The Making Of ‘Illinoise’ And The Guiding Vision Of Sufjan Stevens – Tony Watch Q&a With Justin Peck
Illinoise, the dance-musical hybrid nominated for four Tony Awards (including Best Musical) is the seventh collaboration between Justin Peck, the resident choreographer and artistic advisor of the New York City Ballet, and his old friend and creative partner Sufjan Stevens, the indie singer-songwriter turned Oscar nominee (for his song “Mystery of Love” from 2017’s Call Me By Your Name). But it’s safe to say this quirky gem is something unique. Unlike the duo’s previous projects, which include commissions from major dance companies across the country, Illinoise isn’t exactly a ballet. It’s not exactly a musical either.
Putting movement to Stevens’ 2005 album Illinois and its captivating mixture of indie folk, rock and orchestral arrangements – not to mention lyrics that combine the autobiographical, the historical (figures from the state’s past and landscape pop up frequently) and the fanciful are fashioned into an episodic narrative without dialogue.
Putting movement to Stevens’ 2005 album Illinois and its captivating mixture of indie folk, rock and orchestral arrangements – not to mention lyrics that combine the autobiographical, the historical (figures from the state’s past and landscape pop up frequently) and the fanciful are fashioned into an episodic narrative without dialogue.
- 5/17/2024
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Acquisition
Altitude has acquired Georgia Oakley’s feature “Blue Jean” for distribution in the U.K. and Ireland.
The film, from U.K./French outfit Film Constellation, is headed to Venice, Toronto and the BFI’s London Film Festival this fall. It will premiere in Venice on Sept. 3.
In “Blue Jean,” Rosy McEwen (“Vesper”) stars as lesbian P.E. teacher Jean, who lives against the backdrop of the 1980s U.K. where being gay is still stigmatised. When a new girl arrives at the school, Jean finds herself facing a crisis that will challenge her to her core.
Hélène Sifre’s Kleio Films produced the feature with backing by BBC Film and the BFI (awarding National Lottery funding), in association with Great Point Media.
Adaptation
“Guns Akimbo” director Jason Howden is set to adapt his upcoming Opus Comics book “Monsters of Metal” for the big screen.
“Monsters of Metal,” which...
Altitude has acquired Georgia Oakley’s feature “Blue Jean” for distribution in the U.K. and Ireland.
The film, from U.K./French outfit Film Constellation, is headed to Venice, Toronto and the BFI’s London Film Festival this fall. It will premiere in Venice on Sept. 3.
In “Blue Jean,” Rosy McEwen (“Vesper”) stars as lesbian P.E. teacher Jean, who lives against the backdrop of the 1980s U.K. where being gay is still stigmatised. When a new girl arrives at the school, Jean finds herself facing a crisis that will challenge her to her core.
Hélène Sifre’s Kleio Films produced the feature with backing by BBC Film and the BFI (awarding National Lottery funding), in association with Great Point Media.
Adaptation
“Guns Akimbo” director Jason Howden is set to adapt his upcoming Opus Comics book “Monsters of Metal” for the big screen.
“Monsters of Metal,” which...
- 9/2/2022
- by K.J. Yossman
- Variety Film + TV
July 24th, 2015, 3:26pm– A bit of surprising Rupert Grint news has emerged online today – Rupert has been announced as the narrator of the audio version of the Tom Gates children’s comedy book series by Liz Pinchon. Rupert himself had this to say about narrating the audiobooks: Recording the Tom Gates audiobooks with Bolinda audio was a brilliant experience. It was great fun bringing the cast of characters to life, particularly Tom and his annoying sister Delia. I hope Tom Gates fans enjoy them! 11225202_10153531296974740_6241629724967670465_n You can hear excerpts from each audiobook or buy the full audio here. You can also dive into Tom’s world here to learn more about what the books are about - See more at: http://www.rupert-grint.us/#sthash.9ukKKBYf.dpuf...
- 7/24/2015
- by Malene
- Rupert-Grint.us/
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