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Wednesday, May 29, 2019

A First Look at Tarell Alvin McCraney in the World Premiere of Ms. Blakk For President by Marc J. Franklin

The new play, co-written by Oscar winner McCraney and Tina Landau, is set to open in Chicago June 3.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:57AM
Tuesday, May 28, 2019

A Look at the New Photos of the North American Tour of Aladdin by Marc J. Franklin

The tour, starring Kaena Kekoa, Clinton Greenspan, and Major Attaway, celebrates two years on the road.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:10PM
Monday, May 27, 2019

Look Back at the 2018-2019 Season in Photos by Marc J. Franklin

Ahead of the 73rd Annual Tony Awards, take a look at the historic firsts, memorable reunions, and magical moments that highlighted the year on Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:00AM
Saturday, May 25, 2019

Look Back at Waiting For Godot/No Man’s Land in Celebration of Ian McKellen by Marc J. Franklin

The international stage and screen star celebrates his 80th birthday May 25.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:00AM
Friday, May 24, 2019

Inside Rehearsals of London Premiere of Afterglow by Marc J. Franklin

The hit play examining the complex dynamics between a gay married couple in an open relationship is set to begin performances at the Southward Playhouse June 5.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:25PM

Go Inside Opening Night of Six at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre by Marc J. Franklin

The American premiere of Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss' hit musical opened May 22.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:33AM
Thursday, May 23, 2019

Step Inside Broadway’s Helen Hayes Theater, Home of What the Constitution Means to Me by Marc J. Franklin

Inside the Theatre, the photo feature series that documents Broadway’s historic playhouses, continues with the Hayes.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:10PM

See the Outer Critics Circle Awards Celebrate King Kong on Broadway by Marc J. Franklin

The mega-musical was presented with the Special Achievement Award for the show’s unprecedented puppetry after the May 22 performance.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:07AM

Go Inside the 10th Annual Lilly Awards by Marc J. Franklin

The ceremony celebrating women of distinction in American theatre was hosted by Jenn Colella and Mia Barron at the Minetta Lane Theatre May 19.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM
Wednesday, May 22, 2019

A First Look at Second Stage Theater’s Dying City by Marc J. Franklin

Mary Elizabeth Winstead and Colin Woodell star in the revival of Christopher Shinn’s 2008 Pulitzer Prize finalist.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:38AM

See Laura Osnes, John Lloyd Young, and More Preview Their Upcoming Shows at Feinstein’s/54 Below by Marc J. Franklin

Take a look at some of the shows hitting the stage at the cabaret venue in the coming months.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM
Tuesday, May 21, 2019

First Look at Something Clean Off-Broadway by Marc J. Franklin

The world premiere, starring Law & Order: Criminal Intent’s Kathryn Erbe, is set to open at Roundabout Underground May 30.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:53PM

An Exclusive Look at The Ensemblist’s Season Standout Recipients by Marc J. Franklin

Performers from Ain’t Too Proud, Beetlejuice, and more were honored for their contributions to the 2018-2019 Broadway season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00PM

A First Look at Chicago Shakespeare Theater’s Six by Marc J. Franklin

The American premiere of the hit musical about the wives of Henry VIII began performances May 14.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:45AM
Monday, May 20, 2019

A First Look at Long Lost at Manhattan Theatre Club by Marc J. Franklin

The New York premiere from Pulitzer Prize winner Donald Margulies began performances Off-Broadway May 14.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:51PM

Go Inside Opening Night of Mac Beth Off-Broadway by Marc J. Franklin

The all-female adaption of the Shakespearean tragedy opened with the Red Bull Theater Company May 19.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:16PM

A Look at the New Cast of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in London by Marc J. Franklin

The new cast of the West End production will step in front of audiences May 22.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:39AM

Go Inside the 2019 Chita Rivera Awards With the Casts of Hadestown, The Prom, and More by Marc J. Franklin

Check out highlights from the May 19 awards ceremony in New York City.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:35AM
Sunday, May 19, 2019

Look Back at the Original Broadway Production of A Raisin in the Sun in Celebration of Lorraine Hansberry by Marc J. Franklin

The playwright, known for her seminal drama about the experiences of a black family in Chicago, was born May 19, 1935.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Friday, May 17, 2019

Go Inside the 2019 Drama League Awards with Hadestown, Beetlejuice, and More by Marc J. Franklin

The 85th annual ceremony took place at the Marriott Marquis May 17.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:42PM
Thursday, May 16, 2019

See The Play That Goes Wrong Celebrate 100 Performances Off-Broadway by Marc J. Franklin

After a hit Broadway run, the comedy re-opened at New World Stages February 20 .

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:54PM

Watch New Footage of Serenbe Playhouse's Vaudeville-Inspired Ragtime by Marc J. Franklin

The musical, staged under a tent reminiscent of those from early 20th-century Atlantic City, began performances May 8 in Georgia.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:00PM

First Look at Million Dollar Quartet at the Argyle Theatre by Marc J. Franklin

The production, which is set to begin performances May 16, launches the Long Island venue’s second season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:35PM
Wednesday, May 15, 2019

A First Look at Invisible Tango at the Geffen Playhouse by Marc J. Franklin

The world-premiere solo show from illusionist Helder Guimarães opens in Los Angeles May 15.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:34PM

Go Inside the Broadway Bets Fundraiser With Steve Martin, Mike Meyers, and More by Marc J. Franklin

The poker tournament, hosted at Sardi’s May 13, raised a record $315,200 for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS benefit.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:48AM

A First Look at Happy Talk, Starring Susan Sarandon, Off-Broadway by Marc J. Franklin

The world premiere of Jesse Eisenberg’s new play will open with The New Group May 16.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM
Tuesday, May 14, 2019

Go Inside New Dramatists’ 2019 Spring Luncheon Honoring Nathan Lane by Marc J. Franklin

The three-time Tony winner, currently starring in Gary: A Sequel to Titus Andronicus, received the Distinguished Achievement Award May 14.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:14PM

Take an Exclusive Look Inside Serenbe Playhouse's Vaudeville-Inspired Ragtime by Marc J. Franklin

The musical, staged under a tent reminiscent of those from early 20th-century Atlantic City, began performances May 8 in Georgia.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:00AM
Saturday, May 11, 2019

See The Prom, Be More Chill, and More Perform at Stars in the Alley by Marc J. Franklin

The free event, hosted by Beetlejuice’s Alex Brightman, celebrated the end of the 2018–2019 Broadway season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:29AM
Thursday, May 9, 2019

A First Look at The Firm in London by Marc J. Franklin

The return engagement of Roy Williams’ drama, directed by Denis Lawson, is set to open at Hampstead Downstairs May 14.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:19PM

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