‘The Defenders’ First Trailer: Marvel Superheroes Team Up

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May 3, 2017

The Defenders Charlie Cox and Krysten Ritter — Charlie Cox and Krysten Ritter in ‘Marvel’s The Defenders’ (Photo by Sarah Shatz/Netflix)

The trailer for Netflix’s new original series Marvel’s The Defenders has just arrived. The Defenders is made up of the devil of Hell’s Kitchen (Daredevil), the smart-ass detective (Jessica Jones), the righteous ex-con (Luke Cage), and the kid with the glowing fist (Iron Fist) and is based on the Marvel comics. The series stars Charlie Cox, Krysten Ritter, Mike Colter, and Finn Jones and features Sigourney Weaver (Alexandra), Elodie Yung (Elektra), Scott Glenn (Stick), Deborah Ann Woll (Karen Page), Elden Henson (Foggy Nelson), Carrie-Anne Moss (Jeri Hogarth), Rachael Taylor (Trish Walker), Eka Darville (Malcolm Ducasse), Simone Missick (Misty Knight) and Jessica Henwick (Colleen Wing).

Marvel’s The Defenders is executive produced by Jeph Loeb, Marco Ramirez, and Doug Petrie. Netflix has set an August 18, 2017 at 12:01am PT premiere.

The Plot: Marvel’s The Defenders follows Daredevil (Cox), Jessica Jones (Ritter), Luke Cage (Colter) and Iron Fist (Jones), a quartet of singular heroes with one common goal – to save New York City. This is the story of four solitary figures, burdened with their own personal challenges, who realize they just might be stronger when teamed together.

‘The Dark Tower’ First Official Trailer Arrives Starring Idris Elba

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Rebecca Murray

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May 3, 2017

The Dark Tower Matthew McConaughey and Idris Elba — Matthew McConaughey and Idris Elba in Columbia Pictures ‘The Dark Tower’ (Photo by Ilze Kitshoff © 2016 CTMG)

Sony Pictures just released the first official international trailer for The Dark Tower, the sci-fi action film based on Stephen King’s popular book series. The cast is led by Idris Elba as Roland Deschain, Matthew McConaughey as Randall Flagg (aka The Man in Black), Tom Taylor as Jake Chambers, Abbey Lee as Tirana, Fran Kranz as Pimli, Jackie Earle Haley, and Katheryn Winnick. Akiva Goldsman, Jeff Pinkner, Anders Thomas Jensen, and Nikolaj Arcel adapted King’s story for the screen, with Arcel (A Royal Affair) directing.

The Plot: There are other worlds than these. Stephen King’s The Dark Tower, the ambitious and expansive story from one of the world’s most celebrated authors, makes its launch to the big screen. The last Gunslinger, Roland Deschain (Elba), has been locked in an eternal battle with Walter O’Dim, also known as the Man in Black (McConaughey), determined to prevent him from toppling the Dark Tower, which holds the universe together. With the fate of the worlds at stake, good and evil will collide in the ultimate battle as only Roland can defend the Tower from the Man in Black.

First Photos: ‘Gypsy’ Starring Naomi Watts and Billy Crudup

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Rebecca Murray

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May 3, 2017

Gypsy star Naomi Watts — Billy Crudup and Naomi Watts in ‘Gypsy’ (Photo by Alison Cohen Rosa/Netflix)

Netflix just released the first batch of photos from Gypsy starring Naomi Watts. Season one of the psychological thriller was written by Lisa Rubin and directed by Sam Taylor Johnson (Fifty Shades of Grey), Victoria Mahoney, and Coky Giedroyc. In addition to starring in the lead role, Watts executive produces with Lisa Rubin, Sean Jablonski, and Liza Chasin.

Gypsy‘s cast also includes Billy Crudup as Jean’s husband Michael Halloway, Sophie Cookson as Sydney, Lucy Boynton as Jean’s patient Allison, and Karl Glusman as Jean’s patient Sam.

The Plot: The series follows Jean Halloway (Watts), a Manhattan therapist with a seemingly picturesque life who begins to develop intimate and illicit relationships with the people in her patients’ lives. As the borders of Jean’s professional life and personal fantasies become blurred, she descends into a world where the forces of desire and reality are disastrously at odds.

Gypsy Naomi Watts — Sophie Cookson and Naomi Watts (Photo by Alison Cohen Rosa/Netflix)

‘Supergirl’ Season 2 Episode 20 Preview: City of Lost Children Photos and Trailer

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Rebecca Murray

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May 3, 2017

Supergirl season 2 episode 20 — Chris Wood as Mike/Mon-El, Melissa Benoist as Kara/Supergirl, and David Harewood as Hank Henshaw in ‘Supergirl’ season 2 episode 20 (Photo: Dean Buscher © 2017 The CW Network)

The CW’s Supergirl season two episode 19 was one of the season’s strongest, advancing storylines, strengthening relationships, and proving no one should mess with Kara’s sister. Maggie did a great job of making Supergirl pause and consider her approach to fighting crimes that don’t involve aliens but episode 19’s stand-out performance was definitely delivered by Chyler Leigh as Alex, appropriate given the fact the episode was titled ‘Alex.’ Up next is season two episode 20 titled ‘City of Lost Children’ directed by Ben Bray and written by Gabriel Llanas and Anna Musky-Goldwyn. Episode 20 airs on May 8, 2017.

The season two cast includes Melissa Benoist, Chyler Leigh, Chris Wood, Mehcad Brooks, Jeremy Jordan, David Harewood, and Floriana Lima.

The “City of Lost Children” Plot: THIS IS US LONNIE CHAVIS GUEST STARS – When an alien attacks National City, Supergirl (Benoist) and the DEO learn the alien is a Phorian, an otherwise peaceful race with telekinetic powers. Guardian (Brooks) gets a lead on the Phorian’s address but instead of finding the culprit, he finds a very scared boy named Marcus (guest star Lonnie Chavis). Marcus will only trust James so it is up to Guardian to stop the attacks on the city. Rhea’s (Teri Hatcher) plan escalates.

Melissa McCarthy to Star with Puppets in ‘The Happytime Murders’

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May 2, 2017

Melissa McCarthy will star in the comedy film The Happytime Murders with Brian Henson (Muppet Treasure Island) set to direct. McCarthy and Ben Falcone’s On The Day Productions, The Jim Henson Company’s Henson Alternative banner, and STXfilms are producing, with Lisa Henson and John W. Hyde executive producing. McCarthy, Erich Hoeber, Jon Hoeber, and Todd Berger all worked on the script. Filming is expected to get underway in August 2017.

Commenting on the project, McCarthy said, “When a really good script combines puppet strippers, Los Angeles’ underbelly and comedy, it’s like my fever dream has finally come true.”

“Melissa and Ben’s brand of humor is infectiously unique. I am thrilled to be partnering with them and STXfilms on The Happytime Murders,” said Henson.

“Melissa McCarthy is the reigning queen of comedy, and we believe she will make The Happytime Murders the kind of hysterical, edgy, viral event that audiences today crave,” stated STXfilms Chairman Adam Fogelson. “This is the kind of script and material that was made for Melissa’s smart and boundary-pushing sensibilities. Having worked with her years ago on Bridesmaids and Identity Thief, I could not be more delighted or excited to be working with her again.”

The Plot: The comedy is set in the underbelly of Los Angeles where puppets and humans coexist. Two clashing detectives, one human and one puppet, are forced to work together to try and solve who is brutally murdering the former cast of The Happytime Gang, a beloved classic puppet show.

‘Reign’ Season 4 Episode 11 Preview: Dead of Night Photos and Trailer

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May 2, 2017

Reign Season 4 Episode 11 — Adelaide Kane as Mary, Queen of Scots and Will Kemp as Lord Darnley in ‘Reign’ Season 4 Episode 11 (Photo: Ben Mark Holzberg © 2017 The CW Network)

The CW’s Reign season four episode 10 found Mary saying goodbye to her confidante and brother, James, after they fell for Knox’s treacherous plot. Episode 10 also introduced Charles’ younger brother, Henri, who definitely has his eyes on the throne. Meanwhile, Elizabeth spent the episode trying to find a suitable husband. Up next is season four episode 11 titled ‘Dead of Night’ airing on May 5, 2017. Episode 11 was directed by Deborah Chow from a script by Wendy Riss Gatsiounis and Drew Lindo.

The season four cast includes Adelaide Kane as Queen Mary, Rachel Skarsten as Queen Elizabeth, Megan Fellows as Queen Catherine, Dan Jeannotte as James, and Will Kemp as Lord Darnley. Ben Geurens, Celina Sinden, Jonathan Goad, Craig Parker, Spencer MacPherson, and Rose Williams also star in Reign‘s fourth and final season.

The ‘Dead of Night’ Plot: MARY LAUNCHES A COUP AGAINST ELIZABETH — Mary (Kane) and Darnley (Kemp) are at odds as they put their plan to seize England into action. Elizabeth (Skarsten) is conflicted about her feelings for Gideon (Geurens) as she attempts to find a Catholic to marry. Catherine’s (Follows) son Henri (guest star Nick Slater) attempts to claim the throne from Charles (MacPherson) with the support of Spain and Narcisse (Parker).

‘The Big Sick’ Trailer Starring Kumail Nanjiani and Zoe Kazan

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Rebecca Murray

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May 2, 2017

Lionsgate and Amazon Studios just released a new trailer for the comedy movie The Big Sick directed by Michael Showalter (Hello My Name is Doris). The film’s based on a true story and was written by Kumail Nanjiani (Silicon Valley) and Emily V. Gordon. Nanjiani also stars in the film alongside Zoe Kazan, Holly Hunter, Adeel Akhtar, Zenobia Shroff, Anupam Kher and Ray Romano. The Big Sick gets a limited release on June 23, 2017 followed by a wide release on July 14, 2017.

The Plot: Based on the real-life courtship courtship between Kumail Nanjiani and Emily V. Gordon, The Big Sick tells the story of Pakistan-born aspiring comedian Kumail (Nanjiani), who connects with grad student Emily (Kazan) after one of his standup sets. However, what they thought would be just a one-night stand blossoms into the real thing, which complicates the life that is expected of Kumail by his traditional Muslim parents. When Emily is beset with a mystery illness, it forces Kumail to navigate the medical crisis with her parents, Beth and Terry (Hunter and Romano) who he’s never met, while dealing with the emotional tug-of- war between his family and his heart.

‘A Bad Moms Christmas’ Adds Christine Baranski, Susan Sarandon and Cheryl Hines

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May 2, 2017

STXfilms announced production has begun on the Bad Moms sequel, A Bad Moms Christmas. The sequel has Mila Kunis back as Amy, Kristen Bell returning as Kiki, and Kathryn Hahn reprising her role as Carla. Susan Sarandon has come on board to play Carla’s mom and Cheryl Hines has been cast as Kiki’s mom. Christine Baranski joins the sequel as Amy’s mom. The ensemble also includes Jay Hernandez, David Walton, Wanda Sykes, Peter Gallagher, and Justin Hartley.

Bad Moms writer/directors Jon Lucas and Scott Moore are also back for the sequel which is shooting in Atlanta, Georgia. Bill Block and Mark Kamine are executive producing, with Suzanne Todd producing.

“Jon and Scott’s hilarious premise for A Bad Moms Christmas will not only let fans continue their laugh out loud love affair with Mila, Kristen, and Kathryn’s relatable antics, but adding Peter, Justin, Cheryl, Christine and Susan, and the holidays to the equation is more than we could have hoped for as we continue this important franchise for STX Entertainment,” said Adam Fogelson, Chairman of STXfilms.

Bad Moms was released in theaters on July 29, 2016 and made $23.8 million domestically over its opening weekend. The R-rated comedy grossed $183 million worldwide before exiting theaters. A Bad Moms Christmas is targeting a November 3, 2017 theatrical release.

The Plot: A Bad Moms Christmas follows our three under-appreciated and over-burdened women as they rebel against the challenges and expectations of the Super Bowl for moms: Christmas. And if creating a more perfect holidays for their families wasn’t hard enough, they have to do all of that while hosting and entertaining their own mothers. By the end of the journey, our moms will redefine how to make the holidays special for all and discover a closer relationship with their mothers.

‘The Originals’ Season 4 Episode 7 Preview: High Water and a Devil’s Daughter Photos and Trailer

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Rebecca Murray

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May 2, 2017

The Originals season 4 episode 7 — Riley Voelkel as Freya and Christina Moses as Keelin in ‘The Originals’ season 4 episode 7 (Photo: Annette Brown © 2017 The CW Network)

The CW’s The Originals season four episode six found the Mikaelsons throwing a party in order to ferret out followers of the Hollow. They discovered, thanks to Hayley, that the Hollow needs specific bone fragments in order to be raised from the dead. Next up is season four episode seven which finds series star Charles Michael Davis making his directorial debut. The episode titled ‘High Water and a Devil’s Daughter’ was written by Celeste Vasquez and Carina Adly MacKenzie and will air on May 5, 2017.

The cast of season four includes Joseph Morgan as Klaus, Charles Michael Davis as Marcel, Daniel Gillies as Elijah, Phoebe Tonkin as Hayley, Yusuf Gatewood as Vincent, Riley Voelkel as Freya, Summer Fontana as Hope, Christina Moses as Keelin, and Taylor Cole as Sofya.

The ‘High Water and a Devil’s Daughter’ Plot: — When it’s discovered that The Hollow’s latest servant is on the loose, Freya (Voelkel) places a protection spell on the compound, forcing Klaus (Morgan), Hayley (Tonkin) and Hope (guest star Summer Fontana) to remain inside. Meanwhile, Elijah (Gillies) takes matters into his own hands when Vincent (Gatewood) is reluctant to perform a dangerous ritual needed to strengthen their defense against The Hollow. Finally, while Freya enacts a risky plan that brings her face to face with their latest threat, an unexpected twist leaves her life hanging in the balance.

Tony Awards 2017 Nominees Announced: Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 Tops the List

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May 2, 2017

The nominations for the 71st Annual Tony Awards have been announced and Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 tops the list of nominees with 12. Hello, Dolly earned 10 nominations followed by Dear Evan Hansen with nine and A Doll’s House, Part 2 with eight. This year’s awards show will be held on Sunday, June 11th at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. Kevin Spacey’s making his Tony Awards hosting debut and the show will be broadcast live on the East Coast beginning at 8pm on CBS (tape delayed for West Coast).

The 2017 Tony Awards will be directed by Glen Weiss. Weiss is also executive producing along with Ricky Kirshner.

2017 Tony Awards Nominees:

Best Play

A Doll’s House, Part 2
Indecent
Oslo
Sweat

Best Musical

Come From Away
Dear Evan Hansen
Groundhog Day The Musical
Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812

Best Book of a Musical

Come From Away
Dear Evan Hansen
Groundhog Day The Musical
Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812

Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Come From Away – Music & Lyrics: Irene Sankoff and David Hein
Dear Evan Hansen – Music & Lyrics: Benj Pasek & Justin Pau
Groundhog Day The Musical – Music & Lyrics: Tim Minchin
Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 – Music & Lyrics: Dave Malloy

Best Revival of a Play

August Wilson’s Jitney
Lillian Hellman’s The Little Foxes
Present Laughter
Six Degrees of Separation

Best Revival of a Musical

Falsettos
Hello, Dolly!
Miss Saigon

Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Denis Arndt, Heisenberg
Chris Cooper, A Doll’s House, Part 2
Corey Hawkins, Six Degrees of Separation
Kevin Kline, Present Laughter
Jefferson Mays, Oslo

Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play

Cate Blanchett, The Present
Jennifer Ehle, Oslo
Sally Field, The Glass Menagerie
Laura Linney, Lillian Hellman’s The Little Foxes
Laurie Metcalf, A Doll’s House, Part 2

Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Christian Borle, Falsettos
Josh Groban, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812
Andy Karl, Groundhog Day The Musical
David Hyde Pierce, Hello, Dolly!
Ben Platt, Dear Evan Hansen

Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical

Denée Benton, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812
Christine Ebersole, War Paint
Patti LuPone, War Paint
Bette Midler, Hello, Dolly!
Eva Noblezada, Miss Saigon

Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play

Michael Aronov, Oslo
Danny DeVito, Arthur Miller’s The Price
Nathan Lane, The Front Page
Richard Thomas, Lillian Hellman’s The Little Foxes
John Douglas Thompson, August Wilson’s Jitney

Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play

Johanna Day, Sweat
Jayne Houdyshell, A Doll’s House, Part 2
Cynthia Nixon, Lillian Hellman’s The Little Foxes
Condola Rashad, A Doll’s House, Part 2
Michelle Wilson, Sweat

Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical

Gavin Creel, Hello, Dolly!
Mike Faist, Dear Evan Hansen
Andrew Rannells, Falsettos
Lucas Steele, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812
Brandon Uranowitz, Falsettos

Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Kate Baldwin, Hello, Dolly!
Stephanie J. Block, Falsettos
Jenn Colella, Come From Away
Rachel Bay Jones, Dear Evan Hansen
Mary Beth Peil, Anastasia

Best Scenic Design of a Play

David Gallo, August Wilson’s Jitney
Nigel Hook, The Play That Goes Wrong
Douglas W. Schmidt, The Front Page
Michael Yeargan, Oslo

Best Scenic Design of a Musical

Rob Howell, Groundhog Day The Musical
David Korins, War Paint
Mimi Lien, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812
Santo Loquasto, Hello, Dolly!

Best Costume Design of a Play

Jane Greenwood, Lillian Hellman’s The Little Foxes
Susan Hilferty, Present Laughter
Toni-Leslie James, August Wilson’s Jitney
David Zinn, A Doll’s House, Part 2

Best Costume Design of a Musical

Linda Cho, Anastasia
Santo Loquasto, Hello, Dolly!
Paloma Young, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812
Catherine Zuber, War Paint

Best Lighting Design of a Play

Christopher Akerlind, Indecent
Jane Cox, August Wilson’s Jitney
Donald Holder, Oslo
Jennifer Tipton, A Doll’s House, Part 2

Best Lighting Design of a Musical

Howell Binkley, Come From Away
Natasha Katz, Hello, Dolly!
Bradley King, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812
Japhy Weideman, Dear Evan Hansen

Best Direction of a Play

Sam Gold, A Doll’s House, Part 2
Ruben Santiago-Hudson, August Wilson’s Jitney
Bartlett Sher, Oslo
Daniel Sullivan, Lillian Hellman’s The Little Foxes
Rebecca Taichman, Indecent

Best Direction of a Musical

Christopher Ashley, Come From Away
Rachel Chavkin, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812
Michael Greif, Dear Evan Hansen
Matthew Warchus, Groundhog Day The Musical
Jerry Zaks, Hello, Dolly!

Best Choreography

Andy Blankenbuehler, Bandstand
Peter Darling and Ellen Kane, Groundhog Day The Musical
Kelly Devine, Come From Away
Denis Jones, Holiday Inn, The New Irving Berlin Musical
Sam Pinkleton, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812

Best Orchestrations

Bill Elliott and Greg Anthony Rassen, Bandstand
Larry Hochman, Hello, Dolly!
Alex Lacamoire, Dear Evan Hansen
Dave Malloy, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812

Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre

James Earl Jones

Special Tony Award

Gareth Fry & Pete Malkin, Sound Designers for The Encounter

Regional Theatre Tony Award

Dallas Theater Center – Dallas, Texas

Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award

Baayork Lee

Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre

Nina Lannan

Alan Wasser

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