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Monday, April 1, 2024

Classic Stage Company's Classics Gone Mad! Benefit Held April 1 by Margaret Hall

Hosted by Jackie Cox, the benefit puts a wild twist on the work of Rodgers and Hammerstein.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM

Player Kings Begins Performances in London's West End April 1 by Margaret Hall

The adaptation of William Shakespeare’s Henry IV presents Ian McKellen as one of Shakespeare's most popular comic foils, Falstaff.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM

Friday, March 29, 2024

How Adam Jacobs Appeared In Aladdin and The Who's Tommy In One Night by Margaret Hall

Broadway's original Aladdin moved heaven and earth to celebrate both his past and present March 28.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:02PM

Baltimore Theatre Companies to Present Citywide August Wilson Century Cycle Celebration by Margaret Hall

Ten companies will participate in the three-year project, presenting all of the late playwright's Century Cycle.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:12PM

Academy Award Winner Louis Gossett Jr. Dies at 87 by Margaret Hall

Mr. Gossett was the first Black actor to win the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32PM

How to Get $30 Tickets to Patriots on Broadway by Margaret Hall

Previews begin April 1 for the new play, which recounts the story of Vladimir Putin's rise to power.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:02AM

The Great Gatsby Begins Performances on Broadway March 29 by Margaret Hall

Marc Bruni directs with choreography by Dominique Kelley.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:00AM

Thursday, March 28, 2024

Stereophonic Will Begin Broadway Performances Early With Special $40 Performance by Margaret Hall

Featuring original songs by Arcade Fire's Will Butler, the David Adjmi play enjoyed a sold-out world premiere Off-Broadway via Playwrights Horizons.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:34PM

Breaking the Binary to Partner with Steppenwolf and Woolly Mammoth For New BTB Across America Initiative by Margaret Hall

The partnership will support theatre created by transgender, non-binary, and Two-Spirit+ (TNB2S+) artists across the regional theatre ecosystem.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:43PM

Assembly Adds More Than 100 Edinburgh Fringe Shows to Its Docket by Margaret Hall

The venue has added more shows to its Fringe schedule, including a rock musical about Mary, Queen of Scots.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:53AM

Get a 1st Listen to 'Allwhite' from Michael R. Jackson's White Girl in Danger by Margaret Hall

The Pulitzer Prize and Tony winner's musical is releasing a cast album March 29.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:41AM

Wednesday, March 27, 2024

Photos: Step Inside Maestra Music's Amplify 2024 Concert by Margaret Hall

The evening celebrated such female and nonbinary composers and lyricists as Kristen Anderson-Lopez, Rebekah Greer Melocik, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:43PM

See Who's Starring in Twenty-Sided Tavern Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

The production blends the worlds of tabletop roleplay games and theatre to create an interactive experience.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:31PM

Cecily Strong Is Engaged by Margaret Hall

The Brooklyn Laundry star shared the good news on Late Night with Seth Meyers March 26.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32PM

This Season on Broadway: The Diegetic Songs by Margaret Hall

In Cabaret, Stereophonic, and Merrily We Roll Along, the characters know they are singing.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01PM

Reviews: What Do Critics Think of Ivo van Hove's West End Musical Opening Night? by Margaret Hall

Sheridan Smith is leading the cast of the new stage musical based on John Cassavetes' 1977 film.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:16AM

Packages O’ the Things We Deliver Begins Performances Off-Broadway March 27 by Margaret Hall

The play is the latest body of work commissioned as part of the I Am Soul Playwright Residency.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:00AM

Tuesday, March 26, 2024

Amy Brenneman, Raviv Ullman, Jeremy Rabb, More Cast in the World Premiere of Galilee, 34 by Margaret Hall

Davis McCallum will direct Eleanor Burgess' new work at South Coast Repertory.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:06PM

Matthew Broderick, John Kani, Patrick Page, Alex Brightman Will Be Part of Shakespeare Theatre Company Season by Margaret Hall

The Washington, D.C. institution will present a mixture of new and revived work during the 2024-2025 season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:42PM

Paula Vogel's Mother Play Delays 1st Broadway Preview by Margaret Hall

The new play stars Jessica Lange, Jim Parsons, and Celia Keenan-Bolger.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:02PM

Photos: Sarah Paulson-Led Appropriate Takes 1st Curtain Call at the Belasco, Marking Ella Beatty's Broadway debut by Margaret Hall

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' comedic drama is playing a 13-week limited engagement at the Belasco following an earlier run at the Hayes.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18PM

Gloria Obianyo and Harriet Walter to Star in Ralph Fiennes-Directed As You Like It Next Year by Margaret Hall

The production will play the Theatre Royal Bath in a season that also includes a world premiere from David Hare.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:36AM

See Who's Starring in West End Run of Boys From the Blackstuff by Margaret Hall

Kate Wasserberg will direct James Graham’s adaptation of Alan Bleasdale’s TV drama.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:02AM

Monday, March 25, 2024

Photos: See Peter Brynolf and Jonas Ljung Make Magic in Stalker Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

The Swedish street magicians and illusionists bring their skills to New World Stages.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:32PM

Off-Broadway's 59E59 Receives $10 Million Donation by Margaret Hall

The donation will eliminate rental fees for producing theatre companies.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:06PM

Michael Greif to Be Honored at New Dramatists' Annual Spring Luncheon by Margaret Hall

The inaugural Konecky Award will be presented to Concord Theatricals.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18PM

Photos: Wayne Brady Visits the Cast of Broadway's The Notebook by Margaret Hall

The titular Wiz star stopped by the Schoenfeld prior to beginning performances at the Marquis Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18PM

Reviews: What Do Critics Think of Philadelphia, Here I Come! at Irish Rep? by Margaret Hall

The production is part of the Off-Broadway company's Friel Project, presenting four of playwright Brian Friel's plays set in the fictional town of Ballybeg.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:42AM

Cynthia Erivo, Ron Raines, Ruthie Ann Miles, Shuler Hensley to Star in A Little Night Music Lincoln Center Concerts by Margaret Hall

John Doyle will direct the four concerts, which will feature new orchestrations by Jonathan Tunick, who will also conduct.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM

Edinburgh Fringe Hit No Love Songs to Transfer to London by Margaret Hall

The new musical centers on the emotional experience of being a new parent and the weight of postnatal depression.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM

Come Spirit, Come Charm Concert Celebrating Lucy Simon Held at Joe's Pub March 25 by Margaret Hall

The late Grammy winner and Tony nominee will be honored by an all-star lineup.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM

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