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The article discusses the series finales of television programs as of April 2014 and the challenges of television writers to satisfy both their own creative vision and that of the show's fans. Comments regarding their work writing the series finale of a popular television show are presented from several television writers including David Crane of the show "Friends," Carlton Cuse of the show "Lost," and Greg Daniels of "The Office."

The article discusses the life and career of actor Matt LeBlanc. Topics include a discussion of his involvement in the television programs "Friends," "Joey," and "Episodes," his relationship with actress Melissa McKnight, and elements of his self-imposed exile from acting. Details concerning LeBlanc's friendship with producers David Crane and Jeffrey Klarik are also presented.

Offers a look at the home of Jeffrey Klarik and David Crane, television producers and writers, in Los Angeles, California. The design of the canyon house; How Klarik and Crane chose the house; The interior design of the house.

In this article the author explains why it is better off single then being with friends boyfriends and girlfriends with reference to the television series "Friends" created by David Crane and Marta Kauffman. It describers the characters Ross and Rachel and Monica and Chandler and Phoebe and their situation to show crappy couples on the show who reminded us everyone that relationships are not always roses and sunshine.

Interviews the creators of the television program `Friends,' Marta Kauffman and David Crane, and its director, Kevin S. Bright.

The article reviews the television programs "Louis" starring and created by Louis C.K. and "Episodes" starring Stephen Mangan and Tamsin Greig, created by David Crane and Jeffrey Klarik

An interview with three-time Emmy nominee Matt LeBlanc is presented. He states that in 2006, he and his wife divorced and his daughter was diagnosed with a brain disorder that caused seizures. He says that David Crane, the former producer of the television (TV) program "Friends," is the one who convinced him to return to work. Moreover, he does not want to comment on how close his real personality to his character in the TV program "Episodes," however, he comments on their differences.

The article presents a brief interview with co-creator David Crane and writer Greg Malins regarding the 1998 Thanksgiving episode of the television (TV) program "Friends," which focused on the show's six main characters recounting their worst Thanksgiving experiences.

An interview with the two co-creators of the television program "Episodes", David Crane and Jeffrey Klarik, is presented. Topics discussed include the storylines of the program that have been rooted in fact, the openness for reviving film or television show in the future, and the similarities between the scence of Episodes to Friends.

Presents interviews with gay television producers Eddie October of `The Roseanne Show,' David Crane of `Friends' and Paris Barclay of `NYPD Blue.' October's remarks about actress Roseanne; Crane's career history; Barclay's personal goals.

The article focuses on the plan of Jeffrey Klarik and David Crane, creators of the television series "Episodes," for the character of Matt LeBlanc for its third season.

The article offers information on the latest projects of the cast of the television series "Friends." Matt LeBlanc will star in the comedy show "Episodes," created by David Crane. Meanwhile, Courteney Cox has returned on television with the show "Cougar Town." Moreover, it notes that David Schwimmer is directing the film "Trust," starring Clive Owen and Catherine Keener.

The article presents a preview for the television program, The Class, which debuts on September 18, 2006. Everyguy Ethan, played by Jason Ritter, reunites his third-grade class after 20 years-an eclectic group that includes misfits of many varieties: a trophy wife, a suicidal science geek, and an acerbic potential love interest for Ethan. Its co-creators are David Crane and Jeffrey Klarik.

The article presents information on the new sitcom "The Class," created by "Friends" cocreator David Crane and partner Jeffrey Klarik. CBS network won a bidding war against NBC and Fox for the rights to the sitcom. The sitcom is about some individuals who were third-grade classmates and are reunited at a party.

Discusses the popularity of the musical 'Personals,' being performed in London, England. Association of the production with the popular television program, 'Friends,' as it was written by the same authors; Rumor that 'Personals' was the inspiration for 'Friends;' Statement by the creators of the two shows, Marta Kauffman and David Crane.

The article offers information on the conflict between the residents of Montecito, California which involves television host and actress Oprah Winfrey and producers David Crane and Dick Wolf. It mentions that residents such Susan Geston and actor Jeff Bridges were complaining against Oprah after drilling another well in the area where she was alleged of hogging groundwater and extracting more water in the aquifer for the Seamair Farm.

Features the comedy play `Epic Proportions,' written by television comedy producer David Crane and Larry Coen. Use of a 1930s Hollywood biblical film epic as backdrop; Director and cast; Venue of the play.

Focuses on the increase in attempts to ban books from libraries. Comments from Judith Krug, director of the American Library Association's Office for Intellectual Freedom, regarding the increase in the number of requests for banned books; Reasons why parents in Cheshire (Conn.) are requesting the ban of Katherine Paterson's "The Great Gilly Hopkins" and Jan Slepian's "The Alfred Summer"; Comments from David Crane, vice president of People for the American Way, an organization that monitors book-banning in schools, regarding the growth in pro censorship groups; Themes of books that are getting the attention of pro-censorship groups; Examples of pro-censorship groups, which seem to be largely made up of parents.

An interview with writers and television producers David Crane, and Marta Kauffman is presented. Topics discussed include Lifetime Achievement Awards for old people; revisiting the characters of the television show "Friends"; and high school kids watching the show "Friends" on the streaming service Netflix.

The article reports that actor Matt LeBlanc is working with writer and producer David Crane in the television series "Episodes," a Showtime/BBC comedy series. The series centers a successful British husband-and-wife comedy team thrilled by the prospect of producing a U.S. version of their hit series. LeBlanc's role was written for him after Crane and producer Jeffrey Klarik approached the actor early in the process.

The article reports online availability of serial "The Class" by Warner Bros. TV (WBTV) even before it is being episode is finalized. The serial will be available on the company's website, TheClassTV.com. David Crane, Jeffrey Klarik and James Burrows are the executive producers of the serial. The article also mentions that WBTV is even allowing audiences to see the making of the serials.

The article provides information on several gay-themed TV shows, either launched or returning in fall 2006 in the U.S. The shows include The Class, created by David Crane and Jeffrey Klarik, Donald Strachey Mystery, starring out actor Chad Allen, Dante's Cove, starring Tracy Scoggins, and the second season of South of Nowhere, which deals with a family whose members are searching for their identities.

The article focuses on the launch of comedy programs. The creators behind most of the comedies said Friends was the furthest thing from their minds when they came up with their shows. Jeffrey Klarik and David Crane, creators of The Class, looked to ABC's Lost and Desperate Housewives, and to their favorite reality shows for inspiration. In Case of Emergency may have the oldest and best-known cast, including David Arquette, Jonathan Silverman and Greg Germann.

Reports that Warner Bros. Television is pulling out its network offers for new projects from "Friends" co-creator David Crane and "The West Wing" team of Aaron Sorkin and Thomas Schlamme. Existence of bidding situation for the Crane project, the half-hour comedic entitled "Class"; Expectation of significant upfront for both projects; Focus of Sorkin in the entertainment industry.

The article discusses the highlights of a National Association of Television Program Executives (NATPE) Question and Answer wherein Marta Kauffman and David Crane, co-creators of the television comedy "Friends," have discussed several topics including cast negotiations and status of TV sitcoms.

The article reviews the theatrical production "Engagement," directed by Allen Barton and starring Vanessa Celso, David Crane and Christopher Hoffman, performed at the Katselas Theatre Co. in Beverly Hills, California.

The article reports that television firm CBS will continue to air the comedy show "The Class," created by David Crane and Jeffrey Klarik, after its ratings slightly increased when it swapped timeslots with "How I Met Your Mother" on Monday nights. Crane, Klarik and James Burrows are the executive producers of the show.

The article reports that James Stern's financing and production shingle Endgame has optioned the feature film rights to David Crane and Larry Coen's Off Broadway show and screenplay "Epic Proportions." John Landis is attached to direct the film from a script being rewritten by Todd Berger. Endgame co-financed four films, that debuted at the "Toronto Film Festival, including Golden Globe nominees "Beyond the Sea" and "Hotel Rwanda," as well as "Stage Beauty" and "Five Children and It."

Reports on the scheduled induction of the executive producers of the TV comedy series "Friends," Kevin S. Bright, Marta Kauffman and David Crane, into the "Video Business" magazine's Video Hall of Fame on December 8, 2003. Basis for their recognition; Success of the VHS and DVD releases of the show; Charities benefiting from the Video Hall of Fame.

Focuses on the support by `Friends' television program executive producers David Crane and Marta Kauffman for the six actors of the program on their campaign for a salary raise.