That was pretty fast !!
The pictures help a lot. I understand the problem now -- the fireplace is pretty close to the alcove. You could fit M22s on stands but they would have to be right up against the sides of the TV to avoid blocking the fireplace view from the right side of the couch.
That is probably still the best approach... and M22s are DEFINITELY the way to go because of their narrow width.
I can't make out if your TV is a really thin direct view CRT or a rear-projection -- just wanted to be really sure that the M22s wouldn't interfere with your picture if positioned very close to the sides.
I would be thinking hard about taking a Sawzall to the vertical divider just to the right of the TV, but that's why I like to get a second opinion before actually DOING anything
