New York – HISTORY has green-lit production of a new four-hour scripted miniseries, HOUDINI, slated to start production this fall. Starring Adrien Brody (The Pianist) as the ace magician and Kristen Connolly (House of Cards, The Cabin in the Woods) as his wife Bess, the miniseries will trace the arc of Houdini’s life from desperate poverty to worldwide fame and will be co-produced for HISTORY by Lionsgate and A+E Studios.“It’s not magic that HISTORY has … [Read more...] about HISTORY greenlights production of “HOUDINI”
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“Pawn Stars” cast to make their first visit to Singapore
Singapore – The Pawn Stars are coming to Singapore August 24-27th, 2013. Singapore is the third stop in father and son duo Rick and Corey Harrison’s first trip to Asia. Other destinations include Tokyo, Manila, Kuala Lumpur and New Delhi. A consumer event will be held at Star Vista on 25 August, Sunday from 12pm, where fans can meet and interact with the Pawn Stars in person as they share more about the series and their passion for the pawning business. The Pawn Stars will … [Read more...] about “Pawn Stars” cast to make their first visit to Singapore
A+E Networks assumes full ownership of AETN All Asia Networks
New York, U.S./Singapore - A+E Networks has concluded a transaction with Astro Overseas Limited (AOL) to assume full ownership of AETN All Asia Networks, the Singapore-based company formed as a joint venture in 2007. AETN All Asia Networks will be rebranded as A+E Networks Asia. The announcement was made by Nancy Dubuc, President & CEO, A+E Networks. “The transition to full ownership of A+E Networks Asia is a first for our company and marks an important milestone,” said … [Read more...] about A+E Networks assumes full ownership of AETN All Asia Networks
A+E Networks announces five new appointments
New York, U.S - A+E Networks has announced four key promotions and one new position in its programming and original content groups, ramping up the programming division under new President & CEO, Nancy Dubuc. Robert DeBitetto has been appointed President, Brand Strategy, Business Development, A+E Studios. Also, three programming and development heads are promoted to Executive Vice President and General Manager: Dirk Hoogstra for History and H2; David McKillop for … [Read more...] about A+E Networks announces five new appointments
A+E Networks announces 2013/2014 upfront slate
Nancy Dubuc, President & CEO of A+E Networks, has announced the its 2013/2014 upfront slate on May 8 for three of its networks – A&E, HISTORY and Lifetime. The network has picked up a new unscripted reality series, Modern Dads – a new take on Stay at Home Dads, set to debut on A&E. The network has also announced that HISTORY’s The Bible and Vikings were the number one mini and new cable series respectively, with production of season two for Vikings already underway. … [Read more...] about A+E Networks announces 2013/2014 upfront slate
Abbe Raven and Nancy Dubuc appointed to new positions at A+E Networks
Nancy Dubuc (left) and Abbe Raven (right) New York – Nancy Dubuc has been appointed president and chief executive officer of A+E Networks, becoming the third CEO in the company’s nearly 30-year history. Dubuc will oversee the day-to-day operations of the company, with the brand groups and business divisions reporting to her. It was also announced that Abbe Raven will be elevated to the newly created position of chairman, A+E Networks. Raven will spearhead A+E Networks’ … [Read more...] about Abbe Raven and Nancy Dubuc appointed to new positions at A+E Networks
