Fox announces spring finale dates

Hugh Laurie of "House" - Fox Photo

Fox has announced in a news release its 2011-12 season finale dates, along with additional information on “American Idol,” Glee,” “Raising Hope” and more:

“American Idol” will continue live two-hour performance shows every Wednesday (7-9 p.m. live) until the two-night grand finale celebration in May. Don’t miss the “American Idol” final performance showdown between the remaining finalists on a special night, Tuesday, May 22 (7-8 p.m. live, followed by the season finale of “Glee” at a special time, 8 p.m. Then, on the two-hour grand finale celebration airing Wednesday, May 23 (7-9:07 p.m. live), America’s final votes will be revealed and the newest Idol will be crowned.

As previously announced, “Glee” returns to Tuesdays at 7 p.m., beginning April 10, with “New Girl” remaining at 8 p.m. and “Raising Hope” returning to its regular time slot at 8:30 p.m. After “Hope’s” season finale on April 17, “Breaking In” returns for three weeks in the time period through May 8.

Additionally, “House” will conclude eight seasons of medical mysteries and remarkable diagnosis on Monday, May 21, with a one-hour retrospective at 7 p.m., followed by the series finale at 8 p.m.

FOX 2011-12 SEASON FINALE DATES

Saturday, April 7:
7:00-9:00 PM           Q’VIVA! THE CHOSEN

Tuesday, April 17
8:30-9:00 PM           RAISING HOPE

Tuesday, May 8:
8:00-8:30 PM             NEW GIRL