Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music Critic The Academy of Country Music has announced some of the musicians, producers, engineers, venues and touring industry execs winners who will be celebrated at the 16th ACM Honors ceremony at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville on Aug. 23. The show serves as a music-industry-centric adjunct to the ACM Awards telecast that is globally webcast in the spring. The announcement of these winners precedes by a day the reveal of the big names that will receive special awards during the August program, along with forthcoming news of the show’s host and ticketing information. Jay Joyce, the producer for Lainey Wilson, Ashley McBryde and many other artists, was named producer of the year for a sixth time. Justin Niebank has an even longer-running streak — he’ll be awarded as audio engineer for a ninth time.
'The Blackening's Dewayne Perkins on Breaking Movie Tropes and Not 'Explaining' Blackness (Exclusive)
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classic horror film tropes, the longstanding joke that Black characters are often the first to die in horror films has become less of a gag and more of an expectation. In a similar vein to Jordan Peele's and Nia DaCosta's , is here to turn those genre tropes on their head.The horror-comedy follows a group of Black friends who reunite for a Juneteenth weekend getaway only to find themselves trapped in a remote cabin with a twisted killer.
Forced to play by his rules, the friends soon realize, «This ain't no motherf**king game.»Tim Story directs with a screenplay and screen story written by Tracy Oliver and Dewayne Perkins, the latter of whom created the original concept as a sketch while performing at an improv theater in Chicago. «When I initially wrote the sketch, I did not think about what it could be,» Perkins, who previously wrote for Brooklyn Nine-Nine, tells ET. «I kind of was just creating it for what it was needed for, and then, as it began to snowball into a much bigger thing, it reinforced in me that making your own stuff can really change your life in ways that you never know.»The sketch went from the Chicago stage to an even bigger stage in D.C., where Comedy Central executives were in the audience. As 3PEAT created a web series of sketches for the network, Perkins pitched «The Blackening,» which was the network's first pick.
The short quickly went viral. «When we filmed the sketch for Comedy Central, I thought that was like the win, like, 'Oh, this sketch that was on fun stage is now being filmed and put into the world where a lot more people can see it.' And I thought, 'Wow, this is something,'» Perkins recalls. «And then it went viral, and I said, 'Wow, this is something.' And then Tracy called and said,
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‘The Blackening’ Mastermind Dewayne Perkins on Tackling Horror Movie (and the Gay BFF) Tropes and Future Plans: ‘It’s Giving Franchise’
Angelique Jackson SPOILER ALERT:This interview contains spoilers from “The Blackening,” now playing in theaters. Dewayne Perkins is living his dream — though the $8 million box office tally for “The Blackening” wasn’t something he actually dreamed was possible. The microbudget (just $5 million) horror-comedy, co-written by and starring Perkins, follows a group of college friends who reunite to celebrate Juneteenth at a cabin in the woods, only to be hunted by a killer. But in a genre where the Black character usually dies first, what happens when all the characters are Black?
'The Bear' Season 2 Guide: Trailer, Plot, Release Date, New Cast and More
is ready for seconds. The award-winning and acclaimed FX comedy returns to Hulu with season 2 on June 22, promising new recipes for the same beloved kitchen. Created by Christopher Storer, tells the story of fine-dining chef Carmy Berzatto (Jeremy Allen White), who returns home to save his family's failing Chicago sandwich shop, The Original Beef, in the wake of his brother Michael's (Jon Bernthal) suicide.
‘Pepsi, Where’s My Jet?’ Director Andrew Renzi Signs Overall Deal With Boardwalk Pictures
EXCLUSIVE: Andrew Renzi, director of Netflix docuseries Pepsi, Where’s My Jet?, is reuniting with Boardwalk Pictures.
Beck and Phoenix share collaborative single ‘Odyssey’
Beck and Phoenix have released their new collaborative single ‘Odyssey’ – check it out below.The track, which is written, produced and performed by Beck and Phoenix, arrives ahead of the US musician and French indie band’s co-headline 2023 ‘Summer Odyssey’ tour across North America.“Somewhere / We’ll fall into the ocean / I’ll be there / On an odyssey in the sun…” they sing on the lively, summery track.Check out the song below.Beck and Phoenix will kick off a 19-city run on August 1 in Seattle, Washington, with stops in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Houston, Boston, New York and more before wrapping on September 10 in Columbia, Maryland.
Taylor Swift The Eras Tour tickets: how much fans should expect to pay
Taylor Swift fans were left delighted after the American singer-songwriter revealed she would be adding Scottish dates to her The Eras Tour.
‘Zoey 102’: Paramount+ Drops Trailer, Announces Premiere Date For ‘Zoey 101’ Spinoff Movie
Zoey Brooks is back and apparently, still trying to figure out life and love.
‘The Flash’ Speeds to Top of U.K. Box Office
Naman Ramachandran Warner Bros.’ superhero film “The Flash” debuted atop the U.K. and Ireland box office with £4.2 million ($5.4 million), according to numbers released by Comscore. In second place, in its third weekend, Sony’s “Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse” swung to £2.6 million for a total of £20.3 million. In third position in its fourth weekend, Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” earned £1.3 million and now has a splashy £22 million total. Paramount’s “Transformers: Rise Of The Beasts” collected £1.1 million in fourth place in its second weekend for a total of £4.99 million. Elysian’s “Greatest Days” debuted in fifth position with £536,955.
Kate Middleton Turned to An Unexpected Designer for Her Bright Green Trooping the Colour Suit
ceremony since ascension to the throne—and first since assuming her new title as Princess of Wales.Fitting, then, that she eschewed in favor of something a little more daring: a custom look by Singapore-born, Paris-based designer Andrew GN, paired with a hat. The shamrock-green hue is, of course, a nod to Kate’s role as colonel of the Irish guards—as is the Cartier brooch affixed to her lapel, which the Princess of Wales also wore on earlier this year.
Sundance Institute Announces Documentary Edit and Story Lab Fellows (EXCLUSIVE)
Charna Flam The Sundance Institute has selected four feature film projects and filmmakers for its 2023 Documentary Edit and Story Lab fellowship, which takes place from June 16-24 at the Sundance Resort. The fellows include “Blacked Out Dreams” (U.S.A.), “Concrete Land” (Jordan), “No Other Land” (Palestine, Norway) and “Remaining Native” (U.S.A,). The documentary program’s advisors are Laura Poitras (“All the Beauty and the Bloodshed”) and Bhawin Suchak (“Outta The Muck”). The Documentary Edit and Story Lab fellowship is designed to encourage experimentation and risk-taking, for the fellows to develop, interrogate and collaborate in post-production.
The Mermaid Haircut Is Equal Parts Sexy and Low-Maintenance
and ultra-layered looks like the mermaid haircut prove it. If you haven't yet heard of the half-human, half-fish inspired do, you've likely already seen it: Everyone from Gigi Hadid—and her —to Khloe Kardashian to Blake Lively is sporting the low-maintenance yet luxurious .“The mermaid haircut is a long layered hair cut done on long hair,” , a hairstylist at Chicago's at , tells Glamour.
NBA 2K Is the Most Popular Video Game in the U.S.
Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Step aside, Madden: NBA 2K is officially the most popular video game in the U.S., according to new research conducted by OHgamblers. The sports gaming experts analyzed Google searches and search terms related to the games, and found that NBA 2K has become the most-searched game in 31 states over the last 12 months.
We found shockingly cheap Seth Meyers tickets. How much are they?
Seth Meyers’ upcoming tour.The “Late Night With Seth Meyers” host and former ‘Saturday Night Live’ Weekend Update anchor is leaving his trademark desk behind and traveling all over North America performing stand-up live at venues from June through August.Of course, there will be a handful of NYC gigs along the way for the NYC-based performer.Over, the course of the summer run, Meyers will stop in at New York City’s City Winery on June 20, July 18 and July 24.He’ll also host the launch of the new book “Boom Chicago Presents the 30 Most Important Years in Dutch History” along with Amber Ruffin, Tarik Davis and more at Le Poisson Rouge on June 21.Finally, he’ll conclude his brief trek with back-to-back co-headlining shows with John Oliver at the Beacon Theatre on Thursday, Aug. 17 and Friday, Aug.
‘Lord of the Dance’ Star Michael Flatley Sets Drama Biopic In the Works With StoryFirst (EXCLUSIVE)
K.J. Yossman Michael Flatley, best known as the creator and star of Irish stage show “Lord of the Dance,” is set to be immortalized on screen with a biographical drama series about his life. Produced by StoryFirst and tentatively titled “Dancelord,” the series is billed as a “no holds barred biopic” which will chronicle the highs and lows of Flatley’s colorful life. It has been written by Micho Rutare (“Z Nation”) with casting set to begin imminently. Jessica Sherman (“Star Wars: The Force Awakens”) is on-board as casting director. “For every transcendent moment onstage, Flatley endures grueling hours of pain and the loneliness of the road,” reads the synopsis. “Taunted by the media and, at times, doubted by everyone but his fans, Flatley bounces back time and again, dancing from his heart well into middle age and transforming Irish dance forever.”
Tom Sandoval DESTROYED By Cast After Shaming Ariana Madix For Wearing A T-Shirt While Being Intimate -- But She Has THE BEST Reaction!!
Ariana Madix is truly making the most out of a bad situation… and making money from it, too! Get that bag, girl!
Tom Sandoval Shames Ariana Madix for Wearing a T-Shirt During Sex on 'Vanderpump Rules' Reunion
to double down and make sure of it.
Wayne Brady Set For Broadway’s ‘The Wiz’ In Title Role; Alan Mingo Jr. Plays Character On Most Tour Dates
Five-time Emmy winner and Grammy Award nominee Wayne Brady will play the title character in The Wiz revival when it lands on Broadway in spring 2024, producers announced today, with Doom Patrol’s Alan Mingo Jr. (Kinky Boots) taking the role during many of the production’s pre-Broadway tour dates.
Manchester United 'interested' in 19-year-old wonderkid and more transfer rumours
Manchester United are 'interested' in signing highly-rated Chicago Fire midfielder Brian Gutierrez ahead of this summer's transfer window officially opening for business next Wednesday.
Kate Middleton's dazzling diamond and pearl tiara is a huge problem, says expert
The Prince and Princess of Wales were surprise guests at the wedding of Jordan’s Crown Prince last week. But nobody knew the huge headache that part of Kate's outfit would cause.The couple also went to the evening reception held by Crown Prince Hussein and Princess Rajwa in Jordan, on 1 June.
Raye Talks Tour Life, the Making of ‘Flip a Switch’ Video and Sliding into SZA’s DMs
Thania Garcia These days, Raye is spending time in hotel rooms, tour busses and on stages more than anywhere else. “Nothing makes sense until I’m on the stage,” the British Ghanaian singer-songwriter tells Variety. “I really feel at home up there, I’m just very grateful for every little moment.” Today, Raye announces the addition of North American dates and Australian dates to her headlining “My 21st Century Blues World Tour,” which also spans stops in Europe and the UK in support of her recent album, “My 21st Century Blues.” Released in February, the LP marked Raye’s long-awaited and hard-earned debut after years of co-writing hits for various stars including Beyoncé, Ellie Goulding, Charli XCX, John Legend and Rita Ora. In her own album, Raye rejoices in artistic freedom as a standalone, independent artist — having left the confines of her former label and signed a new deal with the Orchard’s Human Re Sources.