Meryl Streep News

newportFILM and Child & Family have teamed-up to co-host an exciting event to benefit both organizations. Scheduled for tonight, June 27th at the Casino Theater, this joint benefit will include a cocktail party and screening of the groundbreaking film, Girl Rising. Directed by Academy Award nominee, Richard Robbins, Girl Rising tells the stories of 9 extraordinary girls from 9 countries. It is written by 9 celebrated writers and narrated by 9 renowned actresses, including Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway. The film showcases the strength of the human spirit and the power of education to change the world.

The Film Society of Lincoln Center announced today the Film Comment Double Feature lineup for July will focus on Jack Nicholson, as director and on director Hal Ashby in August.

Drury Lane Theatre, 100 Drury Lane, presents the Tony Award-winning 2008 Broadway revival version of the hit comedy BOEING-BOEING, opening Thursday, June 20 at 8 p.m. and running through August 4, 2013. Scroll down for photos from the cast and creative team on opening night!

TACT/The Actors Company Theatre has announced its 2013/2014 Season, which will include two treasures from iconic American playwrights. The critically-acclaimed and Drama Desk nominated Off-Broadway company 'dedicated to presenting neglected or rarely produced plays of literary merit,' will present the family drama Natural Affection by William Inge and the comedy Beyond Therapy by Christopher Durang, Off-Broadway at The Beckett Theatre (410 West 42nd Street - between 9th & 10th Avenues) on Theatre Row. Neither play has been seen in NYC since their original productions.

Miley Cyrus is coming to ABC's 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' for an exclusive late-night appearance TONIGHT, JUNE 25.

The Film Society of Lincoln Center has announced the July and August lineup for Family Films with screenings of several of the most beloved Hollywood musical's of 40s and 50s starring classic silver screen icons, led by Gene Kelly, Frank Sinatra and Judy Garland!

In a recent interview with Digitalspy.com, Steve Carell talked about the recently-released Anchorman 2 trailer and why he wants to keep plot details of the upcoming comedy a secret from fans. Check out the video below!

Below, check out highlights of last week's Jimmy Kimmel Live on ABC, including visits from Will Smith, One Direction and Adam Sandler!

Before stage and screen comedy legend Lily Tomlin takes the stage for 'An Evening of Classic Lily Tomlin' at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts on Saturday, June 22, the two-time Tony Award winner spoke candidly with BroadwayWorld's Michael Lawrence Quintos about her influences, her work in the theater, and why she would probably never do a Broadway musical anytime soon.

The Hollywood Reporter reveals that Anna Kendrick, who is currently filming THE LAST FIVE YEARS adaptation, is in talks to play 'Cinderella' in Rob Marshall's INTO THE WOODS. The actress played the same part in last year's all-star reading of the project.

Theater at Monmouth's summer Family Show opens tonight, June 22 at 7 p.m. with a world premiere production of Margery Williams' The Velveteen Rabbit. Adapted by Dawn McAndrews, Velveteen Rabbit tells the story of a toy Rabbit, given as a gift to a young Boy, who yearns for the day the Boy will choose her so that she can become real.

Showbiz411 reports that The Weinstein Company has delayed the release of the big screen adaptation of Tracy Letts' AUGUST OSAGE COUNTY. The film, originally set to hit theaters this October, will now be released on Christmas Day.

Pop group One Direction appeared on ABC's JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE through the magic of Skype this week and were challenged to a 'Skype Scavenger Hunt' by host Jimmy Kimmel. Check out the fun below!

Drury Lane Theatre, 100 Drury Lane, presents the Tony Award-winning 2008 Broadway revival version of the hit comedy BOEING-BOEING, opening Thursday, June 20 at 8 p.m. and running through August 4, 2013. Check out a first look below!

Miley Cyrus is coming to ABC's "Jimmy Kimmel Live" for an exclusive late-night appearance on TUESDAY, JUNE 25.

Below, check out the first official trailer for Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues. The film hits theaters this December!

Below, check out highlights of last week's Jimmy Kimmel Live on ABC, including visits from Jonah Hill, Lil Wayne and Amy Adams!