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Trent Harmon is crowned final 'American Idol'
Fri, Apr 8th 2016 09:30 am
Thursday night on "American Idol," the lights were dimmed for a final time and host Ryan Seacrest made one last dream come true, as Trent Harmon, 25, from Amory, Mississippi, was named the 15th and final "American Idol" in the history-making series finale live from Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. He beat out La'Porsha Renae.
'Grimm' renewed for sixth season as Friday night series readies to tell new tales
Tue, Apr 5th 2016 07:15 pm
The war on Wesen rages on! NBC's Friday night drama series "Grimm" has been renewed for a sixth season.
Recap: 'Star Wars' Daisy Ridley in Facebook live Q&A
Mon, Apr 4th 2016 01:25 pm
Earlier today, "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" actress Daisy Ridley (Rey) participated in an exclusive Q&A via Facebook Live on the "Star Wars" Facebook page.
'The Voice': Q&A with 'grounded,' 'grateful,' grand Hannah Huston
Thu, Mar 31st 2016 03:50 pm
From her blind audition, when three chairs turned, Hannah Huston has earned rave reviews for her performances (including covers of Allen Stone's "Unaware" and Sia's "Elastic Heart"), while also charting on iTunes.
'The Voice': Adam calls Alisan Porter 'the Jordan Smith of this season' following 'Battle Round' win
Thu, Mar 24th 2016 08:05 am
At the conclusion of Monday's episode of "The Voice," coach Adam Levine said Alisan Porter is "the Jordan Smith of this season." He likened the former actor and "Curly Sue" star to the season nine champion, whose high notes made him the frontrunner from his blind audition through the finale.
Geoffrey Zakarian, Lewiston's favorite celebrity chef, dishes on success, new show
Sat, Mar 19th 2016 08:10 am
When interviewing celebrities, many times one has to say, "I'm from Niagara Falls," or "I'm from Buffalo," because, despite Lewiston's rising status nationwide, some people still aren't familiar with the village. Geoffrey Zakarian is not one of those people.
'The Voice': Hannah Huston topples nerves to wow judges
Sat, Mar 12th 2016 05:45 pm
On Monday's episode, Hannah covered Allen Stone's "Unaware."
Sarah Koenig of acclaimed 'Serial' podcast to speak at UB Center for the Arts on April 11
Mon, Mar 7th 2016 01:25 pm
The Center for the Arts, University at Buffalo, presents "Sarah Koenig: Binge-Worthy Journalism - Backstage with the Host & Co-Creator of 'Serial' " at 7:30 p.m. Monday, April 11. Tickets are $34.50 general admission and $24.50 for students (any school).
Artpark announces Ray LaMontagne, Styx, Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds
Mon, Mar 7th 2016 10:00 am
Artpark confirmed six additional concerts in its 2016 season lineup. These headlining acts will perform this summer on Artpark's outdoor stage at the award-winning "First Niagara presents Tuesday in the Park" series and the popular "Coors Light Wednesdays" series. The concerts just announced will go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, March 11.
'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' arriving early on Digital HD April 1
Thu, Mar 3rd 2016 02:45 pm
"Star Wars: The Force Awakens" shattered box office records upon its debut to become the cinematic event of a generation with over $926 million domestic and $2.05 billion worldwide.
Buffalo History Museum announces M&T 'Third Fridays' 'Giants of Buffalo' 2016
Wed, Mar 2nd 2016 11:45 am
The Buffalo History Museum announces its fourth annual "Giants of Buffalo" program. Local hospitality sage Russell Salvatore and award-winning television and film writer/producer Diane English will be feted at the M&T "Third Fridays" event this spring.
'Curly Sue' star Alisan Porter impresses coaches on 'The Voice'
Tue, Mar 1st 2016 08:35 pm
Alisan Porter began acting in commercials at the age of 3. By 5, she was on "Star Search." At 8, she starred in the John Hughes film "Parenthood." The next year, she played the title character in "Curly Sue."
Yes! Riviera Theatre welcomes Anderson Ponty Band
Mon, Feb 29th 2016 10:25 am
The Historic Riviera Theatre and Performing Arts Center welcomes Anderson Ponty Band, featuring music legends Jon Anderson and Jean-Luc Ponty, at 8 p.m. Tuesday May 17.
'The Biggest Loser': Roberto Hernandez named winner
Tue, Feb 23rd 2016 08:30 am
Roberto Hernandez, a 36-year-old physical/health/driver's education teacher from Burbank, Illinois, was named 'The Biggest Loser" on NBC's live finale last night, winning $250,000. He started season 17 at 348 pounds and ended weighing 188, shedding 160 pounds and 45.98 percent of his body weight.
Goo Goo Dolls announce North American headline tour
Mon, Feb 22nd 2016 02:30 pm
Multi-platinum-selling, Grammy-nominated band Goo Goo Dolls will hit the road in July for an extensive summer headlining tour of amphitheaters and arenas. Also on the bill as direct support are Collective Soul and Tribe Society.
Nils Lofgren reflects on career with new material, tours Buffalo with Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band
Sun, Feb 21st 2016 02:50 pm
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band perform Thursday at Buffalo's First Niagara Center.
'Grimm Gala' raises $386,000 for OHSU Doernbecher Children's Hospital
Fri, Feb 19th 2016 12:05 pm
The "Grimmster Endowment" at OSHU Doernbecher Children's Hospital has grown by $386,000, due to the success of the "Grimm Gala," which took place Saturday, Feb. 13.
All-new celebrity cast of ABC's 'Dancing with the Stars' will be revealed live, Tuesday, March 8, exclusively on 'Good Morning America'
Fri, Feb 19th 2016 11:55 am
This season's new cast of "Dancing with the Stars" will be revealed live, Tuesday, March 8, exclusively on "Good Morning America" (7-9 a.m. ET) on the ABC Television Network.
Setting the stage for bigger acts: Riviera Theatre plans for expansion project
Fri, Feb 12th 2016 07:25 pm
While driving down Webster Street in North Tonawanda, you may be surprised by some famous acts flashing on the Riviera Theatre's marquee - acts unlike what the venue has booked in past years.
'American Idol': Meet the top 24 semifinalists
Fri, Feb 5th 2016 01:45 pm
Thursday night, "American Idol" judges Jennifer Lopez, Keith Urban and Harry Connick Jr. revealed their picks for the top 24 semifinalists.
The truth is out there: FOX premiere of 'The X-File's breaks worldwide ratings records with more than 50 million viewers in first three days
Mon, Feb 1st 2016 02:05 pm
The latest mind-bending chapter of "The X-Files" captured the attention of tens of millions of viewers around the world with its record-setting, two-night return to FOX last week.
'The Blacklist': Hisham Tawfiq brings life to Dembe, credits James Spader for fan-favorite role
Wed, Jan 27th 2016 08:10 pm
Actor Hisham Tawfiq brings life to Dembe, his popular character on NBC's hit series "The Blacklist."
UB welcomes Brian Wilson 'Pet Sounds 50th Anniversary World Tour,' Tedeschi Trucks Band
Mon, Jan 25th 2016 03:00 pm
The Center for the Arts, University at Buffalo, announces Brian Wilson "Pet Sounds 50th Anniversary World Tour" will visit campus at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 28. Tedeschi Trucks Band's "Let Me Get By 2016 Tour" offers two shows at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 7, and Sunday, May 8.
Interview: 'Supergirl' star David Harewood 'excited' to play Martian Manhunter J'onn J'onzz
Sun, Jan 24th 2016 08:30 pm
Once again, it's up to a stylish British actor to save the world. This time, however, it isn't Daniel Craig's James Bond fighting off Spectre, but rather David Harewood's J'onn J'onzz shielding the populace from White Martians.
Interview: Seneca Niagara Casino hosts 'An Evening With Richard Marx Solo'
Fri, Jan 22nd 2016 10:20 am
The Richard Marx of your childhood don't mean nothing to the Richard Marx of today.
Interview: Recovering, healthier Scott Stapp returns to Buffalo with revamped 'Proof of Life' tour
Mon, Jan 18th 2016 02:45 pm
A grateful Scott Stapp is recovering; ready to meet, entertain, inspire fans on new "Proof of Life" tour.
Q&A: Artpark's new executive director, Sonia Kozlova Clark, excited about venue's future
Mon, Jan 11th 2016 05:30 pm
Sonia Kozlova Clark was officially announced Monday as Artpark & Company's new executive director.
'The Only Pirate at the Party': Lindsey Stirling inspires others to be different with first book
Sun, Jan 10th 2016 02:00 pm
Lindsey Stirling talks about her first book, "The Only Pirate at the Party," in a new interview with NFP.
You're gonna need a bigger boat: Only surviving 'Jaws' shark acquired by Academy Museum
Thu, Jan 7th 2016 05:25 pm
The Academy Museum announced today it accepted into its collection a major gift of the sole surviving full-scale model of the 1975 "Jaws" shark, donated by Nathan Adlen.
'American Idol's' farewell journey begins
Wed, Jan 6th 2016 08:00 pm
"American Idol's" farewell season kicks off tonight, with auditions from around the country. For three weeks, the judges - Jennifer Lopez, Keith Urban and Harry Connick Jr. - and host Ryan Seacrest will travel to Atlanta, Denver, Little Rock, Philadelphia and San Francisco in search of the 15th "Idol."
Joshua Maloni's top 10 celebrity interviews of 2015
Mon, Dec 28th 2015 03:35 pm
My 10 favorite celebrity interviews of 2015. Starring: Alan Ruck, Ed Roland, Jeff Martin, Amanda Schull, Peter Cetera, Lindsey Stirling, "Morning Sun" cast, Garth Brooks, TobyMac and Chris Cornell.
'The Voice': Emily Ann Roberts ready to write, record; interview
Thu, Dec 17th 2015 05:50 pm
In any other season, Emily Ann Roberts would be "The Voice."
Top 'Ninja Warriors' set for battle in NBC's annual special 'USA Vs. The World'
Wed, Dec 16th 2015 04:55 pm
NBC will present its third annual high-stakes international competition "American Ninja Warrior: USA Vs. the World" on Sunday, Jan. 31 (8-11 p.m. ET/PT). Three separate teams from America, Europe and Japan will compete in Las Vegas on the first three stages of Mt. Midoriyama, the famed four-stage finals course featured in "American Ninja Warrior."
'The Voice': Jordan Smith named champion
Wed, Dec 16th 2015 09:50 am
Jordan Smith was crowned champion of NBC's Emmy Award-winning musical competition series "The Voice" Tuesday, earning the grand prize of a recording contract and being named as "The Voice" for season nine.
More Than Me reunion show to benefit Food Bank of WNY
Mon, Dec 14th 2015 03:15 pm
More Than Me is proud to announce a long-awaited reunion show to benefit the Food Bank of WNY. The show will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 23, at the Studio @ Waiting Room, 334 Delaware Ave., Buffalo.
'Four Falls of Buffalo' relives Bills Super Bowl years
Fri, Dec 11th 2015 06:35 pm
The North Park Theatre in Buffalo was the setting for the ESPN Films "30 for 30" series premier of "Four Falls of Buffalo." The movie traces the historic journey of the four Buffalo Bills Super Bowl appearances - the highs and the lows.
'The Voice': Amy Vachal more passionate than ever about music career
Fri, Dec 11th 2015 03:30 pm
Amy Vachal has a different outlook.
New York awards National Comedy Center additional $2.025 million
Thu, Dec 10th 2015 05:00 pm
The National Comedy Center has been awarded another $2.025 million by New York state and Gov. Andrew Cuomo. The additional funds follow an award of $1.5 million from Empire State Development in 2014, and the groundbreaking of the National Comedy Center held in August in Jamestown.
Finding Trubel: Jacqueline Toboni talks 'Grimm' start to season
Fri, Dec 4th 2015 08:55 pm
Actress Jacqueline Toboni said fans are about to learn why her character, our favorite female Grimm, was taken; why she was kidnapped and then half-dead when she found Nick last episode; and what's up with her fancier clothes and souped-up ride.
 

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