Short Talks on the Universe

Nora Ephron's LUCKY GUY Coming to Broadway in March 2013

According to an Equity casting notice, Nora Ephron's LUCKY GUY will open on Broadway at a Shubert Theatre in March 2013. Though casting has not been announced, Tom Hanks was previously attached to the project before Ephron's death last summer. (more...)

Broderick Set for TOWER HEIST Film

According to Deadline.com, stage and screen star Matthew Broderick is set to star in Brett Ratner's Tower Heist. Broderick joins previously announced Ben Stiller, Eddie Murphy, Alan Alda, Tea Leoni, Gabourey Sidibe and Michael Pena in the film. (more...)

STAGE TUBE: Watch Ellen Barkin & Bobby Cannavale on MODERN FAMILY!

On last night's episode of ABC's hit comedy series MODERN FAMILY entitled 'Send Out the Clowns, Tony Award-Winner Ellen Barkin ('The Big Easy,' 'Ocean's Thirteen') and Bobby Cannavale ('Will & Grace,' 'Third Watch') made guest star appearances. The episode took place at the funeral service for a beloved clown mentor which reunited Cameron with his estranged ex-clown partner, Lewis (Bobby Cannavale). Also in the episode, Phil was serious about landing a very important listing, only to get trumped by a notorious bulldozer of an agent, Verna Roth (Ellen Barkin); and Manny had a cool new friend, which made both Jay and Gloria suspicious. Miss the episode? Catch up below! (more...)

Photo Flash: First Look - Bobby Cannavale, Ellen Barkin Guest Star on ABC's MODERN FAMILY Tonight

On the March 14th episode of ABC's hit comedy series MODERN FAMILY entitled 'Send Out the Clowns, Tony Award-Winner Ellen Barkin ('The Big Easy,' 'Ocean's Thirteen') and Bobby Cannavale ('Will & Grace,' 'Third Watch')make guest star appearances. (more...)

Alec Baldwin to Develop a Broadway Musical

According to contactmusic.com, 30 Rock's Alec Baldwin revealed in an interview with Men's Journal Magazine that he is developing a new Broadway musical with director Scott Ellis. No dates have been set and few details have been released. (more...)

STAGE TUBE: Donna McKechnie and Mary Testa Remember Nora Ephron

Ephron's Love, Loss And What I Wore is currently playing at Asolo Rep in Florida, starring Loretta Swit, Donna McKecknie, Mary Testa, Roni Geva, and Rosalyn Coleman. Art Whisperer recently caught up with two of the show's stars, McKecknie and Testa, who shared their thoughts on Ephron's untimely passing and what they love most about her work. To hear their thoughts, click below. (more...)

Nora Ephron's LUCKY GUY Still Coming to Broadway

In early May, BroadwayWorld reported that Tom Hanks will be heading to Broadway in 2013 in Nora Ephron's LUCKY GUY. According to the New York Times, the production will still happen, despite Ephron's recent death. A new production timeline has not yet been announced. (more...)

Playwright and Filmmaker Nora Ephron Dies at 71

As confirmed by The New York Times, playwright and filmmaker Nora Ephron passed away today, June 26, 2012. She was 71. Ephron is well known for her films When Harry Met Sally, Sleepless in Seattle, You've Go Mail and more recently, Julie & Julia. For the stage, Ephron has written Short Talks on the Universe, Love, Loss, and What I Wore, Imaginary Friends, Lucky Guy, and more. (more...)

Film Society of Lincoln Center Tributes Nora Ephron with Free YOU'VE GOT MAIL Screening Today, 7/24

The Film Society of Lincoln Center celebrates the life, work, and wit of Nora Ephron at Stonehenge Village tonight, July 24, with a special screening of her classic NYC romantic comedy 'You've Got Mail', along with favorite clips from Ephron's modern American classic films. (more...)

Film Society of Lincoln Center Tributes Nora Ephron with Free YOU'VE GOT MAIL Screening, 7/24

The Film Society of Lincoln Center celebrates the life, work, and wit of Nora Ephron at Stonehenge Village on Tuesday, July 24, with a special screening of her classic NYC romantic comedy 'You've Got Mail', along with favorite clips from Ephron's modern American classic films. (more...)

Kevin Kline in Talks to Join LAS VEGAS Film, Starring Robert De Niro, Morgan Freeman and Michael Douglas

According to Deadline, Kevin Kline is in talks to join Robert De Niro, Morgan Freeman and Michael Douglas in the comedy Las Vegas. Jon Turteltaub directs; Dan Fogelman writes. (more...)

Stephen Bogardus, Jeffry Denman, and More Join Classic Stage Company's PASSION- Full Cast Announced!

Classic Stage Company, under the leadership of Artistic Director Brian Kulick and Executive Director Greg Reiner, today announced complete casting for the company's upcoming new production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's Tony Award-winning musical PASSION, to be directed by John Doyle (director of the acclaimed Broadway revivals of Sondheim's Sweeney Todd and Company). Joining previously announced Melissa Errico (Clara), Judy Kuhn (Fosca) and Ryan Silverman (Giorgio) in the production are Stephen Bogardus (Colonel Ricci), Jeffry Denman (Lieutenant Barri), Jason Michael Evans (Private Augenti), Amy Justman (understudy), Ken Krugman (Lieutenant Torasso), Orville Mendoza (Sergeant Lombardi), Tom Nelis (Doctor Tambourri) and Will Reynolds (Major Rizzoli/Ludovic). PASSION is slated to begin performances on February 8, 2013 at CSC (136 East 13th Street), with an official press opening scheduled for Thursday, February 28, playing a limited engagement through Sunday, April 7. Tickets will go on sale to the public beginning at Noon on Thursday, January 3. (more...)

Ellen Barkin to Join Andrew Rannells in NBC's 'The New Normal' Pilot

Deadline.com announced that Emmy Award winner Ellen Barkin is in negotiations to join the previously announced Andrew Rannells in the new NBC pilot 'The New Normal.' The comedy is created and produced by GLEE's Ryan Murphy and Allison Adler. (more...)

Photo Flash: First Look - Bobby Cannavale, Ellen Barkin Guest Star on ABC's MODERN FAMILY

On the March 14th episode of ABC's hit comedy series MODERN FAMILY entitled 'Send Out the Clowns, Tony Award-Winner Ellen Barkin ('The Big Easy,' 'Ocean's Thirteen') and Bobby Cannavale ('Will & Grace,' 'Third Watch')make guest star appearances. (more...)

Matthew Broderick & Sutton Foster to Star in NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT Reading

According to Variety, Broadway favorites Sutton Foster and Matthew Broderick are set to participate in an October reading of the Gershwin musical, Nice Work If You Can Get It. The reading will be headed by Kathleen Marshall, who was one of the producers who backed the show during its run in Boston in 2008. (more...)

Photo Flash: First Look - Rannells, Barkin in THE NEW NORMAL

NBC's new comedy THE NEW NORMAL will premiere Tuesday, September 11, 9:30-10 p.m. ET. The series stars Broadway vets Andrew Rannells and Ellen Barkin. Check out just-released promo photos below! (more...)

Judy Kuhn and Melissa Errico Set to Lead PASSION at Classic Stage Company in 2013

Classic Stage Company, under the leadership of Artistic Director Brian Kulick and Executive Director Greg Reiner announced today that acclaimed/awarding winning actresses Judy Kuhn and Melissa Errico will star as Fosca and Clara in the company's new production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's Tony Award-winning musical PASSION, to be directed by John Doyle (the Tony Award-winning revivals of Sondheim's Sweeney Todd and Company). PASSION is slated to begin performances in February, 2013. Additional casting will be announced in the coming weeks and months, as well as full creative team. PASSION opened on Broadway in May of 1994 and received the Tony Award that year for Best Musical. (more...)

SONDHEIM WEEK: Sondheim Trivia

BroadwayWorld is proud to present a look at the extensive work of Stephen Sondheim on Broadway! Check out these Sondheim on Broadway facts! (more...)

SONDHEIM WEEK: 1984-Current

BroadwayWorld is proud to present a look at the extensive work of Stephen Sondheim on Broadway! Check out Sondheim's Broadway credits, 1984-Current! (more...)

Tribeca Film Festival Announces Prize Named for Nora Ephron

The Tribeca Film Festival has announced that they will launch a new annual award to honor the late playwright Nora Ephron, according to Variety. The award, to be called 'The Nora Ephron Prize', will award a monetary prize of $25,000 and will be given for the first time during the 2013 Tribeca Film Festival. (more...)

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