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MINNEAPOLIS (AdAge.com) — The big top came to the small screen last night, as NBC’s “Celebrity Circus” became just the latest example of the networks working without a net as they try nearly every reality format to remain relevant during the summer. Indeed, the reality genre dominated, comprising 77% of prime-time programming. NBC, Fox and the CW ran all-reality slates; ABC ran two hours and CBS one.
While inexpensive, reality usually isn’t as rewarding, at least commercially, as it rarely repeats well, and a significant number of viewers reject the genre. The 8 p.m. ET hour, for instance, was all reality and earned only an 8.1/29 cumulative rating and share in the ad-centric 18-to-49 demographic among the five networks. It did begin the night’s highest-rated program, however, as a two-hour version of Fox’s “So You Think You Can Dance?” delivered a 3.4/11.
NBC ran the first hour of a 90-minute “Deal or No Deal,” which dealt the time slot — and the night overall — a 2.2/7. ABC, CBS and the CW also ran reality — but in repeat form — and had the expected results: ABC’s “Wife Swap” (1.4/5), CBS’s “Price Is Right Million Dollar Spectacular” (1.2/4) and the CW’s “America’s Next Top Model” (0.4/1) were all relatively uncompetitive.
The 9 p.m. ET hour was also replete with reality, as a rerun of “Supernanny” on ABC delivered a 1.5/4 and the CW’s “Farmer Wants a Wife” yielded a 0.8/2, as the network finished the night with a 0.6/2. The first half-hour of NBC’s “Circus” also ran within that time frame, delivering an overall 2.3/7, with the 10 p.m. portion winning its time slot. Overall, NBC was second with a 2.2/7.
One drama did run at 9 p.m., a rerun of CBS’s “Criminal Minds,” which delivered a 1.8/5, leading into a repeat of “CSI: NY” (2.1/6). CBS finished third, with a 1.7/5.

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For those of you looking to cram your TiVo with dance competitions, this is some pretty great news!
TLC has tapped Joey Lawrence, fresh from either shore leave or the third season of Dancing With the Stars, to host Master of Dance, the latest edition to the show-us-your-moves canon.
Only this time, a contestant will be halfway through a dance when the powers that be switch the music, forcing the hoofer to prove he or she can really go with the flow. The person who can do that most proficiently will win $50,000 at the end of the six-part series, which premieres June 8.
"The winner of this show will be that person at the wedding or party who always has the right moves and knows every popular dance," said executive producer Craig Piligian.
Well, better that person than the guy who throws up on the bride or spills his drink on the stereo.

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American Idol. Season 7. Final Three. Three Songs. I’m so freakin excited, I think I might pop a vein. *Chill* Before the Show starts, Bitten would like a brief word with the Final Three, a pep talk of sorts. That’s right, let’s all huddle around now…
Squinty – Awright Archie, you know I like to make fun of your squinty-eyed Barry Manilow-singing McFetus ass, but I still think you’re talented and a good kid to boot. Because I like you (and because everything I say is important), I’m going to give you some sage advice, which I will condense into one simple word: Emancipation. You need to break free from Poppie Dearest now, or you are going to come home from school one day and find Jonah Crawford roasting the family jewels on wire hangers over an open fire. Oh, and if Cra-zee Dearest gives ya any crap, Bruiser Bitten would be happy to come over there and personally pop a jujitsu on his overbearing, cap-wearing ass. Or Palais will run him over with her Zamboni. Either way, ya really need to cut the cord, luv. That’s all.
Timex – Syesha, gurl, nobody in Season 7 knows the view from the stools quite like you, and yet you have somehow risen like a Phoenix from the ashes each and every week. So… let’s all give it up for Syesha, a standing O for the Energizer Bunny, the freakin Timex watch that takes a lickin and keeps on tickin. Yeah, Gurl, I’m going to let you in on a little secret… I want you in the Final Two. Granted, I want David Cook to douse your flame with a big ole bucket of wodka and then join me for a mud bath as we frolick about and do the Nasty in your ashes (…TMI?), but I still want you on the stage, which is truly saying something. After all, I think you’ve earned it.

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Is it just me, or does it seem like the writers of “Lost” are coming up with more questions than they are answers?
Last night is a perfect example. While the show lacked the action and spookiness of previous episodes, it certainly dumped a whole new batch of questions on us.
Among the bigger ones:
How did Ben get off the island? And why is Sayid working for him now? And more importantly, who are he and Sayid after? Does this guy — “The Economist” — have something to do with the group of people from the freighter, or is he part of an entirely different operation?
What’s up with Miles, Daniel, Frank and Charlotte? Even though Naomi was told in her flashback last week that there were no survivors of the Oceanic crash, none of freighter people seemed surprised to see the Losties when they arrived on the island. And I don’t know about you, but I don’t trust any of them — except Frank. He seems the most honest of the group — even if he’s an alcoholic pilot.
Who’s Ben’s spy of the freighter? And why are the people on the freighter after Ben?
What’s the deal with the 31-minute time difference on the island that Daniel discovered during his little experiment?

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The celebrity contestants for the sixth installment of Dancing with the Stars were announced Monday evening during the season finale of Dance War:Bruno vs. Carrie Ann. Here is a brief look at the new celebrity lineup.
James Taylor, defensive end for the Miami Dolphins and this year’s NFL Man of the Year. He was also named one of Sports figure skater and Olympic gold medalist.
Marissa Jaret Winoker, most known for winning a Tony award for her portrayal of Tracy Turnblad in the Broadway musical Hairspray.
Priscilla Presley, actress, businesswoman and former wife to Elvis Presley.
Shannon Elizabeth, an actress most known for her roles in “American Pie”, “Scary Movie” and That 70’s Show.
Adam Carolla, co-creator of Crank Yankers and co-host of The Man Show along with Jimmy Kimmel. Adam currently hosts his own Los Angeles morning show.
Penn Jillette, magician and half of the illusion team Penn & Teller.
Monica Seles, one of the top ranked tennis players in the world.
Marlee Matlin, Academy Award winning actress for her role in “Children of a Lesser God”.
Steve Guttenberg, runs the Guttenhouse Project for children who have been phased out of foster care. He is most known for his roles in “Police Academy” and “Three Men and a Baby”.
Mario, popular R&B singer who has won two billboard awards and has played roles in films such as “Freedom Writers” and “Step Up”.
Cristian de la Fuente, international film and television star who has made appearances in Family Law and CSI: Miami.
While I haven’t yet picked a favorite, this season’s celebrity lineup should have us all glued to our televisions. Dancing with the Stars returns Monday March 17th at 8 pm EST.

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