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"Sherlock" Star Attached to New Brian Epstein Film Project

11/01/2012 at 3:00 am

BrianEpstein.comA second film based on the life of Beatles manager Brian Epstein is in the works.

The Hollywood Reporter says Benedict Cumberbatch -- best known for playing Sherlock Holmes in the British series Sherlock -- will star in the film. Sherlock director Paul McGuigan is also involved in the project.

Tom Hanks will co-produce the movie, which does not appear to have a title as of yet. read more ≫


The Who Kicks Off "Quadrophenia" Tour Thursday, Pete Townshend Explains Concept Behind 1973 Album

11/01/2012 at 3:00 am

MSO PRThe Who launches its Quadrophenia and More Tour of North America Thursday in Sunrise, Florida.  The trek will encompass two legs, the first winding down on December 9 in Uncasville, Connecticut, and the second running from a January 28 concert in Anaheim, California, through a February 26 stop in Providence, Rhode Island.

As the name of the outing suggests, the legendary British rockers' classic 1973 rock opera, Quadrophenia, will be a centerpiece of the upcoming shows.  The band also will play a selection of its other well-known songs during the performances. read more ≫


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