Univision Reveals Programming Lineup for 2005-2006.NEW YORK New York, state, United States New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of -- Univision Communications Inc. (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange : UVN UVN Ustredni Vojenska Nemocnice (Prague) ): --2006 World Cup --Latin GRAMMY(R) Awards --Brand New Slate of Blockbuster Novelas, Hot New Late-Night Talk/Variety Show and Riveting Weekend News Program Added to #1 Spanish-Language Network's Lineup Univision, America's leading Spanish-language television network, today unveiled its programming schedule for the 2005-2006 season. This season has been exceptional for Univision, with Adult 18-49 viewership up 25% and Adult 18-34 viewership up 38%. Univision continues to be the 5th largest network -- in any language -- averaging 2.2 million Adults 18-49 and 1.4 million Adults 18-34 in primetime. On 146 out of the 231 nights so far this season, Univision beat either ABC ABC in full American Broadcasting Co. Major U.S. television network. It began when the expanding national radio network NBC split into the separate Red and Blue networks in 1928. , CBS (Cell Broadcast Service) See cell broadcast. , NBC NBC in full National Broadcasting Co. Major U.S. commercial broadcasting company. It was formed in 1926 by RCA Corp., General Electric Co. (GE), and Westinghouse and was the first U.S. company to operate a broadcast network. or FOX, drawing a larger total Adult 18-34 audience. In addition, on 21 nights this season, Univision attracted more total Adult 18-34 viewers than any other network, ranking as the #1 television network in the entire country. "This season Univision has truly entered a new era; we now consistently beat at least one of the 'Big 4' English-language networks, attracting more young viewers on nearly two out of every three nights this season," said Alina Falcon, Executive Vice President and Operating Manager, Univision Television Network. "The network is getting stronger every day, and our prospects going into 2005-2006 have never been better. We pride ourselves on being the network of mega events, and in the upcoming season the Latin GRAMMY(R) awards and the 2006 World Cup will be added to our unparalleled lineup of special programming. We are also revolutionizing late night television with our new talk show, just as we did with morning television when we launched 'Despierta America' eight years ago. And of special note in the upcoming season, respected journalist and news anchor Jorge Ramos For other persons named Ramos, see Ramos (disambiguation). Jorge Ramos (born March 16, 1958) is a Mexican anchor of Noticiero Univision. Ramos joined Univision in 1985. He has interviewed multiple world leaders including Fidel Castro, Bill Clinton, George W. will bring the issues of importance and special interest to the U.S. Hispanic community to the forefront with a new weekend morning news show." "Our ability to promote across a broad family of media assets coupled with a deep, unique understanding of our audiences' preferences has made us a regular in the 'Big 4' and a formidable competitor in the overall broadcast television landscape," said Dennis McCauley, Co-President, Network Sales. "In the current season, our audience has grown more than any other broadcast network in the most sought-after 18-49 demographic, and it is clear that Univision's distinct brand resonates with both our audiences and our advertisers now more than ever. For the upcoming season, we're thrilled once again to be the Spanish-language home of the World Cup, which attracted 35 million viewers four years ago and is sure to be an even greater success in 2006 with more accessible game times live from Germany. Advertisers looking for Looking for In the context of general equities, this describing a buy interest in which a dealer is asked to offer stock, often involving a capital commitment. Antithesis of in touch with. alternative places for their dollars this season should look no further than the Univision Networks -- the Hispanic population and its buying power Buying Power The money an investor has available to buy securities. In a margin account, the buying power is the total cash held in the brokerage account plus maximum margin available. Also referred to as "Excess Equity. are booming, and we are able to provide advertisers with a multifaceted marketing opportunity to effectively reach this essential demographic." New Programs Sports --"World Cup 2006" is the most exciting, prestigious and popular sporting event in the world. Univision will once again have the exclusive Spanish-language rights to offer the U.S. Hispanic community unmatched LIVE television broadcasts of all 64 FIFA FIFA International Association Football Federation [French Fédération Internationale de Football Association] FIFA n abbr (= Fédération Internationale de Football Association) → FIFA f World Cup matches. We will feature over 300 hours of coverage ranging from highlights to round-the-clock stories and news, beginning with the opening ceremony and festivities fes·tiv·i·ty n. pl. fes·tiv·i·ties 1. A joyous feast, holiday, or celebration; a festival. 2. The pleasure, joy, and gaiety of a festival or celebration. 3. in June and going all the way through the final match and recaps in July. Primetime Novelas With superstar casts, lavish productions, fast-paced action sequences and riveting storylines, Univision's novelas captivate audiences like no other programming on television. --"El Amor no Tiene Precio El Amor No Tiene Precio (Love Doesn't Have A Price) is a Mexican telenovela aired in 2005 and 2006. Plot Maria Liz lives in a poor vicinity of the city of Mexico with her maternal grandfather, old British called Henry Alexander. ," produced entirely in the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. with an international all-star cast, this youth-appeal story comes to us from the writer of last season's smash-hit "Amor Real Amor real ("True Love") is a Mexican telenovela, which was produced and broadcast by Televisa in 2003. It also aired on Univision in the United States in 2004 and on REN TV in Russia. Televisa has released an abridged DVD version of the novela in several countries. ." --"Contra Viento y Marea Contra viento y marea is a Mexican telenovela aired from May 9 until November 18, 2005 Plot Natalia is a young beautiful girl who lives with her aunt Inez and her aunt's perverted husband Arcaido. ," shot in the most exotic locations in Mexico and Latin America Latin America, the Spanish-speaking, Portuguese-speaking, and French-speaking countries (except Canada) of North America, South America, Central America, and the West Indies. , this story is about a woman forced to choose between two brothers. --"Barrera de Amor Barrera de amor is a Mexican telenovela, which was produced by and broadcasted on Televisa in 2005. Cast
--"La Esposa Virgen" is destined des·tine tr.v. des·tined, des·tin·ing, des·tines 1. To determine beforehand; preordain: a foolish scheme destined to fail; a film destined to become a classic. 2. to become a ratings phenomenon. It tells the compelling story of a young woman forced to wed an older, richer man against her wishes. Audiences will undoubtedly be hooked by the power of the storyline and the passion of the talent behind it. --"Alborada," from the creative team that brought us "Amor Real," this epic novela is set in the late 1800s era of the French-imposed Mexican monarchy. --"Piel de Otono" features an all-star cast in an extraordinary production that includes shooting on location in Spain and is sure to be another blockbuster novela hit. It tells the touching story of three best friends whose life stories intertwine over the course of several decades. Late-Night Entertainment Variety --"Ay Que Noche!" will revolutionize late-night television entertainment the way that "Despierta America" changed mornings forever. Live studio audience participation is key to the unique format of this original Univision production, which features incredible stage acts, exclusive celebrity interviews and top musical performances. (Monday-Friday, 12:00 a.m. - 1:00 a.m. ET) News --"Punto de Encuentro con Jorge Ramos" offers no-holds-barred discussions on the most important topics to the Hispanic community between today's most important newsmakers and host Jorge Ramos. (Sunday, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. ET) Weekend Daytime --"Codigo Fama - International" will follow thousands of kids from 20 nations around the world as they represent their countries and compete in the first and biggest worldwide reality talent search for kids. (Saturday, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. ET) --"Incognito in·cog·ni·to adv. & adj. With one's identity disguised or concealed. n. pl. in·cog·ni·tos 1. One whose identity is disguised or concealed. 2. " introduces you to Facundo, who, along with and the Incognito team, will capture antics on hidden camera, making for one surprise after another. (Saturday, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. ET) Primetime Special Events As the Network of mega-events, Univision adds two more exciting specials to its unmatched lineup in 2005-2006. --"The Latin GRAMMY(R) Awards" - one of the Latin recording industry's most coveted cov·et v. cov·et·ed, cov·et·ing, cov·ets v.tr. 1. To feel blameworthy desire for (that which is another's). See Synonyms at envy. 2. To wish for longingly. See Synonyms at desire. awards - is set to be presented entirely in Spanish on the nation's #1 Spanish-language broadcast television network for the first time ever. Viewers are invited to witness one of the most exciting special events on Hispanic America's "mega-event" network in what is sure to be a historic night on Univision. (November 3, 2005) --"Chespirito: 35 Anos en Nuestro Corazon" is an all-star tribute to Hispanic entertainment's beloved living legend Living Legend may refer to:
Quarterly Primetime Specials --"En Exclusiva con Myrka Dellanos Myrka Dellanos (born May 27, 1965 in the United States) is a Cuban-American journalist and TV show host. Myrka Dellanos is primarily known for being a co-host of Univision's Primer Impacto from 1992 to 2005. ," hosted by People en Espanol's 2005 Star of the Year, features today's hottest stars and most controversial celebrities in a series of specials guaranteed to invoke conversation at home, work and around town. --"Cristina Presenta: Sonando Contigo" leads audiences step-by-step through the process as Cristina Saralegui Cristina Saralegui (born January 29, 1948 in Havana, Cuba) is a journalist, talk show host and actress. Following Fidel Castro's rise to power in Cuba, Saralegui fled with her family to Miami in 1960 at the age of 12. makes dreams come true. These heartwarming heart·warm·ing or heart-warm·ing adj. 1. Causing gladness and pleasure. 2. Eliciting sympathy and tender feelings: a heartwarming tale. Adj. 1. stories and extreme life transformations are guaranteed to leave participants and viewers changed forever. Returning Favorites Primetime -- 10:00 p.m. Variety Block --"Cristina" brings back primetime's Queen of Talk - Cristina Saralegui - for another season of the Emmy-Award winning, internationally renowned program that remains the most successful talk show on Spanish-language television. (Monday, 10:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. ET) --"Don Francisco At least two noteworthy people go by the name of Don Francisco:
--"Aqui y Ahora," hosted by Teresa Rodriguez, Maria Elena Salinas Salinas, city, United States Salinas (səlē`nəs), city (1990 pop. 108,777), seat of Monterey co., W Calif.; inc. 1874. It is the shipping and processing center of a fertile valley famous for its grain and lettuce. and Jorge Ramos, is once again slated to bring viewers an hour of compelling in-depth investigations, consumer reports and hard-hitting interviews. (Thursday, 10:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. ET) Daytime --"Despierta America" is the most-watched live early-morning talk-news-variety show on Spanish-language television and remains Hispanic America's favorite way to begin the day, as Fernando Arau Fernando Arau began his career acting in children’s theatre in his native Mexico. In his early twenties, he hosted a kids' TV show in In 1994, he moved to Miami, where he eventually became one of the hosts on Despierta América, along with Rafael Jose, Giselle Blondet, Ana , Ana Maria Canseco Ana Maria Canseco is the co-host of the hugely-popular Univision morning talk show Despierta América every weekday morning. She also serves as guest host on the network's afternoon talk show El Gordo y La Flaca. She is of Mexican decent. , Raul Gonzalez and Neida Sandoval enhance the morning news with humor and entertainment. (Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. ET) --"Casos de Familia This article is about the Polish political party. For other uses, see Familia (disambiguation). Familia ("The Family," from the Romain familia " is a touching reflection of family drama hosted by talk-show veteran Judith Grace, whose sensibility allows guests to open up, revealing solutions to their problems. (Monday-Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. ET) --"Trato Hecho Trato Hecho, Spanish for "done deal" or "It's a deal", is the name used for at least three different game shows:
Early Fringe --"El Gordo y La Flaca El Gordo y la Flaca (translated, The Fat Man and the Thin Girl) is a completely self-descriptive Spanish language television talk show. It first aired in 1998 and is hosted by Raúl De Molina aka El Gordo and Lili Estefan aka La Flaca. " gives Hispanic America Hispanic America (Spanish: Hispanoamérica) it is defined strictly and traditionally as the region comprising the American countries inhabited by Spanish-speaking populations, historically known as Spanish America or "Hispano america". a behind-the-scenes look at television, film and music. Expert hosts Raul De Molina and Lili Estefan reveal the world of Latin entertainment through the most impressive celebrity news and exclusive daily interviews. (Monday-Friday, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. ET) --"Primer Impacto" and "Primer Impacto Fin de Semana," the #1 newsmagazine show in the nation among Hispanic viewers, returns with the top headlines and exclusives brought to audiences by hosts Barbara Bermudo and Fernando del Rincon during the week and Carmen Dominicci and Veronica del Castillo on weekends. (Monday-Sunday, 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. ET) News and Newsmagazines --"Noticiero Univision," acknowledged by millions of Spanish-speaking television viewers as the most trustworthy and accurate news source in the U.S., guarantees instant, thorough and reliable information on all of the day's breaking news. Audiences know and trust returning hosts Jorge Ramos and Maria Elena Salinas as well as weekend anchors Maria Antonieta Collins and Sergio Urquidi. (Monday-Sunday, 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. ET) --"Noticiero Univision - Ultima Hora ho·ra also ho·rah n. A traditional round dance of Romania and Israel. [Modern Hebrew h ," hosted by veteran anchor Enrique Gratas, offers viewers the last word on the most important events of the past 24 hours at the end of each day. (Monday-Sunday, 11:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. ET) --"Noticias Univision Presenta" features one-hour specials throughout the year that focus on deeper, more complete news and analysis of those issues that are of particular interest to the Hispanic community. Weekend Daytime --"Control," returns with popular host Karla Martinez, who reports on the topics that interest today's young adults - from fashion to fitness to romance to careers - in the hip, contemporary style they prefer best. (Saturday, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. ET) --"Caliente," created especially for Hispanic teens and hosted by Rafael Mercadante, features live performances by internationally famous recording artists taped on location at the hippest, most electrifying e·lec·tri·fy tr.v. e·lec·tri·fied, e·lec·tri·fy·ing, e·lec·tri·fies 1. To produce electric charge on or in (a conductor). 2. a. beaches and resorts in the world. (Saturday, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. ET) --"Que Locura" features the most outrageous pranks - played on famous celebrities - revealed to audience members by hidden camera. (Sunday, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET) Weekend Primetime --"Sabado Gigante," featuring legendary host Don Francisco, remains the longest running variety show in television history. A Saturday night tradition in most Hispanic homes throughout America, Sabado Gigante reaches more Hispanic viewers than any other weekend show on television." (Saturday, 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. ET) --"Asi Es...Gilberto Gless" is back for another season - the hilarious Gilberto Gless will continue to deliver good-natured humor by impersonating Hispanic entertainment's biggest stars through 2006. (Saturday, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. ET) --"La Parodia" continues to entertain audiences with a full hour of parody at its finest, performed by well-loved comics and actors who impersonate im·per·son·ate tr.v. im·per·son·at·ed, im·per·son·at·ing, im·per·son·ates 1. To assume the character or appearance of, especially fraudulently: impersonate a police officer. 2. and joke about everything imaginable. (Sunday, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. ET) --"La Hora Pico" gives some of the funniest Hispanic comedians the opportunity to display their best performances. (Sunday, 9:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. ET) --"Ver Para Creer," with Fernando del Rincon and Rosana Franco, brings viewers a mesmerizing mes·mer·ize tr.v. mes·mer·ized, mes·mer·iz·ing, mes·mer·iz·es 1. To spellbind; enthrall: "He could mesmerize an audience by the sheer force of his presence" hour of dramatic and mysterious people and places from around the world. (Sunday, 10:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. ET) Sports As the uncontested leader in sports coverage, the Univision Network will continue to bring Hispanic America more in-depth information about their favorite events, teams and athletes. --"Futbol Liga Mexicana," returns to offer viewers the most comprehensive coverage of the exciting premier Mexican soccer division with hosts Pablo Ramirez and Jesus Bracamontes. (Live, Sunday, 1:00 p.m. ET) --"Republica Deportiva," hosted by Fernando Fiore and Rosana Franco, keeps viewers up to speed on the latest sports developments, highlights and classic moments. (Sunday, 11:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. ET) Primetime Specials The Univision Network's special events are always top-rated audience favorites. Univision broadcasts more special events and programs than any other U.S. Spanish-language network, airing the premiere musical events, festivals, beauty pageants and award ceremonies in the Spanish-speaking world. This season's upcoming spectacular primetime productions will include: --"Premio Lo Nuestro a La Musica Latina, 18th Edition" is the first and longest-standing music awards program and remains a favorite among audiences, who continue to tune in to this program in ever-increasing numbers. Broadcast live from Miami Track listing
--"Premios Juventud" debuted as an enormous success last year, and this season will return once again to celebrate the hottest pop culture icons and rising teen stars. (May 2006) --"Feliz 2006!" rings in the New Year with nonstop celebrity guests and live remote broadcasts from urban centers around the globe as master of ceremonies Don Francisco leads audiences in celebrating Hispanic-America's #1 New Year's fiesta. (December 31, 2005, 11:00 p.m.) --"Premios TV y Novelas XXIII" features the most popular actors, comedians, anchors and show hosts on Spanish-language television, who are recognized during this award show by "TV y Novelas" magazine readers. (November 2005) --"Premios Furia Musical" honors the best in Tex-Mex, Banda, Tropical and traditional Mexican favorites, who are commemorated by their biggest fans, readers of Furia Musical magazine. (February 2006) --"Premios Oye!", hosted by Mexico's National Academy of Music and presented at a ceremony that is attended by superstar guests and world-famous recording artists, these awards recognize the very best in international music talent. (May 2006) --"Nuestra Belleza de Mexico" is the glamorous beauty pageant where women from every Mexican state compete for the title of "Miss Mexico" and the opportunity to compete in international pageants. (September 2005) --"Miss Venezuela" is one of the most recognized beauty pageants in the world, where the beautiful and talented winner will go on to compete for the title of "Miss Universe." (September 2005) --"Festival Mariachi Disney" takes viewers to Florida's Walt Disney World Noun 1. Walt Disney World - a large amusement park established in 1971 to the southwest of Orlando Orlando - a city in central Florida; site of Walt Disney World to enjoy a festival of the finest Mariachi singers from across the nation. (November 2005) Photographs of new and returning programming (courtesy of Univision) are available for downloading at the following Internet address: ftp://ftp.univision.net USER NAME: media, PASSWORD: upfront. Univision Communications Inc. (NYSE: UVN) is the premier Spanish-language media company in the United States. Its operations include Univision Network, the most-watched Spanish-language broadcast television network in the U.S. reaching 98% of U.S. Hispanic Households; TeleFutura Network, a general-interest Spanish-language broadcast television network, which was launched in 2002 and now reaches 83% of U.S. Hispanic Households; Univision Television Group, which owns and operates 27 Univision Network television stations and 1 non-Univision television station; TeleFutura Television Group, which owns and operates 33 TeleFutura Network television stations; Galavision, the country's leading Spanish-language cable network; Univision Radio, the leading Spanish-language radio group which owns and/or operates 66 radio stations in 17 of the top 25 U.S. Hispanic markets and 4 stations in Puerto Rico; Univision Music Group The Univision Music Group Is the #1 Latin music company in the U.S. with approximately 45% market share. Founded in April 2001 with a vision of releasing and marketing the best of every genre of Latin music, the Univision Music Group now includes three record labels: Univision , which includes Univision Records, Fonovisa Records, and a 50% interest in Mexico-based Disa Records labels as well as Fonomusic and America Musical Publishing companies; and Univision Online, the premier Spanish-language Internet destination in the U.S. located at www.univision.com. Univision Communications also has a 50% interest in TuTv, a joint venture formed to broadcast Televisa's pay television channels in the U.S., and a non-voting 27% interest in Entravision Communications Corporation, a public Spanish-language media company. Univision Communications is headquartered in Los Angeles with television network operations in Miami and television and radio stations and sales offices in major cities throughout the United States. For more information, please visit www.univision.net. |
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