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McKay, who directed the has had success with his dramatic Wcellent prime-time viewing, pilot, explained the focus of the se- work as well, winning an Oscar for especially dysfunctional ones. ries in an HBO news release. his work on the film “The Big Leave it to HBO to elevate the en- “There’s no question that ‘Suc- Short” (2015). semble family drama to new cession,’ at its root, is a family sto- Of course, TV fans have come to heights as the cable giant takes a ry,” McKay noted. “There’s also a expect comedy from funnyman Fer- look at a family battling for control tragic side to it, where you see how rell, but “Succession” isn’t his first of a media empire in a new high- massive wealth and power distorts foray into more dramatic territory. profile series. and twists and wounds this family.” He surprised audiences in his first Brian Cox (“Troy,” 2004) stars as Set in New York City, HBO’s new- major dramatic role in the 2006 est drama takes a look at politics, Logan Roy, a self-made billionaire film “Stranger Than Fiction,” and money and power as the characters who sits at the top of family-con- has been cast in the comedy-drama consider what the future might trolled media conglomerate Way- film “Zeroville,” which is expected hold for them when Logan steps to be released in 2018 or 2019. star Royco in the new series “Suc- down from Waystar. Kendall Roy cession,” which begins its 10-epi- With a stellar ensemble cast and (Jeremy Strong, “Parkland,” 2013) a strong crew behind the scenes, sode run on Sunday, June 3, on is Logan’s oldest son from his sec- HBO. As the aging patriarch ap- “Succession” seems to be poised ond marriage and heir apparent to for success, but it isn’t the only se- proaches his twilight years, his po- the family business. Already a divi- tential heirs jockey for a position at Jeremy Strong as seen in “Succession” ries about ailing patriarchs and sion president within the company, strife within wealthy families. FX’s the head of one of the biggest me- he seems poised to take over when nation,” 2014), has been focusing work in the theme park division. the popular British anthology series dia and entertainment organiza- on her political career. Her ambi- Other key players include Rava Roy “Black Mirror” and authored the “Trust” followed the story of the Logan takes a step back. Kendall’s Gettys, oil tycoons dealing with the tions in the world. younger brother, Roman (Kieran tious partner, Tom (Matthew Mac- (Natalie Gold, “Rubicon”), Kend- 2015 novel “Love, Sex and Other The series was created by Oscar fadyen, “Pride & Prejudice” 2005), all’s estranged wife and the mother Foreign Policy Goals.” kidnapping of J. Paul Getty’s (Don- Culkin, “Fargo”), still sits on the ald Sutherland, “M.A.S.H.,” 1970) nominee Jesse Armstrong (“In the board of directors at Waystar, works as a senior executive at the of his two children. As Kendall Like Armstrong, McKay’s back- grandson. Fox’s “Empire” has been Loop,” 2009), who also penned the though he no longer works there. firm. works to solidify his takeover of ground is in comedy. He served as chronicling the saga of hip-hop mo- script for the pilot and serves as an Meanwhile, Logan’s sole daugh- Alan Ruck (“Spin City”) stars as Waystar, he wheels and deals with head writer for two seasons of gul Lucious Lyon (Terrence Howard, executive producer on a team that ter, Shiv (“Sarah Snook, “Predesti- Connor, Logan’s only child from his Lawrence (Rob Yang, “The Ameri- NBC’s legendary sketch comedy se- first marriage. He, too, sits on Way- cans”), the founder and CEO of a ries “Saturday Night Live,” and he’s “Hustle & Flow,” 2005) for four star’s board of directors, but he’s digital media outfit. directed a number of big-screen seasons. Now that both of those se- left the family firm to make his own The ensemble cast is supported comedies, including “Anchorman: ries have wrapped up for the sea- Karen Gibson School of Dance way in New Mexico. The main cast by a top-notch team behind the The Legend of Ron Burgundy” son, viewers in search of more also features Hiam Abbass (“Lem- scenes, from an Oscar winner to (2004), “Step Brothers” (2008) and wealthy family drama can tune in BEGINNER - ADVANCED on Tree,” 2008) as Logan’s third television veterans. Creator Arm- “The Other Guys” (2010). He and to “Succession,” premiering Sun- wife, Marcy, a formidable force in strong has been better known for creative partner Ferrell founded the day, June 3, on HBO. AGES 4-ADULT her own right. his comedy work across the pond. Classes in: Tap • Pre-Ballet - Ballet • Lyrical • Pointe • Jazz • Clogging The remaining staff includes Early on in his career, he wrote for COO Frank (Peter Friedman, “Safe,” the Channel 4 sketch show “Smack Home of the 1995), who acts as a mentor for the Pony” with writing partner Sam Kendall. Allesandro (Parker Saw- Bain, with whom he went on to cre- yers, “Southside With You,” 2016) ate “Peep Show,” “The Old Guys,” TRIPLE TOE CLOGGERS is an up-and-coming executive at “Fresh Meat” and “Babylon.” Arm- home: 276-2756 the firm. In the debut episode of strong’s other notable writing cred- studio: 276 4631 “Succession,” the Roy siblings wel- its include the Oscar-nominated Family Rates • Well-Qualified Teachers come cousin Greg (Nicholas Braun, film “In the Loop” (2009) and the “Sky High,” 2005) to the fold as he BAFTA-winning comedy “The Thick OVER 50 YEARS EXPERIENCE moves from Canada to New York to of It.” He also wrote an episode of He gets his music online. Caulder’s Service Center 910-276-8770 His t-shirts at the mall. & Towing LLC Cell: 910-280-0591 Charles Caulder Fax: 910-276-1468 And his drugs from his Owner and Mechanic uncle’s medicine cabinet. BE AWARE. 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