All stories by Margaret Hall on BroadwayStars

Monday, August 29, 2022

"This Is The Utopia": Comedian Reuben Kaye Talks Drag, Dietrich, and Edinburgh Fringe by Margaret Hall

A regular favorite of the Fringe, Kaye presented his new show, The Butch Is Back, and an old favorite, The Kaye Hole, which both sold out at this year's festival.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:54PM

Broadway-Bound Some Like It Hot Announces 'Streaming Speakeasy' Fan Club by Margaret Hall

The new musical will take fans behind the scenes via the streaming platform Stellar.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:43AM

Lyrics From Lockdown Plays Apollo Theater August 29 by Margaret Hall

The award-winning one man show will be simultaneously live-streamed to correctional facilities across the United States, Africa, and Europe.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:07AM
Saturday, August 27, 2022

Robert LuPone, Actor and Artistic Director, Dies at 76 by Margaret Hall

Mr. LuPone was Tony nominated for his performance as Zach in A Chorus Line.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:24PM
Thursday, August 25, 2022

Lyrics From Lockdown To Play Apollo Theater by Margaret Hall

The award-winning one man show will be simultaneously live-streamed to correctional facilities across the United States, Africa, and Europe.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:43AM
Wednesday, August 24, 2022

'Buzzing, Bursting, Bold': Why Karim Khan's Brown Boys Swim Hits Close to Home by Margaret Hall

Khan's two hander has received the coveted Fringe First award, a celebration of exemplary new writing at the festival.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:03AM

The Met Drops Vaccination Requirement For 2022-23 Season by Margaret Hall

Masks will remain required in the opera house.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:48AM

Broadway's The Phantom of the Opera Holds Virtual Open Calls for Raoul by Margaret Hall

Find out how you could become the next Vicomte de Chagny on Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:12AM
Tuesday, August 23, 2022

The Lion King, Wicked, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, More to Offer Autism Friendly Performances by Margaret Hall

The performances are part of TDF's accessibility programs, now in their 11th season of providing the special performances.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:12PM
Monday, August 22, 2022

Watch the Original Cast of Land Perform 'Soldier's Song' and 'Miss The Snow' at Edinburgh Fringe by Margaret Hall

The new Scottish musical is written by and stars Islander's Bethany Tennick, fresh from her Off-Broadway debut.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:42PM

Sally Struthers and A.J. Holmes to Star In West Coast Premiere of Revised Young Frankenstein by Margaret Hall

The production will feature changes first incorporated in the 2017 West End production of the Mel Brooks musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:07AM

CAA and Black Theatre Coalition Launch Fellowship For Early Career Talent Agents From Marginalized Communities by Margaret Hall

Fellows chosen by BTC will receive employment and mentorship from the casting firm.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:33AM
Friday, August 19, 2022

Immersive Theatre Experience Summoned To Play West Coast by Margaret Hall

The one-day-only benefit performance will take the form of an afternoon tea with the series crusaders.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:07PM

Grease to Return to Movie Theatres in Memory of Olivia Newton-John by Margaret Hall

A portion of ticket sales will be donated to support breast cancer research via AMC Cares.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:18AM
Wednesday, August 17, 2022

West End Funny Girl, Chicago Star Darius Campbell-Danesh Dead at 41 by Margaret Hall

The performer, who began his career in the pop world, was a frequent leading man on London's West End.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:07AM

See Tony Nominee Brian d'Arcy James Share Into The Woods Stories on Good Morning America by Margaret Hall

James currently plays The Baker in the revival of James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim's beloved musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM
Monday, August 15, 2022

A Life in the Theatre: Julie White of POTUS, The Little Dog Laughed, and Airline Highway by Margaret Hall

White just completed her run as Harriet, the overworked Chief of Staff in Broadway's POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM
Friday, August 12, 2022

Stephanie J. Block, Sebastian Arcelus, Krysta Rodriguez, More To Join Into The Woods by Margaret Hall

The limited engagement production has extended through October 16.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:48AM

See Ellie MacPherson Merge Abraham Lincoln, Eminem, and Lin-Manuel Miranda in Exclusive Footage From Happy Birthday, Mr. President! by Margaret Hall

MacPherson's acclaimed cabaret show is currently running at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:07AM
Thursday, August 11, 2022

Grover Cleveland Was a "Creep," Ulysses S. Grant Needed "Rehab," and More Presidential Fun Facts With Ellie MacPherson by Margaret Hall

MacPherson is currently making her Edinburgh Fringe debut in the cabaret act Happy Birthday, Mr. President!

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:07AM
Monday, August 1, 2022

Tony Nominee and Voice of Little Mermaid's Ursula Pat Carroll Dead at 95 by Margaret Hall

Ms. Carroll was a celebrated actress of stage and screen.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:37AM
Friday, July 29, 2022

Dancer and Choreographer Darius Barnes Dead at 34 by Margaret Hall

Barnes was the associate choreographer of Kimberly Akimbo, set to debut on Broadway this season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:37PM

To Kill A Mockingbird Will Not Re-Open On Broadway by Margaret Hall

The Aaron Sorkin-penned adaptation had announced a temporary close earlier this year.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:37PM

A Look Back: Celebrate 75 Years of the Fringe by Margaret Hall

The Edinburgh Fringe is the largest arts festival in the world.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:48PM
Thursday, July 28, 2022

This Beautiful Future to Return Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

The Rita Kalnejais play previously enjoyed a sold out run at Off-Broadway's Theaterlab.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM
Wednesday, July 27, 2022

Nick Cearley and Gina Milo to Reprise Little Shop of Horrors Roles at Saugatuck Center for the Arts by Margaret Hall

This is the third production of the Menken and Ashman classic to star the pair.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

Why Edinburgh: What Makes Scotland's Capital the Perfect Home to Fringe by Margaret Hall

Known as the "Empress of the North," Edinburgh has incredible culture to offer to travellers.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:18AM
Tuesday, July 26, 2022

David McDonald Dead at 63 by Margaret Hall

Mr. McDonald was a member of the original Broadway companies of Side Show and Doctor Zhivago.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:37PM

Paul Sorvino Dead at 83 by Margaret Hall

The Tony nominee was a respected actor, director, and activist.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:24PM

Casting Changes at Off-Broadway's The Play That Goes Wrong by Margaret Hall

Original Off-Broadway cast member Chris Lanceley has returned in a new role.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:42PM
Monday, July 25, 2022

Misty Copeland Welcomes First Child by Margaret Hall

Copeland previously appeared on Broadway in the 2015 revival of On The Town.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:42AM