Gold Derby, the leading awards prediction platform, announced the appointment of Debra Birnbaum to Editor-In-Chief. In her new role, Birnbaum will lead Gold Derby’s coverage and analysis across the expansive awards ecosystem which includes the Oscars, Emmys, Grammys, Golden Globes, and more. She will report into Tom Finn, Executive Vice President & General Manager, Operations, Penske Media Corporation and be based in Los Angeles. She officially begins her new role on September 16. Tom O’Neil, Gold Derby’s Founder and President will step into the role of President Emeritus.
"We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Tom O'Neil for his visionary leadership and tremendous contributions to Gold Derby,” said Jay Penske, Chairman, Founder, CEO, Penske Media Corportation. “Tom created Gold Derby from the ground up and made it an online destination for insightful award predictions and industry analysis. We know that Debra is the ideal person to build upon this legacy as we head into the 25th year of the brand.”
"There is no one more uniquely qualified than Debra to lead the Gold Derby brand into the future," said O’Neil. I eagerly welcome her to take the reins and am excited to see where she will lead us into our exciting future.”
“It’s truly an honor to be handed the reins of Gold Derby," said Birnbaum. “I know firsthand how much respect and support the entertainment industry has for the site, and I'm eager to expand its profile as the pre-eminent home for awards predictions. I couldn't be more grateful to Jennifer Salke and Sue Kroll for all their support, and I am so proud of what we accomplished at Amazon MGM Studios, including our recent Emmy nominations for Fallout, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, Red, White & Royal Blue, and more.”
Birnbaum is an accomplished multi-platform media strategist and content creator with over 25 years of experience covering news and entertainment.
Most recently she was the global head of awards for Amazon MGM Studios, overseeing awards strategy for the studio’s extensive slate of original films and series. During her tenure there, Amazon MGM Studios set new studio records for awards, including 12 Academy Award nominations in 2021, 68 Emmy Award nominations in 2023, and 16 Golden Globe Award nominations in 2023, along with other high-profile industry awards.
Birnbaum spent five years as the executive editor, TV, for Variety, leading television news and awards coverage for the trade magazine’s multiple platforms, including the weekly print edition, Variety.com, and special awards season issues. As the president and editor-in-chief of TV Guide Magazine, a position she held for seven years, she revitalized a classic brand with innovations like the annual "Fan Favorites" cover contest and the "Hot List" party. She has also worked for Redbook, George, More, The New York Post, and Us Weekly, overseeing entertainment coverage.
She has appeared frequently on TV and radio as an entertainment expert, and moderated hundreds of panels for high-profile industry and consumer events at the Television Academy, Screen Actors Guild, Paley Center, Comic-Con, and more. Her work has earned recognition from the L.A. Press Club, the Publicists Guild of America, the Webby Awards, the Clio Awards, Promax, and the Television Academy, notably an Emmy Award for producing Variety’s “Actors on Actors” series.
Birnbaum recently joined the Board of Directors of the Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA). A graduate of Cornell University, she’s a member of the President’s Council of Cornell Women and serves as an alumni ambassador. She also belongs to key entertainment industry organizations, including the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences (AMPAS), the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA), the Television Academy, and the International Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.
About Gold Derby
Established in 2000, Gold Derby famously presents four sets of Oscar, Emmy, Grammy and other predictions for comparison and analysis: Experts (journalists from Entertainment Weekly, USA Today, etc.), Gold Derby’s Editors, Top 24 Users (who scored best predicting the same awards last year) and all site Users. The predictions are listed in various charts, then aggregated into racetrack odds and percentages that are applied by site users to wager points. Gold Derby thus operates as a true racetrack – for entertainment gaming purposes only. Site users may compete individually or in leagues. Scores are issued after every awards competition and winners are ballyhooed.
Today, Rolling Stone, the award-winning global authority on music, politics, and more, is proud to announce the launch of Rolling Stone Africa in partnership with MWANKOM, dedicated to championing quality Afro content. This collaboration marks a significant milestone as Rolling Stone expands its footprint in Africa with a goal of capturing its vibrant cultures and diverse voices.
“Expanding Rolling Stone's presence in Africa has been our long-term goal. We’re thrilled to give a platform to the rich music scene, culture, and stories that define the continent,” says Gus Wenner, CEO of Rolling Stone. “We look forward to working with MWANKOM and fostering global connections through the universal language of music."
Rolling Stone is renowned for its deep insights and fearless editorial stance in coverage of music, politics, entertainment, and popular culture. MWANKOM is poised to align with and support Rolling Stone’s mission by offering inclusive coverage of the same integrity across Africa’s culture, business, and technology landscape.
“Rooted in a rich multicultural heritage, our journey has been defined by a strong commitment to collaborating with trailblazing entrepreneurs from Africa and its global diaspora across various sectors,” says D. Romuald Bellegarde-Smeralda, CEO & Founder of MWANKOM. “This passion propels us to forge meaningful partnerships and transform remarkable visions into reality. The power of Afro-culture has now become mainstream. With a population in Africa well over 1 billion and a global diaspora of over 500 million people, including a large percentage below 30 years old, we understand the task. As a team of young and accomplished professionals all originating from the continent, we look forward to helping connect success stories from Africa with the rest of the world via the Rolling Stone Africabrand.”
MWANKOM’s diverse content portfolio reflects the multifaceted Afro experience and endeavors to elevate and celebrate Afro stories in a way that resonates with audiences worldwide. MWANKOM’s ultimate objective is positively impacting Africa by supporting educational projects and young entrepreneurs leveraging the global Afro diaspora.
The appointment process for the Editor-in-Chief and other senior positions is currently underway. The official launch date is forthcoming.
About ROLLING STONE:
Five decades since its founding, Rolling Stone today has evolved into a multi-platform content brand with unrivalled access and authority. Published in 10 languages, Rolling Stone has a global audience of over 75 million across 14 international editions. Staying true to its mission to tell exceptional stories that illuminate the culture of our times, Rolling Stone is an authority for music reviews, in-depth interviews, hard-hitting political commentary, and award-winning journalism across print, digital, mobile, video, social and events. Operated and published by Penske Media Corporation, Rolling Stone provides “all the news that fits.”
About MWANKOM:
MWANKOM is dedicated to becoming a leading provider of quality content championing Afro content and culture across the diaspora. MWANKOM aims to emerge as a premium provider of high-quality content celebrating Afro culture and experiences worldwide. By 2030, MWANKOM envisions reaching over 100 million devices globally, with wide distribution planned across Sub-Saharan Africa, Brazil, the Caribbean, the United States, Canada, Europe, and the UK. With a commitment to excellence, MWANKOM aims to redefine storytelling by amplifying the voices and experiences of the Afro community.
With Additional Performances by Jamie xx, Jungle, James Blake, Thundercat, Toro y Moi, Badbadnotgood, Neil Frances, LP Giobbi, Empress Of, John Talabot, and Fifi Taking Place September 27-28 in Downtown Las Vegas
Today, Life is Beautiful, the renowned festival celebrating music, art, and culture, introduces A Big Beautiful Block Party, a thrilling new format and celebration of the culture, ideals and evolution of Downtown Las Vegas. The two-day party, taking place September 27-28, is a unique return to the festival’s roots, offering a more close-knit experience set against the vibrant backdrop of the city’s downtown heart. This year’s newly created event includes performances by Justice, Peggy Gou, LCD Soundsystem, Jamie xx, Jungle, James Blake, Thundercat, Toro y Moi, Badbadnotgood, Neil Frances, LP Giobbi, Empress Of, John Talabot, and Fifi.
Life is Beautiful will transform Downtown Las Vegas into a massive dance party, featuring non-stop music from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. each day, and will deliver a truly unforgettable experience. Embracing a unique approach, the festival eliminates overlapping sets, allowing attendees to immerse themselves fully in the music without missing a beat. From electrifying headliners to emerging talent, Life is Beautiful promises to deliver performances that captivate and inspire.
Located just a five-minute walk from The Arts District, The East Fremont Entertainment District, and the iconic Fremont Street Experience, Life is Beautiful invites its community to explore and enjoy the rich tapestry of Las Vegas while experiencing world-class music and artistry. Additionally, Life is Beautiful is proud to partner with Headcount, working together to register voters in anticipation of this critical election year.
Tickets for the festival go on sale on Thursday, June 27, at 10 a.m. PST at LifeisBeautiful.com. General Admission passes start at $199, and VIP passes start at $399.
About Life is Beautiful
Celebrating 11 years, Life is Beautiful Festival is Las Vegas' premier music and arts event. Life is Beautiful was born as part of the major revitalization of Downtown Las Vegas in 2013 and has helped transform the surrounding DTLV community into a bustling destination while contributing over $450M of economic impact and cultural capital to the area. Acquired by Penske Media Corporation and Rolling Stone in December 2023, Life is Beautiful is expanding its offering introducing new event concepts and formats while evolving and expanding the reach and impact of its marquee festival. Life is Beautiful continues to be driven by its core mission to create a holistic experience which aids in positive community development and individual empowerment through shared experiences driven by art and culture. What started as an event has become something more: a symbol of connection, joy and creativity.
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TikTok: @lifeisbeautifulfestival
With Additional Performances by Jamie xx, Jungle, James Blake, Thundercat, Toro y Moi, Badbadnotgood, Neil Frances, LP Giobbi, Empress Of, John Talabot, and Fifi Taking Place September 27-28 in Downtown Las Vegas
Today, Life is Beautiful, the renowned festival celebrating music, art, and culture, introduces A Big Beautiful Block Party, a thrilling new format and celebration of the culture, ideals and evolution of Downtown Las Vegas. The two-day party, taking place September 27-28, is a unique return to the festival’s roots, offering a more close-knit experience set against the vibrant backdrop of the city’s downtown heart. This year’s newly created event includes performances by Justice, Peggy Gou, LCD Soundsystem, Jamie xx, Jungle, James Blake, Thundercat, Toro y Moi, Badbadnotgood, Neil Frances, LP Giobbi, Empress Of, John Talabot, and Fifi.
Life is Beautiful will transform Downtown Las Vegas into a massive dance party, featuring non-stop music from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. each day, and will deliver a truly unforgettable experience. Embracing a unique approach, the festival eliminates overlapping sets, allowing attendees to immerse themselves fully in the music without missing a beat. From electrifying headliners to emerging talent, Life is Beautiful promises to deliver performances that captivate and inspire.
Located just a five-minute walk from The Arts District, The East Fremont Entertainment District, and the iconic Fremont Street Experience, Life is Beautiful invites its community to explore and enjoy the rich tapestry of Las Vegas while experiencing world-class music and artistry. Additionally, Life is Beautiful is proud to partner with Headcount, working together to register voters in anticipation of this critical election year.
Tickets for the festival go on sale on Thursday, June 27, at 10 a.m. PST at LifeisBeautiful.com. General Admission passes start at $199, and VIP passes start at $399.
About Life is Beautiful
Celebrating 11 years, Life is Beautiful Festival is Las Vegas' premier music and arts event. Life is Beautiful was born as part of the major revitalization of Downtown Las Vegas in 2013 and has helped transform the surrounding DTLV community into a bustling destination while contributing over $450M of economic impact and cultural capital to the area. Acquired by Penske Media Corporation and Rolling Stone in December 2023, Life is Beautiful is expanding its offering introducing new event concepts and formats while evolving and expanding the reach and impact of its marquee festival. Life is Beautiful continues to be driven by its core mission to create a holistic experience which aids in positive community development and individual empowerment through shared experiences driven by art and culture. What started as an event has become something more: a symbol of connection, joy and creativity.
Follow Life is Beautiful
Instagram: @Lifeisbeautiful
Twitter: @lifeisbeautiful
Facebook: @lifeisbeautifulfest
TikTok: @lifeisbeautifulfestival
London, June 2025
Today, South by Southwest® (SXSW®), the world’s leading festival celebrating the convergence of creativity, culture and technology, is launching in London in June 2025.
Through its multidisciplinary conferences and cultural festivals, SXSW has become a global platform to celebrate new ideas, propelling the careers of innovators and creatives across sectors, from start-up founders to independent artists and filmmakers.
SXSW London expands the footprint of the world’s leading and most sought-after cultural platform created over almost four decades in Austin, Texas. Every year, hundreds of thousands of creatives converge at SXSW to discuss and debate some of the most challenging issues of our time, with innovation in technology and science presented alongside the world’s biggest music and entertainment stories. From AI to climate change, politics to society, and the first outings for game changing start-ups such as Twitter and Airbnb, SXSW has been at the forefront of ideas and providing platforms for the world’s most critical and impactful voices.
Since 1987, SXSW has welcomed the world’s leading speakers and participants across a multitude of disciplines, including Christiane Amanpour, Deepak Chopra, Mark Cuban, Melinda Gates, Dave Grohl, Sadiq Khan, Barack Obama, Michelle Obama, Steven Spielberg, Dr. Lisa Su, Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, Tilda Swinton, Taika Waititi, Elizabeth Warren, Amy Webb, Michelle Yeoh, and Mark Zuckerberg.
SXSW also creates unrivalled showcasing opportunities for new musicians and filmmakers, with a roll call of firsts that has helped propel global cultural icons like Amy Winehouse, Billie Eilish, Dua Lipa and Ed Sheeran, and other influential artists such as Skepta, Stormzy and Wet Leg.
SXSW London will bring its own distinctive personality, driven by London's internationally renowned cultural life and creativity, its status as a global meeting place, and its proximity to other major creative and tech centres in Europe. Over the course of a week in June, SXSW London will take over dozens of venues, galleries, clubs and other spaces in Shoreditch, east London, renowned as a vibrant centre for creativity and technological innovation, as well as for its diversity, energetic youth culture, global cuisine and nightlife.
SXSW London will build upon London’s place within the community of over 20 million people working in the creative and technology sectors across Europe. In the UK alone, the cultural and creative industries contribute £125 billion, with London contributing more than half of the UK’s entire creative industries economic output.
In addition to inspiring and challenging keynotes, music showcases, and innovations in tech, gaming and screen, SXSW London will introduce boundary pushing visual arts, design and fashion programming, with exhibitions and interactive and immersive experiences in public spaces across its east London campus.
As SXSW’s European edition, SXSW London will have a particular emphasis on creative talent from across Europe. SXSW London will continue to encourage the convergence of creativity and culture, unexpected discoveries, and connections between visitors, creating opportunities for attendees, performers, and the broader London community to collaborate and innovate. SXSW London will also continue to develop Austin's focus on climate action and sustainability, with the ambition to drive positive change for future generations.
More details about the SXSW London 2025 programme will be announced in the coming months, with badges due to go on sale in October 2024. Register your interest for the most unmissable event in the 2025 European creative calendar at sxswlondon.com.
Randel Bryan, Managing Director of SXSW London, said:
"As a life-long fan of SXSW I truly believe that it’s more than an event - it’s a movement, a platform where the world’s greatest minds, musicians and motivators come to share their passion and their vision of the future.
"SXSW London will build on Austin's incredible legacy, presenting an event that underpins why SXSW is the go-to destination for professionals and creatives seeking meaningful connections, unexpected experiences and ideas that can help shape the world.
"SXSW London will also provide a platform for the next generation of creative talent and we will be working hard to ensure that opportunities for learning, employment and community uplift are at the heart of everything we do."
Jann Baskett, Co-President and Chief Brand Officer of SXSW, said:
"We couldn’t be more excited to bring the SXSW experience to London. Following the success of SXSW Sydney, this is an incredible new opportunity to highlight the elements that make SXSW unique in one of the most vibrant cities in Europe. We look forward to forming deeper connections with our overseas community and bringing the conversations that start in Austin all the way to London."
The Mayor of London Sadiq Khan said:
"I am delighted to welcome SXSW to London for the first time ever - confirming our place at the heart of Europe’s tech and creative sectors and as a global capital of culture.
"When I was part of SXSW in Austin in 2018, I saw first-hand the electric atmosphere of innovation SXSW creates and I can’t wait to be part of it again. This is a historic opportunity for London to once again bring the world’s most exciting talent together as part of our mission to build a better and more prosperous London for everyone."
Culture Secretary, Lucy Frazer said:
“Festivals have been a vital part of British culture for decades and a key part of the reason why the UK is known the world over for creative excellence.
“From film and TV to fashion and music, London is a global hub for cultural and creative talent, so it’s fantastic that SXSW is coming here to bring together innovators from across these sectors and demonstrate why the UK’s creative industries are the envy of the world.”
Read quotes from Sir Peter Bazalgette, Co-Chair, UK Creative Industries Council, Dr Jo Twist OBE, Chief Executive, BPI, Darren Henley, Chief Executive, Arts Council England, Naomi Pohl, General Secretary Musicians’ Union, Priya Lakhani OBE, Founder and CEO, CENTURY TECH, Skinder Hundal MBE, Director, Arts, British Council, Karen Palmer, the award winning XR creator and futurist, Tom Kiehl, Interim Chief Executive, UK Music, Sally Davies, Managing Director of Abbey Road Studios, Lawrence Montgomery, Managing Director, Rough Trade Retail (UK), Jessica Driscoll, Director of Immersive Technology, Digital Catapult, Adam Cole, who presented his work Kiss/Crash at SXSW 2024 in Austin, Caroline Rush CBE, CEO British Fashion Council and Chair Creative Industries Trade and Investment Board, Professor James Bennett, Director CoSTAR National R&D Lab for Creative Technologies, Crispin Parry, CEO, British Underground, Ed Jenkins, CEO Volumetric Video Ltd and Dr Hayaatun Sillem CBE, CEO, Royal Academy of Engineering and Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering Foundation here.
About SXSW
SXSW dedicates itself to helping creative people achieve their goals. Founded in 1987 in Austin, Texas, SXSW is best known for its conference and festivals that celebrate the convergence of tech, film and television, music, education, and culture. An essential destination for global professionals, the annual March event features sessions, music, and comedy showcases, film and television screenings, exhibitions, professional development, and a variety of opportunities to meet and connect with people. SXSW proves that the most unexpected discoveries happen when diverse topics and individuals come together. SXSW 2025 will take place March 7-15 in Austin.
SXSW’s expansion into the Asia Pacific region, with SXSW Sydney starting in 2023 and Europe with SXSW London in 2025, provides new possibilities at this iconic experience. These events, each with their own distinct flavour, make South By an indispensable three-stop tour for the global creative community.
Panarae
Panarae is a private investment company with a focus on the financing and development of global enterprises. The company has a diverse investment and partnership portfolio – ranging from financial and professional services to media and entertainment. SXSW London is produced under license from SXSW LLC by Panarise, a live entertainment company established and owned by Panarae.
TAIT
TAIT partners with artists, brands, and institutions to bring culture-defining, never-before-seen experiences to life. With a legacy of innovation spanning over 45 years, TAIT has grown from pioneering in rock ‘n’ roll concert staging to setting the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences through cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design, as well as producing high-stakes, high-touchpoint moments around the globe. TAIT’s 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Snap Inc., Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Warner Bros. Discovery, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Google, Disney, Beyoncé, Bloomberg, and The Olympics.
April, 26, 2024 – LOS ANGELES – Today, CBS and Dick Clark Productions (DCP) announced the world’s largest fan-voted award show, the AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS (AMAs), will air on the CBS Television Network for the first time, Sunday, October 6, 2024 (8:00 PM, ET/5:00 PM, PT) and stream on Paramount+.
The AMAs celebrate the year’s top achievements in music determined by the fans, for the fans. Over the past 50 years, the AMAs has showcased the very best in music and delivered memorable pop-culture moments and powerful lineups, including first-time collaborations and exclusive world premiere performances from music’s biggest names across pop, rap, R&B, country, Latin, K-Pop and more.
The 2024 AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS are produced by Dick Clark Productions. Nominees are based on key fan interactions – as reflected on the Billboard charts – including streaming, album sales, song sales and radio airplay.
*Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers will have access to stream the show live via the live feed of their local CBS affiliate on the service, as well as on demand. Paramount+ Essential subscribers will not have the option to stream live but will have access to on-demand the day after the special airs.
Media Contacts:
Dick Clark Productions
Gina Sorial, gsorial@dickclark.com
Lydia Baskharoon, lbaskharoon@dickclark.com
CBS
Kate Fisher, KHFisher@cbs.com
ATX TV Festival has announced additional programming for Season 13, taking place May 30-June 2, 2024, in Austin, Texas
Today, ATX TV Festival announced the Closing Night event will feature Norman Lear’s TV for the People: Script Reading and Conversation, a night of comedy, conversation, and celebration honoring the life and legacy of legendary writer, producer, and activist Norman Lear.
The event will feature live script readings of the groundbreaking abortion episode from Maude (“Maude’s Dilemma”) and a classic episode from Good Times, with guest casts who will step into some of TV’s most iconic roles for the one-night event.
Following the script reading, Lear’s collaborators, friends, and fellow creatives will join for a conversation about his groundbreaking approach to TV that reflected and commented on the everyday American experience; his ability to use the sitcom format to invite audiences in to broader conversations about racism, abortion, LGBTQ+ rights, sexual assault, and more; and how Lear’s legacy continues to shape the medium through the next generation of storytellers.
Confirmed participants include Katey Sagal (in the role of “Maude”), Phil Rosenthal (in the role of “Walter Findlay”),Danny Pino (in the role of “Dr. Arthur Harmon”), Dulé Hill (in the role of “James Evans Sr.”), and producer Brent Miller (former producing partner to Lear, and Owner/CEO of newly released A House on Brame Productions), with additional panelists to be announced soon.
The event will be supported by USC Annenberg Norman Lear Center’s Hollywood, Health and Society, with additional partners to be announced soon. The event will be open to Festival badgeholders, as well as single ticket holders. Buy your Badge, Pass, or Ticket now at: atxfestival.com/attend
In addition to the previously announced Girls5eva Karaoke Night event, Universal Studio Group will also present a track of screenings and conversations, including:
- “Funny AF” – A panel featuring USG’s top comedians and comedy showrunners for a moderated discussion about their individual shows, how they got started in comedy, comedy for a mass audience, and more. Confirmed panelists include Hacks actor Mark Indelicato, Girls5eva creator/showrunner/executive producer Meredith Scardino, Resident Alien creator/showrunner/executive producer Chris Sheridan, and Lopez vs. Lopez co-creator/showrunner/executive producer Debby Wolfe.
- “Queer Storytelling” – A panel celebrating LGBTQIA+ series and moments that have opened new doors for queer storytelling, the kinds of stories we still want to see – and the creatives who are breaking the mold. Confirmed panelists include actors Mark Indelicato (Hacks) and Daniel Kyri (Chicago Fire).
- Resident Alien with Chris Sheridan & Alan Tudyk – A deep dive into the SYFY comedy about “a crash-landed alien” who begins to wrestle the moral dilemma of his original mission (killing all humans). Creator/showrunner/executive producer Chris Sheridan and star Alan Tudyk will join fans to discuss the show’s recently concluded third season - including guest stars, baddies, and what that season finale means for Harry and the residents of Patience (and Earth) going forward.
- Hacks Seasons 3 Finale Screening and Q&A – A screening of the finale episode from the upcoming third season of the award-winning comedy Hacks, from Max and Universal Television. Following the screening, cast member Mark Indelicato will join for a Q&A conversation.
New additions to the lineup also include:
- Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire Season 2 Screening and Q&A presented by AMC Networks – Creator/executive producer Rolin Jones, executive producer Mark Johnson, and cast members will join for an advance episode screening from Season 2, followed by a conversation.
The interview continues in season two of Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire. In the year 2022, the vampire Louis de Pointe du Lac (Jacob Anderson) recounts his life story to journalist Daniel Molloy (Eric Bogosian). Picking up from the bloody events in New Orleans in 1940 when Louis and teen fledgling Claudia (Delainey Hayles) conspired to kill the Vampire Lestat de Lioncourt (Sam Reid), Louis tells of his adventures in Europe, a quest to discover Old World Vampires and the Theatre Des Vampires in Paris, with Claudia. It is in Paris that Louis first meets the Vampire Armand (Assad Zaman). Their courtship and love affair will prove to have devastating consequences both in the past and in the future, and Molloy will probe to get to the truths buried within the memories. The series returns May 12 on AMC and AMC+.
- Orphan Black: Echoes U.S. Premiere Screening and Q&A presented by AMC Networks – Set in the same universe as the critically acclaimed, cult phenomenon Orphan Black, Orphan Black: Echoes stars and is executive produced by Krysten Ritter (Marvel’s Jessica Jones, Love and Death), and “takes a deep dive into the exploration of the scientific manipulation of human existence, [following] a group of women as they weave their way into each other’s lives and embark on a thrilling journey, unraveling the mystery of their identity and uncovering a wrenching story of love and betrayal.”
The premiere screening will be followed by a conversation with executive producer/writer Anna Fishko (Pieces of Her, The Society, Fear the Walking Dead) and executive producer/director John Fawcett (co-creator of Orphan Black) moderated by Vanity Fair’s Maureen Ryan with additional panelists to be confirmed at a later date. Orphan Black: Echoes premieres Sunday, June 23 on AMC, AMC+ and BBC AMERICA.
In addition, Season 13 of the Festival will feature:
- “The Way Home: A Conversation with the Creators & Cast” – The stars of Hallmark Channel’s original series “The Way Home,” which follows three generations of women living together in a small farm town as they navigate a time-traveling journey across multiple eras to “find their way back to each other,” will join for an in-depth look at the breakout hit, including its recently-aired second season. Confirmed panelists include showrunners/co-creators/executive producers Heather Conkie and Alexandra Clarke, co-creator/executive producer Marly Reed, and cast members Andie MacDowell, Chyler Leigh, Evan Williams, and Sadie Laflamme-Snow.
- Billy the Kid Screening and Q&A with Tom Blyth and Donald De Line presented by MGM+ — MGM+ will host an advance screening of Billy the Kid Season 2, Part 2, which finds Billy (Tom Blyth) “caught in the middle of the Lincoln County War, a murderous conflict driven by money, greed and corruption.” Following the screening, star Tom Blyth (The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes) and showrunner/executive producer Donald De Line (Wayward Pines) will join for a conversation about bringing the Wild West to life and Billy’s journey throughout Season 2.
- “Breakfast with the Rosenthals” - Creator, writer, producer, host, and author Phil Rosenthal returns to Austin for another delicious discussion about the latest season of his hit Netflix series Somebody Feed Phil, his new book Just Try It!, and his podcast “Naked Lunch”… with a few special guests! Rosenthal will be joined by his daughter, Lily Rosenthal (co-author of Just Try It!), his brother Richard Rosenthal (executive producer and occasional-guest-star, Somebody Feed Phil), and his son Ben Rosenthal to discuss the family’s shared love of food, travel, and comedy, and why they just can’t help but work together.
- “Fireside Chat with Jeff Wachtel” – A wide-ranging conversation with Future Shack Entertainment CEO and former President of USA Network, Universal Content Productions, and NBCUniversal International Studios, Jeff Wachtel, about lessons learned in development, business models built to adapt and innovate, the future of streaming, and more.
- "Beau Willimon Breaks a Season of TV" – Ready, set, break! Writer/Producer Beau Willimon (House of Cards, The First, Andor) will break an entire season of TV with the audience... in just one hour.
- Pretty Little Liars: Summer School stars Bailee Madison, Chandler Kinney, Malia Pyles, Zaria, and Mallory Bechtel, and creators/executive producers Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa and Lindsay Calhoon Bring will join for a sneak peek screening of episode 6 followed by a Q&A presented by Max.
- Animal Control Panel with the Cast — FOX Entertainment’s original workplace comedy Animal Control, starring Emmy Award nominee Joel McHale (Community), joins the line-up with a conversation featuring cast membersVella Lovell (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend) and Grace Palmer (Good Grief), who star as local Animal Control workers whose lives are complicated by the fact that animals are simple, but humans are not.
- NEW PANELISTS – Presidential Forum: On TV, The Industry and What’s Next: Panelists Nicole Clemens, president, Paramount Television Studios; Lisa Katz, president, Scripted Content, NBCUniversal Entertainment; Erin Underhill, president, Universal Television; Katherine Pope, president, Sony Pictures Television Studios; and Karey Burke, president, 20th Television will sit down for a conversation about the current and future states of television following a year with two historic strikes.
- NEW PANELISTS – Hotel Cocaine Screening and Q&A presented by MGM+: MGM+ will host a screening of the premiere episode of the new crime thriller Hotel Cocaine, from creator and executive producer Chris Brancato (Godfather of Harlem, Narcos). The screening will be followed by a conversation with Brancato, co-executive producer Maurice Compte, and cast members Danny Pino (Mayans M.C.), Mark Feuerstein (Royal Pains), and Yul Vazquez (The Outsider).
Buy your Badge or Pass now at: atxfestival.com/attend
All of this joins the previously announced programming:
- Suits Retrospective
- Halt and Catch Fire 10-Year Anniversary with Creatives and Cast
- “Presidential Forum: On TV, the Industry, and What’s Next”
- “Industry” Season 3 Premiere and Q&A with Creators
- OPENING NIGHT: “Fantasmas” World Premiere with Julio Torres
- “Pretty Little Liars: Summer School” Screening and Q&A with Cast & Creatives
- “Fargo” Screening and Conversation with Noah Hawley
- “Adventures in Indie TV” with Duplass Brothers Productions
- “The Art of World-Building” presented by Sony Pictures Television
- “The History of TV” presented by RCA
- “Girls5eva” Karaoke Night presented by Universal Studio Group
- “Hotel Cocaine” Screening and Q&A with Creator and Cast
- The Pitch Competition Live Finale
- Breakthrough Awardee: Devery Jacobs
- “The Monologue Case Study with Mike Flanagan”
- “Trial By Content (Live!)”
- Panelists David Hudgins (FBI: Most Wanted), Graham Yost (Silo), and Jessica Rhoades (Black Mirror)
For more information on ATX TV’s year round events and programming, please visit atxtv.com.
ABOUT ATX TV FESTIVAL
ATX TV Festival is an annual event produced by ATX TV, taking place each summer in Austin, TX. As the leading television festival, it brings together fans and industry to celebrate the television medium by looking at its history, where it is now, and where it is headed. The festival consists of screenings followed by Q&As, panel conversations, and events (parties, live music, happy hours, hosted receptions, etc) and is known for reunions of classic series and cult hits. Screenings include never-aired pilots, canceled-too-soon series, current favorites, and world premieres. Panels conversations range from industry deep-dives to fan-focused conversations, along with discussions on representation (in front of and behind the camera) and responsibility in storytelling. The ATX TV audience is comprised equally of consumers and industry professionals, and ATX TV Festival is the only place they come together as one community to discuss and celebrate all aspects of #TVTogether.
Today, TVLine, the industry’s authority in television content, has announced the promotion and the expanded scope of three editorial leaders: Matt Webb Mitovich, Kimberly Roots, and Rebecca Iannucci, effective immediately. These promotions punctuate TVLine’s evolution and continued growth across the brand.
“We are thrilled to announce these deserving promotions, reflecting both the dedication and talent of our team as we build and evolve for the future,” said Michael Ausiello, Founder, TVLine.
New positions and expanded responsibilities include:
- Matt Webb Mitovich is promoted to Chief Content Officer, from Editor-in-Chief. Mitovich was part of TVLine's January 2011 launch team and is on the Television Critics Association Board of Directors. He is a graduate of Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, and previously worked at TVGuide.com, TV Guide Magazine and Fancast.
- Kimberly Roots is promoted to Editor-in-Chief, from Managing Editor. Roots joined TVLine in 2012. A graduate of Northeastern University and Columbia University’s Graduate School of Journalism, Roots’ work has appeared in the New Haven Register, The Star-Ledger, The Patriot Ledger, Science & Spirit and Science & Theology News. She lives in New York City.
- Rebecca Iannucci is promoted to Managing Editor, from Senior Editor. Iannucci has been a member of Team TVLine since 2013, when she was hired as an intern while pursuing her journalism degree at Elon University. After a short stint in Los Angeles as part of TVLine's West Coast team, Rebecca now works remotely from Raleigh, N.C.
About TVLine:
Since its launch in January 2011, TVLine has become a household name in trusted television content. Michael Ausiello and his team created the site to help TV enthusiasts cut through the clutter and find the news and updates they crave – from exclusive casting scoop to spoilers and deep-dives into your favorite shows. TVLine boasts an impressive digital reach of 12M unique video users, 364M social views and 1.6M followers.
Today, Fairchild Media Group announced that Jenny B. Fine has been promoted to the role of Editor-in-Chief, Beauty Inc, effective immediately. Fine began working at Beauty Inc in November 2001, and has been Executive Editor, Beauty, for WWD since November 2017. Fine will continue to oversee beauty content across Fairchild Media Group, and report directly to James Fallon, Editorial Director of WWD and Fairchild Media Group.
"Jenny's passion, inspiring leadership, knowledge and creativity make her immensely deserving of being named Editor-in-Chief of Beauty Inc,” said Fallon. “Under her direction over the last few years, WWD's beauty coverage has expanded to cover more categories, such as wellness, and has become even more of a must-read, not only for its up-to-the-minute breaking news but also its in depth analysis of the sector's trends—both current and soon to come. Beyond that, she has taken Beauty Inc's live global events to another level with her curation of speakers and compelling content, further enriching WWD's coverage of the beauty sector. Jenny’s talent as a journalist is recognized not only at Fairchild Media Group and Penske Media but throughout the industry.”
“From her expert industry reporting to her exceptional leadership and mentorship across the beauty community, Jenny has been the driving force of beauty at WWD for many years, making her elevation to Editor-in-Chief even more meaningful to us all,” noted Amanda Smith, President of Fairchild Media Group. “Under her guidance, Beauty Inc is synonymous with unparalleled journalism, analysis, and breaking news. She has transformed the title into a 360 brand of must-read content, must-see news, and must-attend global events for the very discerning beauty category. I am thrilled to congratulate Jenny on this well-deserved promotion, and I look forward to a future filled with innovation and exciting possibilities for Beauty Inc and the entire FMG brand.”
Prior to joining Beauty Inc, Jenny was Editor of Luckymag.com, where she was responsible for overseeing its launch and editorial content. She was previously Director of iVillage.com’s Beauty Channel and Beauty Director at SELF. She began her career in magazine publishing at Fairchild, where she served as Senior Associate Editor of Salon News and Beauty News Editor of WWD. A native of Louisville, Kentucky, Fine received a B.A. in Art History and an M.A. in Journalism from New York University.
About Beauty Inc
Beauty Inc is the insider’s guide to the global Beauty community. Offering six franchise printed issues per year, a weekly news-based digital publication, and extended coverage on WWD.com, Beauty Inc is renowned for comprehensive reporting on industry trends and marketplace developments and is considered the premier source for in-depth coverage on all aspects of the Beauty, Wellness, and Retail communities.
About Fairchild Media Group
Fairchild Media Group (FMG) is a global media company of fashion trade magazines, websites, and conferences for the fashion, retail footwear, beauty and sourcing industries. Established in 1910 by John B. Fairchild, Fairchild Media Group brands today include Women’s Wear Daily (WWD), Footwear News (FN), Beauty Inc., Sourcing Journal, Rivet, Fairchild Live, and Fairchild Studio. FMG content reaches an 18 million+ international audience of business executives and fashion enthusiasts across print, digital, social and over 20 annual thought leader events including its renowned CEO Summits. Fairchild Media Group’s Fairchild Studio produces over 100 pieces of programming in partnership with blue chip brands including industry reports, video series, and podcasts. Visit https://pmc.com/our-brands/fairchild-live/.
Today, CBS and The Golden Globe® Awards announced today a new five-year deal to broadcast the award show on the Network and stream live on Paramount+. The new agreement kicks off with the January 2025 broadcast.
CBS’ recent broadcast of The 81ST ANNUAL GOLDEN GLOBE® AWARDS on Sunday, January 7th averaged 10 million viewers (Nielsen Live+7 Day national ratings), up nearly +50% from last year, its largest audience since 2020. The telecast was also the third-largest live-streamed CBS special event on Paramount+ ever in terms of AMA and reach.
“CBS’ collaboration with the Globes for this year’s broadcast was a big win for both of us and established strong momentum for awards shows in 2024,” said George Cheeks, President and CEO of CBS. “The Globes is a one-of a-kind live event that adds another marquee special and valuable promotional platform to CBS’ annual calendar. I’m excited to expand the partnership with Jay and the entire team to continue to drive the Globes forward.”
“We’re so proud to continue to call CBS our home for the Golden Globes,” said Jay Penske, Chairman and CEO of Penske Media and Dick Clark Productions. “CBS stepped up for the Globes during a very challenging time, and inherently understood its value, while having the foresight, imagination and conviction to bring this iconic show to its many platforms. We've long admired CBS’ commitment to some of the greatest cultural live events and partnering for the long-term further cements this show's legacy and incredible place in history.”
“Today marks a significant milestone for the Globes as we solidify our partnership with CBS and Paramount+ for the next five years,” said Helen Hoehne, President, Golden Globes. “We are incredibly proud of the audience we garnered in 2024 and look forward to building upon the immense success to make the 82nd annual Golden Globe Awards the best and most memorable show yet.”
The Golden Globe Awards, often referred to as Hollywood’s “Biggest Party of the Year®,” is one of the biggest nights on the calendar for live viewing. It is also the largest awards show in the world to celebrate the best of both film and television.
Produced and owned by Dick Clark Productions, the Golden Globe Awards are viewed in more than 185 countries worldwide.
About The Golden Globe® Awards
As a premier entertainment awards show since 1944, the annual Golden Globe Awards has honored achievements in both television and film. Over the last three decades, the licensing fees from the Golden Globe Awards have enabled donations of more than $55 million to entertainment-related charities including scholarship programs, film restoration projects and humanitarian efforts. This funding has also supported diverse programs in partnership with advocacy groups aimed at promoting greater access in Hollywood for underserved communities. Dick Clark Productions is the owner and producer of the Golden Globe Awards. For more information on the Golden Globe Awards, please visit www.GoldenGlobes.com and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and in Spanish on Twitter and Facebook.
About Dick Clark Productions
Dick Clark Productions is the world’s largest producer and proprietor of televised live event entertainment programming including the “Academy of Country Music Awards,” “American Music Awards,” “Billboard Music Awards,” “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest,” “Golden Globe Awards,” “So You Think You Can Dance,” from 19 Entertainment and DCP, and “Streamy Awards.” Dick Clark Productions owns one of the world’s most extensive and unique entertainment archive libraries with more than 60 years of award-winning shows, historic specials, performances, and legendary programming. Dick Clark Productions is a Penske Media company. For more information, please visit www.DickClark.com.
*Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers will have access to stream live via the live feed of their local CBS affiliate on the service, as well as on demand. Paramount+ Essential subscribers will not have the option to stream live but will have access to on-demand the day after the special airs.
Today, Luminate, the global entertainment data and insights provider, has been named to Fast Company’s prestigious list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2024.
This year’s list shines a spotlight on businesses that are shaping industry and culture through their innovations. These organizations are setting new standards and achieving remarkable milestones in all sectors of the economy. Alongside the World's 50 Most Innovative Companies, Fast Company recognizes 606 organizations across 58 sectors and regions.
Speaking on the news, Luminate CEO Rob Jonas said, “Over the past twelve months, Luminate has achieved a myriad of wins as we continue to grow and evolve our capabilities as the most trusted data and insights provider for the entertainment industry. The Beta launch of our new platform in the spring unveiled an intuitive new user experience that provides customers with the ability to extract more in-depth, expert-level insights than ever before. It marked a new chapter in our mission of building a reliable, centralized data hub across music, film, television, SVOD and more. That launch was followed by the introduction of key new offerings, including the Streaming Viewership (M) product, which measures minutes watched of original streaming TV series and films and our global music streaming data, inclusive of music engagement metrics from 50 different countries. Most recently, we acquired Quansic, a disruptive provider of music metadata solutions to improve our capabilities in this area. I am grateful to Fast Company for recognizing the exceptional work of the entire Luminate team.”
Luminate exists at the intersection of technology, media and culture, and serves as the entertainment industry's most trusted data partner. The company provides authoritative global data and insights across music, film and TV, managing more than 20 trillion data points that come verified from over 500 data partners. In addition to compiling the iconic Billboard Charts each week and confronting problems of data asymmetry in the film & TV SVOD industry, the company maintains an expansive set of diversity, equity, inclusion and sustainability metadata for Hollywood and provides audience research insights internationally.
The World's Most Innovative Companies stands as Fast Company's hallmark franchise and one of its most anticipated editorial efforts of the year.
Fast Company's editors and writers identified the companies driving progress around the world and across industries, evaluating thousands of submissions through a competitive application process. The result is a globe-spanning guide to innovation today, from early-stage startups to some of the most valuable companies in the world. Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies package is available online, as well as in-app form via iTunes, and on newsstands beginning March 26. The hashtag is #FCMostInnovative.
“Our list of the Most Innovative Companies is both a comprehensive look at the innovation economy and a snapshot of the business trends that defined the year,” said Fast Company editor-in-chief Brendan Vaughan. “We saw extraordinary innovation across the board in 2023, but we also saw a handful of clear patterns: the growing footprint and impact of AI, the triumphant return of live events, and great leaps forward in climate tech. We face daunting challenges on many fronts, but the solutions we celebrate in MIC give me plenty of hope about the future.”
Fast Company will host the Most Innovative Companies Summit and Gala on May 16. The summit features a morning and afternoon of inspiring content, followed by a creative black-tie gala including networking, a seated dinner, and an honoree presentation. This event celebrates the Most Innovative Companies honorees and provides an inside look at cutting-edge business trends and what it takes to innovate in 2024.
ABOUT LUMINATE
Luminate is the preeminent entertainment data and insights company, unleashing access to the most essential, objective, and trustworthy information across music, film and television, with data compiled from hundreds of verified sources. Today, the company maintains its more than 30-year legacy of accurate storytelling by powering the iconic Billboard music charts, while also acting as the premiere database for the television and film industries. Working closely with record labels, artists, studios, production companies, networks, tech companies, and more, Luminate offers the most valued source of comprehensive, independent, and foundational entertainment data that drives industry forward. Luminate is an independently operated company and a subsidiary of PME TopCo., a joint venture between Penske Media Corporation and Eldridge.
ABOUT FAST COMPANY
Fast Company is the only media brand fully dedicated to the vital intersection of business, innovation, and design, engaging the most influential leaders, companies, and thinkers on the future of business. Headquartered in New York City, Fast Company is published by Mansueto Ventures LLC, along with our sister publication Inc., and can be found online at www.fastcompany.com.
Today, Variety, Hollywood’s leading provider of entertainment business news, today announced that Dayna Wolpa, Emmy award-winning producer and Managing Director, Programming and Distribution, has been promoted to VP Talent & Programming. In this role, Wolpa will manage talent and programming for such successful Variety franchises as Power of Women, Power of Young Hollywood, Hitmakers, plus many more.
She currently oversees all of the talent programming for Variety’s studio at the Sundance Film Festival and the Toronto International Film Festival. Wolpa, who has been with Variety for over ten years, has booked talent for numerous events including Women of Reality TV Dinner, 10 Directors to Watch & Creative Impact Awards, the Variety/Chanel Female Filmmakers Dinner, the Variety/Golden Globes Breakthrough Artists Awards, Business of Broadway, and the upcoming SXSW Variety Power of Comedy.
“Dayna Wolpa has a well-deserved reputation as someone who can problem solve and get things done,” said Dea Lawrence, Chief Operating and Marketing Officer of Variety. “She takes on challenges in a thoughtful, creative manner with a precise eye for detail, characteristics that make her an outstanding executive.”
For years she has been the Associate Producer of Emmy award-winning “Actors on Actors,” and this past December won a Daytime Emmy for producing “Power of Women: Changemakers” for A&E. Wolpa also curates the coveted Power of Women gift bag and oversees all Variety guest lists for their exclusive events.
"I am grateful to have spent the last ten years at Variety," said Wolpa. "I look forward to continuing to collaborate with the best team in the business and am excited to be a part of Variety's ongoing expansion."
She will report to Lawrence and will continue to be based out of the Los Angeles office.
About Variety:
Variety is the #1 entertainment news brand. Now celebrating 119 years of award-winning breaking news reporting, insightful award-season coverage, must-read feature spotlights, and intelligent analysis of the industry’s most prominent players, Variety remains the most trusted source for the business of global entertainment. Read by a highly engaged audience of industry insiders, executive level professionals and decision makers, Variety’s multi-platform content coverage expands across digital, mobile, social, print, as well as podcasts, branded content, data, events and summits. Variety is the vital read in every entertainment capital. *Comscore Media Metrix Top 100 Ent News, October 2022. Variety is a subsidiary of PME TopCo., a joint venture between Penske Media Corporation and Eldridge.For more information, please visit www.variety.com.
April, 26, 2024 – LOS ANGELES – Today, CBS and Dick Clark Productions (DCP) announced the world’s largest fan-voted award show, the AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS (AMAs), will air on the CBS Television Network for the first time, Sunday, October 6, 2024 (8:00 PM, ET/5:00 PM, PT) and stream on Paramount+.
The AMAs celebrate the year’s top achievements in music determined by the fans, for the fans. Over the past 50 years, the AMAs has showcased the very best in music and delivered memorable pop-culture moments and powerful lineups, including first-time collaborations and exclusive world premiere performances from music’s biggest names across pop, rap, R&B, country, Latin, K-Pop and more.
The 2024 AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS are produced by Dick Clark Productions. Nominees are based on key fan interactions – as reflected on the Billboard charts – including streaming, album sales, song sales and radio airplay.
*Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers will have access to stream the show live via the live feed of their local CBS affiliate on the service, as well as on demand. Paramount+ Essential subscribers will not have the option to stream live but will have access to on-demand the day after the special airs.
Media Contacts:
Dick Clark Productions
Gina Sorial, gsorial@dickclark.com
Lydia Baskharoon, lbaskharoon@dickclark.com
CBS
Kate Fisher, KHFisher@cbs.com
ATX TV Festival has announced additional programming for Season 13, taking place May 30-June 2, 2024, in Austin, Texas
Today, ATX TV Festival announced the Closing Night event will feature Norman Lear’s TV for the People: Script Reading and Conversation, a night of comedy, conversation, and celebration honoring the life and legacy of legendary writer, producer, and activist Norman Lear.
The event will feature live script readings of the groundbreaking abortion episode from Maude (“Maude’s Dilemma”) and a classic episode from Good Times, with guest casts who will step into some of TV’s most iconic roles for the one-night event.
Following the script reading, Lear’s collaborators, friends, and fellow creatives will join for a conversation about his groundbreaking approach to TV that reflected and commented on the everyday American experience; his ability to use the sitcom format to invite audiences in to broader conversations about racism, abortion, LGBTQ+ rights, sexual assault, and more; and how Lear’s legacy continues to shape the medium through the next generation of storytellers.
Confirmed participants include Katey Sagal (in the role of “Maude”), Phil Rosenthal (in the role of “Walter Findlay”),Danny Pino (in the role of “Dr. Arthur Harmon”), Dulé Hill (in the role of “James Evans Sr.”), and producer Brent Miller (former producing partner to Lear, and Owner/CEO of newly released A House on Brame Productions), with additional panelists to be announced soon.
The event will be supported by USC Annenberg Norman Lear Center’s Hollywood, Health and Society, with additional partners to be announced soon. The event will be open to Festival badgeholders, as well as single ticket holders. Buy your Badge, Pass, or Ticket now at: atxfestival.com/attend
In addition to the previously announced Girls5eva Karaoke Night event, Universal Studio Group will also present a track of screenings and conversations, including:
- “Funny AF” – A panel featuring USG’s top comedians and comedy showrunners for a moderated discussion about their individual shows, how they got started in comedy, comedy for a mass audience, and more. Confirmed panelists include Hacks actor Mark Indelicato, Girls5eva creator/showrunner/executive producer Meredith Scardino, Resident Alien creator/showrunner/executive producer Chris Sheridan, and Lopez vs. Lopez co-creator/showrunner/executive producer Debby Wolfe.
- “Queer Storytelling” – A panel celebrating LGBTQIA+ series and moments that have opened new doors for queer storytelling, the kinds of stories we still want to see – and the creatives who are breaking the mold. Confirmed panelists include actors Mark Indelicato (Hacks) and Daniel Kyri (Chicago Fire).
- Resident Alien with Chris Sheridan & Alan Tudyk – A deep dive into the SYFY comedy about “a crash-landed alien” who begins to wrestle the moral dilemma of his original mission (killing all humans). Creator/showrunner/executive producer Chris Sheridan and star Alan Tudyk will join fans to discuss the show’s recently concluded third season - including guest stars, baddies, and what that season finale means for Harry and the residents of Patience (and Earth) going forward.
- Hacks Seasons 3 Finale Screening and Q&A – A screening of the finale episode from the upcoming third season of the award-winning comedy Hacks, from Max and Universal Television. Following the screening, cast member Mark Indelicato will join for a Q&A conversation.
New additions to the lineup also include:
- Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire Season 2 Screening and Q&A presented by AMC Networks – Creator/executive producer Rolin Jones, executive producer Mark Johnson, and cast members will join for an advance episode screening from Season 2, followed by a conversation.
The interview continues in season two of Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire. In the year 2022, the vampire Louis de Pointe du Lac (Jacob Anderson) recounts his life story to journalist Daniel Molloy (Eric Bogosian). Picking up from the bloody events in New Orleans in 1940 when Louis and teen fledgling Claudia (Delainey Hayles) conspired to kill the Vampire Lestat de Lioncourt (Sam Reid), Louis tells of his adventures in Europe, a quest to discover Old World Vampires and the Theatre Des Vampires in Paris, with Claudia. It is in Paris that Louis first meets the Vampire Armand (Assad Zaman). Their courtship and love affair will prove to have devastating consequences both in the past and in the future, and Molloy will probe to get to the truths buried within the memories. The series returns May 12 on AMC and AMC+.
- Orphan Black: Echoes U.S. Premiere Screening and Q&A presented by AMC Networks – Set in the same universe as the critically acclaimed, cult phenomenon Orphan Black, Orphan Black: Echoes stars and is executive produced by Krysten Ritter (Marvel’s Jessica Jones, Love and Death), and “takes a deep dive into the exploration of the scientific manipulation of human existence, [following] a group of women as they weave their way into each other’s lives and embark on a thrilling journey, unraveling the mystery of their identity and uncovering a wrenching story of love and betrayal.”
The premiere screening will be followed by a conversation with executive producer/writer Anna Fishko (Pieces of Her, The Society, Fear the Walking Dead) and executive producer/director John Fawcett (co-creator of Orphan Black) moderated by Vanity Fair’s Maureen Ryan with additional panelists to be confirmed at a later date. Orphan Black: Echoes premieres Sunday, June 23 on AMC, AMC+ and BBC AMERICA.
In addition, Season 13 of the Festival will feature:
- “The Way Home: A Conversation with the Creators & Cast” – The stars of Hallmark Channel’s original series “The Way Home,” which follows three generations of women living together in a small farm town as they navigate a time-traveling journey across multiple eras to “find their way back to each other,” will join for an in-depth look at the breakout hit, including its recently-aired second season. Confirmed panelists include showrunners/co-creators/executive producers Heather Conkie and Alexandra Clarke, co-creator/executive producer Marly Reed, and cast members Andie MacDowell, Chyler Leigh, Evan Williams, and Sadie Laflamme-Snow.
- Billy the Kid Screening and Q&A with Tom Blyth and Donald De Line presented by MGM+ — MGM+ will host an advance screening of Billy the Kid Season 2, Part 2, which finds Billy (Tom Blyth) “caught in the middle of the Lincoln County War, a murderous conflict driven by money, greed and corruption.” Following the screening, star Tom Blyth (The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes) and showrunner/executive producer Donald De Line (Wayward Pines) will join for a conversation about bringing the Wild West to life and Billy’s journey throughout Season 2.
- “Breakfast with the Rosenthals” - Creator, writer, producer, host, and author Phil Rosenthal returns to Austin for another delicious discussion about the latest season of his hit Netflix series Somebody Feed Phil, his new book Just Try It!, and his podcast “Naked Lunch”… with a few special guests! Rosenthal will be joined by his daughter, Lily Rosenthal (co-author of Just Try It!), his brother Richard Rosenthal (executive producer and occasional-guest-star, Somebody Feed Phil), and his son Ben Rosenthal to discuss the family’s shared love of food, travel, and comedy, and why they just can’t help but work together.
- “Fireside Chat with Jeff Wachtel” – A wide-ranging conversation with Future Shack Entertainment CEO and former President of USA Network, Universal Content Productions, and NBCUniversal International Studios, Jeff Wachtel, about lessons learned in development, business models built to adapt and innovate, the future of streaming, and more.
- "Beau Willimon Breaks a Season of TV" – Ready, set, break! Writer/Producer Beau Willimon (House of Cards, The First, Andor) will break an entire season of TV with the audience... in just one hour.
- Pretty Little Liars: Summer School stars Bailee Madison, Chandler Kinney, Malia Pyles, Zaria, and Mallory Bechtel, and creators/executive producers Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa and Lindsay Calhoon Bring will join for a sneak peek screening of episode 6 followed by a Q&A presented by Max.
- Animal Control Panel with the Cast — FOX Entertainment’s original workplace comedy Animal Control, starring Emmy Award nominee Joel McHale (Community), joins the line-up with a conversation featuring cast membersVella Lovell (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend) and Grace Palmer (Good Grief), who star as local Animal Control workers whose lives are complicated by the fact that animals are simple, but humans are not.
- NEW PANELISTS – Presidential Forum: On TV, The Industry and What’s Next: Panelists Nicole Clemens, president, Paramount Television Studios; Lisa Katz, president, Scripted Content, NBCUniversal Entertainment; Erin Underhill, president, Universal Television; Katherine Pope, president, Sony Pictures Television Studios; and Karey Burke, president, 20th Television will sit down for a conversation about the current and future states of television following a year with two historic strikes.
- NEW PANELISTS – Hotel Cocaine Screening and Q&A presented by MGM+: MGM+ will host a screening of the premiere episode of the new crime thriller Hotel Cocaine, from creator and executive producer Chris Brancato (Godfather of Harlem, Narcos). The screening will be followed by a conversation with Brancato, co-executive producer Maurice Compte, and cast members Danny Pino (Mayans M.C.), Mark Feuerstein (Royal Pains), and Yul Vazquez (The Outsider).
Buy your Badge or Pass now at: atxfestival.com/attend
All of this joins the previously announced programming:
- Suits Retrospective
- Halt and Catch Fire 10-Year Anniversary with Creatives and Cast
- “Presidential Forum: On TV, the Industry, and What’s Next”
- “Industry” Season 3 Premiere and Q&A with Creators
- OPENING NIGHT: “Fantasmas” World Premiere with Julio Torres
- “Pretty Little Liars: Summer School” Screening and Q&A with Cast & Creatives
- “Fargo” Screening and Conversation with Noah Hawley
- “Adventures in Indie TV” with Duplass Brothers Productions
- “The Art of World-Building” presented by Sony Pictures Television
- “The History of TV” presented by RCA
- “Girls5eva” Karaoke Night presented by Universal Studio Group
- “Hotel Cocaine” Screening and Q&A with Creator and Cast
- The Pitch Competition Live Finale
- Breakthrough Awardee: Devery Jacobs
- “The Monologue Case Study with Mike Flanagan”
- “Trial By Content (Live!)”
- Panelists David Hudgins (FBI: Most Wanted), Graham Yost (Silo), and Jessica Rhoades (Black Mirror)
For more information on ATX TV’s year round events and programming, please visit atxtv.com.
ABOUT ATX TV FESTIVAL
ATX TV Festival is an annual event produced by ATX TV, taking place each summer in Austin, TX. As the leading television festival, it brings together fans and industry to celebrate the television medium by looking at its history, where it is now, and where it is headed. The festival consists of screenings followed by Q&As, panel conversations, and events (parties, live music, happy hours, hosted receptions, etc) and is known for reunions of classic series and cult hits. Screenings include never-aired pilots, canceled-too-soon series, current favorites, and world premieres. Panels conversations range from industry deep-dives to fan-focused conversations, along with discussions on representation (in front of and behind the camera) and responsibility in storytelling. The ATX TV audience is comprised equally of consumers and industry professionals, and ATX TV Festival is the only place they come together as one community to discuss and celebrate all aspects of #TVTogether.
New Series Reveals All-Star Talent Lineup
Today, The Hollywood Reporter (THR) announced the return of the Emmy®-nominated series, “Off Script With The Hollywood Reporter” with five new episodes of Emmy contenders, featuring themed episodes including Comedy Actress, Drama Actor, Comedy Actor, Drama Actress and Stand-Up. The new season is set to premiere on Friday, May 24th, at a new time of 10 pm PT/1 am ET exclusively on IFC and streaming on AMC+. New episodes will continue on Fridays.
Talent names for select episodes, hosted by Emmy®-nominated actor and comedian Yvonne Orji (“Insecure”), include:
Comedy Actress - Friday, May 24 at 10 pm PT on IFC and available to stream on AMC+
- Quinta Brunson, “Abbott Elementary"
- Maya Rudolph, “Loot"
- Kristen Wiig, “Palm Royale"
- Ego Nwodim, “Saturday Night Live”
- Michelle Buteau, “Survival of the Thickest"
- Renee Elise Goldsberry, “Girls5Eva"
Drama Actor - Friday, June 7 at 10 pm PT on IFC and available to stream on AMC+
- Jon Hamm, “Fargo”
- Nicholas Galitzine, “Mary & George"
- Clive Owen, “Monsieur Spade”
- David Oyelowo, “Lawmen: Bass Reeves"
- Matt Bomer, “Fellow Travelers"
- Callum Turner, “Masters of the Air"
Comedy Actor - Friday, June 14 at 10 pm PT on IFC and available to stream on AMC+
- Theo James, “The Gentleman”
- Ricky Martin, “Palm Royale”
- Bowen Yang, “Saturday Night Live”
- Kelsey Grammer, “Frasier”
- Anthony Mackie, “Twisted Metal"
- John Goodman, “The Righteous Gemstones" and “The Conners”
Talent names for Drama Actress and Stand-Up are forthcoming and broadcast times may be subject to change.
Each episode will highlight a dynamic ensemble of actors and delve deep into the urgent issues, creative methodologies, and behind-the-scenes narratives that define entertainment. Conversations are moderated by THR’s Mikey O'Connell and Lacey Rose. The show was filmed on location in The Georgian Room at The Georgian Hotel, the iconic Hollywood hangout in Santa Monica.
The Emmy®-nominated series, “Off Script With The Hollywood Reporter,” is executive produced by Elisabeth D. Rabishaw, EVP and publisher of THR, Jason Rovou, VP of video production and development of THR, and THR co-editor-in-chiefs Maer Roshan and Nekesa Mumbi Moody.
About The Hollywood Reporter:
The Hollywood Reporter (THR) is a flagship entertainment media brand that offers in-depth reporting, analysis, and thought-provoking reviews; unparalleled access; world-class photography and video; and exclusive features in its award-winning weekly magazine and dynamic website. THR also boasts prestigious live events; industry-leading philanthropic, empowerment, and diversity initiatives; and hugely successful video series, including the Emmy®-nominated “Close Up With The Hollywood Reporter.” THR was named best entertainment publication at the December 15th annual National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards.
About IFC:
IFC is the home of offbeat, unexpected comedies, fan-favorite movies, and cult TV shows. IFC is owned and operated by AMC Networks Inc. and available across multiple platforms. IFC is Always On, Slightly Off.
About AMC+:
AMC+ is the company’s premium streaming bundle featuring an extensive lineup of popular and critically acclaimed original programming from AMC, BBC America, IFC, and SundanceTV and full access to targeted streaming services Shudder, Sundance Now and IFC Films Unlimited, which feature content such as A Discovery of Witches, Creepshow, and Boyhood. The service features a continually refreshed library of commercial-free content, with iconic series from the AMC Networks portfolio including Mad Men, Halt & Catch Fire, Hell on Wheels, Turn: Washington’s Spies, Rectify, Portlandia, Orphan Black and series from The Walking Dead Universe, among many others. The service also offers a growing slate of original and exclusive series including Gangs of London, Dark Winds, and the first two series in a new Anne Rice universe, Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire and Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches. With new movies released every Friday, AMC+ is the newest destination for exclusive film premieres direct from theaters all year long. AMC+ is available in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Spain and is available in the U.S. through AMCPlus.com, the AMC+ app, and a number of digital and cable partners.
Today, TVLine, the industry’s authority in television content, has announced the promotion and the expanded scope of three editorial leaders: Matt Webb Mitovich, Kimberly Roots, and Rebecca Iannucci, effective immediately. These promotions punctuate TVLine’s evolution and continued growth across the brand.
“We are thrilled to announce these deserving promotions, reflecting both the dedication and talent of our team as we build and evolve for the future,” said Michael Ausiello, Founder, TVLine.
New positions and expanded responsibilities include:
- Matt Webb Mitovich is promoted to Chief Content Officer, from Editor-in-Chief. Mitovich was part of TVLine's January 2011 launch team and is on the Television Critics Association Board of Directors. He is a graduate of Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, and previously worked at TVGuide.com, TV Guide Magazine and Fancast.
- Kimberly Roots is promoted to Editor-in-Chief, from Managing Editor. Roots joined TVLine in 2012. A graduate of Northeastern University and Columbia University’s Graduate School of Journalism, Roots’ work has appeared in the New Haven Register, The Star-Ledger, The Patriot Ledger, Science & Spirit and Science & Theology News. She lives in New York City.
- Rebecca Iannucci is promoted to Managing Editor, from Senior Editor. Iannucci has been a member of Team TVLine since 2013, when she was hired as an intern while pursuing her journalism degree at Elon University. After a short stint in Los Angeles as part of TVLine's West Coast team, Rebecca now works remotely from Raleigh, N.C.
About TVLine:
Since its launch in January 2011, TVLine has become a household name in trusted television content. Michael Ausiello and his team created the site to help TV enthusiasts cut through the clutter and find the news and updates they crave – from exclusive casting scoop to spoilers and deep-dives into your favorite shows. TVLine boasts an impressive digital reach of 12M unique video users, 364M social views and 1.6M followers.
April 10, 2024, New York, NY: Penske Media Corporation (PMC)announced the restructuring of its domestic licensing team and the creation of its new PMC Brand Group (PMBG), an in-house agency dedicated to building licensing programs, partnerships, and consumer products for PMC’s distinguished portfolio of brands which includes Rolling Stone, Variety, Billboard, SXSW, TheGolden Globes, VIBE, SHEMedia, The Hollywood Reporter, Robb Report, and many more.
Thomas Ferguson, VP ofLicensing, Partnerships & Consumer Products will lead the team which includes Laura Ongaro, Associate VP, Licensing & Partner Management andNoelle Hickey who has been promoted to Associate Director, Marketing &Partner Management.
“The PMC Brand Group was created to refine our approach to extending the touch points of PMC’s iconic brands,” said Ferguson. “This is also a signal to the industry that we are not only focused on new and existing partnerships but also the growth, long-term success and strategic vision of each deal we bring in on behalf of the brands.”
“We’re uniquely positioned to support the PMC Brand Group across the business. Our digital ad sales, editorial, social and e-commerce teams have the ability to amplify and support our licensing partnerships through thoughtful storytelling and campaigns with a360-degree approach,” said Craig Perreault, Chief Digital Officer,PMC.
“We’re proud of our brands and the legacy they carry with them," said Ferguson. “As we consider deals moving forward, we are looking to evolve the brands by pushing boundaries with innovative products, world class experiential concepts, and best-in-class partners.”
With businesses spanning industries including Entertainment, Music, Fashion, Beauty, Art, Sports andLuxury, the PMC Brand Group looks to build partnerships and cross-sell the brands for maximum impact and to lead consumer experiences within these sectors.
Additionally, the PMCBrand Group will work closely with PMC’s Strategic Solutions Group and theInternational Markets team in collaboration with our world-class sponsors and licensed media partners globally.
About Penske MediaBrand Group (PMBG)
Established in 2024, thePenske Media Brand Group is dedicated to building robust and profitable licensing programs, partnerships and consumer products for the PMC portfolio of brands. Spanning Entertainment, Music, Fashion, Beauty, Art, Luxury, Sports, Women’sInterests and more, PMBG looks to find resonate brand extensions that amplify the ethos, mission and business of PMC brands. Notable partnerships include Rolling Stone x OliviaRodrigo Limited Merch Drop, Robb Report’s 672 WineClub with Wine Savage, ARTnews x PleasuresCo-Branded Apparel Collection, Rolling Stone x BenSherman Capsule Collection, Billboard Onboard and Rolling Stone Lounge with Holland America.
Today, Fairchild Media Group announced that Jenny B. Fine has been promoted to the role of Editor-in-Chief, Beauty Inc, effective immediately. Fine began working at Beauty Inc in November 2001, and has been Executive Editor, Beauty, for WWD since November 2017. Fine will continue to oversee beauty content across Fairchild Media Group, and report directly to James Fallon, Editorial Director of WWD and Fairchild Media Group.
"Jenny's passion, inspiring leadership, knowledge and creativity make her immensely deserving of being named Editor-in-Chief of Beauty Inc,” said Fallon. “Under her direction over the last few years, WWD's beauty coverage has expanded to cover more categories, such as wellness, and has become even more of a must-read, not only for its up-to-the-minute breaking news but also its in depth analysis of the sector's trends—both current and soon to come. Beyond that, she has taken Beauty Inc's live global events to another level with her curation of speakers and compelling content, further enriching WWD's coverage of the beauty sector. Jenny’s talent as a journalist is recognized not only at Fairchild Media Group and Penske Media but throughout the industry.”
“From her expert industry reporting to her exceptional leadership and mentorship across the beauty community, Jenny has been the driving force of beauty at WWD for many years, making her elevation to Editor-in-Chief even more meaningful to us all,” noted Amanda Smith, President of Fairchild Media Group. “Under her guidance, Beauty Inc is synonymous with unparalleled journalism, analysis, and breaking news. She has transformed the title into a 360 brand of must-read content, must-see news, and must-attend global events for the very discerning beauty category. I am thrilled to congratulate Jenny on this well-deserved promotion, and I look forward to a future filled with innovation and exciting possibilities for Beauty Inc and the entire FMG brand.”
Prior to joining Beauty Inc, Jenny was Editor of Luckymag.com, where she was responsible for overseeing its launch and editorial content. She was previously Director of iVillage.com’s Beauty Channel and Beauty Director at SELF. She began her career in magazine publishing at Fairchild, where she served as Senior Associate Editor of Salon News and Beauty News Editor of WWD. A native of Louisville, Kentucky, Fine received a B.A. in Art History and an M.A. in Journalism from New York University.
About Beauty Inc
Beauty Inc is the insider’s guide to the global Beauty community. Offering six franchise printed issues per year, a weekly news-based digital publication, and extended coverage on WWD.com, Beauty Inc is renowned for comprehensive reporting on industry trends and marketplace developments and is considered the premier source for in-depth coverage on all aspects of the Beauty, Wellness, and Retail communities.
About Fairchild Media Group
Fairchild Media Group (FMG) is a global media company of fashion trade magazines, websites, and conferences for the fashion, retail footwear, beauty and sourcing industries. Established in 1910 by John B. Fairchild, Fairchild Media Group brands today include Women’s Wear Daily (WWD), Footwear News (FN), Beauty Inc., Sourcing Journal, Rivet, Fairchild Live, and Fairchild Studio. FMG content reaches an 18 million+ international audience of business executives and fashion enthusiasts across print, digital, social and over 20 annual thought leader events including its renowned CEO Summits. Fairchild Media Group��s Fairchild Studio produces over 100 pieces of programming in partnership with blue chip brands including industry reports, video series, and podcasts. Visit https://pmc.com/our-brands/fairchild-live/.
