All stories by Robert Simonson on BroadwayStars

Monday, May 2, 2016

Broadway Box-Office Analysis: April 25-May 1 by Robert Simonson

Waitress continued to sell out, while Paramour and The Color Purple also had good weeks.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:05PM
Friday, April 29, 2016

In Case You Missed It: April 23-29 by Robert Simonson

In the final week before the end of the 2015-16 season, five shows opened on Broadway. What did critics think?

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:54PM
Wednesday, April 27, 2016

Madeleine Sherwood, Staple in Tennessee Williams Plays and Films, Dies at 93 by Robert Simonson

The actress originated roles in plays by Williams, Arthur Miller and Edward Albee

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:33AM

Did You Know These Major Stars Got Their Start in August Wilson Plays? by Robert Simonson

In honor of the playwright’s birthday, we take a look back at actors that launched their careers in works by Wilson and where they are now.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Friday, April 15, 2016

In Case You Missed It: April 9-15 by Robert Simonson

The Father opens on Broadway; Daniel Radcliffe returns to the New York stage; and the theatre loses one of its finest actresses.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:01PM

Hamilton Seems to Have Pulitzer Prize for Drama All Sewn Up by Robert Simonson

There appears to be no duel where this year’s Pulitzer is concerned, which will be announced April 18.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Wednesday, April 13, 2016

Anne Jackson, Seasoned Stage Actress and Half of Legendary Stage Pair, Dies at 90 by Robert Simonson

Jackson and her husband, Eli Wallach, composed one of the most famous stage couples in the history of the American theater.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:15PM

Arnold Wesker, Major British Playwright of “Angry Young Men” Era, Dies at 83 by Robert Simonson

An important figure in 1950s and '60 English drama, he was best known for “The Wesker Trilogy.”

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:33PM
Tuesday, April 12, 2016

Broadway Box-Office Analysis: April 4-10 by Robert Simonson

While business remained good on the whole, most shows saw a slide last week, while Waitress continued to show strength in previews.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:58AM
Friday, April 8, 2016

In Case You Missed It: April 2-8 by Robert Simonson

Broadway may get another Gypsy; an all-female Taming of the Shrew; and Heather Headley comes home.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:17PM
Monday, April 4, 2016

Broadway Box-Office Analysis: March 28-April 4 by Robert Simonson

Overall box-office was down, despite the addition of two new shows. Still, new attractions like Waitress and American Psycho show early strength.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:30PM

Frankie Michaels, Youngest Performer to Win a Tony, Dies at 60 by Robert Simonson

The child actor played Patrick Dennis in the original production of Mame.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:17PM
Saturday, April 2, 2016

These New Apps and Databases Can Streamline Your Arduous Audition Prep by Robert Simonson

How to use the latest tech to unearth the perfect monologue, the right 16-bar cut, even track your past and upcoming auditions.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Friday, April 1, 2016

In Case You Missed It: March 26-April 1 by Robert Simonson

A Hamilton casting notices courts controversy; Ivo van Hove's The Crucible opens on Broadway; and Falsettos announces star-studded casting.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:12PM
Thursday, March 31, 2016

James Noble, Broadway and Benson Actor, Dies at 94 by Robert Simonson

The 1776 actor was best known for playing the governor in the 1980s sitcom Benson.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:23AM
Tuesday, March 29, 2016

Broadway Box-Office Analysis: March 21-27 by Robert Simonson

It was a robust week on Broadway, with more than half the shows filled to 90 percent capacity or more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:55AM
Friday, March 25, 2016

In Case You Missed It: March 19-25 by Robert Simonson

Bright Star opened on Broadway; New York is getting a new Front Page; and Hamilton announces open casting calls.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:36AM
Thursday, March 24, 2016

Ken Howard, Tony-Winning Actor, Dies at 71 by Robert Simonson

Howard played Thomas Jefferson in 1776 and starred in TV's The White Shadow.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:22AM
Monday, March 21, 2016

Broadway Box-Office Analysis: March 14-20 by Robert Simonson

Shuffle Along has a good start, The Crucible continues strong and many shows enjoy a box-office bump.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:34PM
Friday, March 18, 2016

In Case You Missed It: March 12-18 by Robert Simonson

She Loves Me opened to raves, Willy Wonka is coming to New York and Hamilton saves the $10 bill.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:41PM

Actor Shawn Elliott, Husband of Donna Murphy, Dies by Robert Simonson

Mr. Elliott starred in the original Off-Broadway production of Jacques Brel.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:20PM
Monday, March 14, 2016

Robert Horton, Original Starbuck in 110 in the Shade, Dies at 91 by Robert Simonson

He was known for Western roles in film and TV.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:19PM
Sunday, March 13, 2016

What\u2019s New in Regional Theatres? New Artistic Directors Are Shaping the National Scene by Robert Simonson

The coming year will see several changes in leadership at America\u2019s nonprofit theatres.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Friday, March 11, 2016

In Case You Missed It: March 5-11 by Robert Simonson

Blackbird opens on Broadway, Nerds calls off a Broadway run, and Hamilton heals political divisions in Utah.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:40AM
Thursday, March 10, 2016

Martha Wright, Musical Actress Who Followed Mary Martin Into Roles, Dies at 92 by Robert Simonson

Wright replaced Martin in both South Pacific and The Sound of Music.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:18PM
Wednesday, March 9, 2016

Actor Brian Dennehy Says He Wants a Challenge or Nothing by Robert Simonson

The veteran star of the current film Knight of Cups is still searching for the next Everest to climb.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Tuesday, March 8, 2016

Robert Dahdah, Early Figure in Off-Off-Broadway Scene, Dies at 89 by Robert Simonson

His production of Dames at Sea launched the career of Bernadette Peters.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:17AM
Monday, March 7, 2016

Broadway Box-Office Analysis: February 29-March 6 by Robert Simonson

Broadway business was slow but steady, with the new play Eclipsed showing promise and The Crucible getting off to a good start.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:08PM
Friday, March 4, 2016

In Case You Missed It: February 27-March 4 by Robert Simonson

Hughie will close early, Barbara Cook will return to the stage, Mean Girls becomes a musical and Superior Donuts becomes a TV show.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:39PM
Monday, February 29, 2016

Broadway Box-Office Analysis: February 22-28 by Robert Simonson

Numbers were down across most of Broadway, but Eclipsed got off to a good start in previews. Do some shows simply need reviews to help sales?

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:39PM
Sunday, February 28, 2016

Meet the Director Who Put Four Shows on the New York Stage in a Single Season by Robert Simonson

Antigone, A View From the Bridge, Lazarus and The Crucible. At 57, Ivo van Hove Bursts Onto Broadway With the Year of a Lifetime.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

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