Rob Lowe to Star as JFK in Nat Geo's KILLING KENNEDY
by Caryn Robbins
- May 28, 2013
National Geographic Channel (@NatGeoChannel) today announced that Emmy-award winning actor Rob Lowe (@RobLowe) has been cast in the iconic role of President John F. Kennedy in the upcoming two-hour original factual drama KILLING KENNEDY
Sundance Institute Kicks Off Summer 2013 Directors and Screenwriters Labs
by Movies News Desk
- May 27, 2013
Sundance Institute welcomes 13 projects, selected for its annual June Directors and Screenwriters Labs, taking place at the Sundance Resort in Utah from today, May 27 through June 27. Under the leadership of Michelle Satter, Founding Director of the Institute's Feature Film Program, and the artistic direction of Gyula Gazdag, the Fellows selected for this year's program include emerging filmmakers and projects from the United States, Europe, Mexico, Peru and Somalia.
Val Kilmer's CITIZEN TWAIN Comes to Culver City, 6/28-7/14
by Kelsey Denette
- May 16, 2013
Val Kilmer, famous for his portrayals of iconic characters such as Jim Morrison (The Doors), Doc Holliday (Tombstone) and Batman (Batman Forever), inhabits the spirit of yet another legendary figure: Mark Twain. Kilmer continues to develop Citizen Twain, a solo show about the man considered to be the world's greatest storyteller, at the Kirk Douglas Theatre in Culver City, June 28 to July 14 for a limited three-week engagement, followed by this fall by performances in London's West End.
TELL-TALE HEART and VAN GOGH Set for Long Beach Opera Double Bill, Now thru 5/19
by BWW News Desk
- May 11, 2013
Long Beach Opera's new double bill explores creative minds on the border between genius and madness. Former rocker Stewart Copeland delves into the twisted psyche of Edgar Allan Poe's manic murderer in the US premiere of Tell-Tale Heart and Bang on a Can composer, Michael Gordon, observes the anguished spirit of a brilliant artist in the West Coast stage premiere of Van Gogh. Featuring music at the edge of rock, jazz and classical modernism, this double bill of delusion and illusion, paranoia and inspiration begins tonight, May 11 and continues on May 18 and 19, 2013 at theEXPO Art Center, 4321 Atlantic Avenue, Long Beach, CA.
Sundance Institute Selects 13 Projects for Directors and Screenwriters Labs, June 2013
by Movies News Desk
- May 9, 2013
Sundance Institute today announced the 13 projects selected for its annual June Directors and Screenwriters Labs, taking place at the Sundance Resort in Utah from May 27 through June 27. Under the leadership of Michelle Satter, Founding Director of the Institute's Feature Film Program, and the artistic direction of Gyula Gazdag, the Fellows selected for this year's program include emerging filmmakers and projects from the United States, Europe, Mexico, Peru and Somalia.
Lainie Kazan Headlines North Coast Rep's Spotlight Gala Tonight
by BWW News Desk
- Apr 21, 2013
The 'Spotlight Gala' benefiting North Coast Repertory Theatre is scheduled for tonight, April 21st, at the Del Mar Country Club. The evening includes a cocktail reception, gourmet sitdown dinner and entertainment by multi-award winning singer and actor Lainie Kazan. During the course of her storied career, Kazan has received Tony, Golden Globe and Emmy-nominations.
TELL-TALE HEART and VAN GOGH Set for Long Beach Opera Double Bill, 5/11-19
by BWW News Desk
- Apr 19, 2013
Long Beach Opera's new double bill explores creative minds on the border between genius and madness. Former rocker Stewart Copeland delves into the twisted psyche of Edgar Allan Poe's manic murderer in the US premiere of Tell-Tale Heart and Bang on a Can composer, Michael Gordon, observes the anguished spirit of a brilliant artist in the West Coast stage premiere of Van Gogh. Featuring music at the edge of rock, jazz and classical modernism, this double bill of delusion and illusion, paranoia and inspiration begins May 11 and continues on May 18 and 19, 2013 at theEXPO Art Center, 4321 Atlantic Avenue, Long Beach, CA.
Thomas Cook Picks the Top Celebrity-Owned Hotels in the World
by Robert Diamond
- Apr 3, 2013
Nothing says 'I've made it' like owning your own hotel. And what's better than owning one hotel? Opening another hotel with Nobu Matsuhisa - sushi star chef and owner of the globally-popular Nobu restaurants! That's exactly what Robert De Niro's just done with new project Nobu Hotel Caesars Palace in Las Vegas.
CELEBRITY VINEYARDS Profiles Dan Aykroyd, Antonio Banderas, Francis Ford Coppola and More
by BWW News Desk
- Apr 2, 2013
Just as Dan Aykroyd proudly proclaims his wine to be 'Made from 100% Snob Free grapes,' Nick Wise's 'Celebrity Vineyards: From Napa to Tuscany in Search of Great Wine' dismisses the highbrow, elitist aspects of wine culture that so many find intimidating. Instead, the author puts the reader in the passenger seat for a joyful, often humorously recounted road trip to the gorgeous vineyard estates of sixteen of the world's most fascinating celebrity vintners.
Lainie Kazan to Headline North Coast Rep's Spotlight Gala, 4/21
by BWW News Desk
- Mar 29, 2013
The 'Spotlight Gala' benefiting North Coast Repertory Theatre is scheduled for Sunday, April 21st, at the Del Mar Country Club. The evening includes a cocktail reception, gourmet sitdown dinner and entertainment by multi-award winning singer and actor Lainie Kazan. During the course of her storied career, Kazan has received Tony, Golden Globe and Emmy-nominations.
CITIZEN TWAIN, Starring Val Kilmer, Announces Tour
by Kelsey Denette
- Mar 15, 2013
Val Kilmer, famous for his portrayals of iconic characters such as Jim Morrison (The Doors), Doc Holliday (Tombstone) and Batman (Batman Forever), inhabits the spirit of yet another legendary figure: Mark Twain. Kilmer continues to develop Citizen Twain, a solo show about the man considered to be the world's greatest storyteller, taking it on the road to venues including the Valley Performing Arts Center in Northridge, CA on April 6; the Wyly Theatre in Dallas, TX, April 18-21; the Del E. Webb Center for the Performing Arts in Wickenburg, AZ, May 3-4; and the Kirk Douglas Theatre in Culver City, June 28-July 28. Check back at www.valkilmer.com for updates on additional venues, including surprise performances at lesser-known "underground" locations and an engagement on London's West End in the fall.
Rob Lowe to Narrate National Geographic's THE 80s: THE DECADE THAT MADE US
by Tyler Peterson
- Mar 11, 2013
Following last night's much-buzzed-about kick-off party at South by Southwest (SXSW) for the upcoming miniseries event The '80s: The Decade That Made Us, the National Geographic Channel announced today that Emmy-nominated actor Rob Lowe will narrate the six-part cultural programming event that offers an unprecedented look at the moments, trends, inventions, and culture that have shaped our world today.
Alan Alda Receives 2013 Common Wealth Award for Dramatic Arts
by BWW News Desk
- Mar 8, 2013
Four renowned achievers will be honored for their lifetime accomplishments with the 34th Annual Common Wealth Awards of Distinguished Service. The awards recognize individuals who have enriched modern society in a range of human endeavors. The 2013 Common Wealth Award winners are: Alan Alda, celebrated actor, director and screenwriter, for Dramatic Arts; David McCullough, preeminent author and historian, for Literature; Jane Pauley, leading broadcast journalist, Today Show contributor and author, for Mass Communications; Martin Sheen, film legend, social activist and humanitarian, for Public Service.
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