Knott's Scary Farm kicked off Thursday night at Knott's Berry Farm for its 45th year of Halloween haunts, scares, and clowns. This year there are 9 mazes to go through.

One of the new mazes this year is "Dark Ride", an abandoned carnival attraction. There were fire-breathing dragons and possessed furniture, tons of blood and guts.

Also new this year "The Pumpkin Eater", taking visitors into the lair of a seven-foot creature that likes to have its visitors for dinner. The maze takes you through the inside of a giant pumpkin, seeds and all, as well as through all sorts of other creepy obstacles, including a cave of creepy insects, a labyrinth of thorns, and a cornfield.

Next the Re-Vamped "Trick or Treat": One of Knott’s most popular mazes has gotten a very scary new twist this year. This maze is now in the dark! You’ll be given a flashlight to make your way through this well decorated house. But beware, your flashlight is defective. Along the way, your flashlight will turn itself off and on, blink, change colors, and vibrate. This was a highly entertaining attraction. There’s a lot of psychological terror that comes with walking through a maze filled with monsters in the dark! Cool and fun, my favorite!
Returning Mazes:
"Paranormal Inc.", which returns from last year. This maze includes a pre-show that sets up the maze, with its earnest parapsychologists trying to capture a ghost spirit. The pre-show leads into a trek through an abandoned hospital returned to life, with corpses, vengeful nurses, high flying aerial stunts and ghostly special effects as guests investigate a haunted hospital.

"Special Ops": Armed with specially designed laser guns, brave groups of guests will embark on a mission to fight blood thirsty zombies. There are more interactive targets this year. This maze has changed significantly over the years and moved from its outdoor location in Camp Snoopy to a controlled environment behind Mystery Lodge.

"Red Barn": If you like blood and gore, this one’s for you not to be missed! Take a trip to a blood-soaked barn filled with carnivorous animals seeking to prey on human flesh in the Red Barn gore maze. Legend has it the farmer who owns the barn was transformed into a heinous creature that sends his sadistic sons to ensure his legacy. None dare enter the barn, for those who enter never escape.

"Voodoo": This old favorite has been significantly rethought for the 2017 season, breathing new life into an old swamp. By switching the flow of traffic in the maze and having guests enter through last year’s exit, they’ve made the experience feel new. This is a seriously impressive maze with actual swamps filled with water, stilt houses, and a patchwork of voodoo hexes and creatures from the bayou.
"Tooth Fairy": This twisted tooth fairy steals more than just baby teeth as he drags his victims out of their bedroom window and into a world of cruel dentistry. Tooth Fairy is a bloody and gory maze.

"Shadow Lands": There were some great enhancements here, including a show scene at the beginning and an enhanced finale. The story takes place in an ancient Japanese temple and into the midst of the shadow lands.

Also, this year marks the end of the road for Elvira: Mistress of the Dark, who is concluding her run at Knott's Scary Farm after more than two decades. But she still is bringing it after all these years.

Knott's other Scary Farm show is “The Hanging”, which this year runs with the subtitle "Fake Noose."
Other attractions include Scare Zones: Fiesta De Los Muertos, CarnEVIL , Ghost Town Streets, the Hollow and unlimited rides on some of the famous Roller Coasters and Rides!

This is far most one of the funnest Halloween Parks to go too!

The weekend kicked off with the annual Variety and Women in Film’s nominee party on Friday night held at Gracias Madre in West Hollywood, presented by Halo Top Creamery. Emmy nominees included Viola Davis, Samira Wiley, Claire Foy, Alexander Skarsgard and Cicely Tyson. Many attendees also stopped to pose with the Mercedes Benz on display before moving on to enjoy mini bean burgers, fig appetizers and the Halo Top Creamery ice cream bar that awaited them inside. Some celebrities like Kathryn Hahn and Abbi Jacobson choose to spend the bulk of the evening on the patio, sipping Svedka cocktails with the Variety logo stenciled on top and chatting under festive blue lights with a soundtrack from DJ Daisy O’Dell in the background.

2017 Host Committee members Kelly Kahl, David Nevins, Mike Hopkins, John Landgraf and Lena Waithe were on-hand to mix and mingle with Women in Film board member Lake Bell, “The Handmaid’s Tale’s” Yvonne Strahovski, “Empire’s” Serayah McNeill and comedy stars like Keegan-Michael Key, Sarah Hyland and Zoe Lister-Jones. But nominee Dolly Parton stole the show forming a half circle of people around her to say hello and snap a photo with her. O’Dell’s playlist included ’90s hits and modern day chart toppers, and as the night went on tunes like Mariah Carey’s “Honey” and Luis Fonsi’s “Despacito” even got attendees singing and dancing in front of the ice cream bar.

Ashley Judd, Keke Palmer, and more at PaleyFest Fall TV Previews

On Saturday, September 16, 2017, The Paley Center for Media hosted the final day of its 11th Annual PaleyFest Fall TV Previews, honoring the EPIX series Berlin Station at the Paley Center in Beverly Hills.

Panelists included: Richard Armitage, “Daniel Miller”; Leland Orser, “Robert Kirsch”; Ashley Judd, “BB Yates”; Keke Palmer, “April Lewis”; and Executive Producer & Showrunner, Bradford Winters; with TV Guide Magazine’s Jim Halterman as the moderator.

The Paley Center for Media hosted the ten-day festival celebrating Fall TV’s most anticipated new and returning series including shows from all four major broadcast networks, cable television, and premium streaming services.

SURFRIDER FOUNDATION'S TWO COASTS ONE OCEAN FUNDRAISING EVENT IN THE PACIFIC PALISADES TO PROTECT CLEAN WATER AND HEALTHY BEACHES

The Surfrider Foundation hosted the second of two annual Two Coasts One Ocean bicoastal fundraisers to support clean water and healthy beaches on Saturday, September 16th in the Pacific Palisades, CA.

Guests were invited to enjoy handcrafted cocktails at the open bar and a seated dinner by renowned caterer L.A. Roots, bid on custom surfboards and specialty items at the silent auction, win once-in-a-lifetime surf experiences, and dance to the sounds of DJ MAXV and an acoustic set by Ethan Tucker. The evening was sponsored by KROQ, JetBlue, Uber, SALT., Don Q Rum, Gucci, and DaKine.

With 33 years of fighting for the protection of our ocean waves and beaches, and more than 80 local chapters and 60 youth clubs across the nation, the organization has made incredible strides including working with a coalition to help pass the first statewide ban on single-use plastic bags, making California the first state to outlaw single-use plastic bags. Funds raised from TWO COASTS ONE OCEAN will go towards furthering Surfrider’s mission and activist network dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of our ocean and coasts for the future.

Rock ‘N Roll Legends Raise Funds for Safety Harbor Kids Music Education

On Sunday October 29th, nonprofit Safety Harbor Kids is having their 10th Annual Concert Fundraiser to support music education programs for orphans, foster and homeless children. The event, hosted by Topa Mountain winery in Ojai, will include music by Robby Krieger of The Doors, drummer and Chicago co-founder, Danny Seraphine, KISS guitarist Tommy Thayer, singer, actor Tony Grant of AZ Yet and the Tyler Perry show, Jeff Beck bassist Phil Chen, SHK Music Director Edward Roth on keys .
Robby Krieger, wrote hits for The Doors including “Light My Fire”, “Touch Me” and “Love Her Madly” among others. Danny Seraphine wrote and contributed to many of Chicago’s hits including “Lowdown", “Street Player” and others. Guests will also enjoy special entertainment by Maria Elena Infantino. Also performing will be American Idol top four finalist, Jessica Meuse accompanied by drummer Rock Deadrick of the Jacksons, Ben Harper and Tracy Chapman, and they will have a live Facebook broadcast by the soulful and sweet sounds of singer songwriter, Kirsten Collins. The evening will be emceed by comedian and radio personality, Hal Sparks.
The venue, Topa Mountain Winery in Ojai, CA offers spacious grounds with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. VIP guests will enjoy appetizers, dinner, glass of wine, drinks and an area upfront to view the show. Guests will also enjoy a complimentary cappuccino bar by LongShot Australian Roast Coffee and organic tea by Charles and Company, Hint Water and Lori’s Lemonade.
Businesses supporting the event include Garnet Security, Southern California Life Magazine, Ojai Business Center, Hollywood Studio rentals, Drum Paradise and All Access Stage, Ventura County Blues Society. Since 2007, SHK has partnered with such companies as SoCal Edison, Guitar Center, McCabe’s Guitar Shop, Wells Fargo, Hint Water, and others to raise funds for the charities education programs.
“The children we serve have nothing – no parents, no family, no transportation.” Says SHK President, Petrie Alexandra Williams. “Without our help the girls will end up on the streets kidnapped, raped and trafficked. This is real and it’s in your backyard – these kids need your help..” She states emphatically.
Safety Harbor Kids supporters include Jackson Browne, Albert Lee, Peter Asher, Bonnie Raitt, Tom Petty, Paul Barrrere and Fred Tackett of Little Feat, Tony Braunagel, Inara George, Coco Montoya, Deb Ryder, Miles Tackett and others in the music industry. Other supporters include Malcolm McDowell, Reese Witherspoon, Jeremy Piven, James Belushi, Wendie Malick and Dee Wallace. Go to www.SafetyHarborKids,org to sponsor a child or attend concert.

The Los Angeles Times “The Taste” 2017 – September 1-3

Took place over Labor Day Weekend at the famous Paramount Studios backlot in Los Angeles. This great food event was hosted by The Times’ Food staff along with some of the top chefs and bartenders in Los Angeles. With over 100 Vendors on display ranging from food, wines, cooking demos and great spirits!

Highlights included a chat with Lukshon chef Sang Yoon and a dinner hosted by critic Jonathan Gold. The weekend rounds up with a "Sunday Block Party", followed by a colorful "Flavors of L.A." cooking event. In addition, various LA Times editors and writers hosted daily panel discussions and demonstrations on topics from farm-to- table cuisine to how to mix the perfect cocktails.

Another highlight took place Sunday with L.A. Times restaurant critic Jonathan Gold, interviewing Actor Danny Trejo of Trejo's Tacos, Trejo's Cantina, Trejo's Coffee & Donuts.

Events that took place over the Weekend in order:
Opening Night; Friday, Sept. 1, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. The Taste’s most intimate soiree featured a collection of tastings, distinctive cocktail and wine offerings, and a chance to party on the backlot with The Times’ hosts and the weekend’s participating chefs and mixologists. Restaurants included Baran’s 2239, Bourbon Steak, Chinese Laundry, Crying Tiger, Fat Dragon, Friends & Family, Georgie, Hatchet Hall, Lao Tao, Little Fatty, Mainland Poke, Scratch Bar & Kitchen, Side Chick, Simone, Tabula Rasa Bar and Tar & Roses.

Field to Fork – Hosted by Amy Scattergood, Times Food Editor, and Sang Yoon, Chef/Owner of Father’s Office and Lukshon; Saturday., Sept. 2, noon to 3 p.m. Inspired by Southern California’s agricultural roots and DIY attitude, Yoon and Miles Thompson (Michael’s) shared each their farmers market savvy through individual cooking demos using their favorite bright and flavorful ingredients. Scattergood led a discussion about the importance of farms and eating local with Romeo Coleman (Coleman Family Farms), Alex Weiser (Weiser Family Farms) and Wes Whitsell (Manuela). Restaurants included Aqui es Texcoco, Banh Oui, Cento Pasta Bar, Coni’Seafood, Cruciferous, M Café, Maury’s Bagels, McConnell’s Fine Ice Creams, Robert’s Catering Service and VCHOS Pupuseria Moderna.

Dinner with a Twist – Hosted by Jonathan Gold, Times Restaurant Critic, Jenn Harris, Times Deputy Food Editor, Antonia Lofaso, Chef/Owner of Scopa Italian Roots and Black Market Liquor Bar, and Marco A. Ramos, Mixologist at Scopa Italian Roots; Saturday, Sept. 2, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. L.A.’s dining and cocktail culture took the stage with a chef-bartender demo by Lofaso and Ramos, and by Allan Katz and Jonathan Whitener (Here’s Looking At You). Breana Jackson (Sugar & Spice: Baked by Bre), Danielle Bennett (Lady on the Rocks), Derrick Lewis (Not Your Mama’s Kitchen) and Chef E Dubble (E Dubble Catering/Grilled Fraiche) celebrating urban gastronomy with a collaborative showcase of their signature concoctions, and Meredith Hayman (Michael’s), Gabriella Mlynarczyk (Accomplice Bar) and Brynn Smith (Sotto) shook it up with a group demo. Restaurants included Barrel & Ashes, Beauty & Essex, Black Market Liquor Bar, Faith & Flower, Mayura Indian Restaurant, Pedalers Fork, Scopa Italian Roots, Szechuan Impression, The Bellwether, The Ponte and Wolf.

Sunday Block Party – Hosted by Noelle Carter, Times Test Kitchen Director, and Sherry Yard, Chef/Owner of Tuck Room Tavern; Sunday, Sept. 3, noon to 3 p.m. Great food and good times were the order of the day at the block party on the backlot, where Yard was demystify pastry-baking for home cooks and David LeFevre (Manhattan Beach Post) was given a master class on making biscuits. Carter hosted a talk with Chris Phelps (Salt’s Cure) about what it means to brunch at some of the most innovative spots around town. Restaurants included Cheezus, Cocobella Creamery, E.A.K. Ramen, Hotville Chicken & Chops, Hummus Yummy Food Truck, MessHall, Otium, Rosaliné, The Butcher’s Daughter and Tuck Room Tavern.

Flavors of L.A. – Hosted by Jonathan Gold, Times Restaurant Critic, and Gilberto Cetina Jr., Chef/Owner of Chichen Itza and Holbox; Sunday, Sept. 3, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.
Closing night of The Taste embraced the depth and diversity of flavors that make Los Angeles one of the most exciting places to dine through demos by Cetina, Wes Avila (Guerrilla Tacos) and the team behind Badmaash: Pawan, Nakul and Arjun Mahendro. Gold explored Korean barbecue with masters of the grill: Jenee Kim (Park’s Barbeque) and Chris Oh (Seoul Sausage Co.). Restaurants included Chichen Itza, Frankland’s Crab & Co., Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken, Holbox, Luv2eat Thai Bistro, Meals by Genet, Pasta Sisters, Revolutionario North African Tacos, Same Same and Worldwide Tacos. Los Angeles Times The Taste was presented by JetBlue Plus Card is produced in association with Best Events. The Collins College of Hospitality Management, L.A. Regional Food Bank and Midnight Mission are the event’s charity beneficiaries.

The 7th Annual Los Angeles Food & Wine Festival

A weekend filled with great food, drinks, fun and a special musical performance at this year's seventh Annual Los Angeles Food & Wine Festival held at the famous Grand Avenue in Downtown Los Angeles.
The event kicked off Thursdays night with Curtis Stone hosting the night and both of his restaurants Gwen and Maude serving courses.

Our favorite: The curry-inflected fried chicken bite with truffle honey and hush puppies from Barbara Jean chef Jason Fullilove, absolutely delicious.

Friday Night at the Market

The Friday Night Market featured an abundance of unique tastings using seasonally inspired ingredients from some of the nation's most influential chefs. The event was a multi-sensory street food experience that brings the flavors of night markets from Taipei to Kuala Lumpur to Grand Avenue! Serving up traditional as well as interpretive street grub from both established restaurants and mom-and-pop joints, the Night Market recreates the celebratory chaos and delicious energy of the quintessential Night Market experience with a distinct West Coast flavor. Along with tastings of street food from over 30 participating restaurants and eateries.

LIVE on Grand hosted by Tyler Florence featuring Wyclef Jean on Saturday Night

A great evening that included 30 chefs and 100 wines serving delicious foods and spirits while guests enjoyed the City's Skyline of Downtown LA. Hosted by renowned chef Tyler Florence who's restaurant served up some delicious specialty. The evening concluded with a great performance by Wyclef Jean.

Other events were held at Barker Hangar in Santa Monica and various locations throughout Los Angeles.

TERRIFYING NEW NIGHTMARES IN STORE FOR THE 45TH SEASON OF KNOTT’S SCARY FARM

The most haunting Halloween event in Southern California, Knott’s Scary Farm, returns with unimaginable scares and innovative thrills for its 45th season. The fully transformed park will feature 13 uniquely haunted mazes and attractions, including the return of Elvira, Mistress of the Dark, for her last performance as she bids farewell to the Scary Farm crowds with an all-new show. Knott’s Scary Farm is back for 25 horrifying nights from September 21 – October 31. This year’s Knott’s Scary Farm experience has all the ingredients of a truly terrifying nightmare, but unlike most dreams, Knott’s Scary Farm is a nightmare you can’t wake up from.

The new season will bring unnerving nightmares to life as it debuts three all-new, unique haunted attractions, each introducing new menacing storylines and heinous never-before-seen characters.

Dark Ride (New for 2017) – Guests will journey through an abandoned carnival ride where cruel characters still linger in the shadows in Dark Ride, Knott’s Scary Farm’s newest maze. The carnival attraction has become a refuge for sideshow freaks and now those shunned performers have created an ominous world where they plan to unleash terror on those who enter. Dark Ride will lead brave visitors through a treacherous path and into the bowels of a long neglected attraction as sinister shadows and horrifying scenes cast darkness over the once pleasant ride.

Pumpkin Eater (New for 2017) – Daring guests will attempt to survive the wrath of the murderous 7-foot tall creature that haunts the old woods surrounding The Hollow in this year’s new maze, Pumpkin Eater. The notorious creature is on the prowl, hidden within the dark confines of the haunted town he once terrorized. To escape the sinister Pumpkin Eater’s wrath all who enter must go on a quest through the silent town of victims, face a cave of crawling insects and solve the labyrinth of thorns that blocks the only way out.

Trick-or-Treat: Lights Out (New for 2017) - Scared of the dark? Returning more sinister and twisted than ever before, guests are invited to step inside the Green Witch’s haunted home and venture through its dark pathways in Trick or Treat: Lights Out. Armed with only a faulty flashlight, brave visitors must face the terror of the Green Witch’s house completely in the dark. Featuring new state-of-the-art effects, unexpected scares and other eerie surprises, Trick-or-Treat is back to terrorize like never before.

Returning Favorites

Returning for the last and final year at Knott’s Scary Farm, Elvira is back with a bang, in a brand new spectacular farewell show, Elvira, Mistress of the Dark. The exclusive performance will pay homage to the Queen of Halloween’s celebrated comedy-horror film, complete with musical numbers, dance and humor. Knott’s Scary Farm will be the exclusive home of Elvira for her final performance this Halloween season.

Special Ops: Infected – The city is in need of brave soldiers looking to stop the zombie apocalypse in an all-out war against the undead in this interactive experience, Special Ops: Infected. Armed with specially designed laser guns, brave groups of guests will embark on a mission to find the cure to the infection by navigating through sprawling city streets and buildings. The popular attraction includes blood thirsty zombies, more interactive targets than ever before, along with multiple action-packed surprises hidden around every corner.

Shadow Lands – A fulfilling life ensures a soul safe passage into eternity, but what happens to the souls of soldiers slain in battle? The Shadow Lands maze invites valiant wanderers to fight off demon samurais whose souls are cursed to rot within the depths of purgatory. Guests will embark on a quest through a sacred shrine, an ancient Japanese temple and into the midst of the shadow lands.

PARANORMAL, INC. – A fan favorite, Paranormal Inc., returns to Hayden Hill for another bone-chilling year. Featuring high flying aerial stunts and scares, guests investigate a haunted hospital. Where demonic spirits have been detected throughout the mysterious halls and new unexpected bloodcurdling surprises are hidden around every corner.

Red Barn – The horrifying, blood-soaked Red Barn re-opens its doors, filled with carnivorous animals seeking to prey on human flesh in the park’s goriest maze. Legend has it, the farmer who owns the barn was transformed into a heinous creature who sends his sadistic sons to procure food and new victims. None dare enter the barn, for those who enter, never escape.

The Tooth Fairy - This twisted tooth fairy steals more than just baby teeth as he drags his victims out of their bedroom window and into a world of cruel dentistry. Unbelievable special effects include a blackout room through which guests must feel their way out, a disorienting x-ray strobe light room, and a final encounter with the terrifying tooth fairy himself. Say aahhh.

Voodoo - Order of the Serpent: The haunting legend of Papa Legba continues as guests follow him on his foreboding journey to conjure the serpent demon goddess in the outskirts of New Orleans. Trudge cautiously through the cursed swamps of the Deep South, where creatures search the murky bogs for their next bloody sacrifice and demons curse the innocent with Voodoo hexes.

The Hanging® - A live stage show on the Calico Mine stage irreverently looks back at the year's pop culture with killer comedy. Notorious for its special effects, pyrotechnics and high-flying stunts, The Hanging is a no-holds-barred assault on pop culture’s most infamous moments of the past year. A must see parody!

Scare Zones Knott’s Scary Farm is far more than a collection of haunted attractions. Every night monsters spill out onto the streets and turn theme park midways into murderous scare zones. From the world famous Ghost Town Streets to the Boardwalk area filled with evil clowns, there’s nowhere to hide at Knott’s Scary Farm. Ghost Town Streets is the original and largest, most terrifying scare zone that started it all. Bands of half-human, half-animal monsters prowl the streets and inhabit the fog, while the notoriously startling sliders lunge from every fog-filled corner of the land. Fiesta De Los Muertos features colorful costumes and larger than life stilt walkers in a dark scare zone. In the Boardwalk, clowns crave your undying attention in the CarnEVIL scare zone. Returning for a second year, The Hollow scare zone will terrorize guests as they find themselves in a war between three covens of witches and their armies of the undead. The fog-filled streets along with the army of the undead treacherously blend into the shadowy night as they frighten all whom they encounter. Featuring an all new fiery finale, The Hollow is a practically all new with a themed maze to accompany it.

Knott’s Scary Farm Pass & Admission

The Knott’s Scary Farm Pass returns for the 2017 season and offers unlimited visits to all 25 event nights. Current 2017 Knott’s Berry Farm Season Passholders can purchase the pass at the limited time price of $80 and non-passholders can purchase the Scary Farm Pass for just $90. Prices valid through Sept. 17 or while supplies last. Plus applicable taxes and fees. Single night tickets - Buy tickets at KnottsScaryFarm.com and save up to $35 off the regular main gate price of $75. Knott’s Season Passholders receive a discount on single night tickets. Applicable taxes and fees apply to online orders. Fright & Fast Lane – For the first time ever, ride and scream all night long with unlimited priority access to all mazes plus priority boarding on all Fast Lane rides. Fright & Fast Lane starts at $80 and varies by night. Separate Scary Farm park admission required, and not included. Combo Tickets offering admission plus Fright & Fast Lane are an especially great value starting as low as $115 plus applicable taxes and fees. This combo is only available online. Save up to $40 with this admission plus Fright & Fast Lane Combo and Knott’s Season Passholders save up to an additional $5. Scary Farm Boo-Fet + Early Entry - Offered at Mrs. Knott’s Chicken Dinner Restaurant and Spurs Chophouse, munch with monsters before Knott’s Scary Farm opens each night. Meals include a 2017 souvenir bottle, which includes unlimited complimentary refills on the event night and $1.00 refills for the rest of the 2017 season. After dinner, enjoy early entry into select parts of Knott's Scary Farm a few minutes before it opens to other mortals. Boo-fet dinner is $28.99 + applicable taxes and fees when purchased online and $33.99 + tax when purchased at the door. Separate theme park admission required, and not included. Knott’s Scary Farm General parking is $20 per vehicle and can be purchased online or at the parking booth upon arrival. Applicable taxes and fees apply to online orders. All Season Long Parking is valid for Knott’s Scary Farm nights.

Knott’s Scary Farm has welcomed millions of visitors over the past 45 years and has become an institution in the Southern California theme park landscape. This year, the event returns September 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30 October 1, 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31. Knott’s Scary Farm is open 7:00 pm – 1:00 am select Thursdays, Sundays, Monday and Halloween Night and 7:00 pm – 2:00 am Fridays and Saturdays. Due to the explicit and frightening nature of the event, it is not recommended for children under 13. This year’s Knott’s Scary Farm experience is where nightmares never end!

For more information on Knott’s Scary Farm, including admission, park hours and events, visit knottsscaryfarm.com or download the Knott’s Berry Farm app for your smart phone. Join the scary conversation by using #ScaryFarm on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat.

The Queen Mary's Dark Harbor Introduces Sinister Circus Haunted Costume Ball July 29

Dark Harbor Returns to the Haunted Ship September 28 with Tickets On-Sale July 1
The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor, Southern California’s most terrifyingly authentic haunt, will once again rise from the deep sweltering history of the infamous ship September 28 – November 1, 2017 with tickets on-sale beginning July 1. At the annual Midsummer Scream festival July 29-30, the Queen Mary will unveil all the new and exciting tricks being “cooked” up for the 2017 season of Dark Harbor. In celebration, fans are invited to mingle with Dark Harbor’s cast of ominous spirits at Sinister Circus, a new haunted summer costume ball aboard the Queen Mary on Saturday, July 29 from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.
The creators behind Queen Mary’s infamous Dark Harbor dare you to step right up for a wicked after-hours celebration at the first-ever Sinister Circus. Following a day of ghoulish fun at Long Beach’s Midsummer Scream, experience the one-of-a-kind summer costume ball at the most iconic paranormal activity location in the world – The Queen Mary. Dance under the stars, dress in your best costume for a chance to win cash prizes, and mingle with your favorite characters of Dark Harbor. Celebrate Halloween in July aboard the Queen Mary and get a sneak-peak of some of the terrifying new tales brewing for the coming Dark Harbor season.
Dark Harbor brings some of the true haunted tales of The Queen Mary to life. Named one of the top 10 most haunted places on Earth by Time Magazine, The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor offers the most authentically frightening experience available. The annual event begins September 28 and continues to scare those who dare on select nights through November 1. Tickets to Dark Harbor will be available online beginning Saturday, July 1. General admission ticket prices start at just $20 online, with Fast Fright, VIP Passes, and lodging packages available. For a limited time, Dark Harbor is offering a 40% discount on tickets for select nights, while supplies last.
For more information or to purchase tickets online, visit www.queenmary.com/dark-harbor.

FREAKLING BROS. THE TRILOGY OF TERROR CELEBRATES 25TH PETRIFYING YEAR IN LAS VEGAS

Freakling Bros is proud to announce The Trilogy of Terror will celebrate its 25th terrifying year in Las Vegas. Voted one of the top five haunted attractions in the world by TopHaunts.com, The Trilogy of Terror will once again feature the classic Castle Vampyre, the experimental Coven of 13 and the award-winning, world famous Gates of Hell, Nevada’s first and only R-rated attraction, which will unveil a new room this season. The Trilogy of Terror will open for the 2017 Halloween season on Friday, Sept. 29, 2017 at 7 p.m.
In celebration of its 25th year, Freakling Bros. will offer a special $25 “Freak Pass” on Wednesday, October 25, which includes access to all three haunts during that evening, as well as a souvenir photograph. In addition, Freakling Bros. has announced the return of the frightening VICTIM EXPERIENCE. Titled VICTIM EXPERIENCE IV: The Sepsis Doctrine, those brave enough to take part will experience a twisted, masochistic and utterly hellish experience for that special kind of thrill seeker. The VICTIM EXPERIENCE is unlike any other haunted experience in the country. Held nightly after-hours, “victims” who make it through the experience will receive a special edition survivor t-shirt. Originally unveiled in 2013, VICTIM EXPERIENCE has experience a success rate of less than 30%. For more information, please visit thevictimexperience.com.
Located at the Grand Canyon Shopping Center at 4245 S. Grand Canyon Dr. (Flamingo and the 215 Beltway), the Freakling Bros. The Trilogy of Terror box office will operate from 7 p.m. to midnight on Fridays and Saturdays and from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday – Thursday through Thursday, Oct. 26. The box office will close at midnight from Friday, Oct. 27 through Tuesday, Oct. 31. Castle Vampyre, Coven of 13 and Gates of Hell will remain open until every ticket holder has entered. Dates of operation will be Sept. 29 – Oct. 1, Oct. 6 – 8 and Oct. 13 – 31.
Tickets are $15 for COVEN of 13 and Castle Vampyre and $17 for Gates of Hell. Line-pass t-shirts are available for $15 and are valid all month. Discounts are available for combining houses and multiple visits, including the $39 “Freak Pass.” To enter the Gates of Hell you must be at least 17 years of age or accompanied by an adult, and you must sign a consent form. For more information on The Trilogy of Terror, call 362-FEAR or visit www.freaklingbros.com.
ABOUT FREAKLING BROS.
Established in 1976, Freakling Bros., creators of Las Vegas' premier haunted attractions, unveiled the city’s first free-standing haunted attractions in 1992, later introducing the industry’s first six-trailer, self-contained mobile attraction, paving the way for a new concept in haunted houses that would sweep the country.
In 2011, Duke and son JT Mollner introduced the first-ever R-rated attraction in Gates of Hell to the haunted experiences at The Trilogy of Terror. An experiment in serious, uncompromising, interactive horror, Gates of Hell helped The Trilogy of Terror earn top honors from The Scare Zone, earning a score of 6 on a scale of 0 – 5. The Trilogy of Terror was also named #1 in the Western United States. In 2015, Freakling Bros. announced the Circus of Horrors would be retired and replaced by the groundbreaking Coven of 13, a horrifying journey through witches, warlocks and black magic.

Extraordinary: Stan Lee

Held at the Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills, Stan Lee was honored by a roster of celebrity guests and industry giants during an intimate, nostalgic look back at his storied career during Extraordinary: Stan Lee. The live show was broadcasted in more than 180 movie theaters in the U.S. and Canada.

Hosted by Chris Hardwick, special guests included: David Hasselhoff (Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 2), Tom Bergeron (Dancing with the Stars), Lou Ferrigno (The Incredible Hulk), Pom Klementieff (Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 2), Michael Rooker (Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 2), Alan Tudyk (Star Wars: Rogue One), musician/producer RZA (Blade Trinity), director Jon Schnepp (The Death of ‘Superman Lives’: What Happened?), Peter Shinkoda (Marvel’s Daredevil), Kelly Hu (X2: X-Men United), director Morgan Spurlock (Super-Size Me), Todd McFarlane (Amazing Spider-Man), Andy Signore (Screen Junkies), writer Marv Wolfman (Crisis on Infinite Earths), producer Michael Uslan (Batman), director David Yarovesky (Guardians Inferno), producer/director Kenneth Johnson (The Incredible Hulk), Hal Sparks (Queer as Folk), Disney Imagineer Ted Robledo (Iron Man Experience).

Event partners included fundraising platform Omaze, Make-A-Wish®, FILA, Society 6, Disney Home Entertainment, Marvel Studios, Marvel-themed Entertainment, Sara Lee, Randolph Engineering, White Castle, Love Bites Pastry by Val, Shaka’s Sunglasses, Panavision, and It’s a Keen Impression Cake Studio. FILA’s original Fitness x Stan Lee was designed to pay homage to signature elements of Mr. Lee’s personal style and characters from the Marvel universe. Only two pairs of the FILA x Stan Lee shoes were made, including one for Mr. Lee himself and one for the event’s Omaze winner in support of Make-A-Wish®.

THE PALEY CENTER FOR MEDIA ANNOUNCES EXCLUSIVE EXHIBITION CELEBRATING THE FINAL SEASON OF HULU’S THE MINDY PROJECT

“The Mindy Project”: Six Seasons of Style Curated by Costume Designer Salvador Perez will Feature Iconic Costumes, Photography, and Sketches from the Beloved Hulu Series
The Exhibit Opens to the Public on Saturday, August 26, 2017 at the Paley Center’s Beverly Hills Location
In celebration of the upcoming sixth and final season of The Mindy Project, The Paley Center for Media in Beverly Hills will showcase the bold color palette and trendsetting style of the critically acclaimed Hulu original comedy series, in an immersive and first-of-its-kind exhibit curated by the series’ Emmy-nominated Costume Designer and President of the Costume Designers Guild, Salvador Perez, that will run exclusively at the Paley Center beginning August 26, 2017.
“The Mindy Project”: Six Seasons of Style Curated by Costume Designer Salvador Perez will explore the unique relationship that costumes have played in bringing the series to life, featuring costumes worn by the cast from seasons past and yet to be seen during the final sixth season. The interactive exhibit will also feature life-size episodic photography, costume sketches, and behind-the-scenes video segments that will take visitors inside Mindy Lahiri's fun, fabulous and oh-so-stylish world.
“We’re thrilled to give fans of The Mindy Project the rare up-close opportunity to see the fun and vibrant costumes worn by the loveable Mindy Lahiri,” said Maureen J. Reidy, the Paley Center’s President & CEO. “This exclusive exhibit is one of the many examples of the unique, artistic, and immersive exhibit experiences the Paley Center provides to visitors year round.”
"Salvador Perez is an incredible artist who matched Mindy Lahiri's larger-than-life personality with couture beyond any woman's dreams. You may not approve of everything Mindy says, but you always approve of her fashion," said The Mindy Project creator, writer, executive producer and star Mindy Kaling.
"Costume designing The Mindy Project has been a career defining experience for me, I could never have imagined how magical this project would be. Looking back over six seasons and 117 episodes, I am very proud of the colorful, fashionable world I was able to create and share with the fans of The Mindy Project. This exhibit is a gift to the fans who have been so supportive all these years," said costume designer Salvador Perez.
Whether bedecked in dazzling sequined saris, to-die-for coats, or au courant gold unitards, Mindy Lahiri (played by Mindy Kaling) is one of television’s most fashion-forward characters and her iconic style has added a unique and popular facet to the beloved, award-winning series. The final, sixth season of The Mindy Project premieres Tuesday, September 12 on Hulu, with new episodes streaming weekly on Tuesdays. All episodes of seasons one through five are currently streaming on Hulu.
In addition to the exhibit, the cast and creative team of The Mindy Project, including Mindy Kaling, will appear at the Paley Center on September 8, as part of PaleyFest Fall Previews. The evening will include a special preview of the upcoming season and an intimate discussion with the cast and creative team, followed by an audience Q & A. For more information and to purchase tickets please visit paley.me/previews.
“The Mindy Project”: Six Seasons of Style Curated by Costume Designer Salvador Perez which is free and open to the public, will run at the Paley Center through October 1, 2017. For more information visit paley.me/mindyexhibit

Sharknado 5: Global Swarming

Sharknado 5 took place at the Matt Franco Theater located at the Linq in Las Vegas on Sunday, August 6th. Cast in attendance included: Tara Reid, Ian Ziering, Cassie Scerbo and Masiela Lusha. Anthony C. Ferrante, director of the “Sharknado” franchise, and screenwriter Scotty Mullen were joined on the carpet by additional Sharknado cast members, Cody Linley and Olympic diver Greg Louganis. Other celebrities in attendance included Kendra Wilkinson, Eileen Davidson, Nichelle Nichols, Caroline Williams, Jena Sims, just to name a few.

Following the premiere, celebrities and fans attended the official after party at The Line Pool swarming with sharks.

'Saturday Night Live,' 'Westworld' top 2017 Emmy nominations

HBO’s “Westworld” and NBC’s “Saturday Night Live” tied for the most nominations for the 2017 Emmy Awards, earning the most with 22 each. HBO’s drama scored with viewers, averaging 12 million per episode across all its platforms — the most ever for a freshman series on the cabler. It’s been renewed for a second season, though no premiere date has been announced.
NBC’s veteran sketch show, “SNL,” similarly enjoyed a ratings surge this season, fueled by the swirl of headlines from the election and the Trump Administration, and star turns from Alec Baldwin as Donald Trump and Melissa McCarthy as Sean Spicer (both were nominated). This past season ranked as its most-watched in 23 years.
Netflix’s freshman hit “Stranger Things,” meanwhile, landed 18 nominations, with noms for best drama, supporting actress Millie Bobby Brown, and supporting actor David Harbour, among others. “Feud: Bette and Joan” also nabbed 18 noms, thanks to lead actresses Jessica Lange and Susan Sarandon and its supporting cast (Judy Davis, Jackie Hoffman, Alfred Molina and Stanley Tucci).
HBO topped the list of networks with 110 nominations, followed by Netflix in second at 91, fueled by noms for “Stranger Things” and “The Crown,” which got 13 noms, including best drama. NBC jumped to third place with 60, thanks to the freshman drama “This Is Us” (the first broadcast contender in the drama race since 2011’s “The Good Wife”) and “Saturday Night Live,” while FX fell to fourth place at 54, just two shy of last year’s total of 56.
The drama series race showed the biggest shakeup, with five of the slots going to new series: “The Crown,” “The Handmaid’s Tale,” “Stranger Things,” “This Is Us” and “Westworld.” Last year’s most-nommed show, “Game of Thrones,” isn’t eligible for the Emmys this year because of its mid-July premiere date.
The nominations for “Handmaid’s Tale” — 13 overall, including Elisabeth Moss as lead actress — represent a huge step forward for Hulu. The streaming service, which nabbed 18 overall, has now finally arrived on the awards scene, alongside competitors Netflix and Amazon (16 total nominations).
FX’s critically adored “Atlanta” was the only new comedy, though, to break into that category, taking “Transparent’s” slot.
Stephen Colbert, host of CBS’ “Late Show,” will host the Emmy Awards live from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday, Sept. 17 at 5 p.m. PT. The ceremony will air live on CBS.

War for the Planet of the Apes – Watch Andy Serkis Become Caesar!

With only a few weeks left until the premiere of War for the Planet of the Apes, 20th Century Fox has released a stunning video of Andy Serkis becoming Caesar – a video that shows he is not just voicing a CGI character, but acting the role in the truest sense. War for the Planet of the Apes opens on July 14th.

THE 90th OSCARS REUNITES HOST JIMMY KIMMEL AND PRODUCERS MICHAEL DE LUCA AND JENNIFER TODD FOR HOLLYWOOD’S MOST CELEBRATED EVENT OF THE YEAR

For a second consecutive year, late-night talk show favorite Jimmy Kimmel will return to host the Oscars® telecast and Michael De Luca and Jennifer Todd will produce, Academy President Cheryl Boone Isaacs announced. The 90th Academy Awards® will air live on the ABC Television Network and broadcast outlets worldwide on Oscar® Sunday, March 4, 2018.
"Jimmy, Mike and Jennifer are truly an Oscar Dream Team," said Boone Isaacs. "Mike and Jennifer produced a beautiful show that was visually stunning. And Jimmy proved, from his opening monologue all the way through a finale we could never have imagined, that he is one our finest hosts in Oscar history."
"Hosting the Oscars was a highlight of my career and I am grateful to Cheryl, Dawn and the Academy for asking me to return to work with two of my favorite people, Mike De Luca and Jennifer Todd," said Kimmel. "If you think we screwed up the ending this year, wait until you see what we have planned for the 90th anniversary show!"
"It’s not often you get two chances to have a once-in-a-lifetime experience and even more rare to be handed the keys to a party 90 years in the making," said De Luca and Todd. "We always thought the idea that anything can happen on the Oscars was a cliché until we lived it."
"Our Oscars team this year delivered a show that hit every high note," said Academy CEO Dawn Hudson. "Jimmy brought back the essence and light touch of the greatest hosts of Oscars' past. Mike and Jennifer's love of movies is infectious and touched every aspect of the show. This is the perfect team to lead us into the ninth decade."
"After just one year, we can’t imagine anyone else hosting The Oscars. Jimmy’s skillful command of the stage is invaluable on a night when anything can happen – and does," said Channing Dungey, President, ABC Entertainment. "With Mike and Jennifer at the helm, we’re ready for another unforgettable show that will dazzle, delight and, most importantly, honor 90 years of Hollywood’s most prestigious award."
Kimmel serves as host and executive producer of the Emmy®-winning "Jimmy Kimmel Live!," ABC’s late-night talk show. Now in its 15th season, "JKL" has earned six Emmy nominations in the Outstanding Variety Series Talk category, the Writing for a Variety Series category, and the Variety, Music or Comedy Series category.
De Luca earned Best Picture Oscar nominations for producing "Captai" Phillips," "Moneyball" and "The Social Network." He is credited on more than 60 films, including the "Fifty Shades of Grey" trilogy, "Blow," "Magnolia," "American History X" and "Boogie Nights." He is a former president of production at Columbia Pictures, DreamWorks and New Line Cinema.
Todd is currently president of Pearl Street Films, the production company founded by Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, where she produced "Live by Night" and executive produced last year’s "Jason Bourne." Her other credits include such films as "Alice through the Looking Glass," "Celeste and Jesse Forever," "Alice in Wonderland," "Across the Universe," "Prime," "Memento," "Boiler Room" and the "Austin Powers" films. Todd earned an Emmy nomination for her work on the HBO television movie "If These Walls Could Talk 2."
The 90th Oscars will be held on Sunday, March 4, 2018, at the Dolby Theatre® at Hollywood & Highland Center® in Hollywood, and will be televised live on the ABC Television Network at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT. The Oscars also will be televised live in more than 225 countries and territories worldwide.