Oscar Nominee Anne Hathaway to be Part of Academy Awards Opening
by Robert Diamond
- Feb 19, 2009
IMDB.com and other sources are reporting that Academy Award nominee Anne Hathway is now set to be part of the opening number for this Sunday's Oscars with a 'song and dance routine' that she's been spotted rehearsing along with Hugh Jackman in preparation for Sunday's awards.
Walters Reveals Oscar Host Jackman is 'Nervous' About Big Night
by Eddie Varley
- Feb 18, 2009
ABC's Barbara Walters, who interviewed Hugh Jackman for her annual Oscar-night special, says the actor's role as host of Sunday's Oscar broadcast has given him a trace of pre-show jitters. Walters revealed, 'He's nervous about it. He's never done it before!' She added, 'I said, 'What would REALLY make you nervous?' And he said, 'Looking in the front row and seeing Jack Nicholson.'
Jackman Promises A 'Good Time' At Oscar Telecast
by Eddie Varley
- Feb 14, 2009
Hugh Jackman tell the Associated Press he knows the Oscars ceremony isn't about him, but he's looking forward to enjoying it all the same. The screen and stage superstar chatted with the AP in a phone interview yesterday, Friday, February 13th, less than two weeks before the Feb. 22 ceremony which will be airing on ABC.
J. Mark McVey & Jenny Powers Guest at Barbour's LOVE SONGS 2/7
by Eddie Varley
- Feb 7, 2009
The new concert series, entitled 'Love Songs' will premiere on Saturday, January 31st and continue through Saturday, February 28th at Broadway's premiere destination, Sardi's (234 West 44th Street between Broadway & Eighth Avenue).
Ashford Joins Jackman and Luhrmann for OSCARS Staging
by Eddie Varley
- Feb 2, 2009
The New York Times has reported that Tony winner Rob Ashford will lend his talents to director Baz Luhrmann's staging for Hugh Jackman's opening number for the 81st Annual Academy Awards. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on December 12th, 2008, that Hugh Jackman will host this year's Oscar telecast. Previous hosts have usually been TV or film comedians including Bob Hope, Johnny Carson, David Letterman, Billy Crystal, Whoopi Goldberg, Steve Martin, John Stewart, Chris Rock, Ellen DeGeneres and others
Robert Morton To Produce OSCAR'S RED CARPET 2009 Show 2/22
by Gabrielle Sierra
- Jan 28, 2009
Robert Morton will executive produce the 30-minute 'Oscar's Red Carpet 2009' show for the 81st Academy Awards?, producer Laurence Mark and executive producer Bill Condon announced today. The show will air on the ABC Television Network at 5 p.m. PT, immediately preceding the Oscar? telecast. This will be Morton's first stint as executive producer for the Oscar pre-show.
Jackman Gives EW A Hint About His Oscar Hosting Plan: 'Nudity'
by Eddie Varley
- Jan 28, 2009
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on December 12th, 2008, that Hugh Jackman will host the 81st annual Academy Awards. The film and stage superstar spoke to Entertainment Weekly about hosting the legendary telecast, including his sure-fire secret to television success, 'nudity'.
LaBute Signs Deal with Screen Gems, 'DEATH AT A FUNERAL' Remake First Project
by Eddie Varley
- Jan 27, 2009
Variety is reporting that Neil LaBute has signed a two-picture deal with Screen Gems. The first project will be to reunite with his 'Nurse Betty' star Chris Rock for a remake of 2007 British comedy 'Death at a Funeral.' LaBute, who most recently directed the Samuel L. Jackson film 'Lakeview Terrace' and will also head up the romantic comedy 'Here Comes the Sun' for Screen Gems.
North Carolina Comedy Arts Festival Welcomes SNL Writer Bryan Tucker
by Robert Diamond
- Jan 27, 2009
The North Carolina Comedy Arts Festival announces that Saturday Night Live writer Bryan Tucker has been added to the line-up of the 9th Annual Festival. Tucker is performing Saturday, February 21, at 9:00 p.m. at the ArtsCenter Mainstage. Tickets cost $14 for general admission, $12 for Friends of The Arts Center, and $10 for students. The ArtsCenter is located at 300-G East Main St. in Carrboro.
J. Mark McVey Joins Jemmy Powers As Guest At Sardi's Concert
by Reynard Loki
- Jan 26, 2009
Due to the overwhelming audience and critical response Sardi's management has scheduled additional Saturday evening concerts with Broadway star and vocal power house, James Barbour.
The new concert series, entitled 'Love Songs' will premiere on Saturday, January 31st and continue through Saturday, February 28th at Broadway's premiere destination, Sardi's (234 West 44th Street ? between Broadway & Eighth Avenue).
Musical Direction is by Jeremy Roberts.
Broadway's J. Mark McVey will join Jemmy Powers as a Special Guest Artist on Saturday, February 7.
Lineup Of Films Announced For 25th Sundance Film Festival
by BWW News Desk
- Jan 15, 2009
Sundance Institute announced today the lineup of films selected to screen in the U.S. and World Cinema Dramatic and Documentary Competitions for the 25th Sundance Film Festival. In addition to the four Competition categories, the Festival presents films in five out-of-competition sections to be announced tomorrow. The 2009 Sundance Film Festival runs January 15-25 in Park City, Salt Lake City, Ogden, and Sundance, Utah.
Jonas Brothers, Scorsese Set As Presenters For Golden Globes
by BWW News Desk
- Jan 11, 2009
The Jonas Brothers, Hayden Panettiere and Martin Scorsese have been set as presenters at 'The 66th Annual Golden Globe Awards' to be telecast live on NBC Sunday, January 11 (8 - 11 p.m. EST) at The Beverly Hilton.
Jonas Brothers, Scorsese Set As Presenters For Golden Globes
by Reynard Loki
- Jan 6, 2009
The Jonas Brothers, Hayden Panettiere and Martin Scorsese have been set as presenters at 'The 66th Annual Golden Globe Awards' to be telecast live on NBC Sunday, January 11 (8 - 11 p.m. EST) at The Beverly Hilton.
DANCING with the STARS Dreams of 'Jackman'
by Eddie Varley
- Jan 5, 2009
Dancing with the Stars host Samantha Harris told People when that her ideal Dancing with the Stars contestant would be the one and only Hugh Jackman. 'He's a song and dance man. He's a Broadway guy. He's got charisma and you know he can move' she told the entertainment magazine.
Hugh Jackman Won't Sing For Soderbergh's 'CLEO'
by Eddie Varley
- Jan 2, 2009
Variety is reporting that Hugh Jackman has removed himself from discussions to star with Catherine Zeta-Jones in 'CLEO,' a 3-D live action musical which Steven Soderbergh will direct as his next project. There had been buzz for the last number of weeks regarding Jackman joining the film.
Online Rave for Will Ferrell's Upcoming Broadway Show
by Robert Diamond
- Dec 16, 2008
Variety is reporting that HBO has signed on as a producer of Will Ferrell's upcoming Broadway show, 'You're Welcome America. A Final Night with George W. Bush'. The cable network is also set to air a live telecast of the show from Broadway, at a date to be named later. (It's assumed that it'll be from towards the end of the show's run).
Hugh Jackman Will Host 81st Academy Awards
by Robert Diamond
- Dec 12, 2008
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has confirmed that Hugh Jackman will host the 81st annual Academy Awards.The Academy said Friday that the 40-year-old Australian actor, recently named People magazine's 'Sexiest Man Alive,' will host the Oscars.
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