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Monday, November 24, 2014

Pablo Aguero's EVITA to Begin Principal Photography This January by Movies News Desk

Pablo Aguero's long-delayed film EVITA, which follows the strange 25-year journey of the corpse of former Argentine First Lady Evita Peron, will begin principal photography in January.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:53PM

Stephen King on Bringing New Supernatural Musical GHOST BROTHERS OF DARKLAND COUNTY to Broadway by Movies News Desk

'if a bunch of angels said, 'We want to put this on Broadway with special effects and a big band,' we would probably say, 'F-- off.' No cat suits.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:23PM

Photo Flash: First Look - Hugh Jackman Portrays the Villainous Blackbeard in Upcoming PAN by Movies News Desk

Entertainment Weekly shares a first look at Hugh Jackman 'LES MISERABLES' starring as the villainous Blackbeard in Warner Bros. Pictures' upcoming live-action Peter Pan feature

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:12AM
Friday, November 21, 2014

VIDEO: Stephen Sondheim Talks Casting Meryl Streep for INTO THE WOODS by Movies News Desk

ET recently interviewed INTO THE WOODS composer and Broadway legend Stephen Sondheim and actress Meryl Streep about adapting the iconic fairytale musical for the big screen. Streep talked ab…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:20PM

VIDEO: Billy Boyd Performs THE HOBBIT's 'Last Goodbye' in New Music Video by Movies News Desk

The music video of Billy Boyd performing THE HOBBIT THE BATTLE OF THE FIVE ARMIES' end title song, 'The Last Goodbye' has just been released, and you can check it out below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:03PM

VIDEO: First Look - Kristin Chenoweth, Alan Cumming Lend Voices for Disney's STRANGE MAGIC by Movies News Desk

The trailer for STRANGE MAGIC is now available on Yahoo Movies. The film, featuring the voices of Kristin Chenoweth and Alan Cumming, opens in theaters January 23, 2015

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:06PM

First Look - New INTO THE WOODS Social Media Artwork Features Mackenzie Mauzy as Rapunzel by Movies News Desk

Disney has shared a new social media poster from the highly anticipated big screen adaptation of INTO THE WOODS featuring Mackenzie Mauzy is Rapunzel.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:36AM
Thursday, November 20, 2014

Bryce Dallas Howard in Talks for Disney's PETE'S DRAGON Remake by Movies News Desk

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Robert Redford has entered negotiations to join Disney's live-action and CGI reboot of PETE'S DRAGON, directed by David Lowery from a script he co-wrote …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:16PM

Streep, Kendrick & More Set for Yahoo's Live INTO THE WOODS Cast Event, 11/22 by Movies News Desk

Yahoo has announced that on Saturday, Nov. 22 at 930pm ET630pm PT, the site will be livestreaming a special QampA event with the cast of the upcoming musical adaptation INTO THE WOODS

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:08PM

FIRST LOOK: Daniel Huttlestone's 'Jack' Featured in New INTO THE WOODS Social Media Poster by Movies News Desk

Disney has shared a new social media poster from the highly anticipated big screen adaptation of INTO THE WOODS featuring Daniel Huttlestone as 'Jack'. The artwork reads, 'And You Know Thing…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:27AM

VIDEO: Anna Kendrick Sings & More in Full Trailer for PITCH PERFECT 2! by Movies News Desk

Below, check out the full trailer for PITCH PERFECT 2. The sequel stars Elizabeth Banks, Anna Kendrick, Rebel Wilson and Hailee Steinfeld and hits theaters on May 15, 2015.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:07AM

EGOT Winner & Entertainment Icon Mike Nichols Dies at Age 83 by Movies News Desk

ABC News reports that EGOT winner and entertainment icon Mike Nichols passed away suddenly on Wednesday, November 19th at the age of 83.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:12AM
Wednesday, November 19, 2014

Melissa McCarthy to Star in New TINKER BELL Movie by Movies News Desk

Deadline writes that Melissa McCarthy will star as Peter Pan's plucky sidekick fairy Tinker Bell in a new comedy-adventure film directed by Shawn Levy from a script by Nicholas Stoller.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:44PM

Dustin Hoffman to Join GOING IN STYLE Remake; Zach Braff to Direct? by Movies News Desk

Variety writes that Dustin Hoffman is in talks to join Morgan Freeman and Michael Caine in New Line's GOING IN STYLE remake. Zach Braff is also being considered to helm the project.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:26PM

Photo Flash: First Look - All-New Images from Disney's CINDERELLA by Movies News Desk

Below, check out all-new images and poster art for Disney's Cinderella, starring Cate Blanchett, Lily James, Richard Madden, and Helena Bonham Carter. See the film in theatres March 13, 2015.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:02AM

VIDEO: First Look - Trailer for Disney's CINDERELLA Has Arrived! by Movies News Desk

The trailer for Disney's live-action feature film CINDERELLA has arrived. The film hits theaters on March 13, 2015. Get a first look below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:24AM
Tuesday, November 18, 2014

Photo: James Corden Featured in New INTO THE WOODS Social Media Poster by Movies News Desk

Disney has shared a new social media poster from the highly anticipated big screen adaptation of INTO THE WOODS featuring Tony Award winner James Corden as 'The Baker.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:17PM

Full ANNIE Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Now Available to Stream on Spotify! by Movies News Desk

Beginning today, the Original Motion Picture Soundtrack from the highly anticipated big screen adaptation of Broadway's ANNIE is now available to stream on Spotify.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:39PM

VIDEO: First Look - Teaser Trailer for Disney's CINDERELLA, Coming in 2015 by Movies News Desk

Below, check out a teaser trailer for Disney's CINDERELLA, hitting theaters on March 13, 2015. Directed by Kenneth Branagh, the film stars Lily James, Richard Madden, Cate Blanchett, and Hel…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:57AM

Broadway Vets Featured in New Documentary, STILL DREAMING, Premiering Tonight at DOC NYC by Movies News Desk

STILL DREAMING, the latest feature documentary from Hank Rogerson and Jilann Spitzmiller SHAKESPEARE BEHIND BARS, HOMELAND, will have its world premiere at DOC NYC, the United States' larges…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:30AM

Disney Lights Up the Holidays with All-New FROZEN Sing-Along Edition, Out Today by Movies News Desk

The all-new FROZEN sing-along edition arrives on Digital HD, Disney Movies Anywhere and DVD today, November 18th.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:30AM
Monday, November 17, 2014

VIDEO: THE LITTLE MERMAID Turns 25: Watch Megan Hilty, Darren Criss & More Perform 'Part of Your World' by Movies News Desk

In honor of the 25th Anniversary of Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID, check out some of the biggest names of stage, screen and music performing 'Part of Your World' from the hit animated film

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:26PM

VIDEO: First Look - Jessica Chastain in All-New Trailer for MISS JULIE by Movies News Desk

Directed by Liv Ullmann and adapted from the famous August Strindberg play, the upcoming film MISS JULIE stars Jessica Chastain as a wealthy woman who initiates a flirtation with her father'…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:48PM

BWW Exclusive: Official Video - IF/THEN's Idina Menzel Performs 'Let It Go' with BC/EFA Auction Winners! by Movies News Desk

An amazing fundraising auction occurred at IFTHEN over the weekend when Idina Menzel offered audience members the chance to join her in singing Let It Go from the Oscar winning animated film…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:17PM
Friday, November 14, 2014

Disney Lights Up the Holidays with All-New FROZEN Sing-Along Edition, 11/18 by Movies News Desk

The all-new FROZEN sing-along edition arrives on Digital HD, Disney Movies Anywhere and DVDon November 18th.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:08PM

Eddie Redmayne Talks Stephen Hawking's Reaction to Biopic THE THEORY OF EVERYTHING by Movies News Desk

During an interview with Variety, THEORY OF EVERYTHING star Eddie Redmayne shared his thoughts on what it was like to meet renowned physicist Stephen Hawking, whose life served as a basis fo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:28PM

Casting Complete for Bollywood-Themed MONSOON WEDDING; Set for 2015 Broadway Run? by Movies News Desk

Director Mira Nair has confirmed the news that the 2001 Bollywood hit film MONSOON WEDDING will hit the Broadway stage in November of 2015.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:58PM
Thursday, November 13, 2014

Photo Flash: George Takei and More Attend Matt Zarley's 'hopefulROMANTIC' Screening by Movies News Desk

Matt Zarley hosted a screening on Sunday, November 9, for his original musical short film hopefulROMANTIC. The event was held at the American Film Institute in Los Angeles. Scroll down for p…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:27PM

Eddie Redmayne to Receive Desert Palm Achievement Award at 26th Annual Film Festival by Movies News Desk

The 26th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival PSIFF will present Eddie Redmayne with the Desert Palm Achievement Award, Actor at its annual Awards Gala.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:10AM

Benedict Cumberbatch to be Honored at 17th BRITISH INDEPENDENT FILM AWARDS by Movies News Desk

Benedict Cumberbatch will receive The Variety Award at the ceremony on Sunday 7th December at Old Billingsgate.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:56AM
Wednesday, November 12, 2014

VIDEO: FIRST LOOK: Quvenzhane Wallis Performs Sia's New Song 'Opportunity' from ANNIE by Movies News Desk

PEOPLE shares an exclusive first look at Quvenzhane Wallis performing Sia's new song 'Opportunity' from the highly anticipated big screen adaptation of ANNIE. Check it out below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:26AM

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