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STAGE TUBE: The Princes Express Jealousy of CINDERELLA in New 'Agony' Parody
by Sally Henry Fuller - Mar 21, 2015


With Disney's recent release of CINDERELLA, it seems that not everyone in fairytale land is pleased. In the video below, watch as Cinderella's Prince and Flynn Rider bemoan their lack of popularity by singing a parody to 'Agony' from INTO THE WOODS.

Kenneth Branagh's CINDERELLA Hits IMAX Theaters Today
by Movies News Desk - Mar 13, 2015


Imax Corporation and Walt Disney Studios recently announced that the highly-anticipated live-action Cinderella - directed by Academy Award-nominee Kenneth Branagh and starring Academy Award-winner Cate Blanchett as the Stepmother and LILY James in the timeless title role - will be digitally re-mastered into the immersive Imax format and released in Imax theatres globally beginning today, March 13.

New FROZEN Short Opens in Theaters in Front of CINDERELLA Today
by Movies News Desk - Mar 13, 2015


Walt Disney Animation Studios' all-new short FROZEN FEVER which welcomes Anna, Elsa, Kristoff and Olaf back to the big screen, will open in theaters today, March 13, 2015, in front of Disney's 'Cinderella,' a live-action feature inspired by the classic fairy tale.

Over 14,000 People Attend 2015 Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival
by BWW News Desk - Feb 10, 2015


Nearly nine out of every ten seats were filled at last month's inaugural Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival, a major success that attracted a total audience of more than 14,000 to 83 different festival events, sold out more than 80 percent of its shows, and played to 87 percent capacity over the course of its 12-day run, January 14-25.

VIDEO: At Stroke of Midnight Disney Releases Sneak Peek at CINDERELLA!
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 1, 2015


Last night, at the stroke of midnight, Disney Studios released a sneak peek at its highly anticipated upcoming film CINDERELLA

Swarovski Adds Embellished Costumes & More to Disney's CINDERELLA Movie
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 29, 2014


Swarovski has collaborated with the Academy Award winning costume designer Sandy Powell to add some fairy tale sparkle to Disney's new enchanting live action film Cinderella. Directed by Kenneth Branagh and starring Lily James in the title role, Cinderella is due for release on March 13 th, 2015.

VIDEO: First Look - Trailer for Disney's CINDERELLA Has Arrived!
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 19, 2014


The trailer for Disney's live-action feature film CINDERELLA has arrived. The film hits theaters on March 13, 2015. Get a first look below!

UT Department of Theatre & Dance Presents ESPERANZA RISING, Now thru 10/12
by BWW News Desk - Oct 3, 2014


The University of Texas at Austin Department of Theatre and Dance presents the beloved children's story Esperanza Rising, today, October 3-12 at the B. Iden Payne Theatre.

UT Department of Theatre & Dance to Present ESPERANZA RISING, 10/3-12
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 8, 2014


The University of Texas at Austin Department of Theatre and Dance presents the beloved children's story Esperanza Rising, October 3-12 at the B. Iden Payne Theatre.

BWW Reviews: Stage Door, Inc.'s SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET is Exciting and Fascinating
by David Clarke - Jul 8, 2013


If you are alive and well in Houston, you know that audiences were able to pick from three different productions of Stephen Sondheim's infamous SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF STREET FLEET last weekend. Two of those productions even share the same opening and closing dates. Luckily for Houston audiences, each version of SWEENEY TODD being produced is distinctly different and unique, giving ample reason for local audiences to venture out and experience each one. Pasadena's Stage Door, Inc.'s SWEENY TODD adds the Steampunk aesthetic to the classic musical, giving the production an intriguing facelift that doesn't interfere in any way with the storytelling.

Las Vegas Railway Express, Inc. X Train Announces Negotiations With the City of North Las Vegas for New Train Station
by Robert Diamond - Jun 25, 2013


LAS VEGAS, NV - Las Vegas Railway Express, Inc. (OTCQB: XTRN) announced today that the company is in negotiations with the City of North Las Vegas for the new train station that will serve passengers traveling on the much-anticipated route between Southern California and Las Vegas, Nevada. The X Train, as it is known, has been in development for the past several years, and this step is a major milestone in returning passenger rail travel to the Southern California/Nevada corridor.

Disney/ABC to Launch Preview of 'WATCH ABC' Live Streaming Service
by Caryn Robbins - May 13, 2013


Dedicated to expanding its network and channel brands across multiple platforms and connecting viewers with their favorite shows anytime and anywhere.

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Season Finale of The CW's ARROW
by - May 10, 2013


On the Season Finale of The CW's ARROW titled 'Sacrifice', Oliver (Stephen Amell) and Diggle (David Ramsey) race to stop the Dark Archer (John Barrowman) from unleashing his vengeance on The Glades. Get a sneak peek below!

Kevin Kline, Maggie Smith to Star in Horovitz Directorial Debut
by Caryn Robbins - May 7, 2013


Variety reports that Maggie Smith, Kevin Kline, Jane Birkin and Dominique Pinon are set to star in the comedy drama MY OLD LADY. The project will be a big screen adaptation of the stage play by Israel Horovitz, who will make his feature film directorial debut.

Kevin Kline, Maggie Smith to Star in Horovitz Directorial Debut
by Caryn Robbins - May 7, 2013


Variety reports that Maggie Smith, Kevin Kline, Jane Birkin and Dominique Pinon are set to star in the comedy drama MY OLD LADY. The project will be a big screen adaptation of the stage play by Israel Horovitz, who will make his feature film directorial debut.

The York Theatre Company Announces Additions to Developmental Reading Series
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 24, 2013


The York Theatre Company (James Morgan, Producing Artistic Director; Andrew Levine, Executive Director) and its acclaimed Developmental Reading Series have announced the next three offerings: Analog & Vinyl, License to Marry and MR. Confidential.

Maggie Gyllenhaal Joins Cast of U.K. Comedy FRANK
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 3, 2013


Variety reports that Maggie Gyllenhaal has signed on to join the cast of FRANK, a comedy film from Lenny Abrahamson. The actress joins previously announced cast members Domhnall Gleeson, Michael Fassbender and Scoot McNairy.

ABC Airs HARRY POTTER AND THE ORDER OF THE PHOENIX Tonight
by TV News Desk - Dec 30, 2012


HARRY POTTER AND THE ORDER OF THE PHOENIX, starring Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Ralph Fiennes, Maggie Smith and Harry Melling, airs as the "ABC Today Movie of the Week," TONIGHT, DECEMBER 30 (8:00-11:00 p.m., ET), on the ABC Television Network.

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