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Yahoo
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'Étoile' has been cancelled, but no one blends dance and humour as brilliantly as Marguerite Derricks
One of the most devastating entertainment losses of the year is certainly the cancellation of the show Étoile after just one season, from Gilmore Girls, Bunheads and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel creator, Amy Sherman-Palladino, and her husband Dan Palladino. But with that puzzling move from Prime Video, there's no better time to celebrate all the talent in the short lived series. That includes Marguerite Derricks, an incredibly beloved and impressive choreographer who's worked on Palladino's previous projects. Additionally, she's contributed her talents to the series Behind The Candelabra and movies including Showgirls, 13 Going On 30 and the Austin Powers franchise. But in terms of what makes the Palladinos such effective collaborators, Derricks stressed that they way they shoot dance in their shows is done in a way where there's a real "marriage of the camera with movement." "For a choreographer, there's nothing greater than that," Derricks told Yahoo. "On Bunheads I started to play with them that way, and it's carried on through four different TV series." "It's just made me such a better choreographer. ... I wish every choreographer would find collaborators like Amy and Dan, because there's nothing like it." One example of how Étoile really makes the dance in the show an integrated part of the story is the Swan Lake moment with Tiler Peck in Episode. It's a dance moment, but written in a way that's injected with humour. "That was written by Dan Palladino and ... when they sent me the outline for the script I literally was laughing out loud," Derricks shared. "I couldn't wait to attack that and to have Tiler Peck be the one that got run over by the swans, it was just such a gas." "Their comedy genius is always on the page and then I just put it into motion. I've worked with comedians my whole life, so it's something that I really, really enjoy, but it's always there on the page. There's never, a question mark for me with Amy and Dan, they're so clear." Another highlight is a piece choreographed by Gideon Glick's character Tobias Bell in Étoile. A character that's hysterical with his quirkiness, brought out in the character's choreography as well. "That was my big voice in the show," Derricks said. "I love Gideon Glick. He is the coolest, craziest human being. He would come and watch me and he thought I was funny because I kind of stalked the dancers like a lion. And so he wanted to pick up on that." "And I studied him and I like his quirks, and I wanted to make sure that that's what was driving me a lot with the choreography. So I the two of us, we kind of became one, we became Tobias together." While Étoile certainly isn't a show that requires the audience to have a dance background to enjoy, there was still such a commitment on the show to make its dance spaces and dancers feel real. What the dancers are doing before classes, what they're doing in the hallways, every detail was thought of to make these moments look authentic. "That was the first thing [Amy] talked about with every department head, we all knew that was our marching orders," Derricks explained. "I kind of had a little bit of a sense of that from working on Bunheads with her, but now we were going from a young kids school to the professional world, and so ... we did our research to make sure that everything was really up to par." "Tiler Peck was a student of mine. I would call Tiler and ask her questions, and it was very important to us that, when this show came out, that the ballet world would give us a thumbs up on it. ... There's been so many shows out there that have been done in a way where it's not authentic. So for me right now, the feedback I'm getting from the ballet world is the greatest thing that I could have ever hoped for." Much of what happens in the "Hollywoodization" of dance, specifically ballet in film and TV, largely sees talented dancers be nameless and on the periphery of the project. But in Étoile, Sherman-Palladino made wanted to use there dancers to their full potential, and crediting them for their work. "That was the most exciting thing for me," Derricks said. "Every single dancer that came into our show, [Amy] read them for parts. She wanted to cast the dancers. She wanted to hear their voices. I want to scream from the rafters, because that's happening more and more, but it really happened on [this] show. ... Dancers are so great at telling stories without speaking, so just get comfortable with talking as well. I'm very proud of that. ... The dancers were getting lines, they were so excited." A core element of Étoile is that dancer was very much used to tell the story, it's an integral part of the narrative. But it also immerses the audience in a dance world many haven't had any exposure to, portraying ballet dancers in a different light and as more fully formed characters, held up by brilliant and unique choreography from Derricks. "Ballet is sexy, ballet is strong. Ballet dancers are like football players, the athleticism that they have," Derricks stressed. "I want people to see ballet in a whole different way." "There's a lot of wonderful choreographers out there now doing out the about box, beautiful work, but for somebody that doesn't know ballet, I hope that we can reach a greater audience and turn them on to all sides of ballet."
Yahoo
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Étoile' Canceled After Just One Season Despite 2-Season Order at Prime Video
The curtain is up for 'Étoile' at Prime Video. Despite receiving a two-season order when first greenlit, the Amazon ballet drama from Amy Sherman-Palladino and Dan Palladino was canceled at the Amazon streamer. The series, which had originally received a two-year commitment from Amazon but pending an official green light for Season 2, ended on a cliffhanger. More to come… The post 'Étoile' Canceled After Just One Season Despite 2-Season Order at Prime Video appeared first on TheWrap.
Los Angeles Times
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Étoile creators on the ‘tough fight' for original TV shows in Hollywood
Amy Sherman-Palladino and Dan Palladino, creators of Amazon Studios' 'Étolie' discuss the world of dance, selling the show to Amazon and the rough road ahead with L.A. Times repoter Yvonne Villareal.
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
This week on "Sunday Morning" (April 20)
The Emmy Award-winning "CBS News Sunday Morning" is broadcast on CBS Sundays beginning at 9:00 a.m. ET. "Sunday Morning" also streams on the CBS News app beginning at 11:00 a.m. ET. (Download it here.) Hosted by Jane Pauley COVER STORY: The birth of the American RevolutionOn April 19, 1775, British troops faced off against colonial militias in the Massachusetts towns of Lexington and Concord, and exchanged fire, setting off America's War of Independence. Correspondent Mo Rocca explores the dramatic events of that fateful day 250 years ago; and hears from reenactors about why the colonists' ideals still hold true today. For more info: Minute Man National Park, Concord, Lexington Minute MenLexington History MuseumsTown of Lexington, Concord, Mass. ALMANAC: April 20"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date. ARTS: Inside the transformation of the Frick CollectionOne of New York City's most exquisite museums, the Frick Collection, located in the former home of a Gilded Age steel baron, has reopened following a four-year, more than $200 million renovation. "Sunday Morning" national correspondent Robert Costa goes behind the meticulous restoration of an ornate mansion housing masterpieces that is a masterpiece itself. For more info: The Frick Collection, New York CityAnnabelle Selldorf, Selldorf Architects WORLD: The dangers posed by cuts to U.S. foreign aidElon Musk's proverbial chainsaw and President Trump's policies have targeted American foreign aid, and with it the humanitarian groups whose work its funds around the world. "Sunday Morning" senior contributor Ted Koppel talks with humanitarian aid workers in Africa and Afghanistan, and with former U.K. foreign secretary David Miliband (now president and CEO of the International Rescue Committee), about the impacts both abroad and at home. For more info: United States Agency for International Development (USAID) [Archived website at Wayback Machine]International Rescue Committee TV: Amy Sherman-Palladino and Dan Palladino: Curtain up on "Étoile""Étoile," a new Amazon Prime series about two struggling ballet companies in New York and Paris, is the latest comic-drama from Amy Sherman-Palladino and Dan Palladino, the Emmy-winning couple behind such hits as "Gilmore Girls" and "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel." Correspondent Faith Salie talks with the writers about a partnership that always manages to find the comic relief. To watch a trailer for "Étoile" click on the video player below: For more info: "Étoile" debuts on Amazon Prime April 24 PASSAGE: In memoriam"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week. SWEETS: Chocolate Easter eggs: Cracking open a candy traditionFounded in 1824, the candymaker Cadbury produces roughly a million chocolate crème eggs a day, year-round, at its factory in Bournville, England. Correspondent Seth Doane delves into some chocolate history, and finds out why chocolate eggs sold to Americans are different from those sold to consumers in other countries. For more info: Cadbury HARTMAN: Bird kid STAGE: David Hyde Pierce, the very model of a modern major-general, in "Pirates! The Penzance Musical""Frasier" star David Hyde Pierce is back on the Broadway stage in "Pirates! The Penzance Musical," a jazzy re-working of the Gilbert & Sullivan classic, transplanted to New Orleans. The former aspiring concert pianist talks with correspondent Martha Teichner about the thread that Gilbert & Sullivan has run throughout his life. He also talks about his comedy influences, and what it means to him to make people laugh. For more info: "Pirates! The Penzance Musical" at the Roundabout Theatre, New York (through July 27) | Ticket info LIFESTYLE: GenSpace in Los Angeles re-imagines what a senior center can beGenSpace, a new community center for seniors in Los Angeles founded by philanthropist Wallis Annenberg, offers up the kind of space and activities in which older people can thrive. Correspondent Allison Aubrey talks with Annenberg about GenSpace's intergenerational approach, and whether her model for a modern senior center is replicable across the country. For more info: Wallis Annenberg GenSpace, Los Angeles FASHION How hat fashions ruffled feathers and spurred a conservation movementIn the late 1800s, feather fashion was trendy, especially among women in high society, with some feathers worth more than their weight in gold. The popularity of colorful plumes in hats and accessories led to the slaughter of birds, driving some species close to extinction by the early 20th century. Correspondent Conor Knighton looks at the history of the plume trade and the conservation efforts that were instrumental in making it illegal. For more info: Museum of American Bird Art at Mass Audubon, Lincoln, Florida COMMENTARY: Jim Gaffigan: When will it be safe to retire from parenting?The comedian, a self-described workaholic, reflects on the demands of his other job, that of parent to five. For more info: Gaffigan: The Skinny" on Hulu NATURE: TBD WEB EXCLUSIVES: MARATHON: Adventures in outer space (YouTube Video)Launch into outer space with "CBS Sunday Morning" and explore the world of NASA, astronomy and more. Stories include: The seamstress who made Apollo's spacesuits Dining on space food The revolutionary Webb Space Telescope Astronaut prepares for a year in orbit Clearing the heavens of space junk Apollo 8 crew on capturing the Earthrise photo Aboard the International Space Station Mars beckons SpaceX and Nasa's new era in crewed spaceflight GALLERY: Notable deaths in 2025A look back at the esteemed personalities who left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity. The Emmy Award-winning "CBS News Sunday Morning" is broadcast on CBS Sundays beginning at 9:00 a.m. ET. Executive producer is Rand Morrison. DVR Alert! Find out when "Sunday Morning" airs in your city "Sunday Morning" also streams on the CBS News app beginning at 11:00 a.m. ET. (Download it here.) Full episodes of "Sunday Morning" are now available to watch on demand on and Paramount+, including via Apple TV, Android TV, Roku, Chromecast, Amazon FireTV/FireTV stick and Xbox. Follow us on Twitter/X; Facebook; Instagram; YouTube; TikTok; Bluesky; and at You can also download the free "Sunday Morning" audio podcast at iTunes and at Now you'll never miss the trumpet! White House responds to judge who found cause to hold Trump administration in contempt Biden slams current administration without naming Trump in first public speech since leaving office At least 2 dead in Florida State University shooting
CBS News
17-04-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
This week on "Sunday Morning" (April 20)
The Emmy Award-winning "CBS News Sunday Morning" is broadcast on CBS Sundays beginning at 9:00 a.m. ET. "Sunday Morning" also streams on the CBS News app beginning at 11:00 a.m. ET. ( Download it here .) Hosted by Jane Pauley COVER STORY: The birth of the American Revolution On April 19, 1775, British troops faced off against colonial militias in the Massachusetts towns of Lexington and Concord, and exchanged fire, setting off America's War of Independence. Correspondent Mo Rocca explores the dramatic events of that fateful day 250 years ago; and hears from reenactors about why the colonists' ideals still hold true today. For more info: ALMANAC: April 20 "Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date. ARTS: Inside the transformation of the Frick Collection One of New York City's most exquisite museums, the Frick Collection, located in the former home of a Gilded Age steel baron, has reopened following a four-year, more than $200 million renovation. "Sunday Morning" national correspondent Robert Costa goes behind the meticulous restoration of an ornate mansion housing masterpieces that is a masterpiece itself. For more info: WORLD: The dangers posed by cuts to U.S. foreign aid Elon Musk's proverbial chainsaw and President Trump's policies have targeted American foreign aid, and with it the humanitarian groups whose work its funds around the world. "Sunday Morning" senior contributor Ted Koppel talks with humanitarian aid workers in Africa and Afghanistan, and with former U.K. foreign secretary David Miliband (now president and CEO of the International Rescue Committee), about the impacts both abroad and at home. For more info: TV: Amy Sherman-Palladino and Dan Palladino: Curtain up on "Étoile" "Étoile," a new Amazon Prime series about two struggling ballet companies in New York and Paris, is the latest comic-drama from Amy Sherman-Palladino and Dan Palladino, the Emmy-winning couple behind such hits as "Gilmore Girls" and "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel." Correspondent Faith Salie talks with the writers about a partnership that always manages to find the comic relief. To watch a trailer for "Étoile" click on the video player below: For more info: PASSAGE: In memoriam "Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week. SWEETS: Chocolate Easter eggs: Cracking open a candy tradition Founded in 1824, the candymaker Cadbury produces roughly a million chocolate crème eggs a day, year-round, at its factory in Bournville, England. Correspondent Seth Doane delves into some chocolate history, and finds out why chocolate eggs sold to Americans are different from those sold to consumers in other countries. For more info: HARTMAN: Bird kid STAGE: David Hyde Pierce, the very model of a modern major-general, in "Pirates! The Penzance Musical" "Frasier" star David Hyde Pierce is back on the Broadway stage in "Pirates! The Penzance Musical," a jazzy re-working of the Gilbert & Sullivan classic, transplanted to New Orleans. The former aspiring concert pianist talks with correspondent Martha Teichner about the thread that Gilbert & Sullivan has run throughout his life. He also talks about his comedy influences, and what it means to him to make people laugh. For more info: LIFESTYLE: GenSpace in Los Angeles re-imagines what a senior center can be GenSpace, a new community center for seniors in Los Angeles founded by philanthropist Wallis Annenberg, offers up the kind of space and activities in which older people can thrive. Correspondent Allison Aubrey talks with Annenberg about GenSpace's intergenerational approach, and whether her model for a modern senior center is replicable across the country. For more info: FASHION How hat fashions ruffled feathers and spurred a conservation movement In the late 1800s, feather fashion was trendy, especially among women in high society, with some feathers worth more than their weight in gold. The popularity of colorful plumes in hats and accessories led to the slaughter of birds, driving some species close to extinction by the early 20th century. Correspondent Conor Knighton looks at the history of the plume trade and the conservation efforts that were instrumental in making it illegal. For more info: COMMENTARY: Jim Gaffigan: When will it be safe to retire from parenting? The comedian, a self-described workaholic, reflects on the demands of his other job, that of parent to five. For more info: NATURE: TBD MARATHON: Adventures in outer space (YouTube Video) Launch into outer space with "CBS Sunday Morning" and explore the world of NASA, astronomy and more. Stories include: GALLERY: Notable deaths in 2025 A look back at the esteemed personalities who left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity. The Emmy Award-winning "CBS News Sunday Morning" is broadcast on CBS Sundays beginning at 9:00 a.m. ET. Executive producer is Rand Morrison. DVR Alert! Find out when "Sunday Morning" airs in your city "Sunday Morning" also streams on the CBS News app beginning at 11:00 a.m. ET. ( Download it here .) Full episodes of "Sunday Morning" are now available to watch on demand on and Paramount+ , including via Apple TV, Android TV, Roku, Chromecast, Amazon FireTV/FireTV stick and Xbox. Follow us on Twitter/X ; Facebook ; Instagram ; YouTube ; TikTok ; Bluesky ; and at . You can also download the free "Sunday Morning" audio podcast at iTunes and at . Now you'll never miss the trumpet!
