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STAGE TUBE: First Look - Trailer for Eddie Murphy's A THOUSAND WORDS
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 11, 2011

A THOUSAND WORDS is coming to theaters on March 23, 2012 from Dreamworks Pictures. The family comedy is directed by Brian Robbins and written by Steve Koren. Starring Eddie Murphy, the cast also includes Allison Janney, Ariel Winter, Kerry Washington, Cliff Curtis, Clark Duke, John Witherspoon.

Mary Badham to Speak at Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey, 11/7 & 8
by BWW News Desk - Nov 7, 2011

Academy Award-nominated actress Mary Badham who played Scout in To Kill a Mockingbird, one of the most poignant films in cinematic history, will appear at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey on Monday, November 7 and Tuesday, November 8 at 7:30 p.m.

Hyde Park International Picks Up Josh Radnor’s LIBERAL ARTS
by Lauren Wolman - Nov 5, 2011

Ashok Amritraj's Hyde Park International has picked up international rights to Josh Radnor's LIBERAL ARTS. Radnor wrote, directed and stars in this light-hearted drama with an ensemble cast that includes Elizabeth Olsen, Richard Jenkins, Allison Janney and Zac Efron. HPI's president Ruzanna Kegeyan will be spearheading sales on the project at the upcoming American Film Market.

Stephanie J. Block Begins Performances in ANYTHING GOES Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Nov 4, 2011

As previously reported, Roundabout Theatre Company has announced that Stephanie J. Block will join the Tony Award winning company of Anything Goes performing the role of 'Reno Sweeney' while Sutton Foster is filming the television pilot, Bunheads, for 3 weeks in November. Specific dates have been announced today and Block will officially be stepping into the role November 4 through November 22.

Stephanie J. Block Officially Takes Over for Sutton Foster in ANYTHING GOES Nov. 4 - Nov. 22
by Jessica Lewis - Oct 31, 2011

As previously reported, Roundabout Theatre Company has announced that Stephanie J. Block will join the Tony Award winning company of Anything Goes performing the role of 'Reno Sweeney' while Sutton Foster is filming the television pilot, Bunheads, for 3 weeks in November. Specific dates have been announced today and Block will officially be stepping into the role November 4 through November 22.

The Help's Octavia Spencer Walks the Red Carpet for Literacy
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 27, 2011

SAG Foundation, in partnership with SAG Awards®, brought Octavia Spencer to Crescent Heights Social Justice Magnet to share with 60 fifth graders the importance and excitement of reading. The entire school, 360 students, formed a red carpet for her from the entrance, around the playground and finally into the library.

Michelle Williams To Be Honored at Hollywood Film Awards Gala
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2011

The 15th Annual Hollywood Film Festival and Hollywood Film Awards, presented by Starz Entertainment, are pleased to announce that Academy Award-nominated actress Michelle Williams will be honored with the 'Hollywood Actress Award,' at the festival's Hollywood Film Awards Gala Ceremony, which will take place October 24, 2011, at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills.

Christopher Plummer & More Honored At Hollywood Film Awards Gala
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2011

The 15th Annual Hollywood Film Festival and Hollywood Film Awards, presented by Starz Entertainment, are pleased to announce honorees that will be recognized for their achievements at the festival's Hollywood Awards Gala Ceremony, which will take place at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills on October 24, 2011.

THE HELP Cast To Be Honored at the Hollywood Film Awards 10/24
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2011

The 15th Annual Hollywood Film Festival and Hollywood Film Awards, presented by Starz Entertainment, have announced that the cast of DreamWorks Pictures and Participant Media's 'The Help' - Jessica Chastain, Viola Davis, Bryce Dallas Howard, Allison Janney, Chris Lowell, Ahna O'Reilly, Octavia Spencer, Emma Stone, Sissy Spacek, Mary Steenburgen, Cicely Tyson and Mike Vogel - will be recognized at the Hollywood Awards Gala Ceremony with the 'Hollywood Ensemble Acting Award.'

George Clooney to be Honored at Hollywood Film Festival's Awards Ceremony, 10/24
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2011

The 15th annual Hollywood Film Festival and Hollywood Film Awards, presented by Starz Entertainment, have announced that Oscar winner George Clooney will be honored with the 'Hollywood Actor Award' for his critically acclaimed performance in Alexander Payne's 'The Descendants.'

Ricky Martin, Julianne Moore Don Purple For Anti-Bullying 10/20
by BWW News Desk - Oct 20, 2011

The Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) will join millions of lesbian gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people and allies by participating in Spirit Day and wearing purple on October 20, 2011.

Ricky Martin, Karen Olivo to Take Part in GLAAD Spirit Day Today
by BWW News Desk - Oct 20, 2011

The Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) will join millions of lesbian gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people and allies by participating in Spirit Day and wearing purple on October 20, 2011. Wearing purple on this day symbolizes support for LGBT people and against bullying of LGBT teens. For more information, visit: www.glaad.org/spiritday.

Sutton Foster Takes ANYTHING GOES Hiatus in Nov. for TV Pilot; Stephanie J. Block Steps in
by Jessica Lewis - Oct 20, 2011

Roundabout Theatre Company has announced Stephanie J. Block will join the Tony Award winning company of Anything Goes performing the role of 'Reno Sweeney' while Sutton Foster is filming a television pilot for 2-3 weeks in November. Specific performance dates will be announced shortly on www.anythinggoesonbroadway.com.

Ricky Martin, Julianne Moore Don Purple For Anti-Bullying 10/20
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 18, 2011

The Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) will join millions of lesbian gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people and allies by participating in Spirit Day and wearing purple on October 20, 2011.

Ricky Martin, Karen Olivo to Take Part in GLAAD Spirit Day, 10/20
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 18, 2011

The Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) will join millions of lesbian gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people and allies by participating in Spirit Day and wearing purple on October 20, 2011. Wearing purple on this day symbolizes support for LGBT people and against bullying of LGBT teens. For more information, visit: www.glaad.org/spiritday.

Vocal Coaching Mobile App Launched Specially Designed for Dancers
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 17, 2011

Singing for Dancers with Liz Caplan Vocal Studios, presented by Dance Spirit magazine, is here to help dancers achieve their dreams.

George Clooney to be Honored at Hollywood Film Festival's Awards Ceremony, 10/24
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 12, 2011

The 15th annual Hollywood Film Festival and Hollywood Film Awards, presented by Starz Entertainment, have announced that Oscar winner George Clooney will be honored with the 'Hollywood Actor Award' for his critically acclaimed performance in Alexander Payne's 'The Descendants.'

Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey Presents TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD 10/12
by BWW News Desk - Oct 12, 2011

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey will present the highly anticipated To Kill A Mockingbird beginning on October 12th and continuing through November 20th at The Theatre's Main Stage -the intimate F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre.

The 15th Annual Hollywood Film Festival and Hollywood Awards Announce Honorees
by Kelsey Denette - Oct 5, 2011

The 15th Annual Hollywood Film Festival and Hollywood Awards, presented by Starz Entertainment, today announced honorees who will be recognized for their achievements at the festival's Hollywood Awards Gala Ceremony, which will take place at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills on October 24, 2011.

STAGE TUBE: GLEE's Chris Colfer Aspires to Become a Broadway Scribe
by Jessica Lewis - Oct 5, 2011

GLEE's Chris Colfer has Broadway dreams, too. Like his co-stars Lea Michele, Matthew Morrison and, now, Darren Criss, Colfer hopes to one day find himself performing live for audiences on the Great White Way. Only problem, he believes his dream role has yet to be written. During a sit down interview at the New Yorker Festival this weekend at the SVA Theater, Colfer implied that he, in fact, hopes to write his own role for the stage, stating that regarding his ideal part 'I haven't written them yet.'

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