John Travolta

Holly Hills students make a study in wax

source: phillyBurbs.com

 PA Sophie Krouse researched John Travolta and dressed as his character, Edna Turnblad, from the movie “Hairspray.” Krouse said the best part was researching all of his movies. The hardest part, she said, was staying still because her arm got tired from ...

Published Mon, Jun 15

THE TAKING OF PELHAM 1 2 3

source: KCTribune.com

 Missouri The latest incarnation features two Hollywood heavyweights, John Travolta (“Hairspray”) and Denzel Washington (“The Inside Man”). While the basic plot elements are similar, this new adaptation adds a few twists for the age of wireless electronics. ...

Published Thu, Jun 11

Movies on the Square in Huntsville

source: Carroll County

 AR Huntsville will have free "Movies on the Square," entertainment and a concession stand the second Saturday of every month at 7 pm throughout the summer, starting June 13 with "Hairspray" with John Travolta. Bring blankets, pillow, lawn chairs and the ...

Published Sat, Jun 6

'Hairspray': Popular production is first in SU summer season

source: Northern Virginia Daily

 VA It's easiest for me to say it's the role John Travolta played in the latest movie." In filmmaker John Waters' 1988 film, the character was portrayed by the actor Divine. "Why is the role in drag? It was all created from the mind of John Waters. ...

Published Thu, Jun 4

Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre opens season with Broadway hit 'Hairspray'

source: Columbia Missourian

 MO Daryl Vaughan joins the likes of John Travolta to play the teen's shy, supportive mother Edna Turnblad, a role typically played by a male. Vaughan calls Lyceum his “home away from home.” Originally from Columbia, his first year at the theater was in ...

Published Tue, Jun 2

John Travolta Biography

source: http

Travolta appeared in the silver screen version of the Broadway classic Hairspray, playing the iconic Edna Turnblad. Travolta is married to actress Kelly Preston and they have two children. The actor is also a practicing Scientologist. The couple’s teenage son, Jett, passed away in early...

Published Wed, Jan 28

Adam Shankman Divulges More New Hairspray 2 Details

source: First Showing

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...

Published Mon, Jan 5

Hairspray 2 Plot Revealed

source: The Movie Blog

“Edna (John Travolta) loses weight, but sees her husband (Christopher Walken) lusting after fat women,” Shaiman laughed, citing one of the musical numbers he’s particularly eager to write. “And so, she finally breaks down and runs over to a snack table. Just within one number, she gets fa...

Published Mon, Dec 8