Thu, Jun 5th 2014 11:10 pm
Empire State Development has announced New York is generating another record-breaking year for television production in the state just five months into 2014. A total of 23 pilots have filmed in New York, yielding an estimated $127 million in spending and an estimated 15,915 jobs, compared to 23 pilots filmed with an estimated $117 million in spending and an estimated 13,150 jobs in all of 2013.
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Thu, Jun 5th 2014 11:10 pm
Regal Entertainment Group, a leading motion picture exhibitor owning and operating the largest theater circuit in the U.S., today announced the opening of the new Regal Premium Experience at the Regal Walden Galleria Stadium 16 in Cheektowaga. The all-digital giant screen experience was installed in an existing auditorium and opened today with "Edge of Tomorrow."
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Wed, Jun 4th 2014 12:50 pm
For the second year in a row, the Buffalo Philharmonic has been recognized for adventurous programming.
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Wed, Jun 4th 2014 12:50 pm
Two unmistakable rock voices are headed to Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel this fall: Roger Hodgson - the legendary singer-songwriter, formerly of Supertramp - will perform at Seneca Niagara Events Center Friday, Nov. 7; and former Stone Temple Pilots' frontman Scott Weiland and his new band, The Wildabouts, will perform at the Bear's Den Showroom Friday, Sept. 5.
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Tue, Jun 3rd 2014 01:10 pm
Classic rock for all generations is on tap for the BPO's 2014-15 "Rock Series." Randy Newman, Blood Sweat & Tears and "Music of Led Zeppelin" among highlights of Buffalo Philharmonic's "Rock Series."
Subscriptions for the "BPO Rock Series" are currently available. Subscribers can save up to 25 percent off the single ticket price by purchasing all six concerts.
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Tue, Jun 3rd 2014 01:10 pm
The Los Angeles Kings-Chicago Blackhawks Game 7 overtime thriller Sunday night averaged 4.137 million viewers, according to The Nielsen Co., making it the most-watched non-Stanley Cup Final NHL playoff game on record.
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Tue, Jun 3rd 2014 01:10 pm
Food Network icons and best-selling cookbook authors Rachael Ray and Guy Fieri return for season two of "Rachael vs. Guy: Kids Cook-Off."
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Mon, Jun 2nd 2014 05:10 pm
National Grid has a local connection to California Chrome, winner of the Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes, who will attempt to become the first horse to win the Triple Crown since 1978 when he runs in the Belmont Stakes on Saturday in Elmont.
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Mon, Jun 2nd 2014 05:10 pm
This morning on "LIVE with Kelly and Michael," hosts Kelly Ripa and Michael Strahan announced trainer Tammy Harris from Houston was chosen as the winner of the show's first-ever "LIVE's Top Fitness Instructor" contest.
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Mon, Jun 2nd 2014 02:10 pm
Yvonne Strahovski knows a thing or two about playing a CIA agent, having starred for five seasons as Sarah Walker on NBC's "Chuck."
In just a few episodes of "24: Live Another Day," Strahovski's agent Kate Morgan has resonated with "24" fans so much that rumors are flying of a spinoff.
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Mon, Jun 2nd 2014 02:05 pm
Lorde will headline a concert Sunday, Sept. 7, at Artpark in Lewiston.
Majical Cloudz will open.
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Mon, Jun 2nd 2014 12:15 pm
Renowned foodist and television personality Alton Brown announced the return of "Alton Brown Live! The Edible Inevitable Tour," on the heels of the successful inaugural run to 46 U.S. cities. Brown will bring his tour to the University at Buffalo's Center for the Arts Sunday, Nov. 16, at 7:30 p.m.
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Mon, Jun 2nd 2014 12:10 pm
NBC Sports Group's live coverage of the Stanley Cup Final begins with Game 1 Wednesday at 8 p.m. on NBC, when the Los Angeles Kings host the New York Rangers at Staples Center in Los Angeles. Coverage begins with "NHL Live" at 7 p.m. on NBCSN.
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Mon, Jun 2nd 2014 12:00 pm
Over the weekend, the Buffalo Sabres announced the team signed forward Nicholas Baptiste to a three-year, entry-level contract.
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Sat, May 31st 2014 12:15 pm
The Historic Riviera Theatre and Performing Arts Center welcomes musician, singer and actor Bobby Vinton. "The Polish Prince" will perform live at 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 13. Doors open at 7 p.m. (Mighty WurliTzer organ plays at 7:30 p.m.).
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Fri, May 30th 2014 07:45 pm
Based on the young adult novel by Indianapolis native John Green, the 20th Century Fox release "The Fault in Our Stars" has been recognized by Indianapolis nonprofit Heartland Film with the Truly Moving Picture Award. Heartland Film honors select theatrically released films - entertaining movies that do much more than just entertain - with the industry award.
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Fri, May 30th 2014 07:45 pm
Daphne Oz's dad, Dr. Mehmet Oz, visits her at work at "The Chew," Alison Sweeney ("The Biggest Loser") and Jennifer Esposito make their "Chew" debuts, and slugger Willie Randolph joins sports fan Michael Symon for some culinary fun.
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Fri, May 30th 2014 07:45 pm
The Historic Riviera Theatre in North Tonawanda welcomes Frankie Avalon Saturday, Sept. 20, at 8 p.m. for one performance only. Ticket prices are $46-$56.
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Thu, May 29th 2014 07:40 am
Reigning CMA Vocal Group of the Year Little Big Town return for the second year to host the "CMA Music Festival: Country's Night to Rock" Tuesday, Aug. 5 (8 p.m.), on ABC.
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Thu, May 29th 2014 07:35 am
Grill master Bobby Flay returns to the backyard this summer, and this time he's going back to the essentials with new episodes of "Barbecue Addiction: Bobby's Basics," beginning Sunday, June 22, at 11 a.m. on Food Network.
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Thu, May 29th 2014 07:30 am
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Wed, May 28th 2014 08:00 pm
The 11th season of "So You Think You Can Dance" debuts with auditions from New Orleans and Chicago on a two-hour premiere event airing tonight at 8 p.m. on FOX. Next week, the Emmy Award-nominated series continues with audition episodes in Chicago and Los Angeles Wednesday, June 4 (8 p.m.); in Los Angeles and Philadelphia Wednesday, June 11 (8 p.m.); and in Atlanta Wednesday, June 18 (8 p.m.).
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Wed, May 28th 2014 03:00 pm
Artpark has hosted hundreds of big name concerts over the years but, on June 12, history will be made when dancing violinist Lindsey Stirling visits Western New York for the first time as part of her 40-city tour.
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Tue, May 27th 2014 05:45 pm
In tribute to Armed Forces Week, the QVC network's popular television cooking program "In the Kitchen With David" will broadcast live from Canalside this Wednesday, May 28. The broadcast begins at 8 p.m. and will use the Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park as its background.
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Tue, May 27th 2014 05:35 pm
"America's Got Talent," the summer's No. 1 reality show, will join forces with "Today" for "Today's Got Talent," a nationwide contest to select a contestant who will get to fast track to the "AGT" live shows at iconic Radio City Music Hall this summer.
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Tue, May 27th 2014 05:35 pm
The Buffalo Sabres today announced the team signed goaltender Linus Ullmark to a three-year, entry-level contract.
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Mon, May 26th 2014 04:20 pm
The Buffalo Sabres today announced the team signed forward Nicolas Deslauriers to a two-year contract.
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Mon, May 26th 2014 04:20 pm
Chicago designer Lukas Machnik was crowned winner of NBC's ambitious reality design competition series "American Dream Builders" Sunday, beating out fellow Chicagoan Jay Riordan.
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Sat, May 24th 2014 04:20 pm
When you think of past "MasterChef" contestants - amazing blind chef Christina, budding restaurateur Luca, pastry whiz Whitney - it's hard to believe they were unknown in the culinary world before starring in the FOX cooking competition.
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Sat, May 24th 2014 03:00 pm
On Saturday, June 7, Buffalo Championship Wrestling and Entertainment Group are partnering with Relay For Life for a fundraiser at Niagara Active Hose, 6010 Lockport Road, Town of Niagara.
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Thu, May 22nd 2014 06:55 pm
Erie Canal Harbor Development Corp. has launched its 2014 season of summer events and programming at Canalside. This year, Canalside will host more than 1,000 events and activities, including daily activities for kids, fitness, music, history, a new Clinton's Dish menu, festivals and more on Buffalo's waterfront.
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Thu, May 22nd 2014 06:30 pm
Don't be late for this very important date! Lewiston Council on the Arts presents "Alice in Wonderland" Sunday, June 1, at Seneca (Bug) Park, next to the Lewiston Public Library, 305 S. Eighth St.
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Thu, May 22nd 2014 06:20 pm
The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra has planned a multifaceted summer that sees the BPO performing at the Erie County Fair, Canalside and Old Fort Niagara; traveling to Princeton University; working with the Doctors of the World Orchestra to raise funds for the new John R. Oishei Children's Hospital; and bringing rare instruments to Western New York.
For more information or tickets, call 716-885-5000 or visit www.bpo.org.
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Thu, May 22nd 2014 06:10 pm
Mayor Robert G. Ortt has announced the lineup for the four-concert series "Cornerstone's Niagara River Rocks" at Gratwick Riverside Park. The featured bands scheduled for the 2014 concert series include Primus, Tom Cochrane with Kim Mitchell, The Fray and Dennis DeYoung.
Shows take place Sundays, June 22, July 20, July 27 and Aug. 24 at what is regarded as one of the most beautiful venues along the Niagara River.
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Thu, May 22nd 2014 05:55 pm
Former BPO trombonist Stefan Sanders will move to the front of the orchestra in his new role as associate conductor. He was chosen after a six-month search that brought 10 qualified candidates to Western New York.
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Thu, May 22nd 2014 05:35 pm
Patissier and master chocolatier Julia Baker brings her unique culinary skills to Cooking Channel this summer in the six-episode series, "Sweet Julia," premiering Saturday, June 21, at 2:30 p.m.
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Thu, May 22nd 2014 10:50 am
"American Idol XIII" came to a rock-tastic close Wednesday as wild child Caleb Johnson was crowned the winner during the live two-hour season finale on FOX. Johnson, 23, from Asheville, North Carolina, emerged as America's top choice following Tuesday night's extremely close vote.
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Thu, May 22nd 2014 10:45 am
In a special video message from the set of "Star Wars: Episode VII," director J.J. Abrams announced the creation of "Star Wars: Force for Change," a brand new "Star Wars" initiative from Disney and Lucasfilm in collaboration with Bad Robot dedicated to finding creative solutions to some of the world's biggest problems.
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Wed, May 21st 2014 11:00 am
Josh Kaufman was crowned champion of NBC's Emmy Award-winning musical competition series "The Voice" Tuesday night, earning the grand prize of a recording contract and being named as "The Voice" for season six.
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Wed, May 21st 2014 10:55 am
After nine weeks of competitive dancing spanning a variety of styles from the cha cha to the foxtrot to the Viennese waltz and beyond, Meryl Davis and Maksim Chmerkovskiy were crowned the "Dancing With The Stars" season 18 champions on the season finale Tuesday on the ABC Television Network.
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