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Thursday, February 10, 2011

ArtsBeat: New 'American Idiot' Cast Members Include Davey Havok of AFI by Dave Itzkoff

The California punk rocker will be part of a new round of "American Idiot" cast members, including Justin Guarini, who join the production on March 1.

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New 'American Idiot' Cast Members Include Davey Havok of AFI by Dave Itzkoff

The California punk rocker will be part of a new round of "American Idiot" cast members, including Justin Guarini, who join the production on March 1.

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Wednesday, February 9, 2011

It's Collaboratin' Time: Spider-Man to Join the Fantastic Four by Dave Itzkoff

The Marvel Comics web slinger will become a member of the Fantastic Four - or, more precisely, join with the surviving teammates of that superhero group to form a new team - whose exploits w…

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Tuesday, February 8, 2011

ArtsBeat: LuPone and Colbert at Philharmonic by Dave Itzkoff

Martha Plimpton, Anika Noni Rose and Jim Walton will also join Neil Patrick Harris in the Philharmonic's production of the Stephen Sondheim musical about a bachelor, his lovers and his good …

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In Good 'Company': Patti LuPone and Stephen Colbert Join Philharmonic Production by Dave Itzkoff

Martha Plimpton, Anika Noni Rose and Jim Walton will also join Neil Patrick Harris in the Philharmonic's production of the Stephen Sondheim musical about a bachelor, his lovers and his good …

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Don't Stop Believin' (or Tourin'): 'Glee' Cast Hitting the Road Again by Dave Itzkoff

A 16-city "Glee Live! in Concert" series will begin on May 21 and conclude on June 18, and feature 13 cast members including Lea Michele, Cory Monteith, Amber Riley, Chris Colfer, Chord Over…

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Robert Sean Leonard Joining 'Born Yesterday' on Broadway by Dave Itzkoff

Mr. Leonard, a star of the Fox medical drama "House," will play Paul Verrall, the journalist tasked with educating Billie Dawn, the showgirl and galpal of the crooked mogul Harry Brock.

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ArtsBeat: Robert Sean Leonard Joining 'Born Yesterday' on Broadway by Dave Itzkoff

Mr. Leonard, a star of the Fox medical drama "House," will play Paul Verrall, the journalist tasked with educating Billie Dawn, the showgirl and galpal of the crooked mogul Harry Brock.

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Monday, February 7, 2011

ArtsBeat: 'Love Never Dies' Leads Nominations for Britain's Olivier Awards by Dave Itzkoff

Andrew Lloyd Webber's sequel to "The Phantom of the Opera" received seven nominations, including nods for best actor (Ramin Karimloo), best actress (Sierra Boggess) and best new musical.

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'Love Never Dies' Leads Nominations for Britain's Olivier Awards by Dave Itzkoff

Andrew Lloyd Webber's sequel to "The Phantom of the Opera" received seven nominations, including nods for best actor (Ramin Karimloo), best actress (Sierra Boggess) and best new musical.

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Sunday, February 6, 2011

The Twitterverse Responds to the Black Eyed Peas' Halftime Show by Dave Itzkoff

They had a feeling tonight was going to be a good night. They were wrong.

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Saturday, February 5, 2011

Tura Satana, Cult Actress, Is Dead by Dave Itzkoff

The actress whose authoritative presence, exotic looks and buxom frame commanded the attention of viewers of Russ Meyer's cult movie "Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill!", died on Friday, her mana…

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Friday, February 4, 2011

Colbert Portrait, With Art World Input, to Be Sold at Auction by Dave Itzkoff

The painting, titled "Portrait 5, Stephen(s)," was modified by Andres Serrano and Shepard Fairey, and looked at by Frank Stella.

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Your Moment of Squeeeeeeeeal: Justin Bieber Does 'The Daily Show' by Dave Itzkoff

The floppy-haired pop singer and Jon Stewart star in their own body-switch comedy that's easily as funny as "18 Again."

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Snow Delays School Production of 'Joe Turner's Come and Gone' by Dave Itzkoff

The Waterbury Board of Education recently said the Waterbury Arts Magnet School could perform that August Wilson play, overruling a school superintendent who objected to some language in it.

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ArtsBeat: Snow Delays School Production of 'Joe Turner's Come and Gone' by Dave Itzkoff

The Waterbury Board of Education recently said the Waterbury Arts Magnet School could perform that August Wilson play, overruling a school superintendent who objected to some language in it.

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Thursday, February 3, 2011

After 'Office' Hours, Amy Ryan Plans a Concert Performance by Dave Itzkoff

Ms. Ryan, the Academy and Tony Award-nominated actress, will sing a song in a concert of new works by Todd Almond at St. Mark's Church.

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ArtsBeat: After 'Office' Hours, Amy Ryan Plans a Concert Performance by Dave Itzkoff

Ms. Ryan, the Academy and Tony Award-nominated actress, will sing a song in a concert of new works by Todd Almond at St. Mark's Church.

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Syfy Spins Its Upfront Presentation Into 'Spider-Man' Performance by Dave Itzkoff

Syfy said it will hold its annual upfront presentation on at the Foxwoods Theater in Times Square, where it will be followed by a special performance of "Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark."

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ArtsBeat: Syfy Spins Its Upfront Presentation Into 'Spider-Man' Performance by Dave Itzkoff

Syfy said it will hold its annual upfront presentation on at the Foxwoods Theater in Times Square, where it will be followed by a special performance of "Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark."

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Wednesday, February 2, 2011

Stevie Wonder to Be Named to Apollo Theater's Hall of Fame by Dave Itzkoff

Mr. Wonder made his first appearance at the historic Harlem theater in 1962 as a 12-year-old member of Berry Gordy's Motown Revue.

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Woody Allen's 'Midnight in Paris' Will Open Cannes Festival by Dave Itzkoff

The romantic comedy stars Owen Wilson, Rachel McAdams, Marion Cotillard, Kathy Bates and Adrien Brody, though one cast member, Carla Bruni-Sarkozy, has received a bit more attention than the…

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Oil's Well That Ends Well: 'Dallas' Stars Will Return in TNT Sequel by Dave Itzkoff

Larry Hagman, Linda Gray and Patrick Duffy will reprise their roles as members of the Ewing clan for a TNT series that will continue the story of the original CBS prime time soap opera.

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Tuesday, February 1, 2011

ArtsBeat: 'Measure for Measure' and 'All's Well That Ends Well' Are Wed for Shakespeare in the Park Season by Dave Itzkoff

The Public Theater will present Shakespeare's problem plays "Measure for Measure" and "All's Well That Ends Well," about couples with marital dilemmas, in repertory from June 6 through July …

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'Measure for Measure' and 'All's Well That Ends Well' Are Wed for Shakespeare in the Park Season by Dave Itzkoff

The Public Theater will present Shakespeare's problem plays "Measure for Measure" and "All's Well That Ends Well," about couples with marital dilemmas, in repertory from June 6 through July …

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Life Ain't Easy for a Girl Named Sue: A Personal Memoir from Jane Lynch of 'Glee' by Dave Itzkoff

The book by Ms. Lynch, who plays the deliciously nasty cheerleading coach Sue Sylvester on "Glee," will recount her comedy career as she learned to embrace her homosexuality and overcame alc…

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Monday, January 31, 2011

Hold On to Your Hats: 'Lidsville' to Become Animated Movie for DreamWorks by Dave Itzkoff

A 3-D film adaptation of that Sid and Marty Krofft children's show, about a land populated by living hats, will be directed by Conrad Vernon, a director of "Monsters Vs. Aliens" and "Shrek 2…

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Sunday, January 30, 2011

Henry Cavill is Cast as Superman in New Movie by Dave Itzkoff

Mr. Cavill, a British actor whose credits include "Stardust" and "Immortals," continues the tradition of having relative unknowns play the Man of Steel.

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Mark Zuckerberg Does Some Networking on 'Saturday Night Live' by Dave Itzkoff

The Facebook founder shared the "S.N.L." stage with host Jesse Eisenberg, who portrays him in "The Social Network," and cast member Andy Samberg, who has played him in comedy sketches.

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Friday, January 28, 2011

'Two and a Half Men' on Hiatus as Sheen Enters Rehab by Dave Itzkoff

CBS, Warner Brothers Television and the show's executive producer, Chuck Lorre, said, "We are profoundly concerned for his health and well-being, and support his decision."

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From Estonia With Love: A Sculpture Honoring Sean Connery by Dave Itzkoff

Mr. Connery, the actor and James Bond portrayer, was honored with a bust in his likeness, unveiled Thursday in the Estonian capital, Tallinn.

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