Michael Arndt News

Phil Lord and Chris Miller to Headline State of the Story Conference in NYC

by A.A. Cristi — October 2, 2026

Storytelling360 will present a keynote conversation with Phil Lord and Chris Miller at its State of the Story Conference at the Directors Guild Theater.

Melody Khamp: The Silent Performance Backed By Oscar Winner

by Team BWW — January 12, 2026

​​​​​​​Though she started from humble beginnings, Melody Khamp has always made the most of every moment.

THE HUNGER GAMES: THE BALLAD OF SONGBIRDS & SNAKES Sets 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray And DVD Release Dates

by Michael Major — January 2, 2024

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Los Angeles Awards; Voting Ends 12/31

by BWW Awards — December 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight.

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Los Angeles Awards; 44: THE UNOFFICIAL, UNSANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL, 1984, House of Bards Theatre Company & More Lead!

by BWW Awards — December 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

HUNGER GAMES: THE BALLAD OF SONGBIRDS & SNAKES Coming to PVOD Tomorrow

by Michael Major — December 18, 2023

The cast features Tom Blyth (Benediction), Golden Globe® winner Rachel Zegler (Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy, West Side Story, 2022), Emmy® Award winner Peter Dinklage (Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series, “Game of Thrones,” 2019), Hunter S

BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; 44: THE UNOFFICIAL, UNSANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL, 1984, House of Bards Theatre Company & More Lead!

by BWW Awards — December 11, 2023

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards December 5th Standings; INTO THE WOODS Leads Best Musical!

by BWW Awards — December 5, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; 1984 Leads Best Play!

by BWW Awards — November 27, 2023

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; BRING IT ON: THE MUSICAL Leads Best Musical!

by BWW Awards — November 20, 2023

The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Viola Davis Will Join Rachel Zegler in HUNGER GAMES Prequel Film

by Michael Major — August 15, 2022

Viola Davis has joined the cast of the upcoming Hunger Games prequel film as the story's villain, Dr.

Rachel Zegler to Lead THE HUNGER GAMES Prequel Film

by Michael Major — May 31, 2022

Rachel Zegler, who recently recevied critical acclaim for her performance as Maria in Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story, will star as Lucy Gray Baird in Lionsgate’s Hunger Games prequel film, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes.

EL GRAN SHOWMAN llega a Disney+ en diciembre

by Cristina Martinez — November 25, 2020

Disney+ sigue ampliando su catálogo de películas y series y en el mes de diciembre incluirá el aclamado musical EL GRAN SHOWMAN.

Sundance Institute Names 2020 January Screenwriters Lab Fellows

by Sarah Jae Leiber — December 17, 2019

Fifteen screenwriters will convene to advance their independent projects at Sundance Institute's January Screenwriters Lab, taking place at the Sundance Mountain Resort in Utah, from January 17-22, 2020.

Photo Flash: First Look at LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE in Brighton

by Stephi Wild — May 22, 2019

The quirky off-Broadway hit musical Little Miss Sunshine's UK tour heads to Theatre Royal Brighton from Tue 11 - Sat 15 June.

Lucy O'Byrne And Mark Moraghan To Join UK Tour Of LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE

by Stephi Wild — May 1, 2019

Lucy O'Byrne and Mark Moraghan are to join the cast of the quirky off-Broadway hit musical Little Miss Sunshine for its UK tour which begins at Churchill Theatre, Bromley on 16 May 2019.

Selladoor Productions And Arcola Theatre Present The European Premiere Of LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE

by A.A. Cristi — April 29, 2019

Little Miss Sunshine, the quirky off-Broadway hit musical will embarks on a UK tour starting at New Wolsey Theatre, Ipswich on 20 May 2019.

Laura Pitt-Pulford, Gary Wilmot, and More Will Lead The European Premiere Of LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE

by Stephi Wild — January 30, 2019

The European premiere of Little Miss Sunshine at Arcola Theatre will star Olivier nominee Laura Pitt-Pulford as Sheryl, the matriarch of the eccentric Hoover family, Olivier award winner Gary Wilmot as Grandpa (the role that won Alan Arkin an Academy award), Gabriel Vick as Sheryl's husband Richard,

Blank Canvas Theatre Announces its 2019 Season - KISS OF THE SPIDERWOMAN, THE WHO'S TOMMY, and More

by Stephi Wild — January 14, 2019

This season, Blank Canvas will welcome four female directors to its staff! Blank Canvas theater is committed to fostering a diverse and equitable theater community.

Sundance Institute Announces 2019 January Screenwriters Lab Fellows: Emerging Writers and Experienced Advisors Come Together for Creative Dialogue

by Tori Hartshorn — December 13, 2018

Fifteen screenwriters from countries including the U.