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Sunday, June 4, 2023

This Land Was Made Opens Off-Broadway June 4 by Margaret Hall

Directed by Taylor Reynolds, the Tori Sampson world premiere plays the Vineyard Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32AM

Friday, June 2, 2023

Watch Stars From & Juliet; New York, New York; Into the Woods; More Join Lin-Manuel Miranda and Hamilton Cast for Ham4Ham by Margaret Hall

The musical's "show before the show" series has been revived in support of this year's Best Musical and Best Revival of a Musical Tony nominees.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:36PM

Prolific Songwriter Cynthia Weil Passes Away at 82 by Margaret Hall

Ms. Weil was depicted by Tony nominee Anika Larsen in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:54PM

The Little Big Things to Receive World Premiere Staging in London by Margaret Hall

Based on the best selling memoir by Henry Fraser, the musical features a score by Nick Butcher.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM

Thursday, June 1, 2023

Video: How Emilio Sosa Designed 5 Shows on Broadway This Season (And Got 2 Tony Nominations) by Margaret Hall

The prolific costume designer walks through his career, from his beginnings on Project Runway to how he didn't know much about Sweeney Todd before he signed on.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:06PM

Caissie Levy to Host Star Studded Arts For Autism Concert June 19 by Margaret Hall

The annual benefit concert combines Broadway and student talent at the Gershwin Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06PM

Death Note The Musical Announces Cast for English Language Premiere by Margaret Hall

The Frank Wildhorn musical is based on the popular Japanese manga series of the same name.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:32AM

Adam Guettel Releases 6 Demos From Days of Wine and Roses as Production Extends at Atlantic Theatre Company by Margaret Hall

The musical, starring Kelli O'Hara and Brian D'Arcy James, began performances May 5.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:32AM

Playbill Goes Fringe Favorite Lizard Boy Begins Performances Off-Broadway June 1 by Margaret Hall

Brandon Ivie directs Justin Huertas' queer coming-of-age musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24AM

Wednesday, May 31, 2023

How to Get Lizard Boy Rush and Student Tickets by Margaret Hall

Brandon Ivie directs Justin Huertas' queer coming-of-age musical, which is offering tickets as cheap as $28 through special programs.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:18PM

Stars From & Juliet, New York, New York, and Into the Woods to Join Lin-Manuel Miranda and Hamilton Cast for June 2 Ham4Ham by Margaret Hall

As always, Playbill will be live on Instagram to broadcast the performance for those who can't attend in person.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:02PM

Rebecca Gilman's Swing State to Receive New York Premiere Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

The production, which will feature the original Chicago cast, will play Audible's Minetta Lane Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:48PM

Tuesday, May 30, 2023

Grey House Opens on Broadway May 30; Reviews Held With Tatiana Maslany Out Sick by Margaret Hall

The new thriller play also stars Laurie Metcalf and Sophia Anne Caruso.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:12PM

18 Show Lineup Announced for Edinburgh Fringe Made In Scotland Showcase by Margaret Hall

Started in 2009, the 'festival within a festival' celebrates shows created by Scottish artists.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:12PM

Multi Tony–Winning Scenic Designer Robin Wagner Passes Away at 89 by Margaret Hall

Mr. Wagner was known for his structural design style, which often incorporated technology into the tableau.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM

West End Revival of The Shape of Things Starring Luke Newton and Amber Anderson Opens May 30 by Margaret Hall

The Neil LaBute play premiered in 2001 with Paul Rudd and Rachel Weisz in the lead roles.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:03AM

Grey House Opens on Broadway May 30 by Margaret Hall

The new thriller play stars Laurie Metcalf, Tatiana Maslaney, and Sophia Anne Caruso.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:03AM

Friday, May 26, 2023

Watch Stars From Parade, Some Like It Hot, Shucked, and More Join Lin-Manuel Miranda and Hamilton Cast for May 26 Ham4Ham by Margaret Hall

The musical's "show before the show" series has been revived in support of this year's Best Musical and Best Revival of a Musical Tony nominees.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:36PM

Daniel Boone Star Ed Ames Passes Away at 95 by Margaret Hall

Mr. Ames was also a part of the brotherly quartet The Ames Brothers, who were immensely successful throughout the 1950s.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:24AM

Thursday, May 25, 2023

In Leopoldstadt, Tony Nominee Brandon Uranowitz Has Stepped Into His ‘Most Authentic Self’ by Margaret Hall

For the first time, one of Broadway's most prolific actors is able to combine his personal history and identity, with his artistry.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:06PM

Mean Girls Stars Erika Henningsen and Kyle Selig Married by Margaret Hall

The pair played Cady Heron and Aaron Samuels in the Broadway production of the musical based on the 2004 film.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:03PM

Stars of Tina Reflect on the Passing of Tina Turner by Margaret Hall

Social media tributes have poured in from all sides for the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM

Lucas Hnath's A Simulacrum Begins Performances Off-Broadway May 25 at Atlantic Theatre Company by Margaret Hall

The new play from the Doll's House Part 2 playwright is a the second collaboration between Hnath and illusionist Steve Cuiffo.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18AM

Wednesday, May 24, 2023

Music Legend Tina Turner Passes Away at 83 by Margaret Hall

Ms. Turner was considered the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll, and was the subject of the Tony nominated bio musical Tina

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:54PM

Stars From Parade, Some Like It Hot, and Shucked to Join Lin-Manuel Miranda and Hamilton Cast for May 26 Ham4Ham by Margaret Hall

The musical's "show before the show" series has been revived in support of this years Best Musical and Best Revival of a Musical Tony nominees.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:54PM

Tony Winner Billy Porter to Be Honored at Lambda Legal 50th Anniversary Gala by Margaret Hall

Porter will be recognized alongside lesbian activist Urvashi Vaid, who passed away in 2022.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM

Chicago World Premiere of New Musical Lucy and Charlie’s Honeymoon Begins Performances May 24 by Margaret Hall

The country-folk musical marks Broadway's Matthew C. Yee's debut as a playwright.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18AM

West End Revival of The Shape of Things Starring Luke Newton and Amber Anderson Begins Performance May 24 by Margaret Hall

The Neil LaBute play premiered in 2001 with Paul Rudd and Rachel Weisz in the lead roles.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18AM

Tuesday, May 23, 2023

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All stories by Margaret Hall on BroadwayStars

This Land Was Made Opens Off-Broadway June 4 by Margaret Hall

Watch Stars From & Juliet; New York, New York; Into the Woods; More Join Lin-Manuel Miranda and Hamilton Cast for Ham4Ham by Margaret Hall

Prolific Songwriter Cynthia Weil Passes Away at 82 by Margaret Hall

The Little Big Things to Receive World Premiere Staging in London by Margaret Hall

Video: How Emilio Sosa Designed 5 Shows on Broadway This Season (And Got 2 Tony Nominations) by Margaret Hall

Caissie Levy to Host Star Studded Arts For Autism Concert June 19 by Margaret Hall

Death Note The Musical Announces Cast for English Language Premiere by Margaret Hall

Adam Guettel Releases 6 Demos From Days of Wine and Roses as Production Extends at Atlantic Theatre Company by Margaret Hall

Playbill Goes Fringe Favorite Lizard Boy Begins Performances Off-Broadway June 1 by Margaret Hall

How to Get Lizard Boy Rush and Student Tickets by Margaret Hall

Stars From & Juliet, New York, New York, and Into the Woods to Join Lin-Manuel Miranda and Hamilton Cast for June 2 Ham4Ham by Margaret Hall

Rebecca Gilman's Swing State to Receive New York Premiere Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

Grey House Opens on Broadway May 30; Reviews Held With Tatiana Maslany Out Sick by Margaret Hall

18 Show Lineup Announced for Edinburgh Fringe Made In Scotland Showcase by Margaret Hall

Multi Tony–Winning Scenic Designer Robin Wagner Passes Away at 89 by Margaret Hall

West End Revival of The Shape of Things Starring Luke Newton and Amber Anderson Opens May 30 by Margaret Hall

Grey House Opens on Broadway May 30 by Margaret Hall

Watch Stars From Parade, Some Like It Hot, Shucked, and More Join Lin-Manuel Miranda and Hamilton Cast for May 26 Ham4Ham by Margaret Hall

Daniel Boone Star Ed Ames Passes Away at 95 by Margaret Hall

In Leopoldstadt, Tony Nominee Brandon Uranowitz Has Stepped Into His ‘Most Authentic Self’ by Margaret Hall

Mean Girls Stars Erika Henningsen and Kyle Selig Married by Margaret Hall

Stars of Tina Reflect on the Passing of Tina Turner by Margaret Hall

Lucas Hnath's A Simulacrum Begins Performances Off-Broadway May 25 at Atlantic Theatre Company by Margaret Hall

Music Legend Tina Turner Passes Away at 83 by Margaret Hall

Stars From Parade, Some Like It Hot, and Shucked to Join Lin-Manuel Miranda and Hamilton Cast for May 26 Ham4Ham by Margaret Hall

Tony Winner Billy Porter to Be Honored at Lambda Legal 50th Anniversary Gala by Margaret Hall

Chicago World Premiere of New Musical Lucy and Charlie’s Honeymoon Begins Performances May 24 by Margaret Hall

West End Revival of The Shape of Things Starring Luke Newton and Amber Anderson Begins Performance May 24 by Margaret Hall

Geffen Playhouse Announces Cast and Creative Team for the World Premiere of The Ants by Margaret Hall

Sam Morrison's Sugar Daddy to Return Off-Broadway in June by Margaret Hall

Watch Tony Nominee Alex Newell Perform Shucked's 'Independently Owned' on The Voice by Margaret Hall