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Davis, who won an Oscar for her supporting performance in "The Accidental Tourist" (1988), has been a passionate advocate for gender equality in media. She is the founder and chair of the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media, a nonprofit dedicated to educating and influencing film and television content creators to eliminate gender bias and stereotypes and create a wide variety of female characters in entertainment and media aimed at children. Davis was appointed Special Envoy for Women and Girls in Information and Communication Technologies for the United Nations' International Telecommunication Union in 2012, and served as chair of the California Commission on the Status of Women. In 2015, she launched the Bentonville Film Festival to support women and diversity in the entertainment industry. As an actor, she is recognized for portraying strong leading roles in such films as "Thelma & Louise" (1991), for which she earned an Oscar nomination, "The Fly" (1986), "Beetlejuice" (1988), "A League of Their Own" (1992) and "The Long Kiss Goodnight" (1996).

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Video: Watch Trailer for Zoë Kravitz's BLINK TWICE with Channing Tatum


MGM has released the trailer for the upcoming film Blink Twice, starring Channing Tatum and Naomi Ackie. When tech billionaire Slater King (Tatum) meets cocktail waitress Frida (Ackie) at his fundraising gala, sparks fly. He invites her to join him and his friends on a dream vacation on his private island. It’s paradise. But as strange things start to happen, Frida begins to question her reality. Watch the trailer here!

Geena Davis Confirms Absence in BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE


Geena Davis has set the record straight about her part (or lack thereof) in the upcoming Tim Burton sequel. In a new interview, the Beetlejuice star confirmed her absence in the film, which is due to the release later this year. She also gave her theory as to why it wouldn't make sense to her anyway.

EXPATRIATED Will Premiere at Hen & Chickens This Month


Expatriated, a poignant new play written and performed by Dominique Roberts and Candace Leung that explores contrasting experiences of migration, receives its world premiere at the Hen & Chickens Theatre, Islington, on Sunday 28 April.

Geena Davis Will Receive CinemaCon Viola Davis Trailblazer Award


Academy Award® winner Geena Davis will receive this year’s Viola Davis Trailblazer Award for her work in entertainment and her commitment to advocating for underrepresented communities. Davis will be presented with this special honor at the Big Screen Achievement Awards ceremony taking place on the evening of Thursday, April 11, at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace.

Spotlight: ALAN RUCK at Patchogue Theatre


An Evening with Alan Ruck at Patchogue Theatre

Video: Get A First Look At BEETLEJUICE in Brazil


Get a first look at the Brazil company of Beetlejuice performing The Whole Being Dead Thing in an all-new video. Based on Tim Burton's dearly beloved film, BEETLEJUICE tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice, a demon with a thing for stripes.

BEETLEJUICE Adds Additional Performance At Popejoy Hall


It’s showtime! Popejoy Presents Broadway in New Mexico announced today that an additional performance on Tuesday May 7, 2024 has been added to the North American Tour of BEETLEJUICE, the edgy and irreverent Broadway smash hit musical comedy.

Review: BEETLEJUICE: THE MUSICAL at Bass Concert Hall


Maybe BEETLEJUICE: THE MUSICAL, is Gen Z’s ROCKY HORROR SHOW. When THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW first premiered in London in 1973, it received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised its campy humor, catchy songs, and provocative themes, others found its content shocking and controversial. However, it quickly gained a cult following among audiences. Fast forward to BEETLEJUICE: THE MUSICAL. It has campy humor, (somewhat) provocative themes, and a cult following. It has a strong presence on social media platforms, with the cast and creative team actively engaging with fans through channels like TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter. This has helped to cultivate a dedicated fan base among younger audiences who are drawn to the show's behind-the-scenes content, fan art, and discussions.

Tickets For BEETLEJUICE in Atlanta Go On Sale Next Week


Regions Bank Broadway in Atlanta announced that single tickets for the North American Tour of BEETLEJUICE will go on sale Friday, Jan. 19.

BEETLEJUICE Comes to Overture in January 2024


The ghost-with-the-most will make his Madison debut in this edgy and irreverent new Broadway musical comedy. BEETLEJUICE will play in Overture Hall from Tuesday, Jan. 9 to Sunday, Jan. 14 as part of the 2023-34 Broadway at Overture season.

IMPERFECT Set For North American Digital Premiere in February 2024


The inspiring IMPERFECT challenges the lack of disability representation in entertainment, highlighting the need for authentic stories and disabled artists.

Alaska's DRAG: THE MUSICAL to Return to The Bourbon Room Ahead of NYC Run


The award-winning DRAG: The Musical will return to The Bourbon Room in Hollywood for a limited run of performances this March. Learn how to purchase tickets!

BEETLEJUICE Comes to Popejoy Hall in May


It’s showtime! Popejoy Presents Broadway in New Mexico announced today that single tickets for the North American Tour of BEETLEJUICE, the edgy and irreverent Broadway smash hit musical comedy, will go on sale Friday December 15, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. 

Tickets to BEETLEJUICE in Baltimore Go On Sale Tomorrow


The France-Merrick Performing Arts Center, home of Baltimore's historic Hippodrome Theatre announced that single tickets for the North American Tour of BEETLEJUICE, the edgy and irreverent Broadway smash hit musical comedy, will go on sale tomorrow, Friday, Dec. 1 at 10 a.m. EST.

Tickets to BEETLEJUICE at The Hobby Center o Sale This Week


The ghost-with-the-most is coming to Broadway at the Hobby Center. Don't miss BEETLEJUICE, on sale Friday November 17.

Tickets on Sale Now For BEETLEJUICE in Dallas


Single tickets are on sale today for the Dallas stop on the North American Tour of BEETLEJUICE, the edgy and irreverent Broadway smash hit musical comedy. BEETLEJUICE will play Dallas’ Music Hall at Fair Park from February 20 - March 3.

Review: BEETLEJUICE at Orpheum Theatre Memphis


What better way to celebrate Halloween than sitting in the audience of BEETLEJUICE The Musical?! The hilarious new musical opened in Memphis on Halloween, and runs until November the 5th! In other words, you don't have many more chances to catch this creepy old guy... and the rest of this phenomenal cast! 

BEETLEJUICE North American Tour Recoups After Only 37 Weeks On The Road


The North American Tour of the smash hit musical BEETLEJUICE recouped its initial investment during the recent Denver engagement, and after only 37 weeks on the road. 

BEETLEJUICE Single Tickets On Sale Thursday


It's showtime! Proctors announced today that single tickets for the North American Tour of BEETLEJUICE, the edgy and irreverent Broadway smash hit musical comedy, will go on sale 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 26.

Tickets to BEETLEJUICE at Bass Concert Hall on Sale This Friday


Don't miss your chance to see Beetlejuice at Bass Theater! Tickets will be available this Friday. Get ready for a spooktacular show that will leave you laughing and singing along. Grab your seats and get ready to be entertained by the ghost with the most!

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