Latest John Williams News
Harrison Ford Listened To Indiana Jones Theme During Colonoscopy
Harrison Ford listened to the 'Indiana Jones' theme while having a colonoscopy.The 81-year-old actor - who plays the titular character in the money-spinning film franchise - has revealed that he heard John Williams' well-known tune...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 07 March 2024
Indiana Jones 5 Director James Mangold On Reshoots And Alternate Endings
James Mangold has insisted 'Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny' hasn't undergone any reshoots.The 59-year-old director - who will be at the helm of the fifth film in the long running action adventure franchise...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 20 December 2022
Home Alone In Concert To Tour The UK This Christmas
'Home Alone' will be brought to life in concert this Christmas.The iconic festive family film is to be revived with 'Home Alone In Concert' which is to tour in the UK for the first time...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 06 September 2022
John Williams Debuts New Theme From Indiana Jones 5
John Williams has teased the soundtrack for 'Indiana Jones 5'.The legendary composer unveiled 'Helena's Theme', which has been created for Phoebe Waller-Bridge's character in the upcoming blockbuster, during his Maestro of the Movies concert at...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 04 September 2022
Nicolas Cage To Star In Butcher's Crossing
Nicolas Cage is set to star in 'Butcher's Crossing'.The 57-year-old actor is attached to the adventure film, which is adapted from John Williams' 1960 novel about the rugged frontier of the American West.Gabe Polsky will...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 22 June 2021
Mads Mikkelsen Cast In Indiana Jones 5
Mads Mikkelsen has joined the cast of 'Indiana Jones 5'.The 55-year-old actor will star alongside Harrison Ford and Phoebe Waller-Bridge in the latest installment in the iconic film series.Harrison will reprise the role of the...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 16 April 2021
Hans Zimmer's Inception Soundtrack Is The Most Streamed Film Score On Spotify
Hans Zimmer's 'Inception' soundtrack is the most streamed film score on Spotify.The music from Christopher Nolan's sci-fi blockbuster topped the study conducted by the music streaming service, conducted to mark the reopening of cinemas across...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 27 August 2020
John Williams Greets Musical 'Star Wars' Fans Outside His Home
Celebrities and iconic popular figures have got to be used to elaborate fan moments occurring almost every day of their lives, but it's always heart-warming to see a little appreciation for it. John Williams proved...
By Holly Williams in Movies / TV / Theatre on 20 July 2016
'Star Wars' Composer John Williams To Receive Afi Lifetime Achievement Award
Composer John Williams is being honoured with a Lifetime Achievement award by the American Film Institute. The five-time Academy Award winner, who scored the soundtracks to Star Wars, Jaws, Schindler's List and E.T. among many...
By Ed Biggs in Movies / TV / Theatre on 09 October 2015
John Williams Named First Composer Honoured With Afi Lifetime Achievement Award
The revered musician will be presented with the coveted prize at a ceremony in June (16), making him the 44th recipient of the trophy. "John Williams has written the soundtrack to our...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 09 October 2015
John Williams Not Scoring Steven Spielberg Movie
The star has scored the music for all of the iconic moviemaker's feature films bar 1985's The Color Purple, but he will not be involved in Bridge of Spies, which is due for...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 19 March 2015
Steven Spielberg And Tom Hanks' Cold War Thriller Is Titled 'Bridge Of Spies' But It Won't Include A John Williams' Score
DreamWorks Pictures has announced Bridge of Spies as the title of Steven Spielberg's upcoming Cold War thriller, which will reunite the director with actor Tom Hanks after nearly a decade. But the film will sadly...
By Stephanie Chase in Movies / TV / Theatre on 18 March 2015
Alexandre Desplat Taking Over As Star Wars Composer
Just weeks after winning his first Oscar for his work on The Grand Budapest Hotel, Desplat has revealed Star Wars: Rogue One director Gareth Edwards has recruited him for the much-anticipated film, due...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 17 March 2015
Stars Wars Theme Is Officially The Best, According To Radio 3 Listeners Anyway
The iconic Star Wars theme was voted by BBC Radio 3 listeners as the UKs favourite from a selection of twenty classics. Star Wars dominated nearly a quarter of the vote, with Ennio Morricone's The...
By Jack de Aguilar in Movies / TV / Theatre on 27 September 2013
John Williams Confirms His Place On Upcoming Star Wars: Episode Vii
Last Saturday (27 July), John Williams became the latest name to be tied down to the upcoming re-boot of the beloved Star Wars franchise. The composer, who has written the score for all six of...
By Joe Wilde in Movies / TV / Theatre on 29 July 2013
John Williams To Score Upcoming Star Wars: Episode Vii & Fans Get First Glimpse At New Animated Series In An Eventful Star Wars-themed Weekend
There is still an air of apprehension surrounding the planned re-boot of the Star Wars franchise - which is now owned by Disney - however a recent interview with the great John Williams has given...
By Joe Wilde in Movies / TV / Theatre on 28 July 2013
Barry Manilow & Neil Diamond Win Hearts In A Glittering July Fourth Dc Performance
In a display of unrivalled patriotism, timeless icons Barry Manilow and Neil Diamond graced Washington DC's National Mall to help celebrate Independence Day, performing in front of thousands of fans and TV viewers.Singer Barry Manilow...
By Lauren James in Music / Festivals on 05 July 2013
John Williams To Score New Star Wars Movie? Jj Abrams Suggests It May Be So
JJ Abrams – like many a Star Wars fan – is struggling to envisage a Star Wars movie without the music of John Williams, the Hollywood Reporter have revealed. During a press conference in Berlin...
By Hayley Avron in Movies / TV / Theatre on 01 May 2013
Stunning 'Sam Wanamaker Playhouse' To Open In 2014 (Lit Entirely By Candles)
The new Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, an indoor Jacobean counterpart to Shakespeare's Globe, will open to the public on January 9, 2014 with a season of plays, opera and one-off concerts. The opening of the visually...
By Michael West in Movies / TV / Theatre on 23 April 2013
James Taylor: 'Composer Wanted Me For Lincoln'
Beloved singer/songwriter James Taylor was briefly considered for the lead role in Steven Spielberg's Abraham Lincoln biopic after composer John Williams insisted he was a dead ringer for the late U.S. president.Taylor reveals he was...
By WENN on 09 December 2012
John Williams Celebrates Double Win At Classical Brit Awards
Oscar-winning composer John Williams was the big winner at the Classical Brit Awards in London on Tuesday night (02Oct12), taking home a lifetime achievement honour and one of the evening's most sought-after prizes.Williams, the man...
By WENN on 03 October 2012
Phillip Phillips Staging Live Comeback At July Fourth Celebrations
Since winning American Idol, Phillip Phillips has been plagued with problems. Firstly, he was hospitalized with kidney problems and forced to undergo surgery. Then, the Phillips' family business was broken into and burglarised. Not exactly...
By WENN on 18 June 2012
The Artist Gets 12 Bafta Nominations
'The Artist' leads the nominations at the British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA). The French silent movie - starring Jean Dujardin and Berenice Bejo - has received 12 nods in categories including Best Film, Best Original...
By Bang Showbiz on 17 January 2012
The Artist Gets 12 Bafta Nominations
'The Artist' leads the nominations at the British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA). The French silent movie - starring Jean Dujardin and Berenice Bejo - has received 12 nods in categories including Best Film, Best Original...
By Bang Showbiz on 17 January 2012
The Artist Glitters With 6 Golden Globe Nominations
'The Artist' leads the way at the 2012 Golden Globes, after receiving six nominations.The silent film homage is up for Best Musical or Comedy, while its stars Jean Dujardin and Berenice Bejo are nominated for...
By Bang Showbiz on 15 December 2011
Charlie Simpson Not Excited By New Heavy Music
Charlie Simpson doesn't get "excited" by "new heavy music".The Fightstar singer has recorded his debut solo album, 'Young Pilgrim', which moves away from the band's heavy roots to a more folk and Americana influenced sound,...
By Bang Showbiz on 12 August 2011
Pal Lifts Lid On Hutchence And Yates' Animal Sex Life
Tragic rock couple MICHAEL HUTCHENCE and PAULA YATES enjoyed a night of passion involving a hamster, oysters and a prostitute on their very first date - according to a new book. The deceased INXS...
By World Entertainment News Network on 14 September 2003
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