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THE SOUND OF MUSIC Will Air on ABC Dec. 15
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Dec 13, 2019

Families can continue their favorite holiday tradition of viewing the Rodgers & Hammerstein cinematic treasure, “The Sound of Music,” this year by tuning in to ABC on Sunday, December 15, 2019 at 7:00 P.M. ET/6:00 P.M. Central. Celebrate the Oscar®-winning classic by singing along to popular favorites such as “Edelweiss,” ”My Favorite Things,” “Climb Every Mountain,” “Do-Re-Mi,” “Sixteen Going On Seventeen,” “The Lonely Goatherd” and of course, “The Sound of Music.”

ABC to Air THE SOUND OF MUSIC on December 15
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 26, 2019

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Syd Mead to Be Honored with the 2020 ADG 'William Cameron Menzies' Award
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 26, 2019

Syd Mead, the 'visual futurist' and concept artist known for his design contributions to science-fiction films such as Star-Trek: The Motion Picture, Aliens, and Blade Runner, has been named the recipient of the William Cameron Menzies Award from the Art Directors Guild (ADG, IATSE Local 800) at the 24th Annual Excellence in Production Design Awards. The award recognizes his innovative neo-futuristic concept artwork on numerous legendary movies. The 2020 Awards will be held Saturday, February 1, 2020, at the InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown. The announcement was made today by ADG President Nelson Coates, ADG, and Awards Producer Scott Moses, ADG.

New Date Announced For An Evening With Rita Moreno At The Broad Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 26, 2019

The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage in Santa Monica presents The Broad Stage debut of Rita Moreno, with her trio, on Saturday, November 9 at 7:30pm. The Emmy, GRAMMY, Oscar and Tony winning legend is one of the busiest stars in show business.

THE SOUND OF MUSIC Comes To The Gateway
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 19, 2019

The spirited, romantic and beloved musical story of Maria and the von Trapp Family will charm audiences at The Gateway with its Tony, Grammy and Academy Award winning Best Score, including 'My Favorite Things,' 'Do-Re-Mi,' 'Climb Ev'ry Mountain,' 'Edelweiss' and the title song, 'The Sound of Music.'

PHOTO: First Look at Ariana DeBose as Anita in WEST SIDE STORY
by Stephi Wild - Jul 13, 2019

Ariana DeBose is taking on the role of Anita in the upcoming West Side Story film! Today, the actress shared a first look at herself in the role on her Instagram.

Photo Flash: Something's Coming... Get a First Look at Rachel Zegler, Ansel Elgort, and the Cast of the Upcoming WEST SIDE STORY Film!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2019

Something's coming! We've got a first look at the cast of the upcoming West Side Story film!

French Riviera Film Festival Wraps Up Inaugural Year With Special Awards Ceremony
by A.A. Cristi - May 24, 2019

The inaugural French Riviera Film Festival (FRFF) https://youtu.be/V0IjgNE4pF4, celebrating short film and short-form content, is pleased to announce its 2019 winners.

Geffen Playhouse to Honor Harry Belafonte and Lily Tomlin
by Julie Musbach - Apr 22, 2019

Geffen Playhouse will honor legendary singer, songwriter, actor and activist Harry Belafonte and groundbreaking performer, comedienne and activist Lily Tomlin during its 17th annual Backstage at the Geffen fundraiser, it was announced today.

BWW Interview: Paloma Garcia-Lee Talks WEST SIDE STORY Casting
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 17, 2019

Yesterday, additional casting was announced for the highly anticipated film adaptation of West Side Story from director Steven Spielberg. Paloma Grace-Lee was cast as Graziella, the girlfriend of the Jets' member Riff, who will be played by Dear Evan Hansen's Mike Faist.

WEST SIDE STORY Casts Mike Faist as Riff; 40 Sharks and Jets Members Also Cast
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 16, 2019

Dear Evan Hansen's Mike Faist has been cast as Riff of the Jets  in Fox's Steven Spielberg West Side Story film, according to Deadline. Puerto Rican singer and dancer Ana Isabelle will play Rosalia, a shark who works with Maria and Dance Moms' Maddie Ziegler has been cast as part of the Jets. They have also cast  over 40 performers set as Sharks and Jets!

Brian d'Arcy James and Corey Stoll Join Cast of WEST SIDE STORY Film
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 19, 2019

Brian d'Arcy James and Corey Stoll have been cast in Fox's Steven Spielberg West Side Story film, according to Deadline.

VIDEO: Rita Moreno Reveals the Most Important Part About the WEST SIDE STORY Film Reboot
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 8, 2019

Last night, Rita Moreno joined her 'One Day at a Time' costar Justina Machado and creator Gloria Calderon on the 'Busy Tonight' couch. During the interview, Moreno talks playing Lydia on the Netflix remake of the hit '70s show and she even divulges some information about the upcoming reboot of 'West Side Story'!

ESPECIAL SAN VALENTÍN: Conoce un poco más de cerca a los protagonistas de la nueva West Side Story
by Pablo Escudero Chamorro - Feb 7, 2019

Desde hace ya un tiempo sabemos que Steven Spielberg esta inmerso en un remake de West Side Story. Hoy nos adentramos un poco mas en la eleccion de los nuevos Tony y Maria para conocer de cerca a la pareja encargada de volver entonar la mitica 'Tonight'.

VIDEO: Rita Moreno Explains How the Spanish for the New WEST SIDE STORY Film Needed Some Tweaks
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 4, 2019

Rita Moreno stopped by the SiriusXM studios to talk  about the upcoming season of Netflix's One Day At A Time. While at the SiriusXM studios Moreno sat down with SiriusXM host Jessica Shaw where they discussed the new West Side Story.  

VIDEO: Meet WEST SIDE STORY Newcomer Rachel Zegler
by Alan Henry - Jan 14, 2019

The upcoming remake of WEST SIDE STORY directed by Steven Spielberg, with a screenplay by Tony Kushner has announced additional casting according to Deadline. Ariana DeBose will star as Anita, Tony Award Winner David Alvarez as Bernardo, and Josh Andres Rivera has been cast as Chino.

Breaking: David Alvarez, Ariana DeBose and More Join Spielberg's WEST SIDE STORY
by Alan Henry - Jan 14, 2019

The upcoming remake of WEST SIDE STORY directed by Steven Spielberg, with a screenplay by Tony Kushner has announced additional casting according to Deadline. Ariana DeBose will star as Anita, Tony Award Winner David Alvarez as Bernardo, and Josh Andres Rivera has been cast as Chino.

Rita Moreno Will Return to WEST SIDE STORY for Steven Spielberg Reboot
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 27, 2018

Rita Moreno, who famously played Anita in the original 1962 film version of West Side Story, will return for Steven Spielberg's upcoming adaptation. Moreno will play Valentina, a reconceived version of Doc. She will also serve as an Executive Producer.

Tony Kushner Reveals Exciting New Details On Steven Spielberg Remake of WEST SIDE STORY
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2018

This week at an event honoring playwright, Tony Kushner, the Angels in America author who is penning the screenplay to Steven Spielberg's remake of West Side Story dropped some major details on the project,

Rita Moreno and the Cast of WEST SIDE STORY Weigh in on Making Cameos in the New Film
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2018

50 years after the original West Side Story film was released, the world is preparing for Steven Spielberg's upcoming remake.

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