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The Star
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
PJ sold-out shows by all-child cast help build confidence, imagination via theatre
(From third left)Raoul, Casey, Kaeley and Aviela (right) with the rest of the actors of 'Maleficent'. —Courtesy photo A GROUP of children aged four to 15 managed to put together four sold-out performances at the PJ Performing Arts Centre (PJPAC). Their performances brought storybook favourites to life on stage during Story Book Academy's theatre showcase featuring Pinocchio, Snow White, Peter Pan and Maleficent. The shows were staged by the all-child cast from diverse backgrounds, marking a milestone for the academy's growing performing arts community. The strong turnout was a mark of pride for the academy's mission of nurturing creativity, confidence and collaboration through storytelling and theatre. A special highlight was the staging of Maleficent, which featured four students from the Dignity for Children Foundation who received the academy's performing arts scholarship. In addition to Kaeley Ng Mei Shuen, three students – Aviela Nkechiamara Chukwu, Raoul Lee Tzyy Hao and Casey Chee Seng Quan were returning scholars. 'We're thrilled that so many families came to cheer on the children,' said academy director Jeanisha Wan. 'Our focus has always been on creating joyful, meaningful experiences through stories, not perfect performances, but real growth in confidence, imagination and connection.' The event also saw returning students take on emcee roles and ended with a mini 'Oscar Award' ceremony to recognise outstanding performers from past productions. Since its founding in 2020, The Story Book Academy has staged productions in malls and theatres, offering children opportunities to perform publicly and develop storytelling and roleplay skills.
See - Sada Elbalad
7 days ago
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- See - Sada Elbalad
"Legend of Zelda" Live-Action Movie Finds Its Zelda and Link
Yara Sameh Nintendo and Sony's live-action 'Legend of Zelda' movie has found its Zelda and Link. In a social media post on Wednesday, Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto unveiled that Bo Bragason will be playing Zelda with Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link, alongside what seems to be the first-look photos of the actors in costume. 'I am pleased to announce that for the live-action film of 'The Legend of Zelda,' Zelda will be played by Bo Bragason-san, and Link by Benjamin Evan Ainsworth-san,' reads the post on Nintendo's official account. 'I am very much looking forward to seeing both of them on the big screen.' English actor Bragason is known for her roles in the BBC One series 'Three Girls' and 'The Jetty,' as well as Disney+'s 'Renegade Nell.' Last year, she starred in Euros Lyn's vampire comedy film 'The Radleys.' Ainsworth, who is also English, was the voice of Pinocchio in Robert Zemeckis' live-action 'Pinocchio' and played Miles in the Netflix series 'The Haunting of Bly Manor.' He also stars in the Canadian comedy series 'Son of a Critch' and appeared in an episode of Netflix's 'The Sandman.' 'The Legend of Zelda' is scheduled to debut in theaters on May 7, 2027. Last month, the film was moved from its original March 2027 date 'for production reasons,' Miyamoto said at the time. The live-action adaptation of the beloved video game is being directed by 'The Maze Runner' and 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' helmer Wes Ball. Miyamoto and Avi Arad are producing. After Nintendo's 'Super Mario Bros. Movie' massive hit for Universal Pictures and Illumination Entertainment, all eyes will be on 'The Legend of Zelda' to see if it can be the same sort of box office smash for Sony. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Arts & Culture South Korean Actress Kang Seo-ha Dies at 31 after Cancer Battle News "Tensions Escalate: Iran Probes Allegations of Indian Tech Collaboration with Israeli Intelligence" News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Arts & Culture Hawass Foundation Launches 1st Course to Teach Ancient Egyptian Language Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream
NBC News
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NBC News
'Legend of Zelda' movie casts Bo Bergason as Zelda, Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link
The iconic video game series ' The Legend of Zelda ' is coming to the big screen, and the beloved characters Princess Zelda and her trusty ally Link have been cast, Nintendo's game director Shigeru Miyamoto announced Wednesday morning. Bo Bragason will play Zelda and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth will depict Link, Miyamoto said on the official Nintendo social media accounts. Miyamoto, who created the original Nintendo games and is producing the film, shared two photos that appear to show the actors in costume for the film. The live-action film is scheduled to be released in theaters on May 7, 2027. "I am very much looking forward to seeing both of them on the big screen," he added. Bragason is known for playing Roxy in the 2024 Disney+ TV series 'Renegade Nell,'as well as appearing in the 2024 film 'The Radleys' and the 2017 BBC One mini series 'Three Girls,' according to her IMDb profile. Meanwhile, Ainsworth appeared in the 2025 film 'Everything's Going to be Great' alongside Bryan Cranston and Allison Janney, the Canadian comedy TV series 'Son of a Critch' and Disney's 2022 film 'Pinocchio' as the voice of 'Pinocchio,' according to IMDb. The film, directed by "The Maze Runner" trilogy helmer Wes Ball, will be co-produced by Sony and Nintendo. The adaptation follows the record-setting success of 2023's "Super Mario Bros. Movie," another Nintendo franchise which was produced by the gaming company and Illumination and distributed by Universal Pictures. Universal Pictures is owned by NBCUniversal, the parent company of NBC News.
Digital Trends
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Digital Trends
Nintendo confirms the actors saving Hyrule in the live-action Legend of Zelda film
After months of speculation, Nintendo has finally confirmed the two actors for the lead roles in the upcoming live-action Legend of Zelda film: Bo Bragason and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth. The casting choices were announced this morning by Shigeru Miyamoto, who said that he is 'very much looking forward to seeing both of them on the big screen.' The announcement also reiterated a release date of May 7, 2027. Nintendo announced the new release date last month. Originally slated for a March 2027 release, that would have put it in direct competition with 'Avengers: Secret Wars' (which has also been delayed now). Recommended Videos Ainsworth is a relative newcomer to the silver screen with only a small number of roles under his belt, although it is worth noting he appeared in the Netflix hit 'The Haunting of Bly Manor' and in 2022's 'Pinocchio.' This is Miyamoto. I am pleased to announce that for the live-action film of The Legend of Zelda, Zelda will be played by Bo Bragason-san, and Link by Benjamin Evan Ainsworth-san. I am very much looking forward to seeing both of them on the big screen. (1/2) — 任天堂株式会社 (@Nintendo) July 16, 2025 Bo Bragason has a bit of experience portraying royalty with her role as Queen Gunhild in 'King and Conqueror,' and she's also known for playing Roxy in the 2024 TV series 'Renegade Nell.' The casting announcements are some of the most solid information we have so far on the film. Nintendo hasn't revealed anything about the story or setting, although it's a reasonable guess that it will take place somewhere in Hyrule (unless, of course, they push us down a hole in a tree and the movie is set in Termina.) Direct Wes Ball knows the importance of the task he's been given. In an interview with Total Film, he wrote, 'I've been thinking about it for a long freakin' time, of how cool a Zelda movie would be… I want to fulfil people's greatest desires. I know it's important, this [Zelda] franchise, to people and I want it to be a serious movie. A real movie that can give people an escape.' Fans remain hesitant about the news. Given the history of live-action video game films, that's no surprise. There's no word on whether the film will be an adaptation of a previous game or a unique story, so stay tuned for more details.
Yahoo
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Legend of Zelda' Live-Action Movie Casts Bo Bragason and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Zelda and Link
Nintendo and Sony's live-action 'Legend of Zelda' movie has unveiled its Zelda and Link. In a social media post on Wednesday, Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto revealed that Bo Bragason will be playing Zelda with Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link, alongside what seems to be first-look photos of the actors in costume. More from Variety With the Release of the Nintendo Switch 2, the Nintendo Switch 1 OLED Is on Sale Online Nintendo Switch 2 Is Restocked at Walmart: Here's How to Get the New Video Game Console Online Nintendo Switch 2 Sets Record With More Than 3.5 Million Units Sold Worldwide in First Four Days 'I am pleased to announce that for the live-action film of 'The Legend of Zelda,' Zelda will be played by Bo Bragason-san, and Link by Benjamin Evan Ainsworth-san,' reads the post on Nintendo's official account. 'I am very much looking forward to seeing both of them on the big screen.' English actor Bragason is known for her roles in the BBC One series 'Three Girls' and 'The Jetty,' as well as Disney+'s 'Renegade Nell.' Last year, she starred in Euros Lyn's vampire comedy film 'The Radleys.' Ainsworth, who is also English, was the voice of Pinocchio in Robert Zemeckis' live-action 'Pinocchio' and played Miles in the Netflix series 'The Haunting of Bly Manor.' He also stars in the Canadian comedy series 'Son of a Critch' and appeared in an episode of Netflix's 'The Sandman.' 'The Legend of Zelda' is scheduled to debut in theaters on May 7, 2027. Last month, the film was moved from its original March 2027 date 'for production reasons,' Miyamoto said at the time. The live-action adaptation of the beloved video game is being directed by 'The Maze Runner' and 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' helmer Wes Ball. Miyamoto and Avi Arad are producing. After Nintendo's 'Super Mario Bros. Movie' proved to be a massive hit for Universal Pictures and Illumination Entertainment, all eyes are on 'The Legend of Zelda' to see if it can be the same sort of box office smash for Sony. Best of Variety 'Harry Potter' TV Show Cast Guide: Who's Who in Hogwarts? Final Emmy Predictions: Talk Series and Scripted Variety - New Blood Looks to Tackle Late Night Staples Oscars 2026: George Clooney, Jennifer Lopez, Julia Roberts, Wagner Moura and More Among Early Contenders to Watch
