Be Conference, Hollywood’s leading mentorship event, is honored to welcome prominent artistic and business talent to this year’s 5-day virtual program including actress and activist Jessica Marie Garcia and actress, producer and entrepreneur Nikki Reed.
On Wednesday, July 22 at 5:00 p.m. Pacific, Sugaberry co-founders Tika Sumpter, star of ABC’s “Mixed-Ish,” and Thai Randolph, executive vice president and general manager of Kevin Hart’s Laugh Out Loud network, will host a live taping of their podcast “The Suga.” Sumpter and Randolph will be joined by special guest Kandi Burruss, award-winning singer/songwriter, actor and entrepreneur.
(From left:) Ivirlei Brookes, Caroline Aaron, Sanne Vloet and Aija Mayrock)
During the event, attendees will also have the opportunity to take part in mentorship sessions led by Sumpter and Randolph along with award-winning producer and actress Niecy Nash; “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” star Caroline Aaron; “Upload” star Andy Allo; international model...
On Wednesday, July 22 at 5:00 p.m. Pacific, Sugaberry co-founders Tika Sumpter, star of ABC’s “Mixed-Ish,” and Thai Randolph, executive vice president and general manager of Kevin Hart’s Laugh Out Loud network, will host a live taping of their podcast “The Suga.” Sumpter and Randolph will be joined by special guest Kandi Burruss, award-winning singer/songwriter, actor and entrepreneur.
(From left:) Ivirlei Brookes, Caroline Aaron, Sanne Vloet and Aija Mayrock)
During the event, attendees will also have the opportunity to take part in mentorship sessions led by Sumpter and Randolph along with award-winning producer and actress Niecy Nash; “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” star Caroline Aaron; “Upload” star Andy Allo; international model...
- 7/17/2020
- by Emily Vogel
- The Wrap
Network: Netflix.
Episodes: 39 (half-hour).
Seasons: Three.
TV show dates: March 23, 2018 — June 13, 2020.
Series status: Ended.
Performers include: Paris Berelc, Isabel May, Tiffani Thiessen, Eddie Shin, Jolie Jenkins, Emery Kelly, Finn Carr, Adam Ian Cohen, Iman Benson, and Merit Leighton.
TV show description:
From creator Heather Wordham, with showrunner Matthew Carlson, the Alexa & Katie TV show is a live-action, multi-camera sitcom aimed at tweens and young teens. The comedy centers on Alexa Mendoza (Berelc), who is undergoing treatment for cancer, just as she is about to enter her freshman year of high school.
Outgoing and enthusiastic, despite her diagnosis and treatment, Alexa loves life out loud. With her unique yet steadfast best...
Episodes: 39 (half-hour).
Seasons: Three.
TV show dates: March 23, 2018 — June 13, 2020.
Series status: Ended.
Performers include: Paris Berelc, Isabel May, Tiffani Thiessen, Eddie Shin, Jolie Jenkins, Emery Kelly, Finn Carr, Adam Ian Cohen, Iman Benson, and Merit Leighton.
TV show description:
From creator Heather Wordham, with showrunner Matthew Carlson, the Alexa & Katie TV show is a live-action, multi-camera sitcom aimed at tweens and young teens. The comedy centers on Alexa Mendoza (Berelc), who is undergoing treatment for cancer, just as she is about to enter her freshman year of high school.
Outgoing and enthusiastic, despite her diagnosis and treatment, Alexa loves life out loud. With her unique yet steadfast best...
- 6/14/2020
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
In today’s TV News Roundup, Starz announced the premiere date for its upcoming series “P-Valley” and Hulu released a trailer for “Taste the Nation with Padma Lakshmi.”
Casting
Audible has announced Diane Kruger will narrate Gayle Forman’s first Audible original, “The End of my Heart,” Variety has exclusively learned. “The End of my Heart” is a fictional, audio-only tale of an intergenerational mother-daughter relationship and a secret that, if exposed, could threaten to take away everything they have. The audible original is set to be released on June 25.
Dates
Starz has announced that its upcoming series “P-Valley” will premiere on July 12 at 8 p.m. Self-adapted by playwright Katori Hall from her play “Pussy Valley,” the series follows the community that builds around a strip club in the Mississippi Delta. Each of the eight episodes will be directed by a woman. The series comes from Chernin Entertainment. Watch the teaser below.
Casting
Audible has announced Diane Kruger will narrate Gayle Forman’s first Audible original, “The End of my Heart,” Variety has exclusively learned. “The End of my Heart” is a fictional, audio-only tale of an intergenerational mother-daughter relationship and a secret that, if exposed, could threaten to take away everything they have. The audible original is set to be released on June 25.
Dates
Starz has announced that its upcoming series “P-Valley” will premiere on July 12 at 8 p.m. Self-adapted by playwright Katori Hall from her play “Pussy Valley,” the series follows the community that builds around a strip club in the Mississippi Delta. Each of the eight episodes will be directed by a woman. The series comes from Chernin Entertainment. Watch the teaser below.
- 5/20/2020
- by J. Kim Murphy
- Variety Film + TV
Netflix’s very first tween sitcom Alexa & Katie is set to return for a second season. Sophomore year, here we come! Season 1 of Alexa & Katie launched on March 23 and is currently streaming on Netflix. Watch it Here!
About Alexa & Katie:
Alexa & Katie, Netflix’s first fully produced tween sitcom, is a funny and heartwarming show about two best friends eagerly anticipating the start of their freshman year of high school. Despite the fact that Alexa (Paris Berelc – Mighty Med, Lab Rats: Elite Force) is undergoing cancer treatment, her outgoing personality and enthusiasm for life never falter, especially with her loyal and awkwardly adorable best friend Katie (newcomer Isabel May) by her side. At times they’re left feeling like outsiders, during a period when what seems to matter most is fitting in. Tiffani Thiessen (White Collar, Saved By The Bell) also stars as Lori, Alexa’s determined and protective mother.
About Alexa & Katie:
Alexa & Katie, Netflix’s first fully produced tween sitcom, is a funny and heartwarming show about two best friends eagerly anticipating the start of their freshman year of high school. Despite the fact that Alexa (Paris Berelc – Mighty Med, Lab Rats: Elite Force) is undergoing cancer treatment, her outgoing personality and enthusiasm for life never falter, especially with her loyal and awkwardly adorable best friend Katie (newcomer Isabel May) by her side. At times they’re left feeling like outsiders, during a period when what seems to matter most is fitting in. Tiffani Thiessen (White Collar, Saved By The Bell) also stars as Lori, Alexa’s determined and protective mother.
- 4/10/2018
- by Kristyn Clarke
- Age of the Nerd
Netflix’s first fully-produced tween sitcom has been renewed for a second season, the streaming service said Monday.
The comedy tells the story of freshman best friends Alexa Mendoza (Paris Berelc) and Katie Cooper (Isabel May). Alexa’s high school experience is complicated by the fact that she’s undergoing cancer treatment, but her gregarious personality never falters. Alexa and Katie go through the ups and downs of high school, trying to fit in during those turbulent years.
Also Read: Netflix Threatens to Skip Cannes Film Festival Screenings as Tensions Rise
“Alexa and Katie” also stars Tiffani Thiessen as Alexa’s mom Lori, along with Emery Kelly, Eddie Shin, Jolie Jenkins and Finn Carr.
“Hannah Montana” alum Heather Wordham created the show and executive produces.
You can stream Season 1 now on Netflix.
Read original story Tween Comedy ‘Alexa and Katie’ Gets a Sophomore Season at Netflix At TheWrap...
The comedy tells the story of freshman best friends Alexa Mendoza (Paris Berelc) and Katie Cooper (Isabel May). Alexa’s high school experience is complicated by the fact that she’s undergoing cancer treatment, but her gregarious personality never falters. Alexa and Katie go through the ups and downs of high school, trying to fit in during those turbulent years.
Also Read: Netflix Threatens to Skip Cannes Film Festival Screenings as Tensions Rise
“Alexa and Katie” also stars Tiffani Thiessen as Alexa’s mom Lori, along with Emery Kelly, Eddie Shin, Jolie Jenkins and Finn Carr.
“Hannah Montana” alum Heather Wordham created the show and executive produces.
You can stream Season 1 now on Netflix.
Read original story Tween Comedy ‘Alexa and Katie’ Gets a Sophomore Season at Netflix At TheWrap...
- 4/9/2018
- by Ashley Boucher
- The Wrap
Just a few weeks after its Season 1 launch, Netflix has ordered a second season of its first tween sitcom Alexa & Katie, toplined by Disney Xd star Paris Berelc (Mighty Med, Lab Rats: Elite Force) and newcomer Isabel May.
Created and executive produced by Heather Wordham (Hannah Montana, Reba), who also will serve as showrunner for Season 2, Alexa & Katie is about lifelong best friends Alexa (Berelc) and Katie (May), who are eagerly anticipating the start of their freshman year of high school. Despite the fact that Alexa is undergoing cancer treatment, her outgoing personality and enthusiasm for life never falter, especially with her loyal, quirky and awkwardly adorable best friend Katie by her side. At times they’re left feeling like outsiders, during a period when what seems to matter most is fitting in. Wordham takes over for Matthew Carlson, who was showrunner on Season 1.
Tiffani Thiessen (White Collar, Saved by the Bell) stars as Lori,...
Created and executive produced by Heather Wordham (Hannah Montana, Reba), who also will serve as showrunner for Season 2, Alexa & Katie is about lifelong best friends Alexa (Berelc) and Katie (May), who are eagerly anticipating the start of their freshman year of high school. Despite the fact that Alexa is undergoing cancer treatment, her outgoing personality and enthusiasm for life never falter, especially with her loyal, quirky and awkwardly adorable best friend Katie by her side. At times they’re left feeling like outsiders, during a period when what seems to matter most is fitting in. Wordham takes over for Matthew Carlson, who was showrunner on Season 1.
Tiffani Thiessen (White Collar, Saved by the Bell) stars as Lori,...
- 4/9/2018
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Netflix has renewed “Alexa & Katie” for a second season, the streaming giant announced Monday.
The first season of the series launched on March 23. The multi-camera sitcom follows the titular best friends through their freshman year of high school. Alexa (Paris Berelc) is undergoing cancer treatment, but makes it through thanks to her outgoing personality and the help of her best friend Katie (Isabel May). At times they’re left feeling like outsiders, during a period when what seems to matter most is fitting in. Tiffani Thiessen stars as Lori, Alexa’s determined and protective mother. The series also stars Emery Kelly, Eddie Shin, Jolie Jenkins, and Finn Carr.
Heather Wordham created the series and will take over as showrunner on Season 2. Her previous credits include “Hannah Montana” and “Reba.” Matthew Carlson was the showrunner on Season 1.
News of the series’ renewal comes just days after Netflix axed the high school comedy series “Everything Sucks!
The first season of the series launched on March 23. The multi-camera sitcom follows the titular best friends through their freshman year of high school. Alexa (Paris Berelc) is undergoing cancer treatment, but makes it through thanks to her outgoing personality and the help of her best friend Katie (Isabel May). At times they’re left feeling like outsiders, during a period when what seems to matter most is fitting in. Tiffani Thiessen stars as Lori, Alexa’s determined and protective mother. The series also stars Emery Kelly, Eddie Shin, Jolie Jenkins, and Finn Carr.
Heather Wordham created the series and will take over as showrunner on Season 2. Her previous credits include “Hannah Montana” and “Reba.” Matthew Carlson was the showrunner on Season 1.
News of the series’ renewal comes just days after Netflix axed the high school comedy series “Everything Sucks!
- 4/9/2018
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
[Editor’s Note: The following contains spoilers from “Alexa & Katie” Season 1.]
In the Season 1 finale of “Alexa & Katie,” freshman Alexa Mendoza (Paris Berelc) is preparing to attend the Winter Formal with math tutor-turned-crush Dylan (Jack Griffo). After she initially refused his sweet “Love, Actually”-style overture (complete with hand-written signs) and then worked through some misunderstandings, they’re finally set to have the classic Hollywood high school ending. And then the flu hits.
As a young woman with cancer, Alexa can’t risk being exposed to infectious diseases and therefore is resigned to sit out the dance. But there’s a reason why this show isn’t named just plain ol’ “Alexa.” True to form, Katie Cooper (Isabel May) comes to her best friend’s rescue by orchestrating an unexpected solution: everyone at the dance, not just Alexa, dons surgical masks covering their mouths and noses. Imagine all of these exquisitely coiffed and attired teenagers but with half-concealed faces dancing (and presumably smiling,...
In the Season 1 finale of “Alexa & Katie,” freshman Alexa Mendoza (Paris Berelc) is preparing to attend the Winter Formal with math tutor-turned-crush Dylan (Jack Griffo). After she initially refused his sweet “Love, Actually”-style overture (complete with hand-written signs) and then worked through some misunderstandings, they’re finally set to have the classic Hollywood high school ending. And then the flu hits.
As a young woman with cancer, Alexa can’t risk being exposed to infectious diseases and therefore is resigned to sit out the dance. But there’s a reason why this show isn’t named just plain ol’ “Alexa.” True to form, Katie Cooper (Isabel May) comes to her best friend’s rescue by orchestrating an unexpected solution: everyone at the dance, not just Alexa, dons surgical masks covering their mouths and noses. Imagine all of these exquisitely coiffed and attired teenagers but with half-concealed faces dancing (and presumably smiling,...
- 3/26/2018
- by Hanh Nguyen
- Indiewire
Netflix has released the trailer for “Alexa & Katie,” an upcoming original series about two teenagers whose imminent high-school career is complicated when one of them is diagnosed with cancer. Because they’re besties, Katie decides to shave her head in solidarity with Alexa. Watch the trailer below.
Here’s the synopsis: “‘Alexa & Katie’ is a funny and heartwarming show about two best friends eagerly anticipating the start of their freshman year of high school. Despite the fact that Alexa (Paris Berelc) is undergoing cancer treatment, her outgoing personality and enthusiasm for life never falter, especially with her loyal and awkwardly adorable best friend Katie (newcomer Isabel May) by her side. At times they’re left feeling like outsiders, during a period when what seems to matter most is fitting in. Tiffani Thiessen also stars as Lori, Alexa’s determined and protective mother.
“Created by Heather Wordham (‘Hannah Montana,’ ‘Reba’) with...
Here’s the synopsis: “‘Alexa & Katie’ is a funny and heartwarming show about two best friends eagerly anticipating the start of their freshman year of high school. Despite the fact that Alexa (Paris Berelc) is undergoing cancer treatment, her outgoing personality and enthusiasm for life never falter, especially with her loyal and awkwardly adorable best friend Katie (newcomer Isabel May) by her side. At times they’re left feeling like outsiders, during a period when what seems to matter most is fitting in. Tiffani Thiessen also stars as Lori, Alexa’s determined and protective mother.
“Created by Heather Wordham (‘Hannah Montana,’ ‘Reba’) with...
- 3/12/2018
- by Michael Nordine
- Indiewire
Netflix has released the official trailer for Alexa & Katie, its first teen sitcom about two best friends and the power of friendship as one undergoes cancer treatment. Created by Heather Wordham (Hannah Montana, Reba), with Matthew Carlson (Malcolm in the Middle, Samantha Who?) serving as showrunner, Alexa & Katie stars Disney Xd star Paris Berelc (Mighty Med, Lab Rats: Elite Force) and newcomer Isabel May as Alexa and Katie, respectively. Both are eager to start their…...
- 3/12/2018
- Deadline TV
A new multi-camera comedy is making its way to Netflix. The Alexa & Katie TV show will premiere on Friday, March 23, 2018 on Netflix. The series comes from creator Heather Wordham, and Malcolm in the Middle vet Matthew Carlson is taking the reins as showrunner. Check out first-look photos, above and below. A sitcom, Alexa & Katie centers on Alexa Mendoza (Paris Berelc), who is undergoing cancer treatment, and her best friend, Katie Cooper (Isabel May). The Netflix cast also includes Tiffani Thiessen, Emery Kelly, Eddie Shin, Jolie Jenkins, and Finn Carr. Read More…...
- 1/29/2018
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Netflix has slotted March 23 for the premiere of Alexa & Katie, its first multi-cam comedy series, toplined by Disney Xd star Paris Berelc (Mighty Med, Lab Rats: Elite Force) and newcomer Isabel May. The streaming service also unveiled some first-look photos (see above and below). Created by Heather Wordham (Hannah Montana, Reba), with comedy veteran Matthew Carlson (Malcolm in the Middle, Samantha Who?) serving as showrunner, Alexa & Katie is about lifelong best friends…...
- 1/29/2018
- Deadline TV
The Thundermans‘ Jack Griffo and newcomer Kerri Medders have joined the cast of Netflix's multi-camera comedy series Alexa & Katie. Created by Heather Wordham, with comedy veteran Matthew Carlson serving as showrunner, Alexa & Katie is about two lifelong best friends Alexa (Paris Berelc) and Katie (newcomer Isabel May), who are eagerly anticipating the start of their freshman year of high school. The friends confront a crisis that leaves them feeling like outsiders at a…...
- 8/3/2017
- Deadline TV
Eddie Shin (Westworld), Jolie Jenkins (Body Of Proof) and Emery Kelly (Best Friends Whenever) have joined the cast of Netflix’s multi-camera comedy series Alexa & Katie. Created by Heather Wordham, with comedy veteran Matthew Carlson serving as showrunner, Alexa & Katie is about two lifelong best friends Alexa (Paris Berelc) and Katie (newcomer Isabel May), who are eagerly anticipating the start of their freshman year of high school. The friends confront a crisis that…...
- 6/20/2017
- Deadline TV
Netflix has tapped Tiffani Thiessen, alumna of cult teen sitcom Saved By the Bell, for its first major foray in the genre, Alexa & Katie. Thiessen is set to co-star in the multi-camera comedy, toplined by Paris Berelc (Mighty Med) and newcomer Isabel May, which has a 13-episode, straight-to-series order for a 2018 premiere on the Internet network. Created by Heather Wordham, with comedy veteran Matthew Carlson serving as showrunner, Alexa & Katie is about two lifelong…...
- 6/7/2017
- Deadline TV
Another multi-cam sitcom is coming to Netflix. Deadline reports the streaming service has ordered a new TV series called Alexa & Katie.From Heather Wordham, the teen comedy "is about two lifelong best friends Alexa (Paris Berelc) and Katie (Isabel May), who are eagerly anticipating the start of their freshman year of high school. The friends confront a crisis that leaves them feeling like outsiders at a time when what seems to matter most is fitting in."Read More…...
- 4/11/2017
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Netflix is setting its sights on a much lighter teen series, following the release of the high school drama 13 Reasons Why.
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The streaming service has given a 13-episode order to Alexa & Katie, a multi-camera sitcom starring Paris Berelc (Disney Xd’s Lab Rats: Elite Force, Mighty Med) and newcomer Isabel May, our sister site Deadline reports.
The series centers around lifelong best friends Alexa (Berelc) and Katie (May), who are eagerly anticipating the start of their freshman year of high school. The pals confront a crisis that...
Related 13 Reasons Why Finale Recap: Who’s on Hannah’s Heartbreaking Final Tape?
The streaming service has given a 13-episode order to Alexa & Katie, a multi-camera sitcom starring Paris Berelc (Disney Xd’s Lab Rats: Elite Force, Mighty Med) and newcomer Isabel May, our sister site Deadline reports.
The series centers around lifelong best friends Alexa (Berelc) and Katie (May), who are eagerly anticipating the start of their freshman year of high school. The pals confront a crisis that...
- 4/7/2017
- TVLine.com
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