‘The Hunger Games’ soundtrack cover: Even more Katniss! — PHOTO

A fiery Katniss (Jennifer Lawrence) graces the cover of The Hunger Games soundtrack, which comes out March 20 ahead of the movie opening on March 23. It claims to have music “from District 12 and beyond,” but we already know the beyond, since the track list includes songs from Taylor Swift and The Civil Wars, the Decembrists, and Arcade Fire.

Check out the full size image of the cover and listen to Taylor Swift’s cut ‘Safe and Sound’ from the album after the jump.

Jennifer Lawrence as Katniss on The Hunger Games soundtrack cover.

Taylor Swift and The Civil Wars new cut, ‘Safe and Sound’

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Naomi Watts and Princess Diana - People Magazine

Naomi Watts and Princess Diana

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Naomi Watts is about to become royalty – at least on screen.

The actress, 43, is set to star in Caught in Flight, a film described as "a compelling portrait of Diana, Princess of Wales during the last two years of her life," according to BBC News.

"It is such an honor to be able to play this iconic role," British-born Watts said in a statement. "Princess Diana was loved across the world, and I look forward to rising to the challenge of playing her on screen."

The film – which was previously rumored to feature Jessica Chastain in the lead role – is expected to focus on Diana's romance with heart surgeon Hasnat Khan.

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Alicia Keys-produced ‘Stick Fly’ to close, ‘The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess’ to live on

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Singer-songwriter-actress Alicia Keys’ first gig as a Broadway producer is ending early. Lydia R. Diamond’s Stick Fly will play its final show on Feb. 26, following 24 previews and 92 regular performances. The dramatic comedy—which stars Psych’s Dulé Hill and Torchwood: Miracle Day’s Mekhi Pfeffer as brothers returning to their family’s ritzy Cape Cod vacation home for a weekend of big fights and bigger secrets—opened to mix reviews on Dec. 8. Its producers had only recently announced that the show was adding special Wednesday matinees througout March (to accommodate spring-breakers) and would be selling tickets through Apr. 8.  On the flip side, the controversial Gershwins’ Porgy & Bess, starring Audra McDonald and David Alan Grier, announced today that it was extending through Sept. 30.

Now, the only question left is: What show will take Stick Fly‘s place at the Cort Theatre? Share your suggestions below.

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'Game of Thrones': New pics!

Ready for some gorgeous new Game of Thrones season 2 photos? Here’s the first season 2 profile pics of nearly the entire cast of major characters. There’s 17 new images: Brienne, Tyrion, Balon Greyjoy, Arya, Daenerys (twice), Sansa, Joffrey, Renly, Melisandre, Stannis, Bran, Robb, Cersei, Catelyn, Jon Snow, Theon, and Davos — whew! Why are you still even reading text at this point? They are all here:

NEXT: Arya has grown up a bit…

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‘X-Factor’ rapper Astro’s appearance on ‘Person of Interest’ — EXCLUSIVE VIDEO

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It’s safe to say that most musicians on reality show competitions don’t hope to get eliminated during their season. But after seeing how things are going for nixed 15-year-old  X Factor contestant Astro, some may just change their outlook. In addition to his recent deal with Epic Records, Astro (real name Brian Bradley) is also making his way into the acting world: The rising star is appearing on tonight’s brand-new episode of Person of Interest. Check out EW’s exclusive clip, in which Astro plays a young man seeking justice for his murdered brother, who asks John Reese (Jim Caviezel) for help in his quest. Watch the two match wits here:

Person of Interest airs at 9 p.m. on CBS.

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