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Quirk-y comedy rolls into Mandurah
May 17th
The Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow winds its way into the Mandurah Performing Arts Centre on Wednesday, may 30 and brings with it some of the festival’s most highly acclaimed comedians.
Joining the Roadshow, Melbourne-based stand up David Quirk, who is visiting Mandurah for the first time, said the roadshow was a great way for people to see the best that the Melbourne International Comedy Festival had to offer in their own backyard.
‘‘I think people should come out because it’s a good night of comedy,’’ he said.
‘‘It’s some of the best and funniest acts that have been on during the Melbourne International Comedy Festival and I think audiences would be mad to not come.
‘‘Unless there’s something really good on TV, and it’d wanna be really good. And even if it is, just tape it.’’
Quirk has toured Australia and overseas, bringing his slightly dark and unusual style of comedy to audiences across the globe. he was quick to point out his comedy wasn’t the usual ‘‘punchline’’ comedy, but insisted the night would offer something for everyone’s tastes.
‘‘Every audience is different but I think that gives me faith to just keep going from town to town,’’ he said.
‘‘I just hope that people will like what I do, or get a laugh out of what any of us do.
‘‘At the end of the day we’re all just people and I know everyone’s different but at the same time if something’s funny, people will laugh at it.
‘‘And if they don’t laugh at something that’s truly funny then they’re probably a bit strange.’’
The show may contain coarse language, sexual references and material that can offend. It is not recommended for children under 15 years.
Book online at www.manpac.com.au or call the box office on 9550 3900.
Quirk-y comedy rolls into Mandurah
News Briefs: Jennifer Lopez is Maybe Leaving American Idol
May 17th
DIVA DRAMA NEWS
… I know we talked a little bit about this yesterday when it was rumored to be happening, but now it’s REALLY maybe going to happen. Jennifer Lopez is reportedly leaving the judges’ table at American Idol because she’s too busy and wants to spend more time with her kids. Or because she wants to play hardball with Fox and get a raise. she made $20 million last season. It’s tough being Jennifer Lopez. [E! Online]
BUSINESS TIME
… TBS and TNT have announced what they’re working on, and it’s a big pile of sure, whatever. TNT is leaning heavy into drama with seven no-laughing-matter series, including the last Ship, about the crew of a naval destroyer that floats about while the rest of the world succumbs to a global disease that kills everyone. Fun! the rest are mostly a mix of detective and spy shows with none having particularly interesting twists. TBS is continuing its comedy push with three series, including the Conan O’Brien-produced Zone Lord, about some dudes who discover a new resident of their apartment building that is an alien. [Deadline Hollywood]
… Bill Lawrence will not continue as showrunner of Cougar Town when the comedy moves to TBS next season. But that was always in the cards, as Lawrence signed a deal with Warner Bros TV to work on other stuff. He’ll stay on as a consultant, though. [Vulture]
… Adult Swim is spinning off Childrens Hospital with Newsreaders, the fake news show that was featured in a few episodes of the medical drama spoof. Mather Zickel will be back to star. This is exciting news for those of you who like things that are funny and awesome. [Deadline Hollywood]
CASTING UPDATE
… Breaking Bad has cast Friday Night Lights actor Jesse Plemons (he played Landry) in a Season 5 role. the character description is as vague as you’d imagine: “He’ll play Todd, a dependable, innocuous, working-class guy. However, his character may not be what he appears to be…” Well, no duh. Plemons recently starred in NBC’s Bent, which was on the air for like three hours. [TV Line]
… despite what the Wire may have taught you, it IS possible to leave the game. Tia Mowry is parting ways with the BET comedy The Game to focus on other projects. Somebody named Pooch is also close to leaving, apparently. [Vibe]
SEE YOUR TEEN HEARTTHROB GET ALL NAKED ALERT
… Whoa! Joey Lawrence, who now stars on the ABC Family series Melissa & Joey, will head to Vegas to join the Chippendales male-stripper show. He’ll start taking it off on June 7. [TMZ]
Follow TV.com writer Tim Surette on Twitter: @TimAtTVDotCom
News Briefs: Jennifer Lopez is Maybe Leaving American Idol
Devils pull even with Rangers
May 17th
Devils forward Zach Parise looks for a loose puck in front of Rangers goaltender Henrik Lundqvist during Game 2 of the NHL Eastern Conference final at Madison Square Garden in new York, N.Y., may 16, 2012. (MIKE SEGAR/Reuters)
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David Clarkson has been called lots of things during his NHL career, many of which aren’t suitable for print.
On Wednesday night at Madison Square Garden, the new Jersey Devils forward was asked whether ‘mr. Clutch’ might apply.
“I don’t know about that,” Clarkson said with a grin. “I’m going to stay up and down and finish my checks and (the pucks) just bounce off me, it seems like.
“It’s a great feeling to be able to contribute. (The season) has been a fun ride. with team success, individuals get success.”
Clarkson scored the winning goal in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference final in a 3-2 victory against the new York Rangers, the third time in the post-season Clarkson has provided the difference.
The best-of-seven series is now tied 1-1, with the next two games in the Battle of the Hudson across the river in Newark.
No other Devil has more than one game-winner in the playoffs.
This one came in true Clarkson fashion as he went to net and tipped an Adam Henrique shot behind Rangers goalie Henrik Lundqvist at 2:31 of the third period. at first glance, it appeared Clarkson’s stick might have been too high, but replays proved otherwise.
Clarkson told reporters before the series started that the Devils would have to get in Lundqvist’s face in order to be successful, but that didn’t happen in Game 1. The Devils were a lot more eager to do that in Game 2, and it was not a coincidence that two goals, including one by Ryan Carter in the second period that tied the game 2-2, came off deflections.
But it wasn’t just going to the net that made the Devils successful. They forechecked with more enthusiasm than they did in the series opener, and it’s from that relentless style that most of their offence originates. because of that, they had more puck control. Shot-blocking was not a significant factor as the Rangers had just 16.
“we did a much better job,” Devils captain Zach Parise said. “we didn’t turn the puck over in the neutral zone. we made their defencemen have to turn and get pucks. we made it hard on them. all in all, we like the way we played.”
The Devils’ vigour wasn’t lost on the Rangers.
“in the corners and along the wall, they were pinching and cycling us pretty good,” Rangers defenceman Marc Staal said. “their forecheck and battles in the corner, they were coming out with more of those than we were. That’s something we can fix and we’re going to.”
Devils coach Peter DeBoer made a lineup change, inserting defenceman Peter Harrold in Adam Larsson’s spot. more importantly, DeBoer had Travis Zajac centre Parise and Kovalchuk on the top line. Kovalchuk was the best player on the ice in the first period, and he scored the only goal in the opening 20 minutes when he fired a shot over the left shoulder of Lundqvist.
Staal and Chris Kreider scored for the Rangers in the second period, giving the home side a brief lead.
Kreider got his name in the NHL record books when Anton Stralman’s shot deflected off the rookie and into the net. it was the fourth playoff goal for Kreider and his sixth point, tying the playoff mark in both categories for players who have not yet played in an NHL regular-season game.
Devils netminder Martin Brodeur shone, making several big stops in a 23-save performance.
“Key saves at key times,” DeBoer said. “You’re on your heels. It’s the third period, they’re giving a push. I thought the third period was his best, and that’s when you need him to be his best.
“Just our overall game was much better. I thought we established our forecheck right off the bat in the first period and we were creating zone time and chances.”
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