Sofia Coppola

Kevin Smith Casting Award to Offer Speaking Role in Upcoming Film
by Rachel Stone - Oct 15, 2026

Decentralized Pictures announced its first casting award with director Kevin Smith, inviting aspiring actors 18+ to submit audition videos for a chance at a speaking role in his next feature film.

Carly Rae Jepsen to Launch DAY AND NIGHT Tour April–May 2027
by Rachel Stone - Oct 1, 2026

Carly Rae Jepsen announced a North American headline tour kicking off April 15 in Edmonton and concluding May 29 in Montreal, with 26 stops including Madison Square Garden, Red Rocks Amphitheatre, and the Kia Forum.

Photos: International Film Festival Glasgow Reveals 2026 Programme
by Rachel Stone - Sep 28, 2026

International Film Festival Glasgow announced its 13th edition programme, featuring opening and closing Scottish premieres alongside films starring Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson, Mark Ruffalo and Julianne Moore.

Carly Rae Jepsen Drops New Album DAY AND NIGHT
by Rachel Stone - Sep 18, 2026

Carly Rae Jepsen's new album Day and Night is out now via Interscope, featuring focus track 'Versailles' plus singles 'On Wires,' 'After All,' and 'Motivation.'

Jim James Releases WOWED OUT Album, to Launch Tour Nov. 28 in Louisville
by Rachel Stone - Sep 2, 2026

Jim James' fifth solo album, WOWED OUT, is out now. The My Morning Jacket frontman will begin a solo acoustic headline tour November 28 in his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky.

Academy Museum to Present September Film Series and Public Programs
by Rachel Stone - Sep 1, 2026

The Academy Museum will screen MARIE ANTOINETTE with Sofia Coppola, THE KING OF COMEDY with Jason Bateman, and a John Carpenter retrospective among its September film and education programming.

Jim James Shares LOST CHILD Single, Sets Solo Tour Starting Nov. 28
by Rachel Stone - Aug 25, 2026

Jim James released the single and video for "Lost Child" ahead of his solo album WOWED OUT, out Friday, August 28. His acoustic headline tour opens November 28 in Louisville, KY.

LA GRADIVA Wins MIFF's $140,000 Bright Horizons Award
by Rachel Stone - Aug 22, 2026

Marine Atlan's LA GRADIVA received the Bright Horizons Award at the MIFF Awards, part of a prize pool exceeding $300,000 recognizing Australian and international filmmaking talent.

John Carpenter, Colman Domingo, Charlize Theron to Headline Academy Museum Gala
by Rachel Stone - Aug 13, 2026

The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures announced John Carpenter, Colman Domingo, and Charlize Theron as honorees of its upcoming fundraising gala, presented by Rolex and co-chaired by Robert Rodriguez, Steven Spielberg, and Kate Capshaw.

THE PLOT THICKENS to Return with Stanley Kubrick Season on TCM
by Rachel Stone - Aug 11, 2026

Turner Classic Movies will launch a new season of its podcast THE PLOT THICKENS, focused on Stanley Kubrick and featuring a previously unheard audio interview with the filmmaker.

JIM JAMES to Release Title Track From Upcoming Solo Album
by Joshua Wright - Jul 28, 2026

JIM JAMES has released the title track from his upcoming solo album, offering an early listen ahead of the full record's release.

Adam Lambert Hopes to Return to the Theatre and is Writing a Musical
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2026

Adam Lambert recently returned to his theatre roots, making his Broadway debut in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club in 2024. In a recent interview, he reflected on his time on Broadway and shared his hopes for his future in the theatre space.

SPACE-TIME LAUNDROMAT to Make World Premiere With DC Artists Crowdfunding Production
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2026

Five Washington, DC area theatre artists are crowdfunding the world premiere of Space-Time Laundromat, a new play by Tia Shearer Bassett described as 'what might happen if Sofia Coppola and Buster Keaton had collaborated.'

Video: Cherry Lane Theatre Debuts Lizzy McAlpine Live Performance
by Josh Sharpe - May 5, 2026

Cherry Lane Theatre has shared a recent performance from singer, songwriter and producer Lizzy McAlpine, as part of its ‘Live From Cherry Lane Theatre’ series. Watch the 35-minute performance from the Floyd Collins star now.

Cherry Lane Theatre Launches YouTube Channel for Theater, Music, & More; Watch Aubrey Hobert Performance
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 7, 2026

Cherry Lane Theatre is kicking off its new YouTube channel with a performance from popstar Audrey Hobert, as part of the channel’s Live From Cherry Lane Theatre series. Watch it now.

Meet the Cast of BECKY SHAW, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2026

Performances are now underway for Second Stage Theater's Becky Shaw at Second Stage's Hayes Theater, ahead of an opening night on April 6. Meet the cast here!

Student Blog: Poo-Wah-Bahs - Francis Ford Coppola’s Lasting Impact on Hofstra’s Drama Department
by Student Blogger: Grace Ward - Dec 23, 2025

This blog explores Francis Ford Coppola’s profound legacy at Hofstra University, tracing how a theatre student-turned-legendary filmmaker helped shape the department’s culture and traditions. It highlights Coppola’s impact on student-led productions and his creation of Poo-Wah-Bahs, a ritual that asks you to slow down and recognize the work of each individual player. Nearly 70 years later, this tradition continues to unite generations of Hofstra theatre students. Through personal reflection, the piece examines how legacy, community and creativity converge in one of the department’s most cherished rites.

New Short Film Celebrates 50 Years of THE WIZ with Original Stars Dee Dee Bridgewater and Joni Palmer
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 5, 2025

Fifty years after The Wiz premiered on Broadway, a new short film is revisiting the landmark musical through the voices of two of its original cast members: Director Samira Fuller-Farquhar’s If You Believe.

Audrey Hobert Confirms First-Ever Headline Tour Kicking Off in December
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 15, 2025

In the wake of her critically acclaimed debut album Who’s the Clown?, Audrey Hobert is set to play her first-ever headline tour with dates across North America and Europe through March 2026.

Michael Shannon, Paul Sparks & More Will Take Part in TRUE WEST Staged Reading at The Cherry Lane Theatre
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 25, 2025

The Cherry Lane Theatre, the Off-Broadway venue now owned by film studio A24, has unveiled more of its opening week programming, including events featuring Spike Lee, Sofia Coppola, Jodie Foster, Michael Shannon, and more.