SHOW DATE:
Sunday, March 5, 2000 10:30 A.M. & 11:05 P.M. ABC 7 WLS-TV Chicago

Special Guests:
-Janet Davies interviewed British comedian Eddie Izzard about his style and up-coming show. Izzard is the star of his one-man stage show "Circle," which makes its debut in Chicago later this month. Watch 190 North and get a sneak preview of what to expect when he appears at the Royal George Theatre.

-Janet also interviewed actor Michael Douglas for the show. Douglas discusses his new movie "Wonder Boys," which is a comedic change from his previous roles. Hear what he has to say about the experience. For more information on Michael Douglas, visit www.MichaelDouglas.com

-SNL alum Tim Kazurinsky stops by the studio to talk about his career as an actor and comedy screenwriter. In addition to SNL, Kazurinsky has appeared in several movies, including About Last Night and Police Academy.

Special Feature:
-Bill Leff's "man-on-the-street" has us "In Search of Chicagoland Closet Comics." Follow Bill as he journeys through the city in hopes of finding some true comedians. Who knows whom he will discover, and who knows what they will say.
EXTRA Information on Eddie Izzard

A lot of people consider Eddie Izzard the "funniest man in England," and many celebrities would agree. Robin Williams and Madonna are fans of Izzard, and Williams even co-produced a couple of Eddie's shows last year. Eddie Izzard's style is unique in that he never uses material that has been done before. He always puts a twist on things that people normally don't think about.

Not only does Eddie do great one-man shows, but he also acts on the big screen. Eddie has appeared in several films including Mystery Men and The Circus. He also has other films slated to be released sometime in 2000.

If you would like to see Eddie Izzard perform his one-man show here in Chicago, then see the information below.

Eddie Izzard "Circle" at Royal George Theatre

1641 N. Halsted Street

12 Performances Only - Tuesday, March 14 - Sunday, March 26

"Circle" runs Tuesdays - Sundays at 8 p.m. Tickets for Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday shows are $35 each, and shows on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday are $40 each. Tickets are now available at all Ticketmaster Ticket Centers; at the Royal George Theatre box office, (312) 988-9000; and at www.Ticketmaster.com. For group sales, call (312) 951-0080.

EXTRA Information on Tim Kazurinsky

In addition to writing screenplays, Tim Kazurinsky will be hosting the 2000 Chicago Visitors' Choice Awards.The awards will be held at the Arie Crown Theater on March 20th. This ceremony highlights Chicago's best in the tourism industry, and also gives those in the industry the chance to be recognized and praised for their hospitality.

The awards ceremony resembles the Oscars, and it brings together city leaders such as Governor George Ryan and Mayor Richard M. Daley. Local celebrities are on hand to present awards and amazing Chicago performers entertain. Individuals and businesses will be presented with awards in over 25 categories.

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