we hit publish, please ensure that you do your own research before firing off those headshots and Backstage links. “Father Figure” Expert cinematographer and writer-director Gabriele Paoli is creating a new short film called “Father Figure,” shooting in London and casting now. Paoli looking for his leading man, a “street tough” guy from a council estate who must face new and intense emotions after a secret is revealed. The character is a result of a mix of film inspirations. The lead role is Robbie. He’s 17, white, Cockney, and street smart but volatile. Candidates need to be as close to...
- 4/6/2018
- backstage.com
Make your boy band dreams a reality with the top gig in today’s roundup. A TV show is looking for talented teens to portray boy band members and show off their musical abilities. Plus, a TV drama needs its Macbeth and two short films are casting lead and supporting actors. Boy Band Members For TV SERIESUnion male talent, aged 12–15, who can sing is wanted to play boy band members on a TV show. Instrument playing skills are a plus. Production will take place this spring and summer in the U.K. Pay is Tbd. Travel and accommodation will be provided if U.S.-based talent is chosen, although not that of their accompanying parent or guardian. Apply here! “MacBeth”A new TV drama of “Macbeth” is casting its titular role. A male actor, aged 30–40, with a strong look and a height of no greater than 5’11” is sought to play Macbeth.
- 3/30/2018
- backstage.com
Digital Spy has been in a charitable mood this festive season and has already selected its top TV shows of the year, but now we're in that post-Christmas lull, it's time to put the foul mood brought on by our hangover to good use and give some of 2013's worst telly a tongue-lashing...
Here's our picks for the top 10 TV Turkeys of 2013
Warning: This list contains scenes of a sexual nature, jokes about poo and Micky Flanagan.
The Wright Way
It's becoming harder and harder to remember the days when Ben Elton was funny - his latest comedic misfire was thankfully axed after a single series, with the BBC's controller of comedy commissioning Shane Allen blaming Twitter for "crucifying" the show.
What Shane forgot is that Twitter is full of people - it was people that hated The Wright Way. All of the people.
Father Figure
There's a long and...
Here's our picks for the top 10 TV Turkeys of 2013
Warning: This list contains scenes of a sexual nature, jokes about poo and Micky Flanagan.
The Wright Way
It's becoming harder and harder to remember the days when Ben Elton was funny - his latest comedic misfire was thankfully axed after a single series, with the BBC's controller of comedy commissioning Shane Allen blaming Twitter for "crucifying" the show.
What Shane forgot is that Twitter is full of people - it was people that hated The Wright Way. All of the people.
Father Figure
There's a long and...
- 12/29/2013
- Digital Spy
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