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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Scoop: Stacy Keach From ‘American History X,’ ‘Prison Break’ Joins ‘Chicago Overcoat’
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 9, 2007 - 1:06pm
I just received a detail-packed casting update about “Chicago Overcoat,” which has been and continues to film in Chicago. This information comes from casting director Chris Charles.
Robert Redford to Walk ‘Green Carpet’ Tonight in Chicago For ‘Lions For Lambs’
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 8, 2007 - 2:28pm I just learned moments ago that Robert Redford will be in Chicago tonight at AMC River East 21 to walk an environmental “green carpet” to promote “Lions For Lambs”. The event is a private benefit.
News You Need: Mackie in ‘Eagle Eye,’ ‘Star Trek’ Beams in New Captain, Strike Pauses ‘24’
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 8, 2007 - 3:08am We! Are! Terrorist Cell!: We already told you about Billy Bob Thorton being cast in “Eagle Eye,” which is shooting now in Chicago and is directed by D.J. Caruso.
Chicago-Native ‘Juno’ Writer Diablo Cody Takes Stand on WGA Strike
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 7, 2007 - 9:37pmSpoiler: Latino Review Reveals Joker Introduction in ‘The Dark Knight’
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 7, 2007 - 12:18pm Latino Review’s Kellvin Chavez posted a brief report on Nov. 6 revealing new plot details about the introduction of Heath Ledger as the Joker in “The Dark Knight”. If you don’t want to know, don’t read below.
Trailer For Oscar Hopeful ‘The Great Debaters’ Goes Online
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 6, 2007 - 3:40pm The trailer for the Denzel Washington-directed film “The Great Debaters” just went online at Yahoo! Movies.
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.
