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Monday, January 27, 2014

Elizabeth Banks to Helm PITCH PERFECT 2 by Movies News Desk

'Elizabeth originated the idea for Pitch Perfect and was instrumental in making the first film such a huge success,' said Universal Pictures chairman Donna Langley in a statement. 'She bring…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:01PM

FROZEN Video of the Day: Mr. Freeze Performs 'Let It Go' by Movies News Desk

In this clip, Victor, heartbroken over the freezing of his wife, escapes Arkham Asylum and completes his freeze ray, blanketing Gotham City in ice. Watch as he performs 'Let It Go' from the …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:42PM

Glenn Weiss Wins DGA Award for 67th ANNUAL TONYS; Full List Announced! by Movies News Desk

The winners of the Directors Guild of America Outstanding Directorial Achievement Awards for 2013 were announced last night during the 66th Annual DGA Awards Dinner.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:20PM
Friday, January 24, 2014

Hugh Jackman to Star as 'Blackbeard' in Warner Bros Live-Action PAN by Movies News Desk

Academy Award nominee Hugh Jackman 'Les Miserables' has been set to star in Warner Bros. Pictures' upcoming live-action Peter Pan feature for director Joe Wright 'Atonement,' 'Pride amp Prej…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:19PM

THE WIZ, CABARET, SHOW BOAT and More Set for Moving Image's SEE IT BIG! Series, Now thru 2/28 by Movies News Desk

The Museum of the Moving Image's popular series See It Big will turn its focus to the movie musical with a fourteen-film celebration of the genre, from today, January 24 through February 28,…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:30AM
Wednesday, January 22, 2014

All-New Sing-Along Version of Disney's FROZEN to Hit Theaters, Jan 31 by Movies News Desk

Frozen audiences are invited to join the act-literally-as more than 1000 theaters nationwide introduce an all-new sing-along version of Disney's Oscar-nominated, Golden Globe-winning big-scr…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:44PM

Daniel Radcliffe Signs on for Doulgas McGrath's BROOKLYN BRIDGE by Movies News Desk

Daniel Radcliffe has signed on to star in Douglas McGrath's BROOKLYN BRIDGE. Filming will get underway in August.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:15AM
Monday, January 20, 2014

Oscar Win Could Make FROZEN's Bobby Lopez Newest 'EGOT'er! by Movies News Desk

Could Book of Mormon's Bobby Lopez be next in line to join the elite circle of entertainers

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:56PM

FROZEN Video of the Day: 'Let It Go' - The Alto Version! by Movies News Desk

Today we offer an alternative version of the Oscar-nominated hit song 'Let It Go,' for those of us who perhaps can't quite reach the soaring notes that Ms. Menzel can

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:35AM
Saturday, January 18, 2014

VIDEO: FROZEN Karaoke to 'Love Is an Open Door' Turns Into Marriage Proposal! by Movies News Desk

Below, check out an adorable video of a boyfriend suprising his girlfriend with a Christmas Eve proposal while they were singing karaoke to 'Love Is an Open Door' from Disney's FROZEN

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:17PM
Friday, January 17, 2014

Up Next: Idris Elba Wants to Star in West End Musical! by Movies News Desk

According to the New York Post, Idris Elba, who starred in Off-Broadway's Troilus amp Cressida in 2001, hopes to return to the stage following his hit film, 'Mandela Long Walk to Freedom.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:18PM

Hasty Pudding Theatricals Names Dame Helen Mirren as 2014 Woman of the Year by Movies News Desk

The Hasty Pudding Theatricals, the oldest theatrical organization in the United States, announces Academy Award-winning actress Dame Helen Mirren as the recipient of its 2014 Woman of the Ye…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:24AM

VIDEO: Meryl Streep Reveals She Was Shocked by Oscar Nom on ELLEN by Movies News Desk

Legendary actress Meryl Streep stopped by the daytime talk show ELLEN yesterday and told the host she was shocked by her record-breaking Oscar nomination for Best Actress for her role in Aug…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:06AM
Thursday, January 16, 2014

UPDATED: FROZEN Wins Best Animated Feature, Best Original Song at 19th Annual Critics' Choice Movie Awards by Movies News Desk

This year's Critics' Choice Movie Awards are currently underway on The CW, and Disney's FROZEN, starring Kristen Bell and Idina Menzel, nabbed the honors for Best Animated Feature and Best O…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:24PM

Idina Menzel Will Perform at OSCARS 'If They Ask Me!' by Movies News Desk

In an interview posted on today's EWonline, Broadway star Idina Menzel commented on this morning's announcement that Disney's latest animated hit film FROZEN received two Oscar nominations.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:05PM

Matthew McConaughey, Jared Leto React to OSCAR Noms by Movies News Desk

This morning, DALLAS BUYERS CLUB, starring Matthew McConaughey and Jared Leto, was nominated for 6 Academy Awards

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:44PM

Roberts, Dench React to OSCAR Nominations by Movies News Desk

Julia Roberts and Judi Dench react to news of Oscar nominations today.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:32PM
Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Broadway and Film Star Sheila Guyse Passes Away at 88 by Movies News Desk

The New York Times writes that stage and screen actress Sheila Guyse passed away on December 28, 2013 due to complications from Alzheimer's disease. She was 88.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:37PM

Julianne Moore Joins Greta Gerwig in MAGGIE'S PLAN by Movies News Desk

Deadline reports that Julianne Moore has signed on for Rebecca Miller's upcoming rom-com MAGGIE'S PLAN.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:48PM

VIDEO: New Trailer for ELAINE STRITCH: SHOOT ME Documentary! by Movies News Desk

The new documentary about stage and screen legend Elaine Stritch, ELAINE STRITCH SHOOT ME is set for a limited release on February 21, 2014. Check out a new trailer for the doc below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:17PM

Disney's FROZEN Sountrack Holds at No. 1 on Billboard 200 by Movies News Desk

FROZEN is the first theatrical film soundtrack to remain at No. 1 for multiple weeks since 2007's 'Dreamgirls.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:17AM

FROZEN Video of the Day: Tickle the Ivories with 'Let It Go' by Movies News Desk

Today, talented musician Ryan Jones tickles the ivories with a beautiful piano version of FROZEN's 'Let It Go'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:57AM
Tuesday, January 14, 2014

VIDEO: Amy Adams Wows Karaoke Crowd with WICKED's 'Defying Gravity' by Movies News Desk

Recent Golden Globe winner Amy Adams stopped by a gay karaoke bar in L.A. and 'enchanted' the crowd as she belted out 'Defying Gravity' from Broadway's 'Wicked.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:10AM
Monday, January 13, 2014

Disney's Bob Iger Confirms Talks for FROZEN Sequel, Broadway Show! by Movies News Desk

In an interview with Fortune magazine, Disney CEO Bob Iger gushed over the success of the company's newest animated hit FROZEN, currently heating up both domestic and global box offices.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:07PM
Friday, January 10, 2014

Disney's FROZEN Set for Blu-Ray, DVD and VOD Release, 3/18 by Movies News Desk

According to Cinelinx.com, Disney's super-successful animated film FROZEN will be released on Blu-ray, DVD, and On-Demand on March 18th, with a Digital HD release on February 25th, 2014.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:52PM

FROZEN Video of the Day - 'Let It Go' Goes Heavy Metal by Movies News Desk

Today we present a heavy metal cover of 'Let It Go'. The song was originally performed in the film by Broadway's Idina Menzel, but today it's been 'metalized' by artist Pelle K.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:22AM

Richard Sherman Appears at El Capitan Theatre's Sing-A-Long MARY POPPINS Screening Tonight by Movies News Desk

Richard M. Sherman, who with his brother Robert B. Sherman, wrote more motion-picture musical song scores than any other songwriting team in film history, including the music and lyrics of t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:30AM
Thursday, January 9, 2014

Glenn Close to Star as 'Anastasia' in DUCHESS Film by Movies News Desk

Deadline reports that Glenn Close will star as Anna Anderson, who claimed to be the Grand Russian Duchess Anastasia, in the upcoming film DUCHESS, directed by Arie Posin.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:16PM
Wednesday, January 8, 2014

John Goodman Joins Paramount's Remake of THE GAMBLER by Movies News Desk

The Wrap reports that John Goodman Inside Llewyn Davis has signed on for Paramount's upcoming remake of the classic 1974 film THE GAMBLER, directed by Rupert Wyatt.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:19PM

Richard Sherman to Appear at El Capitan Theatre's Sing-A-Long MARY POPPINS Screening, 1/10 by Movies News Desk

Richard M. Sherman, who with his brother Robert B. Sherman, wrote more motion-picture musical song scores than any other songwriting team in film history, including the music and lyrics of t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:21PM

FROZEN Video of the Day - 'Let It Go' Goes International by Movies News Desk

Today we present two international covers of the film's 'Let It Go.' The first, by Korea's Hyorin, followed by French singer Anais Delva.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:09AM

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