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VIDEO: Oscar Isaac & BB-8 Announces STAR WARS: Force for Change Prizes
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 19, 2016

Today, Oscar Isaac, alongside BB-8, announced details for this week's campaign sponsored by CrowdRise in support of Star Wars: Force for Change.

Daisy Ridley & J.J. Abrams Reuniting for Fantasy Thriller KOLMA
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 18, 2016

Abrams will produce the pic, with Ridley in talks to star. THE DIARY OF A TEENAGE GIRL's Marielle Heller is set to helm.

Showtime Debuts Poster Art for New Comedy ROADIES
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 12, 2016

SHOWTIME has debuted the poster art for its highly-anticipated new music series ROADIES, from creator, writer, director and executive producer Cameron Crowe.

FIRST LISTEN: Steve Aoki & Felix Jaehn ft Adam Lambert 'Can't Go Home'
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 25, 2016

Over a month ago, the internet sparked when world-renowned producer STEVE AOKI shared pictures and video of him in the studio with pop sensation Adam Lambert. Today (March 25) fans can now experience 'Can't Go Home.'

Idina Menzel, Tom Hanks & More Set for 2016 Tribeca Film Festival
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 21, 2016

The 2016 Tribeca Film Festival (TFF), presented by AT&T, today announced its lineup of panels and conversations with some of the industry's most critically and commercially successful filmmakers, artists, and executives

VIDEO: John Goodman Talks Creepy New Film Role on TODAY
by - Mar 10, 2016

In the latest J.J. Abrams film “10 Cloverfield Lane” John Goodman stars as a man who says he brought a woman to his bunker to save her life after a car accident.

VIDEO: John Goodman on TODAY: 'I Turned Down My Actual Creepiness' For '10 Cloverfield Lane'
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 9, 2016

In the latest J.J. Abrams film “10 Cloverfield Lane” John Goodman stars as a man who says he brought a woman to his bunker to save her life after a car accident, but the truth has theater audiences shrieking. TODAY's Savannah Guthrie speaks to Goodman about the “creepy” role.

VIDEO: On LATE SHOW, J.J. Abrams Discusses his Wife and Lens Flares
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 9, 2016

On LATE SHOW, J.J. Abrams is used to making big budget movies, but he's also had to learn that sometimes more is not more.

Steve Aoki Documentary I'LL SLEEP WHEN I'M DEAD to Debut at Tribeca Film Festival
by TV News Desk - Mar 9, 2016

The documentary I'LL SLEEP WHEN I'M DEAD -- which takes a compelling look into the life and mind of STEVE AOKI, one of dance music's most hardworking, controversial and captivating characters -- is set to premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York City Friday, April 15 at the Beacon Theatre.

STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS - ³Secrets of the Force Awakens² to Premiere at SXSW
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 8, 2016

“Secrets of The Force Awakens: A Cinematic Journey, ” a feature-length documentary will have its World Premiere during the South by Southwest Film Festival (SXSW®), being held in Austin, Texas, March 11-19, 2016.

The New Group to Honor Ed Harris, Amy Madigan & Ellen Roth at Annual Gala Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Mar 7, 2016

Off-Broadway's The New Group will honor Ed Harris & Amy Madigan and Ellen Roth at the company's Annual Gala tonight, March 7 at Tribeca Rooftop (2 Desbrosses Street between Hudson & Greenwich).

Mark Hamill: If Fans Think Luke Skywalker is Gay, Then 'Of Course He Is'
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 4, 2016

Mark Hamill has once again opened up about the long-running speculation as to STAR WARS' Luke Skywalker's sexuality. In a new interview with The Sun, the actor double-downed on his stance on the character's ambiguous love life in the films.

The New Group to Honor Ed Harris, Amy Madigan & Ellen Roth at Annual Gala
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 4, 2016

Off-Broadway's The New Group will honor Ed Harris & Amy Madigan and Ellen Roth at the company's Annual Gala on Monday, March 7 at Tribeca Rooftop (2 Desbrosses Street between Hudson & Greenwich). Hosted by Mario Cantone, the event will feature performances by Jerry Dixon and Nat and Alex Wolff, and an appearance by playwright Beth Henley, author of Crimes of the Heart and The Jacksonian. Music Director is Sinai Tabak. The evening, 6:00-10:00pm, includes cocktails, dinner, and silent and live auctions.

Director JJ Abrams Wants to See Gay Characters in STAR WARS Franchise
by Louisa Brady - Feb 27, 2016

According to EW, director JJ Abrams wants to increase the diversity within the STAR WARS franchise by including gay characters in future films. The most recent Star Wars film, Star Wars: The Force Awakens featured a female protagonist (Daisy Ridley) and two costars of color (Oscar Isaac and John Boyega). However, the director wants to make the franchise even more inclusive in the future.

Lin-Manuel Miranda Already Part of the 'Disney Family'; All We Know About MOANA & More
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 25, 2016

The casting would not be the first time Miranda collaborates with Walt Disney Studios. The Grammy-winning composer penned the original music for STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS iconic Cantina scene and composed music for MOANA.

Showtime Adds Indie Artists Borns and Givers to SXSW Music Line-Up
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 23, 2016

SHOWTIME has added indie pop artists BØRNS and GIVERS to its three-day music line-up featuring 27 bands at the ROADIES House during the South by Southwest (SXSW) Music, Film and Interactive Festival

Photo: Host Chris Rock Teases OSCAR Bits with Kristen Wiig & J.J. Abrams
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 23, 2016

Chris Rock turned to Twitter today to tease some possible bits he has in store as host of the 88th ANNUAL ACADEMY AWARDS

Morgan Freeman, John Legend & More Join OSCARS Presenters Lineup
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 18, 2016

Oscar® winners Morgan Freeman and John Legend have been added to the list of presenters, along with J.J. Abrams, Sacha Baron Cohen and Henry Cavill, for the 88th Oscars® telecast.

Cameras Rolling, Cast Confirmed for STAR WARS: EPISODE VIII
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 15, 2016

Rey took her first steps into a larger world in Star Wars: The Force Awakens and will continue her epic journey with Finn, Poe, and Luke Skywalker in the next chapter of the continuing Star Wars saga, Star Wars: Episode VIII, which began principal photography at Pinewood Studios in London on February 15, 2016.

VIDEO: Showtime Unveils First Look & Premiere Date for New Music Series ROADIES
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 12, 2016

SHOWTIME has released the official trailer for its highly-anticipated, new music series ROADIES, the first television series written, created, directed and executive produced by Oscar® winner Cameron Crowe.

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