Walt Disney Pictures has announced that they are extending their casting search for the upcoming STAR WARS: EPISODE VII and are currently accepting video submissions for specific roles in the film.
LucasFilm and Disney made the announcement the afternoon on StarWars.com, with Alan Horn, chairman of The Walt Disney Studios saying in a statement: 'We're very excited to share the official 2015 release date for Star Wars: Episode VII, where it will not only anchor the popular holiday filmgoing season but also ensure our extraordinary filmmaking team has the time needed to deliver a sensational picture.'
On a press call to promote his new FOX series ALMOST HUMAN today, J.J. Abrams spoke about the recent turnover of writers for the highly anticipated next installment of STAR WARS.
In a post on StarWars.com, Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy confirmed that the LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE scribe has departed the film, slated as a return to the franchise, with director J.J. Abrams and former STAR WARS writer Lawrence Kasdan now handling scripting duties.
London's West End theater producers Michael Harrison and David Ian's screen-to-stage adaptation of the 1992 massive film 'The Bodyguard,' which originally starred the late Whitney Houston, who played the fictional singing superstar Rachel Marron, and Kevin Costner, who played the title role, in the celluloid version, have recently released a new promo trailer for 'The Bodyguard's' ongoing run at the Adelphi Theatre in London (Strand, London WC2R 0NS, United Kingdom).
Last night, Oct. 2, Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre's production of Neil Simon's 'The Sunshine Boys' with Danny DeVito and Judd Hirsch opened, and will continue through November 3, 2013. Below, check out a first look at DeVito, Hirsch, and Justin Bartha's first bows, plus the starry red carpet arrivals and opening night celebration, including the cast of IT'S ALWAYS SUNNY IN PHILADELPHIA!
To celebrate Beverley Knight making her West End debut in The Bodyguard Musical TONIGHT, the producers of the show have released an exclusive teaser of her performing the iconic track "I Will Always Love You". Beverley joins the cast of the hit West End musical, to play the leading role of Oscar-nominated superstar Rachel Marron, alongside Tristan Gemmill as Frank Farmer.
Here's the third exclusive song clip of Beverley Knight singing iconic tracks from The Bodyguard Musical. This week's clip features the multiaward winner singing an excerpt from classic Whitney Houston song 'I'm Every Woman'.
The Bodyguard Musical have released the very first clip of multi award-winning recording artist Beverley Knight, singing the classic Whitney Houston track 'I Have Nothing'. This follows on from last week's exclusive footage of 'Queen Of The Night'.
Not only did Star Wars Celebration Europe reveal the news that John Williams will be returning to score STAR WARS: EPISODE VII, but also Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy took time to discuss the upcoming movie at a panel with Warwick Davis. She talked about spending time with J.J. Abrams and the writing team, balancing special effects and real locales, and more. Click below to watch the interview!
It's official! Longtime STAR WARS composer John Williams will be returning to score the franchise's latest entry, STAR WARS: EPISODE VII. ComingSoon.net confirmed that Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy announced the news today at Star Wars Celebration Europe. Below, the legendary composer talks about returning to a galaxy far, far away. Click to watch!
To celebrate the The Big Chill's 30th anniversary, TIFF is hosting a reunion of its own for the cast and crew as part of this year's Toronto International Film Festival.
The Bodyguard has been nominated for Best New Musical at the Oliviers this year, with leading ladies Heather Headley and Debbie Kurup also up for awards for their performances and designer Tim Hatley also recognised for his work.
EW reports that the Walt Disney Company has revealed plans to make a number of spin-off movies unrelated to the post-Return of the Jedi trilogy that had already been announced. The first two such films in the 'spin-off' series will focus on the beloved characters Han Solo and Boba Fett.
After days of rumors, Disney and Lucasfilms have confirmed that J.J. Abrams will officially be directing the upcoming STAR WARS: EPISODE VII. The studios confirmed it today via press release, check out their full statements below:
Award-winning screenwriter-playwright Tom Stoppard is set to receive the Writers Guild of America, West's 2013 Laurel Award for Screen, honoring lifetime achievement in outstanding writing for motion pictures.
George Lucas and Kathleen Kennedy's discussion on the sale of Lucasfilm to Disney, as well as new developments for the Star Wars movie franchise, has been released in five parts. Watch them all below!
According to The Hollywood Reporter, J.J. Abrams reportedly declined an offer to helm the upcoming STAR WARS; EPISODE VII film. In a recent interview with Empire Magazine, the director reveals that while he discussed the possibility with Lucasfilm, he decided in the end that he would 'rather be in the audience.'
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEK: LES MISERABLES premieres in London, ASSASSINS Cast reunites, NEWSIES goes to Disney World, and so much more!
Today, in the New York Post, Michael Riedel reports that the show, whose producers include the Nederlander Organization, is aiming for Broadway in the Spring of 2014.
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