http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/television/index.html en-us Copyright 2013 The Seattle Times Company Mon, 20 May 2013 05:30:25 PDT Mon, 20 May 2013 05:30:25 PDT MattBase 1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/art/ui/stlogo_231.gif http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/ http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/television/2021005090_tvpicks20xml.html?syndication=rss TV picks for Monday, May 20, 2013, include PBS’ “Mel Brooks: Make a Noise” on KCTS, “The Voice” on NBC and “The Goodwin Games” on Fox. Television http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/television/2021005090_tvpicks20xml.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 13:15:28 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021016668_apustvnewseason.html?syndication=rss The most striking thing about the broadcast TV networks announcing their new fall schedules this past week was how little that actually meant. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021016668_apustvnewseason.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 11:01:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/television/2020993335_tvpicks19xml.html?syndication=rss TV picks for Sunday, May 19, 2013, include the season finale of “The Simpsons” on Fox, “The 2013 Billboard Music Awards” on ABC and “Mad Men” on AMC. Television http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/television/2020993335_tvpicks19xml.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 07:31:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021011006_apusnewsshows.html?syndication=rss Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021011006_apusnewsshows.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 22:46:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/musicnightlife/2021001202_rockhalltv1xml.html?syndication=rss The Seattle rock group Heart and Emerald City arranger and producer Quincy Jones were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in April. The show is being broadcast at 9 p.m. Saturday, May 18 on HBO. Music & nightlife http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/musicnightlife/2021001202_rockhalltv1xml.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 07:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021008111_apusnewsshows.html?syndication=rss Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021008111_apusnewsshows.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 02:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021007808_apustvthevoice.html?syndication=rss "The Voice" is leaving the judging drama to its rivals. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021007808_apustvthevoice.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 16:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021004804_apustvamericanidolratings.html?syndication=rss Ratings for the "American Idol" finale plunged to a record low for the 12-year-old show. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021004804_apustvamericanidolratings.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 13:16:08 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021004838_apustheatervincentkartheiser.html?syndication=rss To find their Mr. Darcy, the Guthrie Theater in Minnesota has turned to a Mad Man. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021004838_apustheatervincentkartheiser.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 12:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021002096_apusmusictimmcgraw.html?syndication=rss When the producers of the Academy of Country Music's annual television special approached Tim McGraw about the 2013 edition, the country music star immediately flashed on the program's format. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021002096_apusmusictimmcgraw.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 10:46:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021004622_apusfashionqasarahhyland.html?syndication=rss You might not be able to take the New Yorker out of Sarah Hyland, but the actress - and now swimsuit model - is happy to be parking herself at the beach. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021004622_apusfashionqasarahhyland.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 09:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/television/2020997717_tvpicks17xml.html?syndication=rss TV picks for Friday, May 17, 2013, include “Anthony Bourdain Parts Unknown” on CNN, “Maron” 7 on IFC and “Shark Tank” on ABC. Television http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/television/2020997717_tvpicks17xml.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 07:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021002054_apustvscandalfinale.html?syndication=rss Forget the DVR. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021002054_apustvscandalfinale.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 04:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020997469_apusojsimpson.html?syndication=rss O.J. Simpson's former lawyer has some explaining to do. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020997469_apusojsimpson.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 03:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021001468_apustvtheofficefinale.html?syndication=rss That's a wrap! Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021001468_apustvtheofficefinale.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 22:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021001390_apusbeaarthurnudepainting.html?syndication=rss A painting of actress Bea Arthur topless has sold for $1.9 million at a New York City auction. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021001390_apusbeaarthurnudepainting.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 21:01:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021001378_apussoapactorcocaine.html?syndication=rss Los Angeles County prosecutors say they've charged a former "Days of Our Lives" actor with selling cocaine out of his Agoura Hills home. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021001378_apussoapactorcocaine.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 21:01:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021001186_apustvpsych.html?syndication=rss Two reasons for the popularity of the USA series "Psych" are its inside jokes and theme storylines, like the recent 100th episode inspired by the movie "Clue" that had multiple endings. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021001186_apustvpsych.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 18:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021000936_apustvtheofficeends.html?syndication=rss As "The Office" airs its series finale after eight years on NBC, the time feels right to salute the show that spawned it. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2021000936_apustvtheofficeends.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 16:46:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020998043_apuskennedycenterhonorslatinos.html?syndication=rss The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has a new process to select artists who receive one of the nation's top arts prizes, the Kennedy Center Honors, after an outside group last year said Latinos have been largely excluded. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020998043_apuskennedycenterhonorslatinos.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 15:46:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020997781_apustvnewseasoncwglance.html?syndication=rss The CW network's prime-time schedule for the fall: Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020997781_apustvnewseasoncwglance.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 13:46:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020997641_apuspeopleiansomerhalder.html?syndication=rss "The Vampire Diaries" is known for its twists and turns, and one of its stars, Ian Somerhalder, says Thursday night's season finale won't be any different. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020997641_apuspeopleiansomerhalder.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 12:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020997570_apuspetsjanelynchshelterdogs.html?syndication=rss Jane Lynch doesn't mind being upstaged by her latest co-star, Olivia - after all she "has no bad side, she is always ready to pose and she sits perfectly still when you put her in your lap. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020997570_apuspetsjanelynchshelterdogs.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 12:16:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020997267_apustvnewseasonusa.html?syndication=rss The USA television network is looking for laughs, and announced Thursday it will premiere its first-ever situation comedies next winter. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020997267_apustvnewseasonusa.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 10:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020997291_apustvnewseasoncw.html?syndication=rss The CW network is bringing a popular radio music series to television and is going heavy on escapist fare in its new programming for next season. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020997291_apustvnewseasoncw.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 10:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/television/2020992938_tvpicks16xml.html?syndication=rss TV picks for Thursday, May 16, 2013, include the series finale of “The Office” on NBC, “The Big Bang Theory” on CBS and “Scandal” on ABC. Television http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/television/2020992938_tvpicks16xml.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 07:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020994521_apustvtheoryfinale.html?syndication=rss Listening to actor Simon Helberg talk about "The Big Bang Theory," you'd think his show was actually a nerdy nighttime soap. The actor, who plays aerospace engineer Howard Wolowitz on the CBS sitcom, dropped a few hints about what to expect from Thursday night's season finale. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020994521_apustvtheoryfinale.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 07:01:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020994377_apustvtheoryfinale.html?syndication=rss Listening to actor Simon Helberg talk about "The Big Bang Theory," you'd think his show was actually a nerdy nighttime soap. The actor, who plays aerospace engineer Howard Wolowitz on the CBS sitcom, dropped a few hints about what to expect from Thursday night's season finale. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020994377_apustvtheoryfinale.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 02:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020993659_apustvamericanidolperformances.html?syndication=rss Randy Jackson isn't sure which budding diva will take the crown on "American Idol." Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020993659_apustvamericanidolperformances.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 21:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020993273_apustvnuvotvlopez.html?syndication=rss Jennifer Lopez is the newly appointed chief creative officer of NUVOtv. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020993273_apustvnuvotvlopez.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 19:31:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020988894_apustvnewseasoncbs.html?syndication=rss CBS on Wednesday revealed a few nips and tucks it is planning next season for what is already network television's most successful schedule, including adding a comedy with Robin Williams playing an unorthodox advertising executive with Sarah Michelle Gellar as his daughter. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020988894_apustvnewseasoncbs.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 18:31:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020992954_apustvmodernfamilyaclu.html?syndication=rss The ACLU is lobbying for the gay couple on "Modern Family" to get married. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020992954_apustvmodernfamilyaclu.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 17:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020989399_apustvnewseasoncbsguide.html?syndication=rss Some highlights of CBS' moves in its schedule for next season. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020989399_apustvnewseasoncbsguide.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 16:01:08 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020988969_apustvnewseasoncbsglance.html?syndication=rss CBS' prime-time schedule for the fall: Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020988969_apustvnewseasoncbsglance.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 10:01:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020985921_apustheaterstarsontv.html?syndication=rss The slow, lingering demise of "Smash" has felt more like a punch to the gut to the folks on Broadway. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020985921_apustheaterstarsontv.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 07:31:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/television/2020984816_tvpicks15xml.html?syndication=rss TV Picks for Wednesday, May 15, 2013, include part one of the “American Idol” season finale on Fox, “Modern Family” on ABC and “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation” on CBS. Television http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/television/2020984816_tvpicks15xml.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 07:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020982329_apustvabcnewseason.html?syndication=rss ABC is cutting its aging "Dancing With the Stars" back to two hours and one night next season, creating a slot for a new drama series based on the Marvel Comics world that's aimed at expanding the network's audience, its programming chief said Tuesday. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020982329_apustvabcnewseason.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 18:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020982783_apustvnewseasonunivision.html?syndication=rss Univision Communications said Tuesday that it is pairing with filmmaker Robert Rodriguez on the English-language El Rey television network that is geared to young viewers and scheduled to debut this December. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020982783_apustvnewseasonunivision.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 15:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020982784_apustvabcnewseasonguide.html?syndication=rss Some highlights of ABC's moves in its schedule for next season. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020982784_apustvabcnewseasonguide.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 14:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020982513_apustvnielsens.html?syndication=rss With broadcast networks unveiling their new schedules, the television industry is focused on potential ratings hits next season. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020982513_apustvnielsens.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 14:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020982528_apustvabcnewseasonglance.html?syndication=rss ABC's prime-time schedule for the fall: Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020982528_apustvabcnewseasonglance.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 13:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020982516_apusnielsenslist.html?syndication=rss Prime-time viewership numbers compiled by the Nielsen Co. for May 6-12. Listings include the week's ranking and viewership. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020982516_apusnielsenslist.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 13:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020982168_apustvbillhader.html?syndication=rss Bill Hader is leaving "Saturday Night Live" after an eight-year run. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020982168_apustvbillhader.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 13:19:57 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020982233_apustvdowntonabbey.html?syndication=rss PBS says the fourth season of "Downton Abbey" will begin in January and run for eight weeks. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020982233_apustvdowntonabbey.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 10:31:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020982169_apustvtheofficeends.html?syndication=rss As "The Office" airs its series finale after eight years on NBC, the time feels right to salute the show that spawned it. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020982169_apustvtheofficeends.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 09:31:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/television/2020979485_tvbriefs14xml.html?syndication=rss TV picks for Tuesday, May 14, 2013, include the season premiere of “So You Think You Can Dance” on Fox, “NCIS: Los Angeles” on CBS and “Grimm” on NBC. Television http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/television/2020979485_tvbriefs14xml.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 07:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020980519_apustheatercolinquinn.html?syndication=rss There aren't that many jokes in the U.S. Constitution and it's never really been a big generator of belly laughs. Unless, that is, you are Colin Quinn. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020980519_apustheatercolinquinn.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 08:31:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020979641_apusobitjoycebrothers.html?syndication=rss Before Dr. Phil and Dr. Drew and Dr. Oz, there was Joyce Brothers. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020979641_apusobitjoycebrothers.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 03:31:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020975481_apustvfoxschedule.html?syndication=rss Fox, facing the ebbing ratings power of "American Idol," is betting big on its first miniseries showcase starting with a limited-edition "24," and shows from heavyweight producers Seth MacFarlane and J.J. Abrams to invigorate its schedule. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020975481_apustvfoxschedule.html?syndication=rss Mon, 13 May 2013 19:31:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020977729_apuspeoplesavannahguthrie.html?syndication=rss Bradley Cooper presented her with a dozen roses on the air but, oddly enough, that isn't why "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie is so happy. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020977729_apuspeoplesavannahguthrie.html?syndication=rss Mon, 13 May 2013 15:31:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020977788_apuspeoplejakejohnson.html?syndication=rss Season one of Fox's "New Girl" introduced TV fans to the "adorkable" Zooey Deschanel and the hilarity of Max Greenfield. Both earned Emmy and Golden Globe Award nominations for their work. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020977788_apuspeoplejakejohnson.html?syndication=rss Mon, 13 May 2013 15:01:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020977686_apustvfoxscheduleguide.html?syndication=rss Some highlights of Fox's moves in its schedule for next season, released on Monday. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020977686_apustvfoxscheduleguide.html?syndication=rss Mon, 13 May 2013 13:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020977181_apustvnewseasonnbcguide.html?syndication=rss Some highlights of NBC's moves in its schedule for next season. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020977181_apustvnewseasonnbcguide.html?syndication=rss Mon, 13 May 2013 13:01:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020977285_apustvbarbarawaltersretiring.html?syndication=rss Barbara Walters said Monday that retirement from her epochal television career is near, but it's not happening right away. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020977285_apustvbarbarawaltersretiring.html?syndication=rss Mon, 13 May 2013 13:54:41 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020977219_apustvfoxscheduleglance.html?syndication=rss Fox's prime-time schedule for the fall: Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020977219_apustvfoxscheduleglance.html?syndication=rss Mon, 13 May 2013 09:46:05 PDT