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Syracuse University's Department of Drama presents David Mamet's SPEED-THE-PLOW, beginning tonight, February 21, and running through March 2, 2014 at Arthur Storch Theater.

Focusing on Alan Kahn, author of 'The Speed Bag Bible' and known as the 'Speed Bag King', you will hear his inspirational story and see some of the most talented speedbaggers and punchdrummers in the world explain why the speed bag is so addictive. Men and women alike, of all ages and abilities have found what is called 'Bible-Style' punching to settle the mind, build the body and be an all-around fun activity... an addiction that is good for you. Beginning with the invention of the rubber punching ball (or what is now known as the speed bag or speed ball) in the late 1800's in Troy, NY, the film documents the history of its development over the years. From the days of 'Fancy Punching' Vaudeville acts to today's bible-style punchers it is still one of the best methods for developing hand speed, timing and eye-hand coordination. Alan Kahn explains how he was first introduced to the speed bag and what led to his life's mission of creating a language or notation that anyone could read, understand and use to learn the various techniques and combinations that are known as 'Bible-Style' punching. Vintage footage along with in-depth interviews of the most advanced speedbaggers and punchdrummers of today, add insight into the Art of the Bag. www.artofthebag.com

'Camera Cars' the fourth in a series of Behind-The-Scene Featurettes from NEED FOR SPEED has been released. The film, starring Aaron Paul and Dominic Cooper hits theaters March 14, 2014. Get a first look below!

“Super Car Showcase,” the third in a series of Behind-The-Scene Featurettes from NEED FOR SPEED has been released. The film, starring Aaron Paul and Dominic Cooper hits theaters March 14, 2014.

A new behind-the-scenes featurette for Dreamworks Pictures NEED FOR SPEED has been released. The film, starring Aaron Paul and Dominic Cooper hits theaters March 14, 2014. Get a first look below!

A new behind-the-scenes featurette for Dreamworks Pictures NEED FOR SPEED has been released. The film, starring Aaron Paul and Dominic Cooper hits theaters March 14, 2014. Get a first look below!

"Write what you know", they say. One thing the great playwright David Mamet knows is the inside story of Hollywood movies. Bergen County Players continues its "From Page to Stage" season with Mamet's Speed-the-Plow, a no-holds-barred look at the cutthroat world of the Hollywood film industry, over four weekends beginning Saturday, January 11th and concluding Saturday, February 1st. Performed at the Little Firehouse Theatre in Oradell, Friday and Saturday performances are at 8 pm and Sunday performances are at 2 pm. Tickets can be purchased online at www.bcplayers.org, by calling 201-261-4200 or by visiting the box office at 298 Kinderkamack Road during regular box office hours. Please note that this production contains mature language and themes.

Rarely has a curtain call so nicely traced the arc of a play as Otterbein University's production of SPEED-THE-PLOW did last Friday at the Campus Center Theatre. At the conclusion of the three-act play, each one of the actors Tori Hidalgo (Karen), Sam Ray (Charlie Fox) and Sean Murphy (Bobby Gould) try to sit in the comfortable leather chair behind the boss' desk only to be shooed away by another.

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When Otterbein University sophomore Tori Hidalgo signed on to do the David Mamet play, SPEED-THE-PLOW, she thought it was a great chance to play Karen, a naive secretary that becomes the object of a bet between Bobby Gould (played by senior Sean Murphy) and Charlie Fox (senior Sam Ray).

The Detroit duo of Josh Epstein and Daniel Zott, together known as Dale Earnhardt Jr. Jr., have revealed the details of their new sophomore album. The Speed Of Things will be released today, October 8th on Warner Bros. Records, supported by a big Fall tour with label mates Atlas Genius.

Simon Evans directs the world premiere of this exciting new play by Maureen Chadwick, creator and writer of award-winning dramas Bad Girls, Footballers' Wives and Waterloo Road. The Speed Twins, which runs for five weeks at Riverside Studios 3 from tonight 29 August - Saturday 28 September, is an exhilarating, intriguing and moving story about a long lost love between two women. Press night is Tuesday 3 September at 7.45pm.

Deadline reports that Idris Elba has signed on to star in an all-new racing documentary for Shine TV titled KING OF SPEED.

Simon Evans directs the world premiere of this exciting new play by Maureen Chadwick, creator and writer of award-winning dramas Bad Girls, Footballers' Wives and Waterloo Road. The Speed Twins, which runs for five weeks at Riverside Studios 3 from Thursday 29 August - Saturday 28 September, is an exhilarating, intriguing and moving story about a long lost love between two women. Press night is Tuesday 3 September at 7.45pm.

The California Capital Airshow (CCA), presented by Sacramento County, today announced the addition of Chip Yates, founder and CEO of Flight of the Century, Inc. (www.flightofthecentury.com), and his ongoing mission to 'make science cool' as he attempts to break his current world speed record of 202 miles per hour in an electric airplane in front of the crowd at Mather Airport on Saturday, October 5, 2013.

Once upon a time, a director told a group of young students of the theater to, "keep it simple, stupid." I know it happened cause I was there. This idiea of simplicity is not new or confined to theatrical productions, of course. In many facets of our life, simplicity is the way to go. Sticking to theater, though, Counter-Productions Theatre Company's current production of Speed-The-Plow is another good example of why simple is better.

Spare Stage, the award-winning Bay Area theatre company, presents Oleanna, David Mamet's exploration of sexual politics in academia, for two weekends only, tonight, June 6-16 at EXIT's Studio Theatre, 156 Eddy Street in downtown San Francisco. The drama features AaRon Murphy and Frannie Morrison, and is directed by Stephen Drewes.

On last night's WATCH WHAT HAPPENS LIVE, former SPEED-THE-PLOW star Elisabeth Moss had some choice words for Jeremy Piven, who made headlines in 2009 for exiting the show due to mercury poisoning.

Pulitzer-Prize-winning author David Mamet's Speed-the-Plow premiered on Broadway in 1988 at the Royale Theatre, starring Madonna. This was the pop sensation's first theatrical role on the Great White Way. Below, watch interviews and more from opening night in 1988!

Spare Stage, the award-winning Bay Area theatre company, presents Oleanna, David Mamet's exploration of sexual politics in academia, for two weekends only, June 6-16 at EXIT's Studio Theatre, 156 Eddy Street in downtown San Francisco. The drama features Aaron Murphy and Frannie Morrison, and is directed by Stephen Drewes.

Spare Stage, the award-winning Bay Area theatre company, presents Oleanna, David Mamet's exploration of sexual politics in academia, for two weekends only, June 6-16 at EXIT's Studio Theatre, 156 Eddy Street in downtown San Francisco. The drama features Aaron Murphy and Frannie Morrison, and is directed by Stephen Drewes.

In an interview with The New York Times, stage and screen star Jeremy Piven talks about his early exit, due to mercury poisoning, from 2009's Speed-the-Plow on Broadway and the subsequent breach-of-contract dispute.

Today, 7 Speed Reading creators announced the importance of Ebook reader reviews as a valid method for accessing the most efficient Ebook readers available. The software representatives stated that the use of Ebook readers is a growing trend, and anyone who does not yet use this technology should consider it, if they want to pleasantly and effectively improve on their literacy.

I'm a big fan of the works of playwright David Mamet, and with his play, SPEED THE PLOW, he takes aim at the cutthroat world of Hollywood. It's a fascinating look at what sells and what doesn't when you're talking about the big screen. And, it also shows how friendships can be pushed to the brink by perceived betrayals. Marked by solid performances from the cast, the play is funny and telling in equal measure. The current production by The New Jewish Theatre is nicely constructed and executed, as well as providing ample food for thought.

HBO will present the premiere of the new original biopic PHIL SPECTOR on Sunday, March 24th at 9/8c. The cable network has just released the first official trailer for the film. Check it out below!