BBC News - Entertainment & Arts
The latest stories from the Entertainment & Arts section of the BBC News web site.
The latest stories from the Entertainment & Arts section of the BBC News web site.
Cowell is 'puzzled' by The Voice
The X Factor's Simon Cowell says he is "puzzled" about why BBC One's The Voice is not on the radio instead of TV.
Ken Bruce gets best ever audience
Radio 2 DJ Ken Bruce has pulled in the biggest audience of his career, according to new figures from Rajar.
Children's shows to leave BBC One
The BBC Trust confirms children's shows will no longer be shown on BBC One and BBC Two after digital switchover.
Cannes jury denies 'sexism' claim
The Cannes jury responds to claims of sexism prompted by the lack of female filmmakers in the running for this year's Palme d'Or.
Royal portraits reunited at show
A pair of Royal portraits are to be seen together for the first time in more than a quarter of a century to mark the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.
Masseur drops Travolta sex claim
One of the two male masseurs who have accused actor John Travolta of sexual assault withdraws his legal action.
Sorkin to write Steve Jobs biopic
Screenwriter Aaron Sorkin is to write the script for Sony Pictures' upcoming biopic of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs.
Scots artist George Wyllie dies
Scottish artist George Wyllie, best known for giant public works like The Paper Boat, has died aged 90.
Avengers hits £40m in UK chart
Superhero movie The Avengers tops the UK box office for the third week in a row, taking over £40m to date.
Mexico writer Carlos Fuentes dies
Carlos Fuentes, one of the most famous Latin American authors, known for fiction and political essays, dies in Mexico at the age of 83.
The X Factor's Simon Cowell says he is "puzzled" about why BBC One's The Voice is not on the radio instead of TV.
Ken Bruce gets best ever audience
Radio 2 DJ Ken Bruce has pulled in the biggest audience of his career, according to new figures from Rajar.
Children's shows to leave BBC One
The BBC Trust confirms children's shows will no longer be shown on BBC One and BBC Two after digital switchover.
Cannes jury denies 'sexism' claim
The Cannes jury responds to claims of sexism prompted by the lack of female filmmakers in the running for this year's Palme d'Or.
Royal portraits reunited at show
A pair of Royal portraits are to be seen together for the first time in more than a quarter of a century to mark the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.
Masseur drops Travolta sex claim
One of the two male masseurs who have accused actor John Travolta of sexual assault withdraws his legal action.
Sorkin to write Steve Jobs biopic
Screenwriter Aaron Sorkin is to write the script for Sony Pictures' upcoming biopic of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs.
Scots artist George Wyllie dies
Scottish artist George Wyllie, best known for giant public works like The Paper Boat, has died aged 90.
Avengers hits £40m in UK chart
Superhero movie The Avengers tops the UK box office for the third week in a row, taking over £40m to date.
Mexico writer Carlos Fuentes dies
Carlos Fuentes, one of the most famous Latin American authors, known for fiction and political essays, dies in Mexico at the age of 83.
Jedward meet and greet in Baku
Jedward are continuing to press the flesh in Baku and today the Irish delegation met the Austrians poolside and posed for photos and interviews with Trackshittaz.
Murray looking for Castlepalooza acts
RTÉ Radio 1 is looking for 12 emerging musical acts to fill the John Murray Show Stage at the Castlepalooza festival on Saturday, August 4.
Irish Exclusive: Madagascar 3 clip
It's not in cinemas until October, but RTÉ TEN is giving you a sneak peek at the new animated family comedy, Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted.
Dictator arrives in Cannes ? with camel
Sacha Baron Cohen arrived at the Cannes Film Festival in character today to promote his new comedy, The Dictator, and you can see the footage and photos on RTÉ TEN.
CBS announces new Sherlock Holmes
American network CBS has announced details of its new dramas ? including a new twist on Sherlock Holmes with a female Dr Watson!
Search on for Ireland's new MasterChef
RTÉ Television has launched MasterChef Ireland 2012, and is inviting amateur cooks to take part in the new series.
Terror for Caoimhe in Fair City
Caoimhe realises just how far she is in over her head in Fair City on RTÉ One tonight, Wednesday May 16, at 7.30pm.
TV3 calls time on The Apprentice
It has been announced by TV3 that they will not be renewing Bill Cullen's The Apprentice for a fifth season.
Corrie musical tour dates postponed
Coronation Street musical Street of Dreams has postponed its planned tour dates.
Radio 1 and Lyric fm make waves in NY
RTÉ Radio has been nominated for 25 Awards at the 2012 New York Festivals.
Jedward are continuing to press the flesh in Baku and today the Irish delegation met the Austrians poolside and posed for photos and interviews with Trackshittaz.
Murray looking for Castlepalooza acts
RTÉ Radio 1 is looking for 12 emerging musical acts to fill the John Murray Show Stage at the Castlepalooza festival on Saturday, August 4.
Irish Exclusive: Madagascar 3 clip
It's not in cinemas until October, but RTÉ TEN is giving you a sneak peek at the new animated family comedy, Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted.
Dictator arrives in Cannes ? with camel
Sacha Baron Cohen arrived at the Cannes Film Festival in character today to promote his new comedy, The Dictator, and you can see the footage and photos on RTÉ TEN.
CBS announces new Sherlock Holmes
American network CBS has announced details of its new dramas ? including a new twist on Sherlock Holmes with a female Dr Watson!
Search on for Ireland's new MasterChef
RTÉ Television has launched MasterChef Ireland 2012, and is inviting amateur cooks to take part in the new series.
Terror for Caoimhe in Fair City
Caoimhe realises just how far she is in over her head in Fair City on RTÉ One tonight, Wednesday May 16, at 7.30pm.
TV3 calls time on The Apprentice
It has been announced by TV3 that they will not be renewing Bill Cullen's The Apprentice for a fifth season.
Corrie musical tour dates postponed
Coronation Street musical Street of Dreams has postponed its planned tour dates.
Radio 1 and Lyric fm make waves in NY
RTÉ Radio has been nominated for 25 Awards at the 2012 New York Festivals.
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Cowell 'puzzled' by rival talent show
Simon Cowell has criticised talent shows which are a "bad copy" of 'The X Factor' and said he was "puzzled" by BBC show 'The Voice'.
Allen: Cannes a 'psychological nightmare'
Woody Allen has described Cannes as his worst nightmare.
Adele joins most-powerful-celebs list
Adele has joined the ranks of the world?s most powerful celebrities, making her debut on the Forbes.com Celebrity 100 2012 list.
Kim K 'more guarded' after marriage split
Kim Kardashian admits she is "almost embarrassed" about her televised nuptials.
'Glee' set to pay tribute to Britney - again
'Glee' are making another Britney Spears-themed episode.
Peaches: Birth date was 'little wink' from mum
Peaches Geldof believes having a child has brought her closer to her late mother.
Ronson: Amy took Adele success badly
Amy Winehouse felt "competitive" towards Adele.
Cannes gets the hump with Dictator
Cannes got the hump with Sacha Baron Cohen today as the funnyman staged his latest stunt to promote his new comedy film, 'The Dictator'.
'Superstar' role for Mel C
Mel C is to star in a new West End musical production of 'Jesus Christ Superstar'.
Connery hails Bond director's style
Sean Connery may well be praised for his on-screen depiction of super-smooth sleuth James Bond but he said more credit should go to the director.
Simon Cowell has criticised talent shows which are a "bad copy" of 'The X Factor' and said he was "puzzled" by BBC show 'The Voice'.
Allen: Cannes a 'psychological nightmare'
Woody Allen has described Cannes as his worst nightmare.
Adele joins most-powerful-celebs list
Adele has joined the ranks of the world?s most powerful celebrities, making her debut on the Forbes.com Celebrity 100 2012 list.
Kim K 'more guarded' after marriage split
Kim Kardashian admits she is "almost embarrassed" about her televised nuptials.
'Glee' set to pay tribute to Britney - again
'Glee' are making another Britney Spears-themed episode.
Peaches: Birth date was 'little wink' from mum
Peaches Geldof believes having a child has brought her closer to her late mother.
Ronson: Amy took Adele success badly
Amy Winehouse felt "competitive" towards Adele.
Cannes gets the hump with Dictator
Cannes got the hump with Sacha Baron Cohen today as the funnyman staged his latest stunt to promote his new comedy film, 'The Dictator'.
'Superstar' role for Mel C
Mel C is to star in a new West End musical production of 'Jesus Christ Superstar'.
Connery hails Bond director's style
Sean Connery may well be praised for his on-screen depiction of super-smooth sleuth James Bond but he said more credit should go to the director.
