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Wednesday, September 4, 2019

David Byrne’s American Utopia Meets the Press Ahead of Broadway Bow by Marc J. Franklin

The theatrical concert experience from the Scottish-American musician will embark on a Boston engagement September 11–28 before heading to Broadway October 4.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:33PM

Off-Broadway’s Little Shop of Horrors Meets the Press by Marc J. Franklin

The production, starring Jonathan Groff, Tammy Blanchard, and Christian Borle, begins performances at the Westside Theatre September 17.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:55AM
Tuesday, September 3, 2019

Cast and Creative Team of Tina: The Tina Turner Musical Meet the Press by Marc J. Franklin

The upcoming bio-musical about the rock legend, starring Tony and Olivier nominee Adrienne Warren, begins performances at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre October 12.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:55PM

First Look at Chiaroscuro at Bush Theatre by Marc J. Franklin

The production of Jackie Kay’s play is scheduled to open in London September 6

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:39PM

Inside Playbill Travel’s Broadway in Bordeaux With Michael Feinstein by Marc J. Franklin

Playbill’s star-studded journey through Bordeaux, France, set sail September 1.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:03PM

Go Inside Rehearsal for Thoughts of a Colored Man With Pose’s Ryan Jamaal Swain by Marc J. Franklin

Syracuse Stage and Baltimore Center Stage’s co-production of Keenan Scott II’s play begins performances September 4.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00PM
Saturday, August 31, 2019

Check Out the Latest Crop of Marquees for the 2019-2020 Season by Marc J. Franklin

See the newest show art decorating the Great White Way.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:00AM

Look Back at the Original Broadway Production of Stephen Sondheim’s Company by Marc J. Franklin

With the announcement of the Marianne Elliot-helmed revival heading to Broadway, look back on the beloved musical’s 1970 premiere.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:00AM
Thursday, August 29, 2019

Go Inside Rehearsal for the National Tour of Mean Girls by Marc J. Franklin

The touring production of the Tony-nominated musical is set to launch in Buffalo, New York, September 21.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:22PM
Wednesday, August 28, 2019

How Did the Stars of Hercules, Tootsie, and More Spend Their Summers? by Marc J. Franklin

Noah Galvin, Lilli Cooper, Jelani Alladin, and Stephanie Styles show us how Broadway enjoys the beautiful weather in New York City.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:08PM

See Kara Lindsay, Ilana Levine, and More in Changemakers: A Celebration of Women and StateraArts Concert at Green Room 42 by Marc J. Franklin

Members of the theatre community joined television and film vets to support the ongoing fundraiser for StateraArts August 22.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:30AM
Tuesday, August 27, 2019

See The Great Society Celebrate Lyndon B. Johnson’s Birthday with the NAACP, FairVote, Motivote, and NYC Votes by Marc J. Franklin

To honor the 36th president’s birthday August 27, the upcoming Broadway production launched the Great Society Primary, its initiative to register audience members to vote.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:06PM

See Claybourne Elder, Bryce Pinkham, and More at Broadway Daddies at Feinstein’s/54 Below by Marc J. Franklin

The benefit concert supporting the About Face Youth Theatre was hosted by Elder and Eric Rosen at the popular Broadway supper club August 26.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:29AM

First Look at High School Musical: The Musical: The Series on Disney+ by Marc J. Franklin

The series premieres November 12 on the new Disney streaming service.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:17AM
Monday, August 26, 2019

First Look at Megan Hilty and Jessie Mueller as Patsy Cline and Loretta Lynn by Marc J. Franklin

The Lifetime television movie Patsy & Loretta, following the friendship of country singers, premieres October 19.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:06PM

See Kara Lindsey, Ilana Levine, and More in Changemakers: A Celebration of Women and StateraArts Concert at Green Room 42 by Marc J. Franklin

Members of the theatre community joined television and film vets to support the ongoing fundraiser for StateraArt August 22.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:10PM
Friday, August 23, 2019

Look Back at the Original Broadway Production of Caroline, or Change by Marc J. Franklin

With the announcement of the London production’s transfer to Broadway, look back at the beloved musical’s 2004 Broadway premiere.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:35PM

See Oklahoma! Celebrate Its Cast Recording at Barnes & Noble by Marc J. Franklin

The cast of the Tony Award-winning revival performed songs from the show August 22.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:17AM
Thursday, August 22, 2019

A First Look at Appropriate at the Donmar Warehouse by Marc J. Franklin

The London production of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ play opens August 22.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:35AM
Wednesday, August 21, 2019

See Tom Kitt, Jenn Colella, and More Celebrate the Broadway Screening of Brittany Runs a Marathon by Marc J. Franklin

The film, written and directed by playwright Paul Downs Colaizzo, opens August 23.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:01PM

See Broadway’s The Great Society Meet the Press by Marc J. Franklin

Robert Schenkkan’s sequel to All The Way is scheduled begin performances at the Vivian Beaumont Theater September 6.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:29PM

Go Inside Rehearsal for the U.K. Premiere of Dave Malloy’s Preludes by Marc J. Franklin

The musical, which chronicles the struggles of Russian composer Sergei Rachmaninoff, is set to begin performances in London September 6.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:56PM
Friday, August 16, 2019

Pay a Visit to Manhattan’s Seaport District With Kiss Me, Kate’s Stephanie Styles by Marc J. Franklin

The actress, fresh from her Broadway debut, gives Playbill a glimpse into her summer in the city.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:48AM
Wednesday, August 14, 2019

Explore Roosevelt Island With Hercules’ Jelani Alladin by Marc J. Franklin

The star of the upcoming Disney musical gives Playbill an inside look at how he likes to spend his summer.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:52PM
Tuesday, August 13, 2019

Look Back at Sebastian Stan in Picnic on Broadway by Marc J. Franklin

The stage and screen star celebrates his birthday August 13.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:25AM
Monday, August 12, 2019

See Frozen Celebrate National S’more Day at Dominique Ansel Bakery by Marc J. Franklin

Cast members from the hit Disney musical joined the noted chef August 10.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:43PM
Sunday, August 11, 2019

See Tony Award Winner Shuler Hensley Celebrate Fiddler: A Miracle of Miracles Documentary by Marc J. Franklin

The actor performed from Fiddler on the Roof ahead of the film’s screening at the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival August 7.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02PM

Laura Osnes' Hallmark Movie In the Key of Love Premieres August 11 by Marc J. Franklin

The TV movie, co-starring Crazy Ex-Girlfriend's Scott Michael Foster, is now available on the channel's streaming site.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:00AM
Friday, August 9, 2019

Go Inside Opening Night of Bat Out of Hell Off-Broadway by Marc J. Franklin

The American premiere of the Jim Steinman’s musical opened at New York City Center August 8.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:53PM
Thursday, August 8, 2019

Inside Opening Night of Sea Wall/A Life on Broadway with Jake Gyllenhaal and Tom Sturridge by Marc J. Franklin

The evening of back-to-back monologue plays celebrated its Broadway opening at the Hudson Theatre August 8.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:45PM

A Look at Bat Out of Hell Off-Broadway by Marc J. Franklin

The American premiere of the Jim Steinman’s musical opens August 8 at New York City Center.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:05PM

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