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CONFIRMED! Christoph Waltz to Portray Next Villain in JAMES BOND Franchise
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 14, 2014


Yesterday, BWW shared the report that Christoph Waltz has just signed on to take on the role of the villain in the upcoming 24th installment of the JAMES BOND franchise. The news is now confirmed

Christoph Waltz to Play Next Bond Villain?
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 13, 2014


James Bond may have found his next villain.

VIDEO: Hugh Bonneville Stars in PADDINGTON, Coming January 2015
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 7, 2014


Watch the brand new trailer for PADDINGTON, coming to theaters on January 16, 2015 from The Weinstein Company.

VIDEO: First Look - Ben Whishaw Lends Voice to PADDINGTON, Hitting Theaters This January
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 28, 2014


Watch the brand new trailer for PADDINGTON, coming to theaters on January 16, 2015 from The Weinstein Company.

Ben Whishaw, Jim Broadbent to Star in BBC America's New Original Miniseries LONDON SPY
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 17, 2014


?BBC AMERICA today announced a new original co-production, the five-part miniseries London Spy, created by acclaimed best-selling author Tom Rob Smith (Child 44), co-produced with BBC Two and produced by Working Title Television.

And the Verdict Is... Meet the Full Cast of Broadway's IT'S ONLY A PLAY!
by Meet the Cast - Nov 2, 2014


The star-studded Broadway production of the backstage comedy It's Only A Play, by 4-time Tony Award winner Terrence McNally, opened on October 9, 2014, at Broadway's Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street). Scroll down to learn more about the full cast and watch interviews with the company below!

VIDEO: First Look - Chris Hemsworth in Official Trailer for IN THE HEART OF THE SEA
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 16, 2014


Oscar winner Ron Howard (“A Beautiful Mind”) directs the action adventure “In the Heart of the Sea,” based on Nathaniel Philbrick's best-selling book about the dramatic true journey of the Essex.

HARRY POTTER's Imelda Staunton and Michael Gambon Lend Voices to PADDINGTON Movie
by Movies News Desk - Oct 7, 2014


The Hollywood Reporter writes that just two two months before its Christmas premiere in the U.S., PADDINGTON has added two HARRY POTTER alums and British stage greats to its voice cast -- Imelda Staunton and Michael Gambon.

TV Exclusive: Watch a Scene from Christian Camargo's DAYS AND NIGHTS- Starring Broadway Vets Allison Janney, Cherry Jones, Mark Rylance & More!
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 26, 2014


Opening in theaters and VOD today, September 26, is DAYS AND NIGHTS - Brodway veteran Christian Camargo's directorial debut, inspired by Anton Chekhov's The Seagull. Set in rural New England in the 1980s, the film stars a slew of Broadway favorites, including Allison Janney, Cherry Jones, Mark Rylance and more. BroadwayWorld is excited to bring you an exclusive preview clip from the film below!

Filming Start Date Announced for 24th JAMES BOND Movie
by Casey Judge - Sep 15, 2014


The 24th installment of the 'James Bond' films will begin shooting on December 6th, according to My Entertainment World.

Broadway Babies - Meet the Broadway Class of 2014, Fall Edition!
by BWW Special Coverage - Aug 26, 2014


In the coming months, Broadway will welcome a fresh crop of productions- many of which will mark the Broadway debuts for a slew of talented actors. Whether they are fresh faces or established stars, these Broadway babies will soon take their very first bows on the grandest stages in the world. Meet all of the Great White Way's newest stars below, and be sure to let us know who you're most looking forward to seeing onstage!

Sharon Maughan to star in AUTOBAHN at King's Head
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 15, 2014


Neil Labute's Autobahn, which opens at the King's Head this month, will star Sharon Maughan, probably most famous for her work in the iconic Nescafe Coffee ads with Anthony Head, as well as for her three year stint on Holby City.

Nancy Carroll, Rufus Sewell and Oliver Chris Form Love Triangle in CLOSER, Playing the Donmar Warehouse from Feb 2015
by BWW News Desk - Jul 17, 2014


According to the Daily Mail, Nancy Carroll, Rufus Sewell and Oliver Chris will star in Donmar Warehouse's upcoming production of CLOSER, helmed by David Leveaux. Performances will begin in February 2015.

Imogen Stubbs, Ronni Ancona, Michael Schaeffer and More to Star in LITTLE REVOLUTION at the Almeida This Fall
by BWW News Desk - Jul 17, 2014


The Daily Mail reports that Imogen Stubbs, Clare Perkins, Ronni Ancona, Lucian Msamati, Barry McCarthy, Michael Shaeffer, Rez Kempton and Bayo Gbadamosi will star in the new play LITTLE REVOLUTION by Alecky Blythe at the Almeida Theatre from August 26, 2014.

NewFest, The New York LGBT Film Festival, Announces 2014 Lineup
by Courtnie Mele - Jun 27, 2014


NewFest, New York's Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Film Festival announced the complete feature film lineup for its 26th edition (July 24-29). NewFest is an annual showcase of the best of LGBT cinema, featuring works from renowned filmmakers as well as exciting discoveries. With a lineup of 16 narrative and five documentary features, this year's group of films continues to carry out the festival's mission of supporting diverse film communities and voices from around the world.

HARRY POTTER Star Rupert Grint to Make Broadway Debut in Terrence McNally's IT'S ONLY A PLAY
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 17, 2014


According to Entertainment weekly, Harry Potter veteran Rupert Grint will soon make his Broadway debut in Terrence McNally's next Broadway comedy- It's Only a Play. Grint will play 'Frank Finger', a 'wunderkind director of a new play by an anxious writer.' He made his stage debut earlier this year in the West End production of Jez Butterworth's Mojo.

OLIVIERS 2014: Preview - Best New Play
by Sarah Flinton - Apr 11, 2014


Nominees are 1984 (Almeida Theatre), Chimerica (Almeida), Peter and Alice (Noel Coward Theatre), and The Night Alive (Donmar).

John C. Reilly Joins Cast of Sci-Fi Love Story THE LOBSTER
by Sarah Bellet - Mar 31, 2014


John C. Reilly added to already huge cast of The Lobster.

At the Helm! BWW Rounds Up This Season's Broadway Directors
by BWW Special Coverage - Mar 9, 2014


Broadway stars might boast the biggest fan-bases, but without their directors, the vehicle driving their talents could easily swerve off the tracks. Keeping the runaway train at bay are season's bold Broadway 'conductors'. Scroll down to learn more about this season's intrepid and imaginative leaders!

Rachel Weisz & Colin Farrell to Lead THE LOBSTER
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 3, 2014


The film is an 'unconventional love story that's set in a dystopian future where finding a partner is a matter of life and death.' Ben Whishaw, Léa Seydoux, Olivia Colman, Ariane Labed and Angeliki Papoulia co-star.

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