Anna Kendrick News

'Pitch Perfect' star Anna Kendrick is set to be a guest judge on the FOX dance reality series SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE. The episode will air on Tuesday, July 30 (8:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed).

After deliberating, the judges – Nigel Lythgoe, Mary Murphy and guest judge Carly Rae Jepsen – sent Spears and “Bluprint” home at the end of the show.

Tonight, BroadwayWorld has just learned and is thrilled to confirm casting for the major roles in the forthcoming Disney feature film adaptation of Stephen Sondheim & James Lapine's adored and adorable fairy tale-themed musical INTO THE WOODS.

Deadline.com reports that Tony nominee Tammy Blanchard is in talks to join Rob Marshall's movie adaptation of Stephen Sondheim's musical INTO THE WOODS for Disney. She would play the role of 'Florinda', one of Cinderella's stepsisters, alongside Lucy Punch as the other sister, and Christine Baranski as the evil stepmother.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, WE tv has ordered a new scripted drama from Tony Goldwyn and Richard LaGravenese. Titled THE DIVIDE, the series has been given a 10-episode order from the cable network.

According to Deadline, 2013 Tony nominee Billy Magnussen is in talks to play Rapunzel's Prince in Rob Marshall's film adaptation of Stephen Sondheim's musical INTO THE WOODS. Magnussen would replace Jake Gyllenhaal, who recently dropped out to focus on his upcoming indie flick NIGHTCRAWLER.

The original soundtrack to Disney's latest movie musical, TEEN BEACH MOVIE, debuted at no. 2 on iTunes' best selling album chart this week, outselling Sara Bareille's just-released album THE BLESSED UNREST, which took the third spot. Jay Z's MAGNA CARTA... HOLY GRAIL once again was the best selling album of the week.

Academy Award and Tony Award nominated actress Anna Kendrick and Tony Award and Grammy Award nominated Jeremy Jordan ('Smash,' Joyful Noise) star in the film adaptation of Jason Robert Brown's acclaimed musical THE LAST FIVE YEARS, written and directed by Academy Award nominee Richard LaGravenese. Below, check out a final photo of the cast on set in New York City where they finished filming today, July 16!

The final tide of nominees has been announced for TEEN CHOICE 2013, airing LIVE Sunday, Aug. 11 (8:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed) on FOX.

Starlight Theatre's performance group, The Starlight STARS of Tomorrow, created a musical twist on a Pitch Perfect favorite. The group spent several afternoons filming their version of the song 'Cups', performed by Anna Kendrick in the film Pitch Perfect. This new version features lyrics about ever Kansas Citians beloved outdoor theatre, Starlight Theatre. Click below to watch the video!

Justin Timberlake took the second spot on this week's iTunes Album chart with preorders for THE 20/20 EXPERIENCE - 2 OF 2. The first edition, released earlier this year, was the tenth best selling album for the week. Jay Z's MAGNA CARTA...HOLY GRAIL once again claimed the top spot, with Robin Thicke's BLURRED LINES (Feat. T.J. and Pharell) holding strong on the single chart.

The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. The Summer Birthday Showtune Blowout, 'The Last Five Years,' 'A Chorus Liine,' 'Whistle Down The Wind,' the casts of 'The Color Purple' and 'Next To Normal,' three new shows announced by Broadway In Chicago, and more!

Below, get a sneak preview of upcoming character cameos, sketches and guest stars including David Cross, Rashida Jones, Anna Kendrick, Zoe Saldana, Adam Scott, Rainn Wilson plus many more!

The hotly anticipated stage-to-screen adaptation of the cult musical THE LAST FIVE YEARS is currently filming and stars Anna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan were spotted filming the pivotal wedding scene in NYC earlier today.

Wale's latest album THE GIFTED debuted at the top of iTunes' album chart this week, with J Cole's BORN SINNER in the second position, and Kanye West's YEEZUS dropping to no. 3. Robin Thicke's BLURRED LINES with T.J. and Pharell was once again the top selling single of the week, followed by Miley Cyrus' WE CAN'T STOP and Daft Punk's GET LUCKY.

The next wave of nominees has been announced for TEEN CHOICE 2013, airing live Sunday, Aug. 11 (8:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed) on FOX.

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It's time for the newest episode of BWW's exclusive TV series - CHEWING THE SCENERY WITH Randy Rainbow! In this week's episode, Randy talks Matt Morrison's engagement, Wendy Williams in CHICAGO, Anna Kendrick joining the INTO THE WOODS movie, and expresses his feelings -- in song! -- about Cameron Diaz being cast as 'Miss Hannigan' in the upcoming ANNIE film remake. Click below to watch episode 33!