All stories by Margaret Hall on BroadwayStars

Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Brian d'Arcy James Has No Regrets, Not Even When He Had to Leave Hamilton by Margaret Hall

The five-time Tony nominee looks back on his career, from meeting his wife in Carousel to making his daughter cringe in Shrek.

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Monday, December 1, 2025

Photos: Michael Cerveris Stars in A Christmas Carol Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

The holiday production comes to Perelman Performing Arts Center after earlier mountings in London and on Broadway.

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Step Inside Freaky Friday Musical's U.K. Stage Premiere by Margaret Hall

Andy Fickman directs the musical from Bridget Carpenter, Tom Kitt, and Brian Yorkey.

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Step Inside Paddington the Musical's Warm-and-Fuzzy Opening Night Celebration by Margaret Hall

Adapted from the beloved children's books by Michael Bond and the award-winning films, the musical recently opened at London's Savoy.

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Annual Off-Broadway Ticket-Granting Toy Drive Has Begun by Margaret Hall

Those who donate a new unwrapped toy worth more than $10 will receive a voucher for a free ticket to a participating Off-Broadway show of their choice.

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Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Bianca Del Rio Takes a Bite Out of Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

From making theatre costumes to winning Drag Race, the beloved queen is finally making her New York onstage debut in Tartuffe.

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Check Out Diaspora's Star-Studded Opening Night by Margaret Hall

The theatrical-culinary experience traces the migration stories of four Jewish families from Ethiopia, Iran, Ukraine, and Mexico to New York City.

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Tuesday, November 25, 2025

After Glee, Kevin McHale Has Found His Bliss By Going Against Type by Margaret Hall

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee star praises the transformative power of Bill Finn and Stephen Sondheim, and reflects on the enduring influence of Glee.

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SIX Drops Limited Edition Playbill Covers for 6th Anniversary on Broadway by Margaret Hall

Beginning in December, the pop musical will feature a new, collectible Playbill cover each month for six months.

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SIX to Perform on CNN Thanksgiving Celebration by Margaret Hall

The special, which showcases parades across the country, will feature the Broadway cast performing "Ex-Wives."

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Just In Time Will Hit the Road On Tour in 2027 by Margaret Hall

Tour cities will be revealed early next year, with casting and ticket information to be announced.

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Monday, November 24, 2025

Meet the Cartozians Extends Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

Andrea Martin, Will Brill, and Raffi Barsoumian lead the Talene Monahon play at Second Stage.

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Gregory Maguire Is Writing a New Wicked Prequel, Galinda by Margaret Hall

The new novel will be released next autumn.

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See Who's Joined the Broadway Revival of Joe Turner's Come and Gone by Margaret Hall

Tripp Taylor, Bradley Stryker, and more have been cast in the Debbie Allen-directed production of the August Wilson classic.

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Wicked: For Good Earns Record-Shattering $150 Million Opening Weekend by Margaret Hall

The film has welcomed in record-breaking audience levels, both domestically and internationally.

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What Is On the Note That Fiyero Sends to Elphaba in Wicked: For Good? by Margaret Hall

All the secrets behind that mysterious scrap of fabric.

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Who Is Dorothy in Wicked: For Good? by Margaret Hall

After years of secrecy, the identity of the blue-gingham frocked actress has been revealed.

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Friday, November 21, 2025

Off-Broadway's Wild Project Purchases Its East Village Home by Margaret Hall

Established in 2007, wild project is a non-profit producer and venue which supports the diverse independent theatre, film, music, visual arts, and spoken-word artists of New York City.

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Wicked: For Good Is For the Gelphie Shippers by Margaret Hall

After 22 years of fighting in the fandom trenches, the Wicked films have reinforced one of the most ardent sapphic ships in fan-fiction history.

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Thursday, November 20, 2025

What Are The Reviews of Broadway's Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)? by Margaret Hall

The romantic comedy stars Christiani Pitts and Sam Tutty.

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Paddington the Musical to Release Cast Album in 2026 by Margaret Hall

The Paddington character is one of the most popular children's characters of all time.

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See Cynthia Erivo Belt Out 'No Good Deed' in New Clip from Wicked: For Good by Margaret Hall

The final installment of the two-part adaptation of Broadway's Wicked hits movie theatres November 21.

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Marjorie Prime, Starring June Squibb, Begins Performances on Broadway November 20 by Margaret Hall

Cynthia Nixon, Danny Burstein, and Christopher Lowell co-star in the upcoming Broadway bow of Jordan Harrison's Pulitzer finalist play.

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Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Wicked: For Good Projected to Earn Largest Box Office Opening of 2025 by Margaret Hall

The film is expected to make between $150 million and $180 million from 4,000 North American theatres in its premiere weekend.

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Video: Cynthia Erivo Is Brought to Tears as Students From Her High School Sing 'For Good' by Margaret Hall

The Tony winner surprised students at the La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School in London.

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Burnout Paradise to Return Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

In a race against time, four performers on treadmills perform an escalating series of tasks as they try to get a long to-do list finished.

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See Ariana Grande Show Off Her Wicked: For Good Wand Skills on The Tonight Show by Margaret Hall

The star paid a visit to The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon November 18 to discuss all things Wicked.

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Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Wicked: For Good's New York Premiere by Margaret Hall

The second part of the smash-hit Wicked film duology has officially arrived.

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Tuesday, November 18, 2025

Anastasia Traina's Seagulls on Sullivan Street Will Receive Private Presentation by Margaret Hall

The piece is expected to arrive Off-Broadway in 2026.

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What Do the Critics Think of Wicked: For Good? by Margaret Hall

The second part of the smash-hit Wicked film duology has officially arrived.

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Here Are the Lyrics to the New Songs in Wicked: For Good by Margaret Hall

Stephen Schwartz wrote two new songs for Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo: "The Girl in the Bubble" and "No Place Like Home."

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2025-2026 BROADWAY SEASON
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Oct 08, 2025: Beetlejuice - Palace Theatre
Nov 13, 2025: Oedipus - Studio 54
Nov 16, 2025: Chess - Imperial Theatre
Mar 23, 2026: Giant - Music Box Theatre
Apr 06, 2026: Becky Shaw - Hayes Theater
Apr 16, 2026: Proof - Booth Theatre
Apr 26, 2026: Drama Desk Cut-Off