They've thrilled us, horrified us, and devastated us. They've raised questions about our past and given us hope for a brighter future. They are five of Hollywood's biggest hits, all works of fiction, but all inspired by real events more dramatic than anything a screenwriter could dream up. Join us as we go behind the scenes of "Live Free or Die Hard," "Scream," "Platoon," "The Da Vinci Code," and "Star Trek," and uncover the actual characters and true stories that inspired some of Hollywood's most famous blockbusters.
Cover Art and Details Revealed for Arthur Laurents' THE REST OF THE STORY
by Nicole Rosky - October 04, 2011
Theatre legend Arthur Laurents, who passed away earlier this year, has a final book that will soon be released by Applause Theatre & Cinema Books. The book, which is now available for pre-order on Amazon.com, will be officially released on April 24, 2012....
by Nicole Rosky - October 04, 2011
Theatre legend Arthur Laurents, who passed away earlier this year, has a final book that will soon be released by Applause Theatre & Cinema Books. The book, which is now available for pre-order on Amazon.com, will be officially released on April 24, 2012....
PBS to Debut First Episode of Ken Burns's Prohibition On Apps For iPad, iPhone
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2011
PBS announced today that the first episode of PROHIBITION, the much-anticipated film by Ken Burns and Lynn Novick, will premiere on the free PBS for iPad and PBS Apps for the iPhone and iPod touch beginning Friday, September 23....
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2011
PBS announced today that the first episode of PROHIBITION, the much-anticipated film by Ken Burns and Lynn Novick, will premiere on the free PBS for iPad and PBS Apps for the iPhone and iPod touch beginning Friday, September 23....
PBS to Debut First Episode of Ken Burns's Prohibition On Apps For iPad, iPhone
by Gabrielle Sierra - September 21, 2011
PBS announced today that the first episode of PROHIBITION, the much-anticipated film by Ken Burns and Lynn Novick, will premiere on the free PBS for iPad and PBS Apps for the iPhone and iPod touch beginning Friday, September 23....
by Gabrielle Sierra - September 21, 2011
PBS announced today that the first episode of PROHIBITION, the much-anticipated film by Ken Burns and Lynn Novick, will premiere on the free PBS for iPad and PBS Apps for the iPhone and iPod touch beginning Friday, September 23....
STAGE TUBE: Michael Crawford Talks THE WIZARD OF OZ
by Lauren Wolman - August 21, 2011
Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE WIZARD OF OZ, with new songs written by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, is now playing at The London Palladium. Joining Danielle Hope (BBC TV's Over the Rainbow winner) in the cast are Michael Crawford (Professor Marvel/The Wizard of Oz), Edward Baker-Duly (Hickory/Tin Ma...
by Lauren Wolman - August 21, 2011
Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE WIZARD OF OZ, with new songs written by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, is now playing at The London Palladium. Joining Danielle Hope (BBC TV's Over the Rainbow winner) in the cast are Michael Crawford (Professor Marvel/The Wizard of Oz), Edward Baker-Duly (Hickory/Tin Ma...
Photo Flash: LOMBARDI Cast Visits Lambeau Field
by Nicole Rosky - August 09, 2011
Lombardi: A Reading by the Broadway Cast was held in the Lambeau Field Atrium in Green Bay, Wisconsin on July 26 and 27 at 7:30 p.m. and will be priced at $45.00. The cast then move to the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center for readings on July 28 at 7:30 p.m. and July 29-30 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m...
by Nicole Rosky - August 09, 2011
Lombardi: A Reading by the Broadway Cast was held in the Lambeau Field Atrium in Green Bay, Wisconsin on July 26 and 27 at 7:30 p.m. and will be priced at $45.00. The cast then move to the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center for readings on July 28 at 7:30 p.m. and July 29-30 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m...
Review - Cirque du Soleil's Zarkana
by Ben Peltz - July 03, 2011
See enough Cirque du Soleil productions and the formula becomes clear very quickly. It's a given that you'll be treated to a collection of world-class jugglers, balancers, acrobats and daredevils displaying skills that would make all but the most jaded widen their eyes and let out the occasional g...
by Ben Peltz - July 03, 2011
See enough Cirque du Soleil productions and the formula becomes clear very quickly. It's a given that you'll be treated to a collection of world-class jugglers, balancers, acrobats and daredevils displaying skills that would make all but the most jaded widen their eyes and let out the occasional g...
Sheet Music Available for Andrew Lloyd Webber's WIZARD OF OZ
by Nicole Rosky - June 09, 2011
Audiences are following the yellow brick road over the rainbow to see Danielle Hope, winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, play Dorothy at The London Palladium, the capital's home of the family musical. Andrew Lloyd Webber's new The Wizard of Oz is one of the biggest theatre events of the year, combi...
by Nicole Rosky - June 09, 2011
Audiences are following the yellow brick road over the rainbow to see Danielle Hope, winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, play Dorothy at The London Palladium, the capital's home of the family musical. Andrew Lloyd Webber's new The Wizard of Oz is one of the biggest theatre events of the year, combi...
BWW Reviews: RECIPE FOR A PERFECT WIFE, The Charing Cross Theatre, June 8 2011
by Gary Naylor - June 09, 2011
Gary Naylor enjoys a stew with just enough spice to bite....
by Gary Naylor - June 09, 2011
Gary Naylor enjoys a stew with just enough spice to bite....
STAGE TUBE: WIZARD OF OZ Cast Signs Albums at Dress Circle
by Nicole Rosky - June 02, 2011
Audiences are following the yellow brick road over the rainbow to see Danielle Hope, winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, play Dorothy at The London Palladium, the capital's home of the family musical. Dress Circle welcomed cast members from the production at the Covent Garden Store on Thursday 2nd ...
by Nicole Rosky - June 02, 2011
Audiences are following the yellow brick road over the rainbow to see Danielle Hope, winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, play Dorothy at The London Palladium, the capital's home of the family musical. Dress Circle welcomed cast members from the production at the Covent Garden Store on Thursday 2nd ...
Cast of WIZARD OF OZ Set for CD Signing at Dress Circle Today
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2011
Audiences are following the yellow brick road over the rainbow to see Danielle Hope, winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, play Dorothy at The London Palladium, the capital's home of the family musical. Dress Circle will welcome cast members from the production at the Covent Garden Store on Thursday ...
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2011
Audiences are following the yellow brick road over the rainbow to see Danielle Hope, winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, play Dorothy at The London Palladium, the capital's home of the family musical. Dress Circle will welcome cast members from the production at the Covent Garden Store on Thursday ...
Cast of WIZARD OF OZ Set for CD Signing at Dress Circle, June 2
by Nicole Rosky - May 31, 2011
Audiences are following the yellow brick road over the rainbow to see Danielle Hope, winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, play Dorothy at The London Palladium, the capital's home of the family musical. Dress Circle will welcome cast members from the production at the Covent Garden Store on Thursday ...
by Nicole Rosky - May 31, 2011
Audiences are following the yellow brick road over the rainbow to see Danielle Hope, winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, play Dorothy at The London Palladium, the capital's home of the family musical. Dress Circle will welcome cast members from the production at the Covent Garden Store on Thursday ...
Wizard of Oz Album Signing Held at Dress Circle June 2
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 27, 2011
Wizard Of Oz cast members are set to appear at London's Dress Circle for an exclusive album signing event. The signing will be held between 1:30pm and 2:15pm on Thursday June 2nd. ...
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 27, 2011
Wizard Of Oz cast members are set to appear at London's Dress Circle for an exclusive album signing event. The signing will be held between 1:30pm and 2:15pm on Thursday June 2nd. ...
Floyd Collins’ Book Acquired by Producer Peter R.J. Deyell
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 26, 2011
Producer Peter R.J. Deyell (Road to Nowhere) has acquired the film rights to TRAPPED! THE STORY OF FLOYD COLLINS for an undisclosed sum....
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 26, 2011
Producer Peter R.J. Deyell (Road to Nowhere) has acquired the film rights to TRAPPED! THE STORY OF FLOYD COLLINS for an undisclosed sum....
WIZARD OF OZ Cast Album Gets May 9 Release
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2011
Audiences are following the yellow brick road over the rainbow to see Danielle Hope, winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, play Dorothy at The London Palladium, the capital's home of the family musical. As recently announced, the cast album for the production will be released on May 9. Additionally, ...
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2011
Audiences are following the yellow brick road over the rainbow to see Danielle Hope, winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, play Dorothy at The London Palladium, the capital's home of the family musical. As recently announced, the cast album for the production will be released on May 9. Additionally, ...
Photo Flash: WIZARD OF OZ's Sophie Evans at Media Night
by Nicole Rosky - May 04, 2011
Audiences are following the yellow brick road over the rainbow to see Danielle Hope, winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, play Dorothy at The London Palladium, the capital's home of the family musical. Andrew Lloyd Webber's new The Wizard of Oz is one of the biggest theatre events of the year, combi...
by Nicole Rosky - May 04, 2011
Audiences are following the yellow brick road over the rainbow to see Danielle Hope, winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, play Dorothy at The London Palladium, the capital's home of the family musical. Andrew Lloyd Webber's new The Wizard of Oz is one of the biggest theatre events of the year, combi...
WIZARD OF OZ Cast Album Gets May 9 Release
by Nicole Rosky - May 03, 2011
Audiences are following the yellow brick road over the rainbow to see Danielle Hope, winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, play Dorothy at The London Palladium, the capital's home of the family musical. As recently announced, the cast album for the production will be released on May 9. Additionally, ...
by Nicole Rosky - May 03, 2011
Audiences are following the yellow brick road over the rainbow to see Danielle Hope, winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, play Dorothy at The London Palladium, the capital's home of the family musical. As recently announced, the cast album for the production will be released on May 9. Additionally, ...
Human Race Theatre Company Presents PERMANENT COLLECTION, Closes 5/1
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2011
The Human Race Theatre Company will present Permanent Collection, a searing drama of conflict at an art museum at The Loft Theatre, 128 N. Main St., Dayton, April 14 through May 1, 2011....
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2011
The Human Race Theatre Company will present Permanent Collection, a searing drama of conflict at an art museum at The Loft Theatre, 128 N. Main St., Dayton, April 14 through May 1, 2011....
WIZARD OF OZ Performance to Benefit Comic Relief, April 21
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2011
THE WIZARD OF OZ is set to host a special Comic Relief gala performance to benefit Comic Relief, starring Michael Crawford as The Wizard and Danielle Hope (winner of the BBC's smash hit Over the Rainbow) as Dorothy, and ‘Dangerous Dave' - BBC's Over the Rainbow's winning Toto. THe event will take ...
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2011
THE WIZARD OF OZ is set to host a special Comic Relief gala performance to benefit Comic Relief, starring Michael Crawford as The Wizard and Danielle Hope (winner of the BBC's smash hit Over the Rainbow) as Dorothy, and ‘Dangerous Dave' - BBC's Over the Rainbow's winning Toto. THe event will take ...
John Partridge to Host WIZARD OF OZ Comic Relief Benefit, April 21
by Nicole Rosky - April 20, 2011
THE WIZARD OF OZ is set to host a special Comic Relief gala performance, starring Michael Crawford as The Wizard and Danielle Hope (winner of the BBC's smash hit Over the Rainbow) as Dorothy, and ‘Dangerous Dave' - BBC's Over the Rainbow's winning Toto. The event will take place at 7:30pm on Thurs...
by Nicole Rosky - April 20, 2011
THE WIZARD OF OZ is set to host a special Comic Relief gala performance, starring Michael Crawford as The Wizard and Danielle Hope (winner of the BBC's smash hit Over the Rainbow) as Dorothy, and ‘Dangerous Dave' - BBC's Over the Rainbow's winning Toto. The event will take place at 7:30pm on Thurs...
TV: THE WIZARD OF OZ Special - 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow!'
by Robert Diamond - April 18, 2011
Audiences are following the yellow brick road over the rainbow to see Danielle Hope, winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, play Dorothy at The London Palladium, the capital's home of the family musical. We are very excited to present special footage from 'The Wizard of Oz' here on BroadwayWorld.com w...
by Robert Diamond - April 18, 2011
Audiences are following the yellow brick road over the rainbow to see Danielle Hope, winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, play Dorothy at The London Palladium, the capital's home of the family musical. We are very excited to present special footage from 'The Wizard of Oz' here on BroadwayWorld.com w...
Human Race Theatre Company Presents PERMANENT COLLECTION, 4/14-5/1
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2011
The Human Race Theatre Company will present Permanent Collection, a searing drama of conflict at an art museum at The Loft Theatre, 128 N. Main St., Dayton, April 14 through May 1, 2011....
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2011
The Human Race Theatre Company will present Permanent Collection, a searing drama of conflict at an art museum at The Loft Theatre, 128 N. Main St., Dayton, April 14 through May 1, 2011....
TV: THE WIZARD OF OZ Special - 'The Merry Old Land of Oz!'
by Robert Diamond - April 03, 2011
Audiences are following the yellow brick road over the rainbow to see Danielle Hope, winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, play Dorothy at The London Palladium, the capital's home of the family musical. We are very excited to present 'The Wizard of Oz' week here on BroadwayWorld.com where we'll be lo...
by Robert Diamond - April 03, 2011
Audiences are following the yellow brick road over the rainbow to see Danielle Hope, winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, play Dorothy at The London Palladium, the capital's home of the family musical. We are very excited to present 'The Wizard of Oz' week here on BroadwayWorld.com where we'll be lo...
Recording of Andrew Lloyd Webber's WIZARD OF OZ Available for Pre-Order
by Lauren Wolman - April 03, 2011
Andrew Lloyd Webber's new production of THE WIZARD OF OZ was recorded and will be released later this year on 2nd May....
by Lauren Wolman - April 03, 2011
Andrew Lloyd Webber's new production of THE WIZARD OF OZ was recorded and will be released later this year on 2nd May....
Artist Nick Botting Observes WIZARD OF OZ Cast for Paintings
by Kelsey Denette - April 01, 2011
Produced by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Bill Kenwright, The Wizard of Oz is an enchanting adaptation of the all time classic, starring Danielle Hope, winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, as Dorothy and Michael Crawford, the original Phantom, as the Wizard....
by Kelsey Denette - April 01, 2011
Produced by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Bill Kenwright, The Wizard of Oz is an enchanting adaptation of the all time classic, starring Danielle Hope, winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, as Dorothy and Michael Crawford, the original Phantom, as the Wizard....
TV: THE WIZARD OF OZ Special - Michael Crawford Sings Professor Marvel's 'Wonders of the World'
by Robert Diamond - March 29, 2011
Audiences are following the yellow brick road over the rainbow to see Danielle Hope, winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, play Dorothy at The London Palladium, the capital's home of the family musical. We are very excited to present 'The Wizard of Oz' week here on BroadwayWorld.com where we'll be lo...
by Robert Diamond - March 29, 2011
Audiences are following the yellow brick road over the rainbow to see Danielle Hope, winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, play Dorothy at The London Palladium, the capital's home of the family musical. We are very excited to present 'The Wizard of Oz' week here on BroadwayWorld.com where we'll be lo...
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