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STAR WARS: EPISODE VII Adds Crystal Clarke and Pip Andersen to the Cast
by Courtnie Mele - Jul 6, 2014

At the end of last year Lucasfilm and Disney invited all young aspiring actors to attend an open casting call for roles in J.J Abrams' Star Wars Episode VII. The casting calls spanned 11 cities across the US and UK and over 37,000 hopefuls attended, with a further 30,000 submitting applications online.

VIDEO: Krysta Rodriguez Guest Stars in IAN, Episode 3 - 'The Fly Goddess'
by TV News Desk - Jul 3, 2014

Broadway diva and SMASH star Krysta Rodriguez is the fly-girl of Ian's dreams in Episode 3 of the Stage17.tv hit comedy web series IAN. It's weird science in this Cronenberg-esque fantasy that pushes the boundaries and leaves everyone feeling a little bit sticky. Stage17.tv premiered 'The Fly Goddess' today, July 3, and you can watch the episode below!

Award-Winning Author Colum McCann Assaulted in New Haven
by Christina Mancuso - Jul 2, 2014

It is reported that International Award-Winning Author, Colum McCann, was assaulted on Saturday at The Study at Yale Hotel and was treated at Yale-New Haven Hospital for 'significant' facial injuries.

VIDEO: Ross Evans, Katie McClellan & More in IAN, Episode 2 - 'A Light, Doll?'
by TV News Desk - Jun 27, 2014

Hardboiled P.I. Ian attempts to help a femme fatale in distress in "A Light, Doll?", episode 2 of the Stage17.tv original series Ian. Unfortunately, the only heat Ian's used to packing is his hot water bottle. Watch the episode below!

VIDEO: Ross Evans, Ariana Shore, Jake Epstein, Krysta Rodriguez and More in New Webseries IAN
by TV News Desk - Jun 23, 2014

STAGE17.tv presents the world premiere of Ian, a new web series about a 25-year old nerd who believes himself to be the handsome hero in the cinematic stories of his dreams. Unfortunately for Ian, Bogey he is not. Watch the first episode below!

San Antonio Symphony and Majestic Theatre Announces Movie Concert Series; Tickets Go on Sale 6/20
by Courtnie Mele - Jun 19, 2014

In keeping with the San Antonio Symphony's long-standing partnership with the Majestic Theatre, the Symphony will introduce a new collaboration with a two-part movie concert series. This new concert series will take movie-watching experience to another level by featuring a full-length movie, "Star Trek Into Darkness," and an evening of classic Looney Tunes celebrated by "Bugs Bunny at the Symphony II," all with music scores accompanied live by the San Antonio Symphony.

Showtime to Load in ROADIES With Creators of WICKED, LOST and More
by Courtnie Mele - Jun 18, 2014

SHOWTIME has given a pilot production order to ROADIES, a comedy that follows the day-to-day life of a successful rock tour as seen through the eyes of music's unsung background players - the crew members who help get the show on the road. Cameron Crowe, who won an Oscar(R) for brilliantly chronicling the highs and lows of rock and roll life as witnessed by a Rolling Stone magazine cub reporter in his semi-autobiographical film Almost Famous, wrote and will direct the one-hour pilot (for a potential half-hour series). Crowe will executive produce with Emmy(R) and Tony(R) nominee Winnie Holzman (Huge, My So-Called Life, Wicked), who will serve as showrunner, as well as Emmy winners J.J. Abrams (Lost, Fringe, Person of Interest) and Bryan Burk (Lost, Fringe, Person of Interest). Kathy Lingg (Person of Interest, Revolution) is co-executive producer. ROADIES is produced by Bad Robot Productions, Vinyl Films and Dooley & Company Productions, in association with Warner Bros. Television. The announcement was made today by David Nevins, President, Showtime Networks Inc.

Maya Rudolph to Reunite with Tina Fey & Amy Poehler in THE NEST
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 13, 2014

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Maya Rudolph will reunite with her former SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE co-stars, Tiny Fey and Amy Poehler, in Jason Moore's upcoming comedy THE NEST.

UPDATE: Harrison Ford Fractures Ankle on Set of STAR WARS; Disney Releases Statement
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 13, 2014

Harrison Ford was injured on the set of Disney and LucasFilm's highly anticipated STAR WARS: EPISODE VII.

BREAKING: Harrison Ford Injured on STAR WARS Set; Taken to Hospital
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 12, 2014

Harrison Ford has been injured on the set of Disney and LucasFilm's highly anticipated STAR WARS: EPISODE VII.

VIDEO: 50 Cent Spoofs Disney's MALEFICENT on Jimmy Kimmel
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 6, 2014

During his appearance on last night's JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE, rapper 50 Cent shared his "MaleFiftyCent" trailer, a hilarious spoof on the hit Disney film. Check it out below!

Lupita Nyong'o to Star in, Produce Film Adaptation of AMERICANAH
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 5, 2014

According to Deadline, Oscar winner Lupita Nyong'o has signed on to star in and executive produce the film adaptation of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's novel AMERICANAH.

JJ Abrams Humorously Responds to STAR WARS Photo Leaks on Twitter
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 4, 2014

STAR WARS Episode VII director JJ Abrams turned to Twitter today to respond to recent photo leaks of images from the set of the highly anticipated film

BREAKING: Oscar Winner Lupita Nyong'o & More Join Cast of STAR WARS: EPISODE VII
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 2, 2014

Lupita Nyong'o has signed on to star in the highly anticipated upcoming installment of STAR WARS: EPISODE VII.

VIDEO: Jimmy Kimmel & Guillermo Take On National School Scrabble Champions
by Caryn Robbins - May 23, 2014

Every year JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE invites the winners of the National School Scrabble Championship to come to LA and play against the host.

GODZILLA Director Gareth Edwards to Helm Upcoming STAR WARS Spinoff Film
by Tyler Peterson - May 22, 2014

Which film Edwards will tackle has yet to be announced, though many have speculated the planned spinoffs might follow Boba Fett, Yoda, or a young Han Solo. Disney and Lucasfilm have just announced that Godzilla director Gareth Edwards has been tapped to helm one of the upcoming STAR WARS spinoff films. Gary Whitta will pen the untitled project's script. The studio has already confirmed three are in development, alongside J.J. Abrams' upcoming 'EPISODE VII.'

VIDEO: Vergara, Stone & More Featured in KIMMEL's Celebrities Read Mean Tweet #7
by Caryn Robbins - May 22, 2014

From time to time, JIMMY KIMMEL gathers those insults and package them together to illustrate the fact that words can hurt.

J.J. Abrams Announces Chance for Fans to Be in STAR WARS: EPISODE VII!
by Caryn Robbins - May 21, 2014

Today in a special video message from the set of Star Wars: Episode VII, director J.J. Abrams announced the creation of Star Wars: Force for Change

VIDEO: Iggy Azalea Performs 'Fancy,' feat. Charli XCX on JIMMY KIMMEL
by Caryn Robbins - May 16, 2014

Iggy Azalea teamed up with Charli XCX for a performance of the hit single 'Fancy' on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE outdoor stage last night.

JJ Abrams Tweets First Photo from the Set of STAR WARS: EPISODE VII
by Caryn Robbins - May 16, 2014

Yesterday, the film's director, JJ Abrams' Bad Robot tweeted a photo from the very first day of filming on a Star Wars movie in more than 10 years

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