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Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Nora Ephron to Be Honored at WGA AWARDS by Movies News Desk

Writers Guild of America, East today announced a tribute to award-winning, screenwriter, director, playwright, author, and Guild, East member Nora Ephron.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:25PM

VIDEO: First Look - Official Trailer for Green Day's BROADWAY IDIOT Documentary by Movies News Desk

Below, check out the first official trailer to the Green Day musical documentary, BROADWAY IDIOT, which follows the musical AMERICAN IDIOT's journey to Broadway.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:02AM
Tuesday, February 12, 2013

Dan Stevens in Talks to Star in A WALK AMONG THE TOMBSTONES by Movies News Desk

The 'Heiress' star is currently in talks to join the cast of Scott Frank's upcoming film A WALK AMONG THE TOMBSTONES opposite Liam Neeson.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:02PM

Universal Studios Home Entertainment to Release LES MISERABLES on Blu-ray/DVD, 3/22 by Movies News Desk

The sweeping and spectacular musical extravaganza Les Miserables has been seen by more than 60 million people in 42 countries around the globe. Now the motion picture adaptation that grosse…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:17PM

First Look - Details & Trailer for LES MISERABLES Blu-Ray Release by Movies News Desk

Entertainment Weekly has a first look at the trailer for the upcoming Blu-ray release of the big screen adatpation of LES MISERABLES.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:46AM
Monday, February 11, 2013

Jennifer Aniston Joins Peter Bogdanovich's Broadway-Themed Film by Movies News Desk

Jennifer Aniston has officially signed on to Peter Godanovich's Broadway-themed movie SHE'S FUNNY THAT WAY, alongside Owen Wilson, The Hollywood Reporter has announced.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:22PM

ICM Signs LES MIS' Daniel Huttlestone by Movies News Desk

LES MISERABLES' own 'Gavroche,' Daniel Huttlestone, has officially been signed for representation by ICM, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:46PM

VIDEO: Korean Air Force Parody of LES MISERABLES by Movies News Desk

Below, check out a parody of the big screen adaptation of LES MISERABLES, produced by the Republic of Korea's Air Force. In the spoof, after a great snowstorm, Airman Jean Valjean SSgt Lee i…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:13AM

Photo Flash: Hathaway, Jackman & More Shine at LES MISERABLES Berlin Film Premiere by Movies News Desk

Anne Hathaway, Amanda Seyfried, Hugh Jackman, Eddie Redmayne, and director Tom Hooper attended the premiere for the hit film Les Miserables during the 2013 Berlinale International Film Festi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:58AM
Friday, February 8, 2013

Tony Kushner Defends Accuracy of LINCOLN Screenplay by Movies News Desk

Rep. Joe Courtney recently chided LINCOLN director Steven Spielberg on the historical accuracy of the Oscar-nominated film. The movie's screenwriter, Tony Kushner responded to the critique i…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:01PM

Barbra Streisand to Return to Director's Chair for First Time Since 1991 by Movies News Desk

For first time since 1991's 'The Mirror Has Two Faces', Barbra Streisand will make her return to the director's chair. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the legendary star of stage and sc…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:25AM

Jessica Chastain Set for Film Society of Lincoln Center Event Today by Movies News Desk

The Film Society of Lincoln Center has announced that Golden Globe winner and two-time Academy Award nominee actress Jessica Chastain will appear today, February 8th at 300pm at the Elinor B…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:30AM
Thursday, February 7, 2013

Christopher Fitzgerald Joins LARRY GAYE: RENEGADE MALE FLIGHT ATTENDANT Movie by Movies News Desk

Two-time Tony nominee Christopher Fitzgerald will be appearing opposite Mark Feuerstein 'Royal Pains', Stanley Tucci, Marcia Gay Harden and Taye Diggs in the new film, 'Larry Gaye Renegade M…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:42PM

Alec Baldwin Signs on for Woody Allen's BLUE JASMINE by Movies News Desk

Sony Pictures Classics announced today that they have acquired all North American rights to Woody Allen's next film, BLUE JASMINE from Gravier Productions.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:30PM

Photo Flash: Anne Hathaway Dazzles at LES MISERABLES Paris Premiere by Movies News Desk

The hit film 'Les Miserables' had its Paris premiere last night, Wednesday February 6th, as part of Avenue Du Cinema Festival at Cinema Gaumont Marignan. Below, check out the dazzling Anne H…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:12AM
Wednesday, February 6, 2013

Lyricist Martin Charnin Talks ANNIE Film Reboot by Movies News Desk

In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, ANNIE lyricist Martin Charnin discussed the various reincarnations of his 1970's hit Broadway musical. The self-proclaimed 'keeper' of the …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:37AM
Tuesday, February 5, 2013

Meryl Streep, Christopher Plummer & More Join Line Up of OSCAR Presenters by Movies News Desk

Last year's Academy Award winners Meryl Streep, Jean Dujardin, Octavia Spencer and Christopher Plummer will return to present on this year's telecast, show producers Craig Zadan and Neil Mer…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:03PM

Photo Flash: Hathaway, Chastain & More at 85th Academy Awards Nominees Luncheon by Movies News Desk

Nominees for the 85th Annual Academy Awards, including Jessica Chastain, Anne Hathaway and Hugh Jackman, gathered at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles Monday for the annual nominations lunch…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:10AM

Oscar-Winning Musical Drama CABARET Comes to Blu-ray/DVD Today by Movies News Desk

CABARET, Bob Fosse's ground-breaking Oscar-winning musical drama starring Liza Minnelli Arthur, The Sterile Cuckoo, Michael York the Austin Powers films, Joel Grey TV's 'Oz', Helmut Griem, a…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:30AM

Katharine McPhee's YOU MAY NOT KISS THE BRIDE Set for DVD Release Today by Movies News Desk

Freestyle Digital Media FDM has announced today, February 5, 2013 as the release date for YOU MAY NOT KISS THE BRIDE, which had a theatrical run with producers Hawaiian Film Partners and enj…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:30AM
Monday, February 4, 2013

Al Pacino to Receive 'Italia Legend Award' During Oscar Week by Movies News Desk

Academy Award-winning actor Al Pacino will be the recipient of the inaugural JACK VALENTI - L.A., ITALIA LEGEND AWARD, it was announced today by noted Italian filmmaker Lina Wertmuller, hono…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30PM

First Look - Liza Minnelli in New Documentary CABARET: The Musical that Changed Musicals by Movies News Desk

Liza Minnelli and the cast of CABARET are featured in the new doucmentary CABARET THE MUSICAL THAT CHANGED MUSICALS. The film is included as part of the 40th anniversary Blu-ray release avai…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:12PM

Jessica Chastain Set for Film Society of Lincoln Center Event, 2/8 by Movies News Desk

The Film Society of Lincoln Center has announced that Golden Globe winner and two-time Academy Award nominee actress Jessica Chastain will appear on Friday, February 8th at 300pm at the Elin…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:37AM
Saturday, February 2, 2013

Kelsey Grammer Hosts 65th DGA Awards Tonight by Movies News Desk

Directors Guild of America President Taylor Hackford and 65th Annual DGA Awards Dinner Chair Michael Stevens previously announced that directoractorproducer Kelsey Grammer will host the 65th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:30AM
Friday, February 1, 2013

Photo Flash: Liza Minnelli, Joel Grey & More Attend CABARET 40th Anniversary Screening by Movies News Desk

Liza Minnelli, Joel Grey, and other members of the Academy Award-winning cast of the 1972 film CABARET, were reunited at last night's 40th Anniversary screening of the movie musical. The eve…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:15PM
Thursday, January 31, 2013

Tony Winner Nina Arianda Joins Toni Collette in LUCKY THEM Comedy Film by Movies News Desk

According to Deadline.com, Broadway's Nina Arianda has joined Megan Griffiths' comedy Lucky Them, starring Toni Collette and produced by Joanne Woodward.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:20PM

Kenneth Branagh in Talks to Helm Disney's CINDERELLA Remake by Movies News Desk

Vulture reports that Disney has found the director to take on its impending CINDERELLA remake. Just a few weeks after original director Mark Romanek dropped out, the studio has reportedly ta…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:30PM

Frank Langella to Portray Reagan Advisor in Mike Newell's REYKJAVIK by Movies News Desk

Looks like three-time Tony Award winner Frank Langella is returning to politics Deadline.com reports that the 'FrostNixon' star will portray, Paul Nitze, United States Secretary of the Navy …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:32AM
Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Katharine McPhee's YOU MAY NOT KISS THE BRIDE Set for DVD Release, 2/5 by Movies News Desk

Freestyle Digital Media FDM has announced February 5, 2013 as the release date for YOU MAY NOT KISS THE BRIDE, which had a theatrical run with producers Hawaiian Film Partners and enjoyed gr…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:44PM

Will Gluck to Helm ANNIE Remake; Willow Smith No Longer Attached by Movies News Desk

Deadline reports that Sony Pictues has hired Will Gluck to take on directing duties for its upcoming reboot of the Broadway musical ANNIE. While Will and Jada Smith's daughter Willow was in …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:49PM
Tuesday, January 29, 2013

Tony Kushner Appears at New-York Historical Society Screening of LINCOLN Tonight by Movies News Desk

Celebrating the release of Steven Spielberg's Lincoln, the New-York Historical Society presents a screening of this monumental film followed by a conversation with screenwriter and playwrigh…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:30AM

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