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Full Cast Set For THE BODYGUARD UK and Europe Tour
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2025

The full company has been announced for the UK and Europe tour of the award-winning smash hit musical THE BODYGUARD. The production opens at Birmingham's Alexandra Theatre on Saturday 20 September 2025.

Viola Davis and Walter Murch to Receive Honorary Degrees From the AFI Conservatory
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 18, 2025

The American Film Institute (AFI) has announced that it will confer a Doctorate of Fine Arts degree honoris causa for contributions of distinction to the art of the moving image upon trailblazing actress and producer Viola Davis and legendary film editor and sound designer Walter Murch.

THE BODYGUARD THE MUSICAL Begins In June At Broward Center: Slow Burn Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 10, 2025

Slow Burn Theatre Company's 2024/2025 Season in the Amaturo Theater culminates with a summer production of the West End hit “The Bodyguard The Musical” Saturday June 7 – Sunday, June 22, including an open captioned performance on Sunday, June 15 at 2 p.m.

Sidonie Smith, Adam Garcia, and More Will Lead THE BODYGUARD UK and Europe Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2025

The UK and Europe tour of the award-winning musical THE BODYGUARD will star international leading lady Sidonie Smith as Rachel Marron, Olivier Award nominee Adam Garcia as Frank Farmer, and more.

FINDING NEVERLAND Regional Premiere & More Set for OFC Creations Theatre 'Broadway In Brighton' 2025-2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 1, 2025

OFC Creations Theatre has announced the 2025-2026 Broadway in Brighton Series, back for a third year, after last season's lineup featured Tony and Emmy nominated actors from Hollywood and Broadway.

Garrett Clayton as 'The Grinch' and More Set for OFC Creations 25-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2025

OFC Creations Theatre has revealed the 2025-2026 Broadway in Brighton Series, back for a third year. OFC's Broadway in Brighton Series is comprised of six professional musical productions. See full programming and learn more!

Further Dates Set For THE BODYGUARD UK and Europe Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2025

Further dates have been announced for the 2025/2026 UK and Europe tour of the award-winning smash hit musical THE BODYGUARD opening at Birmingham's Alexandra Theatre on Saturday 20 September 2025.

THE BODYGUARD Will Embark on UK and Europe 2025-2026 Tour
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2024

The award-winning hit musical THE BODYGUARD will tour the UK and Europe in 2025/2026 opening at Birmingham’s Alexandra Theatre in September. Learn more here!

Video: Disney Unveils Trailer and Premiere Date for MUSIC BY JOHN WILLIAMS Documentary
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 1, 2024

Disney has released the trailer and announced the release date for Music by John Williams. The new documentary, which centers on the life and career of the legendary composer, will have a limited theatrical release and begin streaming November 1 on Disney+.

Review: THE BODYGUARD at Chateau Neuf
by Christian Ranke - Sep 5, 2024

Bodyguard: The Musical is real crowd-pleaser! And the most pleasing aspects are Mimmi Tamba, Anna-Lisa Kumoji and the very talented ensemble. If you’re a fan of Whitney Houston's music or looking for a night of big performances and visual flair, 'The Bodyguard' is a solid choice, though purists of the musical genre might find themselves craving more from the storytelling.

AFI to Present Robert Zemeckis' HERE as the Centerpiece Gala at AFI FEST
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 3, 2024

The American Film Institute will present the world premiere of Robert Zemeckis' film HERE as the Centerpiece Gala at AFI FEST presented by Canva. Learn more about the film.

Jamie Lee Curtis Receives Honorary Degree at AFI Conservatory Commencement
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 12, 2024

The American Film Institute (AFI) conferred a Doctorate of Fine Arts degree honoris causa for contributions of distinction to the art of the moving image upon Jamie Lee Curtis during the AFI Conservatory’s Class of 2024 commencement ceremony at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. 

Broadway Shows Based on the Top 1000 Highest-Grossing Films
by Michael Major - Jan 21, 2024

Of all the films on IMDB's list of the 1000 highest-grossing movies of all time, 31 have been adapted into Broadway musicals. Check out a guide to each those musicals below, along with musicals that are in development or ones that have not yet made their way to Broadway.

FAN EXPO Philadelphia To Return With Lopez, Gunn, Day, McKenzie Among First Stars
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 18, 2024

FAN EXPO Philadelphia returns with a star-studded lineup including Mario Lopez, Sean Gunn, Felicia Day, Ben McKenzie, and more.

THE BODYGUARD Returns To Glasgow's Theatre Royal in January
by Stephi Wild - Dec 14, 2023

Multi-platinum Australian recording artist Emily Williams will star as Rachel Marron when the award-winning international smash hit musical THE BODYGUARD returns to Glasgow at the Theatre Royal from Wednesday 3 January 2024 for the final dates of the tour.

Bernthal, Gunn, 'Charmed' Duo, Cullen, Lee Added To FAN EXPO New Orleans Celebrity Lineup, January 5-7
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 26, 2023

Jon Bernthal, Sean Gunn, Holly Marie Combs, Rose McGowan, Peter Cullen, and Jason Lee have been added to the celebrity lineup at FAN EXPO New Orleans. They join a roster of stars that includes Danny Trejo, Charlie Cox, Vincent D'Onofrio, Katee Sackhoff, and voice acting stars from 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.' Bernthal, known for his roles in 'The Punisher' and 'The Walking Dead,' will be in attendance. Gunn, who appeared in 'Guardians of the Galaxy,' will also be there. Combs and McGowan, from the hit show 'Charmed,' will join the lineup. Cullen, known for his voice work in the 'Transformers' franchise, and Lee, a photographer, producer, director, and actor, will also be present. The event will take place from January 5-7, 2024, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.

AFI Celebrates The Commencement Of The AFI Conservatory Class Of 2023
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 6, 2023

Today, the American Film Institute (AFI) celebrated the commencement of the AFI Conservatory Class of 2023 at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. The event was a culmination of two years of intense study at AFI's MFA program, ranked one of the top film schools in the nation.

Emily Williams Announced as Rachel Marron in THE BODYGUARD UK Tour
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jul 27, 2023

Producers, Michael Harrison and David Ian are delighted to announce that multi-platinum Australian recording artist Emily Williams will star as Rachel Marron in the award-winning international smash hit musical The Bodyguard, from Tuesday 12 September 2023 at the Liverpool Empire.

Emily Williams  Will Lead THE BODYGUARD UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jul 27, 2023

Multi-platinum Australian recording artist Emily Williams will star as Rachel Marron in the award-winning international smash hit musical THE BODYGUARD, from Tuesday 12 September 2023 at the Liverpool Empire.

MAY DECEMBER to Open 61st New York Film Festival
by Michael Major - Jul 11, 2023

In May December, Elizabeth (Natalie Portman), a popular television star, has arrived in a tight-knit island community in Savannah. Here, she will be doing intimate research for a new part, ingratiating herself into the lives of Gracie (Julianne Moore), whom she’ll be playing on-screen, and her much younger husband, Joe (Charles Melton).