CHICAGO – Just in time for Pride Month, Strawdog Theatre Co. presents an updated staging of the Oscar Wilde classic, “The Importance of Being Earnest.” Strawdog policy … the tickets are FREE (donations encouraged), but you must put in a reservation by clicking EARNEST.
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Confirmed: ‘Eagle Eye’ Filming in Chicago From Nov. 6 to 16
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 6, 2007 - 1:52pm
Since actor Shia LaBeouf popped up on the Chicago grid this weekend and was arrested following an incident at a Walgreens on the Magnificent Mile, we questioned which film he was in town to film.
Jack Nicholson Talks to MTV About Possible Third ‘Chinatown’
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 5, 2007 - 5:30pm In an interview with MTV News, Josh Horowitz talks to Jack Nicholson about the new DVD releases of his directed films and the heretofore unheard-of plot details for a prospective third “Chinatown”.
‘Transformers’ Star Shia LaBeouf Arrested in Chicago, Charged With Criminal Trespassing
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 5, 2007 - 1:39pm When “Transformers” star Shia LaBeouf was in Chicago this weekend, his trip went awry and he spent some time with Chicago police.
International ‘Iron Man’ Teaser Surfaces at YouTube
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 5, 2007 - 1:11pm The new, international “Iron Man” teaser is now online at YouTube. The 59-second spot showcases a little more Gwenyth Paltrow. She at least gets one line.
News You Need: WGA Says Pencils Down, ‘Nailed’ Being Fashioned, Stallone’s Comeback
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 5, 2007 - 3:25amCHICAGO – Pencils Down: The Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike went official at 12:01 a.m. EST on Monday.
Rory’s Death Kiss Reveals Submission Page, Nov. 17 Deadline For ‘The Dark Knight’
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 2, 2007 - 10:44am Prompted by “The Dark Knight” viral marketing wizards, the mass organization and real-life clown mayhem has officially begun.
Vince Vaughn to Walk Chicago Red Carpet on Nov. 5 For ‘Fred Claus’
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 1, 2007 - 5:57pm I have just learned that Vince Vaughn is confirmed to walk a Chicago red carpet on Nov. 5 for “Fred Claus”. Red-carpet arrivals start at 5 p.m. that day on the second floor of AMC River East 21 at 322 E. Illinois St.
What Do ‘The Dark Knight’ Fans Look Like as the Joker?
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 1, 2007 - 2:15pm The viral marketing power of “The Dark Knight” has been throttled into overdrive this week as buzz-building site WhySoSerious.com has influenced fans across the U.S. to play along and dress up as the Joker.
Following ‘Broken Flowers,’ Director Jim Jarmusch to Helm ‘The Limits of Control’
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on October 31, 2007 - 8:02pm Focus Features on Wednesday announced that it has acquired worldwide rights to independent filmmaker Jim Jarmusch’s new film, which is tentatively titled “The Limits of Control”.
‘Mr. Magorium’s Wonder Emporium’ Vying to Break Guinness World Toy Record
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on October 31, 2007 - 7:24pm I was informed on Wednesday that Walden Media and Fox Walden are vying to break the Guiness World Record for the largest toy drive. They intend to amass 12,000 pounds of toys from Nov. 6 to 12.
Let the Games Begin: WhySoSerious.com Delivers on Halloween
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on October 30, 2007 - 2:53amCHICAGO – WhySoSerious.com just revealed its face-lift for the new “The Dark Knight” viral marketing campaign. It’s asking enthusiasts to roam the U.S. in the pursuit of clues. The current main page is below.
News You Need: ‘Awake’ Trailer, ‘Blade Runner’ in Chicago, Sexiest Funny Girls in Hollywood
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on October 28, 2007 - 2:19pmCHICAGO – Every year, one out of 700 patients – or an estimated 20,000 to 40,000 of the 21 million patients – experience “anesthetic awareness,” according to a Nov. 23, 2004 Washington Post article by Sandra Boodman.
News You Need: ‘Frankie Machine,’ ‘The Love Guru,’ ‘The Da Vinci Code’ Sequel, ‘Untitled’
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on October 25, 2007 - 12:11pm Michael Mann has inked a deal with Paramount Pictures to develop “Frankie Machine” as a star vehicle for Robert de Niro.
