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Photo Flash: FROST / NIXON Opens Nationwide 12/25
by Eddie Varley - Nov 18, 2008


Oscar-winning director Ron Howard brings to the screen writer Peter Morgan's (The Queen, The Last King of Scotland) electrifying battle between Richard Nixon, the disgraced president with a legacy to save, and David Frost, a jet-setting television personality with a name to make, in the untold story of the historic encounter that changed both: Frost/Nixon. Reprising their roles from Morgan's stageplay are Frank Langella, who won a Tony for his portrayal of Nixon, and Michael Sheen, who fully inhabited the part of Frost onstage in London and New York. The film opens in selected cities 12/5 and 12/12 with a nationwide release on Christmas Day.

FROST/NIXON's Morgan Penned Script, HEREAFTER Eyed by Eastwood
by Eddie Varley - Nov 14, 2008


Variety has announced that Clint Eastwood is in talks with DreamWorks to direct the supernatural thriller Hereafter for the company led by Steven Spielberg and Stacey Snider. The script is by Frost/Nixon scribe Peter Morgan.

Photo Coverage: BILLY ELLIOT Opening Night Party
by Walter McBride - Nov 14, 2008


Broadway's Imperial Theatre shined extra bright last night, Thursday, November 13th as Billy Elliot The Musical celebrated Opening Night. With music by Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall and directed by Stephen Daldry, this new musical had the first night audience cheering from the very first moments. After the curtain came down, the party got started and BroadwayWorld was there!

Photo Coverage: BILLY ELLIOT Opening Night Arrivals
by Walter McBride - Nov 14, 2008


Billy Elliot The Musical officially opened at Broadway's Imperial Theatre last night, Thursday, November 13th. With music by Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall and directed by Stephen Daldry, this joyful musical lit up Broadway as the starry audience made their in to enjoy the opening night performance!

Photo Coverage: BILLY ELLIOT Opening Night Curtain Call
by Walter McBride - Nov 14, 2008


A hit in London and one of the most highly anticipated shows of the season, Billy Elliot officially opened at Broadway's Imperial Theatre last night, Thursday, November 13th. With music by Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall and directed by Stephen Daldry, this joyful musical lit up Broadway as Elton John joined the cast for the Opening Night bows. BroadwayWorld?s cameras caught the exciting moments as the curtain came down on a triumphant evening.

BILLY ELLIOT Earns Cheers on Broadway Opening Night
by Eddie Varley - Nov 14, 2008


Last night in New York, Thursday 13 November, Stephen Daldry's production of Billy Elliot The Musical opened on Broadway at the Imperial Theatre to rave reviews. Haydn Gwynne, who created the role on stage in London of Billy Elliot's dance teacher Mrs Wilkinson, made her Broadway debut and playing the title role of Billy Elliot was 13 year old Trent Kowalik from New York.

Photo Coverage: BILLY ELLIOT Dances to 'The View'
by Eddie Varley - Nov 13, 2008


On Tuesday, November 11th, Billy Elliot the Musical was featured on ABC's 'The View.' Composer Elton John, and stars David Alvarez,Trent Kowalik and Kiril Kulish joined the ladies of 'The View' to discuss the new musical.

Fidelity Investments Becomes Presenting Sponsor of BILLY ELLIOT
by Eddie Varley - Nov 13, 2008


Universal Pictures Stage Productions, Working Title Films and Old Vic Productions in association with Weinstein Live Entertainment, announced today that Fidelity Investments will be presenting sponsor of the highly-anticipated Broadway production of Billy Elliot the Musical, opening tonight Thursday, November 13, at the Imperial Theatre.

Cast of BILLY ELLIOT Featured on THE VIEW 11/11
by BWW News Desk - Nov 11, 2008


On Tuesday, November 11th, Billy Elliot the Musical will be featured on ABC's 'The View.' Composer Elton John, and stars David Alvarez, Trent Kowalik and Kiril Kulish will join the ladies of 'The View' to discuss the new musical.

Cast of BILLY ELLIOT Featured on THE VIEW 11/11
by Faetra Petillo - Nov 10, 2008


On Tuesday, November 11th, Billy Elliot the Musical will be featured on ABC's 'The View.' Composer Elton John, and stars David Alvarez, Trent Kowalik and Kiril Kulish will join the ladies of 'The View' to discuss the new musical.

BILLY ELLIOT Featured on CBS's 'Sunday Morning' 11/9
by BWW News Desk - Nov 9, 2008


On Sunday, November 9th, Billy Elliot the Musical will be featured on CBS 'Sunday Morning.' Composer Elton John, director Stephen Daldry and stars David Alvarez, Trent Kowalik and Kiril Kulish sat down with CBS' Katie Couric to discuss the new musical. 'Sunday Morning' airs locally on channel 2 - WCBS in the tri-state area.

BILLY ELLIOT Featured on CBS's 'Sunday Morning' 11/9
by Faetra Petillo - Nov 7, 2008


On Sunday, November 9th, Billy Elliot the Musical will be featured on CBS 'Sunday Morning.' Composer Elton John, director Stephen Daldry and stars David Alvarez, Trent Kowalik and Kiril Kulish sat down with CBS' Katie Couric to discuss the new musical. 'Sunday Morning' airs locally on channel 2 - WCBS in the tri-state area.

Photo Flash: Sneak Peek of BILLY ELLIOT, Opening on Broadway 11/13
by Reynard Loki - Oct 17, 2008


A hit in London and one of the most highly anticipated shows of the upcoming theatre season, Billy Elliot began preview performances on October 1, 2008. With music by Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall and directed by Stephen Daldry, Billy Elliot the Musical opens at Broadway's Imperial Theatre (240 W 45th St) Thursday, November 13th.

Photo Coverage: First Broadway Preview of 'Billy Elliot'
by Walter McBride - Oct 2, 2008


A hit in London and one of the most highly anticipated shows of the upcoming theatre season, Billy Elliot began preview performances last night, October 1, 2008. With music by Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall and directed by Stephen Daldry, Billy Elliot the Musical opens at Broadway's Imperial Theatre on Thursday, November 13th.

'BIlly Elliot' Celebrates Broadway Premiere in UK by Releasing 300,000 New Tickets
by Faetra Petillo - Oct 1, 2008


To celebrate the show's Broadway premiere, 300,000 new tickets will be released for sale on 1 October for the London production of Billy Elliot the Musical, taking bookings to 24 October 2009.

'Billy Elliot' Soars at the Imperial Starting Tonight, 10/1
by Faetra Petillo - Oct 1, 2008


A hit in London and one of the most highly anticipated shows of the upcoming theatre season, Billy Elliot the Musical begins preview performances tonight, October 1, 2008. With music by Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall and directed by Stephen Daldry, Billy Elliot the Musical opens at Broadway's Imperial Theatre (240 W 45th St) Thursday, November 13th.

Stuhlbarg and Kind Confirmed for Coen Bro's 'A Serious Man'
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 8, 2008


Production begins today on location in Minnesota on A Serious Man, for Focus Features and Working Title Films. Joel and Ethan Coen, Academy Award winners for No Country for Old Men and Fargo, are writing, producing, and directing the film. Working Title co-chairs Tim Bevan and Eric Fellner are executive-producing the film with Robert Graf, who has worked on the Coens' last six features in various producing capacities.

12 Year Old Dancer Admitted to Iowa University; Being Eyed for 'Billy Elliot'
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 3, 2008


Alex Ko was recently admitted to Iowa University's dance program at the tender age of 12-years-old.

TV: Frost/Nixon Movie Trailer
by Robert Diamond - Aug 25, 2008


Reprising their roles from Morgan's stageplay are Frank Langella, who won a Tony for his portrayal of Nixon, and Michael Sheen, who fully inhabited the part of Frost onstage in London and New York. BroadwayWorld is pleased to bring you this sneak peek at the trailer!

Photo Flash: First Look At Broadway's Dancing Billy Elliots
by Victoria Myers - Jul 30, 2008


The Broadway Billys (David Alvarez, Trent Kowalik and Kiril Kulish) let some cameras in on their rehearsal.

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