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Date of Death: February 24, 2006 (81)

Birth Place: Morgantown, WV, USA

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Karen Knotts to Perform at Gallo Center, 10/5
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 8, 2014


For children who grew up in the 1960s laughing at Don Knotts' portrayal of Deputy Barney Fife on the classic television comedy, "The Andy Griffith Show," his daughter's tribute to her father just might be the must-see event at the Gallo Center for the Arts this season.

Jon Hamm, Kevin Hart, Danny McBride, Sarah Silverman, Josh Gad and Key & Peele All in Talks for THE INCREDIBLE MR. LIMPET Movie
by Movies News Desk - Jul 8, 2014


The Wrap reports that a slew of comedy stars are now in talks for Richard Linklater's THE INCREDIBLE MR. LIMPET remake, with Jon Hamm vying for a leading role opposite Zach Galifianakis, and Danny McBride, Sarah Silverman, Kevin Hart, Josh Gad and Keegan Michael Key & Jordan Peele (Key & Peele) in the wings for supporting roles.

PICT Theatre Opens Season with BLITHE SPIRIT Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 3, 2014


PICT Theatre's Artistic and Executive Director Alan Stanford has selected a bold assortment of classic plays for PICT's 18th season, Something Wicked This Way Comes. Each play contains its own version of wickedness, with the Noel Coward classic Blithe Spirit opening the season tonight, May 3rd (May 1 and 2 previews.)

Karen Knotts Brings TIED UP IN KNOTTS! to Harris Center Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Mar 21, 2014


A true father/daughter story, Karen Knotts' one woman show, TIED UP IN KNOTTS! will delight, entertain, and take audiences at Harris Center for the Arts on a wild journey. There's also a host of zany characters, all portrayed by Knotts, who take part on this journey as Karen describes what life was like growing up the daughter of the legendary Don Knotts. Diana London in the Los Angeles Times reported 'It really pulls at the heart strings.' LAist says, 'A humorous and poignant look at growing up in Hollywood.'

PICT Theatre to Open Season with BLITHE SPIRIT, 5/3
by BWW News Desk - Mar 12, 2014


PICT Theatre's Artistic and Executive Director Alan Stanford has selected a bold assortment of classic plays for PICT's 18th season, Something Wicked This Way Comes. Each play contains its own version of wickedness, with the Noel Coward classic Blithe Spirit opening the season May 3rd (May 1 and 2 previews.)

Karen Knotts to Bring TIED UP IN KNOTTS! to Harris Center, Begin. 3/21
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 7, 2014


A true father/daughter story, Karen Knotts' one woman show, TIED UP IN KNOTTS! will delight, entertain, and take audiences at Harris Center for the Arts on a wild journey. There's also a host of zany characters, all portrayed by Knotts, who take part on this journey as Karen describes what life was like growing up the daughter of the legendary Don Knotts. Diana London in the Los Angeles Times reported 'It really pulls at the heart strings.' LAist says, 'A humorous and poignant look at growing up in Hollywood.'

50th Anniversary Celebration of IT'S A MAD, MAD, MAD, MAD WORLD Set for Today
by Movies News Desk - Oct 27, 2013


The 50th Anniversary screening and celebration of Stanley Kramer's 'IT'S A MAD, MAD, MAD, MAD WORLD' which opened The Cinerama Dome 50 years ago, will take place today, October 27th, which will be declared 'IT'S A MAD, MAD, MAD WORLD DAY' in Los Angeles.

50th Anniversary Celebration of IT'S A MAD, MAD, MAD, MAD WORLD Set for 10/27
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 24, 2013


The 50th Anniversary screening and celebration of Stanley Kramer's “IT'S A MAD, MAD, MAD, MAD WORLD” which opened The Cinerama Dome 50 years ago,

Clint Black, Chita Rivera, The Capitol Steps and More Added to Harris Center's 2013-14 Season
by Molly Tracy - Sep 17, 2013


The Harris Center for the Arts at Folsom Lake College is always adding new shows-always. Since the 2013-14 Season of Performing Arts was announced over the summer, a stunning array of new performances have been added to the mix.

Magic Castle Creator Milt Larsen Joins Pacific Pioneer Broadcaster's Diamond Circle
by BWW News Desk - Apr 20, 2013


Milt Larsen, creator of the world renowned Magic Castle in Hollywood, California will be inducted into the coveted Pacific Pioneer Broadcaster's Diamond Circle at a luncheon in the Empire Room of the Sportsmans Lodge in Studio City on May 10, 2013. This very special honor recognizes a member of the Pacific Pioneer Broadcasters who has made a significant contribution to broadcasting.

CRITIC'S CUT: Top TV Companions; Sticking by the Sidekick
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 8, 2013


BWW TV World is thrilled to present our weekly Critic's Cut: slicing the best (and the worst) moments of pop culture into ten little digestible pieces. This week's edition features the most renowned television sidekicks in history, who all proved that no one can do it alone.

THE BIRDS Overtake 'Universal's Legacy of Horror' at the Academy
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 19, 2012


The Academy is hosting an October-long celebration of classic horror films in honor of "Universal's Legacy of Horror"- part of the studio's year-long 100th anniversary celebration.

TCM Remembers Actor Andy Griffith Tonght, 7/18
by TV News Desk - Jul 18, 2012


Turner Classic Movies (TCM) remembers the life and career of actor Andy Griffith tonight, July 18. Griffith passed away this morning at the age of 86.

TV Land to Celebrate the Life and Work of Andy Griffith
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 3, 2012


TV Land will honor the life and work of beloved actor Andy Griffith, who passed away today at the age of 86, with blocks of programming highlighting his most treasured work, 'The Andy Griffith Show.'

TCM to Remember Actor Andy Griffith, 7/18
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 3, 2012


Turner Classic Movies (TCM) will remember the life and career of actor Andy Griffith on Wednesday, July 18. Griffith passed away this morning at the age of 86.

Matt Bergman, James Davis and More Set for THE NOBODIES OF COMEDY Tonight, 5/4
by BWW News Desk - May 4, 2012


For the tenth year, the Nobodies of Comedy visit the State Theatre, tonight, May 4 at 8 PM.

Matt Bergman, James Davis and More Set for THE NOBODIES OF COMEDY, 5/4
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 19, 2012


For the tenth year, the Nobodies of Comedy visit the State Theatre, Friday, May 4 at 8 PM.

Once In a Lifetime Kicks Off Asolo Rep’s Repertory Season 1/6-2/29
by BWW News Desk - Jan 6, 2012


Asolo Repertory Theatre's rep season begins on January 6, 2012 with the opening of Broadway legends Kaufman and Hart's ONCE IN A LIFETIME.

Once In a Lifetime Kicks Off Asolo Rep’s Repertory Season 1/6-2/29
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 22, 2011


Asolo Repertory Theatre's rep season begins on January 6, 2012 with the opening of Broadway legends Kaufman and Hart's ONCE IN A LIFETIME.

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