Lena Horne Theatre Coming To Broadway Next Month

Stage, film and musical icon Lena Horne will officially become the first Black woman to have a Broadway theater named for her when The Nederlander Organization rechristens the Brooks Atkinson Theatre next month and unveils a new marquee. The company, under the leadership of James L. Nederlander, announced the renaming date today. A formal celebration will take place in front of the venue on 47th … Continue reading Lena Horne Theatre Coming To Broadway Next Month

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THR Presents’ Q&A With Miles Teller and Cast of The Offer’With Latin Take on Classic Film

If you haven’t seen The Offer and love The Godfather, as I do, you have to watch it. It and the cast were fantastic! ~ V Matthew Goode, Juno Temple, Dan Fogler and executive producer Nikka Toscano also discuss the “responsibility” of accurately telling the story behind the making of Coppola’s 1972 masterpiece. As the 10th and final episode of The Offer arrives to Paramount+ … Continue reading THR Presents’ Q&A With Miles Teller and Cast of The Offer’With Latin Take on Classic Film

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Father of the Bride’ Screenwriter Feels a “Sense of Responsibility” With Latin Take on Classic Film

Well, this should be a fun one! ~ V Matt Lopez opens up about his inspiration for his spin on the family movie, why he decided to veer from the original story, and how he pays homage to the 1950 and 1991 versions. With his version of Father of the Bride, screenwriter Matt Lopez just wants to make people laugh — in English, Spanish and … Continue reading Father of the Bride’ Screenwriter Feels a “Sense of Responsibility” With Latin Take on Classic Film

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‘Game of Thrones’ Jon Snow Sequel Series in Development at HBO

Ooh-wee, I hope this comes to fruition! ~ V You know nothing about HBO’s post-Game of Thrones plans. The network has entered into early development on its first sequel to its blockbuster fantasy drama: A live-action spinoff series centered on the fan-favorite character Jon Snow, The Hollywood Reporter has learned. Kit Harington is attached to reprise the role should a series move forward. The actor … Continue reading ‘Game of Thrones’ Jon Snow Sequel Series in Development at HBO

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Broadway Theater To Be Renamed For Icon Lena Horne In Historic First

In a historic first, the Nederlander Organization will rename one of its Broadway theaters to honor the great performer and civil rights activist Lena Horne, the company announced today. The venue, currently the Brooks Atkinson Theatre, will be the first Broadway venue named for a Black woman. The new name – The Lena Horne Theatre – will become official this fall at a renaming ceremony. The venue currently houses the hit … Continue reading Broadway Theater To Be Renamed For Icon Lena Horne In Historic First

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Moses Ingram | Reva Sevander, aka Third Sister, in Obi-Wan Kenobi

Because of the blatant racism towards Moses Ingram, I wanted to do a special post about her. ~ V There’s nothing anybody can do to stop this hate. I question what my purpose is even being here in front of you, saying that this is happening. … But I think the thing that bothers me, is this feeling that I’ve had inside of myself—which no … Continue reading Moses Ingram | Reva Sevander, aka Third Sister, in Obi-Wan Kenobi

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Rosmarie Trapp, Whose Family Inspired ‘The Sound of Music,’ Dies at 93

Awww, RIP. The Sound of Music is one of my most favorite movies. My family and I always watched it together every year it came on, even when we all lived in different states. I still watch it when it comes on! ~ V The 1965 film was based loosely on a 1949 book by Maria von Trapp. Georg von Trapp and his first wife, … Continue reading Rosmarie Trapp, Whose Family Inspired ‘The Sound of Music,’ Dies at 93

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Ava DuVernay Developing Lauren Ridloff, Joshua Jackson Romantic Drama at Starz

I will watch anything that Joshua Jackson is in! ~ V The network has given the untitled project a three-season script-to-series commitment. Joshua Jackson and Eternals‘ Lauren Ridloff will star in a romantic drama series from Ava DuVernay in development at Starz. The network has given the untitled project a three-season script-to-series commitment, meaning that if greenlit, all 18 half-hour episodes (six per season) would … Continue reading Ava DuVernay Developing Lauren Ridloff, Joshua Jackson Romantic Drama at Starz

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Little Richard Documentary Commissioned by CNN Films, HBO Max

I ‘luvbs” me some Little Richard! ~ V Wop bop a loo bop a lop bom bom! CNN Films and HBO Max have commissioned a documentary feature on the late rock icon Little Richard. ‘Little Richard: I Am Everything’ is set to be directed by Lisa Cortés and produced by Dee Rees. The film, currently titled Little Richard: I Am Everything, is set to chart … Continue reading Little Richard Documentary Commissioned by CNN Films, HBO Max

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‘Rise’: Basketball Biopic – The Antetokounmpo Brothers/Family

Wow-wee, I cannot wait to see this. It’s going to be fantastic!! ~ V Basketball fans have a new reason to cheer. Disney has just announced that we can expect the true story of a one-of-a-kind family that hailed the first trio of brothers to become NBA champions to air on Disney+ in 2022. Rise will tell the story of these brothers, Giannis and Thanasis … Continue reading ‘Rise’: Basketball Biopic – The Antetokounmpo Brothers/Family

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‘Stranger Things’ Star Caleb McLaughlin Gets “Hauntingly Vulnerable” in Feature Debut ‘Concrete Cowboy’

The actor trades the Upside Down for gritty Philly (alongside Idris Elba) in ‘Concrete Cowboy’ — and his director is already making Denzel comparisons: “This kid was reaching another level.” Stranger Things star Caleb McLaughlin was three weeks into shooting season four of the hit Netflix series in Atlanta when COVID-19 shuttered production in March. For the past five months, the 18-year-old New York native … Continue reading ‘Stranger Things’ Star Caleb McLaughlin Gets “Hauntingly Vulnerable” in Feature Debut ‘Concrete Cowboy’

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Vin Diesel backs Sam Heughan to be the next James Bond

Hollywood action hero Vin Diesel has backed his Bloodshot co-star Sam Heughan’s chances of being the next James Bond. Daniel Craig, 52, has insisted the now delayed No Time To Die will be his last outing as 007, leaving one of the most sought after roles in film up for grabs. Scottish star Heughan – best known for appearing in Highlands-based time-travel drama Outlander – … Continue reading Vin Diesel backs Sam Heughan to be the next James Bond

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Regina King Signs First-Look Deal With Netflix

Congrats to her. I’ve loved everything she has done in front of the camera and behind it! Can’t wait to see even more. ~ Vida The Oscar and Emmy winner will develop films and TV series for the streaming giant. Netflix and Regina King are deepening their relationship.The Oscar and Emmy winner has signed a first-look deal with the streaming giant, via her production company … Continue reading Regina King Signs First-Look Deal With Netflix

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Emilia Clarke on Game of Thrones finale’s shock twist: ‘I stand by Daenerys’

EW’s Exclusive: Behind the scenes of the final episode of ‘Game of Thrones’ with Emilia Clarke, Kit Harington, Peter Dinklage and more. Warning: This story contains major spoilers for the final episode of HBO’s Game of Thrones. Emilia Clarke read a paragraph in the final script for Game of Thrones. She read it again and again. Seven times, she says, she read the words that … Continue reading Emilia Clarke on Game of Thrones finale’s shock twist: ‘I stand by Daenerys’

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SZA, The Weeknd, Travis Scott – Power Is Power (Official Video)

This song and video are incredible! Lyrics: I was born of the ice and snow With the winter wolves in the dark, alone The wildest night I became the one And you’ll know you’re mine when the silence comes Heavy is the crown Only for the weak A knife in my heart couldn’t slow me down ‘Cause power is power, my fire never goes out … Continue reading SZA, The Weeknd, Travis Scott – Power Is Power (Official Video)

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