Imelda Staunton News

I'm currently on my way to London and I can hardly contain my excitement! I begin my journey and my blog from the plane, which is actually quite a bad idea since I should be sleeping instead of typing, as to not be a jet lagged zombie when I land in the morning. I also probably shouldn't have had that glass of wine the flight steward offered, as it can dry the vocal chords...so I'm off to a good start!

The final trailer Disney's highly anticipated film, MALEFICENT, sure to stir up a sense of nostalgia, has been released. Check it out below!

The legendary Elaine Paige has given a brand-new exclusive interview to Attitude magazine, out today, in which she reflects on her career and suggests that she might be returning to theatre soon.

Whether you've been living under a rock for the past week or you're just in the mood for a recap, BroadwayWorld's 'This Week in Pictures' is here to satisfy your end-of-the-week fix! Take a look below to catch up on the latest happenings from the Great White Way to The West End (and everywhere in between) with coverage of press events, rehearsals, opening nights and more. Highlights this week include a look at the opening night curtain calls for LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL, THE CRIPPLE OF INISHMAAN, and OF MICE AND MEN - plus a peek into the festivities at this year's Olivier Awards and a look at the cast of WATER BY THE SPOONFUL in action!

Disney has shared a new featurette for MALEFICENT, detailing the character's long-lasting legacy. Starring Angelina Jolie as the title character, the film hits theaters on May 30, 2014. Watch below!

Laguna Playhouse will present the return of Rita Rudner who will be performing her award-winning solo comedy, AN EVENING WITH RITA RUDNER and her new dress, for two performances only, Saturday, May 31 and Sunday, June 1 at the Laguna Playhouse, 606 Laguna Canyon Road in Laguna Beach.

Hollywood's legendary El Capitan Theatre presents a special engagement of Disney's “Maleficent” in Dolby Atmos May 29 – July 17, 2014. Internationally acclaimed magician Greg Wilson will present an all-new magic show before every screening of the movie through July 6. Plus, El Capitan guests will have the chance to see an exclusive collection of props from the movie, including Aurora's bedroom, Maleficent's gown and horns and the model of Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland during the entire El Capitan engagement.

Old Vic Productions and Hampstead Theatre Productions present the critically acclaimed play Good People, which began a limited run of just ten weeks at the Noel Coward Theatre on 10th April, as previously announced. Look below to see images of this new production!

The West End production of the critically acclaimed Good People will play a limited run of ten weeks at the Noel Coward Theatre. Performances began April 10th and will continue until June 14th. Jonathan Kent's production of David Lindsay-Abaire's award-winning play received universal praise when it made its UK premiere at Hampstead Theatre on March 5th. Click below to watch a sneak peek of the production!

This weekend, Elle Fanning stopped by Disneyland for the Disney Social Media Moms Conference to share some footage from MALEFICENT. Since she plays the iconic character of Aurora, she took photos in front of Sleeping Beauty's castle. Check them out below!

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it? Today's big news: Ovation will air its special on Susan Boyle tonight!

Old Vic Productions and Hampstead Theatre Productions are delighted to announce the full cast for West End transfer of critically acclaimed Good People which will play a limited season of just ten weeks at the No?l Coward Theatre from 10th April, as previously announced.

Disney has shared a dark new TV spot for MALEFICENT. Starring Angelina Jolie as the title character, the film hits theaters on May 30, 2014. Watch below!

Walt Disney Pictures will air an all-new TV spot for MALEFICENT during the Kids' Choice Awards on Nickelodeon on Saturday, March 29. Get a first look below!

A new Japanese trailer for Disney's "Maleficent," takes a look at the back story of Angelina Jolie's title character and showcases the relationship between her and the young Aurora, played by Elle Fanning.

A new trailer for Disney's MALEFICENT, starring Angelina Jolie. The trailer features new clips and voiceovers from the highly anticipated film, opening in theaters on May 30, 2014.

Walt Disney Studios has released an all-new trailer for MALEFICENT, starring Angelina Jolie in the title role. The film will hit theaters on May 30, 2014.

It joins GYPSY, with Imelda Staunton, as one of the big musicals of the summer, and features Jamie Parker, Clare Foster, Sophie Thompson and Peter Polycarpou

Angelina Jolie, in her role of evil queen MALEFICENT, will grace the cover of the upcoming issue of Entertainment Weekly.

The live-action film MALEFICENT, starring Angelina Jolie in the title role, will hit theaters on May 30, 2014. Check out new shots from the movie below!