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Mark Hamill Reveals Details from Set of STAR WARS
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 25, 2014


In an all-new red carpet interview with BBC News, Mark Hamill shared details on the highly anticipated upcoming STAR WARS installment.

Photo Coverage: Mark Hamill Debuts Luke Skywalker Look from STAR WARS: EPISODE VII
by BWW Special Coverage - Jul 24, 2014


Despite the air-tight security surrounding STAR WARS: EPISODE VII, Mark Hamill took a break from shooting to attend the premiere of Marvel's GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY - inadvertently giving viewers a first glimpse at Luke Skywalker's look in J.J. Abrams' upcoming film. Check out photos from the premiere below!

Details Revealed for John Boyega's STAR WARS Character
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 21, 2014


Badass Digest shares details about the character that actor John Boyega will portray in the film.

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.

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.

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.'

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

Harrison Ford Set for Lead Role in STAR WARS VII; Adam Driver to Play His Son?
by Caryn Robbins - May 13, 2014


Ford's character, space adventurer Han Solo's role will be significantly larger than that of Luke and Leia.

VIDEO: Star Wars Day Greeting from J. J. Abrams and Lawrence Kasdan
by Courtnie Mele - May 4, 2014


Director J. J. Abrams and screenwriter Lawrence Kasdan wish their fans a happy Star Wars Day. The duo are currently in London working on the next installment of the Star Wars series. Check below to watch their 'video selfie!'

STAR WARS: EPISODE VII Still Has One Female Role Left to Cast
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 29, 2014


Walt Disney Pictures and Lucasfilm may have announced the majority of its STAR WARS: EPISODE VII cast earlier today, but sources have confirmed that a final key role has yet to be filled.

THE REAL HISTORY OF SCIENCE FICTION Premieres 4/19 on BBC America
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 10, 2014


BBC AMERICA delves into the real history of science fiction with filmmakers, writers, actors and graphic artists looking back on their experiences and on how their obsession and imagination has taken them into the unknown. The new original documentary series is a BBC AMERICA and BBC Two co-production. The Real History of Science Fiction premieres Saturday, April 19, 10:00pm ET.

Melissa Errico & More Set for Symphony Space's KURT WEILL ON BROADWAY Today
by BWW News Desk - Oct 7, 2013


Symphony Space opens its 2013-14 Music season with 'Kurt Weill on Broadway,' tonight, October 7 (8 pm) at the Peter Jay Sharp Theatre. Today marks the 70th anniversary of the Broadway opening of Weill's One Touch of Venus. Ted Chapin hosts a stellar cast featuring Melissa Errico, Brent Barrett, Judy Blazer, and Ron Raines, plus winners of the international Lotte Lenya Competition.

Exclusive: Symphony Space Presents KURT WEILL ON BROADWAY and First Look at VENUS Cover
by Robert Diamond - Oct 4, 2013


Some of Broadway's best will take the stage at New York's Symphony Space on 7 October 2013 to celebrate the American music of Kurt Weill. Hosted by Ted Chapin, the evening will highlight songs from Venus as well as favorites from other Weill shows, including Street Scene, Lady in the Dark, Love Life, Lost in the Stars, Knickerbocker Holiday, The Threepenny Opera, and Happy End. The starry cast features Melissa Errico, Brent Barrett, Judy Blazer, and Ron Raines alongside Lotte Lenya Competition winners Richard Todd Adams, Douglas Carpenter, Cooper Grodin, Justin Hopkins, Zachary James, Analisa Leaming, Jacob Keith Watson, and Maren Weinberger. Weill specialist James Holmes, who conducted a fully staged production of Venus at England's Opera North in 2004, music directs, and Richard Jay-Alexander directs.

Melissa Errico and More Set for Symphony Space's KURT WEILL ON BROADWAY, 10/7
by BWW News Desk - Aug 27, 2013


Symphony Space will open its 2013-14 Music season with 'Kurt Weill on Broadway,' Monday, October 7 (8 pm) at the Peter Jay Sharp Theatre. The show takes place on the 70th anniversary of the Broadway opening of Weill's One Touch of Venus. Ted Chapin hosts a stellar cast featuring Melissa Errico, Brent Barrett, Judy Blazer, and Ron Raines, plus winners of the international Lotte Lenya Competition.

Vince Esoldi Autograph Suit To Be Sold On Ebay 8/18, Benefits Actors Fund
by BWW News Desk - Aug 18, 2010


After a career on Broadway and at Radio City Music Hall, New Jersey wardrobe & hair professional Vince Esoldi is retiring along with his unique Autograph Suit with over 300 famous signatures!

Vince Esoldi Autograph Suit To Be Sold On Ebay 8/18, Benefits Actors Fund
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 13, 2010


After a career on Broadway and at Radio City Music Hall, New Jersey wardrobe & hair professional Vince Esoldi is retiring along with his unique Autograph Suit with over 300 famous signatures!

A One-on-One with the Legendary Phil Collins
by Nick Orlando - May 21, 2006


He has sold more than 70 million solo albums and is best known as a drummer, songwriter and performer. Oscar-winning songwriter and seven-time Grammy Award winner Phil Collins can now add Broadway composer to his credits. He has written the music and lyrics, and has even expanded his songs for Disney's film into a complete theatre score.

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