The distributor of such cable-television shows as “Inside the Actors Studio” and “Live from Lincoln Center” has sought chapter 11 protection, the Wall Street Journal reported yesterday. Cable Ready Corp., of Norwalk, Conn., filed its chapter 11 petition on Friday. Founded in 1992, Cable Ready sells TV programs to cable and satellite networks around the world as well as to airlines and cruise ships. It also develops shows and provides TV-consulting services. Cable Ready reported $3.17 million in assets and $4.46 million in debts in its bankruptcy petition. Its debt load includes $1.47 million owed to lender Norwalk Bank and Trust.
