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Daniel Craig Shares His Worst Experience Performing on Stage
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2021


It was recently announced that Daniel Craig's next venture will be Broadway, coming to New York in a production of Macbeth next year. Craig, no stranger to the stage, recently shared the worst experience he's had while performing in theatre, in a new interview.

BWW Interview: Leslie Odom Jr. Teases Season Two of CENTRAL PARK!
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jun 22, 2021


The Tony winner also reveals what he's most excited about now that Broadway is on its way back.

Leslie Odom Jr. Joins KNIVES OUT 2
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 18, 2021


The first 'Knives Out' starred Daniel Craig as Benoit Blanc, a detective sent to crack the case of the mysterious death of a mystery author. Craig will return to reprise his role for the second film. 

The 27 Best Theater Tweets from Theater Stars and Fans This Week
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Feb 26, 2021


We're rounding up 27 tweets from the week of 2/22/2021 to 2/26/2021 from Broadway stars and theater fans!

Higher Ground Productions Announces New Slate of Netflix Projects
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Feb 5, 2021


Higher Ground Productions, President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama’s production company in partnership with Netflix, today announced a new slate of upcoming projects.

HAMILTON Wins a Special AFI Award
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jan 25, 2021


The Disney Plus pro-shot edition of 'Hamilton' will be honored with a special award at the 2020 AFI Awards! 

Podcast Launches With Behind-the-Scenes Conversations From Bill T. Jones, Isabel Allende, Yo-Yo Ma, Kemp Powers and More
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2021


WaitWhat, the media invention company founded by former TED executives June Cohen and Deron Triff — creators of the award-winning hit podcasts Masters of Scale and Meditative Story — today released the premiere episode of Spark & Fire , an imaginative new audio series that turns the “creative process” into a captivating, edge-of-your-seat hero's journey.

The Los Angeles Philharmonic Wraps The Inaugural Season Of Its Sound/Stage Series With FINALES
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 16, 2020


SOUND/STAGE, the LA Phil’s series of concert films, premieres the final episode of its inaugural season, “Finales,” Friday, November 20, at 10am. The program explores endings and what they can mean via a musical performance featuring the Los Angeles Philharmonic, led by Music & Artistic Director Gustavo Dudamel, online conversations with Alejandro G. Iñárritu and Gabriela Ortiz, an essay by Rian Johnson and an animated short film from Jordan Wong.

BWW Blog: Who Should Direct the Forever Delayed Wicked Movie?
by Student Blogger: Maria Puig - Nov 2, 2020


'Wicked' fans have been early waiting for a film adaptation for years, but every new piece of news is just another setback.

The Los Angeles Philharmonic Announces LA Phil Media Project
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 21, 2020


The Los Angeles Philharmonic today announced the details of SOUND/STAGE, an online compendium of concert films and related interviews, essays, and artwork. Films will be released weekly beginning September 25, through November 20, 2020. The series is one of a number of far-reaching media partnerships and digital initiatives, including the At Home with Gustavo radio program and In Concert at the Hollywood Bowl television series, to fall under the LA Phil Media umbrella.

TIFF Announces Industry Offerings and New Slate of Festival Ambassadors
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jul 23, 2020


TIFF announced today the new digital look of its Industry structure and programmes at the 2020 Festival. All Industry engagement and opportunities will be online, including business and talent development and its Industry Conference, taking place September 10–15. 

TIFF Unveils Plans for 2020 Festival, Featuring CONCRETE COWBOY, Halle Berry's Directorial Debut & More!
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jun 24, 2020


TIFF announced today that the 45th edition of the Toronto International Film Festival, taking place September 10–19, is tailored to fit the moment, with physical screenings and drive-ins, digital screenings, virtual red carpets, press conferences and industry talks.

McCarter Presents Anthony Shaffer's SLEUTH
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2020


In a remote manor in the British countryside, a celebrated murder mystery writer drafts his next great detective novel. But when he invites his wife's lover to his home for a glass of scotch, it suddenly becomes unclear where the fictional plot ends and the real game begins. Sleuth will keep you on the edge of your seat with a suspenseful game of cat-and-mouse filled with plotted murder, jealousy, and revenge. The production runs March 10 through March 29 in McCarter's Matthews Theatre. More about the production at mccarter.org.

PARASITE, Renee Zellweger, Elton John & More Win Big at the OSCARS - Full Winners List!
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 9, 2020


On Sunday, February 9, the 2020 Oscars took place at the Dolby Theatre and aired live on ABC .

KNIVES OUT Sequel in the Works at Lionsgate
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 7, 2020


Lionsgate is working on a sequel to  “Knives Out,” according to Variety.

Lionsgate Will Produce KNIVES OUT Sequel
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Feb 6, 2020


Deadline reports that Lionsgate has planned a sequel to Knives Out - it was hinted that this sequel will set up a whole franchise.

PARASITE, JOJO RABBIT, and More Take Home Writers Guild of America Awards; Full List!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 2, 2020


The Writers Guild of America Awards were handed out yesterday! Big winners for the night included Parasite and Jojo Rabbit in the film categories, and Succession and Barry for television.

1917, SUCCESSION, FLEABAG, CHERNOBYL, and More Win Top Honors At The 31st Annual Producers Guild Awards; Full List!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 19, 2020


The Producers Guild of America (PGA) hosted the 31st Annual Producers Guild Awards on the evening of Saturday, January 18 at the Hollywood Palladium. A full list of winners is below.

Cynthia Erivo, Sam Mendes & More are Nominated for 2020 OSCARS - See the Full List!
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 13, 2020


This morning, Actor and producer John Cho and actor/writer/producer Issa Rae hosted the two-part live presentation of the Oscars 2020 nominations announcement for all 24 Oscar categories.

AMERICAN SON, FOSSE/VERDON, & More Nominated for Producers Guild Awards
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 7, 2020


The Producers Guild of America (PGA) announced today the Motion Pictures and Television nominees for the 31st Annual Producers Guild Awards. Winners in these categories will be announced at the PGA awards ceremony on January 18 at the Hollywood Palladium.  

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