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Lifetime’s ‘American Princess’ delves into Renaissance fair world
Actor/writer/producer Jamie Denbo spent the early part of her career working at a variety of comedy venues. In her 20s, Denbo was offered a job she thought would give her steady work in the summer. It not only did that, but by joining a Renaissance fair for multiple seasons in...
20 TV shows to watch in JuneVideo
You thought May was packed with TV specials and “events?” Wait until you see June. Here’s a partial list of what to expect: JUNE 2 “NOS4A2” (AMC, 10 p.m.) Pronounced, “Nosferatu,” this vampire tale is based on the 2013 novel by Joe Hill (Stephen King’s son), and stars Zachary Quinto...
Chicago prosecutor shifts Smollett case recusal explanation
CHICAGO — Chicago’s top prosecutor gave a new justification in documents released Friday for why she recused herself from the investigation into “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett’s claim he was the victim of a hate crime: there were false rumors she was related to Smollett and she didn’t want any hint...
Pittsburgh Symphony extends Andres Franco’s contract
Associate conductor of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, Andrés Franco’s contract has been extended through the 2021-2022 season. Franco is in his fourth season with the symphony. As resident conductor, Franco will continue to assist music director Manfred Honeck and the orchestra’s guest conductors, while also leading education, outreach and other...
Kenny Rogers admitted to hospital, treated for dehydration
NASHVILLE — Entertainer Kenny Rogers has been admitted to a Georgia hospital for dehydration, according to his official Twitter account. A statement posted Friday said he would remain there for physical therapy to “get his strength back” before being discharged. The statement said the 80-year-old singer and actor appreciated the...
Fort Ligonier executive director returns to alma mater
After 11 years at the helm, Fort Ligonier Executive Director Annie Urban is leaving her post. The fort’s board of trustees has announced Urban’s plans to move on from her position at the end of July. She will return to her alma mater, Seton Hill University, to become executive director...
Hempfield teen plans album release, concertVideo
Describing his music as “alternative folk rock,” Eli Yaroch is a teen-age musician with a laser focus on molding his future career. Yaroch, 17, of Hempfield, is a Pittsburgh CAPA musical theater major by day and a musician in his free time. His debut EP, Yaro and the Static’s, “A...
The Who rocks Pittsburgh in orchestra-studded show
The Who rocked PPG Paints Arena in an orchestra-studded show Thursday night that paid tribute not only to nostalgic fans but also to the resiliency of the city of Pittsburgh. “It’s great to be back in Pittsburgh, thank you for coming out to see us tonight,” legendary guitarist and songwriter...
2nd ‘Walking Dead’ cast member jumps to ‘Fear’ spinoff
“The Walking Dead” universe is expanding — and shrinking — at the same time. With a third series and three TV movies on the horizon at AMC, spinoff “Fear the Walking Dead” returns Sunday and a second character from the main zombie apocalypse show will soon cross over. Austin Amelio,...
‘Game of Thrones’ went from ‘that dragon show’ to cultural phenomenonVideo
***WARNING: SPOILERS FOR “GAMES OF THRONES,” BOTH THE BOOKS AND THE SHOW*** In our final installment of “Thrones’n’at,” we decided to take a look back at “Game of Thrones”: our favorite characters and scenes, how it became a cultural touchstone and whether there will ever be another show that produces...
‘Game of Thrones’ series review: Let’s focus on the good times
***WARNING: SPOILERS FOR “GAMES OF THRONES,” BOTH THE BOOKS AND THE SHOW*** So, as it turns out, David Benioff and D.B. Weiss didn’t murder your grandmother, even if that’s how a lot of longtime fans felt following the eighth and final season of HBO’s “Game of Thrones.” In considering a...
Manhunt series to film in Hempfield, close part of road
Hempfield Township will soon be in the spotlight as part of “Manhunt: Lone Wolf,” the second season of an American true-crime miniseries. Filming for the Discovery Channel show, which will focus on Richard Jewell, a security guard who was accused of a bombing at the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, will...
Nicole ‘Snooki’ Polizzi gives birth to 3rd child
TV personality Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi has welcomed her third child into the world. The 31-year-old “Jersey Shore” cast member tells People magazine she gave birth early Thursday morning to a boy named Angelo James LaValle. He weighs 7½ pounds. View this post on Instagram Angelo James LaValle 7.5 lbs ?...
Jeannette’s You Are Here gallery lists events
Events and workshops are planned at You Are Here art gallery, 406 Clay Ave., Jeannette. Upcoming classes include instructions on how to turn an Altoids tin into a tiny music box, 7 p.m. June 13; and basics of jewelry making with designer Nancy Sanner, 2 p.m. June 23. Fee for...
Review: ‘Godzilla’ delivers fire-breathing action, not much moreVideo
Despite featuring two of cinema’s biggest stars (literally), Warner Bros.’ budding MonsterVerse — a franchise built around the characters of Godzilla and King Kong — inexplicably hasn’t gotten a lot of fanfare. This, despite the fact that 2014’s “Godzilla,” a reboot of the classic monster story, earned nearly $530 million...
Pittsburgh’s ‘Amazing Race’ contestant still in hunt for $1M prize
During Wednesday night’s episode of CBS’ “The Amazing Race,” Pittsburgh native Becca Droz and her teammate Floyd Pierce ranked third, keeping them in the running for next week’s primetime reality TV show, according to the GoldDerby website. Droz and Pierce, known as “Team Fun,” are among seven teams currently vying...
Stallone takes on Mexican cartel in ‘Rambo: Last Blood’ trailer
That ultimate warrior John Rambo looks like he’s good for one last go-round, as the new trailer for “Rambo: Last Blood” debuted online Thursday. The film, once again starring Sylvester Stallone as the war-weary hero, finds Rambo heading to Mexico to rescue a friend’s daughter from a drug cartel. From...
Review: ‘Rocketman’ is as wild and unique as Elton John himselfVideo
With the success of last year’s Queen biopic “Bohemian Rhapsody,” it might feel too soon for another film about a queer British rock star who soared to fame in the 1970s. But the Elton John biopic “Rocketman” is no “Bohemian Rhapsody” — it’s better. Wilder, louder and with a clear...
Review: See ‘Ma’ for Octavia Spencer’s creepy, campy performanceVideo
Teenage brains. Alcohol. Driver’s licenses. Put them together and what you get, inevitably, are a whole bunch of bad decisions — in real life and in movies. It’s not a new lesson, but it’s the most coherent one in “Ma,” a middling high school horror revenge fantasy (if that’s a...
Want to see The Who? Plenty of cheap tickets still available
You can buy tickets to see The Who in Pittsburgh right now cheaper than you can buy a Grand-Dad’s Secret hard shake from Burgatory. The cheapest tickets available Thursday morning on StubHub.com were going for as low as $8.81. A bourbon-laced caramel milkshake will set you back $9.50. Roger Daltrey,...
‘Calling All Divas’ musical scheduled for Palace Theatre stop
“Calling All Divas,” a musical hit parade celebrating music, friendship and the power of sisterhood, will make a July 19 stop at Greensburg’s Palace Theatre on its North American premiere tour. Featuring pop, rock, soul and country hits, the show will begin at 8 p.m. in the theater at 21...
NBC’s ‘The Voice’ to hold Pittsburgh auditions
Got a good voice? Don’t hog it all to yourself, Pittsburgher. NBC’s “The Voice” will be in town on June 19 to hold auditions — maybe it’s your voice they’re looking for. The network’s reality competition has announced the private, invite-only session on its website. Those seeking a slot must...
Pittsburgh CLO version updates ‘Grease’ for the 21st century
Zach Adkins, a New York-based actor and Broadway veteran, says he has a challenge in playing too-cool-for-school Danny Zuko in Pittsburgh CLO’s production of “Grease.” The 1971 musical “is sort of dated,” he says, so he — and the rest of the company — will be tasked with updating it...
Entertainment planner: May 30-June 12
Thursday May 30 Country Songwriters Night, Club Cafe, Pittsburgh. 866-468-3401 or ticketweb.com/clubcafe Crack the Sky, Jergel’s Rhythm Grille, Warrendale. 724-799-8333 or jergels.com Craig Shoemaker, Pittsburgh Improv, Homestead. 412-462-5233 or improv.com/pittsburgh Friday May 31 East Suburban Artists League Biannual Art Show and Sale, Monroeville Public Library. Through July 2. esalart.org Fiberart...
Travis Tritt bringing rockin’ country to Pittsburgh’s Stage AEVideo
Grammy-winning singer Travis Tritt may be known mostly for his many hits in the ’90s rather than anything recent. The country star’s last album, “The Calm After,” came out in 2013. But no matter who the artist is, fans typically love their heyday work far more than anything current. Take...
