All stories by Marc J. Franklin on BroadwayStars

Wednesday, February 24, 2021

Broadway Checklist: How Many of These Shows at the Vivian Beaumont Theater Have You Seen? by Marc J. Franklin

Look back at the 10 most recent productions to play over 100 performances at the venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Tuesday, February 23, 2021

Black History on Broadway: Celebrating the Legacy of Shuffle Along by Marc J. Franklin

The groundbreaking musical revue was the first all-Black musical hit on Broadway and helped to usher in the Harlem Renaissance.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:32PM

57 TV Shows Broadway Stars Are Currently Binge-Watching by Marc J. Franklin

From Insecure to The Mandalorian, take a look at what Broadway has been watching during the shutdown.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:00AM

Revisit Sunday in the Park With George Starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Annaleigh Ashford by Marc J. Franklin

The revival of the Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine musical opened at the Hudson Theatre February 23, 2017.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Monday, February 22, 2021

How Cody Renard Richard Became One of Broadway’s Brightest Stars From Backstage by Marc J. Franklin

In the same year theatres shutdown, his profile skyrocketed. After nearly a decade on Broadway, the stage manager is not just working in theatre—he’s shaping it for the better.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:04AM
Saturday, February 20, 2021

Revisit Kelli O'Hara, Steven Pasquale, and More in The Bridges of Madison County by Marc J. Franklin

The musical, featuring music and lyrics by Jason Robert Brown and a book by Marsha Norman, opened at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre February 20, 2014.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Wednesday, February 17, 2021

Broadway Checklist: How Many of These Shows at Studio 54 Have You Seen? by Marc J. Franklin

Look back at the 10 most recent productions to play over 100 performances at the venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:30AM
Tuesday, February 16, 2021

Black History on Broadway: Celebrating the 1976 Revival of Guys and Dolls by Marc J. Franklin

The Tony-nominated production, directed by Billy Wilson, featured an all-Black cast with Motown-style musical arrangements.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM
Sunday, February 14, 2021

Check Out These 10 Swoon-Worthy Moments on Broadway for Valentine’s Day by Marc J. Franklin

Make your heart melt with Hadestown, The Bridges of Madison County, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:00AM
Thursday, February 11, 2021

From Moulin Rouge! to My Fair Lady, Catherine Zuber Unpacks Her Favorite Broadway Costume Designs by Marc J. Franklin

The Tony Award–winning costume designer gives Playbill an inside glimpse at her creative process.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:14PM
Wednesday, February 10, 2021

Broadway Checklist: How Many of These Shows at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre Have You Seen? by Marc J. Franklin

Look back at the 10 most recent productions to play the historic venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Monday, February 8, 2021

Can You Finish These Missing Lyrics to In the Heights? by Marc J. Franklin

The Lin-Manuel Miranda and Quiara Alegría Hudes musical made its Off-Broadway premiere at 37 Arts February 8, 2007.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:17AM
Friday, February 5, 2021

Celebrate Alex Brightman With a Look Back at Beetlejuice by Marc J. Franklin

The two-time Tony Award nominee celebrates his birthday February 5.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Thursday, February 4, 2021

11 Stars Who Got Their Start on Broadway by Marc J. Franklin

Check out the Broadway debuts that gave these television, film, and music stars their launching pad.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Wednesday, February 3, 2021

Broadway Checklist: How Many of These Shows at the St. James Theatre Have You Seen? by Marc J. Franklin

Look back at the 10 most recent productions to play over 100 performances at the venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Tuesday, February 2, 2021

Black History on Broadway: Celebrating Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun by Marc J. Franklin

The seminal drama, acclaimed for its honest portrayal of the Black experience in America, was the first play by an African-American woman to be produced on Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Check Out These Stunning Comic-Inspired Theatre Illustrations of Wicked, Hadestown, and More by Marc J. Franklin

Illustrator, writer, and comic artist Arielle Jovellanos shares her showstopping artwork, re-imagining Broadway from stage to page.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Friday, January 29, 2021

Honoring Cicely Tyson With a Look Back at Her Stage Highlights by Marc J. Franklin

The Tony-winning star, known for her distinguished stage and film career, died January 28.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:39AM
Thursday, January 28, 2021

Can You Finish the Missing Lyrics to Rent? by Marc J. Franklin

As Jonathan Larson’s seminal musical turns 25, revisit its Tony-winning score.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Wednesday, January 27, 2021

9 Broadway Stars Who Made Their Debut as Swings by Marc J. Franklin

In honor of the theatre's unsung heroes, take a look back at some of the performers who got their start as swings.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Broadway Checklist: How Many of These Shows at the Sam S. Shubert Theatre Have You Seen? by Marc J. Franklin

Look back at the 10 most recent productions to play over 100 performances at the venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Tuesday, January 26, 2021

How The Lightning Thief’s Chris McCarrell Channels His Creativity Into Stunning Portraits by Marc J. Franklin

The actor gives Playbill an inside look at his creative hobby and how he hopes to blend photography with his theatre career.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Wednesday, January 20, 2021

Broadway Checklist: How Many of These Shows at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre Have You Seen? by Marc J. Franklin

Look back at the 10 most recent productions to play the venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Tuesday, January 19, 2021

5 Photographers Share Their Advice for Creating the Perfect Headshot by Marc J. Franklin

Whether you are an actor looking to update your materials or a photographer seeking to grow in your craft, check out these inside tips from five headshot experts.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:02PM

Celebrate Dolly Parton With a Look Back at 9 to 5 on Broadway by Marc J. Franklin

The country music legend, who was nominated for a Tony Award for her score for the show, celebrates her birthday January 19.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:00AM
Wednesday, January 13, 2021

Broadway Checklist: How Many of These Shows at the Richard Rodgers Theatre Have You Seen? by Marc J. Franklin

Look back at the 10 most recent productions to play over 100 performances at the venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Tuesday, January 12, 2021

Revisit The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess Starring Audra McDonald and Norm Lewis by Marc J. Franklin

The production, directed by Diane Paulus, opened at the Richard Rodgers Theatre January 12, 2012.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:11PM
Monday, January 11, 2021

Sorting Through the Shutdown: How Six’s Brittney Mack Is Navigating the Pandemic by Marc J. Franklin

The actor discusses learning of the shutdown just before her opening night, making a life in New York, maintaining her joy, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:25PM
Saturday, January 9, 2021

13 Solo Turns on Broadway Everyone Should Know by Marc J. Franklin

Check out these socially distant performances that took the Main Stem by storm.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Friday, January 8, 2021

Celebrate Cynthia Erivo With a Look Back at Her Broadway Debut in The Color Purple by Marc J. Franklin

The Tony Award winner celebrates her birthday January 8.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Wednesday, January 6, 2021

Broadway Checklist: How Many of These Shows at the Palace Theatre Have You Seen? by Marc J. Franklin

Look back at the 10 most recent productions to play over 100 performances at the venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

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Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
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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
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Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
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