Soderbergh turns Casey Anthony saga into play
AP News | 2009-10-30 14:07:43
<div id="subtitle">Director Steven Soderbergh creates play out of Casey Anthony saga, to be staged in Australia</div><div><p>Oscar-winning director Steven Soderbergh has written a play about the case of slain Florida toddler Caylee Anthony, whose mother Casey is charged with killing her.</p><p>Australia's Sydney Theatre Company plans to stage "Tot Mom" in December. Oscar-winner Cate Blanchett and her husband are artistic directors of the prestigious group.</p><p>Soderbergh based the play on court documents and excerpts from the CNN show "Nancy Grace," which highlighted the investigation.</p><p>Grace is being played by Essie Davis, who appeared in "Australia" and "The Matrix Revolutions."</p><p>A spokeswoman said Grace had no comment on the play.</p><p>Casey Anthony has pleaded not guilty. The toddler's remains were found in December 2008, months after she was reported missing.</p><p>___</p><p>Information from: Orlando Sentinel, http://www.orlandosentinel.com</p><img src="http://admatch-syndication.mochila.com/images/ad.gif?aid=62283168&bid=informcom" /></div><div id="copyright"><div>
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