Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Nickelodeon UK Announces Plans To Premiere Brand New Episodes Of "Life With Boys" As Part Of Nickelodeon UK's Autumn/Winter 2012 Programming Line-Up!

Nickelodeon UK has announced the Nickelodeon UK News that Nickelodeon UK is planning to premiere and show brand new episodes of the Canadian teen sitcom "Life with Boys", including the brand new "Life with Boys" episodes "Birthdays with Boys" and "Nightmares with Boys", on Nickelodeon UK and Ireland and Nickelodeon HD UK in November 2012 and December 2012, as part of Nickelodeon UK's Autumn/Winter 2012 highlights!

"Life with Boys" is a Canadian teen sitcom that started broadcasting on Nickelodeon UK in October 2011. It follows Tess Foster (Torri Webster) as she copes with living in a home with just boys: her father, Jack Foster, and three brothers, heartthrob Gabriel Foster, also known as Gabe (Nathan McLeod), studious twin Sam Foster (Michael Murphy), and eight year-old Spencer Foster (Jake Goodman). With the help of her best friend Allie Brooks (Madison Pettis), she pulls through. Each half-hour episode follows 14-year-old Tess Foster as she navigates her way through the turmoil of teen life while living at home with her single, overprotective dad and three brothers. Although Tess adores the four important men in her life, they do have four totally different perspectives. Despite the shortcomings of being the only girl in a male household, the boys can sometimes offer solid advice. Whether it's building up the courage to talk to a boy, dealing with an obnoxious one, or coping with the repercussions of being the only girl on the boys' wrestling team, "Life With Boys" sheds a comedic light on many of life's difficult moments.

"Life with Boys" was created by Michael Poryes (co-creator and executive producer of the Disney Channel shows "Hannah Montana" and "That's So Raven") and Douglas Lieblein (co-executive producer "Hannah Montana").

In the brand new episode of "Life with Boys" called "Nightmares with Boys", Tess tries getting along with Kaylee (guest star Francesca Martin) after her dad, Jack, starts dating Kaylee's Mum (Mom). However, when civility proves impossible, Tess cooks up a scheme to break up her dad with Kaylee's Mother!

In the brand new episode of "Life with Boys" titled "Birthdays with Boys", Tess' Dad wants to throw her a "Foster Funplex Birthday Extravaganza" for the fifth year in a row but Tess, who is trying not to make her 15th birthday feel like a child's birthday, would rather do something more group-up - more specifically, go to a movie premiere with her friend, Allie. Finding it hard to tell her father the truth, she accidentally makes her Dad believe she would rather go skydiving.

Nickelodeon Greece Announces Plans To Start To Show Nickelodeon's Brand New CGI-Animated "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" TV Series From November 2012!

Nickelodeon Greece has announced in the 'Nickelodeon News' section on their official Nickelodeon website, Nickelodeon.gr, that Nickelodeon Greece, the Greek version of the popular kids' channel Nickelodeon, will start to premiere and show Nickelodeon's brand new CGI-animated "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" television series from November 2012.

Below is Nickelodeon Greece's Nickelodeon News article about the Greek premiere of Nickelodeon's brand new animated "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" series which has been translated by Google Translate:
The "Turtle" coming to Nickelodeon in November!

The brand new episodes of the animated series "Turtle" coming in November on Nickelodeon!

In U.S. The premiere will take place in a special tribute hourly Saturday, September 29. The comedic action series consisting of 26 half-hour episodes, brings fresh air to the widely known group of brothers / reptiles. Tisfonestousypodyontaioi: Jason Biggs (American Pie) as «Leonardo», Sean Astin (Lord of the Rings) as «Raphael», Greg Cipes (Teen Titans) as «Michelangelo» kaioRob Paulsen (Planet Sheen) as «Donatello». The Paulsen was the voice of the original «Raphael» in 1987-1996 on the first season of the series.

The other key roles are: the MaeWhitman (Parenthood) to «AprilO'Neil», a courageous and independent Sixteen best friend who happens to Turtle after the save from alien attack, the HoonLee (RoyalPains) as «MasterSplinter», teacher and father figure for her siblings and KevinMichaelRichardson (PenguinsofMadagascar) as «Shredder», leader of the evil ninja army called FootClan and moderate in one of the deadliest martial arts in the world.

The series of Nickelodeon, «Turtle» (TeenageMutantNinjaTurtles), begins as the Turtle go for the first time since their den in the gutter, ready to confront the wondrous and hostile world of New York to face the most dangerous enemies and the most delicious pizza they had ever imagined. More humorous and more ninjutsu than ever, the show presents the company of four teenage brothers learning to rely on themselves and unfold the mystery of their existence and grow to become the heroes of his shell. Stoprotoepeisodioexecutive producers einaioiCiro Nieli, Joshua Sternin & Jeff Ventimilia kai Peter Hastings.

The series "Turtle" is considered one of the most popular children's television programs worldwide, 80s, created in 1984 by KevinEastman and PeterLaird. Originally debuted as a successful comic book series and then became a hit animated TV show, live television series and subsequent movie blockbusters and 4. Also resulting from this fairly major consumer products, such as DVDs, videogames, toys and many others have generated billions of dollars in sales.

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Nickelodeon Denmark Announces Plans To Start To Show Nickelodeon's Brand New CGI-Animated "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" TV Series From November 2012!

Nickelodeon Denmark has announced on their official "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" website on their official Nickelodeon website, Nickelodeon.dk, that Nickelodeon Denmark (also known as Nickelodeon Danmark), the Danish version of the popular kids' channel, will start to premiere and show Nickelodeon's brand new CGI-animated "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" television series in November 2012.

Nickelodeon Denmark's official TMNT website currently features stills (pictures/images) from Nickelodeon's brand new "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" series, character bios for each of the 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles', and "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" video clips (including Nickelodeon Denmark's "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" trailer).

Nickelodeon Greece Announces Plans To Premiere "The Legend of Korra" On Friday 14th September 2012

Nickelodeon Greece has announced in the 'Nickelodeon News' section on their official Nickelodeon website, Nickelodeon.gr, that Nickelodeon Greece, the Greek version of the popular kids' channel Nickelodeon, will start to premiere and show Nickelodeon's brand new original animated Nickelodeon series "The Legend of Korra" from Friday 14th September 2012 at 3.45pm (local time), where Nickelodeon Greece will continue to show brand new episodes of "The Legend of Korra" every Friday at 3.45pm and on Sunday at 5.15pm:

Below is Nickelodeon Greece's Nickelodeon News article about the Greek premiere of "The Legend of Korra", Nickelodeon's brand new original animated show which has been translated by Google Translate:
The Legend of Korra

Main protagonist of Avatar: The Legend of Korra, Korra, a young girl and the current incarnation of Avatars.

Korra is irrepressible, independent and ready to save the world. Korra has already tamed water, earth and fire, but she needs to learn and magical air. Unlike Avatar: The Legend of Aang, the story of Avatar: The Legend of Korra will be conducted in a place called the "Federal City."

Korra will learn the magic of air from the master Tenzin, son of Avatar Aang and Curse, and will support a revolution against the magic that takes place in the city.

Premiere Friday, September 14 at 15:45! Only on Nickelodeon!

Watch your favorite series every Friday at 15:45 and Sunday at 17:15!

Nickelodeon And "Victorious" Star Ariana Grande To Star As 'Snow White' In The Pasadena Playhouse's First Ever Pantomime "A Snow White Christmas"

Below is a Lythgoe Family Productions Press Release from PRNewswire:
The Pasadena Playhouse And Lythgoe Family Productions Announce Casting And Creative Team For Panto At The Playhouse's A SNOW WHITE CHRISTMAS

FEATURING "VICTORIOUS'" ARIANA GRANDE, "DALLAS'" CHARLENE TILTON AND NEIL PATRICK HARRIS IN THE ONSCREEN SPECIAL GUEST ROLE AS "THE MAGIC MIRROR"

THE PRODUCTION WILL PERFORM DECEMBER 13 - 23, 2012

PASADENA, Calif., Sept. 10, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pasadena Playhouse (Sheldon Epps, Artistic Director and Charles Dillingham, Interim Executive Director) and Lythgoe Family Productions, announced today casting and the creative team for A SNOW WHITE CHRISTMAS, featuring Ariana Grande (Nickelodeon's "Victorious") as "Snow White," an on-screen appearance by Neil Patrick Harris as "The Magic Mirror" and Charlene Tilton ("Dallas") as "The Wicked Queen." This inaugural "Panto at The Playhouse" production of A SNOW WHITE CHRISTMAS will be directed by Bonnie Lythgoe ("So You Think You Can Dance") with choreography by Spencer Liff (Emmy nominee "So You Think You Can Dance") and musical direction by Michael Orland ("American Idol"). Performances will begin December 13 through December 23, with a gala press opening night on Wednesday, December 12, 2012, at 7:00 p.m. at The Pasadena Playhouse.

Lythgoe Family Productions produces fun, musical theatre the whole family can enjoy. Known for their creativity and involvement in television hits "American Idol" and "So You Think You Can Dance," the Lythgoes are dedicated to bringing affordable theatre to families across America. Based on the Grimm fairytales, each story has been modernized with topical scripts for parents and well known pop songs for kids. The Lythgoes pride themselves on creating a memorable experience a family can share together.

"It brings me great delight to welcome Lythgoe Family Productions and their wonderful Panto productions into our Playhouse family, said Sheldon Epps, Artistic Director of The Playhouse. "Their family-friendly, interactive shows are a perfect fit to our season and our community. We look forward to a very long partnership in bringing a new holiday tradition of live theatre to our patrons."

"We are truly honored to be working with the prestigious Pasadena Playhouse in continuing the introduction of American Panto to families," said writer/producer Kris Lythgoe. "It has always been a goal of the Lythgoe family to work with a theatre that shares in our ambition of encouraging young audiences to attend theatre and to bring families together at the holiday season. We believe The Playhouse is the perfect LA home for Panto and we look forward to "Panto at The Playhouse" for many seasons to come!"

An updated version of the classic tale, in the style of a traditional British family Panto, A SNOW WHITE CHRISTMAS features family-friendly magic, with a comedic twist, dancing (with "So You Think You Can Dance" alumni), a live miniature pony and contemporary music from Katy Perry's "Firework" to Huey Lewis and the News' "Power of Love" to Michael Jackson's "Thriller" and more. A Panto is known for its interactive style and humor that appeals to everyone from ages 2 – 102! Before every performance, guests and their families are invited to enjoy a "Winter Wonderland" event sponsored by Parenting Magazine in The Playhouse's Engemann Family Courtyard, complete with holiday carolers, crafts, activities, games and photo opportunities.

The full cast for A SNOW WHITE CHRISTMAS features:

* Ariana Grande as "Snow White" (Nickelodeon's "['Cat Valentine' in] Victorious")
* Neil Patrick Harris as "The Magic Mirror" ("How I Met Your Mother")
* Charlene Tilton as "The Wicked Queen" ("Dallas")
* Jonathan Scott Meza as "Muddles" ( "The Jumpitz")
* David Figoli as "Herman the Huntsman"
* And "Snow White's Prince" to be announced soon

The "Seven Dwarfs" will be cast from local children and auditions will be held on October 6 – 7, 2012, at a location to be announced.

In addition to director Bonnie Lythgoe, the creative team for A SNOW WHITE CHRISTMAS includes choreography by Spencer Liff (Emmy nominee for "So You Think You Can Dance"), musical direction by Michael Orland ("American Idol"), book by Kris Lythgoe, scenic and costume design by Lythgoe Family Productions creative department with additional costume design by designer Julia Clancy, Donna Maas and Kleev Guessford, additional scenic design by J.J. Wickham (LFP producers include Kris Lythgoe, Bonnie Lythgoe, Becky Baeling and Jason Haigh-Ellery).

A SNOW WHITE CHRISTMAS will play from December 13 - 23, 2012 with a gala press opening on Wednesday, December 12, 2012, at 7:00 p.m. The Pasadena Playhouse is located at 39 South El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101. The performance schedule is Tuesday through Friday at 7:00 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays at 11:00 a.m., 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Single show ticket prices for A SNOW WHITE CHRISTMAS range from $32.00 - $72.00, with Premium Seating available for $100.00. Child single tickets are available for Rear Orchestra and Rear Mezzanine seating ranging from $22.00 - $47.00. Golden Tickets are available for an additional $100.00 each and are limited to 10 Golden Tickets per performance. A Golden Ticket allows the ticketholder (children only) a special on-stage experience during the production. Service and theatre restoration fees apply to all purchases. Tickets are available by calling The Pasadena Playhouse at 626-356-7529 or by visiting The Pasadena Playhouse Box Office, Tuesday – Sunday from 12:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. during non-performance dates. On performance dates the Box Office is open Tuesday – Saturday from 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. and 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are available 24 hours online at www.PasadenaPlayhouse.org. Group Sales (8 or more) are available by calling 626-921-1161. For additional information visit www.PasadenaPlayhouse.org.

Full bios for the cast and creative team of A SNOW WHITE CHRISTMAS are available upon request.

CONTACT:
Joel Hile / 626-921-1158 or jhile@pasadenaplayhouse.org

Ken Werther / 323-845-9781 or kenwertherpr@gmail.com
SOURCE Lythgoe Family Productions

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Scott Mills Named Executive Vice President, Human Resources And Administration Of Viacom

Below is a Viacom Inc. Press Release from PRNewswire:
Scott Mills Named Executive Vice President, Human Resources and Administration of Viacom

NEW YORK, Sept. 10, 2012 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIAB, VIA) today announced the promotion of Scott Mills to Executive Vice President, Human Resources and Administration. Mr. Mills, age 44, was formerly President and Chief Operating Officer of Viacom's BET Networks unit.

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Based in New York, Mr. Mills will join Viacom's senior management team and will report to Thomas E. Dooley, Chief Operating Officer of Viacom. Mr. Mills will be responsible for setting the company's worldwide human resources strategies and practices and for leading Viacom's administrative functions, including real estate and security. Mr. Mills succeeds Denise White, who has decided to leave the company.

Philippe Dauman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Viacom, said, "A talented, energetic, and committed workforce is our greatest asset and one of the most important drivers of our success. Scott is not only an outstanding leader with a wealth of operational and financial management expertise, but he also brings an all-important business perspective to the human resources function. This capacity, along with Scott's knowledge of our company and his enthusiasm and commitment, will be of enormous benefit to Viacom's increasingly global, immensely talented and creative employee base.

"Denise White has made a major contribution to Viacom and helped us build a world-class human resources function. Her hard work as a positive agent of change has enhanced our culture and helped us maintain and expand our reputation as a great place to work. We will miss her but understand her decision to leave us and focus fully on her entrepreneurial interests, particularly the non-profit foundations that she founded and continues to manage. We thank her and wish her all the best."

Mr. Dooley said, "I have had the pleasure to work directly with Scott in his time as COO of BET and was continuously impressed with his intellect, his commitment and his skillful leadership in a variety of roles and situations. Scott has successfully managed nearly every important area of BET, including its digital, sales and business operations, which gives him unique and valuable insights in his new role at Viacom. I am confident he will help us further energize our vibrant workforce and enhance our culture of innovation and excellence."

Mr. Mills said, "I have been extremely fortunate to be part of BET and the Viacom family for 15 years and to participate in our growth and expansion in so many ways. I could not be more excited to take on this new role and to build on that legacy in this time of unprecedented change in our industry. I look forward to continuing to work with my colleagues at BET and now throughout Viacom to expand on the great accomplishments of Denise and her team and to help build an organization that not only attracts the very best employees, but also gives them the resources and encouragement they need to achieve at the highest possible level."

As President and COO of BET Networks, Mr. Mills led its business functions, including sales, finance, legal and business affairs, human resources, digital, research, strategic planning, business development, and administration, reporting to BET Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Debra Lee. While in this role, he led the launch of BET's Centric Channel and initiated the upcoming BET Experience festival. Prior to that, Mr. Mills was Chief Financial Officer and President of Digital Media. As CFO, Mr. Mills was responsible for the company's finance functions, including accounting, reporting, financial planning, tax, treasury and controls, as well as corporate research, strategic planning and business development. As President of Digital Media, Mr. Mills launched BET Mobile and BET's digital video distribution operations. Before becoming CFO, Mr. Mills was Executive Vice President and COO of BET Interactive, where he oversaw the start-up of BET.com and led the property to become a leading online destination for African Americans.

Prior to joining BET as Senior Vice President of Business Development in 1997, Mr. Mills was a Vice President specializing in infrastructure financing with an investment bank. Mr. Mills also served as Deputy Treasurer of the City of Philadelphia. A native of New York, he received his Bachelor of Science degree in economics from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. Mr. Mills is a member of the Executive Leadership Council.

About Viacom

Viacom is home to the world's premier entertainment brands that connect with audiences through compelling content across television, motion picture, online and mobile platforms in over 160 countries and territories. With media networks reaching approximately 700 million global subscribers, Viacom's leading brands include MTV, VH1, CMT, Logo, BET, CENTRIC, Nickelodeon, Nick Jr., TeenNick, Nicktoons, Nick at Nite, COMEDY CENTRAL, TV Land, SPIKE, Tr3s, Paramount Channel and VIVA. Paramount Pictures, celebrating its 100th year in 2012 and creator of many of the most beloved motion pictures, continues today as a major global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment. Viacom operates a large portfolio of branded digital media experiences, including many of the world's most popular properties for entertainment, community and casual online gaming.

For more information about Viacom and its businesses, visit www.viacom.com. Keep up with Viacom news by following Viacom's blog at blog.viacom.com and Twitter feed at http://www.twitter.com/Viacom [@Viacom].

About BET Networks

BET Networks, a subsidiary of Viacom Inc., is the nation's leading provider of quality entertainment, music, news and public affairs television programming for the African-American audience. The primary BET channel reaches more than 90 million households and can be seen in the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, the United Kingdom and sub-Saharan Africa. BET is the dominant African-American consumer brand with a diverse group of business extensions: BET.com, a leading Internet destination for Black entertainment, music, culture, and news; CENTRIC, a 24-hour entertainment network targeting the 25- to 54-year-old African-American audience; BET Digital Networks - BET Gospel and BET Hip Hop, attractive alternatives for cutting-edge entertainment tastes; BET Home Entertainment, a collection of BET-branded offerings for the home environment including DVDs and video-on-demand; BET Event Productions, a full-scale event management and production company with festivals and live events spanning the globe; BET Mobile, which provides ringtones, games and video content for wireless devices; and BET International, which operates BET in the United Kingdom and oversees the extension of BET network programming for global distribution.
SOURCE Viacom Inc.

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