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• Don't miss the next live taping of "HVTV" Monday April 3, 7 PM at Ragan Theater! Starring Larry Bagby of "Walk the Line", "Saints and Soldiers", musical guest Tyler Howells and many more!!! Check back soon for more details.

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• April 3rd Lineup:

Larry Bagby

http://www.larrybagby.com

http://www.walkthelinedvd.com

Standup Comedian:

Shawn Rapier

http://www.laughatshawn.com/

Bands:

Tyler Howells
http://www.myspace.com/tylerhowells

Truman
http://www.myspace.com/trumanboys

Larry Bagby
http://www.larrybagby.com

What is "HVTV" you may ask? HVTV is a thirty minute weekly variety television show loosely patterned after the classic late-night shows of David Letterman and Jay Leno, combining comedy, talk, and entertainment - with a local twist. HVTV features top musical artists, stars, comedians, and other news-making guests and will be taped before a live studio audience. Each show will also offer audience interaction and short comedic featurettes called "Where Will Michael B? ".  These comedic segments will be informative documentary styled featurettes that take viewers along with Michael B. as he travels around looking for fun and exciting things to do and interesting people to meet. Whether learning to ride the Skeleton at the Olympic Park in Park City, hang gliding or being put through intense tactical military training where he gets shot up by the pros - Michael B. delivers hilarious impromptu comedy.

"Happy Valley TV was born out of the desire to create an entertaining live show for people who want something new and fresh as an alternative to national network programming or the Movies. Our aim is to provide not only an entertaining television show, but an entertaining live variety show as well, explains Bob Madsen - Executive Producer. "Now Utahn's can take a date to a show that offers standup comedy, live music and interesting interviews with local and national celebrities" states Madsen.

Mike Hayter, Executive Producer explains: "Michael B is incredibly talented!  He will interview celebrities, political leaders, and other notable people that will make us laugh and inspire.  We're also searching for interesting "civilian" guests with quirky talents and funny stories.  We aim to shake up late night comedy with world class entertainment that appeals to people looking for something different - funny and clean."

Friday March 3rd Guest Lineup:
The guests of the March 3rd show will be: Host - Comedian - "Michael B." (Michael Birkeland), Filmmaker - Kurt Hale (Halestorm Entertainment), Olympian - Noelle Pikus-Pace, Actress - Emily Tyndall (Napolean Dynamite), Comedian - Dave Nibley, Musical Guest - "Jerrytown", Musical Guest - "Truman", surprise guests and plenty of free giveaways!

**If you would like to learn more about “Happy Valley TV” and future shows, please check back often!
http://www.happyvalleytv.com
contact@happyvalleytv.com

Student Tickets Just $3.00 Non Students $5.00
Musts Be Seated By 7:55 For Live Show Taping

UVSC Ticket Office (801) 863-8797

**Ragan Theater Information:
http://www.uvsc.edu/ragan/

*Tickets available at the Box Office on campus
*The live shows will run approximately 90 minutes

Learn more about the guests of the "Happy Valley TV" 3/3/06 Live Show

2/22/06 ”Happy Valley TV” Guest Bios:

Michael Birkeland - Host of "HVTV"

Michael B has made his mark over the past 15 year as a top billed standup comedian and has starred in several films including "Home Teachers", "Singles Ward" and his most recent, "Church Ball" - which premiers in March.

Kurt Hale - Halestorm Entertainment President & Creative Director

Filmmaker Kurt Hale will discuss past, current and future projects as well as how he got his start in the film industry. Kurt will also be promoting his most recent film "Church Ball" that will be premiering in Theaters March 17th.
More Films produced by Halestorm Entertainment:
Church Ball, The Singles Ward, The RM, Church Ball, Suits on the Loose, Mobsters and Mormons, The Home Teachers and more.
Learn more:
http://www.halestormentertainment.com

Noelle Pikus-Pace

Recently having returned from the Torino Olympics, Utah’s own Noelle Pikus-Pace of the U.S. Women’s Skeleton Team will share her inspirational story of courage and excellence.
Who is Noelle Pikus-Pace?
Despite defying countless odds -- first by winning a World Cup title, then by somehow getting hit by a runaway bobsled, and yet again by rapidly recovering from a broken leg – Utah Valley State College graduate Noelle Pikus-Pace was named to the U.S. Olympic skeleton team only as an alternate. She missed the first two World Cup races this season because of her broken leg, and thus could not obtain enough points to earn the one women's spot the U.S. was ultimately awarded. In a profound show of true sportsmanship, Noelle traveled to Torino where she supported and encouraged her Olympic teammates. Noelle will share her experiences at the Olympics as well as her future plans.
Learn more:
http://www.nbcolympics.com/athletes/5058696/detail.html

Emily Tyndall - Actress | Artist

From "Napolean Dynamite", "Pirates of the Great Salt Lake".
Learn more:
http://www.emilytyndall.com

David Nibley: Standup Comedian | Actor

Top billed local comedian David Nibley, is know for his quick wit and intelligent approach to comedy. From local culture to national events, David Nibley shares his comedic and enlightening observations guaranteed to make you laugh out loud.

Special Guest Star: Jimmy Chunga: Actor | Comedian | Radio Personality

Local -- national celebrity, and Utah's favorite radio personality, Jimmy Chunga will perform his unique brand of standup comedy, blending current issues with personal comedic observations.
Learn more:
http://www.1019theend.com/

Musical Guest: "Jerrytown"
Utah’s own “Jerrytown” has developed quite a local following and is expected to be Utah’s next big breakout artist. Jerrytown will perform a few songs from their current album.
Learn more:
http://www.myspace.com/jerrytown

Musical Guest: "Truman"
Check back soon for details!

**If you would like to learn more about “Happy Valley TV” and future shows visit:
http://www.happyvalleytv.com
contact@happyvalleytv.com

*Student Tickets Just $3.00 Non Students $5.00
*Musts be seated by 7:55 for live show taping.
Tickets available at the Box Office on campus.

The live shows will run approximately 90 minutes.

-Breaking News-

• Don't miss the next live taping of "HVTV" Monday April 3, 7 PM at Ragan Theater! Starring Larry Bagby of "Walk the Line", "Saints and Soldiers" and musical guest Tyler Howells and many more!!! Check back soon for more details.
  
  
  http://www.larrybagby.com
  
  http://www.walkthelinedvd.com
  
  http://www.myspace.com/tylerhowells

The "HVTV" Team:

• Michael Birkeland - Host | Writer | Producer

• Bob Madsen - Executive Producer | Director

• Michael Hayter - Executive Producer | Business Development

• Dallin Rees - Musical Director | Audio Engineer

• Matt Henderson
  First A.D.
• Adam Henderson
  Production Designer
• Todd Michael Thompson
  Actor | Production Support
• Sean Abrahms
  Lighting

• Alan Wayman
  Camera|Cinematography
• Kelly Shoops
  Camera
• Kevin Smith
  Camera
• Andrew Behrend
  Camera
• Abe DeGarmo
  Key Grip

Special Thanks To Our Many Sponsors:

Macintosh Communications
2698 S Redwood Rd Suite A
Salt Lake City, Ut. 84004
(801) 580-9353

Wayman Studios
2655 West 12600
Riverton, Ut. 84065
(801) 254-4374

Many special thanks to our sponsors and Utah Valley State College!

To learn more about HVTV please call or send email:

Office 801.492.8192 or Contact Us By Email