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Today, South by Southwest® (SXSW®), the world’s leading festival celebrating the convergence of creativity, culture and technology, is launching in London in June 2025.

Through its multidisciplinary conferences and cultural festivals, SXSW has become a global platform to celebrate new ideas, propelling the careers of innovators and creatives across sectors, from start-up founders to independent artists and filmmakers.

SXSW London expands the footprint of the world’s leading and most sought-after cultural platform created over almost four decades in Austin, Texas. Every year, hundreds of thousands of creatives converge at SXSW to discuss and debate some of the most challenging issues of our time, with innovation in technology and science presented alongside the world’s biggest music and entertainment stories. From AI to climate change, politics to society, and the first outings for game changing start-ups such as Twitter and Airbnb, SXSW has been at the forefront of ideas and providing platforms for the world’s most critical and impactful voices.

Since 1987, SXSW has welcomed the world’s leading speakers and participants across a multitude of disciplines, including Christiane Amanpour, Deepak Chopra, Mark Cuban, Melinda Gates, Dave Grohl, Sadiq Khan, Barack Obama, Michelle Obama, Steven Spielberg, Dr. Lisa Su, Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, Tilda Swinton, Taika Waititi, Elizabeth Warren, Amy Webb, Michelle Yeoh, and Mark Zuckerberg.

SXSW also creates unrivalled showcasing opportunities for new musicians and filmmakers, with a roll call of firsts that has helped propel global cultural icons like Amy Winehouse, Billie Eilish, Dua Lipa and Ed Sheeran, and other influential artists such as Skepta, Stormzy and Wet Leg.

SXSW London will bring its own distinctive personality, driven by London's internationally renowned cultural life and creativity, its status as a global meeting place, and its proximity to other major creative and tech centres in Europe. Over the course of a week in June, SXSW London will take over dozens of venues, galleries, clubs and other spaces in Shoreditch, east London, renowned as a vibrant centre for creativity and technological innovation, as well as for its diversity, energetic youth culture, global cuisine and nightlife.

SXSW London will build upon London’s place within the community of over 20 million people working in the creative and technology sectors across Europe. In the UK alone, the cultural and creative industries contribute £125 billion, with London contributing more than half of the UK’s entire creative industries economic output.

In addition to inspiring and challenging keynotes, music showcases, and innovations in tech, gaming and screen, SXSW London will introduce boundary pushing visual arts, design and fashion programming, with exhibitions and interactive and immersive experiences in public spaces across its east London campus.

As SXSW’s European edition, SXSW London will have a particular emphasis on creative talent from across Europe. SXSW London will continue to encourage the convergence of creativity and culture, unexpected discoveries, and connections between visitors, creating opportunities for attendees, performers, and the broader London community to collaborate and innovate. SXSW London will also continue to develop Austin's focus on climate action and sustainability, with the ambition to drive positive change for future generations.

More details about the SXSW London 2025 programme will be announced in the coming months, with badges due to go on sale in October 2024. Register your interest for the most unmissable event in the 2025 European creative calendar at sxswlondon.com.

Randel Bryan, Managing Director of SXSW London, said:

"As a life-long fan of SXSW I truly believe that it’s more than an event - it’s a movement, a platform where the world’s greatest minds, musicians and motivators come to share their passion and their vision of the future.

"SXSW London will build on Austin's incredible legacy, presenting an event that underpins why SXSW is the go-to destination for professionals and creatives seeking meaningful connections, unexpected experiences and ideas that can help shape the world.

"SXSW London will also provide a platform for the next generation of creative talent and we will be working hard to ensure that opportunities for learning, employment and community uplift are at the heart of everything we do."

Jann Baskett, Co-President and Chief Brand Officer of SXSW, said:

"We couldn’t be more excited to bring the SXSW experience to London. Following the success of SXSW Sydney, this is an incredible new opportunity to highlight the elements that make SXSW unique in one of the most vibrant cities in Europe. We look forward to forming deeper connections with our overseas community and bringing the conversations that start in Austin all the way to London."

The Mayor of London Sadiq Khan said:

‍"I am delighted to welcome SXSW to London for the first time ever - confirming our place at the heart of Europe’s tech and creative sectors and as a global capital of culture.

"When I was part of SXSW in Austin in 2018, I saw first-hand the electric atmosphere of innovation SXSW creates and I can’t wait to be part of it again.  This is a historic opportunity for London to once again bring the world’s most exciting talent together as part of our mission to build a better and more prosperous London for everyone."

Culture Secretary, Lucy Frazer said:

“Festivals have been a vital part of British culture for decades and a key part of the reason why the UK is known the world over for creative excellence.

“From film and TV to fashion and music, London is a global hub for cultural and creative talent, so it’s fantastic that SXSW is coming here to bring together innovators from across these sectors and demonstrate why the UK’s creative industries are the envy of the world.”

Read quotes from Sir Peter Bazalgette, Co-Chair, UK Creative Industries Council, Dr Jo Twist OBE, Chief Executive, BPI, Darren Henley, Chief Executive, Arts Council England, Naomi Pohl, General Secretary Musicians’ Union, Priya Lakhani OBE, Founder and CEO, CENTURY TECH, Skinder Hundal MBE, Director, Arts, British Council, Karen Palmer, the award winning XR creator and futurist, Tom Kiehl, Interim Chief Executive, UK Music, Sally Davies, Managing Director of Abbey Road Studios, Lawrence Montgomery, Managing Director, Rough Trade Retail (UK), Jessica Driscoll, Director of Immersive Technology, Digital Catapult, Adam Cole, who presented his work Kiss/Crash at SXSW 2024 in Austin, Caroline Rush CBE, CEO British Fashion Council and Chair Creative Industries Trade and Investment Board, Professor James Bennett, Director CoSTAR National R&D Lab for Creative Technologies, Crispin Parry, CEO, British Underground, Ed Jenkins, CEO Volumetric Video Ltd and Dr Hayaatun Sillem CBE, CEO, Royal Academy of Engineering and Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering Foundation here.  

About SXSW

SXSW dedicates itself to helping creative people achieve their goals. Founded in 1987 in Austin, Texas, SXSW is best known for its conference and festivals that celebrate the convergence of tech, film and television, music, education, and culture. An essential destination for global professionals, the annual March event features sessions, music, and comedy showcases, film and television screenings, exhibitions, professional development, and a variety of opportunities to meet and connect with people. SXSW proves that the most unexpected discoveries happen when diverse topics and individuals come together. SXSW 2025 will take place March 7-15 in Austin.

SXSW’s expansion into the Asia Pacific region, with SXSW Sydney starting in 2023 and Europe with SXSW London in 2025, provides new possibilities at this iconic experience. These events, each with their own distinct flavour, make South By an indispensable three-stop tour for the global creative community.

www.sxsw.com

Panarae

Panarae is a private investment company with a focus on the financing and development of global enterprises. The company has a diverse investment and partnership portfolio – ranging from financial and professional services to media and entertainment. SXSW London is produced under license from SXSW LLC by Panarise, a live entertainment company established and owned by Panarae.

www.panarae.com

TAIT

TAIT partners with artists, brands, and institutions to bring culture-defining, never-before-seen experiences to life. With a legacy of innovation spanning over 45 years, TAIT has grown from pioneering in rock ‘n’ roll concert staging to setting the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences through cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design, as well as producing high-stakes, high-touchpoint moments around the globe. TAIT’s 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Snap Inc., Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Warner Bros. Discovery, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Google, Disney, Beyoncé, Bloomberg, and The Olympics.

www.taittowers.com

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April, 26, 2024 – LOS ANGELES – Today, CBS and Dick Clark Productions (DCP) announced the world’s largest fan-voted award show, the AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS (AMAs), will air on the CBS Television Network for the first time, Sunday, October 6, 2024 (8:00 PM, ET/5:00 PM, PT) and stream on Paramount+.

The AMAs celebrate the year’s top achievements in music determined by the fans, for the fans. Over the past 50 years, the AMAs has showcased the very best in music and delivered memorable pop-culture moments and powerful lineups, including first-time collaborations and exclusive world premiere performances from music’s biggest names across pop, rap, R&B, country, Latin, K-Pop and more.

The 2024 AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS are produced by Dick Clark Productions. Nominees are based on key fan interactions – as reflected on the Billboard charts – including streaming, album sales, song sales and radio airplay.

*Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers will have access to stream the show live via the live feed of their local CBS affiliate on the service, as well as on demand. Paramount+ Essential subscribers will not have the option to stream live but will have access to on-demand the day after the special airs.

Media Contacts:

‍Dick Clark Productions

Gina Sorial, gsorial@dickclark.com

Lydia Baskharoon, lbaskharoon@dickclark.com 

CBS

Kate Fisher, KHFisher@cbs.com

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ATX TV Festival has announced additional programming for Season 13, taking place May 30-June 2, 2024, in Austin, Texas

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Today, ATX TV Festival announced the Closing Night event will feature Norman Lear’s TV for the People: Script Reading and Conversation, a night of comedy, conversation, and celebration honoring the life and legacy of legendary writer, producer, and activist Norman Lear.

The event will feature live script readings of the groundbreaking abortion episode from Maude (“Maude’s Dilemma”) and a classic episode from Good Times, with guest casts who will step into some of TV’s most iconic roles for the one-night event.

Following the script reading, Lear’s collaborators, friends, and fellow creatives will join for a conversation about his groundbreaking approach to TV that reflected and commented on the everyday American experience; his ability to use the sitcom format to invite audiences in to broader conversations about racism, abortion, LGBTQ+ rights, sexual assault, and more; and how Lear’s legacy continues to shape the medium through the next generation of storytellers.

Confirmed participants include Katey Sagal (in the role of “Maude”), Phil Rosenthal (in the role of “Walter Findlay”),Danny Pino (in the role of “Dr. Arthur Harmon”), Dulé Hill (in the role of “James Evans Sr.”), and producer Brent Miller (former producing partner to Lear, and Owner/CEO of newly released A House on Brame Productions), with additional panelists to be announced soon.

The event will be supported by USC Annenberg Norman Lear Center’s Hollywood, Health and Society, with additional partners to be announced soon. The event will be open to Festival badgeholders, as well as single ticket holders. Buy your Badge, Pass, or Ticket now at: atxfestival.com/attend

In addition to the previously announced Girls5eva Karaoke Night event, Universal Studio Group will also present a track of screenings and conversations, including:

• “Funny AF” – A panel featuring USG’s top comedians and comedy showrunners for a moderated discussion about their individual shows, how they got started in comedy, comedy for a mass audience, and more. Confirmed panelists include Hacks actor Mark Indelicato, Girls5eva creator/showrunner/executive producer Meredith Scardino, Resident Alien creator/showrunner/executive producer Chris Sheridan, and Lopez vs. Lopez co-creator/showrunner/executive producer Debby Wolfe.
  

• “Queer Storytelling” – A panel celebrating LGBTQIA+ series and moments that have opened new doors for queer storytelling, the kinds of stories we still want to see – and the creatives who are breaking the mold. Confirmed panelists include actors Mark Indelicato (Hacks) and Daniel Kyri (Chicago Fire).
  

• Resident Alien with Chris Sheridan & Alan Tudyk – A deep dive into the SYFY comedy about “a crash-landed alien” who begins to wrestle the moral dilemma of his original mission (killing all humans). Creator/showrunner/executive producer Chris Sheridan and star Alan Tudyk will join fans to discuss the show’s recently concluded third season - including guest stars, baddies, and what that season finale means for Harry and the residents of Patience (and Earth) going forward.
  

• Hacks Seasons 3 Finale Screening and Q&A – A screening of the finale episode from the upcoming third season of the award-winning comedy Hacks, from Max and Universal Television. Following the screening, cast member Mark Indelicato will join for a Q&A conversation.

New additions to the lineup also include:

• Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire Season 2 Screening and Q&A presented by AMC Networks – Creator/executive producer Rolin Jones, executive producer Mark Johnson, and cast members will join for an advance episode screening from Season 2, followed by a conversation.

The interview continues in season two of Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire. In the year 2022, the vampire Louis de Pointe du Lac (Jacob Anderson) recounts his life story to journalist Daniel Molloy (Eric Bogosian). Picking up from the bloody events in New Orleans in 1940 when Louis and teen fledgling Claudia (Delainey Hayles) conspired to kill the Vampire Lestat de Lioncourt (Sam Reid), Louis tells of his adventures in Europe, a quest to discover Old World Vampires and the Theatre Des Vampires in Paris, with Claudia. It is in Paris that Louis first meets the Vampire Armand (Assad Zaman). Their courtship and love affair will prove to have devastating consequences both in the past and in the future, and Molloy will probe to get to the truths buried within the memories. The series returns May 12 on AMC and AMC+.

• Orphan Black: Echoes U.S. Premiere Screening and Q&A presented by AMC Networks – Set in the same universe as the critically acclaimed, cult phenomenon Orphan Black, Orphan Black: Echoes stars and is executive produced by Krysten Ritter (Marvel’s Jessica Jones, Love and Death), and “takes a deep dive into the exploration of the scientific manipulation of human existence, [following] a group of women as they weave their way into each other’s lives and embark on a thrilling journey, unraveling the mystery of their identity and uncovering a wrenching story of love and betrayal.”

The premiere screening will be followed by a conversation with executive producer/writer Anna Fishko (Pieces of Her, The Society, Fear the Walking Dead) and executive producer/director John Fawcett (co-creator of Orphan Black) moderated by Vanity Fair’s Maureen Ryan with additional panelists to be confirmed at a later date. Orphan Black: Echoes premieres Sunday, June 23 on AMC, AMC+ and BBC AMERICA.

In addition, Season 13 of the Festival will feature:

• “The Way Home: A Conversation with the Creators & Cast” – The stars of Hallmark Channel’s original series “The Way Home,” which follows three generations of women living together in a small farm town as they navigate a time-traveling journey across multiple eras to “find their way back to each other,” will join for an in-depth look at the breakout hit, including its recently-aired second season. Confirmed panelists include showrunners/co-creators/executive producers Heather Conkie and Alexandra Clarke,  co-creator/executive producer Marly Reed, and cast members Andie MacDowell, Chyler Leigh, Evan Williams, and Sadie Laflamme-Snow.

• Billy the Kid Screening and Q&A with Tom Blyth and Donald De Line presented by MGM+ — MGM+ will host an advance screening of Billy the Kid Season 2, Part 2, which finds Billy (Tom Blyth) “caught in the middle of the Lincoln County War, a murderous conflict driven by money, greed and corruption.” Following the screening, star Tom Blyth (The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes) and showrunner/executive producer Donald De Line (Wayward Pines) will join for a conversation about bringing the Wild West to life and Billy’s journey throughout Season 2.
  

• “Breakfast with the Rosenthals” - Creator, writer, producer, host, and author Phil Rosenthal returns to Austin for another delicious discussion about the latest season of his hit Netflix series Somebody Feed Phil, his new book Just Try It!, and his podcast “Naked Lunch”… with a few special guests! Rosenthal will be joined by his daughter, Lily Rosenthal (co-author of Just Try It!), his brother Richard Rosenthal (executive producer and occasional-guest-star, Somebody Feed Phil), and his son Ben Rosenthal to discuss the family’s shared love of food, travel, and comedy, and why they just can’t help but work together.

• “Fireside Chat with Jeff Wachtel” – A wide-ranging conversation with Future Shack Entertainment CEO and former President of USA Network, Universal Content Productions, and NBCUniversal International Studios, Jeff Wachtel, about lessons learned in development, business models built to adapt and innovate, the future of streaming, and more.  

• "Beau Willimon Breaks a Season of TV" – Ready, set, break! Writer/Producer Beau Willimon (House of Cards, The First, Andor) will break an entire season of TV with the audience... in just one hour.

• Pretty Little Liars: Summer School stars Bailee Madison, Chandler Kinney, Malia Pyles, Zaria, and Mallory Bechtel, and creators/executive producers Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa and Lindsay Calhoon Bring will join for a sneak peek screening of episode 6 followed by a Q&A presented by Max.

• Animal Control Panel with the Cast — FOX Entertainment’s original workplace comedy Animal Control, starring Emmy Award nominee Joel McHale (Community), joins the line-up with a conversation featuring cast membersVella Lovell (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend) and Grace Palmer (Good Grief), who star as local Animal Control workers whose lives are complicated by the fact that animals are simple, but humans are not.
  

• NEW PANELISTS – Presidential Forum: On TV, The Industry and What’s Next: Panelists Nicole Clemens, president, Paramount Television Studios; Lisa Katz, president, Scripted Content, NBCUniversal Entertainment; Erin Underhill, president, Universal Television; Katherine Pope, president, Sony Pictures Television Studios; and Karey Burke, president, 20th Television will sit down for a conversation about the current and future states of television following a year with two historic strikes.
  

• NEW PANELISTS – Hotel Cocaine Screening and Q&A presented by MGM+: MGM+ will host a screening of the premiere episode of the new crime thriller Hotel Cocaine, from creator and executive producer Chris Brancato (Godfather of Harlem, Narcos). The screening will be followed by a conversation with Brancato, co-executive producer Maurice Compte, and cast members Danny Pino (Mayans M.C.), Mark Feuerstein (Royal Pains), and Yul Vazquez (The Outsider).

Buy your Badge or Pass now at: atxfestival.com/attend

All of this joins the previously announced programming:

• Suits Retrospective
• Halt and Catch Fire 10-Year Anniversary with Creatives and Cast
• “Presidential Forum: On TV, the Industry, and What’s Next”
• “Industry” Season 3 Premiere and Q&A with Creators
• OPENING NIGHT: “Fantasmas” World Premiere with Julio Torres
• “Pretty Little Liars: Summer School” Screening and Q&A with Cast & Creatives
• “Fargo” Screening and Conversation with Noah Hawley
• “Adventures in Indie TV” with Duplass Brothers Productions
• “The Art of World-Building” presented by Sony Pictures Television
• “The History of TV” presented by RCA
• “Girls5eva” Karaoke Night presented by Universal Studio Group
• “Hotel Cocaine” Screening and Q&A with Creator and Cast
• The Pitch Competition Live Finale
• Breakthrough Awardee: Devery Jacobs
• “The Monologue Case Study with Mike Flanagan”
• “Trial By Content (Live!)”
• Panelists David Hudgins (FBI: Most Wanted), Graham Yost (Silo), and Jessica Rhoades (Black Mirror)

For more information on ATX TV’s year round events and programming, please visit atxtv.com.

ABOUT ATX TV FESTIVAL

ATX TV Festival is an annual event produced by ATX TV, taking place each summer in Austin, TX. As the leading television festival, it brings together fans and industry to celebrate the television medium by looking at its history, where it is now, and where it is headed. The festival consists of screenings followed by Q&As, panel conversations, and events (parties, live music, happy hours, hosted receptions, etc) and is known for reunions of classic series and cult hits. Screenings include never-aired pilots, canceled-too-soon series, current favorites, and world premieres. Panels conversations range from industry deep-dives to fan-focused conversations, along with discussions on representation (in front of and behind the camera) and responsibility in storytelling. The ATX TV audience is comprised equally of consumers and industry professionals, and ATX TV Festival is the only place they come together as one community to discuss and celebrate all aspects of #TVTogether.

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New Series Reveals All-Star Talent Lineup

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Today, The Hollywood Reporter (THR) announced the return of the Emmy®-nominated series, “Off Script With The Hollywood Reporter” with five new episodes of Emmy contenders, featuring themed episodes including Comedy Actress, Drama Actor, Comedy Actor, Drama Actress and Stand-Up. The new season is set to premiere on Friday, May 24th, at a new time of 10 pm PT/1 am ET exclusively on IFC and streaming on AMC+. New episodes will continue on Fridays.

Talent names for select episodes, hosted by Emmy®-nominated actor and comedian Yvonne Orji (“Insecure”), include:

‍Comedy Actress - Friday, May 24 at 10 pm PT on IFC and available to stream on AMC+

• Quinta Brunson, “Abbott Elementary"
• Maya Rudolph, “Loot"
• Kristen Wiig, “Palm Royale"
• Ego Nwodim, “Saturday Night Live”
• Michelle Buteau, “Survival of the Thickest"
• Renee Elise Goldsberry, “Girls5Eva"

Drama Actor - Friday, June 7 at 10 pm PT on IFC and available to stream on AMC+

• Jon Hamm, “Fargo”
• Nicholas Galitzine, “Mary & George"
• Clive Owen, “Monsieur Spade”
• David Oyelowo, “Lawmen: Bass Reeves"
• Matt Bomer, “Fellow Travelers"
• Callum Turner, “Masters of the Air"

Comedy Actor - Friday, June 14 at 10 pm PT on IFC and available to stream on AMC+

• Theo James, “The Gentleman”
• Ricky Martin, “Palm Royale”
• Bowen Yang, “Saturday Night Live”
• Kelsey Grammer, “Frasier”
• Anthony Mackie, “Twisted Metal"
• John Goodman, “The Righteous Gemstones" and “The Conners”

Talent names for Drama Actress and Stand-Up are forthcoming and broadcast times may be subject to change.

Each episode will highlight a dynamic ensemble of actors and delve deep into the urgent issues, creative methodologies, and behind-the-scenes narratives that define entertainment. Conversations are moderated by THR’s Mikey O'Connell and Lacey Rose. The show was filmed on location in The Georgian Room at The Georgian Hotel, the iconic Hollywood hangout in Santa Monica.

The Emmy®-nominated series, “Off Script With The Hollywood Reporter,” is executive produced by Elisabeth D. Rabishaw, EVP and publisher of THR, Jason Rovou, VP of video production and development of THR, and THR co-editor-in-chiefs Maer Roshan and Nekesa Mumbi Moody.

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About The Hollywood Reporter:

The Hollywood Reporter (THR) is a flagship entertainment media brand that offers in-depth reporting, analysis, and thought-provoking reviews; unparalleled access; world-class photography and video; and exclusive features in its award-winning weekly magazine and dynamic website. THR also boasts prestigious live events; industry-leading philanthropic, empowerment, and diversity initiatives; and hugely successful video series, including the Emmy®-nominated “Close Up With The Hollywood Reporter.” THR was named best entertainment publication at the December 15th annual National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards.  

About IFC:

IFC is the home of offbeat, unexpected comedies, fan-favorite movies, and cult TV shows. IFC is owned and operated by AMC Networks Inc. and available across multiple platforms. IFC is Always On, Slightly Off.

About AMC+:

AMC+ is the company’s premium streaming bundle featuring an extensive lineup of popular and critically acclaimed original programming from AMC, BBC America, IFC, and SundanceTV and full access to targeted streaming services Shudder, Sundance Now and IFC Films Unlimited, which feature content such as A Discovery of Witches, Creepshow, and Boyhood. The service features a continually refreshed library of commercial-free content, with iconic series from the AMC Networks portfolio including Mad Men, Halt & Catch Fire, Hell on Wheels, Turn: Washington’s Spies, Rectify, Portlandia, Orphan Black and series from The Walking Dead Universe, among many others. The service also offers a growing slate of original and exclusive series including Gangs of London, Dark Winds, and the first two series in a new Anne Rice universe, Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire and Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches. With new movies released every Friday, AMC+ is the newest destination for exclusive film premieres direct from theaters all year long. AMC+ is available in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Spain and is available in the U.S. through AMCPlus.com, the AMC+ app, and a number of digital and cable partners.

Today, TVLine, the industry’s authority in television content, has announced the promotion and the expanded scope of three editorial leaders: Matt Webb Mitovich, Kimberly Roots, and Rebecca Iannucci, effective immediately. These promotions punctuate TVLine’s evolution and continued growth across the brand.  

“We are thrilled to announce these deserving promotions, reflecting both the dedication and talent of our team as we build and evolve for the future,” said Michael Ausiello, Founder, TVLine.

New positions and expanded responsibilities include:

• Matt Webb Mitovich is promoted to Chief Content Officer, from Editor-in-Chief. Mitovich was part of TVLine's January 2011 launch team and is on the Television Critics Association Board of Directors. He is a graduate of Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, and previously worked at TVGuide.com, TV Guide Magazine and Fancast.
• Kimberly Roots is promoted to Editor-in-Chief, from Managing Editor. Roots joined TVLine in 2012. A graduate of Northeastern University and Columbia University’s Graduate School of Journalism, Roots’ work has appeared in the New Haven Register, The Star-Ledger, The Patriot Ledger, Science & Spirit and Science & Theology News. She lives in New York City.
• Rebecca Iannucci is promoted to Managing Editor, from Senior Editor. Iannucci has been a member of Team TVLine since 2013, when she was hired as an intern while pursuing her journalism degree at Elon University. After a short stint in Los Angeles as part of TVLine's West Coast team, Rebecca now works remotely from Raleigh, N.C.

About TVLine:

Since its launch in January 2011, TVLine has become a household name in trusted television content. Michael Ausiello and his team created the site to help TV enthusiasts cut through the clutter and find the news and updates they crave – from exclusive casting scoop to spoilers and deep-dives into your favorite shows. TVLine boasts an impressive digital reach of 12M unique video users, 364M social views and 1.6M followers.

April 10, 2024, New York, NY: Penske Media Corporation (PMC)announced the restructuring of its domestic licensing team and the creation of its new PMC Brand Group (PMBG), an in-house agency dedicated to building licensing programs, partnerships, and consumer products for PMC’s distinguished portfolio of brands which includes Rolling Stone, Variety, Billboard, SXSW, TheGolden Globes, VIBE, SHEMedia, The Hollywood Reporter, Robb Report, and many more.   

Thomas Ferguson, VP ofLicensing, Partnerships & Consumer Products will lead the team which includes Laura Ongaro, Associate VP, Licensing & Partner Management andNoelle Hickey who has been promoted to Associate Director, Marketing &Partner Management. 

“The PMC Brand Group was created to refine our approach to extending the touch points of PMC’s iconic brands,” said Ferguson. “This is also a signal to the industry that we are not only focused on new and existing partnerships but also the growth, long-term success and strategic vision of each deal we bring in on behalf of the brands.” 

“We’re uniquely positioned to support the PMC Brand Group across the business. Our digital ad sales, editorial, social and e-commerce teams have the ability to amplify and support our licensing partnerships through thoughtful storytelling and campaigns with a360-degree approach,” said Craig Perreault, Chief Digital Officer,PMC.  

“We’re proud of our brands and the legacy they carry with them," said Ferguson. “As we consider deals moving forward, we are looking to evolve the brands by pushing boundaries with innovative products, world class experiential concepts, and best-in-class partners.”  

With businesses spanning industries including Entertainment, Music, Fashion, Beauty, Art, Sports andLuxury, the PMC Brand Group looks to build partnerships and cross-sell the brands for maximum impact and to lead consumer experiences within these sectors.  

Additionally, the PMCBrand Group will work closely with PMC’s Strategic Solutions Group and theInternational Markets team in collaboration with our world-class sponsors and licensed media partners globally.  

About Penske MediaBrand Group (PMBG) 

Established in 2024, thePenske Media Brand Group is dedicated to building robust and profitable licensing programs, partnerships and consumer products for the PMC portfolio of brands. Spanning Entertainment, Music, Fashion, Beauty, Art, Luxury, Sports, Women’sInterests and more, PMBG looks to find resonate brand extensions that amplify the ethos, mission and business of PMC brands. Notable partnerships include Rolling Stone x OliviaRodrigo Limited Merch Drop, Robb Report’s 672 WineClub with Wine Savage, ARTnews x PleasuresCo-Branded Apparel Collection, Rolling Stone x BenSherman Capsule Collection, Billboard Onboard and Rolling Stone Lounge with Holland America.