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Issue for December 1, 2009

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TUESDAY, DECEMBER 1     WORLD AIDS DAY
 
Birthdays:  Woody Allen [1935], Carol Alt [1960], John Densmore [1945], Dianne Lennon [1939], Bette Midler [1945], Mark Thompson (Mark & Brian) [1955], Malachi Throne [1928], Charlene Tilton [1958], Lee Trevino [1939], Treat Williams [1951].  [Richard Pryor, 1940.]
 
8:00 A.M. - Press conference to announce the nominations for Film Independent’s 2010 Spirit Awards, to be presented March 5.  Celebrities expected: Taraji P. Henson, Matt Dillon and others.  Sofitel L.A., 8555 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles.   Contact: John Smith, Film Independent (555) 555-5555
 
9:45 a.m. - DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc. will host an analyst and investor day, accessible to the public via live audio webcast, from their Glendale headquarters.   Contact:  Investor Relations (555) 555-5555 or Corporate Communications (555) 555-5555
 
10:00 a.m. - Press conference;  CELEBRITY NAUGHTY OR NICE LIST 2009 announced by Hollywood’s Official Santa Claus Tim Connaghan, who for 40 years has been Santa and is the star of the Hollywood Christmas Parade.  Celebrities expected:  Ashley Palmer [Paranormal  Activity], Erik Estrada, who is the TV co-host of The Hollywood Christmas Parade, 1 other major TV star, and of course Santa’s Head Elf. 10:00 media call time;  11:00 press conference begins. Celebrity Jewelry Designer Raju Rasiah’s showroom, 332 N. Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills.  Contact:  John Smith (555) 555-5555

6:00 p.m. - Holiday lighting;  Burbank Mayor’s Tree Lighting Ceremony hosted by Radio Disney's Ernie D and a concert by Radio Disney N.B.T. (Next Big Thing) artist Cymphonique, followed by pop recording artist J*Smith from the hit movie “Twilight.”  In front of Burbank City Hall, 275 East Olive Avenue, Burbank.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555 <sample@sample.com>
 
6:30 p.m. - Film premiere;  New Wave Entertainment presents Neo-noir Thriller “Across The Hall.”  Celebrities expected: Brittany Murphy, Danny Pino, Mike Vogel, Bryan Singer, Alex Merkin.  6:30 arrivals, 7:30 screening. Laemmle’s Music Hall 3, 9036 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills. RSVP required. Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
7:00 p.m. - NextAID presents a very special benefit for World AIDS Day.  Celebrities expected: host, comic Ben Morrison, entertainment by musicians Louie Vega, DJ Rap, Marques Wyatt, comedians Whitney Cummings [Chelsea Lately / Comedy Central Roast of Joan Rivers], Ben Gleib [Chelsea Lately / NBC's The Real Wedding Crashers] and others.  Marrakesh House, 6310 Tompkins Place, Culver City;  located on a hillside adjacent to California’s newest State Park, the Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook in Culver City.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555 <sample@sample.com>

8:00 p.m. - The Artivist Collective presents the 6th Annual Artivist Film Festival, through 12/5.  Tonight’s opening night screening is LA MISSION.  Egyptian Theatre, 6712 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555

8:00 p.m. - Ford Motor Company will host the Fiesta Celebration, to kick-off Ford’s presence at the Los Angeles Auto Show  and will recognize 100 “Fiesta Agents” who have been virally promoting its new 2010 Ford Fiesta. The Fiesta Celebration, which is free and open to the public, will be hosted by College Humor’s Jake and Amir and will feature a live performance by Parachute. Interviews with the Ford Fiesta agents and executives available pending approval.  Hollywood Palladium, 6215 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood. Contact: [media and talent] John Smith (555) 555-5555

8:15 p.m. - Red carpet celebration for power agent Michael Quinn Smith & Amanda Meredith.  This event will feature performances by members of KISS, Black Eyed Peas, Danzig, Megadeth, Slaughter and more.  Also the following celebrities will be attending:  George Lazenby, Anthony Michael Hall,  Ashley Palmer,  Khloe Kardashian,  Todd Duffey, Christian Serratos, Ashley Greene, Diablo Cody, Ed Gale, Garrett Wang,  Johnathan Schaech, Clifton Collins Jr,  Lorielle New, Tarah Paige, Lana Wood, Lorenzo Lamas, Brande Roderick, Matt Stone, Trey Parker, Dian Bachar, Terrell Clayton and many others.   8:15 press check in;  8:30-9:30 red carpet. Cabana Club, 1439 Ivar Ave., Hollywood.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555  <sample@sample.com>
 
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2
 
Birthdays:  Tracy Austin [1962], Cathy Lee Crosby [1949], Julie Harris [1925], Lucy Liu [1968], Michael McDonald [1952], Monica Seles [1973], Britney Spears [1981]. [Ray Walston, 1914; Adolph Green, 1915.]
 
10:00 a.m. - Press day for “The Strip” new feature film from Truly Indie.  Celebrities expected: writer/director Jameel Khan, actor Dave Foley.  mPRm Public Relations, 5670 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 2500, Los Angeles, 90036.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
6:00 p.m. - "The GRAMMY Nominations Concert Live!!--Countdown To Music's Biggest Night." New spin on the old nomination announcement.  Celebrities expected: host LL Cool J, performances by Black Eyed Peas, Maxwell, Sugarland, Nick Jonas & The Administration and many others.  Club Nokia, 777 Chick Hearn Court, between Figueroa Street and Georgia Street, Los Angeles.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
6:00 p.m. - Los Angeles Passage of the World March for Peace and Non-Violence, followed by Peace Concert headlined by Alturas, along with Deep Stirrings, belly dancers and more.  6:00 walk starts from MacArthur Park, on Wilshire at Alvarado to Berendo, to the Immanual Presbyterian Church, 3300 Wilshire Blvd (2 blocks west of Vermont) where the Peace Concert starts at 7:00.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
6:30 p.m. - PEN USA’s 19th Annual Literary Awards Festival, celebrating “The Right To Write”.  Celebrities expected: host Lawrence O’Donnell, Jr.;  honoree Elmore Leonard, presenter Walter Mirisch and many others.  Beverly Hills Hotel, 9641 Sunset Blvd., Beverly Hills.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
6:30 p.m. - “Shitzus & Giggles” comedy benefit for the Bark Avenue Foundation, spay/neuter, animal rescue and educational programs.  Celebrities expected: host Carla Collins, Improv comics Ian Bagg, Michael Kosta, Dwayne Perkins and others.  The Improvisation, 8162 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles.  Contact John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3
 
Birthdays:  Brian Bonsall [1981], Anna Chlumsky [1980], Brendan Fraser [1968], Jean-Luc Godard [1930], Darryl Hannah [1960], Jaye P. Morgan, Michael Musto [1955], Ozzy [John Michael] Osbourne [1948], Andy Williams [1930], Katarina Witt [1955].
 
5:00 p.m. - Film premiere;  Warner Bros. Pictures presents INVICTUS, directed by Clint Eastwood. Celebrities expected: Clint Eastwood, Morgan Freeman, Matt Damon and many others.   5:00 crew arrivals;  6:00 celebrity arrivals;  7:00 screening.  Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Samuel Goldwyn Theatre, 8949 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills.    Contact: Contact:  [broadcast] John Smith (555) 555-5555 ; [print John Smith (555) 555-5555;  [photo] John Smith (555) 555-5555;  [online] John Smith (555) 555-5555;  [international] John Smith (555) 555-5555. <sample@sample.com>
 
5:00 p.m. - Book party;  a VIP evening with Howard Fine, discussing his new book FINE ON ACTING.  Celebrities expected: special guest, Michael Chiklis and others.  Event benefits Project Angel Food.  5:00 media check in;  5:30 arrivals. Howard Fine Acting Studio, 1445 Las Palmas, Hollywood.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
5:45 p.m. - Special screening;  Diversity Committee of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences and the Hallmark Channel present a screening of new Hallmark Channel Original Movie, CHRISTMAS IN CANAAN.  Celebrities expected: from the film, Billy Ray Cyrus, Jaishon Fisher, producers and creatives.  Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, Leonard H. Goldenson Theatre, 5230 Lankershim Blvd., North Hollywood.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
6:00 p.m. - Celebrity VIP Book Signing Cocktail Party for murder mystery, FIRST PERSON CAT by Jacque Heebner, animal rights activist and philanthropist.  Event benefits Cats Inc. and Dream Street Foundation.  Celebrities expected: Tippi Hedren, Lou and Carla Ferrigno, Roger Williams, Shirley Jones, Ruta Lee, David Murdoch, Kelly Lange and many others.  The Regency Club, 10900 Wilshire Blvd., Penthouse Floor, Westwood.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
*     6:15 p.m. - “Wanna Make A Change,” an Alternative Intervention Models (A.I.M.) Benefit. Celebrities expected: host, Karina Smirnoff [Dancing with the Stars],  Quincy Jones, Joanna Krupa, Cloris Leachman, Chuck Liddell, Jason Biggs, Aaron Carter, Rib Hillis, Crystle Stewart, Blue Sky Reality  and several members of the Dancing with the Stars cast.  6:15 media check in;  7:00 red carpet.  MYSTUDIO.NET, 8560 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
7:00 p.m. - The Women's International Film & Television Showcase.  The WIFTS Foundation is proud to screen “The Stoning of Soraya M.” in honor of The WIFTS foundation Humanitarian Award Recipient Shohreh Aghdashloo for her Outstanding Contribution to the Women's Rights Movement.  Screening is followed by a Q and A with Shohreh, director Cyrus Nowrasteh, writer Betsy Nowrasteh and Irshad Manji, Director of the Moral Courage Project and followed by a cocktail reception. Proceeds from the screening will benefit The Moral Courage Project and The WIFTS Foundation.  New Beverly Cinema, 7165 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555  HYPERLINK "http://www.sample@sample.com” 
 
7:00 p.m. - 5D | Design Is Change “The Language of World Building.”  Panel with three of the world’s leading innovators in data visualization, computer science, robotics, software engineering, communications and human and digital anthropology.  Billy Wilder Theater, Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
7:30 p.m. - Film premiere; FRAT PARTY from Overture.  Cast and crew expected.  7:30 press/media check in;  8:00 red carpet arrivals at the pre-party at XIV, 8117 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood;  10:00 screening at the Laemmle Sunset 5 Cinemas, 8000 Sunset Blvd. at Crescent Heights, West Hollywood.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
*     9:00 p.m. - Music showcase;  Sleepy Brown [formerly of Outkast] showcases his new project "The Brown Family Diaries".  Sleepy and Roxxy aka Liana Mendoza and his band "The Black Nails" together debut new hit single "Dirty Thoughts". "Dirty Thoughts" is being released on the new Paul Rodriguez film "I'm Not Like That No More".   Opening act:  Automatic Youth, Shifty Shellshock from "Crazytown";  hosted by L.A. Ink girls Aubry Fisher and Amy Nicoletto. 9:00 Media Check in;  9:30 Red Carpet Arrivals;  10:30 performances begin.  Cabana Club, 1439 Ivar Ave., Hollywood.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555  [Note corrected date!]
 
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4
 
Birthdays:  Max Baer Jr. [original Jethro from “The BeverlyHillbillies”], Tyra Banks [1973], Jeff Bridges [1949], Deanna Durbin [1921], Wink Martindale [1934], Marisa Tomei [1964], Patricia Weddig [1951].
 
8:30 a.m. - The Hollywood Reporter's Annual Women in Entertainment Breakfast, celebrating its Power 100: Women in Entertainment issue.  Celebrities expected: Oprah Winfrey, Glenn Close and many others.  Beverly Hilton, 9876 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555  <sample@sample.com>
 
6:30 p.m. - The Writers Guild Foundation presents a holiday reception, interview with Jason Reitman and screening of his new movie, UP IN THE AIR.  Linwood Dunn Theater, 1313 Vine Street, Hollywood.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
8:00 p.m. - In concert;  Todd Rundgren.  Orpheum Theatre, 842 S. Broadway, Los Angeles.  Contact: [tour] John Smith (555) 555-5555

8:00 p.m. - In concert;  Barry Manilow in four concerts to benefit Toys For Tots.  You know what they want you to bring, right?  McCallum Theatre, Palm Desert.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555

8:00 p.m. - In concert;  Camp Freddy for three shows, December 4, 11 and 19.  The Roxy, 9009 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
8:00 p.m. - Musical opening;  “Rated RSO:  The Music+Lyrics of Ryan Scott Oliver” with a Broadway cast including Megan Hilty [9 to 5] and Lesli Margherita [Zorro] and others.  Boston Court Performing Arts Center, 70 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
8:30 p.m. - Bridgetta Tomarchio's Birthday Bash/Babes in Toyland Charity Event.  Celebrities expected: Bridgetta Tomarchio (Californication), Alana Curry, Holly Huddleston (Sunset Tan), Amanda Blank, Heather Chadwell (Rock of Love); Jennifer Lyons (Transylmania), Buffy Tyler (playmate), Suzanne Stokes (playmate), Christine Smith (playmate), Mary Carey, Jayden James (adult star), Nikki Benz (adult star) and many others.  Be a pal and bring an unwrapped toy for the charity.  Lucky Strike, Hollywood & Highland Center, 6801 Hollywood Blvd.,  Hollywood.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555  <sample@sample.com>
 
9:00 p.m. - “Movember,” a global charity event that invites men to grow moustaches [“mo’s”] for the month of November, concludes their successful 2009 campaign to fight prostate and testicular cancer with a Gala Parté.  Mo Bro’s and Mo Sistas compete in costume contests and for who has the best “mo”.  Avalon, 1735 N. Vine St., Hollywood.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5
 
Birthdays:  Morgan Brittany [1951], Jose Carreras [1947], Margaret Cho [1968], Joan Didion [1934], Little Richard [1932], Jim Messina [of Loggins & Messina, 1947], Calvin Trillin [1935].
 
*     1:00 p.m. - Mall appearance;  recording artist Drake [Cash Money, Young Money, Universal, Motown] will make a special appearance in support of the 8th District’s Winter Wonderland Celebration Toy Giveaway.  Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza, 3650 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Los Angeles.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
*     1:00 p.m. - In concert;  KidRockers presents The 88 and The Flying Tourbillon Orchestra, hosted by Matt Dwyer.  All adults must be accompanied by a Kid.  The Echo, 1822 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
*     2:00 p.m. - Book signing;  Howard Fine signs FINE ON ACTING.  Samuel French Book Shop, 7623 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
*     2:00 p.m. - Art reception;  champagne reception of the work of Theresa Tolliver, hosted by Angela Witherspoon, Vanessa Williams and Linda Jones.  2:00-10:00 reception;  7:00 invitation-only open mic poetry.  Artpeace Gallery, 2317 W. Magnolia Blvd., Burbank.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555

*     2:00 p.m. - Dark Delicacies autograph party for cowboys!  Writer Courtney Joyner signs his new book THE WESTERNERS with Miles Swarthout [screenwriter of The Shootist] and actor Edward Faulkner [Rio Lobo, Chisum, Navy vs. The Night Monsters];  plus a special guest appearance by actor/writer William Smith [Conan, Ghost of Frankenstein, Any Which Way You Can] signing his new book of poetry.  Dark Delicacies bookstore, 4213 W. Burbank Blvd., Burbank.  Contact the store: (555) 555-5555

*     4:30 p.m. - URBAN KING’S BEST OF THE BEST Hip Hop competition featuring the best unsigned rap artists in Southern California.  Celebrities expected: hosts, Hip Hop icons Kurtis Blow and YOYO, DJ Quik, Layzie Bone of Bone Thugs N Harmony and many others.  4:30 media check in;  5:00 red carpet.  Level 3 Nightclub, Hollywood & Highland, 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood.  Contact: [talent and media] <sample@sample.com>
 
*     6:30 p.m. - JovyJanolo.com and CherRue.com present A CHRISTMAS STORY - A Celebrity Fashion Benefit for the Amanda Foundation.   Red Carpet Fashion Show by 'JDMA' Merlin Castell with celebrity models.  Celebrities expected: hosted by Judy Tenuta with 'Amazing Race' Kynt and Vyxsin, Kier Mellour, Aubry Fisher, Iliana Fischer, Robin Bain, Heather Chadwell, CC Perkinson, Romy Dames, Dominique Sharpe, Jocelyn Harris, Tian Kitchen, Chris Winters, Paul Vandervort, Brandon Trentham, Anton Murray, Merlin Castell, Gary Berry and many others.  ELEVEN, 8811 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
*     7:00 p.m. - Casino themed holiday party for the Starlight Children’s Foundation.  Celebrities expected: Katernia Graham [Vampire Diaries], Tami Farrell [Miss California], Joanna Krumpa [Dancing with the Stars], Alimi Ballard [Numb3rs], Kevin Dillon [Entourage], Patrick Warburton, Ernie Hudson, Judd Nelson, Cris Judd and many others.  7:00 media check in;  8:00 red carpet.  The Marrakesh House, home of filmmaker Chris Paine, address disclosed upon RSVP.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
*     7:30 p.m. - 2009 Fourth Annual Bench Warmer Trading Cards Holiday Gala and Toy Drive for Toys For Tots.  Many celebrities expected.   7:30 press check in;  8:00 red carpet.  Empire, 1716 Cahuenga Blvd., Hollywood.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
*     8:00 p.m. - "Colors of the Wind" concert tribute to Alan Menken and fundraiser for Camp Bravo.  Performers include Broadway vets Vicki Lewis, Camille Saviola, Jason Graae,  Linda Kerns and others. Gindi Theatre, American Jewish University, 15600 Mulholland Drive, Bel Air.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
*     8:00 p.m. - Girls and Corpses Magazine presents “The 15 Days of Corpsemas” hosted by Corpsy himself, Robert Steven Rhine, Publisher/Deaditor-In-Chief of GIRLS AND CORPSES Magazine.  With 20 of the top horror artists in the world: Kevin Klemm, Suzzan Blac, Jeff Gaither, Jim Smith, Hollie Stevens, D.W. Frydendall, Amer Shihab, Christopher Ulrich, Frank Forte,  Lou Rosconi, Mike Sosnowski, Dick Starr, Erick De La Vega, Big Tasty, James Spinner, Brian Johnson, Ted Von Heiland, Mike Hampton, Lyndal Ferguson, Doug MacDonald, Mike Stonerod and more to be announced.  Also, Count Smokula will be on hand playing sexy holiday tunes on his organ… er accordian.  And get your photo taken on Santa Corpse’s lap.  Hyaena Gallery, 1928 West Olive, Burbank.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555. <sample@sample.com>
 
*     8:00 p.m. - “Charles Phoenix’s Retro Holiday Slide Show,” live comedy performance and celebration of mid-century holiday fun.  In Color!  Tonight at the Neighborhood Church of Pasadena, 2 Westmoreland Place, Pasadena;  also 12/12 at the National Hot Rod Museum in the Fairplex and 12/20 at the Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
*     8:00 p.m. - Play opening;  The Warrior Theatre presents THE DEAD EYE BOY, a play about a dysfunctional family and past abuse and neglect;  a dark subject but some humor added by playwright Angus MacLachlan [Junebug].  The Pico Playhouse, 10508 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 

STORY OPPORTUNITIES
 
Toi Troutman, from the famed Troutman Family [of The Zapp Band, Roger and Zapp], whose special aired on TV1 this past week, is available for further discussion, features, photos and possible stories.  For interviews with Toi or the surviving Troutman brothers and information, contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
FYI - HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
 
Friday, 12/11 - First Night of Hanukkah
Thursday, 12/24 - Christmas Eve, no calendar
Friday, 12/25 - Christmas Day, no calendar
Thursday, 12/31 - New Year’s Eve, no calendar
Friday, New Year’s Day, no calendar
 

FOR FUTURE PLANNING
 
12/3 - Film premiere;  THE YOUNG VICTORIA.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
12/7 - Film premiere: YESTERDAY WAS A LIE, a sexy, sci-fi noir in classic black & white by writer/director James Kerwin.  Contact:  <sample@sample.com>
 
12/8 - Film premiere; CRAZY HEART.  Contact: Press, John Smith <sample@sample.com>; Photographers, John Smith <sample@sample.com>
 
12/9 - ADL 2002 America's Democratic Legacy Award honoring Steven Spielberg.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
12/9 - Film premiere;  Two Strike Hitter presents BOULEVARD ZEN.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
12/10 - Debbie Allen Dance Academy Presents OMAN…O Man! musical production and opening gala.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555

12/10 - UNICEF Snowflake Ball.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
12/17 - Announcement of Screen Actors Guild Awards Nominations.  Contact: John Smith (555) 555-5555
 
12/20 - International Press Academy’s 14th Annual Satellite Awards.  Contact: IPA - John Smith (555) 555-5555
 

 
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