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Friday, June 29, 2012
Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes Divorcing
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Nora Ephron Passes
Monday, June 25, 2012
MOVIE SPOTLIGHT - "THE MEAT PUPPET"
person(s) that have no will of their own; somebody that lets others control them. Another name for a human being, especially one who doesn't think for him/herself, has no soul and is therefore controlled by others).
Currently filming in New Jersey is this year’s new bone chilling horror/thriller “The Meat Puppet”. From the mind of Award Winning Actor Keith Collins, along with Silver Phoenix Entertainment, Valenti Vision Films and the pen of NY Emmy Award Winning writer Joseph Pepitone and Billy Pepitone (“Stuck in the Middle”) comes a sadistic thrill fest, full of twists and turns, that is sure to give movie goers the fright of their lives.
A vain, successful playboy tortures and kills beautiful girls and uses them to make the perfect meal for his lavish dinner parties. Body parts, blood, torture, cannibalism and NO escape are a few ways to describe this clever new terrifying and psychologically damaging creep show.
“The Meat Puppet” tells the story of Andrew “Drew” Shelton who has it all – looks, money, women and an insatiable taste for human flesh. His vanity is only surpassed by his obsession with finding the perfect tasting meal and it has fueled his appetite for killing, preparing and cooking beautiful women. He throws lavish dinner parties and serves his guests his latest victim and one unlucky guest becomes the main course of his next get together. When a no-nonsense detective starts putting the pieces together, it leads to a game of cat and mouse that only increases the stakes. But is Drew the soul-less, cold-blooded killer that he appears to be? Or is he just the Meat Puppet for a more sadistic mind?
Directed by Joe Valenti (“Echelon 8”). Produced by Keith Collins. Produced & Executive Produced by Blaze Kelly Coyle and Joe Valenti. Written by Joseph & Billy Pepitone. With a well-rounded cast including many special appearances and STARRING: Gregg Valentino (TLC’s “The Man Whose Arms Exploded”), Billy Sample (“Former NY Yankee”), Brandon Ruckdashel (“Co-ed Confidential”), Geri Reischl (“Gunsmoke”,“The Brady Bunch Variety Hour” aka Fake Jan), Jason Prager (“Beauty and the Geek”), Billy Garcia (“Survivor”), Gary Garver (“formerly from the Howard Stern Show”), Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal (“Guns N Roses”), Erick Chopin (Winner of NBC’s “The Biggest Loser”), Keith Collins (“Stuck in the Middle”, “BIdentity Crisis”), Jamie Reed-Kovac (Fury – “American Gladiators”), April Hunter (“WCW”, "TNA"), Doug Bollinger (“Waltzing Anna”, “Mail Order Bride”),Theresa Galeani (“Cross the Line", "I am Legend”), John Fields (“A-List DJ Unique”), Anastasia Smith (“NY Majesty Lingerie Football League”) and Faith Stanek (“Star Trek Phase 2 Web Series”).
“The Meat Puppet”
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Friday, June 22, 2012
The Human Centipede
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
G.I Joe: Retaliation moved to 2013
Monday, June 18, 2012
Minka Kelly In The Butler
Saturday, June 16, 2012
SING FOR PRIDE at One-Night-Only NYC Benefit!
Miss New York 2011 and more to
SING FOR PRIDE at One-Night-Only NYC Benefit
Celebrities, activists, and over 15 members of the Broadway community will come together in Manhattan for a special one-night-only benefit concert, which includes pre-show reception at starting at 6:00pm. The pre-show reception will feature DJ Jimmy Prada (http://www.jimmyprada.com/). For a preview of the show, please watch the Danny Jordon-directed video: http://tinyurl.com/7kmum63.
Broadway Sings for Pride’s Second Annual Gay Pride Concert will feature rousing songs from Broadway and pop, as well as feature stories of LGBT pride as told by celebrities, activists and the TADA! Youth Theater. The event will be held at the Mainstage Theatre on 42nd Street in New York City on Monday, June 25, 2012 at 7pm. The concert will benefit the Hetrick-Martin Institute, The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center of New York City and Broadway Sings for Pride.
For more tickets and information, visit: http://tinyurl.com/7rkfzym. Ticketing services provided by Ticket Central, 212 279-4200, Noon to 8pm Daily. More information can also be found at http://www.bwaypride.org/ or on Facebook: Broadway SingsFor Pride.
Guest speakers scheduled to appear include activist and Dancing with the Stars competitor Chaz Bono, The Chew's Carla Hall, Miss New York 2011 Kaitlin Monte, Project Runway's Chris March, Celebrity Photographer and A-List cast member Mike Ruiz, The Closer's Phillip P. Keene, VH1's I Want to Work for Diddy Laverne Cox, All My Children’s Christina Bennett Lind, Mr. Gay World USA Tennessee Vincent Leggett, the Imperial Court of New York’s Emperor Ritz Kraka, Empress Witti Repartee & President Gary Cosgrove, The Advocate’s "Forty People Under 40 to Look Out For” AJ Mattioli and OUT 100 honoree & activist James Neiley.
The concert will also feature the talents of American Idol Finalist Anthony Fedorov, Bones star Eric Millegan, Dani Atkinson (America's Got Talent), Guto Bittencourt (Original Brazilian cast of Les Miserables), Chris Brick (Seussical National Tour), Russell Fischer (Jersey Boys), Theresa Fowler (Oliver! 1st National Tour), Diego Funes (De Funes Dance), Elissa Goldstein (An Affirmative Act), Andre' Jordan (Shrek The Musical), Kyle Kleiboeker (Hairspray National Tour), Mary Lahti (Three Sisters), Rebecca Larkin (South Pacific, Avenue Q), Matt Leisy (Off Broadway’s The Fantasticks), Aaron J. Libby (APAC's The Human Comedy), Anthony Lee Medina (Spring Awakening National Tour, The Capeman at The Public), Renee Marino (West Side Story), Rebecca McBee (Junie B. Jones National Tour), Michael Munoz (Naked Boys Singing), Christine Nolan (Hair), Garry Novikoff (A Normal Life), Athena Reich (Recording Artist), T. Oliver Reid (Sister Act), Max Rhyser (Chaser), Matthew Riordan (Signature Theatre’s Trouble), Angelo Rios (Jesus Christ Superstar National Tour), Brian Charles Rooney (The Threepenny Opera), Fred Ross (Jesus Christ Superstar National Tour), LaQuet Sharnell (Lysistrata Jones), Adam Shapiro (Zorro The Musical International Tour), Marisha Wallace (The Book of Morman National Tour, Sistas The Musical), What's The Benefit? inc. (Molly C. Blau, Paul Daniel Cloeter, Nicco Franklin) and TADA!'s Resident Youth Ensemble.
Neal B of www.NealB.tv will co-produce the event with Jim Lahti, in association with Artists Proof Productions. Jim Lahti also will serve as the musical director/arranger and pianist. He will be joined by John Benthalon on acoustic and electric guitar, David Silliman on percussion and Ritt Henn on bass guitar. The technical director is Dwight Schneider.
Broadway Sings For Pride is a non-for-profit organization which brings together Broadway talent and celebrities to promote LGBT equality through song. Launched in June 2011, we have received support from Carol Channing, Bebe Newirth, Joy Behar, Colman Domingo, Megan Hilty, Lance Bass, Johnny Weir, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Dee Snider, The Real Housewives of NY and many others! Broadway Sings for Pride is a sponsored project of Fractured Atlas, a nonprofit arts service organization. Contributions for the purposes of Broadway Sings for Pride must be made payable to Fractured Atlas and are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law. Please visit us on the web at: http://www.bwaypride.org/ or on Facebook: Broadway SingsFor Pride.
Hetrick-Martin Institute (HMI) is the nation’s oldest and largest LGBTQ youth service organization, providing academic enrichment & job readiness programming, health & wellness services, arts & culture programming, hot meals and clean clothes. HMI provides a safe space where LGBTQ youth can express themselves, interact with a community of their peers and access resources to help them achieve their full potential. HMI serves more than 2,500 young people annually from more than 350 zip codes.
The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center has grown to become the largest LGBT multi-service organization on the East Coast and second largest LGBT community center in the world. Every week, 6,000 people visit the Center, and more than 300 groups meet here. They provide groundbreaking social service, public policy, educational and cultural/recreational programs. They also serve as an incubator for grassroots groups that meet here such as the AIDS activist group ACT UP and the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD), the principal organization combating homophobia and stereotyping of gays in the media.
The Mainstage Theater is located in Manhattan at 416 West 42nd Street, between 9th and 10th Avenue. For more tickets and information, visit: http://tinyurl.com/7rkfzym. Ticketing services provided by Ticket Central, 212 279-4200, Noon to 8pm Daily. More information can also be found at http://www.bwaypride.org/ or on Facebook: Broadway SingsFor Pride.
Thursday, June 14, 2012
2012 TONY AWARD WINNERS
Sound Design of a Musical: Clive Goodwin, "Once."
Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical: Michael McGrath, "Nice Work If You Can Get It."
Sound Design of a Play: Darron L. West, "Peter and the Starcatcher."
Direction of a Musical: John Tiffany, "Once."
Direction of Play: Mike Nichols, "Death of a Salesman."
Costume Design of a Play: Paloma Young, "Peter and the Starcatcher."
Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play: Christian Borle, "Peter and the Starcatcher."
Costume Design of a Musical: Gregg Barnes, "Follies."
Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical: Judy Kaye, "Nice Work If You Can Get It."
Scenic Design Play: Donyale Werle, "Peter and the Starcatcher"
Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre: "Newsies."
Scenic Design of a Musical: Bob Crowley, "Once."
Revival of a Play: "Death of a Salesman."
Lighting Design of a Musical: Natasha Katz, "Once"
Play: "Clybourne Park."
Lighting Design of a Play: Jeff Croiter, "Peter and the Starcatcher."
Revival of a Musical: "The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess."
Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Steve Kazee, "Once."
Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play: James Corden, "One Man, Two Guvnors."
Performance by an Actress in Leading Role in a Play: Nina Arianda, "Venus in Fur."
Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical: Audra McDonald, "The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess."
Musical: "Once."
Choreography: Christopher Gattelli, "Newsies."
Orchestration: Martin Lowe, "Once."
Book of a Musical: Enda Walsh, "Newsies."
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
PARAGON ALGORITHM THE MOVIE FILMS
“Paragon Algorithm” is a surreal and chilling ride into the untapped dimensions of reality. Written & Produced by Serge Levin (An Affirmative Act) with the support of an award winning Producer & Director Jana (AJ) Mattioli (An Affirmative Act, The Coffee Shop).
The film tells a story of a genius undergrad physics student, Andrew, who discovers the ultimate equation that quantifies and unlocks the true mechanics of time. His findings will break your preconceived notions about time, and startle you with the immense power that this key commands.
How many doors does the key unlock, how dangerous are the repercussions, and how permanent are the rips in existence? Through the eyes of Andrew you will embark on a journey of scientific discovery and traverse across several dimensions of our existence
Andrew’s perception of reality will become skewed and the interlacing of various events will become all too reminiscent of a dream. But is it really a dream or the side effects from Andrew’s experiments? You will be the judge.
“Paragon Algorithm” is a visual portrayal of concepts which may seem abstract but actually have solid scientific foundation. Aside from its entertainment merits, the film will also educate the viewer on some basics of quantum physics and mainly time.
Make-up and wardrobe will be done by Stacey Peterson from ”Jerseylicious”, “Bridezillas” and the “Rachael Ray” show. Director of Photography: Gabriel Rodriguez; Sound: Aaron Miller. Production Manager Patrick Henry Phelan. This film is brought to you by Mattioli Productions, Isle Empire Picture, Phobos Film Works, and Pantera Productions.
Sunday, June 10, 2012
MOVIE SPOTLIGHT - PARAGON ALGORITHM
PARAGON ALGORITHM (Thriller/Horror/Sci-fi)
"Reality Is Merely An Illusion, Albeit A Very Persistent One" Albert Einstein
PARAGON ALGORITHM - THE MOVIE
***Journey into the most profound discovery of our time, the tangible time itself***“Paragon Algorithm” is a surreal and chilling ride into the untapped dimensions of reality. Written & Produced by Serge Levin and co-produced by award winning Producer & Director Jana (AJ) Mattioli. Starring: Tim Duquette (Visceral Matter, Ghostown ), Max Lodge (Damsels in Distress), and Haley Finnegen (Chlorine).
The film tells a story of a genius undergrad physics student, Andrew, who discovers the ultimate equation that quantifies and unlocks the true mechanics of time. His findings will break your preconceived notions about time, and startle you with the immense power that this key commands.
How many doors does the key unlock, how dangerous are the repercussions, and how permanent are the rips in existence? Through the eyes of Andrew you will embark on a journey of scientific discovery and traverse across several dimensions of our existence.
Andrew’s perception of reality will become skewed and the interlacing of various events will become all too reminiscent of a dream. But is it really a dream or the side effects from Andrew’s experiments? You will be the judge.
“Paragon Algorithm” is a visual portrayal of concepts which may seem abstract but actually have solid scientific foundation. Aside from its entertainment merits, the film will also educate the viewer on some basics of quantum physics and mainly time.
Make-up and wardrobe will be done by Stacey Peterson from ”Jerseylicious”, “Bridezillas” and the “Rachael Ray” show. Director of Photography: Ben Effinger; Assistant Director: Patrick Phelan; Sound: David Mcrorie.
Be sure to check ( www.phobosfilm.com/paragonalgorithm.html ) for updates
Friday, June 8, 2012
Angela Bowie's New York City Book Signing and Celebration
Alice Cooper, Kim Fowley, Cherry Vanilla, and Glenn Hughes of Deep Purple
Actress, singer, author Angela Bowie has just signed a publication contract for Lipstick Legends, her time machine voyage to the era of the 1970s when Glam Rock was all the rage. Drawing upon memories of her experiences with ex-husband David Bowie, Angie uses her own life as a vantage point from which to interview the likes of Alice Cooper, producer Kim Fowley, Warhol legend Cherry Vanilla, Glenn Hughes of Deep Purple, Chris Robison of The New York Dolls, author Mark Bego, musician Chick Cashman, legendary journalist Mary Finnegan, and David Bowie’s mime teacher and mentor Lindsay Kemp.
According to Angela, “Lipstick Legends are people who pushed the envelope, and helped redefine the sexual mores of the 1970s. They were people, like myself, who lived during most indulgent and vibrant decade of the Twentieth Century. I am thrilled to share the spotlight of Lipstick Legends with such a glittering cast of characters. It’s a little bit beautiful, a whole lot brassy!”
Drawing upon her years as a writer and performer, Angela takes the reader into the room with her in a way that is conversational and informative, and channels an entire era.
“Are you a “Lipstick Legend?” asks Ms. Bowie. “I bet you are. Did you dance all night and party until breakfast, front a band, and get all dragged up? Did you march and protest, fall in love, or swoon at David Bowie shows? Are you threatening to relive the exhilarating panic times of Glam Rock, and the squealing tires of adrenaline entertainment? Were you there with me on the dancefloor of the Sombrero in London? I bet you were! Were you with me those six nights of sold-out concerts at Universal Amphitheater? Wherever you were, come with me and relive those gay old days. Plunge into that pool of ecstasy with me one more time.” If you are looking for something different, Lipstick Legends is it.
Lipstick Legends is available now by Publish America, and will be available on Amazon.com and BarnesandNoble.com globally.
Angela Bowie has recently penned articles in British magazines Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar, on the internet magazine Frock, and she is the author of three previously published books: Free Spirit (1982), Backstage Passes (1993), and The Pocket Guide to Bisexuality. She has recently relocated from Tucson to Atlanta.
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
Richard Dawson Passes
Monday, June 4, 2012
Newburgh Jazz Series Host Fundraiser Event: Lindsey Webster Band
Saturday, June 2, 2012
Director Sean Durkin Making an 'Exorcist' TV Series?
We hear that Sean Durkin, who wrote and directed the writer/director "Martha Marcy May Marlene," is now working on a television show based on "The Exorcist."