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Monday, October 30, 2017

Singer-Songwriter Jason Mraz Meets the Press Ahead of Stint in Broadway’s Waitress by Marc J. Franklin

The Grammy winner, who appeared on composer Sara Bareilles’ concept album for the musical, will step into the role of Dr. Pomatter beginning November 3.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:42PM

Check Out the Opening Night of Grateful Dead Musical Red Roses, Green Gold by Marc J. Franklin

The production, which features music of the Grateful Dead, opened Off-Broadway October 29.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:53AM
Friday, October 27, 2017

Take a Look at Matthew Bourne’s The Red Shoes at New York City Center by Marc J. Franklin

The production, which made its New York premiere after sold-out runs in the U.K., began performances October 26.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:42PM
Wednesday, October 25, 2017

Take a Sneak Peek at Once on This Island With Lea Salonga, Hailey Kilgore, and Alex Newell by Marc J. Franklin

The Broadway revival, starring Hailey Kilgore as Ti Moune, is set to begin previews November 7 at the Circle in the Square.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:31PM
Tuesday, October 24, 2017

See Alice Ripley, Lena Hall, and More Sing at the 10th Annual Living for Today Benefit Concert by Marc J. Franklin

The concert, held at Joe’s Pub October 23, was a fundraiser for Gilana’s Fund, which raises money for educational programming promoting acceptance.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:58PM

Go Inside the Abingdon Theatre Company’s 25th Anniversary Gala Honoring Bebe Neuwirth by Marc J. Franklin

The gala, held October 23 at the Edison Ballroom, included a performance of Kander and Ebb’s revue And the World Goes ‘Round.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM
Monday, October 23, 2017

Take a First Look at Dr. Suess’s the Lorax at the Old Vic Theatre by Marc J. Franklin

The production, starring David Ricardo-Pearce and Simon Paisley Day, is set to open October 24 in London.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:24AM
Friday, October 20, 2017

See Arnold Schwarzenegger, Kamala Harris, and More at the Opening Night of Time Alone, Starring Tonya Pinkins by Marc J. Franklin

The world premiere by Alessandro Camon, directed by Bart DeLorenzo, is the inaugural production of Los Angeles’ Belle Rêve Theatre Company.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:51PM

Go Inside the Opening Night of Lisa Lampanelli’s Stuffed by Marc J. Franklin

The production opened Off-Broadway October 19 at the Westside Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:40AM
Thursday, October 19, 2017

Glenn Close, Norm Lewis, and More Celebrate the National Dance Institute October 16 by Marc J. Franklin

The Broadway stars performed alongside children from across New York City at the institute’s Fall benefit.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:39PM
Wednesday, October 18, 2017

Check Out the Opening Night of Squeamish, Starring Alison Fraser by Marc J. Franklin

Aaron Mark’s psychological horror play opened Off-Broadway October 16 at the Beckett Theatre at Theatre Row.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:31PM
Tuesday, October 17, 2017

See the Cast and Creative Team of 20th Century Blues Meet the Press by Marc J. Franklin

Emily Mann is set to direct the New York premiere, which will begin its ten-week limited run in November.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:51PM

Go Inside Rehearsal for And the World Goes ‘Round Gala Performance by Marc J. Franklin

The Abingdon Theatre Company’s 25th anniversary gala, which includes a performance of the Kander and Ebb revue, will honor Bebe Neuwirth.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:32AM
Monday, October 16, 2017

First Look at After the Blast, Starring Cristin Milioti and William Jackson Harper by Marc J. Franklin

Lincoln Center Theater's world premiere by Zoe Kazan, directed by Lila Neugebauer, began performances October 7.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:18AM
Friday, October 13, 2017

Go Inside Rehearsals for Bedlam Theatre Company’s Peter Pan by Marc J. Franklin

The production is set to launch the theatre company’s new season November 11.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:54PM

First Look at Oedipus El Rey at the Public Theater by Marc J. Franklin

The new drama, a co-production with The Sol Project, is set to open October 24.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:58PM
Thursday, October 12, 2017

See Elevator Repair Service’s Measure for Measure Open Off-Broadway by Marc J. Franklin

The acclaimed experimental theatre company opened it’s newest show, a unique spin on the Bard’s comedy, October 10 at the Public Theater.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:59AM
Wednesday, October 11, 2017

Go Inside Rehearsals for Uncommon Sense at the Sheen Center by Marc J. Franklin

The Tectonic Theater Project’s production, directed by Andy Paris, is set to make its New York premiere October 25.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:05PM
Tuesday, October 10, 2017

Cast and Creative Team of School Girls; Or, the African Mean Girls Play Meet the Press by Marc J. Franklin

The world premiere from Jocelyn Bioh, directed by Tony Award winner Rebecca Taichman, is set to begin performances Off-Broadway November 2.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:36PM
Thursday, October 5, 2017

First Look at the West End Production of Heisenberg: The Uncertainty Principle by Marc J. Franklin

The play, directed by Tony and Olivier Award winner Marianne Elliott, is set to open October 9 at the Wyndham’s Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:07AM
Wednesday, October 4, 2017

Took a Look at Deaf West’s Production of Our Town at the Pasadena Playhouse by Marc J. Franklin

The production, starring Emmy nominee Jane Kaczmarek, opened October 1 in California.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:05AM
Tuesday, October 3, 2017

Get a Sneak Peek of Red Roses, Green Gold at the Minetta Lane Theatre by Marc J. Franklin

The production, which features music of the Grateful Dead, is set to begin performances October 11.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:37PM
Monday, October 2, 2017

Take a Sneak Peek at the Waitress National Tour by Marc J. Franklin

The tour, starring Desi Oakley as Jenna, is set to begin performances October 17 in Cleveland Ohio.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:54PM
Friday, September 29, 2017

Jimmy Buffett and Company of Escape to Margaritaville Meet the Press by Marc J. Franklin

The new musical is set to begin its pre-Broadway tour in New Orleans October 20.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:14PM
Monday, September 25, 2017

Go Inside the Rehearsal Room of the Lady From the Sea at the Donmar Warehouse by Marc J. Franklin

The production of Ibsen’s classic play is set to begin performances October 12 in London.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:55AM
Friday, September 22, 2017

Go Inside Waitress Cast Album Karaoke with Sara Bareilles by Marc J. Franklin

The show’s Grammy and Tony-nominated composer-lyricist welcomed audience members to perform songs from the musical, accompanied by musical director Nadia DiGiallonardo

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:53AM
Thursday, September 21, 2017

First Look at On Site Opera Company’s World Premiere of Rhoda and the Fossil Hunt by Marc J. Franklin

The new musical, written by John Musto and Eric Einhorn, is set to begin performances September 23 at the American Museum of Natural History.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:23PM
Wednesday, September 20, 2017

Get a Sneak Peek at The Color Purple National Tour by Marc J. Franklin

The tour, starring Adrianna Hicks as Celie, is set to begin performances October 7 in Schenectady, New York.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:35PM
Tuesday, September 19, 2017

Get a Sneak Peek at the Dirty Dancing National Tour by Marc J. Franklin

The tour, starring Aaron Patrick Craven and Kaleigh Courts, is set to begin performances October 5 in Folsom, California.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:06PM

Take a Sneak Peek at the Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder National Tour by Marc J. Franklin

The tour, starring James Taylor Odom and Blake Price, is set to begin performances in Elmira, New York, September 27.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:59PM

See Sara Bareilles, Telly Leung, and More Celebrate the Opening of Charm Off-Broadway by Marc J. Franklin

Philip Dawkins’ play, inspired by the real-life story of black transgender activist Miss Gloria Allen, opened September 18 at the Lucille Lortel Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:54PM

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
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