Erin Brady Miss Connecticut USA Crowned Miss USA 2013 at the 62nd Annual Miss USA Beauty Pageant Competition

All-Star Lineup of Judges Announced for the 2013 MISS USA Competition Airs Sunday, June 16 on NBC

NEW YORK – June 13, 2013 – NBC, Donald J. Trump and Paula M. Shugart, president of the Miss Universe Organization, present the judges for the 2013 MISS USA® Competition, which will broadcast live from Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas on Sunday, June 16 (9-11 p.m. ET) on NBC.

The panel of judges includes:
• Bob Harper, Health and Fitness Expert, Author and Star on NBC’s “The Biggest Loser”
• Betsey Johnson, Legendary Fashion Designer and Star of Style Network’s “XOX Betsey Johnson”
• NeNe Leakes, Actress “Glee,” Bravo star of “Real Housewives Atlanta” and “I Dream of NeNe”
• Wendie Malick, Actress, Star of TV Land’s “Hot in Cleveland”
• Jessica Robertson, Reality TV Personality on A&E’s “Duck Dynasty”
• Larry Fitzgerald, MVP Wide Receiver for the Arizona Cardinals, Seven-time Pro Bowl Selection
• Nikki Bella, Former WWE® Diva Champion and TV Personality on E!’s “Total Divas”
• Mo Rocca, Correspondent, “Sunday Morning” with Charles Osgood, Host of Cooking Channel’s “My Grandmother’s Ravioli”
• Christina Milian, American Actress, Singer-songwriter, Social Media Correspondent on NBC’s “The Voice”

“We have a great show in store for our fans and a diverse lineup of judges to select our next Miss USA,” said Shugart. “We like to bring a mix of talent to the judging panel.  It reflects who we are as a country and creates an interesting outcome for the competition.”

Joining the musical lineup for the MISS USA telecast is Paul “DJ Pauly D” DelVecchio, one of the world’s most sought after DJs, who will bring the electronic dance music phenomenon to the stage. Currently holding DJ residencies in Las Vegas and Atlantic City, Pauly’s eclectic track selection, incomparable style and charismatic personality continues to captivate crowds around the globe leaving them fist pumping all night.

As previously announced, the 2013 MISS USA® Competition will be co-hosted by Giuliana Rancic (E! News) and Nick Jonas (Jonas Brothers).  The Jonas Brothers will perform during the swimsuit competition. Commentator Jeannie Mai (“Style Pop”) will take viewers behind the scenes to engage with contestants, talent and fans throughout the telecast.

Contestants from all 50 states and the District of Columbia will be judged in three categories: swimsuit, evening gown and interview as they vie for the coveted title of Miss USA 2013. Nana Meriwether, Miss USA 2012, will crown her successor at the conclusion of the two-hour telecast.

The contestants the are competing for the title of Miss USA 2013 and the coveted Miss USA Diamond Nexus Crown are from: Miss Alabama USA 2013, Mary Margaret McCord; Miss Alaska USA 2013, Melissa McKinney; Miss Arizona USA 2013, Rachel Massie; Miss Arkansas USA 2013, Hannah Billingsley; Miss California USA 2013, Mabelynn Capeluj; Miss Colorado USA 2013, Amanda Wiley; Miss Connecticut USA 2013, Erin Brady; Miss Delaware USA 2013, Rachel Baiocco; Miss District Of Columbia USA 2013, Jessica Frith; Miss Florida USA 2013, Michelle Aguirre; Miss Georgia USA 2013, Brittany Sharp; Miss Hawaii USA 2013, Brianna Acosta; Miss Idaho USA 2013, Marissa Wickland; Miss Illinois USA 2013, Stacie Juris; Miss Indiana USA 2013, Emily Hart; Miss Iowa USA 2013, Richelle Orr; Miss Kansas USA 2013, Staci Klinginsmith; Miss Kentucky USA 2013, Allie Leggett; Miss Louisiana USA 2013, Kristen Girault; Miss Maine USA 2013, Ali Clair; Miss Maryland USA 2013, Kasey Staniszewski; Miss Massachusetts USA 2013, Sarah Kidd; Miss Michigan USA 2013, Jaclyn Schultz; Miss Minnesota USA 2013, Danielle Hooper; Miss Mississippi USA 2013, Paromita Mitra; Miss Missouri USA 2013, Ellie Holtman; Miss Montana USA 2013, Kacie West; Miss Nebraska USA 2013, Ellie Lorenzen; Miss Nevada USA 2013, Chelsea Caswell; Miss New Hampshire USA 2013, Amber Faucher; Miss New Jersey USA 2013, Libell Duran; Miss New Mexico USA 2013, Kathleen Danzer; Miss New York USA 2013, Joanne Nosuchinsky; Miss North Carolina USA 2013, Ashley Love-Mills; Miss North Dakota USA 2013, Stephanie Erickson; Miss Ohio USA 2013, Kristin Smith; Miss Oklahoma USA 2013, Makenzie Muse; Miss Oregon USA 2013, Gabrielle Neilan; Miss Pennsylvania USA 2013, Jessica Billings; Miss Rhode Island USA 2013, Brittany Stenovitch; Miss South Carolina USA 2013, Megan Pinckney; Miss South Dakota USA 2013, Jessica Albers; Miss Tennessee USA 2013, Brenna Mader; Miss Texas USA 2013, Ali Nugent; Miss Utah USA 2013, Marissa Powell; Miss Vermont USA 2013, Sarah Westbrook; Miss Virginia USA 2013, Shannon McAnally; Miss Washington USA 2013, Cassandra Searles; Miss West Virginia USA 2013, Chelsea Welch; Miss Wisconsin USA 2013, Chrissy Zamora; and Miss Wyoming USA 2013.

Additionally, fans are able to vote their favorite contestant into the semifinals at the MISS USA® Competition. Voting is taking place now through June 15 by logging on to www.missusa.com or voting through the vote icon on the official MISS USA Facebook page.

The MISS USA telecast is televised in approximately 90 countries and territories around the world and was one of the top social media trending topics during last year’s show. For more information, visit www.missusa.com.

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About the MISS USA® Competition:
The Miss Universe Organization, a Donald J. Trump and NBCUniversal joint venture, is a global community empowering role models of beauty, health and leadership for young women of today. As part of the Miss Universe Organization, Miss USA is dedicated to partnering with charities around the world, and to increasing awareness of breast and ovarian cancers. For more information, visit: www.missusa.com.

FOLLOW MISS USA:
•  Facebook: www.facebook.com/OfficialMissUSA
•  YouTube: www.youtube.com/MissUSA
•  Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/MissUSA

Sources: Miss Universe Organization, NBC Universal, missuniverse.com

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Cassadee Pope Crowned the Winner of ‘The Voice’ Season 3 on NBC

Cassadee Pope Crowned the Winner of ‘The Voice’ Season 3 live on NBC on Tuesday, December 18, 2012. Cassadee Pope to receive the grand prize of a recording contract.

“The Voice” is a presentation of Mark Burnett’s One Three Inc., Talpa Media USA Inc. and Warner Horizon Television. The series is created by John de Mol, who executive-produces along with Burnett, Audrey Morrissey, Stijn Bakkers and Lee Metzger.

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Cassadee Blake Pope^[2] (born August 28, 1989) is an American singer-songwriter, musician, and is the lead vocalist of the pop rock band Hey Monday, which is currently on hiatus as of December 2011. With the band she released the studio album, Hold on Tight and threeextended plays. Hey Monday toured with bands such as Fall Out Boy, All Time Low andYellowcard. Since the band’s hiatus, she embarked on a solo career which was announced in December 2011, but reassured fans that the band was not “broken up.” In early 2012 she played her first acoustic solo tour before releasing her debut solo EP in May later that year. She took part in the third season of NBC‘s The Voice and was crowned the winner on December 18, 2012.

Photo credit to: Tyler Golden and Trae Patton/NBC.
Sources: Wikipedia, NBC Universal

Editor’s Note: Congratulations to Cassadee Pope for winning the singing competition and to all the other participants who were part of the television show. We wish them the best in their entertainment career.

Closing night the L.A. Fashion Weekend at the Sunset Gower Studios Celebrates Fashion for Spring/Summer 2013

On October 21, 2012, the fashion show extravaganza ends at the Sunset Gower Studios. Mikey Koffman from “The Gallery Los Angeles” produced and hosted this three day event. Every year, designers prepare to showcase their new designs for future seasons.

There are so many people involved to make these events possible. You have all the Media Sponsors such as Diversity News Magazine, L.A. Fashion Magazine, ApparelNews, American Gentleman Magazine, and Hollyscoop advertising weeks ahead to get the word out, and to bring people to this exciting event.

Most of the media sponsors provided a copy of their magazine for attendees to view and take home. “Diversity News” provided a copy of their magazine in the VIP gift bag on October 19th. Everyone loves fashion, so guests can always look at the fashion magazines for all design debuts.

Where there is people and good music, you also need to have delicious food at a great event such as a Hollywood fashion show at a great location. Don’t forget the sweets too. “Bubba Sweets” provided cupcakes the three days. Drinks galore provided by the delicious liquor of “My World on a plate”, “Little Black Dress Vodka”, “Lodvoka”, and “Venue Sunset Gower-Sunset Bronson”.

Not only can the attendees enjoy a great fashion show, they can meet other people who love fashion like them. Other design suites sponsors such as “Hoodiebuddie” and “Wella Professionals” gave out gifts or samples. Taking home a gift from these sponsors made the event more memorable for everyone. You have “Sugar Scout” displaying their jewelry for viewing. Nobu Hotel Caesars Palace” displayed a sample viewing on how their rooms look at the hotel. Also, they provided guests with a small cream and their advertisement. Luxury is what they are all about.

Don’t forget the beauty tips and makeovers from the stylists “Napoleon” and “Glamglow”. Fashion starts with your appearance, so having stunning makeup and an awesome design on, makes you feel good.

At 8:00 p.m., the curtain opens and people begin to take their seats. Media and photographers are set at center stage. The performance begins by “Midnight Red”. Everyone enjoyed the talented group. They had the honor to perform twice throughout this weekend.

Mikey Koffman from “The Gallery Los Angeles” walks the runway to welcome everyone and thank all for their support. Now the excitement begins by bringing out the designers showcase one by one for everyone to enjoy. (Please click on photos to view them regular size).

The lovely Dina Bar-El knows how to make the people admire her beauty on the runway. Dina designs presents elegance, stunning and beautiful fabrics such as lace, satin, and color. Dresses with shining gray and sparkling gray can be worn to any luxury party. Sequins galore lays upon the front portion of the dress, which is noticeable for any stunning figure. Don’t forget your summer and spring colors of yellow, blue, red, pink and white. These colors are cool for those hot days. Dina’s designs are well fitted to show your curves and make you feel sexy when wearing her glamorous dresses. What a great imagination.

Brown, red, black, peach, and white was on the mind of Designer, Nathanaelle Couture. Outfits that look like two pieces with boarders of fabric lining the entire outfit made the outfit look like a style from in the 40s. A long satin dress with flowers of black and red was perfect for gala parties. A long see through train ensemble into the dress was very elegant. Combinations of red and black dresses with beautiful stunning jewels arranged from the middle of the dress, to top shoulder, just gave a little richness to the outfit. You never can go wrong with lace and satin to make a cool and comfortable. Dresses with flare and fluffiness hit the runway which looks like more of renaissance style.

Designer, Anthony Franco has outrages beautiful taste. He not only designs for women, he includes his men’s style to be as stunning. The handsome models walked the runway with velvet and collaboration of leather fitted suits. The ladies looked beautiful in long shiny dresses consisting of colors of black, white, silver, red, yellow and white. Dresses that drape to the floor can be worn to weddings or even black tie parties. Accessories such as gloves were an awesome combination in making the outfit look luxury and expensive.

Overall the three days of getting together to enjoy the splendid designs of very talented designers, made us look forward to Spring/Summer. The guests also received great information from the sponsors who took the time to attend and contribute to the event. Mikey Koffman always provides the attendees with a great show.

To read more about our complete coverage of LA Fashion Weekend 10/2012 at Sunset Gower Studios visit:

Day 1 – Opening Night

http://diversitynewsmagazine.com/2012/10/christina-milian-attends-opening-night-at-l-a-fashion-weekend-at-sunset-gower-studios/#.UIXou8XAfTo

Day 2 – Second Night

http://diversitynewsmagazine.com/2012/10/mikey-koffman-of-the-gallery-l-a-producer-and-host-of-l-a-fashion-weekend-springsummer-2013-at-sunset-gower-studios-10-20-2012/#.UIs3g8XAfTo

Day 3 – Final

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About The Gallery Los Angeles/Mikey Koffman:
Mikey Koffman, Founder of The Gallery Los Angeles and Executive Producer of L.A. Fashion Weekend, has been a mainstay in L.A.’s fashion world for over 10 years as both a producer and innovator. Koffman’s extensive background producing runway shows in L.A., Las Vegas, and New York City led her to start The Gallery Los Angeles, a full-service marketing and event production company.

Photos credit to: Gisele Rebeiro from PartyBy5.com for Diversity News Magazine published by Diversity News Publications.

Editor’s Note: Diversity News Magazine published by Diversity News Publications was a proud media partner of The Gallery Los Angeles Presents L.A. Fashion Weekend at Sunset Gower Studios Spring/Summer 2013 on October 19th – 21st, 2012.

Experiencing the L.A. Fashion Weekend’s Just Fashion Event and Show

Notes from a Diary of a Round Brown Girl: Special Guest Writer Actress Thushari Jayasekera.

Wella Professional present L.A. Fashion Weekend at Sunset Gower Studios produced by Mikey Koffman of The Gallery LA on Sunday, October 21, 2012.

On Sunday October 21, 2012 afternoon, I attended the L.A. Fashion Weekend 2^nd Annual “Just Fashion” by Public Counsel (Public Counsel is the nation’s largest public interest law firm specializing in delivering pro bono legal services to low-income communities) at the Sunset Gower Studios in Hollywood.  The producer of the show was Mikey Koffman who is the CEO of the Gallery Los Angeles.

I got to the event early and Mikey was energetically involved with supervising every aspect of the production. She was overseeing the production team and paying attention to all the details to make things run smoothly. There was a silent auction set up as a fundraiser  for the Public Counsel. There were sponsor booths near the entrance to the venue and elegant seating arrangement were inviting. Tables were decorated with gifts from sponsors and guests were milling about until the lounge opened. I chatted a little with the Editor in Chief of the American Gentleman Magazine, LeMar L. Joichin, III, who wanted to bring the gentleman’s style back into society. I picked up a few issues of the the Hollywood Weekly and the L.A. Fashion magazine to read while I waited.

The doors opened at about 12:10 pm and the fashion show was to start at 2pm. Guests could choose to get pampered with a mini make-over at the Napoleon sponsored Booth. There were cool sample products at the Wella Booth. One of my favorites was the Bubba Cupcake booth because I usually only love chocolate desserts but the owner Erika had made a tasty Raspberry Champagne cupcake. Also, beverages and tasty bites flowed abundantly for the guests’ enjoyment.  One of the other guests used chopstick gifts by Nobu to pick up the sushi rolls that were served  and I followed suite. The people were fun and the atmosphere was stylish.

The red-carpet started at 1pm while many attendees mingled and browsed the booths filled with wonderful samples. The lounge area was what they called a “successful crush” in the 1700s or 1800s England when an event was so successfully attended that there was no way to turn around without bumping into someone.

At about 1:45 we were called to go into the fashion show venue. It was beautifully designed with black and white. The runway was white. There were black gift bags on the white chairs for the guests. Mikey opened the show and introduced the President of the Public Counsel Hernán D. Vera who spoke a few words. Two Public Counsel Board Members also spoke.  Then the fashion show began to wonderful toe tapping music. The first stylish designer collection was from Dina Bar-el, followed by the graceful lines of Nathanaelle couture with featuring stunningly hot Anthony Franco designs at the end. When it ended I wanted to see more and was appreciative of this well organized show.

To read more about LA Fashion Weekend 10/2012 at Sunset Gower Studios visit http://diversitynewsmagazine.com/2012/10/christina-milian-attends-opening-night-at-l-a-fashion-weekend-at-sunset-gower-studios/#.UIXou8XAfTo

ABOUT THE GALLERY LOS ANGELES/MIKEY KOFFMAN:
Mikey Koffman, Founder of The Gallery Los Angeles and Executive Producer of L.A. Fashion Weekend, has been a mainstay in L.A.’s fashion world for over 10 years as both a producer and innovator. Koffman’s extensive background producing runway shows in L.A., Las Vegas, and New York City led her to start The Gallery Los Angeles, a full-service marketing and event production company.

Photos credit to: Thushari Jayasekera for Diversity News Magazine.

Editor’s Note: Diversity News Magazine published by Diversity News Publications is a proud media partner of The Gallery Los Angeles Presents L.A. Fashion Weekend at Sunset Gower Studios Spring/Summer 2013 on October 19th – 21st, 2012.

Christina Milian attends opening night at L.A. Fashion Weekend at Sunset Gower Studios

LA Fashion Weekend at Sunset Gower Studios Opening Night 10-19-2012.

Wella Professional presents L.A. Fashion Weekend at Sunset Gower Studios produced by The Gallery LA located at 1438 North Gower Street in Hollywood.  Opening Night on October 19, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. presented the Spring/Summer 2013 designs for four designers.  The L.A. Fashion Weekend at Sunset Gower Studios runs from October 19^th to October 21^st.  Every year, Mikey Koffman from “The Gallery Los Angeles” hosts the event.

As guests arrived, they got to splurge in eating appetizers catered by Nobu “My World on a plate” and enjoy drinks from “Little Black Dress Vodka”, “Lodvoka”, and “Venue Sunset Gower-Sunset Bronson” at the open bar.  “Bubba Sweets” provided delicious cupcakes to enjoy. “Hoodiebuddie with HB3 Technology” set up a teepee and welcome guest in to have their picture taken, and before they exit, they were given a free hoodie for stopping by.

Our very own Diversity News Magazine was one of the Media Partners advertising this great event.  Diversity News Magazine contributed this month’s magazine for the VIP gift bags.  A copy is offered for purchase at http://www.magcloud.com/browse/issue/453512.  A special thank you goes out to all the media partners for taking the time to advertise, sponsor and attend the event.

Wella Professional was the Title Sponsor this year.  Nobu Hotel Caesars Palace set up a lovely scene for guests to get the feel in how comfortable it will be to reserve your stay at the hotel.  Fashion goes along with beauty; Napoleon Predis and Glamglow sponsored and displayed a variety of make-up which will make anyone feel beautiful any day. Anyone was welcome to stop by and touch up their makeup or even get beauty tips. Sugar Scout displayed punky jewelry for viewing.

Opening performance was “Midnight Red”.  The singing group danced all over the runway.  Towards the end, the microphones went dead, but that did not stop the group from singing and entertaining.

Now was the time to showcase the designer’s Spring/Summer 2013 designs. Culture Swimwear started off the festivities. It was all about spring colors like pink, blue, orange, purple and greens.  What a way to make a lady feel sexy. High waist bottoms designs on a few were perfect for those who want to cover more, but then show a little skin.  Also, some of the swimwear had strings hanging on the sides of the bottom portion. What a great idea.  Swimwear with lace and knitted backs made the swimwear look more girly.

Amelie Swimwear by Andrea Abaunza had a different idea of Spring/Summer swimwear.  Blue, purple, hot pink, orange and a mixture of green were her idea of bringing a splash of color. A sheer top cover up made the swimsuit feel more fashionable when you go to the beach.  Comfortable long sheer dresses covered the swimwear. She had a great selection of colors and styles for both adults and children.

Kate Swim by Katherine Bruening, Kate had a crafty side in designing her selection. Kate knows it is all about the colors that make a statement. Purple, pink, orange, light green with strings of rhinestones and shimmering jewels made you feel rich and beautiful.  Some of the bikinis had hanging strings and embedded in the fabric with shining jewels. One designer decided to make you feel like a cowgirl with the front portion covered with hanging strings of color. All you need the boots.

Last of the designers was Nicolita/Havana Nights by Christina Milian. Singer, Christina Milian is not only a superstar, but a contributed swimsuit designer. Christina Milian, is an American singer-songwriter, actress, dancer, and model born in Jersey City. Now she joins forces with Nicolita, they both brought the attention to the runway with dark feels of color like black and leopard prints.  The mixture of black, green, and white made you feel you are not only at the beach, but in a jungle to. The statement brings out the wild in you. Bringing forward rhinestones on the swimsuit also made you feel rich and noticeable. Swimwear can also consist of black long dresses to use to cover up when it is cold at the beach or even a pool party.

The swimwear collections presented this day was designed for ladies to enjoy. The designers were all clever in selecting the right colors, fabrics and even jewels for Spring/Summer collection. What a way to make a statement when you enjoy the beach or even a pool party. To see more decorative swimwear, you can go to the designer’s website for viewing.

About Mikey Koffman/The Gallery of Los Angeles:
Mikey Koffman, an original member of Mercedes Benz Fashion Week at Smashbox Studios, has been producing L.A. Fashion Weekend, through her fashion marketing firm, The Gallery L.A. for seven seasons now. Koffman also produces runway shows in conjunction with the Magic International tradeshow.

Photo credit to: Gisele Ozeri from PartyBy5.com for Diversity News Magazine.

The Voice season 2 winner is Jermaine Paul, Congratulations from Diversity News Magazine

On Tuesday, May 8, 2012 The Voice season 2 winner was reveal and the winner is Jermaine Paul who was backup singer for Alicia Keys. The Voice’ winner, Jermaine Paul, gets a $100,000 and a recording contract.

“I truly believe that any one of these four deserve to win,” Adam said at the start of the show. But only one can be named The Voice and be signed to Universal Republic Records. Keep reading to find out the winner … ”It is the moment we’ve been waiting for all season long.” said  Carson Daly, host.

Kim Yarbrough, The Voice former contestant wrote on her Facebook.”Big Congrats to Jermaine Paul for doing the damn thing last night! xoxo I also want to thank The Voice for giving me the best experience of my life. The staff, the artists, the producers, Mark Burnett . . . I could go on, but special thanks to Lee Chesnut and James Ehlers. You treated us all like superstars from beginning to end and this has been the most unbelievable 8 month ride of my life. I will love and cherish every single moment I spent with you all. Here’s to life, music and all the positive vibes you helped generate for the world. Onward and Upward! xoxo.”

Juliet Simms of Team Cee Lo placed second, while Team Adam’s Tony Lucca landed in third, followed by opera singer Chris Mann of Team Christina in fourth.

“The Voice” is a presentation of Mark Burnett’s One Three Inc. (a Hearst/Mark Burnett company), Talpa Media USA, Inc. and Warner Horizon Television. The series is created by John de Mol, who executive-produces along with Burnett, Audrey Morrissey, Stijn Bakkers and Lee Metzger.

Source: People.com
Photos credit to: Justin Lubin/NBC.
Video clip footage courtesy of NBCUniversal Media Village & MediaMax Online for media/press editorial, promotional, publicity uses and distribution by affiliates Diversity News TV on Blip TV and YouTube from Diversity News Magazine and Diversity News /ProductionsPublications.

The Voice TV Show Schedule from Monday April 2, 2012 to Tuesday April 17, 2012 on NBC

Mondays on NBC (8-10 p.m. ET); LIVE telecasts beginning April 2
 LIVE Elimination Rounds: Tuesdays on NBC (9-10 p.m. ET), beginning April 3

Season Finale: Tuesday, May 8 (8-10 p.m. ET)
Encore presentations:  Saturdays on E! (6-8 p.m. ET)

“The Voice” is back with the strongest vocalists from across the country invited to compete in the blockbuster vocal competition show’s second season. Celebrity musician coaches Christina Aguilera, Cee Lo Green, Adam Levine and Blake Shelton have returned along with Carson Daly as host. Christina Milian has joined as Social Media Correspondent.

The show’s innovative format features three stages of competition: the first begins with the blind audition, then the competition enters into a battle phase, and finally, the live performance shows.

During the blind auditions, the decisions from the musician coaches are based solely on voice and not on looks. The coaches hear the artists perform, but they don’t get to see them — thanks to rotating chairs. If a coach is impressed by the artist’s voice, he/she pushes a button to select the artist for his/her team. At this point, the coach’s chair will swivel so that he/she can face the artist he/she has selected.

Once the teams are set, the battle is on. Coaches will dedicate themselves to developing their singers, giving them advice, and sharing the secrets of their success. During the battle rounds the coaches will pit two of their own team members against each other to sing the same song together in front of a studio audience.

After the vocal face-off, the coach must choose which of his/her singers will advance.

At the end of the battle episodes, only the strongest members of each coach’s roster remain and proceed to the live stage shows.

In this final performance phase of the competition, the top artists from each team will compete against each other during a live broadcast. The television audience will vote to save their favorite talent, leaving the coach to decide live who they want to save and who will not move on. In the end, each coach will have one star artist left ready to compete against the other teams’ finalists to be named “The Voice” – the winner will receive the grand prize of a recording contract.

“The Voice” is a presentation of Mark Burnett’s One Three Inc. (a Hearst/Mark Burnett company), Talpa Media USA, Inc. and Warner Horizon Television. The series is created by John de Mol, who executive-produces along with Burnett, Audrey Morrissey, Stijn Bakkers and Lee Metzger.

NBC PRIMETIME SCHEDULE – Monday April 2, 2012 – Tuesday April 17, 2012″

“THE VOICE”

“LIVE PERFORMANCES, WEEK 1″

04/02/2012 (08:00PM – 10:00PM) (Monday) : LET THE LIVE SHOWS BEGIN – In this live performance phase of the competition, the top artists from two teams will compete against each other during a live broadcast in front of coaches Christina Aguilera, Cee Lo Green, Adam Levine and Blake Shelton. Carson Daly (“Last Call with Carson Daly”) hosts. Christina Milian (“Be Cool”) serves as Social Media Correspondent.

“THE VOICE”

“LIVE ELIMINATIONS”

04/03/2012 (09:00PM – 10:00PM) (Tuesday) : LIVE ELIMINATIONS – America will vote to save artists on each team, leaving coaches Christina Aguilera, Cee Lo Green, Adam Levine and Blake Shelton to decide during the live results show who they will save and who will not move on. Carson Daly (“Last Call with Carson Daly”) hosts and Christina Milian (“Be Cool”) serves as Social Media Correspondent.

“THE VOICE”

“LIVE PERFORMANCES, WEEK 2″

04/09/2012 (08:00PM – 10:00PM) (Monday) : THE LIVE SHOWS CONTINUE – In this live performance phase of the competition, the top artists from two teams will compete against each other during a live broadcast in front of coaches Christina Aguilera, Cee Lo Green, Adam Levine and Blake Shelton. Carson Daly (“Last Call with Carson Daly”) hosts. Christina Milian (“Be Cool”) serves as Social Media Correspondent.

“THE VOICE”

“LIVE ELIMINATIONS”

04/10/2012 (09:00PM – 10:00PM) (Tuesday) : LIVE ELIMINATIONS – America will vote to save artists on each team, leaving coaches Christina Aguilera, Cee Lo Green, Adam Levine and Blake Shelton to decide during the live results show who they will save and who will not move on. Carson Daly (“Last Call with Carson Daly”) hosts and Christina Milian (“Be Cool”) serves as Social Media Correspondent.

“THE VOICE”

“LIVE QUARTER-FINAL PERFORMANCES”

04/16/2012 (08:00PM – 10:00PM) (Monday) : THE LIVE SHOWS CONTINUE – In this live performance phase of the competition, the top artists from two teams will compete against each other during a live broadcast in front of coaches Christina Aguilera, Cee Lo Green, Adam Levine and Blake Shelton. Carson Daly (“Last Call with Carson Daly”) hosts. Christina Milian (“Be Cool”) serves as Social Media Correspondent.

“THE VOICE”

“LIVE ELIMINATIONS”

04/17/2012 (09:00PM – 10:00PM) (Tuesday) : LIVE ELIMINATIONS – America will vote to save artists on each team, leaving coaches Christina Aguilera, Cee Lo Green, Adam Levine and Blake Shelton to decide during the live results show who they will save and who will not move on. Carson Daly (“Last Call with Carson Daly”) hosts and Christina Milian (“Be Cool”) serves as Social Media Correspondent.

Source: NBCUniversal Media Village
Photo credit to: Art Streiber/NBC & Lewis Jacobs/NBC
Video clip footage courtesy of NBCUniversal Media Village

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