Starting September 24, fans of reality hit “Dancing with the Stars” have even greater access to their favorite show, from the first cha-cha to the final waltz. ABC Radio has launched “Dancing with the Stars” Radio, giving listeners an interactive audio experience and unlimited access to the dance floor, whenever and wherever. Season 15 “Dancing with the Stars: All Stars” premiered on September 24, on the ABC television network.

“We’re adding a new dimension to the ‘Dancing with the Stars’ experience by offering on demand, digital audio content that compliments the viewing experience and increases engagement between the audience and the cast,” said Steve Jones, Vice President and General Manager of ABC News Radio. “When television programming stops, fans can hear highlights, interviews and behind-the-scenes conversation that the camera cannot always capture.”

“Dancing with the Stars” Radio is available in the “ABC” station category everywhere Slacker Radio is available, including all major smartphones, the iPad, in Ford vehicles with SYNC AppLink and on the web at: www.slacker.com/station/dancing-with-the-stars.

“Dancing with the Stars” Radio, distributed by Slacker and AOL Radio, will reach 40 million registered users across the country, offering unparalleled access to one of the most popular programs on television. This digital audio channel captures key moments from each episode for fans, along with unique insights into the cast, judges and creative teams behind this all-star season.

“Dancing with the Stars” Radio offers a variety of digital content that puts the user in control, allowing fans to skip over or select updated content based on preference. In addition to unique content, “Dancing with the Stars” Radio gives fans access to backstage gossip and exciting contests throughout the competition. While casual fans can access show highlights and episode re-caps, “Dancing with the Stars” devotees can enjoy in-depth interviews with judges, costume designers and memorable former contestants.

“Our partnership with ABC Radio has helped to give Slacker the edge in providing the best listening experience for users,” said Jonathan Sasse, Senior Vice President of Product and Programming at Slacker. “Today’s addition of ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Radio gives fans of the program the complete insider’s perspective on the show.”

Season 15 kicks off with an all-star cast of former contestants who will return to the dance floor to battle it out for a chance to win the coveted mirror ball trophy. This season of “Dancing with the Stars: All-Stars” will feature a wide variety of fan favorites from revered athletes like NFL star Emmitt Smith (Season 3) and Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson (Season 8) to actors and singers like Kirstie Alley (Season 12), Pamela Anderson (Season 10) and 98 Degrees star Drew Lachey (Season 2).

The two-hour season premiere of “Dancing with the Stars: All-Stars” aired Monday, September 24 at 8:00 p.m., ET on ABC, followed by a new digital live show, “After Party: Dancing with the Stars,” sponsored by AT&T.

About ABC Radio

ABC Radio features America’s largest commercial radio news organization (ABC News Radio), delivering daily newscasts and breaking news coverage to more than 1,800 affiliates nationwide and reaching approximately 77 million people each week. ABC News Radio also produces ABC Sports Radio and ABC Entertainment Radio, along with news, entertainment and sports audio and text content for an array of digital partners. ABC News Radio’s digital audio partnership with Slacker Radio and AOL Radio provide a combined reach of 60+ million users. ABC News Radio is distributed to radio stations by Cumulus Media, which has 4,4000 affiliate radio stations reaching more than 110 million listeners in the 12+ demographic each week.

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ABC had a winning night at “The 64th Primetime Emmy Awards” on Sunday, hosted by ABC’s own Jimmy Kimmel, with critically acclaimed comedy “Modern Family” taking home four Emmys, including Outstanding Comedy Series, and “Dancing with the Stars’” Tom Bergeron scoring Outstanding Host for a Reality Program.

“Modern Family’s” Julie Bowen and Eric Stonestreet both earned Emmys for Outstanding Supporting Actress and Actor in a Comedy Series, marking the second consecutive win for Bowen for her portrayal of Claire Dunphy, and second Emmy for Stonestreet, for his portrayal of Cameron Tucker.  Co-creator and executive producer Steven Levitan also received an Emmy for Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series.

These wins join ABC’s previously announced Emmys, for a total of nine statuettes.  During the Creative Arts Emmy Awards on Saturday, September 15, the Network won for Outstanding Makeup for a Multi-Camera Series or Special, “Dancing with the Stars”; Outstanding Individual Achievement in Animation, “Disney’s Prep and Landing: Naughty Vs. Nice”; Outstanding Sound Mixing For A Comedy or Drama Series (Half-Hour) and Animation, “Modern Family,” “Dude Ranch”; and Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Variety Series or Special, “84th Annual Academy Awards.”

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ABC.com is bringing more all-stars into the celebration for this season’s “Dancing with the Stars: All-Stars.” Super model and Season 9 alum Joanna Krupa and actor and recording artist Kyle Massey, who was a Season 11 runner-up, are on board to join ABC.com’s new web series, “After Party: Dancing with the Stars”, presented by AT & T. Krupa will co-host along with Marc Istook (“After Party: The Bachelorette”), and Massey will join on special occasions to take fans behind the scenes with the show as only an all-star insider can.

“After Party: Dancing with the Stars” is a 20-25 minute live show that will take place online at ABC, Facebook and Youtube, immediately following each Monday night performance episode. Presented by AT&T, this original online video series promises expert panelists, surprise celebrity audience members, as well as featured dance performances from fan favorites. And not only are fans invited to watch the party, they’re being asked to join the conversation. At each After Party, hosts will be answering questions tweeted in using #askDWTS.

The premiere episode gets the party started with expert panelists Elena Grinenko, ballroom champion and previous “Dancing with the Stars” pro-dancer; Jessica Radloff from Glamour.com; and Annie Barrett from Entertainment Weekly, as well as a special acoustic performance by professional dancer and former “DWTS” contestant Lacey Schwimmer, featuring the It Boys.

“Fans can’t get enough of the ‘Dancing with the Stars’ and want to keep talking about it after the broadcast ends,” said Karin Gilford, SVP of Digital Media, ABC Television Network. “After Party keeps the conversation going at a time when people are most excited, feeding them tantalizing tidbits, insider access and, most importantly, getting their burning questions answered live by show experts.”

Hosted by Tom Bergeron (“America’s Funniest Home Videos”) and Brooke Burke-Charvet (“Dancing with the Stars” Season 7 Champion), the celebrities perform choreographed dance routines which will be judged by renowned Ballroom judge Len Goodman and dancer/choreographers Bruno Tonioli and Carrie Ann Inaba.

Viewers may cast their votes for their favorite teams via phone on Monday night during and up to 60 minutes after the “Dancing with the Stars: All-Stars” performance shows. AT&T customers may also vote by texting the word “VOTE” and entering the number that corresponds to the team they want to support (data rates may apply). Online voting at www.ABC.com is open from the start of each episode on the East Coast and closes at 8:00 a.m., PT/11:00 a.m., ET on Tuesday mornings. Additionally, fans can now vote on Facebook.

A custom Facebook app presented by AT&T will let fans vote, share who they voted for and why, as well as see who friends voted for. They can also access the “After Party: Dancing with the Stars” live stream, the DWTS Social Scene page, and the AT&T Spotlight Performance and Casting Call from the app.

“Dancing with the Stars” is the U.S. version of the international smash hit series, “Strictly Come Dancing.” This version is produced by BBC Worldwide Productions. Conrad Green serves as executive producer and Ashley Edens-Shaffer and Joe Sungkur are co-executive producers. Alex Rudzinski directs. “Dancing with the Stars” is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC’s selected HDTV format, with 5.1 channel surround sound. This program carries a TV-PG,L parental guideline.

About BBC Worldwide Productions

BBC Worldwide Productions is one of five core businesses under BBC Worldwide America, the U.S. division of the main commercial arm and wholly-owned subsidiary of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), BBC Worldwide. Led by Jane Tranter, BBC Worldwide Productions is based in Los Angeles and develops and produces scripted and non-scripted projects for U.S. cable and broadcast networks, as well as digital platforms.

The production company is responsible for the smash hit “Dancing with the Stars” (ABC), as well as “Breaking Pointe” (CW), “Top Gear” (HISTORY), “Richard Hammond’s Crash Course” (BBC AMERICA), “What Not to Wear” (TLC), “Torchwood: Miracle Day” (Starz) and the upcoming titles “Da Vinci’s Demons” (Starz), “The Week the Women Went” (Lifetime) and “Lovetown, USA” (OWN), among others.

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