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Tuesday, April 18, 2023

Black Theatre Coalition Partners With AMC Networks, Announces Production and Casting Fellowship by Margaret Hall

The fellowship is designed to support Black creatives interested in film and television.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:42PM

Pittsburgh Public Theater Reveals Full 2023-2024 Season, Including Billy Strayhorn: Something to Live World Premiere by Margaret Hall

Directed by Kent Gash and featuring music direction by Matthew Whitaker, Something To Live For explores the life of the legendary jazz songwriter.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:54AM
Monday, April 17, 2023

Noble Sissle, Jr. to Host Celebration of Shuffle Along at 54 Below by Margaret Hall

Noble Sissle, Jr. is the son of Noble Sissle, the lyricist of the groundbreaking 1921 musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:06PM

Musical Adaptation of Rumplestiltskin, Golden, Will Get Industry Presentation by Margaret Hall

Golden features music and lyrics by John Hodges and Geordy Wells, and a book by Francesca Peppiatt with Whit Cook.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:02PM

2023 Atlantic Theater Gala Held April 17 by Margaret Hall

This year's gala honors Roger Kass for his 35 years of service on the Atlantic Theater Company Board of Directors.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

Playbill Songwriter Series: Michelle J. Rodriguez Performs From Her Musical Presencia by Margaret Hall

Rodriguez was joined by the musician Idris for the series, which is presented by Audible Theater.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:06AM
Friday, April 14, 2023

Listen to 'Somebody Will' From Broadway's Shucked by Margaret Hall

The maize-themed comedy will release its original Broadway cast album digitally May 5.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:54AM

Moisés Kaufman's Here There Are Blueberries Announces Cast and Creative Team for D.C. Premiere by Margaret Hall

The play explores the human realities of Nazism and the Holocaust from an unexpected vantage point.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:18AM
Thursday, April 13, 2023

RuPaul's Drag Race UK Winner Lawrence Chaney to Star on Edinburgh Fringe by Margaret Hall

The drag queen's new show, Overweight and OVER IT!, will play the Ian McKellen Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:54PM

New Samuel D. Hunter Play, Directed by Joe Mantello and Starring Laurie Metcalf, to Premiere at Steppenwolf by Margaret Hall

The yet-to-be-titled play will be one of six productions presented by the Chicago stalwart in their upcoming season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:18PM

Watch: See Highlights From the Broadway Revival of Camelot by Margaret Hall

Andrew Burnap, Phillipa Soo, and Jordan Donica lead the Lincoln Center Theater production.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:48PM

Patrick Page-Led King Lear To Stream Worldwide by Margaret Hall

The Shakespeare Theatre Company production will be available to stream for a three day period.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:32AM
Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Broadway Shark Tank Announces Inaugural Pitch Class by Margaret Hall

The program allows writers to present their original work to industry experts and potential backers.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:36PM

Jon M. Chu to Direct New Film Adaptation of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat by Margaret Hall

Chu has become a popular director of movie musicals in recent years, including In The Heights and the upcoming Wicked films.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24PM
Tuesday, April 11, 2023

Neil Patrick Harris Begins Limited Run in Peter Pan Goes Wrong April 11 by Margaret Hall

The follow-up to The Play That Goes Wrong is currently in previews at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM
Monday, April 10, 2023

Reviews: What Are Critics Saying About Michael R. Jackson's White Girl in Danger by Margaret Hall

The co-production between Vineyard and Second Stage is directed by Lileana Blain-Cruz with choreography by Raja Feather Kelly.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:06PM

Hear a Sneak Peek of 'Let's Party' From Michael R. Jackson's White Girl In Danger by Margaret Hall

The Off-Broadway premiere is directed by Lileana Blain-Cruz, with choreography by Raja Feather Kelly.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:42PM

Trunk Songs from Some Like It Hot to be Presented in Some Like It Cut Concert by Margaret Hall

The bonus material from Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman will be performed by members of the Broadway company of Some Like It Hot.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:42PM

How to Get the Cheapest Tickets to Broadway's Good Night, Oscar by Margaret Hall

The Sean Hayes-led play has announced digital lottery and in-person rush policies for its limited engagement at the Belasco Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:36AM

Lin-Manuel Miranda to Host Black Swan Screening With Darren Aronofsky, More at United Palace by Margaret Hall

The psychological thriller is the first of six films that will be screened at the Washington Heights theatre this season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

A Strange Loop Creator Michael R. Jackson's White Girl in Danger Opens Off-Broadway April 10 by Margaret Hall

The co-production between Vineyard and Second Stage is directed by Lileana Blain-Cruz with choreography by Raja Feather Kelly.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02AM
Friday, April 7, 2023

Get a 1st Look at Michael R. Jackson's White Girl in Danger Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

The new musical is inspired by classic daytime and primetime soap operas, Lifetime movies, and melodrama.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:12PM

Good Night, Oscar, Starring Sean Hayes, Begins Performances On Broadway April 7 by Margaret Hall

Directed by Lisa Peterson, the limited engagement will play the Belasco Theatre through the summer.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:36AM

The Great Shuck Off: See Stars Shuck Corn on the Shucked Red Carpet by Margaret Hall

The best place to shuck corn? A Broadway opening night red carpet.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:02AM
Thursday, April 6, 2023

Photos: Step Inside The Pink: An Intimacy Ritual at Primary Stages by Margaret Hall

A reading of the new work was presented April 3.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:42PM

The Tank Launches Producers Cohort Program by Margaret Hall

The fellowship will help to support early career theatrical producers who have traditionally been excluded from producing opportunities.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:42PM

Jordan Donica, Holly Gould, Heath Saunders, More to Star in At The Barre Concert by Margaret Hall

The new musical will present a selection of songs at Green Room 42

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:02PM

Michael Urie, Gaten Matarazzo, Rob McClure, More Star in Interactive Murder Mystery Series Foul Play by Margaret Hall

Created by Andrew Barth Feldman and Alex Boniello, the digitally immersive party game premieres later this month.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:42PM

Zachary Kropp, Julian Manjerico, and Clayton Matthews to Star in Star Trek Parody Khan!!! The Musical! Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

The "Parody Trek-Tacular" pays homage to 1982's Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:36AM

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