James Lopez

CHARLY'S LUCKY MAGIC SPECTACULAR Will Come to Wonders HUB Stage
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 9, 2025

Hosted by the one and only Charly Wonder, this live variety show features some of Denver’s most talented magicians, bringing you an evening that’s as thrilling as it is nostalgic. With a vibe straight out of your favorite 1980s sitcom—where Cheers meets Night Court with a dash of young David Copperfield—this show will have you celebrating in green and embracing the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day in style. 

Busta Rhymes to Receive Icon Award at 7th Annual Innovators & Leaders Awards Brunch
by Michael Major - Jun 15, 2023

This exciting and unprecedented move will be unveiled with an incredible lineup of experiences and moments as we bestow upon him the prestigious Icon Award during the highly anticipated 7th Annual Innovators and Leaders Awards Brunch.

VIDEO: Chloe Bailey Stars In PRAISE THIS Musical Event Trailer
by Michael Major - Mar 6, 2023

Five-time Grammy nominee Chloe Bailey, star of Grown-ish and half of the sibling musical duo Chloe x Halle, stars in a new cinematic musical event set in the world of Atlanta’s competitive gospel youth choir praise teams. It also stars Druski, Anjelika Washington, Quavo, Tristan Mack Wilds, Loren Lott, Jekalyn Carr, and more. Watch the video now!

Universal Pictures' BEAST To Debut on Peacock
by Michael Major - Oct 4, 2022

The thriller follows recently widowed Dr. Nate Daniels (Idris Elba) and his two teenage daughters (Iyana Halley and Leah Sava Jeffries) as they travel to a South African game reserve managed by Martin Battles (Sharlto Copley), an old family friend and wildlife biologist. Watch the video trailer for the film now!

VIDEO: Idris Elba Stars in BEAST Film Trailer
by Michael Major - May 25, 2022

Idris Elba (Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw, The Suicide Squad) stars in a pulse-pounding new thriller about a father and his two teenage daughters who find themselves hunted by a massive rogue lion intent on proving that the savannah has but one apex predator. 

DCPA Selects Two Local Projects To Develop As Part Of Its Powered By Off-Center Program
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2021

DCPA Off-Center has announced not one, but two projects have been selected as part of its Powered By Off-Center program.

Back Lot Music Releases Universal Pictures' THE PHOTOGRAPH Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
by Abigail Charpentier - Feb 8, 2020

Back Lot Music has released the original motion picture soundtrack to Universal Pictures' THE PHOTOGRAPH today. The soundtrack to the film features an original score by multi-GRAMMY® winning recording artist Robert Glasper, as well as two new songs by recent GRAMMY® nominee Lucky Daye and GRAMMY® winning artist H.E.R. The romantic drama, starring Issa Rae and LaKeith Stanfield, arrives in theaters nationwide on Valentine's Day.

Focus Features & Will Packer Productions Developing Film Adaptation of WHEN I WAS YOU
by Kaitlin Milligan - Dec 3, 2019

Focus Features announced today that it will develop “When I Was You” with Will Packer Productions. The project is based on the upcoming book from suspense novelist Amber Garza, described as a female-driven thriller.  Garza's past works include “The Girl Frozen in Time,” “The Last Time I Saw Her,” and the “Prowl” trilogy.  Will Packer and James Lopez will produce under the Will Packer Productions banner. 

VIDEO: Issa Rae and LaKeith Stanfield Star in the Trailer for THE PHOTOGRAPH
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 1, 2019

On Valentine's Day, Issa Rae (HBO's Insecure, Little) and LaKeith Stanfield (FX's Atlanta, Sorry to Bother You) connect in a romance where a woman must learn from the secrets in her mother's past if she is to move forward and allow herself to love and be loved.

Issa Rae & LaKeith Stanfield Will Lead Romantic Drama THE PHOTOGRAPH
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Mar 19, 2019

Deadline reports Insecure's Issa Rae and Atlanta's LaKeith Stanfield will star in Universal/Will Packer Productions' romantic drama The Photograph, written and directed by Stella Meghie. Rae is executive producing.

Regina Hall Joins Issa Rae & Marsai Martin in Upcoming Universal Comedy LITTLE
by Macon Prickett - May 30, 2018

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Regina Hall will join Issa Rae and Black-ish star Marsai Martin in the Universal comedy Little.

The Cutting Room Presents Guilty Pleasures Cabaret
by Julie Musbach - Mar 29, 2018

THE CUTTING ROOM, presents Guilty Pleasures Cabaret in their 'Friday the 13th Freak Show' on Friday, April 13th, 2018. NYC's premier song and dance variety show takes on a sexy circus-themed vibe for their debut performance at this prestigious venue. The show features fishnet-clad dancers with synchronized routines who contort, tap dance, and entertain alongside cheeky comedians, magicians, drag acts, and phenomenal singers for night of spectacle and variety.

Guilty Pleasures Cabaret to Sing and Dance in HALLOWEEN FREAK SHOW
by BWW News Desk - Oct 27, 2017

THE DUPLEX, NYC's historic cabaret theater, presents Guilty Pleasures Cabaret in their 'Halloween Freak Show' today, Saturday & Sunday October 27 - 29. This sexy song and dance variety show takes on a spooky circus-themed vibe for the Halloween season in NYC's West Village - the heart of the Halloween celebrations. The show features fishnet-clad dancers who contort, tap dance, and entertain alongside comedians, magicians, and singers for night of spectacle and variety.

Guilty Pleasures Cabaret to Sing and Dance in HALLOWEEN FREAK SHOW
by Julie Musbach - Sep 24, 2017

THE DUPLEX, NYC's historic cabaret theater, presents Guilty Pleasures Cabaret in their 'Halloween Freak Show' on Friday, Saturday & Sunday October 27 - 29. This sexy song and dance variety show takes on a spooky circus-themed vibe for the Halloween season in NYC's West Village - the heart of the Halloween celebrations. The show features fishnet-clad dancers who contort, tap dance, and entertain alongside comedians, magicians, and singers for night of spectacle and variety.

4th Wall Theatre Opens 20th Anniversary Season with GUYS and DOLLS in Concert
by BWW News Desk - Sep 30, 2016

4TH WALL THEATRE opens its 20th anniversary season with the Broadway classic, Guys and Dolls in concert. The show features music and lyrics by Frank Loesser and a book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows. The story is based on 'The Idyll of Miss Sarah Brown' and 'Blood Pressure' - two short stories by Damon Runyon, and also borrows characters and plot elements from other Runyon stories - most notably 'Pick the Winner.' The show has a limited run of September 30, and October 1, 2 at the Westminster Arts Center in Bloomfield.

4th Wall Theatre Opens 20th Anniversary Season with GUYS and DOLLS in Concert
by BWW News Desk - Sep 29, 2016

4TH WALL THEATRE opens its 20th anniversary season with the Broadway classic, Guys and Dolls in concert. The show features music and lyrics by Frank Loesser and a book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows. The story is based on 'The Idyll of Miss Sarah Brown' and 'Blood Pressure' - two short stories by Damon Runyon, and also borrows characters and plot elements from other Runyon stories - most notably 'Pick the Winner.' The show has a limited run of September 30, and October 1, 2 at the Westminster Arts Center in Bloomfield.

4th Wall Theatre Opens 20th Anniversary Season with GUYS and DOLLS in Concert
by Liz Cearns - Sep 6, 2016

4TH WALL THEATRE opens its 20th anniversary season with the Broadway classic, Guys and Dolls in concert. The show features music and lyrics by Frank Loesser and a book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows. The story is based on 'The Idyll of Miss Sarah Brown' and 'Blood Pressure' - two short stories by Damon Runyon, and also borrows characters and plot elements from other Runyon stories - most notably 'Pick the Winner.' The show has a limited run of September 30, and October 1, 2 at the Westminster Arts Center in Bloomfield.

4th Wall Theatre to Present HANDS ON A HARDBODY
by Tyler Peterson - May 28, 2015

4th Wall Theatre, a non union professional theatre in Bloomfield, NJ is presenting Hands on a Hardbody which had its World Premiere at La Jolla Playhouse in 2012 and then ran at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre on Broadway in 2013.  4th Wall's production will be directed by Kate Swan.

A CHRISTMAS STORY to Play Barn Theatre, Begin. 11.21
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 31, 2014

The Barn Theatre of Montville, New Jersey will be presenting 'A Christmas Story the Musical'. Performances will be on November 21, 28, 29, December 5, 6, 12, 13 at 8pm; and on November 22, 23, 30, December 7 at 2pm. Tickets are $24 (senior/student tickets are $22 on matinees only).

Photo Flash: First Look at Barn Theatre's A CHORUS LINE
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2013

'A CHORUS LINE', the one 'Singular Sensation' and winner of nine Tony Awards including Best Musical, makes its Barn Theatre debut as the finale to the Barn's 85th Anniversary season. Directed by Jay Mills, with musical direction by Jack Bender and choreography by Desiree Caro, evening performances of 'A CHORUS LINE' will run May 17, 25, 31, June 1, 7 and 8 at 8pm; matinee performances run May 18, 19, 26 and June 2 at 2pm. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!