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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

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

How to Dance in Ohio Partners With Neurodiversity Employment Network Mentra by Margaret Hall

The two companies have joined forces to help neurodiverse individuals refine their resumes while seeking employment.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:12AM

Live Aid–Inspired Musical Just for One Day Begins Performances January 26 by Margaret Hall

The London musical features songs by David Bowie, The Who, Queen, The Police, Elton John, Paul McCartney, Diana Ross, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24AM
Thursday, January 25, 2024

White Rose: The Musical Opens Off-Broadway January 25 by Margaret Hall

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

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:12AM

How to Dance in Ohio Holds Affinity Night With Autistic Theatremakers Alliance January 25 by Margaret Hall

The coming-of-age musical follows the challenges faced by a group of autistic young adults at an Ohio counseling center.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:12AM
Wednesday, January 24, 2024

Alan Cumming's Solo Show Alan Cumming Is Not Acting His Age Is Coming to Broadway by Margaret Hall

Cumming will perform the show for a one-night-only engagement.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:36PM

Video: Get a Look at My Son's a Queer (But What Can You Do) Ahead of Its Broadway Bow by Margaret Hall

Rob Madge's solo show will play a 16-week run on Broadway at the Lyceum Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:06PM

Linedy Genao and Sasha Merci to Star in La Egoista Reading by Margaret Hall

Erlina Ortiz's comedy explores the bond between siblings, the cost of caregiving, and the fine line between selfish and selfless.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:24PM

Photos: Get a 1st Look at West End Transfer of Sam Holcroft's A Mirror by Margaret Hall

Tanya Reynolds, Samuel Adewunmi, Jonny Lee Miller, and Geoffrey Streatfeild star.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:02PM

Tony Winner Annaleigh Ashford to Star in Reading of The Imaginary Invalid Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

The Molière comedy is newly translated by Mirabelle Ordinaire and adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:02PM

Spamalot, Stephanie J. Block, Patrick Page, More Nominated for Helen Hayes Awards by Margaret Hall

The D.C.-area theatre honors also gave nods to Swept Away, Sammi Cannold, John Gallagher Jr., Bryonha Marie, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:32PM

Ukrainian Puppet Show I Will Dance With Those Oak Trees as Long As to Play New York by Margaret Hall

The retelling of Gilgamesh will be seen at Alchemical Studios.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM

Get a 1st Listen to 'Lawn Chair Larry' From New Musical 42 Balloons by Margaret Hall

Complete casting has also been announced for the musical comedy, set to premiere in Manchester this spring.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:32AM

New Play A Matter of Faith Begins Performances Off-Broadway January 24 by Margaret Hall

Written by Ian Richard Barnes, the play explores addiction, rehabilitation, faith, and the myth of perfection.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:12AM
Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Get a 1st Look at 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 03:12PM

BATHHOUSE.PPTX By Jesús I. Valles Sets Off-Broadway Premiere by Margaret Hall

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

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:02PM

Oscar Nominated Director Norman Jewison Dies at 97 by Margaret Hall

Mr. Jewison brought both Fiddler on the Roof and Jesus Christ Superstar to the big screen.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:54PM

Watch: Daniel Dae Kim Stars in New Trailer for Avatar: The Last Airbender by Margaret Hall

The live-action series will arrive on Netflix February 22.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:54PM

Danielle Brooks, Maestro, Da'Vine Joy Randolph More Receive 2024 Oscar Nominations by Margaret Hall

The 95th Annual Academy Awards will be held March 10 in Los Angeles.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM

Mean Girls Star Jonathan Bennett Makes Broadway Debut in Spamalot January 23 by Margaret Hall

Bennett succeeds Michael Urie in the revival at the St. James.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32AM
Monday, January 22, 2024

Video: See the Cast of After Midnight Sing Some Big-Band Standards by Margaret Hall

The musical at Paper Mill Playhouse mixes the poetry of Langston Hughes with songs from such jazz legends as Duke Ellington.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:42PM

My Son's A Queer (But What Can You Do) Partners with Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation by Margaret Hall

Madge's solo show will play a 16-week run on Broadway at the Lyceum Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:42AM

Thomas Green Launches New Talent Management and Production Company by Margaret Hall

Green made his Broadway producing debut as an Associate Producer of Thoughts of a Colored Man.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM