ABC’S NEW LINEUP
Judge Katy Perry
The “I Kissed a Girl” singer is the first name on the judging panel for ABC’s revival of “American Idol” premiering next spring. No word yet on Ryan Seacrest’s speculated return as host.
Blue collar comedy encore
A reboot of family sitcom “Roseanne” (which previously had a nineseason run on ABC) is officially a go for 2018, with the original cast — including Roseanne Barr and John Goodman — reprising their roles for the eight-episode series.
“The Little Mermaid Live!”
ABC is following NBC and Fox into the musical game with a live-action/ animated hybrid that intertwines the beloved 1989 Disney movie with celebrities performing its popular song catalog. The live two-hour special is set for Oct. 3.
“Dancing With the Stars Junior”
Does the foxtrot fall from the tree? This pint-sized spinoff of the veteran franchise pairs celebrity kids (and kids of celebrities) with professional junior ballroom dancers to perform choreographed routines. Debuts next spring.