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Hugh Jackman Plans Broadway Return As Houdini

Hugh Jackman liked his record-setting Broadway run so much this winter that he’s handcuffing himself to a future musical about Harry Houdini.

Producers said Wednesday that Jackman, best known as the hairy Wolverine in “The X-Men” franchise, will star as the famed illusionist in “Houdini.” It’s scheduled to reach Broadway during the 2013-14 season.

Hugh Jackman Brings In Big Bucks On Broadway; Actor Breaks Theater Records

Hugh Jackman has left Broadway with a lot of broken hearts — and records.

The hunky Australian actor’s one-man Broadway concert show closed on Sunday afternoon at the Broadhurst Theatre after having earned $2,057,354 in its final week, the highest weekly gross recorded by the Shubert Organization, which owns the Broadhurst and 16 other Broadway theaters.

Hugh Jackman’s Pre-Teen Son Realizing Dad Is A Chick Magnet, Talks ‘Real Steel’ Sequel Plans

Hugh Jackman’s son, Oscar, is realizing his dear old dad is pretty useful when it comes to helping the pre-teen out with the ladies.

Hugh Jackman Talks ‘Les Miserables’ & Possible ‘Glee’ Appearance

Hugh Jackman is no stranger to countless hours in the gym and shoveling heaps of protein in his mouth for his roles, but for the upcoming big screen version of the musical “Les Miserables,” the actor will enjoy some dietary freedom.

Hugh Jackman: ‘Real Steel’ Is The First Of My Movies My Kids Like; Actor Denies Fracturing Wrestler’s Jaw

Hugh Jackman has finally made a film that gets the stamp of approval from his two children.

The actor might be best known for playing “X-Men’s” Wolverine (in movies that son Oscar, 11, daughter Ava, 6, have yet to see), but Hugh’s kids are all about giant boxing robots.

Hugh Jackman To Return To Broadway With Medley Of Musical Theater Songs

The title says it all — “Hugh Jackman, Back on Broadway.”

The Tony Award-winner plans to bring his one-man show to the Broadhurst Theatre on 44th Street from Oct. 25 to Jan. 1.

Hugh Jackman ‘Excited’ To Start ‘The Wolverine’; Reveals Movie’s Villain

Hugh Jackman can’t wait to unleash his adamantium claws again!

Access Hollywood caught up with the star at Comic-Con 2011 in San Diego where he gave us the scoop on the follow-up to “X-Men Origins: Wolverine.”

Access Week In Geek (May 27, 2011): Who Might Be Directing Hugh Jackman In ‘The Wolverine’?

In the AccessHollywood.com Week In Geek, who might be stepping up to direct Hugh Jackman in “The Wolverine?”… What may delay the planned release date of the “Star Trek” sequel ? And, there is a full trailer park with new sneek peaks of “Green Lantern,” “The Muppets,” and “Torchwood.”

Jennifer Lawrence On Her ‘Hunger Games’ Training: I Feel Like ‘Hugh Jackman!’

Jennifer Lawrence has immersed herself in the role of Katniss Everdeen in Lionsgate’s adaptation of Suzanne Collins’ “The Hunger Games,” and she’s starting to feel like another big screen action star in the process.

“It was fantastic!” the 20-year-old actress told Access Hollywood on Thursday, when asked about landing the coveted role.

Hugh Jackman Announces Concerts In San Francisco

Britney Spears isn’t the only one singing in San Francisco – Hugh Jackman announced plans to perform a series of concert shows in the city by the bay!

Access Week In Geek: Hugh Jackman Loses His ‘Wolverine’ Director (March 18, 2011)

In the Access “Week In Geek,” big “Superman” news with Kevin Costner finally set to play Jonathan Kent, and Diane Lane talks about her role as Martha Kent… Liz Hurley is spotted on the set of the new “Wonder Woman” television pilot… And, there will be no reunion for Hugh Jackman and director Darren Aronofsky on “The Wolverine.”

Hugh Jackman Making Progress On His ‘Wolverine’ Weight Gain

Hugh Jackman is once again gearing up to dawn those metal claws as Wolverine, but he’s not quite in superhero shape just yet.