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Wednesday, September 17, 2014

Hugh Jackman, Robert Downey Jr. Set for STAR WARS VII Cameos? by Movies News Desk

A-list Hollywood stars Hugh Jackman, Samuel L Jackson Nick Frost and Robert Downey Jr are set for secret cameo appearances in the highly anticipated 7th installment of the STAR WARS saga.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:09PM

Audra McDonald to Star in Film Version of Sexual Tryst-Themed Musical HELLO AGAIN by Movies News Desk

The uber-talented star is set to appear in a film version of a musical titled HELLO AGAIN, which Friedman describes as a look into 'sexual trysts set over several generations.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:01PM

Disney Invites FROZEN Fans to 'Sing Their Hearts Out' to Star in National Holiday TV Spot! by Movies News Desk

Kohl's Department Stores NYSE KSS announces today a collaboration with Disney on a national call for a Sing Your Heart Out campaign.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:39AM
Tuesday, September 16, 2014

Photo Flash: Dominic West, Kristin Chenoweth, Sian James and More at PRIDE Screening in NYC by Movies News Desk

Last night, September 15, Philip J Smith, Mike Nichols, Stephen Sondheim and Scott Rudin hosted a special screening for the new film PRIDE. Scroll down for photos from the event, featuring s…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:02PM

Stage Musical Adaptation of New Comedy PRIDE in the Works from Tony Winner Matthew Warchus by Movies News Desk

A musical adaptation of the U.K. comedy film PRIDE is currently in the works from Matthew Warchus

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:50PM

Meryl Streep Featured in All-New INTO THE WOODS Poster Art! by Movies News Desk

Disney has just released all-new poster art for the highly anticipated big screen adaptation of INTO THE WOODS. The film hits theaters on December 25th. Check it out below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:19PM

Kingsley, Larson Join Daniel Radcliffe for BROOKLYN BRIDGE Drama by Movies News Desk

According to The Hollywood Reporter Sir Ben Kingsley and Brie Larson are joining Daniel Radcliffe in the upcoming drama BROOKLYN BRIDGE.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:24AM
Monday, September 15, 2014

Daniel Craig Set for Mysterious Cameo in STAR WARS EPISODE VII by Movies News Desk

Daniel Craig will apear in a 'mystery cameo role' in the highly anticipated STAR WARS EPISODE VII film. The site reports that the James Bond star 'begged' Star Wars director J.J. Abrams for …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:47AM

Barbra Streisand Takes IT'S ONLY A PLAY Zinger In Stride by Movies News Desk

Audience member Barbra Streisand proved to be a good sport when an on-stage zinger about her was spoken at Thursday night's performance of Terrence McNally's IT'S ONLY A PLAY.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:07AM
Friday, September 12, 2014

Brian d'Arcy James Joins Boston Priest Pedophile Drama SPOTLIGHT by Movies News Desk

Deadline writes that Brian d'Arcy James has joined the cast of Open Road's SPOTLIGHT, directed by Tom McCarthy. James will star alongside Mark Ruffalo, Michael Keaton, Aaron Eckhart, Liev Sc…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:01PM

Alec Baldwin and Danny Glover Headline Cast for Sci-Fi Adventure Film ANDRON by Movies News Desk

Alec Baldwin 'The Departed,' 'Mission Impossible 5,' 'Blue Jasmine' and Danny Glover 'Lethal Weapon' series, 'Saw' 'The Color Purple' headline the cast of 'Andron' - a sci-fi, action adventu…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:50PM

DeHaan, Mara Set for Original Movie Musical ZIGGY by Movies News Desk

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Dane DeHaan and Rooney Mara will star in an original movie musical ZIGGY, from writer-director Diesel Schwarze. Set in 1920's New York, DeHaan plays a hu…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:09PM

VIDEO: Watch the First Trailer for Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence's SERENA by Movies News Desk

After the success of both David O. Russell's Silver Linings Playbook and American Hustle, A-listers Bradley Cooper and Jennifer Lawrence are teaming up again, this time for director Susanne …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:41PM

Review Roundup: Jessica Chastain Stars in Heart-Wrenching Drama THE DISAPPEARANCE OF ELEANOR RIGBY by Movies News Desk

THE DISAPPEARANCE OF ELEANOR RIGBY, which opens today, September 12th, is not your average film- in fact, it's three. Writerdirector Ned Benson has created a new kind of trilogy, one that is…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:30AM

Anna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan Discuss THE LAST FIVE YEARS Roles & More by Movies News Desk

In an exclusive New York Times interview, Anna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan discuss their roles, and their songs, in the highly anticipated film.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:17AM

Tony Nominee & West End Star Donald Sinden Dies at Age 90 by Movies News Desk

British stage, film and TV actor Donald Sinden has passed away at the age of 90 after suffering from prostate cancer

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:18AM

VIDEO: PRIDE, Starring Bill Nighy, Imelda Staunton and More, Hits UK Theaters Today by Movies News Desk

PRIDE is about the extraordinary true story of two very different communities who unite to defend the same cause. Below, check out the trailer for the film, featuring theatre stars Bill Nigh…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:37AM

Sally Kirkland and Victoria Clark Star in Sharon Greytak's ARCHAEOLOGY OF A WOMAN, In Theaters Today by Movies News Desk

Coming to Village East Cinema today, Sept. 12, and running through Sept. 18, is award-winning and groundbreaking filmmaker Sharon Greytak's ARCHAEOLOGY OF A WOMAN, a gripping drama of a woma…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM
Thursday, September 11, 2014

Katie Holmes to Make Directorial Debut in Big Screen Adaptation of ALL WE HAD by Movies News Desk

Katie Holmes is set to make her directorial debut in a big screen adaptation of Annie Weatherwax's debut novel ALL WE HAD.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:27PM
Wednesday, September 10, 2014

UPDATE: Shia LaBeouf Pleads Guilty to Disorderly Conduct in CABARET Meltdown Case; Ordered to Alcohol Rehab by Movies News Desk

Shia LaBeouf has pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct at a June performance of Roundabout's Cabaret at New York's Studio 54.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:36AM
Tuesday, September 9, 2014

Photo Flash: Quvenzhane Wallis Beams in New ANNIE Movie Poster by Movies News Desk

Sony Pictures just revealed a new poster for its upcoming revamp of the musical ANNIE, which hits theaters on December 19 and stars Jamie Foxx, Quvenzhane Wallis, Rose Byrne, Bobby Cannavale…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:57PM

VIDEO: Kevin Kline Talks Israel Horovitz's MY OLD LADY on 'Today' by Movies News Desk

Two-time Tony Award winner Kevin Kline stopped by this morning's TODAY to talk about his new comedy 'My Old Lady,' in which he plays a down-on-his-luck New Yorker whose late father leaves hi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:51PM

Denzel Washington Starts Twitter Campaign to Be the Next James Bond! by Movies News Desk

We know Denzel Washington can take on any role that comes his way. And now, we just may get a chance to see him in the iconic role of British secret agent James Bond

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:20AM
Monday, September 8, 2014

VIDEO: First Look - Kristin Chenoweth, J-Lo Star in New Thriller THE BOY NEXT DOOR by Movies News Desk

Below, watch the official trailer for Universal Pictures' new psychological thriller THE BOY NEXT DOOR, starring Jennifer Lopez and Kristin Chenoweth.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:26PM

Updating Live! Review Roundup: Kendrick, Jordan Star in THE LAST 5 YEARS by Movies News Desk

One of the most anticipated films at the 2014 Toronto International Film Festival, was THE LAST FIVE YEARS, Richard LaGravenese's big screen adaptation of the 2002 Off-Broadway musical by To…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:38AM
Thursday, September 4, 2014

James Franco Shaves His Head for Upcoming Role in Dark Drama ZEROVILLE by Movies News Desk

Actor and director James Franco, who recently made his Broadway debut in the iconic play 'Of Mice and Men,' took to Instagram to share his freshly shorn head. The new look is for his role in…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:47PM
Wednesday, September 3, 2014

Terrence McNally's CORPUS CHRISTI Featured in New Documentary Coming to DVD by Movies News Desk

Breaking Glass Pictures will release the documentary on DVD and VOD iTunes, Comcast, Vubiquity on October 14, 2014.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:45PM

New Film About Broadway Vet Phyllis Diller in the Works by Movies News Desk

A new film about comedian and Broadway veteran Phyllis Diller is in the works from producers Shaun Redick and Ray Mansfield.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:33AM

Shirley Bassey to Mare Rare Appearance at amFAR's Inspiration Gala by Movies News Desk

In a rare appearance, legendary singer Shirley Bassey will perform at amFAR's Inspiration Gala on Oct. 29 in Los Angeles

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:03AM
Tuesday, September 2, 2014

THE LITTLE TIN MAN, Featuring Broadway's Jeff Hiller, Greg Hildreth and Chris Henry Coffey, Debuts This Month by Movies News Desk

The indie darling, The Little Tin Man, premieres exclusively on Vutopia for the month of September in partnership with Gravitas Ventures. The film will play on the Time Warner Cable and Brig…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:39PM

New Biopic in the Works on 'Real-Life' ROCKY, Rocky Marciano by Movies News Desk

A new film about undefeated Heavyweight champion Rocky Marciano, said to be the real-life inspiration for Sylvester Stallone's 'Rocky Balboa', is in the works

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:01PM

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