MOZART IN THE JUNGLE’s Gael García Bernal to Guest Conduct at the Hollywood Bowl

Reel life will meet real life when MOZART IN THE JUNGLE star Gael García Bernal (who plays Rodrigo DeSousa) guest conducts part of the Los Angeles Philharmonic performance at the Hollywood Bowl on Thursday.

And fans of the show who aren’t in Los Angeles won’t have to worry about missing out — Bernal’s guest conducting is being filmed as part of a season 2 storyline for MOZART IN THE JUNGLE.

MOZART IN THE JUNGLE season 2 will launch in 2016.

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Amazon Renews MOZART IN THE JUNGLE

MOZART IN THE JUNGLE will return for a second season, Amazon announced.

“The first season of MOZART IN THE JUNGLE was a big hit with our customers and I’m thrilled that we’re able to produce a second season,” said Roy Price, Vice President of Amazon Studios in a statement. “[Executive producers] Roman [Coppola], Jason [Schwartzman], and Paul [Weitz] brought viewers into this rarely-seen world of the symphony. I know fans of the series will be in for treat when the second season premieres early next year.”

“Jason, Paul and I are delighted to work on a second season of Mozart in the Jungle,” said Coppola. “There are so many interesting stories we want to tell and we’re looking forward to shooting another season with our wonderful cast and team of collaborators. We’re grateful to all the folks at Amazon who believe in this project and support us to portray the world of our symphony in what we hope will be an interesting, fun and imaginative season of television. We can’t wait for the curtain to rise on season two.”

Series stars Gael Garcia Bernal, Saffron Burrows, Lola Kirke, and Malcolm McDowell will return for the show’s second season.

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Amazon Sets MOZART IN THE JUNGLE Season 1 Launch

Amazon will debut the entire first season of MOZART IN THE JUNGLE on December 23rd, Amazon Studios announced.

“Our customers will be immersed in a provocative and compelling world,” said Roy Price, Vice President of Amazon Studios, in a statement. “[Executive producers] Jason [Schwartzman], Roman [Coppola], Paul [Weitz] and John [Strauss] have brilliantly tapped into this microcosm brought to life by an unparalleled ensemble cast.”

“Classical music has always interested me,” Coppola said. “By being part of this show I’ve been able to immerse myself in this fascinating world. I think the viewer will be equally as surprised and intrigued as I was with what goes on behind the curtain at the symphony.”

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In Case You Missed It…THE MINDY PROJECT, REVOLUTION, THE FOLLOWING, and More!

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This week on GMMR:

• THE TOMORROW PEOPLE: Mark Pellegrino on Jedikiah’s Decline, Strained Relationships, and More
• THE MINDY PROJECT: Ike Barinholtz and Xosha Roquemore Tease What’s to Come and an Upcoming Romance
• HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER Series Finale: Some Thoughts
• THE MINDY PROJECT: Matt Warburton Teases Tonight’s Return
• MARVEL’S AGENTS OF S.H.I.E.L.D.: The Cast Teases Their Biggest Questions About the Show
• THE MINDY PROJECT: Matt Warburton Teases What’s Next for Danny and Mindy
• REVOLUTION: Billy Burke, Elizabeth Mitchell, and David Lyons Tease the Tense Relationships Between Miles, Rachel, and Monroe
• ARROW: Marc Guggenheim on Slade vs. Oliver, Thea, and More
• REVOLUTION: Tracy Spiridakos, Billy Burke, JD Pardo, and Mat Vairo Tease ‘Austin City Limits’
• COMMUNITY: Dan Harmon, Joel McHale, Yvette Nicole Brown, Danny Pudi, and Jim Rash Tease ‘G.I. Jeff’
• PARKS AND RECREATION: Billy Eichner on Joining the Show, and What’s to Come for Craig
• SLEEPY HOLLOW: Tom Mison on Ichabod’s Season 2 Troubles, Why He Trusts the Writers, and More
• RAISING HOPE Series Finale: Mike Mariano on Reaching the End, the Episode That Never Was, Favorite Memories, and More
• MASTERS OF SEX: Lizzy Caplan on Working with Michael Sheen, and Season 2
• LOST: The Cast and Producers Look Back at the Series
• THE FOLLOWING: Marcos Siega Previews the Impact of Claire’s Return, What Scene Has Him Excited, and More

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Amazon Orders ALPHA HOUSE Season 2, Officially Picks Up THE AFTER, BOSCH, TRANSPARENT, MOZART IN THE JUNGLE, and Two More

Amazon has officially ordered four of it newest adult pilots, and two of its children pilots to series, as well as renewing ALPHA HOUSE for season 2, the studio announced today.

“We had a tremendous response to Amazon Studios’ latest pilots—in fact, double the number of customers watched these pilots compared to our first season and they posted thousands of heartfelt reviews with pleas for us to continue these shows,” said Roy Price, Director of Amazon Studios in a statement. “Now the fun really begins—Amazon will be working with some of the most talented casts and creators in the business to bring six new shows exclusively to tens of millions of Prime members worldwide. These series, along with our summer kids programming, will give customers a lot of viewing choices.”

“We are delighted that ALPHA HOUSE is a winner among Prime members,” continued Price. “More than 6,000 customers gave the show a perfect five-star rating and have posted glowing, witty and compelling reviews asking for a second season. We’re excited to begin production and keep the story about these senators alive.”

And here’s the lowdown on the new shows:

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In Case You Missed It…HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER, ONCE UPON A TIME, VERONICA MARS, PaleyFest, and More

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• Fox Cancels RAISING HOPE, Sets Series Finale Date
• CBS Sets Premiere Dates for UNDER THE DOME, RECKLESS, EXTANT, UNFORGETTABLE, and More
• PaleyFest 2014 to Live Stream All Panels
• Report: Amazon Picks Up THE AFTER, BOSCH, MOZART IN THE JUNGLE, and TRANSPARENT
• CBS Renews THE BIG BANG THEORY For 3 Seasons
• MASTERS OF SEX: Keke Palmer to Recur in Season 2
• CBS Renews NCIS, CSI, PERSON OF INTEREST, MOM, and 14 Other Shows

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Report: Amazon Picks Up THE AFTER, BOSCH, MOZART IN THE JUNGLE, and TRANSPARENT

Amazon debuted five adult pilots last month for viewers to watch and rate, and now, according to Variety, they’ve picked up four shows to series.

So which shows made the cut? Take a look at the list below, plus a description of what they’re about…

Amazon Releases Its Second Batch of Pilots — Watch Them All Now For Free!

Amazon has once again released all of the pilots for its upcoming “season” on its site to leave the decision of what they pick up in the hands of the potential viewers.

Curious about what’s on their slate? Take a look at descriptions of all ten shows, plus links to where you can watch the episodes…

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