The existing system for training showrunners can’t keep up with the demand, and John Wells has stepped in to help. The seasoned showrunner of shows such as ER, The West Wing and Shameless and former two-time WGA West president has launched The Showrunner’s Corner , a section of his company John Wells Productions’ website dedicated to giving up-and-coming writers the basics they need to successfully make the transition to showrunners. Complete with a glossary of industry terms like DOOD or EFC, The Showrunner’s Corner includes an Adventures In Showrunning by John Wells section, in which he shares his experience and gives practical advice on how to handle Scheduling & Deadlines, Communication, Delegation and Leadership. There is also a How We Make TV portion, where members of Wells’ team provide tutorials on subjects like Showrunner Prep and Production, How to Read a Call Sheet, Writer’s Assistant’s Guide as well as A Showrunners Guide to Business Affairs, which will be … [Read more...] about John Wells Launches Online Guide To Help Train Next-Gen Showrunners Amid TV Content Boom
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‘Who’s The Boss?’ Sequel Starring Tony Danza & Alyssa Milano In Works At Freevee With Mike Royce & Brigitte Muñoz-Liebowitz Writing
EXCLUSIVE : The Who’s the Boss? sequel series has found a home. The project, reuniting original stars Tony Danza and Alyssa Milano and executive produced by Norman Lear, has landed at Amazon Freevee for development. The follow-up is being written/executive produced by One Day at a Tim e co-creator/exec producer/co-showrunner Mike Royce and co-executive producer Brigitte Muñoz-Liebowitz. Sony Pictures Television, which owns the rights to the original series and has been working on the sequel for the past two years, is the studio. Danza and Milano are set to reprise their roles as Tony and Samantha Micelli. Set 30 years after the events of the original series, the sequel will focus on former Major League Baseball player/retired housekeeper Tony Micelli (Danza) and his relationship with his daughter Samantha (Milano). She is now a single mother, living in the family house. In line with Lear’s classic shows, the new comedy will explore generational differences, as well … [Read more...] about ‘Who’s The Boss?’ Sequel Starring Tony Danza & Alyssa Milano In Works At Freevee With Mike Royce & Brigitte Muñoz-Liebowitz Writing
Dawn Porter Explores Supreme Court In Showtime Docuseries ‘Confirmed’
The Supreme Court has been under the lens in a major way after its landmark ruling to reverse Roe v. Wade last week. Dawn Porter , director of documentaries including The Way I See It and John Lewis: Good Trouble , will now explore the history of the court, the justices, decisions and confirmation battles that have shaped the United States, in four-part docuseries Confirmed for Showtime . The series is produced by Porter’s Trilogy Films and Sony Pictures Television and will air in 2023. It comes after Porter struck an overall deal with the Eli Holzman and Aaron Saidman-run Industrial Media, which is now owned by Sony. Porter will direct and exec produce with Holzman and Saidman exec producing for Sony. From the right to privacy, to access to the ballot, and all rights protected by the Constitution, the nine unelected justices of the Supreme Court have the final word on issues that shape our democracy and daily lives. The series unfolds during a … [Read more...] about Dawn Porter Explores Supreme Court In Showtime Docuseries ‘Confirmed’
‘Beyond Salem’: Peacock Drops Official Trailer For Chapter 2
What are you up to, Fancy Face? Those of the words of Bo Brady, who’s joining the action in chapter 2 of Days of Our Lives: Beyond Salem beginning July 11. Peter Reckell (Bo) and Kristian Alfonso (Hope Williams Brady) are reprising their super-couple roles in the next evolution of the DOOL spinoff designed especially for Peacock. Speaking of uber-unions, DOOL faves Steve (Stephen Nicholas) and Kayla (Mary Beth Evans) make a surprise visit to their children in Seattle, while private eye John Black (Drake Hogestyn) travels to San Francisco to see his son, Paul (Christopher Sean). Meanwhile, new parents Ben (Robert Scott Wilson) and Ciara (Victoria Konefal) meet up with Hope in Montreal. Over five episodes, reunions and mysteries ensue! Also joining Chapter 2 are Eileen Davidson as Kristen DiMera, Deidre Hall as Dr. Marlena Evans, Steve Burton as Harris Michaels, Lucas Adams as Tripp Johnson, Camila Banus as Gabi Hernandez, Loretta Devine as Angela, Vince Van … [Read more...] about ‘Beyond Salem’: Peacock Drops Official Trailer For Chapter 2
Watch Lizzo Find Her Inner Beyoncé on ‘Carpool Karaoke’
Lizzo is the latest celeb to appear on James Corden’s “Carpool Karaoke” and the singer brought a genuine sense of fun to The Late Late Show segment. Filmed in Los Angeles, the clip showcases Lizzo and Corden driving around while singing several of Lizzo’s hits, including “Good as Hell,” “Juice,” and “Truth Hurts.” They pair also does their own version of Lizzo’s viral Tik-Tok dance for “About Damn Time” alongside a group of dancers and creator Jaeden Gomez. During the segment, Lizzo gets more serious as she discusses how Beyoncé has inspired her music. “When I was shy or when I didn’t think I was cool and when I was getting picked on, I would listen to Beyoncé in my bedroom and it would transport me,” she recalls. “I would feel something. I would feel like, ‘My life is going to be better. There’s hope for me.'” She adds, “When I dropped out of college and I was really depressed I listened to B’Day on repeat and I would just sing B’Day all the time. I was like, ‘I’m gonna … [Read more...] about Watch Lizzo Find Her Inner Beyoncé on ‘Carpool Karaoke’
Air Travel is Up 135% Since Last Year — This is What You Need for Your Next Trip
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. As international Covid testing requirements and masking lets up, travel is on everybody’s mind. A recent statistic released by the Airlines Reporting Corp. showed a 135% increase in airline ticket sales this May compared to the same time last year. That spike only accounts for air travel , but people are still going camping , and taking road trips in droves this summer, even more than they did pre-pandemic in some cases. Traveling is exciting, but to make it successful you’ll need the right gear. Wearing earbuds that conk out halfway through your flight, or realizing your U.S. chargers won’t fit in European outlets can cause unnecessary stress. You’re supposed to unwind, not worry. Whether you’re a well-seasoned traveler looking for upgrades, or someone about to take their first big trip through the country or across the pond, … [Read more...] about Air Travel is Up 135% Since Last Year — This is What You Need for Your Next Trip
‘The Batman’ $134M Opening Reps Warner Bros’ Biggest During Pandemic Era, Best Debut For Matt Reeves – Monday AM Update
MONDAY AM: Rival studios easily saw Batman doing in the mid $130Ms yesterday AM, and today Warner Bros . is reporting $134M after a $34.1M Sunday, -21% from Saturday. Presales were strong throughout the weekend. Look for Batman to ease 50% in weekend 2 with an estimated $67M. Batman doesn’t encounter any studio wide competition until March 25, when Paramount opens its Sandra Bullock-Channing Tatum-Brad Pitt-Daniel Radcliffe adventure romantic comedy The Lost City, which is getting ready to blast off at SXSW next weekend. iSpot shows that in U.S. TV ads alone, Warners spent more than other studios to date during 2022 (it is a big film), with close to $30M across the Winter Olympics, NFL games, NBA games, Good Morning America, The Bachelor, as well as shows on Fox, USA and CBS. All in 920M TV ad impressions. Worldwide came in at $258M when adding in $124M from abroad. SUNDAY AM UPDATE : In another clear sign that moviegoing is alive and well despite … [Read more...] about ‘The Batman’ $134M Opening Reps Warner Bros’ Biggest During Pandemic Era, Best Debut For Matt Reeves – Monday AM Update
There’s Still Time — These Are the Best Memorial Day Sales You Can Get Today
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. A ton of stores have already opened up for deals and in-person shopping this Memorial Day , but even if you prefer to shop from the comfort of home, you can still take advantage of some great Memorial Day deals online. Traditionally a time to score deep discounts on name brand mattresses , several other retailers have jumped on the Memorial Day sales bandwagon to offer price-drops on everything from shoes and apparel to tech toys and furniture. We’ve rounded up a list of our favorite Memorial Day sales to shop today. While the weekend is over, many stores have extended their sales, so you can still get a great deal if you put off shopping for the past few days. ADIDAS Get up to 25% off summer styles of footwear, apparel, and accessories at adidas.com with promo code SUMMER . See the deals here . … [Read more...] about There’s Still Time — These Are the Best Memorial Day Sales You Can Get Today
Jacob Batalon, Alana Boden, Adain Bradley and Avantika To Star In Screem Gems’ ‘Horrorscope’
EXCLUSIVE: Jacob Batalon , Alana Boden , Adain Bradley and Avantika have been cast as the leads in Screen Gems and Alloy Entertainment’s Horrorscope , based on Alloy’s same-name novel, written by Nicholas Adams. Humberly González and Wolfgang Novogratz have also joined the cast. Anna Halberg and Spenser Cohen wrote the script and will make their feature film directorial debut. Leslie Morgenstein and Elysa Koplovitz Dutton are producing through Alloy, along with Scott Glassgold of Ground Control. Cohen and Halberg are also on board to executive produce. The story follows a group of college friends who, after getting their horoscopes read, begin dying in ways connected to their fortunes. Are their fates fatal or can they change what’s written in the stars? The pic is set for a fall start and is being overseen by Scott Strauss, Michael Bitar and Lariah Perara at Screen Gems. Best known for playing Peter Parker’s best pal Ned in the Spider-Man franchise, … [Read more...] about Jacob Batalon, Alana Boden, Adain Bradley and Avantika To Star In Screem Gems’ ‘Horrorscope’
Like With His Viral Hit, Stephen Sanchez Channels the 1950s in Video for ‘Until I Found You’
Stephen Sanchez keeps it classic in the video for “Until I Found You,” shared exclusively with Rolling Stone . In the fun, throwback visual, Sanchez rocks an Elvis Presley -like hairdo and has a Marilyn Monroe-like love interest as he sings the soulful ballad. “I was obsessed with the style of the 50s when I was growing up. The glamorous cars, movie theaters, mom & pop shops,” he tells Rolling Stone . “I romanticized all of its visually stunning colors and sleekness. I wanted to implement all of that beauty into my dream of being a 1950s singer debuting his ‘hit’ song on the Ed Sullivan Show.” The visual sees Sanchez singing the classic track inside a convertible while a Monroe-looking songstress sits on the back of the car before switching scenes on the TV set, just like the music-makers of yesteryear would on live TV. The video then sees him shredding the guitar and serving his best Elvis-inspired dance moves before a dream-like movie scene. For Sanchez, the visual … [Read more...] about Like With His Viral Hit, Stephen Sanchez Channels the 1950s in Video for ‘Until I Found You’