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theater5 months ago

Mia Carragher to Star as Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games Stage Adaptation

Mia Carragher has been cast as Katniss Everdeen in the stage adaptation of 'The Hunger Games' in London, set to premiere on October 20 at the Troubadour Canary Wharf Theatre. Carragher, a recent graduate with acting credits including 'One Night in Istanbul' and 'The Gathering,' was chosen for her charisma and combat skills, and she expressed excitement about playing the fearless and nurturing character. The play, adapted by Conor McPherson and directed by Matthew Dunster, marks the first live stage version of the popular series.

entertainment2 years ago

Rachel Zegler Pays Tribute to 'Hunger Games' Legacy at Premiere

Rachel Zegler pays tribute to Jennifer Lawrence's iconic "Girl on Fire" moment from The Hunger Games by wearing a black gown that flares out to red at the bottom, resembling flames, at the Berlin premiere of the prequel movie Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. Zegler plays Lucy Gray Baird in the film, which follows a teenage Coriolanus Snow before he becomes the tyrannical president of Panem. Director Francis Lawrence describes Zegler's character as the "anti-Katniss" and highlights the differences in their survival strategies. The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes will be released in theaters on November 17.

entertainment2 years ago

Jennifer Lawrence's Future as Katniss Everdeen in 'Hunger Games' Uncertain

Producers of The Hunger Games films have cast doubt on Jennifer Lawrence reprising her role as Katniss Everdeen, stating that her return would depend on whether author Suzanne Collins writes a new novel involving the character. While Lawrence expressed her willingness to return to the franchise earlier this year, the producers believe that Katniss' story is complete. The upcoming prequel spin-off, The Hunger Games: The Ballad Of Songbirds & Snakes, is set to be released in November, focusing on a young Coriolanus Snow.

entertainment2 years ago

The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes Introduces a New Hunger Games Protagonist: Lucy Gray, the Anti-Katniss

The upcoming Hunger Games prequel, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, introduces a new protagonist named Lucy Gray Baird, who is described as the "anti-Katniss." Unlike Katniss Everdeen, Lucy Gray is extroverted, wears her sexuality on her sleeve, and is a performer who loves crowds and knows how to manipulate people. The film features musical numbers and a key performance that connects to Katniss. While the prequel explores the history and mythology of the Hunger Games, it offers a different take on the formula.

entertainment2 years ago

Jennifer Lawrence open to reprising role in "Hunger Games" franchise.

Jennifer Lawrence expressed her willingness to return to her role as Katniss Everdeen in "The Hunger Games" franchise during a recent interview. She played the lead role in the four films released from 2012-2015. Lawrence's new R-rated comedy "No Hard Feelings" is set to release on June 23rd. The prequel film "The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes" is set to release this Fall.

entertainment2 years ago

Jennifer Lawrence eager to reprise role in 'Hunger Games' sequel.

Jennifer Lawrence expressed her interest in returning to the role of Katniss Everdeen in "The Hunger Games" film franchise if given the opportunity. However, she will not appear in the upcoming prequel for the franchise. Lawrence made headlines for wearing flip-flops at the Cannes Film Festival, but clarified that it was not a political statement and her shoes were a size too big.

entertainment2 years ago

Jennifer Lawrence eager to reprise role as Katniss in potential 'Hunger Games' sequel.

Jennifer Lawrence expressed her willingness to reprise her role as Katniss Everdeen in another Hunger Games movie. The franchise helped launch her career and continued until 2015. Lawrence also spoke about the responsibility of playing a lead female character in an action movie and how it affected her acting mentality. She shared her thoughts on the upcoming prequel, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, and joked about feeling "old as mold" now that the franchise is over a decade old.

entertainment2 years ago

Jennifer Lawrence willing to reprise Katniss role in Hunger Games sequel.

Jennifer Lawrence has expressed her willingness to play the role of Katniss Everdeen again in the Hunger Games franchise. The Oscar-winning actress said she would be "100 percent" open to revisiting the character that made her a household name. While no new Katniss-centered movies are currently in the works, the franchise is set to return to the big screen this fall with the release of The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, a prequel to the Lawrence-led films.