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Brad Pitt draws huge crowd at Times Square premiere for ‘World War Z’
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Thousands of fans brought Times Square to a standstill as they waited to catch a glimpse of Brad Pitt at his premiere for “World War Z.” The 49-year old actor took his time on the appropriately-designed “Z-shaped” red carpet, often breaking way to sign autographs. Pitt stars and produced the apocalyptic
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‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ actor Jeff Garlin won’t be charged for smashing car window in LA
LOS ANGELES, Calif. – Prosecutors won’t be filing charges of vandalism against “Curb Your Enthusiasm” actor Jeff Garlin after he was accused of smashing a car window in a dispute over a parking space. Instead, the 51-year-old will receive a hearing at the city attorney’s office where he will be advised about the law and
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List of famous Second City alumni between 1959 and 1985, when Sahlins sold the Chicago theatre
CHICAGO – Ever since The Second City opened in December 1959, the Chicago comedy theatre co-founded by Bernie Sahlins has helped produce some of the world’s most famous comedians. Many followed their Chicago runs by landing cast roles in “Saturday Night Live,” while others have jumped to TV sitcoms, talk shows or movies. The list
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Second City alumni remember co-founder Sahlins for bringing intellect, talent to Chicago humour
CHICAGO – Second City fans and alumni are remembering Bernie Sahlins, who co-founded the Chicago comedy club more than a half-century ago. Sahlins was known for his eye for hiring comedians who would go on to stardom. Among them were John Belushi, Bill Murray, Harold Ramis and Joan Rivers. Sahlins died Sunday at age 90.
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Ex-NFL star Chad Johnson released from jail 1 week after slapping attorney on rear
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – A contrite Chad Johnson apologized Monday for disrespecting a judge when the former NFL star slapped his attorney on the backside in court last week and was released from jail after only a week instead of 30 days. Broward County Circuit Judge Kathleen McHugh accepted Johnson’s apology and cut back his
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Neil Patrick Harris to return to Broadway – to sing in ‘Hedwig and the Angry Inch’
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Neil Patrick Harris is returning to the stage — and not to hand out awards. The four-time Tony Award host and former “Doogie Howser, M.D.” will star on Broadway in the spring as the gender-bent rock chanteuse at the centre of “Hedwig and the Angry Inch,” the cult musical that was
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Helen Mirren as Britain’s Queen breaks audience record for National Theatre Live
NEW YORK, N.Y. – As a queen, Helen Mirren reigns on screen and stage. National Theatre Live, which broadcasts stage shows from England to movie screens worldwide, said Monday that its June 13 live broadcast of Mirren as Queen Elizabeth II in the play “The Audience” has captured its largest audience to date. “We were
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Historic Masonic Temple sold to consultancy firm for $12.5 million
TORONTO – Toronto’s storied Masonic Temple has found a new owner in a $12.5-million transaction after Bell Media (TSX:BCE) decided to sell the former concert hall earlier this year. Technology consultancy firm Info-Tech Research Group has purchased the historic building, which was most recently home to MTV Canada and previously hosted famous rock bands like
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RBC Canadian Painting Competition increases total prize money to $115,000
TORONTO – The RBC Canadian Painting Competition has increased its total prize money to $115,000 to celebrate its 15th anniversary. The annual competition usually gives $25,000 to a national winner and $15,000 to two honourable mentions. But this year, it’s also awarding an additional $5,000 to each of the other 12 finalists. This year’s 15
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Dave Chappelle to headline 13-show, monthlong comedy tour for Funny Or Die
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Dave Chappelle is making his most substantial return to stand-up comedy with a one-month tour for Funny Or Die. The comedian will headline the Oddball Comedy and Curiosity Festival, which kicks off Aug. 23 in Austin, Texas. The 13-date, two-stage tour concludes Sept. 22 in Phoenix. The 39-year-old Chappelle has occasionally
