Brian Wilson and Friends: A Soundstage® Special Event NOLA Root: BWSS

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About this program*:

On December 11, 2014, WTTW's 14 high-definition cameras captured a once-in-a-lifetime gathering of artists at the stunning Palazzo Theatre at the Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas, headlined by former Beach Boy co-founder and music legend Brian Wilson. The Grammy-winning performer/composer teamed up with an eclectic group of acclaimed musicians to perform beloved hits from his illustrious career, as well as selections from his upcoming new album to be released in early 2015. Joining Wilson onstage was an outstanding twelve-piece band along with special guests Nate Ruess from Fun, Beach Boys co-founder Al Jardine, renowned Beach Boys and legendary guitarist Blondie Chaplin, singer/songwriter actress Zooey Deschanel, Capital Cities' Sebu Simonian, and jazz trumpeter/composer Mark Isham-all of whom perform with Wilson on his new release, which features new arrangements of Beach Boy classics as well as exciting new material. An audience of 1,850 enthusiastic fans danced and sang along throughout this unforgettable concert. The wonderful performances, joyful collaboration among the artists, and electric atmosphere made for one of the most singular and memorable programs in Soundstage's 40-year history.

Program Notes: NEW FROM NETA NOLA Code: BWSS 00 H1 Program Title: BRIAN WILSON AND FRIENDS: A Soundstage® Special Event Episodes/Length: 1/60 Promos: :20 and :30 Promos available in PBS Promo Dropbox Feeddate/Time: Wednesday, April 1, 2015 @ 1130 – 1230ET/HD04 *Feed-For-Record* Closed Captioned: Yes Stereo: Yes, Dolby 5.1 Surround Sound SAP: No Format/Version: HD Base Aspect ratio: 16:9 Suggested TV Rating: TV-PG

Program Notes: Tag: A Blu-Ray and SD DVD set of this program with bonus footage is available for $19.00…or Brian Wilson’s new CD “No Pier Pressure” for $13.00. An autographed combination Blu-Ray and SD DVD set plus CD is also available for $32.00. To order, visit wttw.com/soundstage. Or call 1-800-633-5633.

Producer/Presenter/Distributor

Distributor : NETA - National Educational Telecommunications Association Producer : HD Ready, LLC Producer : WTTW Chicago

Producer : In association with: BMG Rights Management LLC New York, NY Presenter : WTTW Chicago

Rights

Type: Telecast Plays: 20 Fixed or Calculated Rights: Fixed Rights Date Range: Apr 01, 2015 - Mar 31, 2017 Blackout Dates: Type: Telecast Plays: 20 Fixed or Calculated Rights: Fixed Rights Date Range: Apr 01, 2015 - Mar 31, 2017 Blackout Dates: Broadcast Comments: Rights: Twenty telecasts over two years (20TL/2YS)

beginning 4/1/15; and non-commercial cable rights granted. No School off-air or V.O.D. rights. Royalty free to members and subscribers of the National Educational Telecommunications Association (NETA).

Simulcast Granted: No Non-Commercial Cable: Yes VOD: None School Off-Air: None

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