Meryl Streep News

In an all-new video from The New York Times, director Rob Marshall discusses a sequence from his upcoming film adaptation of the Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine musical INTO THE WOODS.

The self-proclaimed theater geek shared her excitement over having Stephen Sondheim work specifically on the lyrics to a song that she would be performing in the film.

James Corden stopped by this morning's GOOD MORNING AMERICA to talk about his new film INTO THE WOODS, opening in theaters tomorrow.

Anna Kendrick stopped by the clubhouse to talk about her new film INTO THE WOODS and dish on all her A-list co-stars as well as on everything that went down on set during production.

The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. 'Into The Woods' finally opens tomorrow! Plus Porchlight's Sondheim season continues, TMTC's 'Allegro' at Ravinia, Laura Osnes is coming to town, 'Galavant' and the BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards arrive in early January, followed by 'Tommy' in Aurora, 'First Date' at the Royal George, 'The Full Monty' at Theater Wit and more!

Greetings once again from East Haddam, CT, home of the Goodspeed Opera House and the world premiere production of Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn. This is our last week up here, and therefore my last blog. Don't be too sad though. I will be recapping the new season of "The Bachelor" beginning in January for BroadwayWorld! Every. Single. Week. I'll let you decide if that's threat or not.

This holiday season is a great time to be a fan of musical theatre, even if you don't live in the New York tri-state area. Everyone knows that there is nothing like Christmastime in The Big Apple, and that there's nothing more magical to do in NYC than to see a Broadway show. However, this year, you don't have to brave Times Square to get your share of the magic, because with the release of musical movies, television events, and TV series, it's all coming to you. And as always, BroadwayWorld has everything you need to know about these special holiday treats in our brand-new Stage to Screen Guide.

In honor of INTO THE WOODS release in just two days (!!!) Masterworks Broadway Tweeted a Spotify playlist with songs recorded by the original Broadway cast of Stephen Sondheim's INTO THE WOODS, as well as covers of his tunes by Barbra Streisand, Mandy Patinkin and more.

Hollywood's legendary El Capitan Theatre presents a special engagement of Disney's 'Into The Woods,' from Dec. 25, 2014 - Jan. 11, 2015. In addition, El Capitan guests have the opportunity to be among the first to see the film at a special advance screening tonight, Dec. 24 at 7 p.m., complete with prizes and giveaways. Scroll down for stills from the film!

INTO THE WOODS, hitting theaters on December 25th, is a modern twist on the beloved Brothers Grimm fairy tales, intertwining the plots of a few choice stories and exploring the consequences of the characters' wishes and quests. In the just-released featurette below, the cast opens up about the genius music and lyrics of Stephen Sondheim!

This week, ELLEN welcomed Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt and Anna Kendrick who chatted about their experience making the iconic musical INTO THE WOODS into a movie.

James Corden, who will soon be seen in the role of 'The Baker' in the big screen adaptation of INTO THE WOODS, will take over as the new host of CBS's LATE LATE SHOW beginning in March.

Jimmy chats with Chris Pine about his new film INTO THE WOODS and what it's like singing after Meryl Streep.

Joan Vives, traductor, adaptador y director musical de las versiones catalana y castellana de 'Into The Woods', hace una critica de la banda sonora ya a la venta de la pelicula que se estrenara el proximo 25 de enero en España.

'Into the Woods' is a modern twist on the beloved Brothers Grimm fairy tales, intertwining the plots of a few choice stories and exploring the consequences of the characters' wishes and quests. This humorous and heartfelt musical follows the classic tales of Cinderella (Anna Kendrick), Little Red Riding Hood (Lilla Crawford), Jack and the Beanstalk (Daniel Huttlestone), and Rapunzel (MacKenzie Mauzy)-all tied together by an original story involving a baker and his wife (James Corden & Emily Blunt), their wish to begin a family and their interaction with the witch (Meryl Streep) who has put a curse on them.

'Into the Woods' is a modern twist on the beloved Brothers Grimm fairy tales, intertwining the plots of a few choice stories and exploring the consequences of the characters' wishes and quests. This humorous and heartfelt musical follows the classic tales of Cinderella (Anna Kendrick), Little Red Riding Hood (Lilla Crawford), Jack and the Beanstalk (Daniel Huttlestone), and Rapunzel (MacKenzie Mauzy)-all tied together by an original story involving a baker and his wife (James Corden & Emily Blunt), their wish to begin a family and their interaction with the witch (Meryl Streep) who has put a curse on them.

'Into the Woods' is a modern twist on the beloved Brothers Grimm fairy tales, intertwining the plots of a few choice stories and exploring the consequences of the characters' wishes and quests. This humorous and heartfelt musical follows the classic tales of Cinderella (Anna Kendrick), Little Red Riding Hood (Lilla Crawford), Jack and the Beanstalk (Daniel Huttlestone), and Rapunzel (MacKenzie Mauzy)-all tied together by an original story involving a baker and his wife (James Corden & Emily Blunt), their wish to begin a family and their interaction with the witch (Meryl Streep) who has put a curse on them.

Disney's highly anticipated big screen adaptation of INTO THE WOODS hits theaters on December 25th. Below, BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge brings you an exclusive interview with INTO THE WOODS director Rob Marshall, who opens up about translating the musical for the big screen, finding the perfect cast and so much more. Check out the full interview below!