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Friday, April 29, 2022

Ma-Yi Theater Company to Present Daniel K. Isaac World Premiere, Ralph B. Peña's Vancouver, More by Leah Putnam

The newly announced programming comes in the wake of the theatre company's return to in-person events with The Chinese Lady at The Public.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:42PM

Check Out New Single 'Minneapolis' from The Minutes' Noah Reid by Leah Putnam

The song is the third single released from the Schitt's Creek star's upcoming album, Adjustments.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:03AM
Thursday, April 28, 2022

Industry Reading of Broken Ground to Star Ali Ewoldt, Diana Huey, and Kennedy Kanagawa by Leah Putnam

The new musical features a book and lyrics by Christine Toy Johnson with music and lyrics by Jason Ma.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:42PM

Justine Gelfman's American Girl-Themed In Sisters We Trust to Receive Industry Reading at Open Jar Studios by Leah Putnam

Leading the cast will be Lauren Patten, Kristine Nielsen, Catherine Cohen, and Gabby Beans.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:48PM

Patricia Allison, Brían F. O'Byrne, June Watson Join Cast for West End Premiere of Lucas Hnath's A Doll's House, Part 2 by Leah Putnam

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Olivier winner Noma Dumezweni will star as Nora.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:06AM

West End Revival of Jerusalem with Mark Rylance and Mackenzie Crook Opens April 28 by Leah Putnam

The two reprise their roles in the Jez Butterworth play about wanted man Johnny "Rooster" Byron.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM

Sam Gold-Directed Macbeth Starring Daniel Craig and Ruth Negga Opens On Broadway April 28 by Leah Putnam

The Shakespeare tragedy filled with ambition and betrayal stars Amber Gray, Maria Dizzia, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM
Wednesday, April 27, 2022

Broadway Veterans Samantha Williams, Paul Alexander Nolan, More to Star in Goodman Theatre's Life After by Leah Putnam

The Britta Johnson musical makes its Chicago premiere this summer.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:24PM

Spot the Difference: Amber Gray Talks Morality and Playing Macbeth’s Banquo by Leah Putnam

The actor takes on the Shakespeare classic after originating Hadestown’s Persephone.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:48PM

Anika Larsen and Jose Llana to Co-Host Prospect Theater Company's Spring 2022 Gala by Leah Putnam

The theatre company has announced four recipients for its first annual Muse Awards.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:36PM

See Who's Performing in Clubbed Thumb's 25th Summerworks Festival by Leah Putnam

Trish Harnetiaux, Gab Reisman, and Angela Hanks will present three new plays.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:54PM

Gary Trainor and Comedian Charlie Baker to Lead Satirical Tony [The Tony Blair Rock Opera] World Premiere at London's Park Theatre by Leah Putnam

The cast has been announced for the new work about Labour leader Tony Blair from Harry Hill and Steve Brown.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24PM

Olivier-Winning Constellations West End Revival Sets Streaming Revival by Leah Putnam

Four different casts are featured in Michael Longhurst's production.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM

Reading of Murder in Studio One, Starring Today Show's Hoda Kotb, Savannah Guthrie, Al Roker, Presented April 27 by Leah Putnam

Audible Theater is donating proceeds to the Boys and Girls Clubs of America.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24AM
Tuesday, April 26, 2022

Danai Gurira, Norm Lewis, and Kimber Elayne Sprawl Join Public Theater Gala Lineup by Leah Putnam

Gala on the Green also features the previously announced Renée Elise Goldsberry, Oscar Isaac, and Lin-Manuel Miranda.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:48PM

Nikki Renée Daniels, Matt Doyle, Melissa Errico to Celebrate Sondheim in New York Pops' 2022-2023 Season by Leah Putnam

Adrienne Warren, Ingrid Michaelson, and Marilyn Maye will also be part of the upcoming season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:42PM

John Douglas Thompson to Be Honored at 39th Elliot Norton Awards; Nominations Announced by Leah Putnam

Winners will be announced in May during a virtual ceremony.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:04AM

5 Shakespeare Stage Directions to Steer Your Modern Life by Leah Putnam

Celebrate the Bard with some (out-of-context) stage directions applied to contemporary situations.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:06AM

Daniel Fish's Oklahoma! Begins Previews for U.K. Premiere on the West End April 26 by Leah Putnam

Broadway's James Davis and Patrick Vaill transfer with the Tony-winning production's transfer to the West End's Young Vic Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:54AM

Chelsea Marcantel's The Upstairs Department Begins World Premiere at Virginia's Signature Theatre April 26 by Leah Putnam

The Tony-winning regional theatre presents the play about a young man who survives a serious illness to find he may now have supernatural powers.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:12AM

59E59 Begins Inaugural VOLT Festival With The Lucky Star Previews April 26 by Leah Putnam

The Off-Broadway theatre has shared behind-the-scenes footage of the festival's upcoming productions of three plays by Karen Hartman.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:12AM
Monday, April 25, 2022

Ali Stroker and Daniel J. Watts Cast in Richard III This Summer at the Delacorte Theater by Leah Putnam

See who else will join Danai Gurira, starring as Richard III, in the Shakespeare in the Park production.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:16PM

The Vagrant Trilogy Delays Opening Night at The Public by Leah Putnam

A COVID case within the company was detected, interrupting the pandemic-delayed run.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:04PM

Wayne Brady, Jake Shears, Kelly Marie Tran to Star in Kinky Boots at Hollywood Bowl by Leah Putnam

The three are the first to be announced for the upcoming production.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:24PM

Red Bull Theater Will Stream Erica Schmidt's All-Female Mac Beth by Leah Putnam

The lauded 2019 production will be available on demand May 16–29.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:24PM

Ali Stoker and Daniel J. Watts Cast in Richard III This Summer at the Delacorte Theater by Leah Putnam

See who else will join Danai Gurira, starring as Richard III, in the Shakespeare in the Park production.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:24PM

Marla Mindelle, Constantine Rousouli, Frankie Grande, More to Star in Titanique Off-Broadway by Leah Putnam

See who's bringing the musical parody featuring hits from Céline Dion to the stage.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:06PM

Wedding Band COVID Cases Lead TFANA to Cancel 1st 4 Performances by Leah Putnam

Previews for the Alice Childress play were scheduled to begin April 23.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:06PM

Harvey Fierstein Talks Taking Matthew Broderick to His First Gay Bar and More on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen by Leah Putnam

The Funny Girl writer and Plaza Suite star shared stories and revealed Broadway opinions on Cohen's late night show.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:42AM

André De Shields Tells Stories in Hell-Bent: The Moth On Broadway April 25 by Leah Putnam

Nonprofit storytelling organization The Moth makes its Broadway debut with a 25th anniversary show.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:33AM
Saturday, April 23, 2022

TFANA's Wedding Band by Alice Childress Begins Previews April 23 by Leah Putnam

The production of the rarely-performed play stars Brittany Bradford, Rosalyn Coleman, and Veanne Cox.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM

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2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 01, 2025: Glengarry Glen Ross
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
TBA: Titanic
TBA: Ragtime