Baz Luhrmann News

In October this year, the legendary musical 'LES MISERABLES' will celebrate its 25th birthday by making theatrical history with an international first - three different productions in London at the same time. The Original Production at the Queen's Theatre, the New 25th Anniversary Production at the Barbican, London and now, stars in their multitudes will gather for a celebratory concert at The O2 on Sunday 3rd October at 7.00pm, when all three productions and many of the shows original cast will come together to celebrate this momentous occasion.

The pop star and the classical tenor are to star in the lavish O2 production

Sonnet Repertory Theatre and Matchbook Productions will end its run of Richard II at The Tank on May 24, bringing an uncommon aspect to this classic: flight. Re-imagined as a tale told by Nineteenth Century artists railing against Imperialism, eight actors, four low-flying trapezes and live music combine to raise the language of Shakespeare to new heights.

Familiar music takes on new meanings when sung by the Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles, whether it's 'He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother' or Tchaikovsky's score for 'The Nutcracker.' Much the same thing happens in the films of Baz Luhrmann.

Anthony Mackie, who can currently be seen on Broadway in A BEHANDING IN SPOKANE, will join Hugh Jackman in the forthcoming film 'Real Steel.' The film is set for a release in November 2011.

Sonnet Repertory Theatre and Matchbook Productions proudly present Richard II at The Tank this May, bringing an uncommon aspect to this classic: flight. Re-imagined as a tale told by Nineteenth Century artists railing against Imperialism, eight actors, four low-flying trapezes and live music combine to raise the language of Shakespeare to new heights.

Sonnet Repertory Theatre and Matchbook Productions proudly present Richard II at The Tank this May, bringing an uncommon aspect to this classic: flight. Re-imagined as a tale told by Nineteenth Century artists railing against Imperialism, eight actors, four low-flying trapezes and live music combine to raise the language of Shakespeare to new heights.

Queens Theatre in the Park (QTP) presents 3 Mo' Divas, on Saturday, April 24, 2010 at 8pm at Queens College in Colden Auditorium, 65-30 Kissena Blvd., Flushing, NY. Tickets are $40 and $38 and are available through the Colden Auditorium Box Office at 718-793-8080. Time Warner Cable of New York and New Jersey is the series media sponsor.

Performance Space 122 is proud to announce the Spring 2010 schedule of events featuring six premiere presentations in theatre, dance, video, music, and more. Spring also features the annual Spring Gala honoring John Leguizamo. Additional special events include the annual Ethyl Eichelberger Award celebration & announcement as well as the Thursday Night Socials and Late Night series.

Familiar music takes on new meanings when sung by the Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles, whether it's 'He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother' or Tchaikovsky's score for 'The Nutcracker.' Much the same thing happens in the films of Baz Luhrmann. In 'Strictly Ballroom,' 'Romeo + Juliet' and, most memorably, 'Moulin Rouge,' Luhrmann used pop and classical music to chart emotions, creating fresh, vibrant musicals from everyday songs.

Queens Theatre in the Park (QTP) presents 3 Mo' Divas, on Saturday, April 24, 2010 at 8pm at Queens College in Colden Auditorium, 65-30 Kissena Blvd., Flushing, NY. Tickets are $40 and $38 and are available through the Colden Auditorium Box Office at 718-793-8080. Time Warner Cable of New York and New Jersey is the series media sponsor.

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, On Monday, April 12, The Actor's Fund will host their annul gala at the Marriott Marquis. The gala will honor three stars of stage, screen and business: three-time Academy Award nominee Annette Bening ('Being Julia,' 'American Beauty,' 'The Grifters'), four-time Tony Award-winning producer Kevin McCollum ('Rent,' 'Avenue Q,' 'In the Heights,' 'Private Lives'), and Chairman and CEO of Loews Hotels Jonathan Tisch.

The Actors Fund's annual gala on Monday, April 12, 2010 at the Marriott Marquis, 1535 Broadway, will honor three stars of stage, screen and business: three-time Academy Award nominee Annette Bening ('Being Julia,' 'American Beauty,' 'The Grifters'), four-time Tony Award-winning producer Kevin McCollum ('Rent,' 'Avenue Q,' 'In the Heights,' 'Private Lives'), and Chairman and CEO of Loews Hotels Jonathan Tisch.

Queens Theatre in the Park (QTP) presents 3 Mo' Divas, on Saturday, April 24, 2010 at 8pm at Queens College in Colden Auditorium, 65-30 Kissena Blvd., Flushing, NY. Tickets are $40 and $38 and are available through the Colden Auditorium Box Office at 718-793-8080. Time Warner Cable of New York and New Jersey is the series media sponsor.

The Actors Fund's annual gala on Monday, April 12, 2010 at the Marriott Marquis, 1535 Broadway, will honor three stars of stage, screen and business: three-time Academy Award nominee Annette Bening ('Being Julia,' 'American Beauty,' 'The Grifters'), four-time Tony Award-winning producer Kevin McCollum ('Rent,' 'Avenue Q,' 'In the Heights,' 'Private Lives'), and Chairman and CEO of Loews Hotels Jonathan Tisch.

Versatile superstar Hugh Jackman has commented on script of the upcoming film 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine'. Jackman says the screenplay is 'the best one we've had.'

Queens Theatre in the Park (QTP) presents 3 Mo' Divas, on Saturday, April 24, 2010 at 8pm at Queens College in Colden Auditorium, 65-30 Kissena Blvd., Flushing, NY. Tickets are $40 and $38 and are available through the Colden Auditorium Box Office at 718-793-8080. Time Warner Cable of New York and New Jersey is the series media sponsor.

New York's WaxFactory has announced that its 2010 lineup will include BLIND.NESS, QUARTET v4.0, and DELIRIUM 27. BLIND.NESS features an all-female cast and will begin the season in January, running the 6th through 12th. QUARTET v4.0 will follow, running February 24th through 28th. DELIRIUM 27 will run March 24th through 28th. Each of the performances will take place at Abrons Art Center.

Tony Award-Winner Hugh Jackman is set to star alongside David Oyelowo in Precious director Lee Daniels' upcoming film Semla according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Incoming Artistic Director Mark Clements announced Milwaukee Repertory Theater's 2010/11 season at a special Season Announcement Event held in The Rep's Quadracci Powerhouse. The season includes two American Premieres, a classic of American theater, a play featuring triple threat Australian star Caroline O'Connor and the first ever full-scale musical to be staged on The Rep's Quadracci Powerhouse stage.