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Here's what's happening today in pop culture — all with a theme of being optimistic:
• Tom Hanks, America's dad, has a hopeful message for the nation: "We are going to be all right, because we constantly get to tell the world who we are." [The Huffington Post]
• Listen to Anna Kendrick, appearing on "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert" last night, singing Sondheim's ode to resiliency, "I'm Still Here." [Vulture]
• Broadway will be getting a shot of optimism next spring: "Amelie," a musical based on the beloved French comedy, with "Hamilton" star Phillipa Soo in the title role. [The Hollywood Reporter]