Robin Williams‘ iconic Genie character from Disney’s Aladdin is back with some new lines!
28.09.2023 - 16:43 / deadline.com
Thomas Schumacher’s longtime reign atop the business operations of Disney Theatrical Group saw the division become a major player on Broadway and in the nation’s regional theaters, with such powerhouse productions as The Lion King and Aladdin becoming longrunning and touring stage staples.
Today, Schumacher, 65, announced that he’s leaving his role of DTG’s president and producer after three decades, telling staff this morning that he’ll segue into a purely creative role as the division’s chief creative officer. Andrew Flatt and Anne Quart, who have long worked closely with Schumacher, will jointly run the DTG as executive vice presidents.
Schumacher has overseen not only Disney’s Broadway offerings such as the longrunning smashes The Lion King and Aladdin but past hits including Beauty and the Beast, along with any number of less enduring productions, such as its most recent, 2018’s Frozen, which did not rise to the level, either critically or commercially, of the division’s better loved productions..
Schumacher also has spearheaded Disney’s touring productions.
Disney insiders tell Deadline that the move and the Flatt-Quart succession has been long in planning. As DTG’s Chief Creative Officer, Schumacher’s title is now identical to Jennifer Lee at Animation and Pete Docter at Pixar.
In Schumacher’s letter to staff, obtained by Deadline, Schumacher writes that, “As an organization we have always embraced change, and it’s in this vein that I’d like to share that, after leading Disney Theatrical Group for the last 30 of my 35 years at Disney, I have made the decision to shift into a solely creative capacity by assuming the new role of DTG’s Chief Creative Officer. This role allows me to focus on the aspect of our work
Robin Williams‘ iconic Genie character from Disney’s Aladdin is back with some new lines!
Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music Critic The most appreciative audience for “Dicks: The Musical” may be the Venn-diagram overlap between viewers who think the envelope for raunchy language in R-rated comedies doesn’t get pushed nearly hard enough and people who saw “Les Miserables” on Broadway three times. In other words, the warning not for every taste has never applied more.
Megan Thee Stallion has shared a new single called ‘Out Alpha The Alpha’ – listen to it below.The song is taken from the soundtrack to A24’s musical comedy film Dicks: The Musical, which was released in the US today (October 6). Megan portrays a CEO named Gloria Masters in the movie.Larry Charles, who directed the film, recently spoke to Consequence about teaming up with the Houston rapper on the project.
Jennifer Lee, Chief Creative Officer at Disney Animation, confirmed this afternoon that work has quietly begun on a third edition in the company’s Frozen film franchise during a keynote session at the London Film Festival (LFF).
“A lot of very impressive people have led this festival and what connects them is a love for movies and culture and what that can achieve,” Kristy Matheson told Deadline of her new job as Director of the British Film Institute’s London Film Festival.
Jazz Tangcay Artisans Editor Oscar-winning actor Ariana DeBose looks to the starry night and sings her heart’s desire in the trailer for Disney’s new animated feature “Wish.” If you’ve ever wondered how the Wishing Star came to be, this animated musical feature, set to be released on Nov. 22, is an ode to that legacy that has been featured so prominently throughout Disney Animation’s history. DeBose stars as Asha, a 17-year-old who lives in the magical kingdom of Rosas, a fantastical place ruled by Disney’s newest villain, Chris Pine’s King Magnifico, and built on people’s wishes and hopes.
Megan Thee Stallion has launched a new mental health resources website called Seize The Awkward.The rap star teased the announcement of the new initiative on social media earlier this week, sharing that she was about to drop “something that can help all of us”.Yesterday (September 26), the official website for Seize The Awkward was launched. “I’ve always been told I gotta be strong. Thick skinned.
Megan Thee Stallion has teased the release of something “that can help all of us”, suggesting new music is incoming.Taking to Instagram yesterday (September 25), the Houston rapper shared a brief black-and-white video that sees her side profile appear in silhouette.“I’ve always been told I gotta be strong,” she says in a voiceover.Megan confirmed in the caption that she would be “dropping something that can help all of us” later today (September 26). “Stay tuned, Hotties,” she added, along with the hashtag #SeizeTheAwkward.Check out the video here:A post shared by Megan Thee Stallion (@theestallion)In a recent interview with Complex, Megan hinted at releasing a joint project with her ‘Bongos’ and ‘WAP’ collaborator Cardi B and then taking the show out on the road.“We’re gonna have enough music that we need to go on tour together,” she told the outlet.
Beyoncé's hometown show in Houston, Texas couldn't be completed without the city's newest starlet. For the anticipated gig last Saturday (September 23), Beyoncé brought out Megan Thee Stallion for their collaboration, "Savage Remix," which came out in 2020.
Beyoncé teamed up with Megan Thee Stallion last night (September 23) during her homecoming ‘Renaissance’ show.The duo joined forces for their 2020 collaboration ‘Savage (Remix)’ for the first time at the NRG Stadium in Houston, footage of which you can view below.Ahead of the performance, Beyoncé told Megan: “I love you, Queen,” before the rapper shouted back, “I love you, Beyoncé.”The rapper previously attended the tour as a fan at a show in Paris in May earlier this year.“I LOVE YOU BEYONCÉ! AAAAAA”— Megan Thee Stallion#RenaissanceWorldTour pic.twitter.com/VEw1z3aOfW— BEYHIVE (@beyhivecombr) September 24, 2023FULL VIDEO: Megan Thee Stallion joins Beyoncé on stage in Houston for their debut live performance of “Savage Remix.”
shooting Megan Thee Stallion.The 31-year-old Canadian “Say It” rapper, whose legal name is Daystar Peterson, is now at North Kern State Prison in Delano, Calif.He appeared emotionless in the new picture, which was revealed five days after he was denied bail. Lanez had asked Judge David Herriford to release him on bail so he could live with his son and wife while his team work on his appeal. However, Judge David Herriford denied the motion on Sept.
The BFI London Film Festival has unveiled the full lineup for its revamped “Industry Forum,” which will feature keynote sessions with Jennifer Lee, chief creative officer of Disney Animation Studios, and Bill Kramer, CEO of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts (AMPAS).
Naman Ramachandran The 67th BFI London Film Festival’s annual industry forum has assembled a lineup of heavyweights. The forum events, which take place through the festival, kick off with a conversation between Bill Kramer, CEO, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) and Jane Millichip, CEO of BAFTA (British Academy of Film and Television Arts) and Ben Roberts, BFI chief executive.
Disney and Pixar announced on Monday that their animated feature Elemental, starring Leah Lewis and Mamoudou Athie, has scored the biggest movie premiere of the year to date on Disney+, earning 26.4 million views in its first five days on the service.
Megan Thee Stallion has joined the cast of Netflix‘s Big Mouth for its upcoming seventh season.Last night (September 14), Netflix announced the release date for the forthcoming seventh season of the hit puberty-themed animated comedy series, confirming in a new teaser that Megan Thee Stallion will play a version of herself in the show.The teaser trailer kicks off with a set of lips in the sky which open to reveal a Hormone Monster voiced by Megan. Connie the Hormone Monster (voiced by Maya Rudolph) says: “Sweet salami in a pair of stilettos, is that Megan Thee Stallion?” In response, Megan quips “it’s a big motherfucking deal they got me on the show,” before adding: “I ain’t gonna lie, it’s getting real sexy.”The show is then confirmed for an October 20 release.
Big Mouth will return for its seventh season on October 20, Netflix announced this afternoon (September 14). A teaser released along with the news reveals that Megan Thee Stallion will join the show as a “hormone monstress.” The trailer stars Meg alongside Maya Rudolph and Nick Kroll (the show’s creator), also seen in their (animated) hormone creature roles.
Aquaman is back.
Tuesday night’s 2023 Video Music Awards. Stallion, 28, posted a video on TikTok and Instagram where she looked cozy and friendly with Timberlake, 42, all while she was waving her hands around enthusiastically. “I just talk with my hands
Megan Thee Stallion and Justin Timberlake are putting rumours of a feud between them to rest.
Megan Thee Stallion has pulled out of this year’s Global Citizen Festival.A statement was shared by Global Citizen Festival on their official X/Twitter account that read: “Due to an unforeseen scheduling conflict, Megan Thee Stallion will no longer be available to perform at the 2023 Global Citizen Festival.”The rapper’s announcement of departure came 11 days before the day of the fest. Global Citizen Festival 2023 is set to take place at the Great Lawn in New York’s Central Park on Saturday, September 23.Other acts set to headline are Ms.