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Barry is an American filmmaker and television director. He originally worked as a cinematographer for the Coen brothers before directing films such as The Addams Family (1991) and its sequel Addams Family Values (1993) alongside the Men in Black trilogy (1997–2012), Wild Wild West (1999) and Get Shorty (1995).

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Amber Iman, Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Annie Golden & More to be Featured in Williamstown Theatre Festival Readings


Amber Iman, Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Annie Golden and more will be featured in Williamstown Theatre Festival's Fridays@3 reading series.

Summer Movies At Sarasota Opera House To Begin May 12, 2023


Sarasota Opera has announced the lineup for the 2023 Summer Classic Movies at the Opera House. The Classic Movies at the Opera House series featuring many beloved movies will open on Friday, May 12th at 7:30 pm with 2001: A Space Odyssey. Throughout the summer and into the fall, featured movies will include films ranging from the 1930's to the 1990's. Tickets will be $12 and will go on sale starting on Wednesday, May 3. Additional movie titles are detailed below.  

Video: Larry Owens Plays 'Sondheim Sing Off' with Graham Phillips & Krystina Alabado at Pasadena Playhouse


Graham Phillips and Krystina Alabado are currently starring in Pasadena Playhouse's production of Sunday in the Park with George and were recently joined in the rehearsal room by Larry Owens (A Strange Loop) to tease Larry Owens’ Sondheimia, which runs February 27 through March 6.

Santa Paula Theater Center Presents The Casting Seminar 'How To Start Your Acting Career In Los Angeles' January 14


The Santa Paula Theater Center presents “HOW TO START YOUR ACTING CAREER IN LOS ANGELES” on Saturday January 14th from 11 AM-1 PM on our backstage.

Listen: Disney Drops DISENCHANTED Soundtrack


Available now, the Disenchanted Original Soundtrack digital album features seven all-new original songs written by eight-time Oscar-winning composer Alan Menken and lyrics by three-time Oscar-winning lyricist Stephen Schwartz, whose work on “Enchanted” garnered three Academy Award® nominations and a score by Alan Menken.

Photos: Idina Menzel, Amy Adams & the DISENCHANTED Cast Hit the Red Carpet at Hollywood Premiere


Amy Adams, Patrick Dempsey, Maya Rudolph, Idina Menzel, James Marsden, Yvette Nicole Brown, James Monroe Iglehart, were in attendance at the premiere, as well as Alan Menken. Joining them were guests including, Darren Criss and more. The film’s single, “Love Power” by Idina Menzel is out now. Listen to the single and check out photos now!

Larry Owens' SONDHEIMIA, Bernadette Peters & More Announced for Pasadena Playhouse's Sondheim Celebration


Pasadena Playhouse Producing Artistic Director Danny Feldman announced the latest news for the theater’s upcoming six-month-long celebration of the works and impact of Stephen Sondheim January 26 through June 11, 2023. 

VIDEO: Amy Adams Sings in New DISENCHANTED Clip


Watch a new video clip of Amy Adams singing a new song in Disenchanted, premiering this week on Disney+! The movie features songs with music by 8-time Oscar-winning composer Alan Menken and lyrics by three-time Oscar-winning lyricist Stephen Schwartz, whose work on “Enchanted” garnered three Academy Award nominations, and a score by Alan Menken.

VIDEO: Watch Idina Menzel & James Marsden in New DISENCHANTED Clip


Idina Menzel and James Marsden return from the fairy tale world of Andalasia in a new video clip from Disenchanted, the new sequel to Disney’s box office hit “Enchanted.” The new clip also features Amy Adams, Patrick Dempsey, and Gabriella Baldacchino. The film also stars Maya Rudolph, Jayma Mays, Yvette Nicole Brown, and more.

VIDEO: Disney+ Debuts New DISENCHANTED Trailer


The film, which reunites original cast members Amy Adams, Patrick Dempsey, Idina Menzel, and James Marsden and also stars Maya Rudolph, Gabriella Baldacchino, Yvette Nicole Brown, and Jayma Mays, is directed by Adam Shankman and features new songs from Alan Menken and Stephen Schwartz. Watch the new video trailer now!

Photo: Disney+ Unveils New DISENCHANTED Poster With Amy Adams


An all-new live-action musical comedy, “Disenchanted” is a sequel to Disney’s box office hit “Enchanted” featuring the original cast from the heart-warming story of the lovable maiden from the fairy tale world of Andalasia who finally found her Prince Charming in the kingdom of New York City. Check out the new photo of the poster now!

Video: Amy Adams, Idina Menzel, and More Return In DISENCHANTED Teaser Trailer


The magical teaser trailer for the all-new live-action musical comedy “Disenchanted,” is here!

Los 5 imprescindibles de Ariana DeBose


Hacemos un repaso por la carrera de la ganadora del Óscar.

Kristin Chenoweth, Jane Krakowski & More Speakers for Free College Television Summit


Kristin Chenoweth, Jane Krakowski, Jay and Mark Duplass, plus Industry Leaders Julio Perez, Michele Lewis, Ruben Garcia and Kevin Lin will address college media arts students nationwide. The online Summit is open to all media students from two- and four-year colleges; and attendees will have the chance to participate in virtual networking sessions.

Barry Sonnenfeld Talks Comedy, the Coen Brothers and More on THE THEATRE PODCAST WITH ALAN SEALES


He began his career working as a cinematographer alongside the Coen Brothers, made a name for himself as a director, and now reflects on much of the journey which brought him to Schmigadoon, and a new memoir: Barry Sonnenfeld, Call Your Mother.

VIDEO: Will SCHMIGADOON Elect a New Mayor? Check Out This Clip From the Season Finale!


In “How We Change,” with the election looming, Mildred (Kristin Chenoweth) relentlessly ramps up her campaign. Josh (Keegan-Michael Key) and Melissa (Cecily Strong) face their true feelings for each other.

BWW Interview: Kristin Chenoweth Shares Details on Filming 'Tribulation,' the SCHMIGADOON! Showstopper


It took only three takes to perfect the five-minute, single-shot send-up of THE MUSIC MAN.

VIDEO: Kristin Chenoweth Channels Harold Hill in an Impressive New Musical Clip from SCHMIGADOON!


The first two episodes of “Schmigadoon!” premiered globally on Apple TV+ on Friday, July 16. The series continues with one new episode weekly, every Friday through August 13.

VIDEO: Jaime Camil Romances Cecily Strong in a New Sneak Peek at Friday's SCHMIGADOON!


In “Suddenly,” Melissa (Cecily Strong) grapples with her conflicted feelings for Doc Lopez (Jaime Camil), rebelling against his archaic ideas, while Josh (Keegan-Michael Key) tries to court Emma (Ariana DeBose) the schoolmarm.

LISTEN: Music from SCHMIGADOON! Episode 3, Out Today


Available everywhere now, Episode 3 soundtrack features original music and lyrics by the show’s co-creator and showrunner Cinco Paul in addition to score music by composer Christopher Willis.

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