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Tuesday, May 13, 2014

Songwriters Hall of Fame to Honor 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow' by Movies News Desk

'Somewhere Over the Rainbow,' the iconic song from 1939's The Wizard of Oz, will be honored by the Songwriters Hall of Fame, now celebrating its 45th anniversary.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:43AM
Monday, May 12, 2014

Lemon Andersen, Lin-Manuel Miranda Set for NYC Screening of THE WARRIORS, 5/18 by Movies News Desk

The 1979 cult classic The Warriors, with an introductory performance by acclaimed poet Lemon Andersen., is the next screening in the Sunday Movies at the Palace with Lin-Manuel Miranda serie…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:14PM
Friday, May 9, 2014

Hugh Jackman Reveals 2nd Skin Cancer; Urges Sunscreen Usage by Movies News Desk

Broadway headliner Hugh Jackman turned to Instagram yesterday to reveal that he has been treated for skin cancer for a second time.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:52AM

VIDEO: Cover Your Eyes! Watch FROZEN Become a Horror Film by Movies News Desk

What if Disney's FROZEN was a horror film Check out the eerie version below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:27AM
Thursday, May 8, 2014

Dan Stevens Joins John Travolta in CRIMINAL ACTIVITIES by Movies News Desk

Dan Stevens has signed on to star with John Travolta in Jackie Earle Haley's CRIMINAL ACTIVITIES.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:47PM

VIDEO: Watch New FROZEN Parody 'Do You Want to Go to Starbucks?' by Movies News Desk

Below, check an all-new mini-musical parody on the hit song from Disney's Frozen's 'Do You Wanna Build a Snowman' titled 'Do You Want to Go to Starbucks'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:13PM
Wednesday, May 7, 2014

Laura Linney to Join Ian McKellen in Sherlock Holmes Film A SLIGHT TRICK OF THE MIND by Movies News Desk

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Laura Linney has signed on to join Ian McKellen in Bill Condon's upcoming Sherlock Holmes film A SLIGHT TRICK OF THE MIND. 'MIND' is based on Mitch Culli…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:24PM

FROZEN Soundtrack Refuses to Budge from No. 1 Billboard Spot for 13th Week! by Movies News Desk

The chart-topping soundtrack to Disney's FROZEN refuses to budge from its No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200 for the 13 week

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:46PM
Tuesday, May 6, 2014

Clint Eastwood's JERSEY BOYS to Close L.A. Film Festival by Movies News Desk

Clint Eastwood's highly anticipated big screen adaptaion of Broadway's JERSEY BOYS has been selected to close the annual event.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:16PM

Director Alex Timbers Talks MOZART IN THE JUNGLE & More by Movies News Desk

Alex Timbers discussed his upcoming film 'Rosaline' and his new series for Amazon, 'Mozart in the Jungle'.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:09PM

Liza Minnelli Gives Surprise Performance at The Carlyle Last Night by Movies News Desk

Liza Minnelli gave a spontaneous performance at New York's Bemelmans Bar at The Carlyle last night.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:51AM
Monday, May 5, 2014

John Krasinski to Direct, Star in THE HOLLARS with Anna Kendrick and More by Movies News Desk

Deadline reports that John Krasinski The Office will be directing his second feature film - THE HOLLARS, in which he will also star. James C. Strouse wrote the script.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:09PM

Meet Bryan Cranston, Vanessa Williams and More Via Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights 2014 Spring Auction by Movies News Desk

Landing a role in an Oscar-nominated film is a difficult feat for any aspiring actor or actress, but some coaching and insider tips from top casting directors Ellen Chenoweth and Lora Kenned…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:26PM

Anna Kendrick, Sam Rockwell to Co-Star in MR. RIGHT by Movies News Desk

Sam Rockwell and Anna Kendrick have signed on to co-star in MR. RIGHT, from a script by Max Landis. Paco Cabezas will direct.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:14PM
Sunday, May 4, 2014

Christian Borle Joins Patrick Wilson 'In Conversation' at Montclair Film Festival Today by Movies News Desk

Tony award-winner Christian Borle will be Patrick Wilson's special guest at the Montclair Film Festival today, May 4 at 1200 noon.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM
Friday, May 2, 2014

Joaquin Phoenix Will Star in Upcoming Woody Allen Project by Movies News Desk

Woody Allen has tapped Joaquin Phoenix, star of the Oscar-winning movie Her, to lead his next feature. According to Deadline, filming will begin in July.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:12PM

VIDEO: X-MEN's Hugh Jackman, Michael Fassbender and James McAvoy Dance to 'Blurred Lines' on GRAHAM NORTON by Movies News Desk

In a recent visit to BBC One's THE GRAHAM NORTON SHOW, X-MEN DAYS OF FUTURE PAST stars Hugh Jackman, Michael Fassbender and James McAvoy danced to Robin Thicke's 'Blurred Lines'. Check out t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:00PM

GREEN ACRES to Hit the Big Screen, Broadway? by Movies News Desk

Deadline writes that the 1960s sitcom GREEN ACRES is being adapted into a feature film and is in development for Broadway.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:19PM
Thursday, May 1, 2014

VIDEO: Idina Menzel on Return to Broadway: 'Just Like Being Home' by Movies News Desk

Idina Menzel, who just received a Tony nomination as Best Lead Actress in a Musical for her performance in Broadway's IFTHEN, chatted with ET yesterday about returning to Broadway and the ma…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:41AM
Wednesday, April 30, 2014

MARY POPPINS Cameras, Three-Sheet SINGIN' IN THE RAIN Poster & More Set for Debbie Reynolds' Profiles in History Auction, 5/17-18 by Movies News Desk

Profiles in History, the world's largest auctioneer of Hollywood memorabilia, is proud to present the third and final auction of Debbie Reynolds' Hollywood collection. 'Debbie Reynolds-The A…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:10PM

Hugh Jackman Reveals Next WOLVERINE Outing Will Be His Last by Movies News Desk

While promoting the upcoming 'X-Men Days of Future Past,' Jackman told SFX he has not yet signed on for the next X-Men project and that even if he does, it will be his final outing as the ch…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:00PM

Idina Menzel Duets with 'Rent' Castmates, Katie Couric & More at Broader Way Fundraiser by Movies News Desk

Idina Menzel reunited with a host of her 'Rent' co-stars including Jesse L. Martin, Daphne Rubin- Vega and Anthony Rapp at a recent fundraiser for her A Broader Way Camp.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:41AM

Christopher Plummer to Star in New Thriller REMEMBER by Movies News Desk

Variety reports that theater veteran Christopher Plummer has joined the cast of Atom Egoyan's upcoming thriller REMEMBER.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:23AM

'Harry Met Sally' Stars Billy Cystal & Meg Ryan Reunite by Movies News Desk

'When Harry Met Sally' co-stars Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan reunited Monday night in honor of the film's director, Rob Reiner who was the recipient of the the Film Society of Lincoln Center's…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:56AM

Oscar Nominee Bob Hoskins Dies at Age 71 by Movies News Desk

Bob Hoskins, best known for his role in Who Framed Roger Rabbit has passed away at the age of 71.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:05AM
Monday, April 28, 2014

LES MISERABLES' Tom Hooper and Eddie Redmayne to Reunite for THE DANISH GIRL by Movies News Desk

The Hollywood Reporter just broke the news that Eddie Redmayne, known for his turn as 'Marius' in the 2012 Oscar-nominated film adaptation of LES MISERABLES, and Tom Hooper, who helmed LES M…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:28PM

Idina Menzel on Starring in FROZEN Musical on Broadway: 'Yes! Absolutely!' by Movies News Desk

Menzel was asked if she would consider starring in the upcoming Broadway adaptation of the hit film FROZEN, in which he lends her voice to Princess 'Elsa' and belts out the Oscar-winning son…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:57PM

VIDEO: Idina Menzel & Lopez Team Lead FROZEN Sing-Along at Broaderway Benefit by Movies News Desk

Idina Menzel and Oscar winning composers Bobby Lopez and Kristen Anderson Lopez hosted a special FROZEN Singalong Benefit in support of Menzel' A Broaderway Foundation.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:00AM

VIDEO: Josh Groban Considers Singing 'Let It Go' in Blonde Wig & Costume by Movies News Desk

Josh Groban considers making his own unique cover of Frozen's 'Let It Go.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:06AM
Friday, April 25, 2014

VIDEO: First Look at Daniel Radcliffe and Zoe Kazan in Rom-Com WHAT IF by Movies News Desk

Michael Dowse's WHAT IF, starring Broadway's CRIPPLE OF INISHMAAN star Daniel Radcliffe, as well as Zoe Kazan, will hit theaters on August 1, 2014. The movie just released its first clip, an…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:12PM

VIDEO: Watch FROZEN Characters Dance to Michael Jackson Classic 'Thriller' by Movies News Desk

Check out the beloved characters Elsa, Anna, Kristoff and Hans from the Oscar winning film dancing to the Michael Jackson classic 'Thriller'.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:58AM

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