Nikki Reed was the Seventeen Magazine cover model in December as we reported earlier this month where her comments sparked a bit of controversy. Here is a video of the behind the scenes action.
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Archives for December 2011
Twilight The Musical: A Parody for Charity
December 20, 2011
There is a parody Twilight musical happening in NYC. It is a one night only affair that will benefit the Blessings in a Backpack organization. Here is the info via the group’s press release:
A one-night only concert reading presentation of the parody Twilight: The Musical is being presented by Ulmer Theatricals, Moxyrah Productions, and Dreamcatcher Entertainment, January 16th, 2012 at 8pm to benefit the national charity organization Blessings in a Backpack. The concert will be directed by Gabriel Barre (Lippa’s The Wild Party, Pippin at Goodspeed), and presented at New World Stages. The show will feature Meghann Fahy (Next To Normal) as Bella Swan, Lauren Lopez (A Very Potter Musical) as Alice (et all),
The performers will be backed by Martin Landry (Piano/Asst. Musical Direction/Aro), Evan Jay Newman (Keyboard/pads/Caius), Madeline Craw Corliss (Cello), Nathan Siler (Guitar), and Tim Lykins (Drums), with Musical Direction by David John Madore.
All net proceeds will benefit Blessings in a Backpack.
Twilight: The Musical, a parody of the Twilight book and movie saga, examines our culture of obsession through the story of teenage outsider Bella Swan who risks everything when she embarks on a star-crossed romance with Vampire Edward Cullen. Song titles include: “Life Sucks When Your Boyfriend Is A Vampire”, “Death Never Sounded So Good”, and “I Imprinted on an Infant.”
Twilight: The Musical was created by Ashley Griffin, and features a book by Ashley Griffin, with music and lyrics by Jeremy Ezell, Ashley Griffin, Sean Mahoney, David Mallamud, and Michael Sutherland. The show had its first workshop in NYC in 2010 at the LABA theater, and is currently in development in NYC.
New World Stages is located in Manhattan at 340 West 50th Street, New York, NY 10019. Tickets are available by visiting http://www.telecharge.com/BehindTheCurtain.aspx?ProdID=8718, by calling telecharge, or visiting the New World Stages box office.
Blessings in a Backpack (http://www.blessingsinabackpack.org/) is a unique program designed to feed elementary school children whose families qualify for the federal Free and Reduced Price Meal program, and have little to no food on the weekends. Better test scores, improved reading skills, positive behavior; improved health and increased attendance have all been attributed to the success of this program. $80 feeds a child in the program for an entire school year.
Blessings in a Backpack is a 501 C (3) non-profit organization currently feeding over 55,000 children in 318 schools in 37 U.S. states and three countries – Canada, Columbia and Haiti.
To support this event, please visit http://www.indiegogo.com/Twilight-The-Musical?a=246851
For more information, please visit: www.thetwilightmusical.com
Vote Kristen Stewart To Win E! Leading Lady of the Year & Pattinson vs Depp Battle
December 20, 2011
As we have been reporting, E! has several polls going on a celebrity of the year thing. There are all sorts of divisions male, female, singers, actors, etc. Anyway, Kristen Stewart has now made it into the Leading Lady Final Round where she is matched against Mila Kunis. The winner then moves into the over all finals where the ultimate winner will get to pick a charity, and E! will donate $25,000 to that charity.
Let’s try to get as many Twilight actors into this final round as possible.
Vote for Kristen Here
Meanwhile Rob is in a really tough battle in the men’s division with Johnny Depp. Vote for Rob here.
Lastly, Rob knocked out Taylor Launter in a previous round. Now we can bring Taylor back in the wildcard position to compete in the overall finals. Here are the instructions on how to do that.
We’re opening up a Wild Card round and letting you choose who should come in!
Just click the hashtag button below and write in your choice (or just tweet it out using the #celeboftheyear hashtag). We’ll count the votes, and on Dec. 22, put four new (or previously knocked out) players into the final round. This is your chance! Make sure your favorite celeb is in the running!
Tweet: [Insert celeb name] is my Wild Card pick! http://eonli.ne/ewildcard #CelebOfTheYear
Attention UK Fans A Breaking Dawn DVD Deal From Tesco
December 20, 2011
This Press Release from Tesco:
The wait is almost over and soon you will be able to take home the first part of the grand finale of the Twilight movie series. Due for release on March 12th 2012, you can now pre-order The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 on DVD for £10 or Blu-ray for £15 at Tesco Entertainment Online.
Tesco Entertainment Online are also offering pre-order customers 10% off their order with their exclusive Breaking Dawn deal. To take advantage of this deal, simply add the DVD or Blu-ray to your basket and then enter the code EX10BD at check-out, but hurry as this outstanding offer is only available until midnight on December 31st or until 10,000 lucky Twilight fans snap it up.
Pre-order The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 from Tesco Entertainment Online and we promise you will receive your purchase on the day of release. In addition, as with all new DVD releases, your pre-order will be protected by our Pre-Order Price Promise. This guarantees that if the pre-order price differs from the price on the day of release, Tesco Entertainment Online customers will only ever pay the lower price.
Past generations may have idolised the romance of Romeo and Juliet, but now there’s a new contender for the greatest romance of all time in Edward Cullen and Bella Swan. In The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1, Edward and Bella finally make it official, getting married in a beautiful ceremony before jetting off on their honeymoon to a private island in Brazil. After consummating their marriage, Bella becomes pregnant with Edward’s offspring and the pair rush back to Forks.
As Bella’s pregnancy progresses, it becomes apparent that this is no ordinary baby and werewolf friend Jacob Black and the Cullen family rally around the newlyweds. With the arrival of Edward and Bella’s daughter Renesmee, a chain of events is set in motion that could lead to all-out war.
The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 was directed by Academy Award-winning director Bill Condon and features sterling performances from Kirstin Stewart, Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner. Breaking Dawn on Blu-ray gets you closer to your favourite characters than ever through the power of stunning high-definition and there can be no greater gift for die-hard Twilight fans than getting up close and personal with Edward and Jacob.
On top of Breaking Dawn on DVD or Blu-ray, you can also bag yourself hundreds of hours’ worth of entertainment from Tesco Entertainment Online. With a huge selection of DVDs, Blu-rays, CDs, MP3s, and games, Tesco Entertainment Online is your one-stop shop for entertainment on the web.
Jack Morrissey Answers Fan Questions on the Team Jack Twitter
December 19, 2011
It was a busy over night on the Team Jack Twitter. Jack Morrissey, Bill Condon’s Partner, answered fan questions. Here’s what came up:
Question: @_Dana_09 Was wondering what your and Bill’s thoughts were about TwiCon.”
Answer: Here’s our reaction in four words: see you next year! We both had a great time! (JM)
Question: @Hazeleyedkell21 What has been the best part of the Twilight fandom so far for you and Bill?”
Answer: The raw, unfiltered enthusiasm for his movie, I’d say. The tweets from fans going back again and again. (JM)
Question: @BreakingDawnMov: logistically, what were the most difficult parts of the Brazil shoot?”
Answer: For sure the waterfall location, which everyone had to hike up to, carrying gear. No hand went up empty. (JM)
Question: @xJazzix: With the film having had some cuts due to ratings, do you think it still has the same effect as before?”
Answer: I’ve seen every cut and yes, absolutely. Btw, not one frame – not one – was cut from the birth in North America. (JM)
Question: @ingrydpattinson: Did you see the SWATH trailer? What did you think?”
Answer: We both loved it — how great does that movie look!? And there’s already a billboard for it by Universal! (JM)
Question: @RobstenCuteness: Did you[meaning Jack not Bill ] have any creative input on BD? at all? a suggestion or idea?”
Answer: Yes. ;-D (JM)
Question: for the last three movies the script was released. Do you think BD will be?”[Lexicon note: it wasn’t officially released so much as versions leaked online]
Answer: In book form? I have no idea – I haven’t heard anything. (JM)
Question: @Sashakrisbian27: Is there going to be an extra scene on DVD where B/E announce engagement to Charlie?” WB- was it even shot?
Answer: No, because it was never scripted or shot. Bill wanted that invitation sequence to carry that idea. (JM)
Question: @tlmfarmgirl will there be any fantasy wedding and/or Cullen family photo shoots? Would love a special ed. book w/ wedding pics”
Answer: Hmm, it’s possible, but again I haven’t heard anything. Sowwy! (JM)
Question: @AMB226606: How was the black carpet experience?”
Answer: Great and thrilling, ESPECIALLY knowing that every camper was getting in to the Nokia after the press was done! (JM)
Question: @tinkrbe1l3: Does Bill decide what deleted scenes are on the DVD?”
Answer: Somewhat. Not every deleted scene needs to be seen! (JM)
Question: @ForRealBlog: Wolf fight after birth wasn’t in book. What was the idea they had for including it? was it an outake Meyer had…
Answer: I believe that was Bill’s concept – he felt that the siege needed to explode in movie terms. It’s all opera. (JM)
Question: @smurfy_tapz: Edward gets beat down by a wolf. WHY? Why is Edward always made a wimp in these movies?”
Answer: Uhhhh…conflict is drama, drama is conflict? (JM)
Question: @laramasen: why isn’t Bella wearing Bridal wedding shoes while dancing with Jacob? She choose to change to something comfy?”
Answer: I guesso. I dunno what the thinking was on that, sorry! (JM)
Question: @up4anything2: Were the flyover shots in Rio stock footage or 2nd unit?”
Answer: I believe that all the aerial material was shot for this film by the 2nd unit — no stock shots. (JM)
Question: @AMB226606: What does Bill think of fan response? Did you attend a midnight showing?”
Answer: He’s beyond happy with the fan response. We did not attend a midnight showing as he was in Barcelona. (JM)
Vote For Kellan Lutz to be in Runelords
December 19, 2011
This is definitely a new one on us. Apparently a movie studio is leaving the final casting of a movie to the movie going public. Here is their press release (Bolding emphasis is ours). We’re not sure if the actors have actually been approached and are waiting for the public’s choice, or if this is just a wish list:
The Runelords movie is getting ready to do a casting call for actors. The choices for the starring roles have been narrowed down to nine candidates and the decision is being taken to vote in the public forum. Those nominated are Katrina Kaif, Aishwarya Rai, Brad Pitt, Zak Efron, Deepika Padukone, Bruce Willis, Russell Crowe, Hayden Christensen and Kellan Lutz. All fans are invited to vote for their favorites. Voting ends January 31,2012. Results will be tabulated at that time by David Farland Enterprises and The Runlords Movie Group.
The Runelords, a New York Times bestselling fantasy series written by David Farland, ten years in the making, is being prepared to be made into a major motion picture. A number of studios have jockeyed for position, capitol investors are lining up and a great deal of their decisions rest upon who will direct the film and that in part will depend upon who the actors will be.
Actors for the starring roles are being selected as one of the first steps to preparing to make the movie. Nine stars have been nominated for three roles. David Farland Enterprises has elected to allow fans to vote on which stars should be used, by public poll. All are invited to go to http://runelordsmovie.com/community/polls/ and vote for their favorite actors and actresses.
Author David Farland says, “Deciding who to nominate was tough. For wise King Orden we need a middle aged actor who looks like he has a head for strategy and can be a tough guy. He’s in for the fight of his life. We finally narrowed it down to Brad Pitt, Bruce Willis or Russell Crowe. The part of Iome, the outrageously beautiful princess, has to have a slightly oriental look. We struggled with some tough choices and came up with Katrina Kaif, Aishwarya Rai, or Deepika Padukone. Finally there was the part of Prince Gaborn, a strong young idealist that falls head-over-heels in love with Princess Iome. He is a warrior, so he has to be lean and he’s going to get some magical treatments that are created by brands on his body. So he basically has to look good with his shirt off. There we boiled it down to Zak Efron, Hayden Christensen or Kellan Lutz. Now we want to see what the fans have to say.”
To vote for an actor, go to http://runelordsmovie.com/community/polls/.
For information contact David Farland Enterprises. David Farland is a #1 bestselling author of The Runelords series and is also known for many other works including his novels in the Star Wars and The Mummy franchises. His staff can be reached at http://www.davidfarland.com.
Jackson Rathbone Talks Fighting For the Love Of His Life
December 19, 2011
This isn’t what you think at first glance, but a great story nonetheless. PaperMag has a out-of-the-ordinary interview with Jackson Rathbone.
It was the spring of 2010 and I was in love. The girl who had stolen my heart was a black 2006 custom Gibson Les Paul. We had met in the City of Angels on my 25th birthday. She wanted to come home with me, and I could tell this would be more than a one-night stand. This was love — not my first — but the last in a long line of broken strings and humbuckers. Our love was electric. She sang to me, and I knew her name was Betty.
I had been on the road with my band, 100 Monkeys, playing shows across North America. On this leg of the tour, we were playing dive bars and juke joints, caravanning with a small trailer lugged by an old Ford van, followed by a small white Scion xB. It wasn’t luxurious by any means, but we were able to connect with our fans on a personal level.
Find out how Jackson had to protect the love of his life and what it cost him here.
Elizabeth Reaser Mentions Stephenie Meyer at Young Adult Premiere
December 19, 2011
Young Adult stars Kristen Stewart’s upcoming Snow White co-star Charlize Theron.
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A Very Special Christmas Video Message From Michael Sheen
December 16, 2011
Please help if you can. It’s truly a heartfelt message if you have ever known anyone in this position.
Special Bonus For Seeing Breaking Dawn Again From Summit Entertainment
December 16, 2011
We just received the following notification from Summit entertainment:
Today an exciting new opportunity starts for all BREAKING DAWN fans!
Any fans that see BREAKING DAWN – PART 1 again in theaters starting today through January 2, and tweet @Twilight “I’ve seen #BreakingDawn___ times! #SeeBDAgain” (Important Note: where it indicates ___, insert the number of times you’ve seen The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1), will be automatically entered to win a replica of Bella’s engagement ring from the film! Only one tweet/day per entrant will be accepted. See rules here: http://bit.ly/BDRules
Additionally, any fan that purchases their ticket online starting today using Fandango or MovieTickets.com will receive a FREE, exclusive holiday gift – a digital Bella & Edward Wedding Album!
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