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DAYLIGHT SAVING DELIGHTS AUDIENCES
Director Adam Cook’s latest project DAYLIGHT SAVING opened last week to rave reviews. Darlinghurst Theatre Company are staging the production as part of a tribute to legendary playwright Nick Enright, and have committed to staging two more of his works in the coming seasons. “Adam Cook has drawn together a cast of comedy experts who lithely skip through the material… the one-liners are excellent and perfectly delivered” – Daily Review Playing until November 30th, click HERE to book tickets!
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NICHOLAS BEAUMAN A.S.E NOMINATED FOR SCREEN EDITORS AWARD
Editor Nicholas Beauman has been nominated for the Blue Post Award for Best Editing in a Television Drama. His work on the television movie CARLOTTA has been highlighted for the upcoming awards to be held on Saturday the 6th of December 2014 at the Paddington RSL in Sydney. Click HERE for the full list of nominees.
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THE BABADOOK NOMINATED FOR BRITISH INDEPENDENT FILM AWARD
Australia’s latest horror film THE BABADOOK has just been nominated for Best International Independent Film for the upcoming British Independent Film Awards. Featuring music composed by Jed Kurzel, and production design by Alex Holmes, the film has continued building momentum as it gains popularity around the globe. To view the full list of nominees click HERE.
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MORE GREAT REVIEWS FOR THE BABADOOK UK RELEASE
Fantastic reviews have flooded in since the recent release of horror film THE BABADOOK in the UK. With composer Jed Kuzel’s eery underscore, and Alex Holmes’ outstanding production design, the film has gained worldwide attention for its chilling story-telling. Read some recent UK reviews below: MTV 5 Stars The Guardian 4 Stars Cine-Vue 4 Stars The Daily Telegraph 4 Stars HMV Five Reasons You’ll Love The Babadook
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THE MULE TRAILER
Shot by Stefan Duscio, THE MULE is a thrilling crime film which follows a first time drug mule (Angus Sampson) who is caught by law enforcement. The film will be released in cinemas and available to download simultaneously on the 21st of November – which is the first time this release format has been done in Australia. View the trailer HERE.
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FIVE STARS FOR DIRTY DANCING
Choreographer Kate Champion has received rave reviews for her latest work DIRTY DANCING. “The stage version of the hit film is electric, packed with brilliant dancing to Kate Champion’s remarkable choreography” Showing now at the Wolverhampton Grand Theatre until October 11 Read the full review HERE.
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TEN QUESTIONS WITH MATT MARSHALL
As one of the most sought after lighting designers in the country, Matt has worked with Australia’s major theatre and production companies. His CV continues to expand, as he takes on new and challenging projects with his distinctive flair for lighting design. Read more about his experiences as a designer in the Sydney theatre scene HERE.
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GET ART & ABOUT WITH MATT MARSHALL
Art & About Sydney will host a quarter acre block party tonight in Martin Place, with designer Matt Marshall bringing life to the party with his lighting. The free event will run from 5.00pm today, and is a “homage to the disappearing great Aussie backyard” With great food and entertainment make sure you don’t miss out! For more event information click HERE.
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JEAN KITTSON BOOK SIGNING TONIGHT!
Pages and Pages Mosman are hosting an author talk about book signing with the wonderful Jean Kittson tonight, talking about her new book ‘You’re Still Hot To Me’ at the Mosman Library. Kick off is at 7pm. For further details click HERE.
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THE BABADOOK IS RELEASED IN CINEMAS TODAY!
The Babadook is released in cinemas today! Production Design by Alex Holmes along with Jed Kurzel mastering the score. To see what Margaret and David have to say on ABC’s At The Movies – click HERE.
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2014 GREEN ROOM AWARDS ANOUNCED!
Congratulations to our wonderful and talented recipients for the following Green Room awards; Direction Neil Armfield, The Book of Everything, Melbourne Theatre Company presents A Belvoir and Kim Carpenter’s Theatre of Image Co-Production. Betty Pounder Award for Excellence in Choreography Dein Perry and David Atkins, Hot Shoe Shuffle, David Atkins Enterprises. For more details; http://www.heraldsun.com.au/entertainment/arts/jack-charles-receives-top-honour-at-green-room-awards/story-fni0fcgk-1226898449626
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THESE FINAL HOURS TO SCREEN AT CANNES
A huge congratulations to our incredibly talented writer/director Zak Hilditch. His debut feature film THESE FINAL HOURS will screen at Cannes Film Festival in the Directors’ Fortnight section next month. THESE FINAL HOURS is an Apocalyptic thriller, shot beautifully by another very talented HLA client, Bonnie Elliott. For further information about the festival CLICK HERE to find out more.
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TOBY OLIVER REVIEW WOLF CREEK 2
Toby Oliver receiving great reviews for Wolf Creek 2 – “Vital are the special effects and Toby Oliver’s excellent cinematography.” The Blurb “{There is} some spectacular widescreen outback cinematography by Toby Oliver” Screen Daily ‘”Wolf Creek 2 is better made than its predecessor, thanks in no small part to Toby Oliver’s pristine widescreen outback photography” The Australian
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GREEN ROOM NOMINATIONS ANNOUNCED
Congratulations to the following: Best Direction Theatre: Neil Armfield – The Book of Everything, Melbourne Theatre Company presents A Belvoir and Kim Carpenter’s Theatre of Image co-production Michael Kantor – The Shadow King, Malthouse Theatre Matthew Lutton – The Bloody Chamber, Malthouse Theatre Best Theatre Ensemble The Book of Everything, Melbourne Theatre Company presents A Belvoir and Kim Carpenter’s Theatre of Image co-production The Shadow King – Malthouse Theatre Betty Pounder Award For Excellence In Choreography: Dein Perry & David Atkins – Hot Shoe Shuffle ...
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ANDREW COMMIS FOR BEST AUSTRALIAN CINEMATOGRAPHY FOR THE ROCKET
Australian Film Critics Association nominates Andrew Commis for Best Australian Cinematography for THE ROCKET.
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FCCA NOMINATES ANDREW COMMIS FOR BEST AUSTRALIAN CINEMATOGRAPHY FOR THE ROCKET.
Film Critics Circle of Australia nominates Andrew Commis for Best Australian Cinematography for THE ROCKET.
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DAAS SELLS OUT AT CANBERRA COMEDY FESTIVAL
The hugely loved DOUG ANTHONY ALL STARS (Tim Ferguson, Paul Livingston & Paul McDermott) have sold out their only two shows at the Canberra Comedy Festival in early March. They will also be performing on the Opening Night Gala on Tuesday 4th March. For further information and ticket purchases CLICK HERE.
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ONCE IN ROYAL DAVID’S CITY
OPENING TONIGHT Once in Royal David’s City opens this evening at Belvoir St Theatre, with HLA client Alan John composing the beautiful music.
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DEIN PERRY TAPS IT UP WITH BOLLYWOOD
The cinematic adventure DHOOM 3 is currently screening in Australian multiplexes. The opening credit sequence to this Bollywood blockbuster features Dein Perry’s unique choreography which accompanies the film’s title song DHOOM MACHALE. DHOOM 3 has grossed $1.7million within 3 weeks domestically and is on course to make Bollywood Box Office history internationally.
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