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Tuesday, February 25, 2020

The Prince of Egypt Opens February 25 in London’s West End, Releases Production Photos by Dan Meyer

The musical, featuring Stephen Schwartz’s music from the 1998 film as well as new material songs, has extended seven weeks.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Monday, February 24, 2020

Grosses Analysis: Six Snatches a Million-Dollar Crown in First Full Week on Broadway by Dan Meyer

Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss’ musical about the six wives of Henry VIII is reigning supreme ahead of officially opening.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:36PM

Broadway Alum Diane Venora to Star in Bernhardt/Hamlet at the Geffen Playhouse by Dan Meyer

Casting is announced for the West Coast premiere of Theresa Rebeck’s play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:13AM

Suzan-Lori Parks and James Earl Jones Among NAACP Image Award Winners by Dan Meyer

The Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright and Tony-winning performer won for their work in television and film.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:58AM

John Godber’s Angels of the North Will Transfer to London by Dan Meyer

The world premiere production previously played at Theatre Royal Wakefield.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:39AM

Be More Chill Extends in London by Dan Meyer

The Joe Iconis and Joe Tracz musical opened February 18 at The Other Palace.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:36AM

Bernadette Peters, Annaleigh Ashford, Beth Malone, and More at Broadway Belts for PFF! by Dan Meyer

The February 24 concert raises money to fight pulmonary fibrosis.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Saturday, February 22, 2020

Peter Mumford on What Makes Lighting Design Such a Great Job by Dan Meyer

The two-time Tony nominee shares behind-the-scenes secrets from his career lighting everything from A Doll's House to King Kong.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:00AM
Friday, February 21, 2020

The Public Theater, Pacific Northwest Ballet, Blue Man Group, and More Are Hiring by Dan Meyer

Playbill's Job Listings offers an extensive selection of technical jobs within the theatre industry.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:48PM

Check Out Photos From the Hit Her With the Skates Press Day by Dan Meyer

The upcoming musical stars American Idol and Broadway alums Diana DeGarmo and Ace Young.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:05PM

Watch Frozen's Ciara Renée and McKenzie Kurtz Perform ’I Can't Lose You’ by Dan Meyer

The new song by Robert and Kristen Lopez is now an official part of the musical's score.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:47PM

Read Reviews for the La Cage Aux Folles [The Play] in London by Dan Meyer

The world premiere of Simon Callow's English-language adaptation opened at Park Theatre February 19.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:32AM

Bebe Neuwirth Lands Role in HBO Max’s The Flight Attendant by Dan Meyer

The two-time Tony and Emmy winner joins a cast including Kaley Cuoco and Zosia Mamet.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:17AM

College Admissions Scandal Musical Ranked Now Accepting Submissions by Dan Meyer

The casting call seeks performers ages 18–early 20s.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:56AM
Thursday, February 20, 2020

Read Reviews for the West Side Story Revival on Broadway by Dan Meyer

Ivo van Hove’s re-imagining of the beloved musical stars Shireen Pimentel and Isaac Powell.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:03PM

What Do Critics Think of Mack and Mabel at New York City Center? by Dan Meyer

The Encores! production stars Douglas Sills and Alexandra Socha.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:20PM

Isaac Powell and Shereen Pimentel on Making a West Side Story ‘For the 21st Century’ by Dan Meyer

The cast dropped by The Today Show ahead of the musical’s February 20 opening night at the Broadway Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:12PM

The Theater Project, South Street Dance, University of New Haven, and More are Hiring by Dan Meyer

Playbill offers an extensive selection of available jobs within the theatre industry, serving as the online source for careers in theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:44AM

Janet McTeer to Star Opposite David Oyelowo in Showtime’s The President is Missing by Dan Meyer

The Tony winner will play the president’s chief of staff in the upcoming series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:14AM

In the Heights, Kate Hamill’s Dracula, More Set for Kansas City Rep by Dan Meyer

The 2020–2021 season also includes the Off-Broadway award winner The Royale.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:00AM

Check Out These Character Portraits From The Prince of Egypt Musical by Dan Meyer

The show is now in previews at the Dominion Theatre in London.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:47AM

Immersive Sideways the Experience Begins Off-Broadway February 20 by Dan Meyer

The California wine country dramedy takes over the Theatre at St. Clements.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Cyrano de Bergerac, Starring James McAvoy, in Theatres February 20 by Dan Meyer

The NT Live screening is co-presented by Fathom Events and BY Entertainment.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Back to the Future Musical Zooms Into Manchester Opera House by Dan Meyer

The stage adaptation of the 1985 film stars Olly Dobson and Roger Bart.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Ivo van Hove's Broadway Revival of West Side Story Opens February 20 by Dan Meyer

Shereen Pimentel stars as Maria opposite Isaac Cole Powell as Tony in the revamped production.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Wednesday, February 19, 2020

Looking for Regional Gigs? Rock of Ages, Newsies, Williamstown Theatre Festival, and More Are Casting by Dan Meyer

Find your next Equity job with this selection of upcoming calls for Broadway and shows around the country.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:41PM

CBS Orders Pilot of Annaleigh Ashford-Led Sitcom Plan B by Dan Meyer

The Tony winner is already slated to return to the small screen in American Crime Story: Impeachment.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:24PM

CBS Orders Pilot of Annaleigh Ashford-Led Sitcom B Positive by Dan Meyer

The Tony winner is already slated to return to the small screen in American Crime Story: Impeachment.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:24PM

24 Hour Plays to Launch Podcast With Live Tapings in March by Dan Meyer

Each episode will feature two plays made within 24 hours, from concept to recording to sound editing.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:25PM

Jessie Buckley and Josh O’Connor to Star in National Theatre’s Modern-Day Romeo & Juliet by Dan Meyer

Kristin Scott Thomas, Hamilton Olivier winner Giles Terera, and more join the 2020–2021 season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:39AM

Complete Casting Announced for London's 4000 Miles, Starring Timothée Chalamet and Eileen Atkins by Dan Meyer

Matthew Warchus will direct Amy Herzog’s Pulitzer Prize finalist at the Old Vic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:28AM

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