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TV: For the First Time in Forever - See the FROZEN Cast Sing Live Including Menzel, Bell, Gad & Fontana!
by Robert Diamond - Feb 10, 2014


FOR THE FIRST TIME IN FOREVER, the music of Disney's mega-hit film FROZEN was celebrated with live performances at Los Angeles' Vibrato Grill Jazz club last night, February 9th and the studio has now released a look at the very special evening.

VIDEO: Idina Menzel Performs 'Let It Go' as FROZEN Cast Reunites in L.A.
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 10, 2014


For the first time in forever, the music of 'Frozen' was celebrated with live performances at Los Angeles' Vibrato Grill Jazz club last night. Below, check out Idina Menzel's performance of the film's Oscar-nominated song, 'Let It Go!'

Martin Scorsese to Receive Cinematic Imagery Award from Art Directors Guild
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 6, 2013


Academy Award-winning filmmaker Martin Scorsese, whose films have consistently reflected the highest quality of production design, will receive the prestigious Cinematic Imagery Award from the Art Directors Guild

BWW Interviews: Jack McBrayer Returns to THE MIDDLE for Thanksgiving
by Sarah Bellet - Nov 20, 2013


The former 30 Rock star took a few minutes from his busy schedule to talk about his return as Dr. Goodwin on The Middle.

US Premiere of Japanese UNFORGIVEN to Open LA EigaFest 2013
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 13, 2013


Today, the Japan Film Society announced the line-up of the 3 rd Annual LA EigaFest to be held December 6-8, 2013 at the famed Egyptian Theater in Hollywood.

PGA to Honor Peter Jackson, Joe Lettri with 2014 Vanguard Award
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 11, 2013


The Producers Guild of America (PGA) announced today that acclaimed filmmaker Peter Jackson, visual effects artist Joe Letteri and Weta Digital will receive the Producers Guild's 2014 Vanguard Award.

Robert & Kristen Anderson-Lopez Talk Composing for Disney's FROZEN
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 6, 2013


In an interview posted on today's Variety.com, the couple spoke about penning music for the exciting animated project

Pacific Symphony Presents PIXAR IN CONCERT Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Aug 17, 2013


Revisit the lovable, charming characters, heart-warming (and tugging) stories and the exquisite music of some of the best-loved and most popular Pixar movies at 'Pixar in Concert,' presented by Hoag, as Pacific Symphony's Summer Festival 2013 continues.

John Lithgow, Frances McDormand & More to Lend Voices to THE GOOD DINOSAUR
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 9, 2013


The Walt Disney Studios unveiled new details about its upcoming animation slate this morning at the D23 Expo, showcasing new imagery, signature music and behind-the-scenes stories surrounding the roster of upcoming animated adventures. The presentation included information about the just-announced feature film “Zootopia”(working title) from Walt Disney Animation Studios, and the newest film in Disneytoon Studios' Disney Fairies franchise, plus never-before-shared voice cast announcements for upcoming Disney•Pixar titles that include Amy Poehler, Bill Hader, Neil Patrick Harris and Diane Keaton, among a host of others.

Walt Disney Studios to Take Fans Behind the Scenes at D23 Expo This August
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 29, 2013


Exclusively at Disney's D23 Expo August 9–11 at the Anaheim Convention Center, Disney fans are invited to explore the incredible roster of film, stage, and music projects on the horizon at The Walt Disney Studios, with a variety of panel discussions, sneak peeks, and exhibits.

Pacific Symphony to Present PIXAR IN CONCERT, 8/17
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 25, 2013


Revisit the lovable, charming characters, heart-warming (and tugging) stories and the exquisite music of some of the best-loved and most popular Pixar movies at "Pixar in Concert," presented by Hoag, as Pacific Symphony's Summer Festival 2013 continues.

DISNEY CEO Bog Iger to Open D23 Expo
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 16, 2013


D23 Expo 2013 will celebrate its grand opening with a welcome from Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger

Academy Names 2013�"2014 Board of Governors
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 15, 2013


Ten first-time governors have been elected to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Board of Governors. In addition, eight incumbents have been reelected and one previous governor is returning to the board.

Quvenzhane Wallis Among Presenters for 2013 STUDENT ACADEMY AWARDS
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 4, 2013


Actors Clark Gregg, Jason Schwartzman and Quvenzhané Wallis and director Kimberly Peirce have been tapped to present at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 40th Student Academy Awards

Disney Executive Denise Greenawalt Dies at 52
by Caryn Robbins - May 28, 2013


According to The Hollywood Reporter, longtime Disney PR executive Denise Greenawalt, passed away in her sleep on May 22, following a long illness. The company announced the news today. Greenawalt was 52 years old.

Winners of 2013 Student Academy Awards Announced
by Tyler Peterson - May 14, 2013


Thirteen students from nine U.S. colleges and universities as well as three students from foreign universities have been selected as winners in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' Student Academy Awards competition. They will be brought to Los Angeles for a week of industry activities that will culminate in the awards ceremony, hosted by 1978 Student Academy Award winner and comedian Bob Saget, on Saturday, June 8, at 7:30 p.m. at the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills.

Academy Announces 2013 Student Awards Finalists
by Caryn Robbins - May 1, 2013


Thirty-eight students from 17 U.S. colleges and universities as well as nine students from foreign universities have been selected as finalists in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' Student Academy Awards competition.

Louis C.K. Among Producers Guild of America's Honorees
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 12, 2013


Last night, the Producers Guild of America honored nine Innovators, Visionaries and Producers (V.I.P.) who have made significant contributions to the advancement of digital entertainment and storytelling in the past year.

Dane Cook to Voice Lead Character in DISNEY'S PLANES
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 28, 2013


Dane Cook has been tapped to voice the lead character Dusty, a plane with high hopes in DISNEY'S PLANES.

Dane Cook Joins the Cast of Disney's PLANES
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 28, 2013


Dane Cook has been tapped to voice the lead character Dusty, a plane with high hopes in "Disney's Planes." Inspired by the world of "Cars" and directed by Disneytoon Studios veteran and aviation enthusiast Klay Hall ("King of the Hill," "The Simpsons"), "Disney's Planes" is an action-packed 3D animated comedy adventure about Dusty's dream of competing as a high-flying air racer-and his decidedly unfortunate fear of heights. The film takes off in theaters in 3D on Aug. 9, 2013.

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