NINE Blue-ray/DVD Release Set for May 4
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment will release Rob Marshall's film musical NINE on Blue-ray and DVD on May 4, according to Blue-ray.com. It is reported that bonus features will accompany the discs, including an exclusive interview with Sophia Loren, commentary by Rob Marshall and producer John DeLuca as well as three music vidoes.
PROMISES, PROMISES with Hayes & Chenoweth to Play Bway Theatre, Opens 4/25
Broadway Across America (John Gore, Thomas B. McGrath, Beth Williams), Craig Zadan, Neil Meron, Candy Spelling and The Weinstein Company will present the first-ever Broadway revival of PROMISES, PROMISES this spring at the Broadway Theater (1681 Broadway). Previews will begin on Sunday, March 28th, 2010 with an opening night slated for Sunday, April 25th, 2010. The musical is written by legends Neil Simon (book), Burt Bacharach (music), and Hal David (lyrics). Emmy Award winner Sean Hayes will make his Broadway debut starring in the role of Chuck Baxter opposite Tony and Emmy Award winner Kristin Chenoweth, returning to Broadway as Fran Kubelik. Tony and Emmy Award winner Rob Ashford will also make his Broadway directorial debut and choreograph. More casting and creative team members will be announced in the near future.
Tommy Tune Praises Rob Marshall's NINE
Tommy Tune, in an interview with Variety, praised film director Rob Marshall for his delivery in the movie musical NINE. Tune directed the original Broadway installment of NINE, which had a successful run from 1982 - 1984 at the 46th Street Theatre.
STAGE TUBE: The Cast of 'Nine' Guests On Larry King Live
The big screen adaptation of Nine the Musical stars Daniel Day-Lewis, Penelope Cruz and Nicole Kidman. The all-star cast is directed by Rob Marshall, who also helmed critically-acclaimed 2002 musical Chicago - which garnered six Academy Awards, including a Best Supporting Actress nod for Catherine Zeta-Jones.
Cover Art Revealed for NINE Soundtrack; Available in Stores 12/22
The upcoming film adapation of Maury Yeston and Arthur Kopit's 'Nine' is now available for pre-order and will be released on December 22nd. The soundtrack, to be released by Geffen Records, will include the full score with the addition of three new songs written specifically for the film, entitled 'Guarda la Luna', 'Cinema Italiano' and 'Take It All'.
'Nine' Soundtrack Available in Stores 12/22
The upcoming film adapation of Maury Yeston and Arthur Kopit's 'Nine' will be available for purchase beginning December 22nd. The soundtrack, to be released by Geffen Records, will include the full score with the addition of three new songs written specifically for the film, entitled 'Guarda la Luna', 'Cinema Italiano' and 'Take It All'.
First Trade Ads Appear for NINE's Academy Awards Campaign
The first trade ads for NINE's Academy Awards Campaign have been released. One ad promotes the consideration of Michael Tolkin and Anthony Minghella for Best Adapted Screenplay, while the other promotes the film's leading man Daniel Day-Lewis to be considered in all categories, including Best Actor.
STAGE TUBE: Marion Cottilard Toasts Golden Globe Nomination on 'Late Night With Jimmy Fallon'
Marion Cottilard appeared on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon where she the late show host proposed a toast, accompanied by French Champagne, to celebrate her recent Golden Globe nomination in the category of Best Actress: Comedy or Musical. In total, NINE received 5 nominations including Best Picture: Comedy or Musical, Best Performance by an Action (Daniel Day-Lewis), Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role (Peneleope Cruz), Best Original Song for 'Cinema Italiano', as well as Cotillar's nod for Best Actress.
STAGE TUBE: NINE Cast Talks Singing with Larry King
NINE will have a limited release on December 18th in New York and Los Angeles and will then go on wide release on December 25th. The film's starry cast appeared on Larry King Live on December 15th and in this clip discuss how they approaching singing on screen, many for the first time.
Day-Lewis Reveals: NINE a Tribute to His Late Mother
As per WENN news, Daniel Day-Lewis called his upcoming film NINE THE MUSICAL a tribute to his late mother, actress Jill Balcon, who passed away in July at the age of 84. Day-Lewis revealed that his mother was very excited to learn that Sophia Loren had been cast as his mother in the film, as she was a fan of hers.
Photo Coverage: NINE Film's Screening for Broadway Community
A special screening of the NINE film was held for members of the Broadway community on December 14, 2009, one day ahead of the film's official NY premiere and BroadwayWorld.com was there! Before the film, Rob Marshall and some members of the film's starry cast stopped by to pay tribute to the show's Broadway roots.
Entire All-Star Cast of NINE to Appear on Larry King Live Tuesday, Dec. 15
NINE will have a limited release on December 18th in New York and Los Angeles and will then go on wide release on December 25th. The entire cast of the film including cole Kidman, Kate Hudson, Daniel Day Lewis, Judi Dench, Penelope Cruz, Sophia Loren, Marion Cotillard, Fergie and director Rob Marshall will appear on CNN's Larry King Live on Tuesday night, December 15th at 9pm EST.