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January 2, 2010
Happy New Year everyone! Tune in or set your dvrs to see John in the Skating & Gymnastics Spectacular on January 10th from 4-6pm on NBC.
December 18, 2009
John's back in competition and on thin ice too! "Thin Ice" is a new reality tv skating competition that will take place at the MGM Grand at Foxwood casino in Mashantucket, CT on March 19th and 21st. The competition will be broadcast live on ABC at 8pm on the 19th and 7pm on the 21st. The event offers a new twist with six ladies skaters getting to pick a male partner for a competition routine. Couplings could be two singles, a pair and singles, two dancers or any combination (no current partnerships allowed together). Skaters announced so far include John, Michael Weiss, David Pelletier, Shizuka Arakawa, and Shae-Lynn Bourne. Kurt Browning will do hosting duties and featured judges include Dick Button and Kristi Yamaguchi.
Novemer 22, 2009
Earlier this month, John skated in the Smokey Robinson Tribute on Ice. He skated to "Being with You" sung live by Smokey. The number started as a solo piece by John and he was then joined by wife Silvia to finish. Check out some photos from the show! In addition to skating, John has been busy promoting the Karisma sport clothing line by wife Silvia. The company made their US debut as the outfits for the flower girls at Skate America. They are also present at the largest learn to skate class program in the U.S. at Wollman rink in Central Park. John is currently in Italy preparing Berton & Hotarek for Italian nationals in December. John's also written a new journal covering the fall months.
November 6, 2009
On October 30th, John performed in the Skating and Gymnastics Spectacular where he debuted his new solo number for this year. It's a flamenco performed by the duo Rodrigo y Gabriella. The program was choreographed by wife Silvia and got lots of compliments. Be sure to tune in to NBC on January 10th from 4-6pm to see it. Accompanying John was his mother who helped them sell the Karisma clothing line at the show. And for an extra post-Halloween treat some photos from the Halloween on Ice show.
October 20, 2009
John performed in "Halloween on Ice" this past weekend in Omaha. John played the character of the Werewolf, performing to "Flying Dutchman" in Act I. In Act II he skated to "Night on Bald Mountain" with his wife, Silvia Fontana, who played the Black Cat. His numbers were a huge hit with the audience. "Halloween on Ice" airs this coming Sunday, October 25 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM EST on NBC.
Next up on John's schedule is Disson Skating's "Skating & Gymnastics Spectacular" on October 30 in Rapid City, SD. The show will air January 10, 2010 from 4:00 - 6:00 PM EST on NBC
October 16, 2009
John will be skating in the Scott Hamilton CARES benefit show on November 7th in Cleveland. Ticket details can be found on the CARES website. John and Silvia have been spending time in Italy this fall. Silvia is hard at work on her Karisma clothing line - be sure to check out her goods at Atlantic Regionals and Skating & Gymnastics on Ice. John has taken to coaching and is working with a new Italian team of Stefania Berton and Ondej Hotarek. They qualified for the national team after skating together for only three months. They'll be competing in Austria and Croatia later this month and then Italian Nationals. This weekend John will be haunting at Halloween on Ice. Tickets are still available.
August 7, 2009
John will be returning to the ice this fall! He will be performing in three Disson Skating shows this fall: Halloween on Ice (October 18th, Omaha, NE), Skating and Gymnastics Spectacular (October 30th, Rapid City, SD) and Smokey Robinson Tribute on Ice (November 11th, Tampa, FL). At each show he will perform one solo number and one duet with his wife Silvia Fontana.
April 29, 2009
John's recently been to Jordan with the Right to Play organization and has written up a new journal about the trip.
March 14, 2009
John continues to wow the crowds on tour with Stars on Ice. His solo number and ensemble with Yuka and Mike are big crowd pleasers. Photos from the tour are now up in the Photo Gallery. Have you ever wanted to learn the skills that have helped make John a champion skater? Well now you can! Learn more on the new clinics page.
February 17, 2009
John and some of his fellow Stars on Ice cast-mates will be doing two autograph signings at outdoor life style stores at Cleveland area shopping centers. Joining him will be Jeff Buttle, Michael Weiss, Marie France & Patrice Lauzon and Jennifer Robinson.
January 29, 2009
Ever wondered just what John does to stay in shape for skating? Read this great article from Spring 2009 issue of Exercise & Health.
January 14, 2009
John's been bouncing across the oceans again with shows in Russia, France, United States and Japan. Read his latest journal to find out about his travels.
December 6, 2008
The 2009 Stars on Ice Tour kicked off in Lake Placid last weekend to enthusiastic reviews and John was a definite hit as a solo skater. In the first half he skated an ensemble number with Yuka Sato and Michael Weiss to "The Dance" where John got to show off his partnering skills with Yuka. In act two John skated a solo to "I'm Gonna Crawl" that brought huge cheers from the audience. This year's show also features John in the Act I Finale to "Sock Him in the Jaw" by Paul Englishby, the all guys' number that opens Act II, skated to Bon Jovi's "We Got It Going On" and the show Finale to REO Speedwagon's "Roll with the Changes". The tour next goes to Japan for several dates in early January, then picks up in the US at the end of January. For tour dates, see the schedule page.
November 3, 2008
John's been accumulating the frequent flier miles as he continues to perform in Russia. Read all about it in his latest journal
November 1, 2008
John Zimmerman switches things up - IceNetwork article
October 29, 2008
Two more videos of John performing with Fekla Tolstaya on Russia's Star Ice. The first performance from Oct. 11th is a soft guitar number. The second performance from Oct. 18th is 50s rock-n-roll number. Also posted is a video from John and Elena Berezhnaya's performance at King on Ice earlier this summer. A big thanks to wwhitecrow and tripleflip2008 for sharing these!
October 16, 2008
Stars on Ice is returning to Japan and John will be joining them. There will be three shows in Osaka (Jan 10-12) and two in Tokyo (Jan 17-18). In addition to the U.S. cast, each stop will include the best Japanese skaters as well. October 11, 2008
This year, Smucker's Stars on Ice is "On the Edge". The skaters are Olympic athletes who will take their skills to new heights; challenging themselves, daring to be different. They do it all on the edge of a steel blade no thicker than a pane of glass. Come join us as we put the world's best skaters to the ultimate test, as they showcase their elite athletic skills while performing in an Emmy Award-winning production. They will be going to the limit to bring to the ice the best that skating has to offer. Like any high-level sporting competition, they will be pushing their bodies to the EDGE. Read out the press release for more on opening night in Lake Placid.
October 7, 2008
The tour dates for Stars on Ice have been announced and in addition to opening night in Lake Placid on 11/29, the tour will run from Spokane, WA on 1/23 to Portland, ME on 4/11. Check out the schedule page for a complete list of dates and locations. Advance ticket order forms can be found online on the Stars on Ice website. For a look at John in Russia, check out this YouTube video of John and his celebrity partner Fekla Tolstaya performing to Charlie Chaplin.
September 20, 2008
Photos from John's performance at the 2008 Michael Weiss Foundation Benefit have been added to the gallery.
September 11, 2008
Great news for John fans - he'll be touring with Stars on Ice this fall! Tour dates are expected to be announced at the end of the month. John's also off to Russia to compete in the Russian Skating with the Stars on Channel 2. As a result, he'll no longer be at the Holiday Celebration on Ice in las Vegas.
Michael Weiss Foundation Review: With the semi-retirement of partner Kyoko this season, John has taken the bold step of going out as a solo performer. This was his second outing and he says it was a bit nerve wracking to look over and not see his partner when stepping onto the ice. But he had no need to worry as his performance was electrifiying. Skating to "I'm Gonna Crawl" by Led Zepplin, John gave us a fascinating routine. On the pure technical side he landed a double axel and then singled another later on as well as a camel-change-camel spin and a camel-sit combination. But it was the in betweens that really shone with all kinds of interesting footwork, lunges and body movements. Black pants and a black t-shirt for costuming. The program was choreographed by John and wife Silvia.
Happy New Year everyone! Tune in or set your dvrs to see John in the Skating & Gymnastics Spectacular on January 10th from 4-6pm on NBC.
December 18, 2009
John's back in competition and on thin ice too! "Thin Ice" is a new reality tv skating competition that will take place at the MGM Grand at Foxwood casino in Mashantucket, CT on March 19th and 21st. The competition will be broadcast live on ABC at 8pm on the 19th and 7pm on the 21st. The event offers a new twist with six ladies skaters getting to pick a male partner for a competition routine. Couplings could be two singles, a pair and singles, two dancers or any combination (no current partnerships allowed together). Skaters announced so far include John, Michael Weiss, David Pelletier, Shizuka Arakawa, and Shae-Lynn Bourne. Kurt Browning will do hosting duties and featured judges include Dick Button and Kristi Yamaguchi.
Novemer 22, 2009
Earlier this month, John skated in the Smokey Robinson Tribute on Ice. He skated to "Being with You" sung live by Smokey. The number started as a solo piece by John and he was then joined by wife Silvia to finish. Check out some photos from the show! In addition to skating, John has been busy promoting the Karisma sport clothing line by wife Silvia. The company made their US debut as the outfits for the flower girls at Skate America. They are also present at the largest learn to skate class program in the U.S. at Wollman rink in Central Park. John is currently in Italy preparing Berton & Hotarek for Italian nationals in December. John's also written a new journal covering the fall months.
November 6, 2009
On October 30th, John performed in the Skating and Gymnastics Spectacular where he debuted his new solo number for this year. It's a flamenco performed by the duo Rodrigo y Gabriella. The program was choreographed by wife Silvia and got lots of compliments. Be sure to tune in to NBC on January 10th from 4-6pm to see it. Accompanying John was his mother who helped them sell the Karisma clothing line at the show. And for an extra post-Halloween treat some photos from the Halloween on Ice show.
October 20, 2009
John performed in "Halloween on Ice" this past weekend in Omaha. John played the character of the Werewolf, performing to "Flying Dutchman" in Act I. In Act II he skated to "Night on Bald Mountain" with his wife, Silvia Fontana, who played the Black Cat. His numbers were a huge hit with the audience. "Halloween on Ice" airs this coming Sunday, October 25 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM EST on NBC.
Next up on John's schedule is Disson Skating's "Skating & Gymnastics Spectacular" on October 30 in Rapid City, SD. The show will air January 10, 2010 from 4:00 - 6:00 PM EST on NBC
October 16, 2009
John will be skating in the Scott Hamilton CARES benefit show on November 7th in Cleveland. Ticket details can be found on the CARES website. John and Silvia have been spending time in Italy this fall. Silvia is hard at work on her Karisma clothing line - be sure to check out her goods at Atlantic Regionals and Skating & Gymnastics on Ice. John has taken to coaching and is working with a new Italian team of Stefania Berton and Ondej Hotarek. They qualified for the national team after skating together for only three months. They'll be competing in Austria and Croatia later this month and then Italian Nationals. This weekend John will be haunting at Halloween on Ice. Tickets are still available.
August 7, 2009
John will be returning to the ice this fall! He will be performing in three Disson Skating shows this fall: Halloween on Ice (October 18th, Omaha, NE), Skating and Gymnastics Spectacular (October 30th, Rapid City, SD) and Smokey Robinson Tribute on Ice (November 11th, Tampa, FL). At each show he will perform one solo number and one duet with his wife Silvia Fontana.
April 29, 2009
John's recently been to Jordan with the Right to Play organization and has written up a new journal about the trip.
March 14, 2009
John continues to wow the crowds on tour with Stars on Ice. His solo number and ensemble with Yuka and Mike are big crowd pleasers. Photos from the tour are now up in the Photo Gallery. Have you ever wanted to learn the skills that have helped make John a champion skater? Well now you can! Learn more on the new clinics page.
February 17, 2009
John and some of his fellow Stars on Ice cast-mates will be doing two autograph signings at outdoor life style stores at Cleveland area shopping centers. Joining him will be Jeff Buttle, Michael Weiss, Marie France & Patrice Lauzon and Jennifer Robinson.
- March 18th, 12-1pm at Joseph Beth Bookstore, Legacy Village
- March 19th, 12-1pm at Dick's Sporting Goods, Crocker Park
January 29, 2009
Ever wondered just what John does to stay in shape for skating? Read this great article from Spring 2009 issue of Exercise & Health.
January 14, 2009
John's been bouncing across the oceans again with shows in Russia, France, United States and Japan. Read his latest journal to find out about his travels.
December 6, 2008
The 2009 Stars on Ice Tour kicked off in Lake Placid last weekend to enthusiastic reviews and John was a definite hit as a solo skater. In the first half he skated an ensemble number with Yuka Sato and Michael Weiss to "The Dance" where John got to show off his partnering skills with Yuka. In act two John skated a solo to "I'm Gonna Crawl" that brought huge cheers from the audience. This year's show also features John in the Act I Finale to "Sock Him in the Jaw" by Paul Englishby, the all guys' number that opens Act II, skated to Bon Jovi's "We Got It Going On" and the show Finale to REO Speedwagon's "Roll with the Changes". The tour next goes to Japan for several dates in early January, then picks up in the US at the end of January. For tour dates, see the schedule page.
November 3, 2008
John's been accumulating the frequent flier miles as he continues to perform in Russia. Read all about it in his latest journal
November 1, 2008
John Zimmerman switches things up - IceNetwork article
October 29, 2008
Two more videos of John performing with Fekla Tolstaya on Russia's Star Ice. The first performance from Oct. 11th is a soft guitar number. The second performance from Oct. 18th is 50s rock-n-roll number. Also posted is a video from John and Elena Berezhnaya's performance at King on Ice earlier this summer. A big thanks to wwhitecrow and tripleflip2008 for sharing these!
October 16, 2008
Stars on Ice is returning to Japan and John will be joining them. There will be three shows in Osaka (Jan 10-12) and two in Tokyo (Jan 17-18). In addition to the U.S. cast, each stop will include the best Japanese skaters as well. October 11, 2008
This year, Smucker's Stars on Ice is "On the Edge". The skaters are Olympic athletes who will take their skills to new heights; challenging themselves, daring to be different. They do it all on the edge of a steel blade no thicker than a pane of glass. Come join us as we put the world's best skaters to the ultimate test, as they showcase their elite athletic skills while performing in an Emmy Award-winning production. They will be going to the limit to bring to the ice the best that skating has to offer. Like any high-level sporting competition, they will be pushing their bodies to the EDGE. Read out the press release for more on opening night in Lake Placid.
John's also started a journal so that fans can keep up with him while he's on tour. His first entry covers the events of the summer and early fall.
October 7, 2008
The tour dates for Stars on Ice have been announced and in addition to opening night in Lake Placid on 11/29, the tour will run from Spokane, WA on 1/23 to Portland, ME on 4/11. Check out the schedule page for a complete list of dates and locations. Advance ticket order forms can be found online on the Stars on Ice website. For a look at John in Russia, check out this YouTube video of John and his celebrity partner Fekla Tolstaya performing to Charlie Chaplin.
September 20, 2008
Photos from John's performance at the 2008 Michael Weiss Foundation Benefit have been added to the gallery.
September 11, 2008
Great news for John fans - he'll be touring with Stars on Ice this fall! Tour dates are expected to be announced at the end of the month. John's also off to Russia to compete in the Russian Skating with the Stars on Channel 2. As a result, he'll no longer be at the Holiday Celebration on Ice in las Vegas.
Michael Weiss Foundation Review: With the semi-retirement of partner Kyoko this season, John has taken the bold step of going out as a solo performer. This was his second outing and he says it was a bit nerve wracking to look over and not see his partner when stepping onto the ice. But he had no need to worry as his performance was electrifiying. Skating to "I'm Gonna Crawl" by Led Zepplin, John gave us a fascinating routine. On the pure technical side he landed a double axel and then singled another later on as well as a camel-change-camel spin and a camel-sit combination. But it was the in betweens that really shone with all kinds of interesting footwork, lunges and body movements. Black pants and a black t-shirt for costuming. The program was choreographed by John and wife Silvia.
For past news items covering Kyoko & John see the News Archives
Top right photo © Andrea Chempinski.