'Got Talent' Only Boys Aloud teacher: 'Choir have beaten the bullies'

'Got Talent' Only Boys Aloud teacher: 'Choir have beaten the bullies'

The musical director of Britain's Got Talent choir Only Boys Aloud has claimed that his group got the last laugh over bullies who picked on them for being singers.

Tim Rhys-Evans conducted the Welsh 133-strong group during their audition, which was one of the most tweeted-about moments from Saturday's BGT launch.

Speaking about why he dedicated his time to working with the group, Rhys-Evans claimed that he was inspired to work with the boys because the group gave them opportunities that nobody else could give them.

"One of the things that is central to the ethos of Only Boys Aloud is to provide extraordinary experiences, trying to provide lifetime memories," he told Digital Spy.

"So guys from South Wales Valleys don't have to audition to be in Only Boys Aloud, they just have to be able to get to one of our nine rehearsal venues.

"Just because they come from a part of the world that gets a lot of bad press, it does have its problems of social and unemployment issues, but this group means that they can actually believe in themselves and shows how they can achieve something with their lives."

He added: "I think doing something like Britain's Got Talent is so that when they walk into school, they might have been picked on for singing in a choir, but I bet those people who picked on the boys... well, it's our boys who are laughing now."

Only Boy Aloud singer Corey Greenway, 15, said: "If we didn't have Only Boys Aloud, our lives would be pretty boring to a certain extent.

"We get amazing opportunities to perform in amazing places we never would have dreamed of before. I was literally forced into it by my teacher in school and I thought, 'Oh, I suppose, I'll give it a try', and from there on in I've loved every minute of it and I made the most effort to go to every single rehearsal I possibly can, and made a really big effort to learn all the music and get really good at it.

"It's really boosted my confidence as well."

Britain's Got Talent continues on Saturdays at 8pm on ITV1.

'Arrested Development' Fans Rally for Steve Holt's Return

'Arrested Development' Fans Rally for Steve Holt's Return

"Arrested Development" will be making its return. Whether the relatively minor character Steve Holt will also return is still up in the air. But the famously outspoken and passionate fans of the series are trying to ensure that the the illegitimate son of George Oscar Bluth Jr. and student-body president is brought back into the fold for the revival.

Also read: "Arrested Development" Will Return to Series TV, Mitch Hurwitz Says

According to the couch-potato activists of the Save Steve Holt movement, actor Justin Grant Wade -- who played Holt in 10 episodes of the series -- has not yet been invited to take part in the new incarnations of "Arrested Development." So they've launched a grass-roots movement to put Wade among his former castmates David Cross, Jason Bateman, Will Arnett, et al.

The method behind the campaign? According to a blog post on the movement, the plan is "to basically mention Steve Holt! as often as possible online until someone in power notices."

Also Read: "Arrested Development": 13 Things We Learned at the Bluth Family Reunion

So far, in addition to the web site SaveSteveHolt.com, fans have set up a blog, a Facebook page and a Twitter account in pursuit of their goal. (For those wishing to join the revolution, the Twitter hashtag is #savesteveholt.)

Naturally, there's also a T-shirt for sale to commemorate your moment of activism -- and no, it doesn't read, "I Tried to Revive Justin Grant Wade's Acting Career, and All I Got Was This Lousy T-Shirt."

As ramshackle as the campaign might seem, it is in keeping with the trajectory of the series, which was canceled by Fox in 2006 after three seasons but experienced a resurgence last year after years of fan anticipation, with Netflix picking up the series for a fourth season that will premiere next year, and plans for a feature-length version of the series reportedly underway.

'Don't Trust the B- in Apt 23,' 'Nurse Jackie,' 'The Big C' and 'The Borgias' Premieres Online

'Don't Trust the B- in Apt 23,' 'Nurse Jackie,' 'The Big C' and 'The Borgias' Premieres Online

Fox did it with "New Girl" and NBC did it with "Smash" and "Awake," and now ABC is trying to create a buzz for its upcoming sitcom "Don't Trust the B---- in Apt 23" by releasing the series' pilot episode on Hulu.

The pilot of the Krysten Ritter comedy -- which also features "Dawson's Creek" star James Van Der Beek as James Van Der Beek -- is posted at Hulu now, and premieres on ABC on April 11. On April 2, the new show's second episode will also post on Hulu.

Also read: 'Mad Men' Season 5 Predictions: Peggy Gets Knocked Up Again, Don's Possible Lovers

Showtime, meanwhile, which has posted the season premiere episodes of "Nurse Jackie," "The Big C" and "The Borgias."

The network has previously given fans the chance to watch season premieres of "Dexter" and "Weeds" online before their TV debut. The latest premieres are going online at SHO.com before the shows debut on TV on April 8.

The fourth season of "Nurse Jackie" finds the titular nurse/addict played by Edie Falco finally dealing with her drug issues just as a new hospital administrator (Bobby Cannavale) takes over. The third season of "The Big C" will reveal the fate of Cathy's (Laura Linney) husband Paul (Oliver Platt).

Ratings: 'The Voice' Grabs Top Demo Win; 'Alcatraz' Finale Down Slightly

Ratings: 'The Voice' Grabs Top Demo Win; 'Alcatraz' Finale Down Slightly

"The Voice" took top honors and propelled NBC to a ratings win on Monday night, while "Dancing With the Stars" was the most-watched network of the evening and the "Alcatraz" finale on Fox took a slight dip, according to preliminary numbers.

NBC took first place in the advertiser-coveted 18-49 demographic and a distant second place in total viewers with an average 3.7 rating/10 share and 10 million. "The Voice" at 8 dipped slightly but was still the night's highest-rated program with a 4.4/12 in the demo, and 11.8 million total viewers. "Smash" at 10 performed evenly with last week in the demo, taking a 2.2/6 and 6.4 million total viewers.

ABC took second place in the demo and a decisive win in total viewers, averaging 2.9/8 and 15.8 million. "Dancing With the Stars" at 8 dipped 11 percent in the ratings from last week, receiving the night's second-best number, a 3.1/8 in the demo. It also had 17.6 million total viewers, which made it the most-watched show overall. "Castle" at 10 inched up from last week, drawing a 2.4/6 in the demo and 12.1 million total viewers.

CBS, which took third place in ratings and total viewership with an average 1.9/5 and 6.4 million, aired repeats.

Fox came in fourth in ratings and total viewers with an average 1.5/4 and 4.7 million. The network's primetime roster consisted of a special airing of "Alcatraz" at 8, followed by the season finale at 9, which was down 6 percent from last week with a 1.5/4 and 4.7 million.

eOne Inks Deal with Steven Bochco to Produce "Evolution"

eOne Inks Deal with Steven Bochco to Produce "Evolution"

Entertainment One (eOne) is pleased to announce that it has joined forces with veteran, award-winning writer/producer Steven Bochco to produce the original one-hour television series entitled, Evolution.

Three million years in the future, Social Darwinism is born once more. In the groundbreaking original television drama, Evolution, a discovery by a tribe of Homo sapiens is about to change the world. A Box that offers the whole of human knowledge has been unearthed and the meekest of the group, THE BOY, is first to interpret its lessons. Though having only primitive materials with which to replicate twenty-third century technology, a formidable leader is born.

Evolution is an underdog story of the highest order, which results in a tale of perpetual tension and suspense.

With nearly 30 years in the industry and winner of ten Emmy awards, Bochco has created some of the most innovative and successful drama series in television history. He co-created and executive produced Hill Street Blues, L.A. Law and Hooperman. Under the banner of Steven Bochco Productions, he co-created and executive-produced Doogie Howser M.D., Cop Rock, NYPD Blue, Murder One, Total Security, Brooklyn South, City of Angels and Philly. He also served as executive producer on Civil Wars and The Byrds of Paradise. Most recently, Bochco was Executive Producer and co-creator of the TNT drama, "Raising the Bar".

"I look forward to exploring the mysteries of humanity and the secrets of the universe with eOne. John, Michael, Peter and the entire eOne team have become leaders in the independent television community. Their domestic and international expertise makes the company an ideal partner for a bold series like ours. They think outside the box," said Bochco.

The series will be produced by Entertainment One in association with Steven Bochco Productions. Evolution is created and written by Bochco and Bryan Law. Bochco, along with eOne's John Morayniss and Michael Rosenberg will executive produce. Bryan Law will serve as Supervising Producer. eOne will handle worldwide rights to the series in all media.

"Our goal has been to collaborate with the best creative talent in the business and it doesn't get much better than Steven. He is the artistic powerhouse behind some of the most popular and innovative series in the history of television. Evolution will absolutely blow audiences away," said Michael Rosenberg, eOne Television's EVP, US Scripted Television.

"Our sustained momentum in the US, Canada and worldwide, has afforded eOne the opportunity to collaborate with some of the most talented writers and producers in the business and offer outstanding projects to our partners around the globe. Steven Bochco has an unbelievable track record and this is exactly the kind of project we look for. We couldn't be more excited to take this show to MipTV and secure international broadcast partners on this project," added Peter Emerson, President, eOne Television International.

With a significant global presence in production and distribution of television programming across a wide-range of genres, eOne Television has a successful track record in securing multi-episode, direct to series orders for a number of projects, such as Rookie Blue for ABC and Shaw, Syfy's Haven, The Firm for NBC and Shaw and most recently, Saving Hope for NBC and CTV.

Through strong relationships with broadcasters and content providers, eOne Television International has successfully sold eOne's original and third-party productions to over 500 broadcasters in 150 countries, including key US networks and international pay TV channels.

TV Tonight 28th of March 2012

TV Tonight 28th of March 2012

The daily list in alphabetical order, of all the new episodes airing.

    10 O'Clock Live S02E08: "Series 2, Episode 8"
    112 - på liv och död S05E33: "Del 33 av 36"
    60 Minute Makeover S09E03: "Series 9, Episode 3"
    Amazing Eats S01E12: "Spectacular Sandwiches"
    America's Next Top Model S18E05: "Beverly Johnson"
    American Digger S01E03: "Motor City Money"
    American Idol S11E23: "Finalists Compete"
    American Restoration S02E17: "TBA"
    American Restoration S02E16: "50th Episode: TBA"
    American Weed S01E06: "Marijuana Under Fire"
    Are You There, Chelsea? S01E12: "Surprise"
    Auction Hunters S03E02: "Ton's Driller Instinct"
    Auction Hunters S03E01: "Cold Hard Cash"
    Bent S01E03: "HD"
    Bent S01E04: "A-Game"
    Big Brother Sverige S08E34: "Del 34"
    Car Warriors S02E06: "Ford Mustang"
    Chihayafuru S01E25: "Episode 25"
    Cleverdicks S01E23: "Episode 23"
    Come Dine With Me S18E63: "Series 18, Episode 53"
    Conan S02E69: "Episode 69"
    Dance Academy S02E11: "Self Sabotage"
    Days of our Lives S47E98: "Ep. #11808"
    Deal Or No Deal (UK) S07E196: "Episode 1876"
    Dickinson's Real Deal S08E82: "Series 8, Episode 82"
    Doctors S13E229: "The Promise"
    Dog the Bounty Hunter S08E15: "Short Handed"
    Dog the Bounty Hunter S08E16: "Photo Op"
    Duck Dynasty S01E04: "Frog in One"
    Duck Dynasty S01E03: "High Tech Redneck"
    Dumbest Stuff on Wheels S02E11
    Éden Hotel S02E15: "Season 2, Episode 15"
    Emmerdale S41E74: "March 28, 2012"
    Four In A Bed S03E13: "The Saba Hotel"
    Four Rooms S02E02: "Series 2, Episode 2"
    General Hospital (US) S49E252: "#12526"
    Ghost Hunters International S03E12
    Goede Tijden, Slechte Tijden S22E148: "Season 22, Episode 148"
    Halv åtta hos mig S08E39: "Stockholm - Madeleine"
    Happily Divorced S02E04: "The Burial Plotz"
    Happy Endings S02E20: "Big White Lies"
    Hollyoaks S18E63: "March 28, 2012"
    Home and Away (AU) S25E48: "Episode 5483"
    Hot In Cleveland S03E16: "TBA"
    Hotel cæsar S28E176: "Season 28, Episode 176"
    House Hunters S48E62
    House Hunters International S25E65
    Interior Therapy with Jeff Lewis S01E03: "TBA"
    Iron Man: Armored Adventures S02E18: "Iron Man 2099"
    Jeopardy! S28E138: "Show #6343"
    Jimmy Kimmel Live S09E227: "Adam Carolla, Kevin Durant, White Rabbits"
    Johnny Test S05E43: "TBA"
    Just A Minute (1212) S01E03: "Episode 3"
    King (2011) S02E05: "Sunil Sharma"
    Last Call with Carson Daly S10E31
    Late Night with Jimmy Fallon S02E241
    Late Show with David Letterman S19E47
    LEGO NinjaGo: Masters of Spinjitzu S02E11: "All of Nothing"
    Let's Dance (DE) S05E03: "Folge 3"
    Live with Regis and Kelly S29E152
    Million Dollar Listing: NY S01E04
    Monster Man S01E03
    NAV S01E04: "Season 1, Episode 4"
    Neighbours S28E58: "Episode 6368"
    Not My Mama's Meals S01E11: "TBA"
    Nothing Personal S02E04: "Turnabout is Fair Play"
    NOVA S39E15: "Cracking Your Genetic Code"
    One Born Every Minute S03E13: "Series 3, Episode 13"
    One Night S01E03: "Episode 3"
    One Tree Hill S09E12: "Anyone Who Had A Heart"
    Only in America with Larry the Cable Guy S02E12: "TBA"
    Papa no Iukoto o Kikinasai! S01E12: "Episode 12"
    Pointless S06E32: "Series 6, Episode 32"
    Psych S06E14: "Autopsy Turvy"
    Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is S06E03: "Series 6, Episode 3"
    Recorder to Randoseru S01E13
    Republic of Doyle S03E12: "Con, Steal, Love"
    Restaurant: Impossible S03E06: "TBA"
    Rock Center with Brian Williams S01E21: "Season 1, Episode 21"
    Selling Houses Australia S05E09: "Inner City Terrace"
    Sons of Guns S03E05: "Jesse James Gun"
    South Park S16E03: "Faith Hilling"
    Survivor S24E07: "The Beauty in a Merge"
    Sveriges mästerkock S02E15: "Final"
    The Almighty Johnsons S02E05: "A Damn Fine Woman"
    The Apprentice (UK) S08E02: "Household Gadget"
    The Apprentice: You're Fired! S07E02: "Series 7, Episode 2"
    The Biggest Loser (AU) S07E45: "Season 7, Episode 45"
    The Bold and the Beautiful S26E04: "Ep. #6288"
    The Chase (2009) S05E42: "Series 5, Episode 42"
    The Colbert Report S08E42: "Mark Ruffalo"
    The Daily Show S17E78: "Ahmed Rashid"
    The Dr. Phil Show S10E127: "Young Girls: Extreme Sexual Exploitation"
    The Jeremy Kyle Show S07E138: "I starve myself and my dad's to blame"
    The Real World/Road Rules Challenge S22E13: "Season 22, Episode 13"
    The Revolution (2012) S01E53: "Season 1, Episode 53"
    The Rosie Show S01E93: "Mackenzie Phillips, Jeff Lewis, Jenni Pulos"
    The Sheriffs are Coming S01E07: "Episode 7"
    The Soup S09E13: "March 28"
    The Talk S02E133: "Season 2, Episode 133"
    The Tonight Show with Jay Leno S19E267
    The Young and the Restless S40E03: "Ep. #9872"
    Thuis S17E153: "Season 17, Episode 153"
    Top Guns S01E07: "Deuces Wild"
    Tunnelbanan S01E10: "Del 10"
    UEFA Champions League S09E25: "Extra Time - Quarter Finals"
    UEFA Champions League S09E24: "AC Milan v Barcelona"
    Ugly Americans S02E13: "The Comedy Central Roast of Twayne the Boneraper"
    Voltron Force S01E22: "Crossed Signals"
    Watch What Happens: Live S06E52
    Waterloo Road S07E26: "Series 7, Episode 26"
    Whitney S01E22: "Something Black, Something Blue"
    Woodley S01E06: "The Funeral"

Celebrity Big Brother: Extra series ordered by Channel 5 for 2012

Celebrity Big Brother: Extra series ordered by Channel 5 for 2012

Celebrity Big Brother will return for another series this year on Channel 5.

Following the ratings and critical success of the January series, which was won by Denise Welch, the broadcaster has ordered another run to air before the end of 2012.

Winner Denise Welch leaves the Celebrity Big Brother House during the live final

Channel 5's original two-year Big Brother deal with Endemol included one celeb edition and one non-celeb edition of the show each year.

Amy Childs, Jedward, Kerry Katona, Frankie Cocozza and Bobby Sabel have been among the contestants on the reality show since it moved away from its original broadcaster Channel 4.

According to The Guardian, the non-celeb Big Brother has been cut back to ten weeks to accommodate the second celebrity series. However, the ten-week non-celeb run is still longer than last year's Big Brother.

The purchase of Celebrity Big Brother has generally been regarded as a smart move by Channel 5 as it has secured it some of its highest ratings in its history and helped the broadcaster regularly beat Channel 4 and even on occasions ITV1 and BBC Two in the 10pm timeslot.

Rumours about the new celeb series lineup have already begun circulating, with the Daily Star recently suggesting that footballer Freddie Ljungberg may be taking part in the show.