Canadian broadcast networks, “led by CTV and Global Television, wanted to start charging cable and satellite carriers for their signals, which would have been worth $300-million to the big broadcasters as they confront a deteriorating economy.” But Canadian regulators have said no to the idea.
Tag: 10.31.08
And You Thought ‘Celebrity Architecture’ Meant Gehry And Calatrava
In Dubai, “not content with building hotels in the shape of God, or Mammon, or Cher, the powers that be have decided that what the place really needs is buildings actually designed by celebrities, and to this end they have commissioned all manner of stars to do just that.” Said stars include Brad Pitt, Karl Lagerfeld, Boris Becker and Giorgio Armani.
Lovelace: A Rock Opera – Turns Out It’s Good
“We are undeniably watching something original, at once refined and electrifying. […] Throughout, Lovelace operates in an Expressionist whirl – silhouetted sex tableaux, waitresses-turned-strippers before our eyes, a campy “Silicone Injection” sequence, ad infinitum… Even with canned accompaniment, it’s remarkable how well it works.”
The Amazin’ Alex Ross Up For Another Prize
The multiply-honored The Rest Is Noise is one of five finalists for the £10,000 Guardian First Book Award. Ross’s history of classical music in the 20th century has already won the 2007 National Book Critics Circle Award for Criticism; its author received a MacArthur “genius” grant earlier this year.
At Least One Company Is Growing
The West Australian Ballet heads into its 2009 season with 10 additional dancers (for a total of 32), more rehearsal space and a budget increased by A$1.2 million.
Sydney, Ashkenazy Ready To Start Their Honeymoon
“After two years of barely concealed glee among the musicians of the Sydney Symphony, they welcome the world-famous pianist and conductor Vladimir Ashkenazy as their leader on January 1.” Ashkenazy, 71, seems as eager to get started as the musicians.