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Show Page C6 - THE HERALD, Tuesday, May Provo, Utah, What's in hopper for 'Cheers' cast? LOS ANGELES - - ? fr? I- t I " Jfc W ' 4 I movies include his biggest hit. "Three Men and a Baby." the sequel, "Three Men and a Little Lady" and "Cousins " He is founder of the American Oceans Campaign, a nonprofit environmental group. Kirstie Alley (Rebecca Howe): Begins work in Vancouver this month with John Travolta on "Look Who's Talking Three." the second sequel to the original "Look Who's Talking." Her past TV roles includ- a f f I f I f 1 'f 1 j 1 V - LOS ,. S4 If if 4 I 1 n i - MUJirr 13 v. II I M 1 i 4 y i I If At I'"-- y j f? w fly I ed a portrayal of feminist Gloria Steinem in "A Bunny's Tale" and a role opposite her husband. Parker ill I'lilMlTliMli AP Photo Ted Danson (bartender Sam Malone) keeps Rhea Perlman (waitress Carta Tortelli) under control as Shelley Long (Diane series. Chambers) returns to the set of NBC television's "Cheers" during taping of the final episode of the bers): The "Cheers" alumna, who returns for the series' final episode, is starring in the new CBS sitcom "Good Advice" with Treat Williams. She is back in television after starring in films including "Outra- eers' to air fi nal show on May 20 on geous Fortune." "Hello Again" '' By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer and "The Money Pit. " Rhea Perlman ('Carta Tortelli - LeBec): Developing a TV movie. "The Coach," based on a real female basketball coach. Starred in the CBS movie "A Place to be Loved," about the Gregory K parental-divorc- e case. Acted opposite her husband. Danny DeVito. in "The Ratings Game," a cable TV movie, and in the sitcom "Taxi." LOS ANGELES The bar has a classic look, all warm, burnished wood and mellow brass. Sports mementos constitute decor. For years, this has been the home, and NBC's heart, of another classic 1 1 "Cheers." Woody Harrelson (Woody Boyd): Stars with Robert Redford and Demi Moore in the film "Indecent Proposal." His next film is Oliver Stone's "Natural Born Kil- lers." Harrelson previously in the highly successful film 90-min- e, or (Cliff Gavin): Starring in a pilot for Fox TV tentatively titled "Locals." Ratzenberger, also the n producer, is cast as a barber among characters inspired by his Bridgeport. Conn., upbringing. small-tow- He has appeared in more than 20 films, including "Superman" and "Gandhi." and has written for American and British TV. George Wendt When the series" final episode airs on May 20 at 8 p.m. on Channel 2. the tavern set may be headed for the Smithsonian. "Cheers" itself goes into the books as a stylish, witty sitcom that never let down its characters, or audience. The longest-runnincomedy now on TV ends with a show cloaked in sentiment as well as laughs. It's a fitting conclusion for a series that drew humor from human foibles, not star turns or g a playwright, he recently directed and acted in his "Furthest from the Sun" in Los Angeles. He is a new father of a boy. Kelsey Grammer (Dr. Frasier Crane): Working on a "Cheers" spin-of- f. "Dr. Frasier Crane." The pilot being developed for NBC takes the psychiatrist from Boston to Scat-tiwhere he dispenses advice as a radio host. "Cheers" James Burrows is set to direct the initial episode. Grammer's theater career included "Othello" on Broadway with James Earl Jones. John Ratenberger cheap one-liner- son): Joked several months ago that me and he was "looking for work Mike Ditka." Now has a development deal with NBC for a series that midseason debut; may be a 1993-9- 4 the concept is being worked out. in a Opens May 6 comedy called "Wild Men!" about the Iron John men's movement. Wendt's movies include "Fletch." "Dreamseape" and "Gung Ho." He isa former member of Chicago's Second City comedy troupe. - Long left "Cheers" in 1987. such as the lament uttered by barfly Norm: and world "It's a I'm wearing Milk Bone under- James Carla. the rowdy barmaid, and one-liner- oft-quot- s, dog-eal-d- wear." But creators-produce- rs RECIPES: (Continued from Page C5) Vi cup diced green onion lA cup diced green pepper V cup diced red pepper 1 cup dry cracker crumbs V cup mayonnaise 1 pinch each of cayenne, dry Mix all ingredients and form into approximately 20 cakes. Dredge in additional cracker crumbs and then fry in skillet with either a tablespoon of melted butter or canola oil. Turn as neeessary and eook until golden brown on each side. Serve with tartar sauce and fresh lemon. SAM'S CAESAR SALAD 2 heads romaine Wash thoroughly, spin dry and cut into 2 by pieces. ch (I ' I? i - For the Croutons: baguette Vi cup of butter V cup of olive oil 1 tablespoon of chopped garlic Italian dry herbs (to taste) Slice baguette thickly and cut into cubes. Melt butter with oil, garlic and herbs. Toss bread cubes in butter mixture. Place on baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees until golden and crispy. For the Dressing: 3 tablespoons egg substitute 4 chopped anchovy fillets 2 chopped cloves of garlic 2 teaspoons of Dijon mustard 1 cup of olive oil V cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice V cup of grated Parmigiana shaved Parmigiana (for garnish) Put first four ingredients in food processor and pulse. Slowly add olive oil and lemon juice. Dressing should have creamy consistency. 1 vrr . admired watching," said Les Charles. "I don't know that a lot of our jokes would be that funny if you saw them out of context. In the early years, "Cheers" viewers reveled in the unlikely passion of Diane Chambers (Shelley Long), with her overwrought intellect, and womanizing Sam Malone (Ted Danson), he of the underdeveloped sensitivity. Then there was Diane and Dr. Frasier Crane (Kelsey Grammer). Diane and Sam. Sam and politician Janet Eldridge (Kate Mulgrew). And Sam and Diane. But Diane walked out of his life when Miss snobbish, skittish Rebecca Howe (Kirstie Alley) followed, as did the yuppie love of psychiatrists Frasier and Lilith Sternin Crane (Bebe Neuwirth). Through it all. Rhea Perlman as There were, of course, GREAT frf """" Burrows and Glen and Les Charles knew the best comedy was spun from character. "That's the kind of comedy that drew us into the business, that we Fireworks between Malone and s. mustard and curry ("Norm Peter- i episode. Wrapping up the evening will be "The Tonight Show with Jay. Leno," which moves from Los Angeles to Boston to broadcast live from the Bull and Finch Pub. te Stevenson, in "A Midsummer Night's Dream." Shelley Long (Diane Cham- "White Men Can't Jump." Also -"- (AP) fans will get their fill with 8 p.m. and a at specials finale at 8:30 p.m. when the TV run on May series ends its 1 20. A half-horetrospective, "Last Call! A 'Cheers' Celebration," will kick off the evening at 8 p.m. MST. The special, with talk show host and sportscaster Bob Costas, will include highlights from the sitcom, interviews with the cast and prolook ducers and a behind-the-scenat the series' final filming. At 8:30 p.m., the last episode of the show starring Ted Danson as bar owner Sam Malone airs. Shelley Long, who once starred as Diane Chambers, makes a return appearance. Another rumored guest star was President Clinton, but there was no confirmation he would appear in the te a i ANGELES Cheers" 4 if .4 111!, J g i Tit' T -- f i i i ' .. f 1 ... , -- 'Cheers' last episode to open with TV special i j j Mov(AP) ies, the theater, and more television beckon the cast of Cheers" as the NBC show ends its year run Here's what the acting ensemble looks forward to in their careers: Ted Danson Sam Malone): Stars with Whoopi Goldberg in the film "Made in America." premier-inMay 28. Hanson's previous 1 11, 1993 hi George Wendt and John Ratzenberger as loyal customers Norm and Cliff were firmly planted as the eccentric, wisecracking bleacher bums. The sweetness at the center came first from Nicholas Colasan-t- o as lovable bartender Coach, and d then Woody Harrelson after Colasanto's heart attack death barroom comedy. Add salt and pepper to taste. Take all cleaned and dry lettuce, toss with 14 cup fresh grated Par- ji Les Charles is quick to credit them all with a hefty share of the show's success. "For a television series, especially a comedy, to work, there has to be some kind of magic or chemistry that takes place between actors and their roles, ' ' he says. "You always cast for talent, acting skills, the right look. But then something has to take over, a kind of growth process. In our case, it happened with just not one or two characters, but eight or nine. ' ' The series about a Boston tavern run by Sam Malone, a former Red Sox pitcher who has overcome alcoholism but not vanity, premiered migiana cheese, the homemade croutons and dressing. Garnish with shaved Parmigiana. CARLA TORTELLI'S CHICKEN ITALIAN SAUSAGE With CARMELIZED ONIONS 3 pounds of link chicken Italian sausage Bake sausage at 350 degrees until golden brown and then cut on the diagonal. Set side. 3 large Spanish onions 2 tablespoons butter Slice onions very thin and then saute in the melted butter, allow to reduce and turn a deep golden brown. You can add a splash of good white wine and a dash of dried. Italian herbs. Then mix the sausage slices and the carmelized onions. Serve with thick slices of fresh Italian bread. iMffl am r But then-NB- C 5, well-craft- ed 1 1 1 r romantic entanglements, the smooth ensemble work were all important, but, "You'd lose the center of gravity if Ted weren't there.". When a series goes out beloved, there's an obligation to make the farewell a smash. mrCiimmmmr rmmm t Serta Mattress Factory Authorized Price Rollback! I?- - Consumer Digest Best Buy Serta FllII mm Your Choice Maxim Firm or Pillow Soft, $399 2 Pc. Set $499 $599 Queers pc. set Kings Mil A 1 1 big-nam- Sept. 30, 1982, on NBC. "Cheers" wasn't an immediate hit in 1985. Danson had made noises about quitting the series for the past few seayears. He finally decided sons were enough, despite his reported earnings of $450,000 a week. "It was time for me to move on," the actor said recently. "I'm not leaving it to go off and do something better. I'm not stupid. " And, he added, "It seems a little sad being ' Sammy ' at 45 . " The producers quickly discarded the idea of going on without Danson. For struggling NBC, which last year lost another venerable comedy in "Cosby," the end of "Cheers" was a hard blow. "We just said, 'No. We can't break up this family,"' Les Charles recounted. "And, in our minds, the show was about Ted and the bar. The with viewers. It was hindered by NBC's status as the No. 3 network. (Talk about full circle, "Cheers" leaves a network once again in the cellar.) The e show also lacked stars and found viewer resistance to a President Grant Tinker brought his clout to bear and gave "Cheers" the time it needed to draw fans. In its third it finally broke into year, 1984-8the ranks of the top 25 shows for the season. After that, "Cheers" never finished out of the top 10. The easy banter, the increasingly popular series with cast, the the fine look of film, not tape, became a Thursday night appointment for many. It went on to garner a record Emmy nominations. It won 26 Emmy Awards, tying "Hill Street Blues" and second only to the 29 awards of "The Mary Tyler Moore Show." While the customers kept on coming back, the barkeep decided it was final call for him. fresh-face- KUTV pc. set RECLINER GALLERY Catnapper 2 POSITION RECLINER Offer a Circular Buttoned back, padded Roll-over arm. Versa-Lo- k . . . Simply Beautifiil! im Elegant Rock Finish Design Freedom Economical, Easy To Install Maintenance Free rAJH.i J WALL J SYSTEMS 1372 South State Provo AUDITIONS! Orientation Meeting May Environmentally Safe 8 $198" 373-- 1 1 22 13, 7-8p- m. rs.) 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