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VIDEO: Watch the New Trailer For Darren Aronofsky's THE WHALE Film Adaption Photo VIDEO: Watch the New Trailer For Darren Aronofsky's THE WHALE Film Adaption
by Michael Major - December 14, 2022

A new trailer for Darren Aronofsky’s film adaptation of The Whale has been released. The film is an adaptation of Samuel D. Hunter's acclaimed stage play and stars Brendan Fraser, Sadie Sink, Hong Chau, Ty Simpkins, and Samantha Morton. Watch the new video trailer now!...


A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD Comes to East Lynne in Cape May Photo A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD Comes to East Lynne in Cape May
by Stephi Wild - September 05, 2024

 East Lynne Theater Company in Cape May will produce Samuel D. Hunter’s award-winning play “A Case for the Existence of God,” 7 p.m. Wednesdays to Saturdays, Sept. 18 through Oct. 12....


Interview: Playwright Samuel D. Hunter Discusses Adapting THE WHALE Into a Film Photo Interview: Playwright Samuel D. Hunter Discusses Adapting THE WHALE Into a Film
by Michael Major - December 08, 2022

BroadwayWorld caught up with playwright Samuel D. Hunter after The Whale's highly-anticipated premiere to discuss how he adapted the play into a film, how it was rehearsed like a theatrical production, Brendan Fraser's acclaimed performance, and more....


Curious Theatre Company Presents A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD Photo Curious Theatre Company Presents A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD
by A.A. Cristi - January 09, 2025

Curious Theatre Company will present the regional premiere of A Case for the Existence of God by Samuel D. Hunter, the celebrated playwright behind the Oscar-winning The Whale....


Cast Set For World Premiere of JENNA & THE WHALE at Ground Floor Theatre Photo Cast Set For World Premiere of JENNA & THE WHALE at Ground Floor Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 22, 2023

Ground Floor Theatre in collaboration with Broadway United has revealed the cast for Jenna & The Whale by Vanessa Garcia and Jake Cline....


Stephanie Hsu, Brian Tyree Henry, Michelle Yeoh & More Nominated For 2023 Oscars - Fu Photo Stephanie Hsu, Brian Tyree Henry, Michelle Yeoh & More Nominated For 2023 Oscars - Full List of Nominations!
by Michael Major - January 24, 2023

The nominations for the 2023 Academy Awards were announced. Notable nominees included Stephanie Hsu, Brian Tyree Henry, Hong Chau, Angela Bassett, Diane Warren, Lady Gaga, Brendan Fraser, Paul Mescal, Andrea Riseborough, Michelle Yeoh, and The Whale. Check out the complete list of nominations now!...


Michelle Yeoh, Brendan Fraser, and More Take Home 2023 HCA Film Awards Photo Michelle Yeoh, Brendan Fraser, and More Take Home 2023 HCA Film Awards
by Blair Ingenthron - February 26, 2023

The Hollywood Critics Association have announced the complete list of winners for their Inaugural HCA Creative Arts Awards and the 6th Annual HCA Film Awards. A24's EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE, which had the most nominations in the organization's history, took home seven awards (Best Editing, ...


Brendan Fraser to Star in Samuel D. Hunter's GRANGEVILLE at Signature Theatre Photo Brendan Fraser to Star in Samuel D. Hunter's GRANGEVILLE at Signature Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 11, 2024

Signature Theatre will present Samuel D. Hunter’s Grangeville, a Signature-commissioned world premiere directed by Jack Serio starring Brendan Fraser and more....


THE WHALE to Be Released on Digital, DVD & Blu-Ray in March Photo THE WHALE to Be Released on Digital, DVD & Blu-Ray in March
by Michael Major - February 07, 2023

Brendan Fraser’s captivating performance as withdrawn but sweet-natured English teacher Charlie in The Whale arrives on Blu-ray™ + Digital and DVD. Directed by Darren Aronofsky (Requiem for a Dream, Black Swan, mother!), and based on the play by Samuel D. Hunter, The Whale is an intimate exploration...


Raúl Castillo, Jessie Buckley & More Nominated For Gotham Awards - Full List on Nomin Photo Raúl Castillo, Jessie Buckley & More Nominated For Gotham Awards - Full List on Nominations
by Michael Major - October 25, 2022

The nominations were announced live from Cipriani Wall Street by Emmy-nominated star of Pose and American Horror Story on FX, and now as Roxie Hart in Chicago on Broadway, Angelica Ross. Ross was joined by Jeffrey Sharp, award-winning film producer and the Executive Director of The Gotham....


Interview: Playwright Samuel D. Hunter Discusses Adapting THE WHALE Into a Film Photo Interview: Playwright Samuel D. Hunter Discusses Adapting THE WHALE Into a Film
by Michael Major - December 08, 2022

BroadwayWorld caught up with playwright Samuel D. Hunter after The Whale's highly-anticipated premiere to discuss how he adapted the play into a film, how it was rehearsed like a theatrical production, Brendan Fraser's acclaimed performance, and more....


Review: ONCE UPON A PINE: THE ADVENTURES OF PINOCCHIO at Theatre In The Round Photo Review: ONCE UPON A PINE: THE ADVENTURES OF PINOCCHIO at Theatre In The Round
by Jared Fessler - August 08, 2024

Once Upon A Pine: The Adventures of Pinocchio, presented by Sugar Throw Theatre and directed by Kolie Shaw, is currently playing at the Minnesota Fringe Festival 2024 at the Theater in the Round. This production tells the tale of one of the most beloved puppets, Pinocchio, who is carved from an ench...


BAD PEOPLE By Kati Schwartz Launches as Audio Play Photo BAD PEOPLE By Kati Schwartz Launches as Audio Play
by Stephi Wild - January 12, 2023

Bad People, by Kati Schwartz launches as an Audio Play on January 12th, 2023. Bad People is a serio-comic audio drama, a hilarious and poignant window into the mind of a grief-stricken young woman. Using dry humor, unabashed nerd-ism, and cartoon dinosaurs, award-winning playwright Kati Schwartz giv...


Darren Aronofsky Reveals He is Working on a BLACK SWAN Musical Photo Darren Aronofsky Reveals He is Working on a BLACK SWAN Musical
by Stephi Wild - December 14, 2022

Director and filmmaker Darren Aronofsky has revealed that he is working on a Black Swan musical. In an new interview, the director of new film The Whale said that he also may be interested in making a movie musical someday....


A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD Will Make Australian Premiere Photo A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD Will Make Australian Premiere
by Stephi Wild - March 12, 2024

Outhouse Theatre Co and Seymour Centre will present the Australian premiere of the highly-acclaimed, A Case for the Existence of God, at the Seymour Centre, 11 April – 4 May....


Noah Reid Returns To Coal Mine Theatre In November In A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD Photo Noah Reid Returns To Coal Mine Theatre In November In A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD
by A.A. Cristi - September 26, 2024

Noah Reid, known for his role in SCHITT'S CREEK, will perform with Mazin Elsadig in A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD at Coal Mine Theatre, directed by Ted Dykstra, starting this November....


KILL THE WHALE Adds Additional Performance at Joe's Pub Photo KILL THE WHALE Adds Additional Performance at Joe's Pub
by Stephi Wild - March 27, 2024

Due to popuar demand, an additional night has been added for KILL THE WHALE at Joe's Pub, which will now play on Sunday, April 14 at 6:00 PM and Monday, April 15 at 7:00 PM. ...


The Shed to Present North American Premiere of Wu Tsang's MOBY DICK; OR, THE WHALE Photo The Shed to Present North American Premiere of Wu Tsang's MOBY DICK; OR, THE WHALE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 07, 2022

The Shed will present MOBY DICK; or, The Whale, a new feature-length silent film by award-winning filmmaker and visual artist Wu Tsang. With original music composed by Caroline Shaw and Andrew Yee with Asma Maroof and conducted by Daniela Candillari, its presentation at The Shed will be performed li...


2023 OCTG Theatre Awards Winners Revealed Photo 2023 OCTG Theatre Awards Winners Revealed
by Stephi Wild - April 19, 2023

Live theater was celebrated again on Monday night during the second OC Theatre Guild Awards ceremony at the Samueli Theater at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, which was again nearly filled to the rafters with artists from all over the county....


Stephanie Hsu, Rachel Brosnahan & More Nominated For SAG Awards - Full List of Nomina Photo Stephanie Hsu, Rachel Brosnahan & More Nominated For SAG Awards - Full List of Nominations!
by Michael Major - January 11, 2023

The Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards will stream live on Netflix globally beginning in 2024 thanks to a new multi-year partnership between Netflix and the SAG Awards. The nominations include Amanda Seyfried, Jessica Chastain, Emily Blunt, Martin Short, Steve Martin, Jean Smart, Rachel Brosnahan, Je...


Sadie Sink to Star in O'DESSA Rock Opera Film Photo Sadie Sink to Star in O'DESSA Rock Opera Film
by Michael Major - January 17, 2023

Sadie Sink will star in Searchlight Pictures' O'Dessa, a new rock opera film directed by Geremy Jasper. The film will feature original songs by Jasper and Jason Binnick. Sink will begin shooting in Croatia in May, before starting to film the final season of Stranger Things in the summer....


Amber Gray, Grace McLean, and More Will Perform in Daniel Emond's KILL THE WHALE at J Photo Amber Gray, Grace McLean, and More Will Perform in Daniel Emond's KILL THE WHALE at Joe's Pub
by Stephi Wild - February 26, 2024

KILL THE WHALE, a new rock, hiphop, and folk opera by 2023 Larson Grant Recipient Daniel Emond, will premiere at Joe’s Pub on Sunday, April 14 at 6:00 PM. Learn more about the performance and find out who will star here!...


Review: A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD at Stages Houston Photo Review: A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD at Stages Houston
by Brett Cullum - June 01, 2024

Intimacy is one of STAGES THEATRE’s core values. And they should point to this anytime they want to proclaim proof of it. You can’t do this in a larger space. Nobody else in town could pull this off. It is a prime example of what this company does best....


Austin Film Festival Announces Screenings of THE WHALE, ARMAGEDDON TIME, and More Photo Austin Film Festival Announces Screenings of THE WHALE, ARMAGEDDON TIME, and More
by Blair Ingenthron - September 10, 2022

Austin Film Festival (AFF), the premier film festival recognizing writers’ and filmmakers’ contributions to film, television, and new media, has announced that The Whale will serve as the festival’s Opening Night selection. Directed by Academy Award®-nominee Darren Aronofsky (Requiem for a Dream, Bl...


MATILDA Movie, KINKY BOOTS & More Nominated For MUAHS Guild Awards Photo MATILDA Movie, KINKY BOOTS & More Nominated For MUAHS Guild Awards
by Michael Major - January 11, 2023

The Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild (MUAHS, IATSE Local 706) has announced nominations for the 2023 MUAHS Guild Awards. Nominees included Matilda the Musical, Kinky Boots, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Spirited, Hocus Pocus 2, Beauty & the Beast: A 30th Celebration, and High School Musica...






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