Anthony Mackie to Play MLK in HBO's ALL THE WAY Adaptation
Deadline writes that stage and screen actor Anthony Mackie will portray Martin LUTHER King Jr. alongside Tony-winning Broadway star Bryan Cranston, reprising his role as Lyndon B. Johnson in the TV version of Robert Schenkkan's play, helmed by Jay Roach.
Tammy Grimes & David Amram to be Honored at Theater for the New City's LOVE N' COURAGE Benefit
The two-time Tony Award-winning actress Tammy Grimes (PRIVATE LIVES, THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN) and composer David Amram (scores for the films SPLENDOR IN THE GRASS and THE MANCHURIAN CANDIDATE) will be honored at Theater for the New City's 12th annual LOVE 'N COURAGE evening on Monday, March 2 at 6 p.m. The National Arts Club (15 Gramercy Park South), it has been announced by Crystal Field, TNC's Executive Director (and an actress who appeared in SPLENDOR IN THE GRASS). Ms. Grimes will be awarded Theater for the New City's LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD.
Anne Hathaway Confirmed for Film Musical SONG ONE
Movieweb.com reports that Anne Hathaway has officially signed on to star in a new musical drama SONG ONE from Worldview Entertainment. The project will be helmed by Kate Barker-Froyland from her own screenplay.
Susan Lucci 'Hopes' to Return to ALL MY CHILDREN
In an interview with TVGuide, Lucci, who was a staple of the hit sudser until it wrapped in 2011, said she 'hopes' she can at least make an appearance on the online revival, currently airing on Hulu and iTunes.
Jessica Chastain to Play 'Jane' in Upcoming TARZAN Film?
Will Jessica Chastain be the next Queen of the Jungle? According to a report in this morning's NY Post, the Academy Award-nominated actress is considered to be the frontrunner to play 'Jane' in an upcoming Warner Bros. reboot of the classic film TARZAN.
Photo Flash: Cate Blanchett, Sandy Gore and More at Opening Night of UNCLE VANYA at Lincoln Center Festival!
Sydney Theatre Company's (STC) acclaimed production of Uncle Vanya by Anton Chekhov, adapted by Andrew Upton and directed by Tamas Ascher (whose staging of Ivanov for Katona Jozsef Theatre was critically acclaimed at Lincoln Center Festival 2009), just opened at the Lincoln Center Festival. The production was named the best play of the year by Washington Post critic Peter Marks, who put the play in the number one spot on his annual list of theatre's top ten. Check out photos from opening night below!
Photo Flash: The Paley Center's Evening with Christopher Plummer
Last night, the Paley Center celebrated Oscar, Emmy, and Tony Award-winner Christopher Plummer's television work (including Hamlet at Elsinore, Little Moon of Alban, and The Thorn Birds). Plummer appeard at the event, moderated by David Edelstein (Film Critic, New York Magazine and CBS Sunday Morning). Check out the photos below!
Photo Coverage: THE COLUMNIST Opens on Broadway - John Lithgow & More!
Manhattan Theatre Club's world premiere production of THE COLUMNIST by Tony and Pulitzer Prize winner David Auburn, directed by Tony Award winner Daniel Sullivan currently opened last night, April 25, at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. The production, which recently announced an extension, is scheduled to run though June 24, 2012. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you photo coverage from the opening night pre-show and post-show red carpets below!
Photo Flash: Clint Holmes Cabaret Opening Night
The Clint Holmes Cabaret opened last night, April 10, at Cafe Carlyle, New York. Check out these photos of Clint Holmes, Chita Rivera, Gloria Vanderbilt, Leslie Uggams, Clint Holmes, Michael Douglas, Tommy Tune and more.
Photo Flash: END OF THE RAINBOW's Starry Opening Night Arrivals!
END OF THE RAINBOW made its Broadway premiere last night, April 2, at the Belasco Theatre. Two-time Oliver Award-winner Tracie Bennett shines in Peter Quilter's acclaimed play about the legendary Judy Garland, directed by the Tony® Award winning Terry Johnson. Bennett is joined onstage by Michael Cumpsty, Tom Pelphrey and Jay Russell.
Photo Flash: THE WORLD OF NOEL COWARD Opening Reception
The life and career of playwright, composer, director and actor Noel Coward is being celebrated by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in a new touring exhibition, 'Star Quality: The World of Noel Coward' which is currently open at the Lincoln Center until August 12. These photographs from the New York launch party yesterday, March 11, feature Jim Dale, Dana Ivey and more.
Photo Flash: LOVE, LOSS AND WHAT I WORE Celebrates 900 Performances Off-Broadway
Love, Loss, and What I Wore's newest cast members Emily Dorsch (Lincoln Center's In The Next Room) and Tony Award-winner Daisy Eagan (The Secret Garden) joined returning cast members Sonia Manzano (Maria on "Sesame Street"), Loretta Swit (Hot Lips Houlihan on "MASH") and Myra Lucretia Taylor (Broadway's Nine) to celebrate the production's 900 performance last night, December 15.
Photo Flash: Hunter Foster, Adam Trese, et al. at BURNING Opening!
Off-Broadway's The New Group presents Burning, written by Thomas Bradshaw and directed by Scott Elliott, kicking off the company's 2011-12 Season. The production officially opened last night, November 14 at 7:00 PM. Burning plays a limited engagement through December 17 at The New Group @ Theatre Row (The Acorn Theatre, 410 West 42nd Street). Check out photos from the big opening below!
Photo Flash: Craig Bierko, Beth Leavel, et al. in STANDING ON CEREMONY
The Off Broadway production of Standing On Ceremony kicked off its open-ended run last night, November 7, and featured an introduction from Evan Wolfson, Founder and President of Freedom to Marry. Conceived by Brian Shnipper and directed by Stuart Ross, Standing On Ceremony: The Gay Marriage Plays began as a series of benefit events in Los Angeles, taking on a life of their own as an inspiring theatrical evening. The official opening night set for Sunday, November 13 and a premiere cast that includes Craig Bierko, Mark Consuelos, Polly Draper, Harriet Harris, Beth Leavel and Richard Thomas. Check out photos from the first preview below!
