Saturday, June 30, 2012

June 30, 2012 - Ellenie has a free concert at CityWalk's Music Spotlight Series tonight



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 Pop singer Ellenie will be joined by her dancers, as she takes the stage at Universal Studios CityWalk Hollywood to perform a free outdoor concert for her fans!  Ellenie is talented, beautiful and she's excited about her first official concert!  The concert is taking place from 7-10 p.m. at CityWalk's 5 Towers Concert Venue.

Universal Studios CityWalk Hollywood is located at 100 Universal City Plaza and directions can be found here.  If you're planning on attending, please call Universal Studios CityWalk Hollywood at (818) 622-4455 to confirm the schedule.


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June 30, 2012 - Beasts of the Southern Wild screens followed by a Q&A with the stars, director and cinematographer


 ***Update***  This event sold out earlier.

Beasts of the Southern Wild screens tonight and will be followed by a question and answer session with writer/director/original music creator Benh Zeitlin, cinematographer Ben Richardson and stars Quvenzhané Wallis and Dwight Henry!  This special event starts at 7:40 p.m. at The Landmark Theatres.  General admission is $12.50, children and seniors are $9.50.  Tickets can be purchased at the box office or online here.

The Landmark Theatres are located at 10850 West Pico Boulevard in Los Angeles and directions can be found here.  For any additional information, please call The Landmark at (310) 470-0492.

Friday, June 29, 2012

June 29, 2012 - Tyrese Gibson has a free concert at CityWalk tonight


Actor and rapper/R&B singer Tyrese Gibson hits the stage at Universal Studios CityWalk Hollywood to perform a free outdoor concert for fans!  The concert is taking place from 6:30-10 p.m. at CityWalk's 5 Towers Concert Venue.

Universal Studios CityWalk Hollywood is located at 100 Universal City Plaza and directions can be found here.  If you're planning on attending, please call Universal Studios CityWalk Hollywood at (818) 622-4455 to confirm the schedule.

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June 29, 2012 - Slipknot's M. Shawn Crahan signs his new book at Book Soup tonight

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M. Shawn Crahan from the heavy metal band Slipknot is stopping by Book Soup to discuss and sign his new book The Apocalyptic Nightmare Journey at 7:00 PM!  Book Soup is located at 8818 Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood and directions can be found here.  If you have any additional questions, please call Book Soup at (310) 659-3110.




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June 29, 2012 - Celebrate the release of Katy Perry's new movie Part of Me at the Hollywood & Highland Center

The Hollywood & Highland Center, Sephora and Paramount Pictures are teaming up to celebrate the release of the new movie Katy Perry: Part of Me!  Who's invited?  You!  Fans will be treated to free Katy Perry makeovers, ice cream and prizes from the film!  This is all taking place at Sephora located at the Hollywood & Highland Center from 6-8 p.m.

The Hollywood & Highland Center is located at 6801 Hollywood Boulevard and directions can be found here.  You can park in the complex for 4 hours for $2.00 after validation (which you can get at the information center without having to purchase anything).  For further information, please call Sephora at (323) 462-6898.

Thursday, June 28, 2012

June 28, 2012 - The Amazing Spider-Man premieres in Westwood tonight


Highly anticipated Summer blockbuster The Amazing Spider-Man premieres in Westwood Village tonight at the Regency Village Theatre!  The cast (Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone, Rhys Ifans, Denis Leary, Martin Sheen, Sally Field & other stars), filmmakers and Spider-Man creator Stan Lee are all scheduled to start walking the red carpet at 6:30 p.m.  A lot of people are expected, so arrive early for a good spot!  If you can't make it to the premiere you can watch it streaming live online here.

The Regency Village Theatre is located at Broxton Avenue and directions can be found here.


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June 28, 2012 - Free screening of the new Lil' Wayne documentary The Carter with director Adam Bhala Lough attending


Documentary The Carter that looks at the life of rapper Lil' Wayne has a free screening tonight with director/cinematographer Adam Bhala Lough attending!  This event is taking place at 9:15 p.m. at the Aero Theatre.  No tickets for this event, it's first come, first served.  The theatre seats 435 people, so arrive early

The Aero Theatre is located at 1328 Montana Avenue in Santa Monica and directions can be found here.  For any additional information, please call the Aero Theatre at (310) 260-1528.


Wednesday, June 27, 2012

June 27, 2012 - Sarah Silverman is signing copies of The Sarah Silverman Program DVD with the cast from the show

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Actress/comedian Sarah Silverman is being joined by the cast of The Sarah Silverman Program (Laura Silverman, Brian Posehn, Steve Agee & Jay Johnston) and they'll be signing copies of the Complete Series on DVD tonight!  This event starts at 6:00 p.m. at Amoeba Music 

Amoeba Music is located at 6400 West Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles and directions can  be found here.  For any additional information, please call Amoeba Music at (323) 245-6400.

Tuesday, June 26, 2012

June 26, 2012 - Yuna performs a free live musical set and signs her new CD tonight at Amoeba


Pop rock/folk singer Yuna will be performing a free live musical set tonight at Amoeba Music and then she'll be signing copies of her new CD self-titled album for customers at 7:00 PM!   

Amoeba Music is located at 6400 West Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles and directions can be found here.  For any additional information, please call Amoeba Music at (323) 245-6400.

Monday, June 25, 2012

June 25, 2012 - Savages premieres in Westwood tonight

Director Oliver Stone's new movie Savages premieres in Westwood Village at the Regency Village Theatre tonight!  Oliver Stone and stars from the movie (John Travolta, Blake Lively, Benicio Del Toro, Taylor Kitsch, Aaron Johnson and others) are all scheduled to start walking the red carpet sometime between 5:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.  I recommend arriving early.

The Regency Village Theatre is located at 961 Broxton Avenue and directions can be found here.

Sunday, June 24, 2012

June 24, 2012 - Magic Mike premieres tonight at L.A. LIVE


The highly anticipated movie Magic Mike premieres tonight at L.A. LIVE at 6:00 PM!  Stars Channing Tatum, Joe Manganiello, Matthew McConaughey, Olivia Munn, Alex Pettyfer and other stars are all scheduled to attend and walk the red carpet!  A lot of fans are expected (many panting with dollar bills between their teeth), so if you're planning on attending, arrive early.

L.A. LIVE is located at 800 West Olympic Boulevard and directions can be found here.



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June 24, 2012 - Pentatonix and The Backbeats have a free concert at CityWalk tonight


Soul/pop group The Backbeats and pop group Pentatonix headline a free outdoor concert at Universal Studios CityWalk Hollywood tonight from 6-9 PM!  You might recall both of these groups competing on The Sing-Off, with Pentatonix winning the 3rd season.  This free concert is taking place at CityWalk's 5 Towers Concert Venue.

Universal Studios CityWalk Hollywood is located at 100 Universal City Plaza and directions can be found here.  If you're planning on attending, please call Universal Studios CityWalk Hollywood at (818) 622-4455 to confirm the schedule.

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Friday, June 22, 2012

June 22, 2012 - Dev is performing a free concert at CityWalk's Music Spotlight Series tonight


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Singer Dev is performing a free outdoor concert at Universal Studios CityWalk Hollywood tonight from 7:00-10:00 PM!  I believe a live DJ will be on stage from 7-8 PM, so you'll want to arrive early for a good spot once the concert kicks off.  This free concert is taking place at CityWalk's 5 Towers Concert Venue.

Universal Studios CityWalk Hollywood is located at 100 Universal City Plaza and directions can be found here.  If you're planning on attending, please call Universal Studios CityWalk Hollywood at (818) 622-4455 to confirm the schedule.

June 22, 2012 - Rachael Ray is stopping by The Grove tonight to sign her new cookbook

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Television host, chef and author Rachael Ray is stopping by Barnes & Noble at The Grove to sign her new cookbook The Book of Burger at 6:30 PM! 

This is a wristbanded event, so you'll want to buy the book once the doors at Barnes & Noble open at 9:00 AM to ensure getting your book signed when Rachael Ray arrives at 6:30 PM.  If you can't be at Barnes & Noble when they open, please call and make sure wristbands are still available before you head over.

The Grove is located at 189 The Grove Drive in Los Angeles and directions can be found here.  For further information, please call Barnes & Noble at (323) 525-0270.

Thursday, June 21, 2012

June 21, 2012 - The movie Ted premieres in Hollywood tonight

The movie Ted premieres tonight at Grauman's Chinese Theatre in Hollywood!  Stars (Mark Wahlberg, Mila Kunis, Seth MacFarlane, Giovanni Ribisi, Patrick Stewart, Norah Jones and others) are all scheduled to be in attendance and start walking the red carpet at 6:30 p.m.  If you're planning on attending, arrive early if you want a good spot.

Grauman's Chinese Theatre is located at 6925 Hollywood Boulevard and directions can be found here.  You can park at the Hollywood & Highland Center for 4 hours for $2.00 after validation (which you can get at the information center without having to purchase anything).  For further information, please call Grauman's Chinese Theatre at (323) 461-3331.

June 21, 2012 - Authors and soap opera stars sign The Young and Restless Life of William J. Bell tonight at The Grove

Soap opera stars Lauralee Bell, Susan Flannery, John McCook, Joshua Morrow and Melody Thomas Scott will be joined by authors Lee Phillip Bell and Michael Maloney as they sign copies of the new book The Young and Restless Life of William J. Bell: Creator of The Young and the Restless and The Bold and the Beautiful!  This event is taking place at Barnes & Noble at The Grove starting at 7:00 PM.

This is a wristbanded event, so you'll want to buy the book once the doors at Barnes & Noble open at 9:00 AM to ensure getting your book signed when the stars and authors arrive at 7:00 PM.  If you can't be at Barnes & Noble when they open, please call and make sure wristbands are still available before you head over.

The Grove is located at 189 The Grove Drive in Los Angeles and directions can be found here.  For further information, please call Barnes & Noble at (323) 525-0270.

Wednesday, June 20, 2012

June 20, 2012 - Dominique Moceanu is doing her final SoCal book signing tonight in Santa Monica

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Dominique Moceanu won the gold medal in 1996 at the  Olympic Games in Atlanta, GA. with the U.S. Women's Gymnastics team.  Tonight, she's signing copies of her new book Off Balance: A Memoir at the 3rd Street Promenade Barnes & Noble at 7:00 PM!  This is the last SoCal book signing Dominique Moceanu has scheduled.

Barnes & Noble is located at 1201 3rd Street in Santa Monica and directions can be found here.  If you have any additional questions, please call Barnes & Noble at (310) 260-9110.

June 20, 2012 - Free 1 hour yoga class at The Grove today

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Hot 8 Yoga and Athleta are hosting a free 1 hour yoga class from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in The Park at The Grove!  All experience levels are welcome, so put on your shorts or sweats and head over to The GroveThe Grove is located at 189 The Grove Drive in Los Angeles and directions can be found  here.  For any additional information, please call Athleta at (323) 937-0329.



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Tuesday, June 19, 2012

June 19, 2012 - Adam Carolla signs his new book at The Grove tonight

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Comedian, radio and television personality Adam Carolla is stopping by Barnes & Noble at The Grove to discuss and sign his new book Not Taco Bell Material at 7:00 PM! 

This is a wristbanded event, so you'll want to buy the book once the doors at Barnes & Noble open at 9:00 AM to ensure getting your book signed when Adam Carolla arrives at 7:00 PM.  If you can't be at Barnes & Noble when they open, please call and make sure wristbands are still available before you head over.

The Grove is located at 189 The Grove Drive in Los Angeles and directions can be found here.  For further information, please call Barnes & Noble at (323) 525-0270.

June 19, 2012 - Olympic Gold medalist Dominique Moceanu continues her SoCal book signing tour tonight in Huntington Beach

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Dominique Moceanu won the gold medal in 1996 at the  Olympic Games in Atlanta, GA. with the U.S. Women's Gymnastics team.  She continues her SoCal book signing tour in Huntington Beach tonight, signing copies of Off Balance: A Memoir at the Bella Terra Barnes & Noble starting at 7:00 PM!

The Bella Terra Barnes & Noble is located at 7881 Edinger Avenue and directions can be found here.  For any further information, please call Barnes & Noble at (714) 897-8781.

Monday, June 18, 2012

June 18, 2012 - Maroon 5 are stopping by The Grove today

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 ***Update***  Extra ended up making this a private appearance at The Grove at the last minute.  As I always say, call before heading down.  Very sorry for the inconvenience.


Alternative rock band Maroon 5 (Adam Levine, Michael Madden, Jesse Carmichael, James Valentine and Matt Flynn) are stopping by The Grove to discuss their new CD Overexposed with Extra's Mario Lopez!  This interview is taking place at 12:45 p.m. next to the Pacific Theatres at The Grove.

The Grove is located at 189 The Grove Drive in Los Angeles and directions can be found hereIf you're planning on attending this appearance, please call The Grove at (323) 900-8080 to confirm the schedule.  Occasionally, times change, appearances are made private or celebrities are rescheduled.

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June 18, 2012 - The Disney/Pixar movie Brave premieres in Hollywood tonight

The grand opening of the Dolby Theatre (formally the Kodak Theatre) kicks off with the premiere of the new Disney/Pixar movie Brave!  Stars who voiced the characters in the movie (Kelly Macdonald, Billy Connolly, Emma Thompson, Julie Walters, Robbie Coltrane, Kevin McKidd and Craig Ferguson) are all scheduled to attend and walk the red carpet starting at 5:00 p.m.  If you're planning on attending, get there early as these premieres are usually packed with fans.

The Dolby Theatre is located at 6801 Hollywood Boulevard and directions can be found here.  You can park at the Hollywood & Highland Center for 4 hours for $2.00 after validation (which you can get at the information center without having to purchase anything).  For further information, please call the Dolby Theatre at (323) 308-6300.

June 18, 2012 - Olympic Gold medalist Dominique Moceanu discusses and signs her new book in Pasadena tonight

Dominique Moceanu won the gold medal in 1996 at the  Olympic Games in Atlanta, GA. with the U.S. Women's Gymnastics team.  She's discussing and signing her new book Off Balance: A Memoir at Vroman's Bookstore starting at 7:00 p.m. tonight! 

Vroman's Bookstore is located at 695 East Colorado Boulevard in Pasadena and directions can be found here.  For further information, please call Vroman's Bookstore at (626) 449-5320.

Saturday, June 16, 2012

June 16, 2012 - Free admission to NWA Championship Wrestling from Hollywood's television taping in Glendale

NWA Championship Wrestling From Hollywood have a television taping today with free admission at 3:00 PM!  The taping is taking place at Glendale Studios, located at 1239 South Glendale Avenue and directions can be found here.  While the taping is free, seats are limited, so arrive early.

Also, don't forget to check out NWA Championship Wrestling from Hollywood on Sundays at 1:00 AM on KDOC Los Angeles.  If you miss an episode or don't live in California, you can find the complete library listed and new episodes are posted every Wednesday here.

June 16, 2012 - KnokX pro wrestling have a show and after party today in Sun Valley


KnokX have pro wrestling show in Sun Valley at 3:00 p.m. and admission is only $5.00!  Both Rikishi and Black Pearl will be in attendance and working the show!  The show is taking place at The Domain located at 11108 Tuxford Street and directions can be found here.  The after party is taking place at Bob's Big Boy at 8274 Sunland Boulevard and directions can be found here.

Also, please check out KnokX's  YouTube channel here

June 16, 2012 - Martin Sheen is signing his new book this morning in Thousand Oaks

Actor and author Martin Sheen is stopping by Barnes & Noble at 11:30 a.m. to sign his new book Along the Way: The Journey of a Father and Son!  Copies of the book will be available for purchase when Barnes & Noble opens at 9:00 a.m.  Numerical tickets will be given to customers who purchase the book when Barnes & Noble opens at 9:00 a.m.  Fans can begin lining up in numerical order starting at 11:00 a.m. 

The book signing is taking place at 160 South Westlake Boulevard in Thousand Oaks and directions can be found here.  For any additional information, please call Barnes & Noble at (805) 446-2820.

Friday, June 15, 2012

June 15, 2012 - Parachute and Katelyn Tarver have a free concert at CityWalk tonight


Alternative rock band Parachute (Will Anderson, Johnny Stubblefield, Alex Hargrave, Kit French & Nate McFarland) and pop star Katelyn Tarver hit the stage for a free outdoor concert at Universal Studios CityWalk Hollywood!  This free concert is taking place tonight at CityWalk's 5 Towers Concert Venue from 7-10 p.m.

Universal Studios CityWalk Hollywood is located at 100 Universal City Plaza and directions can be found here.  If you're planning on attending, please call Universal Studios CityWalk Hollywood at (818) 622-4455 to confirm the schedule.

June 15 & 16, 2012 - Langer's Delicatessen-Restaurant their 65th Anniversary with free hot pastrami sandwiches for everyone

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Langer's Delicatessen-Restaurant is celebrating their 65th anniversary today and tomorrow (June 15th & 16th) with a free #19 (a hot pastrami sandwich)!  You have to be seated in the restaurant (so expect a long line) in order to take advantage of this great deal.  Langer's Delicatessen-Restaurant is located at 704 South Alvarado in Los Angeles and directions can be found here

Langer's Delicatessen-Restaurant will be open today from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Saturday from 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.  For any additional information, please call Langer's Delicatessen-Restaurant at (213) 483-8050.

June 15, 2012 - From Beyond screens with writer/director Stuart Gordon attending


The 1986 horror movie From Beyond screens tonight with writer/director Stuart Gordon in attendance!  This special event starts at 11:59 p.m. at The Cinefamily at The Silent Movie Theatre.  Tickets are $12.00 and can be purchased online here.

The Silent Movie Theatre is located at 611 North Fairfax Avenue in Los Angeles and directions can be found here.  For any additional information, please call Cinefamily at (323) 655-2510.

Thursday, June 14, 2012

June 14, 2012 - Noah Wylie is stops by The Grove today

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Actor Noah Wylie is stopping by The Grove at 10:00 a.m. to meet fans and discuss the second season of Falling Skies with Extra!  This interview will be taking place next to the Pacific Theatres at The Grove

The Grove is located at 189 The Grove Drive in Los Angeles and directions can be found hereIf you're planning on attending this appearance, please call The Grove at (323) 900-8080 to confirm the schedule.  Occasionally, times change, appearances are made private or celebrities are rescheduled.

Wednesday, June 13, 2012

June 13, 2012 - Pat Boone is doing a book signing and Q&A following a screening at the Egyptian Theatre

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Legendary actor/singer Pat Boone will be joined by author Richard Kibbey and they will sign copies of their new book Pat Boone: The Hollywood Years, starting at 6:30 p.m. in the lobby of the Egyptian Theatre!  At 7:30 p.m. a screening of the 1962 movie State Fair will start, followed by a question and answer session with star Pat Boone.

The historic Egyptian Theatre is located at 6712  Hollywood Boulevard and directions can be found here.  Tickets can be purchased at the box office or online at Fandango here.  General admission is $11.00.

If you buy your tickets early and you're hungry before the movie screening, show your ticket stub to our friends at either the Pig 'N Whistle or Maui and Sons Bar & Grill for a 10% discount.

June 13, 2012 - Linda Gray is stopping by The Grove today

Actress Linda Gray will be stopping by The Grove at 10:15 a.m. to meet fans and discuss the return of the television show Dallas with Extra!  This interview will be taking place next to the Pacific Theatres at The Grove

The Grove is located at 189 The Grove Drive in Los Angeles and directions can be found hereIf you're planning on attending this appearance, please call The Grove at (323) 900-8080 to confirm the schedule.  Occasionally, times change, appearances are made private or celebrities are rescheduled.

Tuesday, June 12, 2012

June 12, 2012 - John Scalzi is signing copies of his new book Redshirts in Pasadena tonight

Science fiction writer John Scalzi is stopping by Vroman's Bookstore to discuss and sign his new book Redshirts: A Novel with Three Codas at 7:00 PM!  Vroman's Bookstore is located at 695 East Colorado Boulevard in Pasadena and directions can be found here.  For further information, please call Vroman's Bookstore at (626) 449-5320.

June 12, 2012 - Nia Vardalos and Lisa Kudrow are both stopping by The Grove today

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Actresses Nia Vardalos and Lisa Kudrow will both be stopping by The Grove to meet fans and do their interviews with Extra!  Nia Vardalos is scheduled to arrive at 10:00 a.m. and Lisa Kudrow is scheduled to arrive at 2:00 p.m.  These interviews will be taking place next to the Pacific Theatres at The Grove

The Grove is located at 189 The Grove Drive in Los Angeles and directions can be found hereIf you're planning on attending these appearances, please call The Grove at (323) 900-8080 to confirm the schedule.  Occasionally, times change, appearances are made private or celebrities are rescheduled.

June 12, 2012 - Ed Asner is signing copies of the new Elephant Sighs DVD tonight at The Grove

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Legendary actor Ed Asner is signing copies of the new DVD Elephant Sighs at Barnes & Noble at The Grove at 7:00 PM! 

This is a wristbanded event, so you'll want to buy the book once the doors at Barnes & Noble open at 9:00 AM to ensure getting your book signed when Ed Asner arrives at 7:00 PM.  If you can't be at Barnes & Noble when they open, please call and make sure wristbands are still available before you head over.

The Grove is located at 189 The Grove Drive in Los Angeles and directions can be found here.  For further information, please call Barnes & Noble at (323) 525-0270.

Monday, June 11, 2012

June 11, 2012 - Shawn Colvin is performing some live music and signing copies of her new book & CD tonight

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Author and folk/rock singer Shawn Colvin is stopping by Barnes & Noble at The Grove to perform some live music, talk with fans and sign copies of Diamond in the Rough: A Memoir and her new CD All Fall Down at 7:00 PM!

This is a wristbanded event, so you'll want to buy the book once the doors at Barnes & Noble open at 9:00 AM to ensure getting your book signed when Shawn Colvin arrives at 7:00 PM.  If you can't be at Barnes & Noble when they open, please call and make sure wristbands are still available before you head over.

The Grove is located at 189 The Grove Drive in Los Angeles and directions can be found here.  For further information, please call Barnes & Noble at (323) 525-0270.

June 11, 2012 - The cast of Baby Daddy is stopping by The Grove today


Cast members from the new ABC sitcom Baby Daddy are stopping by The Grove to meet fans and do an interview with the television show Extra at 3:30 PM!  A list of cast members isn't available, but Jean-Luc Bilodeau, Melissa Peterman, Derek Theler, Chelsea Kane, Tahj Mowry and Chaz Sumer star on the show.  This interview will be taking place next to the Pacific Theatres at The Grove

The Grove is located at 189 The Grove Drive in Los Angeles and directions can be found hereIf you're planning on attending this appearance, please call The Grove at (323) 900-8080 to confirm the schedule.  Occasionally, times change, appearances are made private or celebrities are rescheduled.

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