Thursday, August 23, 2012

Here TV - America's last and only gay network

Since Logo decided to undergo reparation therapy, Here TV is officially America’s only gay TV network. And today they announced an exciting slate of new and returning original series and specials scheduled for the Fall 2012 season. The new season of Here TV programming offers a varied mix of genres and personalities guaranteed to satisfy the network’s diverse LGBT audience. Tune in for the premiere of the wedding special Pride & Groom and the original series Because of an Earlier Incident as well as returning fan favorites She’s Living for This, For & Against, and Just Josh.


“Our 2012 fall programming schedule showcases a mix of genres appealing directly to Here TV’s diverse audience base,” says Josh Rosenzweig, Here TV’s Senior Vice President of Original Programming and Development. “With the return of our timely and topical political series For & Against and the hit comedy She’s Living for This as well as the new docu-specials Pride & Groom and Because of an Earlier Incident we have created numerous hours of new, original programming that speaks to the various tastes and sensibilities found within the LGBT market.”

Check out all the upcoming specials and returning series from Here TV after the jump.


For & Against: Season 2 (now airing)
Progressive commentator Jim Morrison returns as host of this 30-minute political analysis series. Leading into the November 2012 election, Morrison speaks directly to the LGBT population about politics, politicians, and policies. For & Against offers viewers the chance to explore headlines through a uniquely LGBT lens. Topics to be discussed and debated include an inside look at the most pressing issues for LGBT voters, planks to be included on the national party platforms, and the importance of third-party candidates, and the whole season will be capped off with live-streaming, up-to-the-minute election night coverage.

Just Josh: Season 2 (now airing)
Here TV favorite Just Josh returns with a brand new season full of special guests, visits to New York’s hottest and trendiest hangouts, and host Josh Rosenzweig’s own unique and entertaining spin on pop culture. Season 2 features special appearances by Kimberly Locke, Bob Mould, the Swimming Pools, and many more.

Legends From Here (Premieres September 7)
Here TV shares classic interviews with screen legends including Rock Hudson, Oscar winner Shelley Winters, Kylie Minogue, Charles Nelson Reilly, and many more. Producer, actor, and TV host Paul Ryan chats with Hollywood royalty about their experiences both in front of and behind the cameras.

Pride & Groom (Premieres September 21)
Celebrating the one-year anniversary of marriage equality in New York State, this docu-style special covers the nuptials of four New York couples. The series is broken into four hour-long specials, with each one following a different couple on their journey to wedded bliss. From their engagement to their walk down the aisle, don’t miss the highs and lows our couples experience as they prepare to spend the rest of the lives together.  

Because of an Earlier Incident (Premieres October 2012)
Because of an Earlier Incident
provides an exclusive day-in-the-life glimpse into the vibrant lifestyles of New York City artists. Featuring the most influential artists, performers and designers, the original series explores how these artists’ lives and careers have intersected and inspired one another, creating a cultural matrix in the downtown New York art scene. Kick-starting the series are Cazwell, Amanda Lepore, Bill Coleman, and Marco Ovando.  

Here’s Hollywood (Premieres October 5)
This original Here TV film series looks at classic Hollywood films through an LGBT lens and contextualizes movies including Swing High, Swing Low (Carole Lombard, Fred MacMurray), Royal Wedding (Fred Astaire, Jane Powell), My Favorite Brunette (Bob Hope, Dorothy Lamour), and The Last Time I Saw Paris (Elizabeth Taylor, Van Johnson) specifically for the Here TV audience.

She’s Living for This: Season 2 (Premieres November 2012)
Sherry Vine brings back her fun-filled variety show for a whole new season. This season Sherry and company welcome the most celebrated queer comedy acts, musical performers, and other entertainers on the scene. Plus, even more original sketches will have Sherry’s loyal fans coming back for more. Season 2’s special guests include Jackie Beat, the Lady Bunny, Pandora Boxx, and, of course, Season 1’s breakout star, Busted.

Here TV airs on all major U.S. cable systems as a 24-hour subscription service. Here TV appears in 96 of the top 100 U.S. markets, including every top 10 market. On most major cable providers, Here TV can be found by entering the “On Demand” menu, selecting “Premium,” and then selecting “Here TV on Demand.” To find out how to get Here TV, log on to www.heretv.com/AGetHerePage. Or sign up for Here TV Online and watch Here TV series, films, and specials now at http://premium.heretv.com.

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