Tim Robbins to 'rock' Avon Theatre this month Mar 2, 2007
Robbins wrote and co-produced "Cradle Will Rock," which stars Hank Azaria, Bill Murray and John and Joan Cusack. Robbins also directed "Bob Roberts" and "Dead Man Walking." He received an Oscar in 2004 for his supporting role in the film "Mystic River.". (Stamford Advocate)
Projection Booth: Can 'Epic Movie' Trump 'Smokin' Aces'? Jan 26, 2007
5 million) "I'll go with Jeremy Piven's movie ['Smokin' Aces']. His dad was my acting teacher, and I've been watching Jeremy act since he was 13 years old in the Young People's Company with Joan Cusack and John Cusack. ... He's so talented, and it was a long time coming. It's nice to see a big talent get recognized, and I think it's a real vindication for his dad, because his dad was a wonderful actor and great teacher but he never got the big-name success he deserved. I'll say the film will... (VHI.com -- Music News)
After Sundance, What Happens? Jan 22, 2007
Last year's festival opened Jan. 19, 2006, with a screening of "Friends With Money," written and directed by Nicole Holofcener and featuring an ensemble cast that included Jennifer Aniston, Scott Caan, Joan Cusack, Catherine Keener and Frances McDormand. "Friends With Money" had its Hollywood premiere the following March 27 and opened in theaters April 7. (CBS News)
'High School Musical' is bubbly fun Jan 16, 2007
Would you assume that John and Joan Cusack would be starring in the stage version just because they were in the movie. Do you expect to see Michael Crawford as the lead when Phantom of the Opera comes to town. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)