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Some of the most important meetings in Hollywood history will take place in the coming week, as OpenAI hits Hollywood to show the potential of its “Sora” software to studios, talent agencies, and media executives.

Kevin Bacon is going back to the school where Footloose was filmed.

EXCLUSIVE: Rockmond Dunbar has joined the recurring cast of Peacock‘s upcoming limited series Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist, starring and executive produced by Kevin Hart. This marks Dunbar’s first acting job since he was terminated from 9-1-1 in 2021 over not complying with the studio’s Covid vaccine mandate after his requests for a medical and religious exemptions were rejected. The actor subsequently filed a $1M lawsuit against Disney over the firing, with the case now headed to trial.

Clayton Davis Senior Awards Editor The Joker and Harley Quinn are set to serenade audiences in “Joker: Folie à Deux,” but if, and how many of original songs will be included in the film, is a mystery. Insiders privy to filming and early versions of Todd Phillips’ eagerly awaited sequel to “Joker” tell Variety the movie leans heavily towards being “mostly a jukebox musical,” as it integrates at last 15 reinterpretations of “very well-known” songs. One is said to be “That’s Entertainment” from the 1953 musical “The Band Wagon,” famously associated with Judy Garland.

A cap on Georgia’s film and television production tax credit looks much different now in the latest version of a bill that’s passed from the House to the Senate.

Frank Rizzo Ever feel like running away from home to join a musical? Then “Water for Elephants” would be the show of choice that offers escapism, enchantment and heart — and thrills, too. Based on Sara Green’s 2006 bestseller, the show premiered last year at Atlanta’s Alliance Theatre and elevates the musical to new and literal heights with its seamless integration of theatrical and cirque artistry.

The first teaser trailer for Jeff Bridges‘ new limited series has been released!

When it comes to our spring wardrobes, nothing will work harder than a midi dress. Although we love a bold print or a dainty floral pattern, there’s something about a classic black dress that will never go out of style. If you’re nodding along in agreement, then we think we’ve found the perfect dress to add to your new season wardrobe; Nobody’s Child’s Black Long Sleeve Bardot Amanda Midi Dress, £59.50 here (was £85).

Megan Thee Stallion has announced UK, European and North American dates for her ‘Hot Girl Summer’ 2024 tour.Stallion’s tour will consist of 32 dates across North America, Europe and the UK set for the spring and summer. The first show will kick off at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Steven J. Horowitz Senior Music Writer In partnership with his Rocket Foundation, Quavo has announced the “Spark Grants” program, intended to support organizations working to minimize community violence in his native Atlanta and beyond. The rapper, who laid the bricks for his career as one-third of Migos, founded the Rocket Foundation in 2022 to honor his group member and nephew Takeoff who was shot and killed in 2022.

Netflix is moving from quarterbacks to wide receivers and tight ends in its latest NFL docuseries.

EXCLUSIVE: Luther and Hijack star Idris Elba is set to direct singer Seal, Nollywood stars Nse Ikpe-Etim (Shanty Town), Eku Edewor (Breath Of Life) and Atlanta Bridget Johnson (Man Of God), and former Nigerian Idol contestant Constance Olatunde in short film Dust To Dreams.

EXCLUSIVE: Andscape, the Black multimedia platform from Disney and ESPN, on Monday revealed &360, a new documentary anthology intended to explore the influence of Black culture on American society, expanding perspectives, telling previously untold stories, and revealing truths about some of the biggest sports and cultural moments of our time.

who famously played Lando Calrissian in the “Star Wars” movie franchise, sort of praised Donald Glover, who inherited the role, in comments he made to the Radio Times in the UK.“I had a nice little lunch with him. He’s a delightful young man.

Sanya Richards-Ross is leaving The Real Housewives of Atlanta after two seasons on the Bravo reality series.

EXCLUSIVE: Will Trent is digging up some strong viewership for ABC.

To hear Bktherula tell it, “LVL 5” refers to planes of consciousness: we all start at Level 3 (because we’re three-dimensional beings), then ascend to Level 4 (akin to breaking out of the Matrix) and then Level 5, where an individual overcomes their ego to have compassion for their fellow man, whatever level they’re on. There are levels beyond this, but this fifth dimension beyond the astral realm is where the 21-year-old artist resides.

Halloween is coming early this year, as Blumhouse and AMC Theatres have partnered to launch the Halfway To Halloween Film Festival, which will take place at over 100 AMC theaters in 40 U.S. cities from March 29 to April 2.

In the days following the Feb. 28 shooting of Righteous Torrence “TK” Hill, 35, a well-known and beloved Atlanta LGBTQ salon owner, details surrounding what led an unnamed gunman to open fire, shooting Hill multiple times in the front entrance of his East Point home resulting in his death, were non-existent until now.

Ryan Gosling took the mic for a special screening of his latest film “The Fall Guy,” the Oscar nominee was eager to salute the stunt community — in particular, to show off the record-breaking stunt that his double performed. “There’s a gentleman who buckles me into a car — that’s Logan Holladay — for a stunt he’s about to do,” Gosling told the audience assembled at the Grove in Los Angeles on Wednesday night. “Then he goes on to do eight-and-a-half cannon rolls, which is a world record.

The Bear is coming back with more than we even thought before!

Good news for fans: we hear there is more of The Bear on the way than previously thought. Multiple sources confirm to Deadline that the Emmy-winning FX on Hulu comedy, which was renewed for Season 3 in November, also has been picked up for a fourth season to film back to back in Chicago.

Jem Aswad Executive Editor, Music Jennifer Lopez has canceled seven dates of her first North American tour in five years, in support of her new album “This Is Me… Now” and its pair of companion films. The dates spanning Aug.

Jennifer Lopez has quietly cancelled a handful of shows from her upcoming 2024 tour.The pop icon released tickets for her forthcoming live shows two weeks ago, held as part of her ‘This Is Me… Now’ tour.Originally, this year’s shows were set to consist of more than 30 cities across North America, kicking off in June and wrapping at the end of August. It would have seen her make stops in Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Toronto and more, and was later extended to include more dates in the latter three.Now, with tickets having been on sale for over a fortnight, the singer has quietly and swiftly removed a number of shows without explanation.Seven shows have been axed, including dates in late August across Nashville, New Orleans, Raleigh, Atlanta, Houston, Cleveland and Tampa.

Jennifer Lopez is ditching some of her tour dates but no one knows why — yet!

Jennifer Lopez won’t be getting loud anytime soon.Jenny from the block, 54, has canceled several shows across seven cities for her forthcoming “This Is Me…Now: The Tour” concert.This is Lopez’s first tour in five years, and the dates axed were from Aug. 22 to Aug.

Jennifer Maas TV Business Writer New Drake-produced doscuseries “Magic City: An American Fantasy” debuted at SXSW Monday night to a roaring crowd packed with friends, patrons and fans of the project’s titular iconic Atlanta strip club, Magic City. After the first episode of the three-part doc, which does not yet have a distributor or platform attached, was screened, producer Cole Brown and director Charles Todd fielded a few questions from the audience, including “Was there anything too explicit to put in the documentary?” “We wanted to walk a fine line with nudity, in particular, where you can’t make a documentary about a strip club and not have any nudity, it just isn’t true to form, and you’re trying to tell the true story,” Brown said. “At the same time, we didn’t want it to be salacious, gratuitous.

VERIVERY have announced their upcoming 2024 ‘Go On’ fan-meeting tour, featuring shows in the US and Asia.VERIVERY revealed the first batch of dates for their newly announced 2024 ‘Go On’ fan-meeting tour today (March 11) through their official X (formerly Twitter) account. The boyband will kick things off with a show in Seoul, South Korea on May 12.Thereafter, VERIVERY will head to the US in June 2024.

Steven J. Horowitz Senior Music Writer Sting has announced his “Sting 3.0” tour dates, with plans to perform as one-third of a trio at smaller venues across North America. The Police frontman will hit the road alongside drummer Chris Maas, who previously served as tour drummer for Mumford & Sons, as well as longtime collaborator and guitarist Dominic Miller.

Wallows have announced their 2024 ‘Model’ world tour with dates in the UK, Europe and North America.The trio – comprised of Dylan Minnette, Braeden Lemasters and Cole Preston – are set to kick off their biggest tour to date at the Alaska Airlines’ Theater of the Clouds in Portland, Oregon on August 6. From there, the band will make their way across the US with stops in major cities such as Seattle, Las Vegas, Austin, Atlanta, New York, Boston and San Fransisco.

Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor Sports news and commentary Deadspin has been sold again — and its entire staff has been laid off. Deadspin, once owned by Gawker Media, became part of G/O Media in 2019. In a memo to company staff Monday, G/O Media CEO Jim Spanfeller announced that Deadspin was sold to European firm Lineup Publishing.

Weezer dropped their critically-acclaimed debut “Blue Album.”To celebrate the anniversary of the iconic record — technically titled “Weezer” — Rivers Cuomo and co. will take off on their 22-concert arena ‘Voyage to the Blue Planet Tour’ where they’ll play the 10-track album in its entirety.“We also plan on playing all of your favorite Weezer songs, rarities and more,” the band shared on Instagram.That includes a stop at New York City’s Madison Square Garden on Wednesday, Sept.

Joe Biden’s presidential campaign will be airing its recently introduced spot “For You” on ABC affiliates in battleground markets during tonight’s Oscarcast.

Jordan Moreau SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for the Season 2 finale of “The Traitors,” now streaming on Peacock. Just like the entire season, “The Traitors” Season 2 finale was jam-packed with drama up until the very end. After banishing the final traitor, plus two innocent faithfuls, “The Challenge” pals CT Tamburello and Trishelle Cannatella split the final jackpot of over $200,000. “Below Deck” star Kate Chastain was the last remaining traitor after “Real Housewives of Atlanta” queen Phaedra Parks was banished in last week’s penultimate episode.

SPOILER ALERT: This article contains details of the winner of The Traitors Season 2.

Air have announced a North American leg of their 2024 25th Anniversary ‘Moon Safari’ tour in celebration of their seminal album.The French duo – comprised of Nicolas Godin and Jean-Benoît Dunckel – will kick off the US tour at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver on September 25. From there, Air will make their way across the US, making stops in major cities such as Los Angeles, Chicago, Boston, Washington D.C., New York City and Dallas before wrapping up the tour at the Moody Amphitheatre in Austin on October 30.A ticket pre-sale will be available starting today (March 7) for fans who use the access code KEY.