Manuel Puig

KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN to Hold Private Screening for International Distributors
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 7, 2025

Following its world premiere at Sundance, Kiss of the Spider Woman is continuing to look for a distributor. The Jennifer Lopez-led musical film will hold a private screening next week for potential buyers in Berlin.

Jennifer Lopez, Bill Condon & More Talk KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN at Sundance World Premiere
by Tyler Hinton - Jan 28, 2025

BroadwayWorld was on hand at the Sundance world premiere of KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN on January 26, 2025 and spoke with the creative team and performers on the carpet. Filled with breathtaking intimate moments, and stunningly edited and designed with meaningful visuals, it is a love letter to the classic movie musical that transcends the genre with moving messages about how we can allow ourselves to evolve through acceptance.

Video: Jennifer Lopez Recalls Auditioning for CHICAGO, EVITA, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 27, 2025

During the Sundance Film Festival this past weekend, Jennifer Lopez shared that she previously auditioned for film adaptations of Chicago, Evita, and Nine.

Review Roundup: KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Film Starring Jennifer Lopez Premieres at Sundance
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2025

The new film version of Kiss of the Spider Woman officially made its premiere this past weekend at the Sundance Film Festival. Starring Jennifer Lopez, this new adaptation is written and directed by Bill Condon. Learn more about the film's origins and see what the critics thought of the new film.

Bill Condon Shares Differences in New Film Version of KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2025

Bill Condon, who has written and directed the upcoming Kiss of the Spider Woman film, recently discussed the film at the Sundance Film Festival. He talked about the differences between this version versus others, and more.

Video: Jennifer Lopez Shares if She'll Ever Appear in BYE BYE BIRDIE
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2025

With Jennifer Lopez appearing in the new movie musical adaptation of Kiss of the Spider Woman, the rumor mill is circulating about what musical she may be seen in next.

Jennifer Lopez Reveals New Look at KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 25, 2025

Jennifer Lopez has released a new look at Kiss of the Spider Woman on her Instagram account. The upcoming movie musical, based on the Broadway show of the same name, is making its world premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival in Park City and Salt Lake City, Utah this weekend.

Jennifer Lopez Comments on WICKED Success; Says KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN is 'More Indie'
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 8, 2025

In a new interview, Jennifer Lopez commented on the success of Wicked, which has achieved enormous box office and commercial success, before discussing her new movie adaptation of Kiss of the Spider Woman.

KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN's Tonatiuh Praises 'Breathtaking' Co-Star Jennifer Lopez
by Sidney Paterra - Dec 31, 2024

Kiss of the Spider Woman star Tonatiuh has discussed his experience working on the film adaptation of the Kander and Ebb musical classic with show business legend, Jennifer Lopez.

KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Movie Sets World Premiere at 2025 Sundance Festival
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 11, 2024

Kiss of the Spider Woman has set its world premiere. The upcoming movie musical, based on the Broadway show of the same name, will make its world premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival in Park City and Salt Lake City, Utah.

The Estate of Chita Rivera to be Auctioned at Bonhams
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2024

One-of-a-kind costumes, awards, photographs, and ephemera from the extraordinary career of Broadway legend Chita Rivera (1933-2024) will be auctioned online at Bonhams.

Jennifer Lopez Cancels Summer Tour to 'Be With Her Children, Family and Close Friends'
by Josh Sharpe - May 31, 2024

Jennifer Lopez has announced that she will no longer be embarking on her summer tour, effectively canceling all 30 shows. This follows a previous cancellation of seven dates in March. In support of her new album, This is Me...Now, the tour would have been her first North American tour in five years.

Jennifer Lopez Says John Kander Was Involved in KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Movie
by Josh Sharpe - May 21, 2024

According to a new report, Jennifer Lopez, who recently finished filming the upcoming film Kiss of the Spider Woman, said working with composer John Kander on the film was 'a dream.' Kander wrote the score for the 1993 Broadway musical, winning a Tony alongside lyricist and frequent collaborator Fred Ebb. “John Kander, who is 97 years old, was in the studio with me,” Lopez said. “He is the most beautiful man.'

Video: Jennifer Lopez Discusses 'Exhilarating' KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Film
by Josh Sharpe - May 14, 2024

Last week, Jennifer Lopez stopped by Live with Kelly and Mark and briefly discussed the upcoming film adaptation of Kiss of the Spider Woman, based on the hit Kander and Ebb musical. “I just finished a movie called Kiss of the Spider Woman, where it was all singing and dancing, which was equal parts exhilarating and exhausting as well,' Lopez said. Watch the interview!

Tony Kushner Will Receive Pen/Mike Nichols Writing For Performance Award At Pen America Literary Awards
by Stephi Wild - Apr 12, 2024

PEN America announced that playwright and screenwriter Tony Kushner among the career achievement honorees for its 2024 PEN America Literary Awards  hosted by Academy Award-nominated writer and comedian Jena Friedman.

Diego Luna and Tonatiuh Join Jennifer Lopez in KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 9, 2024

Diego Luna and Tonatiuh have joined the upcoming film based on the Broadway musical. In Kiss of the Spider Woman, Diego Luna and Tonatiuh will play Valentin Arrequi and Luis Molina, respectively. Led by Jennifer Lopez, Kiss of the Spider Woman tells the story of these two men as they attempt a mental escape from the torture of their imprisonment. 

Jennifer Lopez-Led KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Film Enters Production
by Michael Major - Mar 20, 2024

Jennifer Lopez has officially begun working on the Kiss of the Spider Woman film adaptation. The 'This Is Me...Now' artist posted a quote to her story, also writing 'Day One,' followed by the spider web emoji. Learn more about the movie musical which will be helmed by Bill Condon.

Jennifer Lopez To Star In KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Film Adaptation
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 7, 2023

Global superstar Jennifer Lopez has signed on to star in a big screen adaptation of John Kander, Fred Ebb, and Terrence McNally's 1993 Broadway musical, Kiss of the Spider Woman.

Reflexionarán En La Tallera Sobre La Inteligencia Artificial Y Su Aplicación En El Quehacer Humano
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 23, 2023

La Tallera, museo de arte contemporáneo del Proyecto Siqueiros, del Instituto Nacional de Bellas Artes y Literatura (Inbal), ubicado en Cuernavaca, Morelos, ofrecerá seis charlas sobre inteligencia artificial, en las cuales explorarán diversas perspectivas relacionadas con el uso de estas herramientas en los campos del arte, el periodismo y las ciencias cognitivas, entre otros. El objetivo es reflexionar alrededor de las múltiples implicaciones que estas tecnologías tienen y tendrán en nuestras vidas.  

Interview: Ed F. Martin Leaving His Indelible Mark With His KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN
by Gil Kaan - Mar 21, 2023

Next up at A Noise Within, Manuel Puig’s Kiss of the Spider Woman beginning April 1, 2023 (with previews starting March 26th). Michael Michetti directs this classic two-hander with Adrián González and Ed F. Martin. Ed, a familiar face on the Los Angeles stages, managed to squeeze out some time between rehearsals to answer a few of my queries.