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James McAvoy To Host SNL With Musical Guest Meek Mill
by Tori Hartshorn - Jan 14, 2019

James McAvoy will host “Saturday Night Live” for the first time on Jan. 26. He stars in the upcoming M. Night Shyamalan-directed thriller “Glass,” which arrives in theaters Jan. 18.

Review Roundup: Find Out What the Critics Are Saying About M. Night Shyamalan's GLASS
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 10, 2019

M. Night Shyamalan's 2016 film “Split” was revealed to be in the same universe as his 2000 thriller “Unbreakable,” and now Shyamalan has brought the characters together in the third film in the trilogy, “Glass.” What do critics think about, 'Glass,' does it hold up to the previous two films? Let's find out!

Alamo Drafthouse & Universal Pictures Announce the M. NIGHT SHYAMALANTHON
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 4, 2019

Alamo Drafthouse and Universal Pictures today announced The M. Night Shyamalanathon, the first-ever marathon screening of all three films in the filmmaker's trilogy: 2000's Unbreakable, 2016's Split, and the first American public screening of the third chapter, the explosive comic-book thriller, Glass.

Sam Smith Records Original Song for WATERSHIP DOWN, Peter Capaldi Joins the Cast
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 2, 2018

The forthcoming adaptation of Watership Down will feature an original song by Sam Smith, it was announced today. The Grammy, Brit and Academy award-winning artist was inspired by Richard Adams' classic novel to write and record Fire On Fire, an original song that will serve as the theme to the forthcoming animated mini-series. Fire On Fire was co-written with Steve Mac and was recorded by Sam Smith with the BBC Concert Orchestra at London's Abbey Road Studios in September 2018.

Andy Muschietti to Direct ATTACK ON TITAN
by Kaitlin Milligan - Oct 31, 2018

VIDEO: The X-Men Have to Save Jean's Soul and the Planet in the DARK PHOENIX Trailer
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 28, 2018

20th Century Fox has released the trailer for the upcoming X-Men film, DARK PHOENIX. The film, which hits theaters on February 14, 2019 is written and directed by Simon Kinberg. Watch the trailer below!

True or False? Meet the Cast of THE LIFESPAN OF A FACT- Now in Previews!
by Julie Musbach - Sep 20, 2018

The Lifespan of a Fact begins performances tonight, September 20, 2018. Get to know the cast below as they begin Broadway performances!

HBO, BBC, Bad Wolf, and New Line Partner on HIS DARK MATERIALS
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 13, 2018

HBO partners with BBC, Bad Wolf, and New Line Cinema in a co-prodution of 'His Dark Materials.' HBO co-production of 8-episode drama series currently set for 2 seasons. HBO secures worldwide rights to the series (excluding the UK).

PlayGround Marks Opening of 25th Season with Inaugural THE 24 HOUR PLAYS: BAY AREA
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 4, 2018

PlayGround, the Bay Areas' and Los Angeles' leading playwright incubator, marks the opening of its twenty-fifth season with a special one-night celebration and performance launching a bold new partnership.

THE 24 HOUR PLAYS To Launch At Berkeley Rep's Roda Theatre, 9/17
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 28, 2018

PlayGround, the Bay Areas' and Los Angeles' leading playwright incubator, marks the opening of its twenty-fifth season with a special one-night celebration and performance launching a bold new partnership.

TO ALL THE BOYS I'VE LOVED BEFORE is Now Available on Netflix
by Kaitlin Milligan - Aug 17, 2018

TO ALL THE BOYS I'VE LOVED BEFORE launches globally on Netflix Friday, August 17th.

THE 24-HOUR PLAYS: Comes to Berkeley Rep's Roda Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 3, 2018

PlayGround, the Bay Area's (and now Los Angeles') leading playwright incubator, will mark the opening of its twenty-fifth season with a special one-night gala celebration and performance, and the launch of a bold new partnership. In collaboration with NYC-based The 24 Hour Plays, PlayGround will present the inaugural The 24 Hour Plays: Bay Area, featuring fully produced and performed (i.e., off-book) performances of six original ten-minute plays by distinguished PlayGround alumni, written and developed over just twenty-four hours, and staged by an all-star cast of leading local directors and actors on Monday, September 17, at

Lin-Manuel Miranda, James McAvoy and More Cast in BBC Series HIS DARK MATERIALS
by Julie Musbach - Jul 27, 2018

According to Variety, a new BBC series titled HIS DARK MATERIALS will feature an all-star cast consisting of Lin-Manuel Miranda, James McAvoy, and Ruth Wilson. The series is based on fantasy novels written by Philip Pullman.

VIDEO: See the First Trailer for M. Night Shyamalan's GLASS
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 21, 2018

M. Night Shyamalan brings together the narratives of two of his standout originals-2000's Unbreakable, from Touchstone, and 2016's Split, from Universal-in one explosive, all-new comic-book thriller: Glass. 

CONAN Announces Guest Lineup for Week of Shows During Comic-Con International
by Tori Hartshorn - Jul 2, 2018

CONAN Announces Guest Lineup for Week of Shows During Comic-Con International

M. Night Shyamalan Releases 'Glass' Poster
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2018

M. Night Shyamalan has released the poster for his upcoming film, Glass.

Photo Coverage: M. Night Shyamalan Shares New Poster for Upcoming Thriller GLASS
by Macon Prickett - Jun 29, 2018

M. Night Shyamalan brings together the narratives of two of his standout originals—2000's Unbreakable, from Touchstone, and 2016's Split, from Universal—in one explosive, all-new comic-book thriller: Glass.

Xavier Dolan & Will Beinbrink Cast in New Line's IT: CHAPTER 2
by Macon Prickett - Jun 22, 2018

According to Deadline, Xavier Dolan and Will Beinbrink have landed supporting roles in New Line Cinema's IT Chapter Two for director Andy Muschietti, who helmed the original. The sequel portrays the kids — members of the Losers' Club, who were tormented by Pennywise — as adults. James McAvoy plays Bill, Bill Hader is Richie, Jessica Chastain is Beverly, James Ransone is Eddie, Andy Bean is Stanley, Jay Ryan is Ben and Isaiah Mustafa is Mike. Bill Skarsgard returns as Pennywise.

The Orchard Project Announces Participants In New Episodic Lab For TV Writers
by Macon Prickett - Jun 21, 2018

The Orchard Project, a nationally renowned performance laboratory, today announced the six original, independent pilots selected to participate in its first annual Episodic Lab. More than 430 artists applied to the inaugural year of the Episodic Lab, which will help writers develop television and episodic content, working with accomplished showrunners and producers as mentors. The pioneer artists include playwrights, cartoonist, and screenwriters — and they are working on a diverse set of pilots, focusing on everything from the world of rap to the world of celebrity cruises. Selected artists and projects include: BRIGHTSTAR! By Michael Cyril Creighton; CRACK'D by Nako Adodoadji; THE PARK by Amy Jephta; THE SHAMROCKS by Chris Sharp and Kate Barry; THE STRIP by Tom Toro; and TINO & HEDDY by Patricia Scanlon and Louis Mustillo.

GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS To Arrive On The Opera House Manchester Stage
by Stephi Wild - Jun 15, 2018

After 'sealing the deal' with critics and audiences alike during its smash hit West End run, Sam Yates' unmissable production of one of David Mamet's greatest and most lauded plays, Glengarry Glen Ross will embark on a nationwide tour from 14 February 2019 opening at the New Victoria Theatre, Woking. The hard-nosed sales team in this darkly funny classic will then visit Birmingham, Manchester, Milton Keynes, Glasgow, Richmond, Brighton and Cardiff with further tour dates to be announced shortly.

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