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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

La Cage aux Folles, Next to Normal Join Upcoming Barrington Stage Company Season by Logan Culwell-Block

Artistic Director Alan Paul will direct the Pulitzer-winning Next to Normal in a season marking the Massachusetts company's 30th anniversary.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:48AM

Photos: Bebe Neuwirth Presents the 2023 Fred Ebb Award by Logan Culwell-Block

Freya Catrin Smith and Jack Williams were honored at the November 27 ceremony at the American Airlines Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:36AM

Emilie Kouatchou Leads The Sound of Music at Ogunquit Playhouse Beginning November 29 by Logan Culwell-Block

Anthony C. Daniel is directing and choreographing the Rodgers and Hammerstein musical at the Maine theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32AM
Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Broadway Grosses Analysis: Box Office Soars Nearly 30% Over Thanksgiving Weekend by Logan Culwell-Block

Five shows joined The $2 Million Club last week, including newcomers Merrily We Roll Along and Sweeney Todd.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:32PM

Photos and Video: White Christmas at Bucks County Playhouse by Logan Culwell-Block

Ashley Blanchet, Jeremiah James, Jarran Muse, and Kaitlyn Frank lead the holiday classic at the Pennsylvania theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:18PM

Making-Of Documentary, Soundtrack Dated for The Color Purple Movie Musical by Logan Culwell-Block

The film's co-producer, Oprah Winfrey, will host the documentary special for HBO Max.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:42PM

Samuel Adewunmi to Star in West End Transfer of Sam Holcroft's A Mirror by Logan Culwell-Block

Jonny Lee Miller, Tanya Reynolds, and Geoffrey Streatfeild will reprise their performances from the Almeida Theatre production.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM
Sunday, November 26, 2023

United Nations: The Other West Opens Off-Broadway November 26 by Logan Culwell-Block

Thirdwing and Out of the Box Theatrics are partnering on the production at the former New Ohio Theatre space.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM
Saturday, November 25, 2023

Avett Brothers Musical Swept Away Starts at Arena Stage November 25 by Logan Culwell-Block

The new musical is playing the D.C. theatre through December 30.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:12AM
Thursday, November 23, 2023
Wednesday, November 22, 2023

Watch: Ariana DeBose Sings 'This Wish' From New Disney Animated Film on Good Morning America by Logan Culwell-Block

The Oscar-winning stage favorite voices Asha in the new release, now in movie theatres.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18PM

Joe Posa Will Be Joan Rivers at The Green Room 42 by Logan Culwell-Block

The acclaimed impersonator—reportedly Rivers' favorite—will celebrate the late comedian's 90th birthday November 25.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

Upcoming London Spirited Away Extends Run by Logan Culwell-Block

The John Caird-helmed production based on the Studio Ghibli film is coming to the London Coliseum in 2024.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:48AM

Reviews: What Do Critics Think of Roald Dahl's The Witches Stage Musical in London? by Logan Culwell-Block

The new musical, featuring a score by The Great Comet's Dave Malloy, opened at The National Theatre November 21.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:48AM

Christopher Eccleston Is Ebenezer Scrooge in The Old Vic's A Christmas Carol, Opening November 22 by Logan Culwell-Block

The Jack Thorne-penned adaptation of the Dickens classic, which played Broadway in 2019, has become an annual tradition at the London theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18AM
Tuesday, November 21, 2023

The STAGE Act: How It Could Save Non-Profit Theatres, and How You Can Help by Logan Culwell-Block

We talk to the crusaders working at the front lines to win much needed federal funding for our struggling stages.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:18PM

Alicia Keys to Play 1-Night-Only Benefit Concert at The Public Theater by Logan Culwell-Block

The Off-Broadway company is currently hosting the world premiere of Keys' autobiographical jukebox musical Hell's Kitchen.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:54PM

Broadway Grosses Analysis: Box Office Holds Steady Heading Into Holiday Season by Logan Culwell-Block

The Lion King and Merrily We Roll Along continue to dominate the boards.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:48PM

Manhattan Theatre Club Names Nicki Hunter Associate Artistic Director by Logan Culwell-Block

The promotion is the latest in Hunter's 14-year career with the company, which began in 2009 when she was an intern.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:48PM

Julia Lester, Jessica Vosk, Adam Chanler-Berat, More Set for Rhinebeck Writers Retreat Gala by Logan Culwell-Block

The evening will feature selections from eight new musicals developed at the retreat.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:42AM

Reviews: Critics Weigh in on The Gardens of Anuncia Off-Broadway by Logan Culwell-Block

Lincoln Center Theater is presenting the new Michael John LaChiusa musical, directed and choreographed by Graciela Daniele.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:06AM

United Nations: The Other West Begins Off-Broadway November 21 by Logan Culwell-Block

Thirdwing and Out of the Box Theatrics are partnering on the production at the former New Ohio Theatre space.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32AM
Monday, November 20, 2023

Photos and Video: Roberto Araujo Returns to The Green Room 42 With I Just Wanted You to Know by Logan Culwell-Block

The Mexican performer sang songs by Stephen Sondheim, David Yazbek, Steven Lutvak, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:42PM

Christmas Eve in Dikanka to Hold NYC Industry Readings by Logan Culwell-Block

Based on the story by Ukrainian novelist Nikolai Gogol, the new musical features a book, music, and lyrics by Kit Goldstein Grant.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:32PM

Alex Wyse Will Perform His Solo Musical Picking Up Speed in NYC by Logan Culwell-Block

The Good Night, Oscar star is bringing his work to the Royal Family Performing Arts Space for a limited engagement.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:54PM

1st Look: Beauty and the Beast at Walnut Street Theatre by Logan Culwell-Block

Julia Udine and Daniel Wisniewski lead the cast of the Disney favorite at the Philadelphia theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:18PM

Photos: See the Cast of Broadway for Arts Education's The Normal Heart Reading by Logan Culwell-Block

The reading will commemorate World AIDS Day and benefit the LGBT Community Center.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:42PM

Susan Stroman to Receive Louis Auchincloss Prize From Museum of the City of New York by Logan Culwell-Block

Vanessa Williams, Robyn Hurder, Karen Ziemba, and more will be on hand to perform at the awards ceremony.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:32AM

Reviews: Read What Critics Are Saying About Alicia Keys Musical Hell's Kitchen by Logan Culwell-Block

Shoshana Bean and Maleah Joi Moon co-star in the world premiere based on the 15-time Grammy winner's own life.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:36AM

The Gardens of Anuncia Opens Off-Broadway at Lincoln Center Theater November 20 by Logan Culwell-Block

Written by Michael John LaChiusa, the new musical is the final production of director-choreographer Graciela Daniele's illustrious career.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18AM

Karen Akers Brings Water Under the Bridge Back to Birdland November 20 by Logan Culwell-Block

The Nine original cast member has previously offered two sold-out performances of the concert at the NYC cabaret venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18AM

All that Chat

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