Gerard Butler News

Today we are talking to an electrifying live performer who has made a major mark in the theatrical realm with his work as the title character in THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA AT THE ROYAL ALBERT HALL - PHANTOM 25 for short - as well as the originator of the role in its musical sequel, LOVE NEVER DIES - to say nothing of his long-standing and upcoming association with LES MIERABLES, at the O2, in Toronto this Fall and beyond - the one and only Ramin Karimloo. Espousing on the many major musical theatre roles he has essayed thus far as well as what he would like to take on in the future, Karimloo grants unprecedented access into his background and illustrates his experiences participating in some already classic once-in-a-lifetime events, such as PHANTOM 25 and LES MIZ at the 02. Most importantly, Karimloo clues us in on what we can expect from his series of shows this week at SubCulture as well as explains the history and future plans for his Broadway and Bluegrass - aka Broadgrass - tour. Additionally, Karimloo discusses the finer points of his forthcoming headlining role as Jean Valjean in the Toronto kick-off of the brand new LES MISERABLES revival and shares his memories of appearing on the Academy Awards this year with the film's cast. Also, Karimloo offers first news on his upcoming series of EPs, reflects on his past solo albums and how they developed, as well as comments on his recent UK TV recurring role on THE SPA ROOM and desire to pursue more TV/film work in the future, as well as shares his enthusiasm for GLEE - and much, much more!

Just when you thought there was safety in numbers... one of the nation's top-ranked haunted attractions introduces its first ever isolation-style haunted house themed around Fortress Features' horror film THE COLLECTION. Beginning Thursday, Oct. 3 Fright Dome takes over The Adventuredome at Circus Circus with five additional houses including one themed around the disturbing traps and ghastly scenes from the studio's first installment in the franchise, THE COLLECTOR.

Comedian and filmmaker Jeff Garlin recerntly chatted with USA today about his upcoming movie, Dealin' With Idiots. On how he decided to star in te film, he revealed: ' When I rewrite is when I start figuring out who I want; when I'm initially writing it, I generally don't think of anybody. And I think I pretty much got everybody that I wanted. I mean, I shot it in 12 days, so it's not a big time commitment. Yes, you're not making a lot of money, but it's not a time commitment.'

The first trailer for HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON 2 has premiered. The preview features a scene of 'Hiccup' (voiced by Jay Baruchel) and his dragon Toothless taking a high-flying trip above the ocean. Get a first look below!

Stage regular and screen superstar Liev Schreiber announced plans to return to the stage in one of Shakespeare's most timely and violent tragedies, CORIOLANUS, while appearing to promote his new Showtime series RAY DONOVAN on CBS THIS MORNING earlier today.

Digital video gaming industry leader IGT has announced an impressive series of entertainment-themed slot machines and digital gaming consoles now available, among them a PHANTOM OF THE OPERA-themed standalone slot machine.

The annual White House Correspondents' Association's annual dinner was held on April 27, 2013. Proceeds from the dinner, which is well known for being the hottest ticket in Washington year in and year out, help fund over $100,000 in scholarships. Check out photos of the gentlemen in attendance below!

Deadlines to submit entries to the 2013 Academy Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting competition are Wednesday, April 10 (regular deadline) and Wednesday, May 1 (final deadline). As many as five $35,000 fellowships will be awarded in November.

Below, check out highlights from ABC's JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE for the week of 3/18. Jimmy's guests included Gerard Butler, Hallie Berry and Jennifer Love Hewitt. The show airs weeknights at 11:35 pm/ET on ABC.

A trailer has been released for the film OLYMPUS HAS FALLEN. Check it out below!

New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg will visit the LATE SHOW with DAVID LETTERMAN, Monday, March 11 (11:35 PM-12:37 AM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

FilmDistrict has released a new TV spot for OLYMPUS HAS FALLEN, coming to theaters on March 22. The action thriller is directed by Antoine Fuqua and stars Gerard Butler, Aaron Eckhart, Morgan Freeman, Angela Bassett, Dylan McDermott, Ashley Judd, Melissa Leo and Rick Yune. Get a first look below!

Talk show host Jimmy Kimmel released a second trailer for the star-studded movie sequel to MOVIE THE MOVIE 2V on his special 'After the Oscars' broadcast last night. Check it out below!

At BroadwayWorld we pride ourselves in showcasing theater content submitted by our regional contributors from all corners of the globe. Get all your theater news at a glance each Friday with 'Around BWW: Regional Highlights of the Week'! Click below for the most-read stories for the week of February 11!

La-La Land Records released the John Dies at the End - Original Motion Picture Soundtrack on Tuesday, February 12, 2013. Ten years after the cult classic Bubba Ho-Tep, John Dies At The End re-teams horror auteur Don Coscarelli with composer Brian Tyler (The Expendables, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, the upcoming Ironman 3). The film, based on the novel by author David Wong, premiered at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival.

Jodie Foster, Academy Award-winning actress and recipient of the Cecil B. DeMille Award at the 2012 Golden Globe Awards for her outstanding contributions to the world of entertainment, will be a featured guest at the 2013 Sun Valley Film Festival, March 14-17 in Sun Valley, Idaho, presented by Zions Bank. The Festival will feature over 50 curated cutting-edge films, TV premieres, special children's programming, fabulous parties, engaging coffee talks with industry insiders, intimate filmmaker dinners, apres ski gatherings, a screenwriters lab, a spectacular closing awards ceremony and more.

Check out this TV spot for MOVIE 43, which opens in theaters today, January 25. Check it out below!

Opening in theaters this Friday, Relativity Media has released a new Red Band preview for MOVIE 43. The film features an all-star cast. Get a first look below!

New images from the Relativity Media's new comedy MOVIE 43 have been released. Opening in theaters on January 25, the film features an all-star cast. Check out the new six-degrees of separation featurette below!

Inspired by the popular "How to Train Your Dragon" film franchise, this story of faith, love and friendship finds the villagers of Berk preparing for the winter holidays.