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Adam Shankman talks about the hosts for the 82nd annual Oscars

Director/choreographer Adam Shankman has only been the co-producer of the Oscars for three weeks. But Shankman and his co-producer Bill Mechanic, former head of Twentieth Century Fox, have managed to lock down the biggest part of the job, the host. We talked to Shankman about wrangling v...
Wed, Nov 4 | from Oh No They Didn't!

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Adam Shankman's adaptation of the stage musical Hairspray, itself an adaptation of the non-musical John Waters film of the same name, stars ... moviefone.com
Tue, Nov 3 | from The BV Entertainment Newswire Blog

STAGE TUBE: HAIRSPRAY Visits The Paul O'Grady Show

The West End cast of HAIRSPRAY visited The Paul O Grady Show and you can watch the interview right here on STAGE TUBE!
Fri, Oct 16 | from Broadway World

John Travolta Returns To Stand In Bahamas, Testifies Medic ...

It's John Travolta as you've never seen him before in "Hairspray!" Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt attend the ceremony, walking past all press. ... and more »
Wed, Sep 30 | from Access Hollywood

'Hairspray' director becomes full-time 'So You Think You Can Dance ...

Best known as the director of hit films including "The Pacifier," "Bringing Down the House" and "Hairspray," Shankman is also a successful producer, ... Adam Shankman will be 'SYTYCD' judgemsnbc.com Adam Shankman named new judge on 'So You Think You Can Dance'Los Angeles Times
Wed, Sep 16 | from HitFix

Dancing With the Stars creates new gay dance show

The following celebrity guests have appeared on the show: Marissa Jaret Winokur – Tony award winning actress as Tracy Turnblad in Hairspray on Broadway. ... and more »
Mon, Sep 7 | from Examiner.com

Opinion: Muny's 'Hairspray' makes summer dream...

Hairspray' at the Muny is a rainbow-colored confectionBelleville News Democrat The Last Dance: In Hairspray, the Muny's season finale, youth is ...Riverfront Times REVIEW: Muny Closes Their 2009 Season with an Upbeat Production of ...Broadway World
Wed, Aug 5 | from St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Vanessa Williams says the Ugly Betty musical episode is totally happening this time! Totally.

Vanessa, who was just nominated for an Emmy for her role as Wilhelmina Slater, says Hairspray composer Marc Shaiman, who was attached to compose the songs for a scrapped 2007 musical episode, may no longer be involved.
Fri, Jul 17 | from Oh No They Didn't!

STAGE REVIEW: ‘Hairspray’ most fun show of the year

Based on the film of the same name by John Waters, the book by Mark O’Donnell and Thomas Meehan is filled with great one-liners and a still-timely message about integration, while the music by Marc Shaiman with lyrics by Shaiman and Scott Wittman is ... Good Morning Baltimore Packet Online
Wed, Mar 25 | from Reading Eagle

How To: 1960s Classic Bouffant Hairstyle

This is my take on the very classic 1960's hairstyle, often seen on old Hollywood celebs like Mary Tyler Moore from the "Dick Van Dyke Show". There are many ways to create the "Bouffant" (hair piled high on the head and hanging down on the sides), but this is the simple old-fashioned way! You w...
Thu, Jan 29 | from YouTube

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Tue, Jan 20 | from YouTube

Adam Shankman Divulges More New Hairspray 2 Details

As for the ensemble cast, most of them are expected to return, although nothing has been confirmed just yet. Shankman did say that Michelle Pfeiffer (as Velma Von Tussle) won't be returning, citing a "change in villains." As for the rumors about John Travolta not returning as Edna Turnblad...
Mon, Jan 5 | from First Showing

Hairspray: A Hyperactive Musical

I recently watched the latest version of the movie musical Hairspray, which was a remake of the original 1988 version written and directed by John Waters. I’ve seen bits and pieces of that version, starring Ricki Lake as Tracy Turnblad, but not enough to say which one is better.
Fri, Oct 3 | from Eclaire Fare

(Fic) Bountiful (Hairspray, Maybelle/Edna, PG)

Fandom: Hairspray (2007 movieverse) Pairing: Maybelle/Edna Rating: PG Words: 758 Notes: For [info] 10lilies, prompt "a keepsake". Summary: Having her cake, and eating it too. ( She feels younger than she has in years, lighter in the way ...
Fri, Aug 8 | from Femmeslash

Movie Review: Hairspray

The real stars are the kids. The kids are led by Nikki Blonsky, in her first role, and she makes the most of it. She has a strong voice, can dance well, and has such an exuberant screen presence that she really carries the film. Amanda Bynes is the adorable best friend who seems to be a perpetual sta...
Sat, Jul 21 | from Blogcritics

Podcast: Interview: Hairspray Director Adam Shankman and Star Nikki Blonsky

On Monday June 25th I had the chance to sit down with Hairspray director / choreogrpher / executive producer Adam Shankman and star / newcomer Nikki Blonsky, who plays Tracy Turnblad in the film. (...) Tags: Adam Shankman, Hairspray, Nikki Blonsky
Wed, Jul 18 | from /FILM