All stories by Margaret Hall on BroadwayStars

Tuesday, February 6, 2024

The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize Announces 2024 Finalists by Margaret Hall

The award honors female and non-binary playwrights who have written English language plays.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18PM

New 'Festival Village' Housing Scheme Announced for Edinburgh Fringe by Margaret Hall

In collaboration with Queen Margaret University, hundreds of Fringe artists will be housed in a special hub.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:02AM
Monday, February 5, 2024

Photos: See Ramin Karimloo and Michelle Visage in Rehearsals for London The Addams Family Concerts by Margaret Hall

Matthew White is directing the event with choreography by Alistair David.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:18PM

Barnum to Return to U.K. at Watermill Theatre by Margaret Hall

Located a little over an hour from London, Watermill Theatre was named Theatre of the Year at 2024's The Stage Awards

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

'I Love Pimps and Hoes!': Irene Gandy Reflects on Broadway's Most Colorful Characters by Margaret Hall

The producer, press agent, and knighted lady shares backstage stories, including the time she had a meeting with Lena Horne and some Times Square sex workers.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:12AM
Sunday, February 4, 2024

New York Premiere of Between Two Knees Begins February 4 by Margaret Hall

The production is from The 1491, an intertribal sketch comedy troupe.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18AM
Friday, February 2, 2024

Video: How to Dance in Ohio Celebrates Teacher's Night on Broadway in Style by Margaret Hall

500 New York City public educators were welcomed into the Belasco Theatre February 2.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:48PM

Dominick Balletta Leaves National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene to Form High Hard Heat by Margaret Hall

The new producing and management entity will straddle the commercial and non-profit worlds.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM
Thursday, February 1, 2024

Sara Bareilles, Celia Keenan-Bolger, Tony Kushner, Zachary Quinto, More Join Vineyard Theatre Gala Roster by Margaret Hall

A host of Broadway favorites will be on hand to celebrate the Off-Broadway company—and special honoree Jesse Tyler Ferguson.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:18PM

See Who's Sneaking Away to the BATHHOUSE.PPTX Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

Described as "a group project for perverts," the play is a meditation on queer longing and grief.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06PM

London to Celebrate 15th Anniversary of Spring Awakening with Concert by Margaret Hall

The concert will raise funds to support original West End producer Imogen Kinchin's cancer treatment.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

Rob Madge Is Ready For You to Meet Them in My Son's A Queer (But What Can You Do?) by Margaret Hall

They've been a West End staple since they were 9 years old. Now they're getting ready for their Broadway debut.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:12AM

World Premiere of The Following Evening Begins Performances February 1 by Margaret Hall

The work is written and directed by 600 Highwaymen's Abigail Browde and Michael Silverstone.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:12AM
Wednesday, January 31, 2024

Photos: Get a 1st Look at Russian Troll Farm Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

The political satire is set in St. Petersburg’s Internet Research Agency just prior to the 2016 U.S. presidential election.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:32PM

Kate Douglas’ The Apiary Begins Performances Off-Broadway January 31 by Margaret Hall

Directed by Kate Whoriskey, the play is the centerpiece of the Second Stage's inaugural Next Stage Festival.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32PM

Daphne Rubin-Vega Is Not Your Hypersexualized Stereotype by Margaret Hall

The former Rent star breathes fresh life into Tennessee Williams' The Night of the Iguana Off-Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:24AM

Dark Comedy Thriller Rotten to Tour U.K. by Margaret Hall

The new work from Josie White is influenced by Alfred Hitchcock and Agatha Christie.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:12AM

Jordan Luke Gage and Laurie Kynaston to Star in London Bare Concert by Margaret Hall

Bare is a raucous coming-of-age musical exploring identity, sexuality, and the consequences of hiding your true self.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:42AM

John Slattery and Talia Balsam to Star in The Subject Was Roses at Bay Street Theatre by Margaret Hall

The married couple will be joined by their son, Harry Slattery, in the Pulitzer-winning drama.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:06AM
Tuesday, January 30, 2024

Three-Time Tony Winner Hinton Battle Dies at 67 by Margaret Hall

Mr. Battle made his Broadway debut as the original Scarecrow in The Wiz.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:24PM

Broadway Legend Chita Rivera Dies at 91 by Margaret Hall

Ms. Rivera was a three-time Tony recipient, and a beloved icon of the stage and screen.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:42PM

See Who's Starring in Kia Corthron's Fish Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

Directed by Adrienne D. Williams, the play is centered on the individuals who make up America’s education system.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:54PM

Elton John and Bernie Taupin Win 2024 Gershwin Prize for Popular Song by Margaret Hall

John and Taupin will be honored with a tribute concert in Washington, D.C. April 8.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM

Video: The Cast of A Sign of the Times Performs 'You Don't Own Me' And Other '60s Hits by Margaret Hall

The musical features the songs of Petula Clark, Lesley Gore, Dusty Springfield, and other 1960s icons.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:32AM

Dominic West-Led A View From The Bridge Transferring to London's West End by Margaret Hall

The transfer will follow an already sold-out engagement at Theatre Royal Bath.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:32AM
Monday, January 29, 2024

On the Red Carpet: Days of Wine and Roses Star Kelli O'Hara Declares She 'Was Born To Sing This Music' by Margaret Hall

Go inside opening night with interviews and red carpet arrival photos with the cast and celebrity guests including Bernadette Peters, Ruthie Ann Miles, Amber Ruffin, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:18PM

Report: Paul Mescal to Star in Film Adaptation of Lolita Chakrabarti's Hamnet by Margaret Hall

The new play previously sold out productions in Stratford-Upon-Avon and London's West End.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:24PM

Trixie Mattel Joins Gwyneth Goes Skiing Encore Run, More in Pleasance Theatre Spring 2024 Season by Margaret Hall

The RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars winner will star as Blythe Danner in the musical reimagining of the infamous accident.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM
Saturday, January 27, 2024

Jez Butterworth's New Play The Hills of California Begins West End Run January 27 by Margaret Hall

The piece reunites Butterworth with director Sam Mendes, who previously directed The Ferryman.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32AM
Friday, January 26, 2024

Feel Good Friday: Birthdays, Proposals, and Babies Galor! by Margaret Hall

This week was a big one for joy all around, including onstage proposals and birthday celebrations, as well as a precious new life.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:18PM

Reviews: What Do Critics Think of White Rose: The Musical Off-Broadway? by Margaret Hall

Will Nunziata directs the new musical based on a true story of student activists in Nazi Germany.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:18AM