All stories by Michael Gioia on BroadwayStars

Friday, October 28, 2016

What Will Happen if it Rains During Hairspray Live!? by Michael Gioia

The show's scenic designer and costume designer tell the press of their contingency plans.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:29PM[SHARE]

Newsies Tour Cast Members Will Offer The Newsboys' Variety Show by Michael Gioia

The evening will be held next month at Feinstein's/54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:28PM[SHARE]

Artists' Podcast The Compass Welcomes Executive Director of SPACE on Ryder Farm by Michael Gioia

Actress Leah Walsh documents the lives of artists navigating the waters between art and commerce.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:23PM[SHARE]

Hate Speech in the Audience Causes Chicago Cast Member to Call It Quits by Michael Gioia

Both actors and audience members were being bullied at The Second City.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:05PM[SHARE]

Broadway's Babies Benefit Will Feature Matt Doyle, Jon Rua, and More by Michael Gioia

The Cutting Room concert will benefit those in need.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:49AM[SHARE]

Broadway Artists Are Aligning to Make Social and Political Change by Michael Gioia

The Broadway Advocacy Coalition is a new platform for artists to speak up and fuse arts with activism.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]

Hairspray's Marissa Jaret Winokur on the Role that Saved Her Life by Michael Gioia

The Tony-winning Tracy Turnblad relives the rewarding, yet rocky, road to Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]
Thursday, October 27, 2016

Molly Pope Will Sing the Music of Jerry Herman in Concert by Michael Gioia

Next month's show will celebrate her birthday.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:03AM[SHARE]

Ben Platt Is Broadway's Newest Leading Man"Backpack Included by Michael Gioia

His profound work in Dear Evan Hansen proves the Pitch Perfect star has graduated to the big leagues.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]
Wednesday, October 26, 2016

Sara Bareilles Will Host Cast Album Karaoke Night at Waitress by Michael Gioia

The Tony-nominated songwriter will host a post-show karaoke at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:20PM[SHARE]

Off-Broadway Cast of I Love You Because Will Reunite by Michael Gioia

The cast will celebrate its 10th anniversary with a concert at Feinstein's/54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:08PM[SHARE]
Tuesday, October 25, 2016

Feinstein's/54 Below Will Have Election Night Watch Party by Michael Gioia

The NY venue will offer a prix-fixe dinner, including special election-themed cocktails, contests and prizes.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:12PM[SHARE]

Anika Larsen Talks Why She's Not on Social Media by Michael Gioia

On The Set List podcast the Beautiful actor also shares how work life has changed after having a baby.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:35PM[SHARE]

Young Adult Novel Monster, About Teen in Juvenile Detention, Will Take the Stage by Michael Gioia

Casting has been announced for the world-premiere stage adaptation.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:23PM[SHARE]

Ana Gasteyer Makes Café Carlyle Debut Tonight by Michael Gioia

The performer offers a set from her jazz album.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]
Monday, October 24, 2016

Beth Malone, Liz Larsen, and Cast of Off-Broadway's Bingo Reunite Tonight by Michael Gioia

The concert evening is held at Feinstein's/54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]

Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical Concert, with Shanice Williams, Held Tonight by Michael Gioia

The musical celebrates its album release with a New York City concert.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]
Friday, October 21, 2016

How Annaleigh Ashford's Newborn Helped Her Prepare for Sunday in the Park by Michael Gioia

In the womb during Rocky and in rehearsals for Sunday, Annaleigh Ashford's son, Jack, is becoming a Broadway baby.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:56PM[SHARE]
Thursday, October 20, 2016

Another Adaptation of The Cherry Orchard Begins Tonight in NYC by Michael Gioia

Titled The Orchard, this production is adapted by Sean B. Leo.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]
Wednesday, October 19, 2016

Billy Porter to Direct Short Plays by Wesley Taylor; Cast Adds Matthew Morrison by Michael Gioia

Proud of Us and Other Short Plays by Wesley Taylor will have a benefit performance at New World Stages.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:20PM[SHARE]

Stephanie J. Block and Understudy Sick; Actor Steps in with Script at Falsettos by Michael Gioia

With only a few hours of rehearsal, Stephanie Umoh took the stage as Falsettos' Trina.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:20PM[SHARE]
Tuesday, October 18, 2016

Alex Brightman and the (M)orons Will Offer Master Classes by Michael Gioia

The Tony nominee is holding audition intensives in November and December.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:39PM[SHARE]

When Did the Rocky Horror Cast Lose Their Rocky Virginity? by Michael Gioia

Cast members from the upcoming Fox broadcast tell us about their first time… experiencing the Time Warp.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:56PM[SHARE]

Interactive Rock N' Roll Debauchery Will Return to New York City by Michael Gioia

Shows will be held on various nights during October and November.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:10PM[SHARE]

Winning Female Composer of Billie Burke Ziegfeld Award Announced by Michael Gioia

The winner receives a grant of $10,000 and a year of professional mentorship.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:41AM[SHARE]

New York Deaf Theatre Will Present "Visual-Physical" Adaptation of Titus Andronicus by Michael Gioia

Previews will begin this month at New York City's Hudson Guild Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:00AM[SHARE]

West Side Story Beats Out War Paint and Ride the Cyclone at Jeff Awards by Michael Gioia

The New York-bound shows did not score big at the annual Jeff Awards that celebrate the best of Chicago theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:32AM[SHARE]

Charl Brown, Lesli Margherita and Lilli Cooper Join Broadway Sings Beyoncé Concert by Michael Gioia

The full lineup has been announced for the November event at the Highline Ballroom.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:07AM[SHARE]

A New Look at Becoming a Princess by Michael Gioia

Photographer Susan Stripling immersed Broadway princesses in a pool of water for a re-imagined photo shoot, and we have an exclusive look at the shots.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]
Monday, October 17, 2016

Shanice Williams Among Concert Cast of Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical by Michael Gioia

The musical will celebrate its album release with a New York City concert.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:13PM[SHARE]

Chatting Chekhov with The Cherry Orchard Cast on Opening Night by Michael Gioia

Diane Lane has returned to the Orchard, and she explains why it feels like home.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:53PM[SHARE]

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