'Hairspray' Sequel & 'Rocky Horror Picture Show' In The Works

 
LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Fresh off the success of this summer's feature film version of "Mamma Mia," Hollywood is clamoring for more singing and dancing on the big screen. Musical fans will get their wish with a sequel to 2007's "Hairspray" and a remake of the cult classic film "The Rocky Horror Picture Show." (link)

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