Articles for July 11th, 2011
First Look at TNT’s Dallas Video
No, I couldn’t bring myself to watch The Closer or Rizzoli & Isles, but after the sneak peek played tonight during those shows, TNT posted it online.
It’s only a brief teaser, but looks like Dallas could be fun. And Larry Hagman (with his eyebrows) is a national treasure. Pity we have to wait until next year for the series.
Glenn Beck Confirms Move to Texas, Praises Our Highway System
“There comes a time when like-minded people need to stand together,” so said Glenn Beck on his radio show this afternoon, shortly before he confirmed what had been widely reported, that he’s moving to Dallas. Actually Westlake, but, you know.
After decrying the media for printing the details of his move — (”It puts my family in jeopardy,” he says.) — he talked about his plans to build a radio/TV/film production center for his new GBTV in the Dallas area.
Why’s he coming to Texas?
“I’ve seen some of the best highways,” he says. “I claim it is the best highway system in all of America.” Which he finds curious, since we managed to build it without a state income tax.
Modano Open, Cuban Mum on Stars Deal
A couple of guys who could play a role in the future of the Dallas Stars were out at Frisco’s Dr Pepper
Ballpark for a charity event this weekend. But only one of them was talking about the hockey team. Mark Cuban, who’s reportedly been OK’d as a potential bidder for the club, said, “No comment” when asked about those reports. He said the same thing when asked about Chuck Greenberg’s interest in buying the Stars.
What about both Cuban and Greenberg going for the team, together? Maybe it’s not so crazy. In the May/June D CEO, we reported that at one point during the Texas Rangers bidding war, Cuban suggested that Greenberg should dump the ownership group he’d put together and join forces with Mark.
Unlike the Mavs owner, former Stars standout Mike Modano (photo here by Jeanne Prejean) didn’t flinch when Ben & Skin asked him at Dr Pepper whether he’d be interested in returning to Dallas (he’s currently with the Detroit Red Wings) and acquiring his old team. “If someone’s got the money,” Modano replied, “I can make decisions for ‘em.”
TNT’s Dallas Will Shoot in Dallas
UPDATE: This site’s intro is a reminder that Dallas benefitted from some the best-ever TV theme music. There will be more on that site after the sneak preview that’s running tonight on TNT (see below).
So says a city release (full text after the jump.)
Now, let’s help those TNT producers scout locations. The new series reportedly focuses on a struggle between the next generation of Ewings for control of the family fortunes. I’ve got to think one of the kids is going to have his own place in the W, like this?
Where else are they bound to film?
Things To Do In Dallas Tonight: July 11
So of course everyone is aware of what’s happening on Friday. Mass hysteria, a select group of people making cash hand over fist, and thousands of screeching tweens, teens, and fangirls and boys of all shapes, sizes, and walks of life. Otherwise known as Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2, the American premiere. However, if you Google the words ‘Harry Potter’ right now, this story is the first thing that comes up. Tom Felton’s brief flirtations with wandless acting aren’t exactly Oscar material, but I’m not convinced that “Snoop Dogg-style rapper” is the best post-Hogwarts career move. Unless this is some sort of Joaquin Phoenix thing, which obviously worked out really well for everyone involved.
I mention all this because if you happen to be a parent of one these aforementioned tweens/teens/smallish fanpersons, you should probably gird your loins for one seriously late night and a lot of crying. And also because if you want to be the best parent ever (or maybe play hooky from work), you might consider a trek to the Sci-Tech Discovery Center in Frisco, where their week-long, Potter-inspired event is kicking off this afternoon. They’ll be hosting science-based magic shows, screening all the films, starting with Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone today, and serving appropriate snacks like Every-Flavor Beans and pumpkin juice. Costumes are kind of a must for everyone involved, so dig out the Gryffindor tie I know you have hiding in your closet. For the record, I was never Hermione Granger for Halloween.
If stoking the fires of Potter-mania is not for you, support local filmmaking by checking out the one-night-only TexFest, presented by the USA Film Festival, at the Angelika. As you might have guessed from the name, the festival is all about work shot right here in our great state. You’ll see a feature and two shorts, which I love, especially since one of those shorts was filmed right here at Trees in Deep Ellum. Peter Simek has more details about the schedule on FrontRow.
UPDATE: Also, if you like Slurpees or you have never had a Slurpee and would like to know what one tastes like, you can get one for free today. Because it’s 7/11.
For more to do this evening, go here. Happy Monday.
Texas Giant Shuts Down Mid-Ride For the Second Time in Three Days
If you were already too scared to ride the world’s tallest hybrid roller coaster before this weekend, this story will guarantee you won’t be jumping on anytime soon. Six Flags officials are reiterating that the ride is safe and was only stopped as a precaution, but an operator heard “a loud noise” and halted the ride at the highest point, forcing the already very warm thrill seekers to walk down 153 feet of stairs to the ground. Forced exercise at a theme park. Now that’s scary.
Would You Prefer Early or Late Baseball?
The Rangers wrapped up the first half of the regular season with a game that began at 2:05 yesterday afternoon. The temperature at first pitch was 98 degrees, and it only got hotter from there, of course. The insane start time was due to ESPN having exclusive rights to the prime-time window on Sundays. That’s ridiculous in and of itself; I believe the finances of ESPN will be just fine without protection from Major League Baseball’s schedule makers. But if the Rangers are forced to play in Arlington in July outside of the 7-to-10 p.m. window, is 2:05 p.m. the best option?
What about a late-night game that began at 10:30? Yesterday’s opponents, the Oakland A’s, are used to playing around that time, at least body-clockwise. Or what about a game that began at 7 a.m., before the heat gets unbearable? Hot dogs and garlic fries for breakfast, anyone? Everyone could bring a change of clothes and head to church after the final out.
I have no illusions about the Rangers ever pursuing either of these alternatives. But if they did, which would you be most likely to attend on a day like yesterday: a 7 a.m. game, a 2 p.m. game, or a 10:30 p.m. game?
Leading Off (7/11/11)
Rihanna Sets AAC on Fire: A fire broke out during Rihanna’s concert at the American Airlines Center Friday night, prematurely ending the show. Over on the Dallas Voice, John Wright has video of the fire, which, from the comfort of home, doesn’t look too bad, but it sounds like we were lucky to avoid a stampede of fleeing fans. Writes Wright:
I’ll be honest, I was among those scrambling for the exits. I was well aware of the Rangers fan who fell to his death at the ballpark in Arlington the night before, and I wasn’t about to get caught up in another North Texas stadium disaster.
Kidnapping, Death Leaves Dwaine Caraway’s Foot in Mouth Again: Last year, former temporary mayor Dwaine Caraway chided police for breaking up the action at a poker house in South Dallas, insisting that the force should spend its times cracking down on drugs and more “serious” crimes. Last week, that very same house was the setting of a kidnapping (sub. req.). On Thursday, Alton Marshall left the house at 4 a.m., he was taken by two unidentified men, according to a witness, and his body was found in a trunk in Oak Cliff the next day. Kind of drives home the broken windows theory.
Funeral Today For Man Who Died At Ranger Game, Hamilton Speaks About the Incident: Thousands are expected to attend the funeral today of Shannon Stone, who fell from the stands during a Ranger game last Thursday and died soon after. Over on the Star-Telegram’s baseball blog, Josh Hamilton, who tossed the ball to the fan who fell trying to catch it, talks about the dreaded game. During the same game, Hamilton hit a foul ball which clobbered another unsuspecting fan.
Hamilton also offered this: “It’s not something that’s going to make me go back to where I was.” He was referring to his past battles with drug and alcohol addiction, and said that his faith and support systems are so strong that he’s not tempted by his demons.
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