Wal-Mart: We'll keep customers gained in recession Jun 6, 2009
The event was hosted by actor Ben Stiller, who even took a shot at chief rival Target. "You guys get up early," said Stiller, referring to the 7 a.m start of the meeting. (Anchorage Daily News)
I Love You, Man Jun 6, 2009
Ben Stiller leads in this field, as the dorky everyman trying hard to find the right gal, keep her, or impress her parents ... Nowadays, everyone's a geek: Ben Stiller, Steve Carell, , even Ricky Gervais, to an extent ... Hamburg co-wrote Zoolander, Meet The Parents and Meet The Fockers and wrote and directed Along Came Polly, all of which starred Ben Stiller. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Wal-Mart pledges to keep customers in a better economy Jun 6, 2009
Actor Ben Stiller, from left, American Idol winner Kris Allen and Wal-Mart CFO Thomas Schoewe strike a pose from Stiller's movie Zoolander during the annual Wal-Mart shareholder's meeting in Fayetteville, Ark ... Even entertainer Ben Stiller, the host of the meeting, took the opportunity to take a jab at Target. (USA Today -- Money)
Wal-Mart shareholders gather for annual meeting Jun 5, 2009
Hosting the Friday meeting is actor Ben Stiller. This year's American Idol winner Kris Allen is to perform. (KSLA.com, LA)
D.C.'s Five Don't-Miss Spots Jun 2, 2009
The last time Ben Stiller got silly in a museum - that was in late 2006, in the first "Night at the Museum" - the American Museum of Natural History in New York that shared top billing with the movie star got a silly little 25 percent increase in attendance in 2007 over the year before ... 5 don't-miss spots in Washington, D.C. Articles The last time Ben Stiller got silly in a museum - that was in late 2006, in the first "Night at the Museum" - the American Museum of Natural History in New York... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
'Twilight' takes a bite out of MTV Movie Awards Jun 2, 2009
Before this year's broadcast, Heath Ledger was awarded the best villain trophy for his twisted turn as the Joker in "The Dark Knight." Jim Carrey later won for best comedic performance for "Yes Man." Ben Stiller received the MTV Generation Award, the show's highest honor. 1. (Albany Times Union)
A magical, hilarious 'Night at the Museum' Jun 2, 2009
So fun, in fact, were the characters, that you can overlook the plot, waiting instead for the next confrontation between Larry Daley (Ben Stiller) and Kahmunrah (Hank Azaria), or any scene involving the dynamic duo of Jedediah Smith (Owen Wilson) and Octavius (Steve Coogan). "Battle of the Smithsonian" takes former security guard Larry Daley and his waxwork pals from the Natural History Museum in New York City to the vast Smithsonian buildings in Washington D.C.. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Pals Were Too Busy For Ben Stiller Jun 2, 2009
EYEBROWS arched Sunday night when Ben Stiller was honored at the MTV Movie Awards with an MTV Generation Award presented by Kiefer Sutherland, Zac Efron and Triumph the Insult Comic Dog. One insider said, "It's odd that all of his friends or people he hires for his movies didn't do it." But a rep for Stiller expla 00004000 ined, " '24' is Ben's favorite show, he loves Triumph, and Zac is the MTV demographic." As for Stiller's pals. (New York Post -- Gossip)
The Naked And The Dread For Eminem At Mtv Awards Jun 1, 2009
Ben Stiller was hon ored with a Generation Award for his lifetime achievements. . (New York Post -- Gossip)
5 don't-miss spots in Washington, D.C. Jun 1, 2009
The last time Ben Stiller got silly in a museum - that was in late 2006, in the first "Night at the Museum" - the American Museum of Natural History in New York that shared top billing with the movie star got a silly little 25 percent increase in attendance in 2007 over the year before. Images. (San Francisco Chronicle)
List of winners at MTV Movie Awards Jun 1, 2009
GENERATION AWARD (previously announced) - Ben Stiller. Related Searches. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
In Theaters, May 28-June 4 Jun 1, 2009
Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian After moving from the Museum of Natural History to the Smithsonian, Larry (Ben Stiller) finds that the tendency of the museum s exhibits to come to life has followed him to his new job. (AP). (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Eminem Hangs With Jim Carrey, 'Twilight' Stars With Zac Efron: MTV Movie Awards Behind The Scenes Jun 1, 2009
It was also interesting to watch an unlikely camaraderie form between Kiefer Sutherland, Efron and winner Ben Stiller. Speaking of Zac Efron, he and girlfriend Vanessa Hudgens were giggling and talking as they made their way to their dressing room. (VHI.com -- Music News)
List Of Winners Jun 1, 2009
MTV Generation Award: Ben Stiller. Copyright 2009 by. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
And the Most Awkward Award Goes To | Us Weekly Online Jun 1, 2009
Ben Stiller, who introduced the film Borat with the unfunny joke, You will laugh, you will cry, you will see a man hold a bag of his own poop and, no, Im not talking about Rocky Balboa ... 3:18 AM Anonymous Says: ben stiller's joke was changed for the west coast. (Yahoo News -- Golden Globe Awards)
'Twilight' Rules The Night At MTV Movie Awards Jun 1, 2009
Ben Stiller was on hand to accept this year's MTV Generation Award for his work in such iconic films as "Meet the Fockers," "Tropic Thunder," "Dodgeball," "Zoolander" and "There's Something About Mary," accepting the honor from Efron, Kiefer Sutherland and Triumph, who, of course, pooped on him, repeatedly calling him a monkey. "When MTV gave me my first show 18 years ago, I never imaged that someday I'd be up here getting this award," Stiller said, as Sutherland weepily hugged him, still... (VHI.com -- Music News)
MTV Movie Awards recap: Plenty of REAL WTF moments Jun 1, 2009
But since Kiefer Sutherlands almost believable breakdown when giving the MTV Generation Award to Ben Stiller went on so long, Im going to name that Best WTF. ... MTV Generation Award: Ben Stiller ... Ben Stiller wins Generation Award. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Twilight sucks up five MTV awards Jun 1, 2009
"I enjoyed his (Cohen's) precision landing," actor Ben Stiller told reporters backstage. "I did not see that coming.". (MSNBC -- News)
Todd Phillips' 'Hangover' Vegas farce Jun 1, 2009
"A lot of comedians come from darker places - and by the way, that's why we love them - Ben Stiller, Jack Black, Vince Vaughn - there's a darkness behind them that makes them fun to watch. But you couldn't see Ben do 'Elf,' you know what I mean? "Like when Zach pretends the baby's masturbating - that wasn't in the script, that was something Zach did to me the day before with the doll. Hey, Todd, check it out. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
MTV Movie Awards celebrates the fun side of filmdom Jun 1, 2009
Generation Award: Ben Stiller. By Kelley L. Carter, USA TODAY LOS ANGELES The spotlight was on Twilight and the rising of New Moon on the red carpet at Sunday's 2009 MTV Movie Awards. (USA Today -- Life)
Ben Stiller On Accepting Generation Award: 'That Was Really Fun!' Jun 1, 2009
Ben Stiller On Accepting Generation Award: 'That Was Really Fun ... Ben Stiller On Accepting Generation Award: 'That Was Really Fun ... Ben Stiller (MTV News). (VHI.com -- Music News)
Spike TV Announces 2009 'Guys Choice' Winners Jun 1, 2009
Show Features Performances And Appearances By Halle Berry, Jamie Foxx, Robert Downey, Jr., Ben Stiller, Quentin Tarantino, Mel Gibson, Jason Statham, Dwyane Wade, Hayden Panettiere, Jack McBrayer, Triumph The Insult Comic Dog, Metallica, Jonah Hill, Sacha Baron Cohen, Malin Akerman, Michael Irvin, Mila Kunis, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Judd Apatow, Asher Roth, Rainn Wilson And Many More. To View Exclusive Footage From "Guys Choice" Log-On to www. (PR Newswire)
Heath Ledger Wins for Best Villain at MTV Awards Jun 1, 2009
The MTV Generation Award, the ceremony's highest honor, will be presented to Ben Stiller. Two new categories are set to debut at this year's show: best song from a movie and best WTF moment, which honors the most jaw-dropping movie moment of the year. (Newsmax)
'Twilight' Sucks Up Most VMAs Jun 1, 2009
Ben Stiller received the MTV Generation Award, the show's highest honor, from a trio of presenters: Efron, Triumph the Insult Comic Dog and a weeping Kiefer Sutherland. Ben, I have never had the privilege of working with you, but when I see the remarkable consistency you display in your films, whether you're portraying a man with his balls caught in his zipper or a man struggling to control his diarrhea on a date, I see a consummate professional who commands the respect of his co-actors, said... (CBS News)
"Up" Lands Up Top Of Weekend Box Office Jun 1, 2009
Continues Pixar's String Of Hits; "Museum" Sequel Knocked To Second Place. LOS ANGELES, June 000036C4 1, 2009. (CBS News -- Early Show)
This week at the movies Jun 1, 2009
Security Guard Larry Daley (Ben Stiller) has joined the Smithsonian Institution and adventure starts when the museum closes. 105 minutes. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
The Citizen's Cinema Jun 1, 2009
" More Will Ferrell, Ben Stiller and Jack Black vehicles. More remakes, reboots and revisits: "Fast and Furious," "G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra," "Star Trek. " More Christian Bale: "Terminator: Salvation," "Public Enemies" (though the latter could prove a rare bright spot given the involvement of Johnny Depp, as bank robber John Dillinger, and director Michael Mann). And more Pixar, but the CG animation studio has yet to disappoint.The schedule reeks of safety. Mainstream audiences will bring... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Twilight Wins Big at MTV Awards Jun 1, 2009
Actor Ben Stiller received this year's Generation Award; Stars give viewers first look at upcoming summer blockbusters; Andy Samberg's digital shorts revamped ... Best WTF Moment Amy Poehler peeing in the sink (Baby Mama), Angelina Jolie s curved bullet kill (Wanted), Ayush Mahesh Khedekar jumping in the poop shed (Slumdog Millionaire), Ben Stiller tasting a decapitated head (Tropic Thunder), Jason Segel and Kristin Bell s naked break up (Forgetting Sarah Marshall). (Suite101.com)
MTV Movie Awards winners Jun 1, 2009
MTV Generation Award: Ben Stiller. Comments. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
"Twilight," "Slumdog" lead 2009 MTV movie awards May 31, 2009
Among the nominees in the "WTF" category are Ben Stiller for taking a bite out of a decapitated head in "Tropic Thunder" and Amy Poehler for urinating in a sink in "Baby Mama.". The nominees were chosen by an online voting system, which is also be used to choose the winners. (Xinhuanet, China)
Andy Samberg hopes for another viral hit with MTV Movie Awards May 30, 2009
"There's been a lot of pretty amazing people that have hosted the show: Sarah Silverman, Jimmy Fallon, Ben Stiller. . . . And now me!". His primary goal, Samberg says, is to make everyone laugh. (Multichannel News)
Steve Zahn on 'Management,' and more May 30, 2009
Steve Zahn was a seasoned stage actor who "would have been perfectly happy to be in a regional company" when Ben Stiller spotted him in a play and plucked him for "Reality Bites." Zahn has racked up about 40 film credits since. Best known for playing mouthy cynics in "That Thing You Do!" and "Out of Sight," he won plaudits for his work in the indie darling "Happy, Texas" and as a traumatized POW in "Rescue Dawn." In the quirky comedy, "Management," Zahn takes a turn as a romantic leading man,... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Ben Stiller Left His Honeymoon For 2000 Movie Awards Skit With Tom Cruise May 30, 2009
Ben Stiller and Tom Cruise filming their skit for the 2000 MTV Movie Awards (MTV News). It was nearly a decade ago that Ben Stiller and Tom Cruise hooked up for one of the most memorable MTV Movie Awards short films of all time. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Critic's corner May 30, 2009
Ben Stiller is the winner of this year's Generation Award. Dexter Tomorrow at 8 p.m., Showtime. (Boston Globe)
Nights At The Museum May 30, 2009
NIGHT at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian" topped the box office last weekend, but here in the Big Apple's American Museum of Natural History, truth was stranger than fiction -- hundreds of New York City kids and their parents bunked down for the night in and around the great blue whale. Like the movie series, museum sleepovers are enjoying an unprecedented surge of popularity. "We had sleepovers here years ago, but they went by the wayside in the late 1980s," says museum spokesman Brad... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Stiller back for more monkeying around May 29, 2009
J. Scott Applewhite / APAmy Adams, Hank Azaria and Ben Stillercomplained about wardrobe and, of course, working with monkeys ... May 19: Comedian and actor Ben Stiller talks to TODAYs Meredith Vieira about his new movie, Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian ... While not exactly the kind of abject captivity that Heston endured in "Planet of the Apes," the slapping match Ben Stiller went through with Crystal, the Capuchin monkey for a second time was torture enough. (MSNBC -- Movies)
DWA's Toon Slate May 29, 2009
It is being directed by Tom McGrath (Madagascar, Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa), executive produced by Ben Stiller and Stuart Cornfeld, produced by Lara Breay and Denise Nolan Cascino and will star Robert Downey, Jr. and Tina Fey. When super villain Oobermind defeats his archrival Metro Man, the world should be his oyster. (IGN FilmForce)
In Theaters, May 28-June 4 May 29, 2009
Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian After moving from the Museum of Natural History to the Smithsonian, Larry (Ben Stiller) finds that the tendency of the museum s exhibits to come to life has followed him to his new job. (AP). (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
'Night at the Museum,' 'Terminator' top box office May 29, 2009
The sequel starring Ben Stiller took the No. 1 spot with $70 million over the long weekend while the fourth "Terminator" film came in second with $51. 9 million. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
The 15th Annual Critics' Choice Movie Awards Will Air Live on VH1, Friday, January 15, 2010 May 29, 2009
Attending the show in 2009 was a who's who of Hollywood including: Amy Adams, Jason Alexander, Kevin Bacon, Christian Bale, Elizabeth Banks, Angela Bassett, Simon Beaufoy, Kate Beckinsale, Kristen Bell, Dustin Lance Black, Danny Boyle, Chris "Ludacris" Bridges, Josh Brolin, Philippe Claudel, Common, Patrick Creadon, Penelope Cruz, Viola Davis, Laura Dern, Alexandre Desplat, Rosemarie DeWitt, Clint Eastwood, Aaron Eckhart, Danny Elfman, Dakota Fanning, Ari Folman, Brendan Fraser, Richard Gere,... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
What's Playing May 28, 2009
Besides returning stars Ben Stiller, Ricky Gervais, Owen Wilson, Steve Coogan and Robin Williams, now we have Amy Adams, Hank Azaria, Christopher Guest, Jonah Hill and Bill Hader. Having said all that, kids are the primary targets for a lot of the visuals, and will probably enjoy themselves. (Athens Banner-Herald)
'Terminator' Is No Match For 'Night At The Museum' At Box Office May 27, 2009
Ben Stiller's 'Battle of the Smithsonian' wins him biggest opening of his career ... Ben Stiller in "Night at the Museum 2: Battle of the Smithsonian" (Doane Gregory) ... As the first family-friendly film release since spring's "Monsters vs. Aliens," it was the favorite going into the four-day weekend, but its $70 million haul exceeded studio expectations and the numbers of its predecessor, "Night at the Museum." While it didn't break any Memorial Day records, it's the biggest opening star Ben... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Stiller terminates Salvation May 27, 2009
Ben Stiller sequel Night at the Museum 2 made more at the North American box office over the four-day Memorial Day weekend than the new Terminator film. Stiller's film, a follow-up to his 2006 success, took $70m (44m) in the US and Canada between Friday and Monday. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Soldiers still on the front May 27, 2009
"The community is waiting on several of their own servicemen and women to return home, sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, husbands, wives and friends.One of those currently serving in Iraq is 1st Lt. Ken Kunze, a graduate of Niles High School, Kunze made the decision to join the Marine Corps before taking the walk down across the stage to pick up his diploma in 1999.According to a fellow serviceman, he enlisted as a heavy equipment mechanic and served with the 6th Engineer Support Battalion,... (Niles Star, MI)
Stiller smashes Terminator May 27, 2009
This week, Ben Stiller has once more done amazing things with a seemingly one trick pony. Night at the Museum 2 has not only opened in first place across Australia, but it has also out opened 's effort of a fortnight ago (by a matter of a few thousand, but it's all about the bragging rights). (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
MTV Movie Awards Will Be 'Edgy, Unpredictable,' Mark Burnett Promises May 27, 2009
This year, Andy Samberg will be following in the distinguished footsteps of past hosts Ben Stiller, Sarah Silverman and Samuel L. Jackson. "Andy Samberg [is] totally unpredictable and has fun viral videos to air on the show," Burnett said. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Box Office Hits May 26, 2009
In this image released by 20th Century Fox, Ben Stiller and Amy Adams are shown in a scene from 'Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian ... The live-action family comedy starring Ben Stiller won $70 million over the Memorial Day weekend, according to estimates from distributor 20th Century Fox. (Fox News)
'Museum' fun to film for cast and crew May 26, 2009
Ben Stiller got into a slap fest with a pair of monkeys. (CNN) -- When a film cast includes names like Ben Stiller, Robin Williams and Owen Wilson, a bit of improvisation on set is to be expected ... Ben Stiller and the gang are back in "Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian.". (CNN -- Showbiz)
"Museum," "Terminator" Faring Well May 26, 2009
(AP) Ben Stiller's "Night at the Museum" sequel and Christian Bale's "Terminator Salvation" are combining for a solid Memorial Day weekend at the box office ... (4:10)Comedic actor Ben Stiller takes on The Smithsonian as it comes to life in the sequel to his hit film "Night At The Museum: Battle Of The Smithsonian." He talks to Maggie Rodriguez. (CBS News)
Ben Stiller wins Battle over Terminator May 26, 2009
Ben Stiller wins Battle over Terminator - Movies- msnbc ... Ben Stiller comedy claims box office victory, earns $70 million in opening ... Ben Stiller and Amy Adams star in Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian. (MSNBC -- News)
Jon & Kate staged? Far from shocking May 26, 2009
May 21: Ben Stiller spends another Night at the Museum, in Battle of the Smithsonian, but will it beat out a blockbuster like Terminator Salvation. Msnbc. (MSNBC -- News)
Five Best Cameos in Battle at the S... May 26, 2009
This much-anticipated sequel to Ben Stiller's smash hit Night at the Museum is not as good as the first ... It must also be said that both of them delivered fantastic performances, stealing scenes from Ben Stiller at every opportunity ... This appearance speaks well of Hill as a comedian because many would have taken this material (already slightly overdone dialogue) and gone overboard with it or at least tried to outdo Ben Stiller. (Suite101.com)
'Terminator' loses box office battle with 'Museum' May 26, 2009
Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian, starring Ben Stiller and Amy Adams, was No. 1 at the box office over Memorial Day weekend. By Scott Bowles, USA TODAY They may be mechanized, merciless killers, but terminators apparently have a hard time handling cornball jokes and slap-happy monkeys. (USA Today)
"Museum" beats "Terminator" at box office May 25, 2009
LOS ANGELES, May 24 (Xinhua) -- Comedian Ben Stiller beat action hero Christian Bale in North American movie theaters so far over this U.S. Memorial Day holiday weekend, according to box office figures released Sunday. The 20th Century Fox comedy "Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian" is expected to take in an estimated 53. (Xinhuanet, China)
Turnstiles turn for 'Museum,' 'Terminator' May 25, 2009
Ben Stiller and Amy Adams are shown in a scene from "Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian.". LOS ANGELES - Ben Stiller s Night at the Museum sequel and Christian Bale s Terminator Salvation are combining for a solid Memorial Day weekend at the box office. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Night At The Museum: Battle Of The Smithsonian May 24, 2009
Ben Stiller and Amy Adams ... THE critics proved indifferent to the Ben Stiller comic fantasy Night At The Museum (2006) but the box office didn't ... Ben Stiller and Amy Adams. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Ben Stiller to receive MTV honour May 24, 2009
Ben Stiller will receive his award from Zac Efron. Comedy actor Ben Stiller is to be honoured with a special prize at next week's MTV Movie Awards in recognition of his contribution to Hollywood ... "Ben Stiller has kept fans rolling with laughter since bursting onto the scene in Reality Bites," said MTV.. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Review: 'Museum' sequel is enjoyably silly May 23, 2009
Movie moves action to Smithsonian, where Ben Stiller character follows exhibits ... Ben Stiller and Amy Adams size up a bobble-head Albert Einstein in the "Night at the Museum" sequel ... In the sequel, Ben Stiller, as the former night guard Larry Daley (he's now a successful entrepreneur. (CNN -- Showbiz)
The Citizen's Cinema May 23, 2009
" More Will Ferrell, Ben Stiller and Jack Black vehicles. More remakes, reboots and revisits: "Fast and Furious," "G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra," "Star Trek. " More Christian Bale: "Terminator: Salvation," "Public Enemies" (though the latter could prove a rare bright spot given the involvement of Johnny Depp, as bank robber John Dillinger, and director Michael Mann). And more Pixar, but the CG animation studio has yet to disappoint.The schedule reeks of safety. Mainstream audiences will bring... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
A magical, hilarious 'Night at the Museum' May 23, 2009
So fun, in fact, were the characters, that you can overlook the plot, waiting instead for the next confrontation between Larry Daley (Ben Stiller) and Kahmunrah (Hank Azaria), or any scene involving the dynamic duo of Jedediah Smith (Owen Wilson) and Octavius (Steve Coogan). "Battle of the Smithsonian" takes former security guard Larry Daley and his waxwork pals from the Natural History Museum in New York City to the vast Smithsonian buildings in Washington D.C.. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
In Theaters, May 21-28 May 23, 2009
Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian - After moving from the Museum of Natural History to the Smithsonian, Larry (Ben Stiller) finds that the tendency of the museum s exhibits to come to life has followed him to his new job. PLEASE NOTE. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Review: Too much crammed into one `Night' May 23, 2009
In this film publicity image released by Twentieth Century Fox, Egyptian pharaoh Kahmunrah, portrayed by Hank Azaria, is shown in a scene from, "Night at the Museum They don't.The follow-up to the enormous 2006 hit "Night at the Museum" heaps on the historical figures and crams them into not one but two museums, with the end result feeling crazed, scattered and desperate. So many new characters have been added to the ones who appeared in the original film, and director Shawn Levy flits between... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
And the Most Awkward Award Goes To | Us Weekly Online May 23, 2009
Ben Stiller, who introduced the film Borat with the unfunny joke, You will laugh, you will cry, you will see a man hold a bag of his own poop and, no, Im not talking about Rocky Balboa ... 3:18 AM Anonymous Says: ben stiller's joke was changed for the west coast. (Yahoo News -- Golden Globe Awards)
Curators hope movie, promotions turn more kids on to museum May 23, 2009
The world s largest museum complex, the Smithsonian Institution, is in the spotlight and hoping the movie starring Ben Stiller, Robin Williams and Amy Adams will draw millions of young new visitors to see the real airplanes and artifacts housed in Washington that are featured in the movie. Kid-friendly product promotions already are offering chances to win free trips for a sleepover at the real Smithsonian. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Which Ben Stiller movie was the funniest? May 23, 2009
Which movie starring Ben Stiller was the funniest ... Next week: Which movie starring Ben Stiller was the funniest ... Ben Stiller returns for another night of loopy fun in "Smithsonian." Berkeley Rep's "You, Nero" is comic, canny and catty. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)