"Feel Good" Interview Series: Actor Tyler Harlow of Marry Me in Yosemite on Hallmark Channel - Ten Things and More to Know About Him

By Markos Papadatos

Senior Writer and Powerjournalist

Actor Tyler Harlow stars in Marry Me in Yosemite on the Hallmark channel opposite veteran actress Cindy Busby. This marked his first-ever career Hallmark film. "It was wonderful," he said, especially for him to be afforded the privilege to shoot at Yosemite National Park. He subsequently described it as a "wonder of the world." He hopes this movie gives viewers a deeper affinity for nature and the wilderness. "I enjoyed it my experience working with Cindy on this film," he said.

What He Watches

Katonah Classic Stage (New York) Presents Noel Coward's Romantic Comedy Private Lives this October, Christa Scott-Reed To Direct Ensemble of Trent Dawson, Lia Dimarchi, Dawn Vanessa Brown, More

Katonah Classic Stage (KCS) will present Noel Coward’s romantic comedy, Private Lives, October 13-23, 2022 at the newly renovated Bedford Hills (New York) Community House 74 Main Street, Bedford Hills, NY. For tickets visit: www.katonahclassicstage.com/privatelives  

After last year’s successful run of their inaugural production, Oleanna, an intense but exhilarating drama with #MeToo undertones, KCS, the only professional theater company in Westchester County (north of NYC) is taking a decidedly more lighthearted approach this year. Instead, passion, laughter, romance, and love set the stage for a far more comedic battle of the sexes.   

            

See Kelly Ripa on Tour for her New Book Entitled Live Wire: Events in NJ, NY, Michigan, Illinois, Kentucky Announced

 

Whether you know the multi-talented Kelly Ripa from All My Children, Hope and Faith, Live with Kelly or from her many other accomplishments  you surely recognize that she's done an awful lot, seen a lot and met a ton of interesting people. Her new book her first book entitled Live Wire, Long-Winded Short Stories pretty much sums it up. 

According to Harper Collins, the book's publisher, "Kelly shows what really makes her tick. As a professional, as a wife, as a daughter and as a mother, she brings a hard-earned wisdom and an eye for the absurdity of life to every minute of the day. It is her relatability in all of these roles that has earned her fans worldwide and millions of followers on social media. Whether recounting how she and Mark really met, the level of chauvinism she experienced on she, how Jersey Pride follows  her wherever she goes and many, many moments of utter mortification (whence she proves that you cannot, in fact, die of embarrassment,) Kelly always tells it like it is. Ms. Ripa takes no prisoners."

CASTING CALL: Extras Sought for an Episode of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel - Filming September 2023 in New York City

Are you a fan of the award-winning series The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel? How would you like to take a step back in time and become part of the wonderful world of Maisel? Can you get to New York City? Backstage.com - a great place to find "extras" work - is seeking extras for an episode. They are seeking women, 18-mid 30s to portray upscale society women and uptown girls in a 1960s Bryn Mawr college reunion scene with Midge.

You must be at least 18 years of age to work. There is also a Vaccination Policy which must be followed. This is a paid position on September 21-22nd, 2023 in New York City.

According to the Listing:

NBC New York News Anchor Jen Maxfield Hosts Day of Giving, "9-11 Weekend Snack Pack Event" for Center For Food Action in NJ

NBC NY News Anchor and Author Jen Maxfield is hosting and event with the Center for Food Action in Northern NJ to help raise funds and gather support for those in need. The event is part of the CFA's 9-11 Day of Service event. Details are below. Even if you can't make the event, there are ways to help online. Since 1976, the Center for Food Action in NJ has been providing food, housing, utility and heatig assistance, counseling and advocacy services to low income individuals and families. Visit: https://www.cfanj.org/

For an interview with Jen Maxfield on The LIBBY Show click HERE.

Feel Good Interview Series: Get to Know Actor Jesse Hutch of Christmas in Toyland and Love, Bubbles & Chrystal Cove

By Markos Papadatos

Senior Writer and Powerjournalist

Photo Left Credit: Courtesy Vortex Pix

The talented actor Jesse Hutch recently starred in Christmas in Toyland on the Hallmark channel opposite veteran actress Vanessa Lengies. He also stars in Love, Bubbles & Crystal Cove alongside Stephanie Bennett, which aired on  September 4^th on UPtv.  He is a veteran actor in TV movies for the popular cable stations in such favorites as For The Love of Chocolate, Inn Love by Christmas, Chateau Christmas, Love on the Road and more. He recently completed the movies Dream Wedding and The Love Club: Sydney's Story. You might also recognize this versatile actor from his roles in Batwoman, The Series.

Feel Good Interview Series: Meet TV Film Actor Franco Lo Presti - He Talks Soccer, His Favorite Films and More

By Markos Papadatos

Senior Writer and Powerjournalist

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Brain Poweer Studio Rights Inc.

Franco Lo Presti is the star of the new Hallmark original film "14 Love Letters," which recently premiered on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries. In addition to Lo Presti, the film stars Vanessa Sears and Madeleine Claude, and it follows the story of a young woman who finds herself in the possession of some romantic love letters. 

In August 2022 Franco Lo Presti can be found in  "The Story of Love" on UPtv opposite such actors as Brittany Bristow and Neil Crone. With over 27 acting credits, Franco is someone you've probably seen in many of your favorite shows and movies.

Feel Good Interview Series - Actor Julian Haig of New Rom Com Love in Bloom on Great American Family - Get to Know Him

By Markos Papadatos

Senior Writer and Powerjournalist

Australian actor Julian Haig is the star of the new romantic comedy Love In Bloom, which premiered on Great American Family in August 2022. Directed by by Rogue Robin, Julian  stars opposite Susie Abromeit.

What Julian Watches

His favorite series to binge-watch is Obi-Wan Kenobi, especially since he is a massive Star Wars nerd. "I mostly watch movies, to be honest," he said.

Axial Theater Presents Cactus Flowers- Free Play Reading August 28th with Cady McClain and Brad Forenza - Virtual Event with Four New Plays

Join Emmy-winning actress Cady McClain, Artistic Director for NY's Axial Theater with Brad Forenza for a reading of four short plays on Sunday, August 28th from 3-5pm. The reading is part of Cactus Flowers, which presents the best of new playwrights. The event is free but donations always welcome. 

RSVP HERE.

Days Of Our Lives' Cady McClain Talks about Her Life, Her New Roles and Her Past Roles in an Interview on The LIBBY Show: Lunch with The Ladies

 

By Bella Gusmano

On this episode of The LIBBY Show: Lunch with the Ladies, the ladies talk soap operas and so much more with three-time Daytime Emmy winner Cady McClain.

Cady is an icon in the world of daytime, known for her roles as Dixie in All My Children, Rosanna on As the World Turns, Kelly on The Young and the Restless, and Jennifer on Days of Our Lives.

On top of these impressive roles, Cady is now working as a director, using her experience, skill, and passion to pave the way for females striving to reach similar goals. 

Star of Daytime's Young and the Restless Christel Khalil Stars Alongside James Maslow as a Video Game Influencer In RomCom We Need To Talk - Now Available on Free Streaming Platforms

Daytime Star Christel Kahlil (Lily, Young and the Restless) stars alongside James Maslow (Nickelodeon's Big Time Rush, Lionsgate's My Boyfriends' Meds) in the new rom com movie We Need to Talk. The movie is about Great Scott, a video-game influencer who speaks to millions of his online fans every day but has problems talking to people in his real life including his girlfriend Aly, played by Christel. Soap fans will love seeing Christel in this part as a very cool girlfriend.

Great Scott remains blissfully unaware that he has a problem until one morning, as she’s walking out the door, his girlfriend Aly (Christel Khalil) tells him, “We need to talk.” Aly’s comment sends him into a day-long tailspin. 

Feel- Good Interview Series: Get to Know Ashley Williams: Her Movies, How She Spends Her Time, Her Words of Wisdom and Her Initiative to Help Females In Film

By Markos Papadatos

Senior Writer and Powerjournalist

Photo Credit Left: Zack Dougan, Crown Media

Ashley Williams is one of Hollywood's most versatile actresses and directors. Many people know her from the many holiday and other movies she has done for the Hallmark Channel, such as Jingle Bell Run, Holiday Hearts, "Two Tickets to Paradise," "Christmas In Evergreen," "Sister Swap and other favorites . But her resume has so much so much more from comedies to dramas in film, television, and theatre. You may know her from and in the TV Land series "The Jim Gaffigan Show," where she played Jim's TV wife, Jeannie Gaffigan, who was grounding yet zany or "How I Met Your Mother."

Ashley's Words of Wisdom

"Feel Good" Interview Series: Get to Know Carlos and Alexa PenaVega - 25 Things to Know about This Super Couple

By Markos Papadatos

Senior Writer ad "PowerJournalist"

Photo Left Courtesy Fred Haynes, Crown Media

Carlos and Alexa PenaVega star in the new Hallmark movie "Love in the Limelight." Carlos is best known as a band member of Big Time Rush, and starring in the hit Nickelodeon series of the same name. Alexa is known from "Spy Kids" fame. 

They praised Hallmark for always giving they a great deal of creative control, and six of Carlos' songs will appear in the new film "Love in the Limelight," which will premiere on August 6. Ron Oliver directed "Love in the Limelight" from a script by Willie Aames, Winnie Hung, and Rich Tabach. 

What They Watch

As The World Turns Reunion for Katonah Classic Stage Fundraiser Online Event: See Trent Dawson, Colleen Zenk, Michael Park, Paul Ryan, Elizabeth Hubbard, Van Hansis, Jennifer Ferrin and More 8/6/2022

Katonah Classic Stage in Katonah New York has several events coming up. The theater company was founded by Trent Dawson, a stage actor best known for his roles on As the World Turns and General Hospital.

Streaming Event:

Join Trent Dawson and his friends on a As The World Turns Reunion Online Event to support the arts! Slated to appear are Colleen Zenk, Elizabeth Hubbard, Michael Park, Ellen Marie Dolan, Mike Kasnoff, Van Hansis, Jennifer Ferrin, Paul Ryan and more on a zoom call. It's a fundraiser for the theater company and lots of fun for any fan! Ask questions, reminisce and get the inside scoop on what they have been doing. Sign up by midnight 12 pm EST. For more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/444705780660836/?active_tab=discussion

"Feel Good" Interview Series - Get To Know Some of Your Favorite Actors from TV Movies and Shows - New Interviews Each Week

What's a better summer fun read than reading about some of your favorite actors from your favorite movies and shows? Okay, so we might lean towards those talented actors on some cable movies, but isn't it fun to get to know something about their new projects and things they like to do off camera?

Our Senior Writer and "Powerjournalist" Markos Papadatos has been busy interviewing these stars to bring you a new interview every week.

Visit our site every week to see who's next!

"Feel Good" Interview Series:

Tony-Award Winning Actress, Director, Writer Tonya Pinkins to Hold Special Screening of Her Movie Red Pill in Winston-Salem South Carolina

 

Tony Award winner, Tonya Pinkins debut feature film RED PILL is having a one night only screening at The Aperture Cinema on August 3, 2022 in Winston Salem, North Carolina.  aperturecinema.com. Tonya will be in attendance for the screening.  Tickets are $15 for the 10:00pm screening.

The multi-talented Tonya Pinkins is in Winston-Salem as a celebrity guest for the bi-annual National Black Theater Festival ncblackrep.org. RED PILL has won over 20 international awards including The Reel Sisters of The Diaspora, Micheaux, Hamilton Black,  Anatomy of Horror, Charleston Black film Festival, Mykonos  and many others.

"Feel Good" Interview Series: Get to Know Actor Benjamin Hollingsworth of Hallmark's A Splash of Love Movie, Virgin River

By Markos Papadatos

Senior Writer and Powerjournalist

The talented Canadian actor Benjamin Hollingsworth is starring in the upcoming movie "A Splash of Love," which premieres on the Hallmark Channel on July 30. He is also known for his roles on "Code Black" and "Virgin River." For Hollingsworth, it was a "fun experience to do "A Splash of Love" due to his love for orca whales. He also revealed that the latest fourth season of "Virgin River" premiered on July 20 on Netflix.

What Hollingsworth Watches

Hollingsworth listed "Ozark," "Arrested Development" and "Severance" as three of his favorite series to binge-watch.

Summer "Feel Good" Interview Series: Get To Know Matt Cornett of Disney's High School Musical: The Musical: The Series and Zombies 3

By Markos Papadatos

Senior Writer and Powerjournalist

Get to know actor/singer Matt Cornett! Matt Cornett is the star of "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series," which kicks off its third season on Friday, July 29. He is known for starring as EJ Cashwell in "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series" and "Zombies 3." 

His Inspiration, Dream Acting Partners and Shows to Binge

Every day, he is inspired by his family and his faith.

His dream female acting partners include Oscar nominee Margot Robbie("I, Tonya") and Daisy Ridley ("Star Wars" sequel trilogy).

That's4Entertainment Holds August 2022 ChristmasCon in Pasadena, CA, Also Scheduled is Christmas Con in NJ December 9-11th 2022: Meet Your Favorites Stars from Christmas Movies

by Suzee

 If you've been watching Christmas in July then Christmas Con in August will be the bow on the present! The ladies of Thats4Entertainment have done it again, putting together a fantastic ChristmasCon in Pasadena California the first week of August, 2022. The convention runs August 5th, 6th and 7th at the Pasadena Convention Center in Pasadena, California. 

Tickets can be purchased at https://www.thats4entertainment.com/

Summer Feel Good Interview Series: Get to Know Actor Marcus Rosner, Starring in Hallmark's New Movie Romance to the Rescue

By Markos Papadatos

Senior Writer and "PowerJournalist"

Canadian Actor Marcus Rosner is known for starring in such Hallmark films as "Romance to the Rescue," "Love Stories in the Sunflower Valley," "A Vineyard Romance," and "Love on Harbor Island," among many others. He also appeared in the Lifetime movie "Killer in the Guest House" and he starred in "My Fake Boyfriend" on Amazon Prime. 

In "My Fake Boyfriend," Rosner acknowledged that his character was over-the-top crazy. He had a great deal of fun playing Nico and enjoyed the challenge that it presented him.

NBC New York News Reporter and Anchor Jen Maxfield Interview: She Talks about her New Book, "More After the Break - A Reporter Returns to Ten Unforgettable News Stories" and Share What It's Like to Be A Reporter in a World of Breaking News

By Suzanne Ordas Curry

If you live anywhere in the New York City area you’re bound to recognize the face and voice of the multi- talented reporter and news anchor Jen Maxfield.

Having started her career in upstate New York Jen Maxfield is now a fixture in New York City Television. She’s a news reporter that’s covered everything from Sandy to Katrina to covid to the "Miracle on the Hudson" and so much more. You can find her now as an anchor currently on NBC News New York. 

Jen has covered thousands of stories in her life. One may wonder how a reporter can emotionally handle all the rollercoasters or stories or if they can just walk away from them. What Maxfield does in this book is show how human reporters are, that though they may walk away from stories many stories linger with them. 

Summer Feel Good Interview Series: Get to Know Actor Matt Hamilton Who Stars in Hallmark Channel's New Christmas in July Movie "Campfire Christmas"

By Markos Papadatos
Senior Writer and Powerjournalist

Left Photo Credit: Charles Zuckerman

Matt Hamilton is a fixture in romance and Christmas movies. And now he's starring in  the upcoming new original Hallmark film Campfire Christmas, which comes out on Saturday, July 16. It is a part of the network's annual "Christmas in July" programming. 

Matt states, "It's an ensemble piece and it's fun," he admitted. "I think it's really funny, it's one of the funnier films I have been in."

He went on to praise his five co-stars Tori Anderson, Corbin Bleu, Jeffrey Bowyer-Chapman, Caitlin Stryker, and Alec Santos for all being fantastic.

Females in Entertainment: Focus on Actress Alysia Reiner - From Orange is the New Black to Shining Vale and Now a Part of the Marvel Universe

 

By Suzanne Ordas Curry

You might recognize her as Warden Fig from the award-winning Orange is the New Black series, but Alysia Reiner has been a busy actor since then. She's had roles on HBO's The Deuce  and Pamela Adlon's  Better Things, among others. She's also starred opposite Greg Kinnear in the thriller Shining Vale series with Courtney Cox.  

Now she's entered a new universe -  the Marvel-verse with a role on Ms. Marvel on Disney Plus. She plays Agent Sadie Deever and as of this writing, we still don't know what her motives are.

Why do we love Ms. Marvel? It's diverse and features women, women of all ages. And it's got a female director. Sharing some of the directing credits on Ms. Marvel is Meera Menon, who directed Alysia in her award-winning feature called Equity.

Interview: Actress Iliana Guibert Talks about Her TV Shows, Anna in the Tropics and Being a Talk Show Co-Host

Interview by Ashton Samson

Actor Iliana Guibert did a mid-life career pivot from successful furniture executive to successful actor, and now she can be seen in several TV shows, is starring in a summer production of Anna in the Tropics by Nilo Cruz in the Hamptons and is also co-host of a new online talk show for women. Ashton Samson sat down to talk to Iliana about how she got where she was, and  just how much she is enjoying this new chapter in life.

City On a Hill and White House Plumbers

Mr. Samson: What kind of roles have you taken on most recently?

Summer Feel Good Interview Series: Get to Know Actor Kevin McGarry: Now Starring in Hallmark Channel's New Christmas In July Movie "My Grown Up Christmas List"

By Markos Papadatos

Senior Writer and "Powerjournalist"

Photo Left Credit: Albert Camicioli, Crown Media

Acclaimed McGarry is known for starring as Nathan Grant in Hallmark Channel’s hit primetime original series, When Calls the Heart and in CBC’s Heartland as Mitch Cutty.  You may have also seen him in many other popular TV shows.

Most recently, McGarry starred in the original Hallmark Channel films The Wedding Veil and Feeling Butterflies. He has previously starred in the network’s Christmas Scavenger Hunt, Love on the Books, Winter Castle, and Love at First Bark.

In the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries department, McGarry was in originals Signed, Sealed, Delivered: From Paris with Love and A Song for Christmas. On the big screen, he appeared in Saw 7.

Feel Good Interview Series: Get to Know Actor Tyler Hynes from Hallmark Movies & TV - His Work, His Fave Shows, How He Relaxes, Fave Foods & More

By Markos Papadatos, 

Senior Writer and "Powerjournalist"

You may recognize the prolific and talented actor Tyler Hynes from the slew of Hallmark movies that he has done, for which he has gained quite a fandom. You can see him in the new Hallmark movie "Three Wiser Men and a Baby" and "Holiday Touchdown: A Chief's Love Story". He is known for his work in many Hallmark films as "Falling For You," "It's Christmas, Eve," "Flip That Romance," "The Mistletoe Secret," "Winter in Vail," "It Was Always You," "Sweet Carolina," "Roadhouse Romance," "An Unexpected Christmas," and "Always Amore," among others. But, this Canadian actor has also been in multiple TV series including "Letter Kenny", "Star Trek Discovery" and "UnReal." And he's talented behind the camera as well, writing and directing his own content.

He revealed that his favorite movie is "Phantom Thread." "I actually watched 'Phantom Thread' while I was at RomaDrama in West Palm Beach, Florida. It is one of two movies that soothes me and it really makes me feel good artistically," he said. "It's an incredible film by Paul Thomas Anderson. The two actresses, Lesley Manville and Vicky Krieps, are unbelievable in this movie too." 

Behind the Scenes: Mr. Malcom's List Starring Frieda Pinto, Sope Dirisu, Zawe Ashton, Theo James Premieres in New York City: Photos

 

Mr. Malcom's List held its New York City premiere on a beautiful warm night in the heart of New York City at the DGA on 57th Street. The place was abuzz with an active Red Carpet, filled with media, stars of the film and other actors coming to support this independent film. It was exhilarating to see things up and running again in the Big Apple. 

Covid cards were checked at the door, and inside people were buzzing around, talking about the movie the biz and just happy to be out. After the Red Carpet  the movie started with a few words first from the director Emma Holly Jones.  Mr. Malcom's List in in theaters nationwide beginning July 1, 2022. 

Queen of Rock and Future Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Pat Benatar and Husband Nick Giraldo Give Paramount Performance in New York Concert: Review and What They Played

 

By Markos Papadatos, Powerjournalist

Photo Left Courtesy Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

The "Queen of Rock" Pat Benatar and her gifted musical husband Neil Giraldo headlined The Paramount in Huntington on June 30th for an excellent turnout of fans. 

Throughout their respected career in the music business, the rock couple has garnered two multi-platinum, five platinum and three gold studio albums, as well as 19 Top 40 hit singles. Their love affair has endured over 35 years, and they continue to tour and sell out shows all over the country.

Libby Jade Announces New Music and Summer Concert Dates: Also Find Her Music in New Movie "We Need To Talk" with James Maslow

Artist Libby Jade announces the release of her third single, "Pausing Clocks" which recently debuted on most streaming services. "Pausing Clocks" is her third release and is an acoustic indie pop song about making peace with the present. The song will have an official lyric video and acoustic video waterfall releasing each week after the initial track release date. You can find the music here on Spotify and Apple. 

Libby Jade's other songs are "Geometry" and "Homebody" Rounding out the band with her are Shane Curry, Chris Popp and Gregory Thomas Pease. Libby Jade has currently been performing in NJ, Brooklyn and New York City (Sofar Sounds). 

Summer Dates Announced: July 22nd Sofar Concert in Brooklyn. See Sofar website or contact Libby.wav on Instagram. August 6th - House of Independence, Asbury Park, NJ.

Review of Gilligan's Better Call Saul Season 6A: Masterful, Suspenseful and the Unexpected with Outstanding Performances by Patrick Fabian and Rhea Seehorn

By Ashton Samson

Every once in a while, something monumental springs into existence that unintentionally emphasizes the need for our society to do things in a less brisk and more leisurely manner. The Covid-19 Pandemic, for all the grief and sorrow it caused on a global scale, taught me that spending time with one’s family as a homebody can be more fulfilling and important than rushing from one stress-inducing place to the next in a cyclical and harried manner. 

If you understandably would rather not learn this important lesson from a pandemic, look no further than the less deadly and more comforting world of television. Better Call Saul Season 6A is classic Vince Gilligan, a carefully constructed and gradual explosion into television mastery that emphasizes how a slow accumulation of details and plot can lead to a fulfilling denouement. Take things slow, in reality and in scriptwriting!