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Image Entertainment Acquires Domestic Rights to Winnie Mandela Biopic Starring Jennifer Hudson

Image Entertainment, an RLJ Entertainment (NASDAQ: RLJE) brand, has acquired all U.S. rights to Winnie Mandela at the 2013 Cannes International Film Festival. (more...)

Hugh Jackman to Guest on U.K. Sitcom THE KUMARS AT NO. 42

Series runner Sanjeev Bhaskar revealed to the BBC that Jackman had recorded a cameo for the revival, set to air on the U.K.'s Sky1, after being cancelled by the BBC in 2006. (more...)

BWW Reviews: The Ensemble Theatre's RACE is Timely, Relevant, and Poignant

The Ensemble Theatre has a reputation for producing thought-provoking and intellectually stimulating art. From this season alone, they have moved hearts and minds with their skillful productions of TH... (more...)

BWW Reviews: IN THE HEIGHTS at Toby's - Energetic But Inaudible

In The Heights is not standard Maryland dinner theater fare, concerning, as it does, the residents of a largely Dominican and Puerto Rican barrio at the northern end (and highest part) of Manhattan.... (more...)

Harry Winston Names New CEO

WWD reported that Nayla Hayek has been named CEO of U.S. luxury jeweler Harry Winston Inc. with its parent company The Swatch Group Ltd effectively immediately. Hayek succeeds Frédéric de Narp in the... (more...)

Astronaut Buzz Aldrin Visits NBC's MEET THE PRESS

In the latest "Meet the Press" PRESS Pass conversation, David Gregory sat down with legendary astronaut Buzz Aldrin to discuss his new book, "Mission to Mars: My Vision for Space Exploration." (more...)

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Opens in Bristol, Connecticut Following Dramatic Hotel Makeover

DoubleTree by Hilton, Hilton Worldwide's fastest growing full-service brand, today announced the opening of its newest hotel in Bristol, Connecticut. Formerly a Clarion hotel, the DoubleTree by Hilton... (more...)

Reunion Blues Welcomes Drummer Mark Schulman to Artist Roster

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Beauty.com Debuts New Lela Rose Illustrated Floral Clutch

Beauty.com, a division of drugstore.com, inc., premiered the latest creation from its annual collaboration with lauded designer Lela Rose. Starting May 7 th, Customers who visit www.beauty.com/lelaros... (more...)

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. Announces New Resort In Marrakech, Morocco

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., the leader in luxury hospitality, has announced the brand's latest property in its growing North Africa portfolio. The Ritz-Carlton Marrakech is owned by Jnan ... (more...)

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. Unveils Plans For New Urban Resort In Rabat, Morocco

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., the leader in luxury hospitality, has unveiled plans to open its first property in Rabat, the prestigious capital city of the Kingdom of Morocco, bringing the n... (more...)

BWW Reviews: Washington Stage Guild Produces Final T.S. Eliot Play: THE ELDER STATESMAN

In producing T.S. Eliot's THE ELDER STATESMAN-plus with their spring 2013 reading of Eliot's THE ROCK--Washington Stage Guild becomes the only theatre company in the world (as far as they can determin... (more...)

Mahler's 5th Symphony, JEANNE D'ARC AU BUCHER and More Set for OSM's 79th Season

Back from its seven-concert tour in South America, the Orchestre symphonique de Montreal will be playing Mahler's Fifth Symphony in May under the direction of conductor David Zinman. For the Mahler co... (more...)

Famous White Lipizzaners Profiled on PBS's NATURE Tonight

How the Lipizzaner developed from a horse bred for war to one bred for performance is the subject of NATURE's Legendary White Stallions airing tonight, May 1 at 8 p.m. (ET) on PBS (check local listing... (more...)

Cannes Film Festival Announces 2013 Classics Slate

The films selected for the 2013 edition will be screened in the company of those who restored the films as well as those directors that are still with us today. (more...)

BWW Reviews: Ballet in Cinema from Emerging Pictures Presents ESMERALDA

Being a student of history is enlightening. You can learn about so many new things that may, or may not, be of interest .I felt that way about Esmeralda. I've heard about it. I know there's an Esmeral... (more...)

Muhlenberg College to Present JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, SEUSSICAL & More this Summer

The Muhlenberg Summer Music Theatre festival at Muhlenberg College announces the lineup for its 2013 summer season - the 33rd in the festival's history. The season will feature "Crazy for You," the mu... (more...)

Bulova Expands the Precisionist Chronograph Collection

Bulova introduces a new selection of timepieces to the groundbreaking Precisionist Chronograph collection. The elegant collection features fashion-forward design while capturing the advanced Precision... (more...)

Mighty Mack Announces App Updates

Mighty Mack announces updates to one of its most popular apps, which displays Johannes Blaeu's tremendous contribution to the world through his accomplishments in cartography. (more...)

David O. Russell Named Guest Director for 2013 LOS ANGELES FILM FESTIVAL

Today the Los Angeles Film Festival, presented by Film Independent, in conjunction with Presenting Media Sponsor Los Angeles Times and Host Partner L.A. LIVE, announced Academy Award nominated and Fil... (more...)

Famous White Lipizzaners to Be Profiled on PBS's NATURE, 5/1

How the Lipizzaner developed from a horse bred for war to one bred for performance is the subject of NATURE's Legendary White Stallions airing Wednesday, May 1 at 8 p.m. (ET) on PBS (check local listi... (more...)

Hertz Introduces Three New Porsche Sports Cars Into Its U.S. Fleet

The Hertz Corporation (NYSE: HTZ) announces it has expanded its line of sports cars available for rent to include the Porsche 911, Boxster, and Cayenne, which join the already-available Porsche Panam... (more...)

BBCs' SHAKESPEARE: THE KING'S MAN AND SUGARTOWN Comes to DVD Today

Broadcast on the BBC in 2012 and making its North American debut with this release, the illuminating series SHAKESPEARE: THE KING'S MAN AND SUGARTOWN debuts on DVD from Athena today, April 16, 2013. (more...)

New Book Reveals Family History

According to author Betty O'Grady Matiskella, like a tree, a family finds strength in its roots. A family history is a legacy. She works to uncover the deep roots of her O'Grady family and record them... (more...)

Honeywell Launches New Wi-Fi Thermostat For Do-It-Yourselfers

Honeywell has announced its new Wi-Fi Smart Thermostat, a new connected thermostat that allows design-focused homeowners to customize it to match or accent their home decor. In addition, the Honeywell... (more...)