Watch Comedy Central and win a Wii or maybe an xB
It’s Thanxgiveaway Wiikend on Comedy Central.
Not only can viewers chow down on laugh-out-loud programming such as “A Colbert Christmas” (10:30 p.m. Thursday) and “Roast of Bob Saget” (10:30 p.m. Friday), but everyone watching will also have a chance to win a Wii.
A total of 48 chances, to be exact. Well, make that 49. Or rather 50. Here’s the deal.
Thursday (Thanksgiving Day) through through Sunday (Nov. 30), Comedy Central will broadcast a different code approximately every hour that will give viewers a chance to win 48 prize packages and a shot at the grand prize. Simply go to www.comedycentral.com/thanx to enter the codes to become eligible for all the prizes.
For a chance to win a bonus 49th prize pack, text ENTER to 44686.
Each prize pack contains a Nintendo Wii system, an extra Wii remote controller, an extra nunchuk controller, a copy of the Super Smash Bros. Brawl game and a Canon PowerShot camera. Pretty great stuff, huh?
But take a look at what the grand prize winner will get — the keys to a brand new, tricked-out Scion xB (yes, it has a Wii system built in), an additional Wii system for home use, the games Wii Fit, Wii Music, Super Smash Bros. Brawl, Mario Kart and Super Mario Galaxy, $5,000 in cash and a Canon PowerShot camera.
So spend Thanksgiving weekend with Comedy Central. The network will try to make it worth your while.
–Penny TV
Happy Birthday, Peter Facinelli
Nov. 26, 2008 — Peter Facinelli, who played Gregory Malina on the first season of “Damages” (returns for Season 2 Jan. 7 on FX) turns 35 today.
He played Donovan “Van” Ray on the Fox series “Fastlane” (2002-03).
His first TV role was as Shane Sutter on the NBC series “Law & Order” (1995 episode titled “Performance”). He was 22.
Best wishes to Peter and everybody who shares this special day with him.
–Penny TV
Pictured at right: — Fox Photo featuring Peter Facinelli in “Fastlane.”
Want to be in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade?
Broken Arrow native Kristin Chenoweth will be riding down Broadway atop a moving stage during the 82nd annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. So will Trace Adkins, David Archuleta, Miley Cyrus and many more celebrities, who will be joined by 10 marching bands, 13 giant balloons, 28 floats, more than 1,700 cheerleaders, dancers and singers and the one-and-only Santa Claus.
It’s too late to try out for this year’s event, which will air live beginning at 7 a.m. Thursday on CBS and at 8 a.m. on NBC. But organizers of the parade are currently accepting applications for the 2009 and 2010 parades.
Go to www.macys.com to download a performance group application for choirs, dance troupes, cheerleaders and more. Deadline for submissions is April 1.
Marching bands have already been selected for 2009, but application forms are available for the 2010 parade.
Chenoweth, who graduated from Oklahoma City University, won a Tony for Broadway’s You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” and earned an Emmy nomination for ABC’s “Pushing Daisies,” is also scheduled to perform during the “Christmas in Washington.” The holiday concert, which will air Dec. 17 on TNT, will again be hosted by Vinita-born Dr. Phil McGraw and his wife, Robin.
–Penny TV
Happy Birthday, Katie Cassidy
Nov. 25, 2008 — Katherine Evelyn Anita Cassidy, who will play Trish Wellington in the upcoming CBS series “Harper’s Island,” turns 22 today.
She played Ruby in six episodes of The CW series “Supernatural” (2007-08).
Her first TV role was as Young CD on the Lifetime series “The Division” (2003 episode titled “Oh Mother, Who Art Thou?”). She was 17.
Best wishes to Katie and everybody who shares this special day with her.
–Penny TV
Pictured at right: — Katie Cassidy arrive at the 20th Annual Kids’ Choice Awards in Los Angeles, on Saturday, March 31, 2007. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill).
Try out for “America’s Got Talent”
Season 4 of “America’s Got Talent” is set to begin next summer, and NBC’s search for the most talent people in America has begun.
To be considered as a contestant for the fourth season, follow these three steps:
1. Make a 2 to 3 minute videotape (VHS or DVD) of your act. All music performed must be a “cover version” of a popular, published song. Label the videotape with your name, act name, address and phone number.
2. Download and complete the forms at www.nbc.com/Americas_Got_Talent/casting/apply/AGT4_Website_Documents.pdf/. Producers will not view your videotape unless the forms are completed and signed.
3. Send videotape and forms to “America’s Got Talent” Season 4, 3727 W. Magnolia Blvd., #808, Burbank, CA 91505.
Give it a try. Your talent could be worth $1 million.
–Penny TV
Happy Birthday, Katherine Heigl
Nov. 24, 2008 — Katherine Marie Heigl, who plays Dr. Isobel “Izzie” Stevens on “Grey’s Anatomy” (8 p.m. Thursdays on ABC), turns 30 today.
She played Isabel Evans in The WB series “Roswell” (1999-2002).
Her first acting role was Kathryn in the 1992 movie “That Night.” She was 14.
Best wishes to Katherine and everybody who shares this special day with her.
–Penny TV
Pictured at right: ABC Photo featuring Katherine Heigl in “Grey’s Anatomy.”
TV Talk: Nov. 23-29
The Oklahoman’s TV Talk personalities Penny Soldan and Heather Warlick tape a weekly video for Newsok.tv that highlights upcoming TV programs worth watching.
They’re not fast talkers, but just in case you didn’t catch all the information for a show of interest, here is their script for the week of Nov. 23:
P: Hi, I’m Penny Soldan, this is Heather Warlick and this is TV Talk, The Oklahoman’s weekly countdown of the Top 10 programs worth watching — or at least setting the DVR or VCR for.
H: Thursday is Thanksgiving, and if you want tips on making a healthy version to the traditional Thanksgiving dinner, check out our No. 10 pick. It’s “The Biggest Loser” at 7 p.m. Tuesday on NBC and celebrity chef Rocco DiSpirito will help the contestants make just that.
P: Christmas is almost here, as well, and No. 9 on our list will help get everybody in the mood. It’s “A Colbert Christmas” at 9 p.m. Sunday on Comedy Central. Stephen Colbert hosts this holiday special featuring musical guests Feist, John Legend, Willie Nelson, Elvis Costello and Oklahoma’s own Toby Keith.
H: No. 8 features even more talented Oklahomans who are up for awards at the 2008 American Music Awards airing live at 7 p.m. Sunday on ABC. Reba McEntire and Carrie Underwood are both nominees for favorite country music female artist. Carrie is up against Garth Brooks and Rascal Flatts for favorite country music album and Rascal Flatts and Brooks & Dunn are both contenders for favorite country music band, duo or group.
P: All Oklahomans will have a chance to win if they watch our No. 7 pick. It’s “Rosie Live” at 8 p.m. Wednesday on NBC. This live variety special hosted by Rosie O’Donnell will include celebrity guests, musical acts, comedy skits and a giant giveaway for viewers at home.
H: No. 6 is another program suitable for viewing by the whole family. “Moonlight & Mistletoe” is a new Hallmark Channel movie premiering at 8 p.m. Saturday. It stars Tom Arnold from “Roseanne” and Candace Cameron Bure from “Full House.”
P: No. 5 are five guest stars making appearance on five primetime shows. See Lee Meriwether from “Batman” on “Wizards of Waverly Place” at 7:30 p.m. Sunday on Disney and Phylicia Rashad from “The Cosby Show” on “Psych” at 9 p.m. Friday on USA.
H: Wednesday’s guest star lineup includes Ryan O’Neal from “Paper Moon” on “Bones” at 7 p.m. on Fox, Jane Curtin from “Kate and Allie” on “Gary Unmarried” at 7:30 p.m. on CBS and Donna Mills from “Knots Landing” on “Dirty Sexy Money” at 9:01 p.m. on ABC.
P: No. 4 is The National Dog Show at 11 a.m. Thursday on NBC. John O’Hurley from “Family Feud” returns as host of the purebred canine competition that is expected to feature more than 2,000 of the nation’s leading dogs representing more than 150 breeds.
H: But before the dogs take center stage, watch the marching bands and helium baloons make their way down Broadway during the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. It’s our No. 3 pick, and coverage of the 82nd annual parade begins at 7 a.m. Thursday on CBS and at 8 a.m. on NBC.
P: No. 2 is “Dancing With the Stars” at 8 p.m. Tuesday on ABC. The winner of the seventh season is announced and all the eliminated celebrities are expected to return for one last spin across the floor.
H: And No. 1, if you don’t count Saturday’s college football game pitting the OU Sooners against the OSU Cowboys at 7 p.m. on ABC, is “24: Redemption.”
P: “24:Redemption,” which is featured on the cover of The Oklahoman’s TV Week, premieres at 7 p.m. Sunday on Fox. It is a two-hour prequel leading up to the Season 7 premiere of “24,” which will begin January 11.
H: In “24: Redemption,” counterterrorism agent Jack Bauer, played by Kiefer Sutherland, is in South Africa dealing with an international crisis as the United States prepares to inaugurate a new president, played by Cherry Jones.
P: That’s a wrap for this week. For even more TV choices, consult TV Week in Sunday’s Oklahoman or go online to newsok.com/tv. For TV Talk, I’m Penny, this is Heather, thanks for your time.
“Handy Manny” is a winner!
“Handy Manny” and is talking tools are friends to the many preschoolers. Disney Channel’s animated series is also a favorite of the Environmental Media Association.
During the 18th Annual Environmental Media Awards held Nov. 13 in Los Angeles, “Handy Manny” was honored with an Environmental Media Award for Best Children’s Live Action/Animated Television Program.
The episode that caught the Association’s attention was titled “Sculptor Manny/Manny Goes Solar” and featured storylines on recycling and solar energy. It was written by Sheila Dinsmore and Mike Rabb.
Wilmer Valderrama, best known as Fez on “That ’70s Show” but now the voice of Manny Garcia in “Handy Manny,” attended the ceremony.
“Handy Manny” (Disney Channel Photo at right) will continue its efforts to please preschoolers and the Environment Media Association with upcoming episodes showcasing important themes for families.
So set the DVR of VCR for 8 a.m. weekdays on the Disney Channel so as not to miss an episode. (Members of the Environmental Media Association should not miss the Dec. 3 episode that focuses on water conservation).
–Penny TV
Happy Birthday, Miley Ray Cyrus
Nov. 23, 2008 — Destiny Hope Cyrus, who plays Miley Stewart/Hannah Montana on “Hannah Montana” (6:30 p.m. weekdays on Disney Channel), turns 16 today.
She provided the voice of Mudka’s Meat Hut Waitress on two episodes of “The Emperor’s New School” (8 a.m. Saturdays on ABC).
Her first acting role was as Kylie in the Pax series “Doc” (2003 episode titled “Men in Tights”). She was 11.
Best wishes to Miley and everybody who shares this special day with her.
–Penny TV
Pictured at right: Disney Photo featuring Miley Cyrus in “Hannah Montana.”
Cast Your Vote for American Music Awards
It’s not too late to vote for your favorite breakthrough artist for the 2008 American Music Awards.
Although voting closed Nov. 7 for 19 categories, the polls are still open in the category that will determine the fans’ top favorite from a list of new artists. In fact, voting will even continue during the live telecast of the 35th annual American Music Awards, which begins at 7 p.m. Sunday (Nov. 23) on ABC.
So who’s it going to be? (A) Colbie Caillat, (B) Flo Rida, (C) Jonas Brothers, (D) Paramore or (E) The-Dream? Cast your vote by going to www.abc.com or by texting the letter of your favorite artist to “AMA” (262) from your T-Mobile phone.
And tune in Sunday to see who the public picked as the favorite female country artist (Carrie Underwood and Reba McEntire were nominees), favorite male country artist (Garth Brooks was in the running) and favorite country band, duo or group (Rascall Flatts and Brooks & Dunn were nominees), among other categories.
–Penny TV
