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The ‘Superman’ sequel, ‘Man of Tomorrow,’ will arrive summer 2027

NEW YORK (AP) — Up, up and away! A “Superman” sequel is in the works. Writer-director James Gunn, who now presides over DC Studios with producer Peter Safran, shared on Instagram Wednesday that a new film, called “Man of Tomorrow,” will arrive in theaters July 9, 2027. His ...

American Eagle soars as teen clothing retailer embraces Sydney Sweeney frenzy

(AP) — Shares of American Eagle Outfitters spiked 31% at the opening bell Thursday after the teen clothing retailer said the frenzy surrounding its Sydney Sweeney ad campaign drew new customers during its most recent quarter. American Eagle rolled out its new new ad campaign starring 27-year-old actor over the summer. The fall denim campaign sparked a debate about race, Western beauty standards, and the backlash to “woke” American politics and culture. Negative reactions centered on ads that used the word “genes” instead of “jeans” featuring the blonde-haired, blue-eyed ...

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Thomas Schumacher to leave Disney after success

NEW YORK (AP) — Thomas Schumacher, who led Disney Theatrical Group for decades and helped it produce enduring musical theater hits like “The Lion King” and “Aladdin,” changing Times Square and Broadway itself, is leaving the company. Alan Bergman, co-chairman of Disney ...

A movie about the Kabuki theater is a surprise hit in soul-searching Japan

TOKYO (AP) — A three-hour film about the esoteric world of Kabuki is defying the odds at the Japanese box office, with tickets selling out at some cinemas. “Kokuho,” which means “national treasure,” has already grossed more than 10 billion yen ($68 million), making it the ...

Radiohead returns after 7 years, announces 20 new live dates

NEW YORK (AP) — Something is in the water in England. After a summer defined by the Oasis reunion, yet another beloved British rock band is set to return to the live stage: Radiohead. The band — made up of vocalist Thom Yorke, guitarist/keyboardist Jonny Greenwood, guitarist Ed O’Brien, bassist Colin Greenwood and drummer Phil Selway — have 20 shows on the books, taking place in five cities across Europe: Madrid, Bologna, London, Copenhagen and Berlin this November and December. They will perform four nights in each city. Radiohead last performed in 2018, in support of their ...