Piper Laurie

Carrie (1976) Director: Brian De Palma Cast: Sissy Spacek, Piper Laurie, Amy Irving, William Katt, John Travolta, P.J. Soles Memorable Line(s): "It has nothing to do with Satan, Mama. It's me. Me. If I concentrate hard enough, I can move things." Adapted from Stephen King's first novel, Carrie gives us the story of a high school misfit who suddenly discovers she has the power to get even with all those who have tormented her. In a big way. Carrie White (Spacek) is a backward and introverted high school girl being raised by a Puritanical mother (Laurie). Tormented regularly at school by the "popular" girls, ... Read Full Story

The 30th anniversary holiday concert of the San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus and the Women’s Community Orchestra will be held Dec. 1 at Davies Symphony Hall in San Francisco, CA. The evening will feature the debut of Steve Schalchlin’s ( The Last Session, The Big Voice: God or Merman ) new choral/orchestral work, New World Waking! Songs on the Road to Peace, Inspired by John Lennon’s Piano. Original Tony-winning Dreamgirls star Jennifer Holliday will sing the final movement of the piece, which will also feature three-time Oscar-nominated actress Piper Laurie. Artistic director/conductor Dr. Kathleen C. McGuire arranged and orchestrated New World Waking . The ... Read Full Story

Legit News: Jim Brochu’s solo show directed by Piper Laurie -- "Zero Hour" has arrived Off Broadway. Directed by thesp Piper Laurie, Jim Brochu’s solo show about actor Zero Mostel will start previews Nov. 14 at the Theater at St. Clement’s, with opening night set for Nov. 22. Read Full Story

Piper Laurie Bio Sketch:   Name Piper Laurie Date Of Birth 22-Jan-32 Place Of Birth Detroit, Michigan, USA Height 5′ 4½" Weight Be the first to add this Nationality American Celebrity Status American actress Update this Bio Share and Enjoy: Read Full Story

"Carrie" marks the first big screen Stephen King adaptation, featuring a handful of recognizable stars from John Travolta, Nancy Allen, Sissy Spacek, Piper Laurie, and among others. Source: Stephen Brno Published: Jul 08, 2009 Read Full Story