All stories by Margaret Hall on BroadwayStars

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

See Who's Starring in It’s A Wonderful Life! at Irish Rep by Margaret Hall

The production reimagines the beloved film as a live radio broadcast, filled with nostalgic holiday songs, vintage commercials, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:18PM

How Wicked Fans Got Jordan Litz Past the Finish Line at the New York Marathon by Margaret Hall

Broadway's reigning Winkie Prince had some extra support from the musical's diehard fans right when he needed it most.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:54PM

Jonathan Bailey Cherishes 'The Value of a Sexy Man' by Margaret Hall

The Wicked: For Good star visited The Tonight Show to reflect on being named People Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive ahead of the musical's second and final installment.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM

What Are the Reviews for Kyoto Off-Broadway? by Margaret Hall

Stephen Kunken leads Joe Murphy and Joe Robertson's Olivier-nominated play at Lincoln Center Theater.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM

Trisha Paytas Begins Run in Beetlejuice on Broadway November 4 by Margaret Hall

The social media influencer joins for a limited run in the musical's Broadway return.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02AM

Japanese Queens Begin Six Run in London's West End November 4 by Margaret Hall

The critically acclaimed Japanese cast, who toured the show earlier this year, take the stage in London for one week only.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02AM
Monday, November 3, 2025

Sophie Boyce and Veronica Mansour Win 2025 Fred Ebb Awards by Margaret Hall

The honor recognizes up-and-coming songwriters for excellence in musical theatre songwriting.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:12PM

Video: Go Under the Big Top with the National Tour of Water For Elephants by Margaret Hall

The musical, seen on Broadway in 2024, tells the story of a man who runs away from his life, only to find himself caught up in a traveling circus.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:12PM

Sneak Backstage at Wicked: One Wonderful Night NBC Special With These Photos by Margaret Hall

Filmed at the iconic Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, the concert transforms the legendary venue into the Emerald City, complete with a 37-piece live orchestra.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06PM

Stephen Schwartz Never Planned to Come Back to Broadway. Then a 'Twister of Fate' Descended by Margaret Hall

The legendary composer shares stories from his career, from Godspell to Baker's Wife, Wicked, and beyond.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06PM

See Who's Starring in Paranormal Activity in London's West End by Margaret Hall

The original film, released in 2009, reimagined the found footage genre for a new generation, kicking off a blockbuster franchise.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM
Saturday, November 1, 2025

Here's Your 1st Look at Paddington Bear in Paddington the Musical by Margaret Hall

“What we as producers always hoped to achieve was, quite simply, Paddington on stage—and thanks to the immensely talented artists, both on and off stage, we believe we’ve realized that…

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:18PM

Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) Begins on Broadway November 1 by Margaret Hall

The romantic comedy, already a London hit, stars Christiani Pitts and Sam Tutty.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:54AM
Friday, October 31, 2025

The Lost Boys Releases The Santa Carla Sessions EP, Music Video for 'Wild' by Margaret Hall

In celebration of the EP's streaming release, a music video of Caissie Levy and Patrick Wilson performing together in the studio has dropped.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:06PM

The 5 Best Bathrooms on Broadway by Margaret Hall

It isn't easy to identify the perfect porcelain throne on Broadway, but these five fly high above their competition.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:06PM

See Who's Starring in Spamalot Revival National Tour by Margaret Hall

The tour will travel to more than 30 cities in its first year.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:36PM

Usher In Halloween with Beetlejuice on Good Morning America by Margaret Hall

The production rewrote "The Whole Being Dead Thing" specifically for the morning broadcast.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:36PM

Killing an Evening with Edgar Allan Poe Will Return to Merchant’s House Museum by Margaret Hall

John Kevin Jones will summon the famed poet to tell his classic tales in the 1832 double parlors of the museum.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:42AM

Michael Longhurst to Direct New Production of Boy George Musical Taboo by Margaret Hall

Commissioned by Thomas Hopkins Productions, this is the latest turn in the musical's multi-decade development period.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:36AM
Thursday, October 30, 2025

Zhailon Levingston and Darrell Grand Moultrie Win Joe A. Callaway Awards by Margaret Hall

Given by the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, the honors are the only awards given to directors and choreographers by a committee of their peers.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:02PM

Off-Broadway's Theatre For a New Audience Launches Comprehensive Online Archive by Margaret Hall

The archives includes photos, programs, posters, and more from the theatre's 45-plus-year history.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24PM

World Premiere Hunger Games Stage Play Extends in London by Margaret Hall

Mia Carragher is leading the cast as Katniss Everdeen in Conor McPherson's adaptation of Suzanne Collins’ novel.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM
Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Eva Noblezada and Reeve Carney Are Married by Margaret Hall

The wedding bands were exchanged, the wedding table was laid, and the happy couple have laid down in eiderdown.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:54PM

Will The Lost Boys Break Broadway's Vampire Musical Curse? by Margaret Hall

Why has there never been a successful vampire musical on Broadway? Playbill takes a bite out of this question.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:12PM

Photos: Sara Bareilles, Gloria Allred, Lea Salonga, More Celebrate Liberation's Broadway Opening by Margaret Hall

Bess Wohl's play opened October 28 at the James Earl Jones Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:12PM

Ian McKellen-Led Mixed-Reality Play An Ark to Play Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

Written by Olivier and Tony winner Simon Stephens, the piece is the first play created for and in mixed reality.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:24AM

Joe Turner's Come and Gone Finds Home, Dates for Broadway Revival by Margaret Hall

Taraji P. Henson and Cedric "The Entertainer" will star in the Debbie Allen-directed production of the August Wilson classic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM
Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Get a 1st Look at the New Queendom for SIX: the Musical National Tour by Margaret Hall

The pop musical is a herstorical remix about the six women who all married King Henry VIII of England, taking to the stage to tell their side of the story.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:36PM

You Could Own Charles Strouse's Midtown Manhattan Home by Margaret Hall

The late Annie and Bye Bye Birdie composer's home has been listed for sale to the public.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:36PM

Erika Henningsen, Ramin Karimloo to Star in Jane Eyre Lincoln Center Concert by Margaret Hall

Paul Gordon and John Caird's musical adaptation of the classic novel will be the latest in the Manhattan Concert Productions Broadway Series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:24AM

How Are Reviews for Beau the Musical's Off-Broadway Return? by Margaret Hall

The heartfelt musical is back for an encore engagement at St. Luke's Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

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