All stories by Adam Hetrick on BroadwayStars

Friday, April 27, 2018

The Compass Welcomes Actor Anna O’Donoghue by Adam Hetrick

Leah Walsh hosts the podcast that documents the lives of artists navigating the waters between art and commerce.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:46AM

Mamma Mia! Now Available for Amateur Licensing Across North America by Adam Hetrick

Schools and theatre groups can now apply for live performance rights to the international ABBA hit.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:59AM
Thursday, April 26, 2018

PigPen Theatre’s The Old Man and The Old Moon Released for Licensing by Adam Hetrick

The music-filled theatrical fable, which was acclaimed by critics Off-Broadway, is available for amateur and professional licensing from Broadway Licensing

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:31PM

Riverdale’s Casey Cott and Mean Girls’ Barrett Wilbert Weed and Grey Henson Set for #giveback concert by Adam Hetrick

Amélie and Tuck Everlasting songwriter Nathan Tysen directs the 6th annual concert featuring a host of Broadway talent.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:40PM

Third Installment of Trans Voices Cabaret Will Return to The Duplex by Adam Hetrick

The sold-out concerts showcase up-and-coming transgender and non-binary performers.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:17PM
Wednesday, April 25, 2018

What Did Critics Think of Saint Joan on Broadway? by Adam Hetrick

Read the reviews for the new production, starring Condola Rashad.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:46PM

Watch Darius de Haas, Matt Doyle, Liz Callaway, and John Lloyd Young Preview Upcoming Feinstein’s/54 Below Concerts by Adam Hetrick

The Broadway stars offer a musical preview of their upcoming concert engagements.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:00PM

Audra McDonald Will Play New Jersey Performing Arts Center in June by Adam Hetrick

An Afternoon with Audra McDonald will feature songs from the American musical theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:47PM

Hamilton and Jesus Christ Superstar Live Star Brandon Victor Dixon to Headline TDF Gala by Adam Hetrick

The Theatre Development Fund’s 50th Anniversary Gala will honor Tony Kushner and James Lapine.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:31PM

Aaron Lazar Will Play Feinstein’s/54 Below in June by Adam Hetrick

The Les Misérables and Phantom of the Opera star will bring From Broadway to Hollywood to the midtown cabaret venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:16AM

Hamilton Star Christopher Jackson Will Host Arts for Autism Benefit by Adam Hetrick

Also set to appear are Max von Essen, Kara Lindsay, Libby Servais, and Colton Ryan.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:35AM

Donmar Season Features Brian Friel’s Aristocrats and Measure for Measure by Adam Hetrick

Hayley Atwell and Jack Lowden will alternate roles as Deputy and Novice in Shakespeare’s work, which will be directed by artistic director Josie Rourke.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:31AM
Tuesday, April 24, 2018

Read Opening Night Reviews for Broadway Revival of Travesties by Adam Hetrick

Tom Stoppard's Tony-winning play returns to Broadway following a West End run, featuring Tom Hollander reprising his starring role as Henry Carr

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:48PM

Laura Bell Bundy and Carmen Cusack to Star in Los Angeles Sweet Charity and Victor/Victoria by Adam Hetrick

The Reprise 2.0 productions will play UCLA’s Freud Playhouse.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:38PM

Eden Espinosa, Krysta Rodriguez, and Rachel Tucker Join Williamstown Theatre Festival Season by Adam Hetrick

Additional casting has been announced for the new musical Lempicka, and Theresa Rebeck’s latest comedy Seared.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:16PM

Parsons Dance to Honor Stephen Schwartz by Adam Hetrick

Shoshana Bean will perform at the May 15 gala at the Joyce.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:29PM

Complete Casting Set for Half Time Musical at Paper Mill Playhouse by Adam Hetrick

André De Shields, Georgia Engel, Donna McKechnie, and Lillias White will star in the musical directed and choreographed by Jerry Mitchell.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:50AM
Monday, April 23, 2018

Read Reviews for Summer: The Donna Summer Musical on Broadway by Adam Hetrick

LaChanze, Ariana DeBose, and Storm Levern star in the new musical that opened on Broadway April 23 at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:10PM

5 Questions With Wicked and Pippin Composer-Lyricist Stephen Schwartz by Adam Hetrick

The Dramatists Guild Foundation is celebrating Schwartz April 23 at the Hudson Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:54PM

Drama Critics’ Circle Awards to Be Announced May 3 by Adam Hetrick

The award for Best Play carries a cash prize of $2,500, made possible by a grant from the Lucille Lortel Foundation.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:56PM

Kathy Najimy Stars in Benefit Performance of Natural Shocks April 23 by Adam Hetrick

Proceeds from the evening benefit victims of domestic abuse and gun violence.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:25PM

Zuri Washington Stars in Sister Act at Westchester Broadway Theatre by Adam Hetrick

The musical, featuring a score by Alan Menken, runs through July 1.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:57PM

Check Out Discount Ticket Offers for 10 Upcoming Shows at Feinstein’s/54 Below by Adam Hetrick

Save 15 percent on tickets for select shows through May 7.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00PM

Summer: The Donna Summer Musical Opens on Broadway April 23 by Adam Hetrick

LaChanze, Ariana DeBose, and Storm Lever star in the new musical about the disco icon.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Friday, April 20, 2018

Billy Crudup, Matt Doyle, Edie Falco, and Jessie Mueller Will Honor Michael Mayer at Vineyard Gala by Adam Hetrick

The Off-Broadway Theatre will celebrate its 35th anniversary gala May 14 at the Edison Ballroom.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:58PM

Read Reviews for Broadway-Bound Go-Go’s Musical Head Over Heels by Adam Hetrick

The musical, featuring such songs as “We Got the Beat,” “Mad About You,” and “Heaven Is a Place on Earth,” opened April 18 at San Francisco’s Curran…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:44AM
Monday, April 16, 2018

David Drake Will Direct Love! Valour! Compassion! at Provincetown Theater by Adam Hetrick

Drake, the theatre’s new artistic director, will direct the summer production of Terrence McNally’s Tony Award-winning play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:52PM

11 Off-Broadway Shows to See for Less This Week by Adam Hetrick

The critically acclaimed Amy and the Orphans, an immersive Sweeney Todd, and the return of Jersey Boys are among this week’s offerings.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:25PM

Original Stars of Dance a Little Closer Reunite for April 16 Concert by Adam Hetrick

Len Cariou, Liz Robertson, and Cheryl Howard star in the concert adaptation of Charles Strouse and Alan Jay Lerner’s short-lived 1983 Broadway musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:54PM

Corey Cott Joins Alan Menken Tribute at Carnegie Hall by Adam Hetrick

The New York Pops’ 35th birthday gala, Part of His World: The Songs of Alan Menken, will take place April 30 at Carnegie Hall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:03PM
Friday, April 13, 2018

Will Hochman Joins Mary-Louise Parker in Adam Rapp World Premiere by Adam Hetrick

The Sound Inside will premiere at the Williamstown Theatre Festival this summer.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:57PM

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