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Talks at impasse between Canadian actors, producers: ACTRA, the union representing Canadian performers in film and TV, has broken off talks with producers over issues of pay cuts and overtime rates. more »

Mark McKinney, Corner Gas winners at comedy awards: The TV series Corner Gas and former Kid In The Hall Mark McKinney were double winners at the 7th Annual Canadian Comedy Awards. more »
Character actor Arthur Hill dies: Veteran Canadian-born character actor Arthur Hill, a Tony Award winner and a frequent face on U.S. television from 1960 to 1990, has died at the age of 84. more »
Thorn Birds director Daryl Duke dies: Canadian Daryl Duke, who directed the blockbuster miniseries The Thorn Birds, has died from pulmonary fibrosis at his Vancouver home at age 77. more »
Route 66, Rin Tin Tin producer dies: Herbert B. Leonard, producer of the popular 1950s and 1960s TV series Rin Tin Tin and Route 66, has died at age 84. more »
NBC nixes Madonna's contentious cross scene: U.S. network NBC has backed away from a controversial segment of Madonna's upcoming concert special, announcing on Thursday that it would not broadcast the infamous crucifixion scene. more »
TV Guide Canada to become web-only publication: After 30 years on supermarket magazine racks, TV Guide Canada is ending its print edition and will become a web publication. more »
At the Hotel, Slings and Arrows take Geminis for drama: Actors, sound editors, directors and writers were among those in the spotlight Wednesday as Gemini Awards honouring the best in Canadian television were handed out for drama, variety and comedy. more »
Drabinsky announces reality TV show to air on CBC: Former theatre impresario Garth Drabinsky is returning the entertainment to the world of singing, dancing and acting with a new reality television series on CBC. more »
Bullard moves to satellite, Stern to internet: Canadian comedian Mike Bullard has signed a one-year contract to host a weekday morning talk show on XM satellite radio. more »
The Hour, Stroumboulopoulos among Gemini winners: CBC-TV's The Hour and its host, George Stroumboulopoulos, were big winners Tuesday night as the Gemini Awards for lifestyle, children's and youth categories were handed out. more »
CBC-TV picks up most of industry Gemini Awards: The CBC has picked up the lion's share of industry prizes at the Gemini Awards honouring the best in homegrown television — but wasn't facing any organized competition this year from its biggest traditional rival, CTV News. more »

Music »

Hendrix estate threatens lawsuit over song auction: The estate of Jimi Hendrix has announced plans to contest a $15-million US sale of the guitar legend's hit songs.
Berlin opera agrees to stage controversial Mozart production: The Deutsche Oper Berlin said Friday it plans to stage a Mozart production that was cancelled because of a scene featuring the severed heads of religious figures, including Muhammed.
CDs are dead: recording company CEO: A top recording industry executive on Friday said the music CD is dead and that recording labels must become more innovative if they hope to sell the discs in the future.

Film »

U.S. networks reject ads for Dixie Chicks doc: The company distributing the documentary Shut Up & Sing, about the Dixie Chicks' controversial remark against the U.S. president and his invasion of Iraq, says NBC and CW have rejected ads promoting the film.
Talks at impasse between Canadian actors, producers: ACTRA, the union representing Canadian performers in film and TV, has broken off talks with producers over issues of pay cuts and overtime rates.
Mark McKinney, Corner Gas winners at comedy awards: The TV series Corner Gas and former Kid In The Hall Mark McKinney were double winners at the 7th Annual Canadian Comedy Awards.

Books »

Chinese author among winners of $40,000 US emerging writer prize: Chinese writer Yiyun Li is among the latest winners of the Whiting Writers' Awards, a $40,000 US annual honour that recognizes emerging writing talent.
Dutch libraries launch national book club with free copies of novel: Libraries in the Netherlands are giving away 575,000 copies of the novel Dubbelspel in a campaign to create a giant book club.
Almodovar, Auster top Spain's arts awards: Spanish director Pedro Almodovar and American writer Paul Auster both received Spain's prestigious Prince of Asturias Award for outstanding achievement in their chosen fields.

Media »

Danish court dismisses Muhammad cartoon lawsuit: A court in Denmark has dismissed a lawsuit against the Danish newspaper that first published the infamous Prophet Muhammad cartoons that sparked a firestorm of protest around the world.
Oprah lauds Madonna for 'brave' adoption of Malawian boy: Oprah Winfrey called Madonna's controversial decision to adopt a 13-month-old boy from Malawi 'brave' during a taped interview with the singer that aired Wednesday.
Grunge king Cobain usurps top-earning dead celeb crown: A new king of rock has knocked Elvis Presley off his throne atop Forbes magazine's annual list of the top-earning dead celebrities.

Art & Design »

Victoria and Albert ponders leasing of paintings: The Victoria and Albert Museum in London, England, is considering a plan to lease some of its 2,000 oil paintings to raise money for acquisitions.
Restoration touches up Pompeii's erotic past: Tourists in Pompeii, the ancient city covered in volcanic dust in AD 79, are lining up for a glimpse of the city's erotic past.
University to build new home for famed Black Star photo collection: Ryerson University, home to Canada's largest photography school, announced plans Thursday to build a new gallery and research facility to house its world-renowned Black Star photo collection.

Theatre »

Opera tells tales of Vancouver's Downtown Eastside: An unusual opera highlighting the plight of the homeless opens Friday in Vancouver's poorest neighbourhood.
Berlin opera agrees to stage controversial Mozart production: The Deutsche Oper Berlin said Friday it plans to stage a Mozart production that was cancelled because of a scene featuring the severed heads of religious figures, including Muhammed.
Character actor Arthur Hill dies: Veteran Canadian-born character actor Arthur Hill, a Tony Award winner and a frequent face on U.S. television from 1960 to 1990, has died at the age of 84.

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