All stories by Margaret Hall on BroadwayStars

Friday, February 21, 2025

Douglas Lyons and Ethan D. Pakchar Musical Beau to Premiere Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

Josh Rhodes will direct the piece downtown this summer.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:48PM

Alicia Keys and Lily Ling Team Up for Streaming Maestra Conversation by Margaret Hall

Ling and Keys' discussion will explore the role of underrepresented voices in the music industry and how musical theatre is evolving under the influence of those voices.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:32PM
Thursday, February 20, 2025

Photos: Step Inside the Press Event for Broadway's Just in Time With Jonathan Groff by Margaret Hall

Starring Merrily We Roll Along Tony winner Groff as Bobby Darin, the musical will begin in March at Circle in the Square Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:18PM

Check Out Rehearsal Photos for Broadway's Real Women Have Curves Musical by Margaret Hall

Sergio Trujillo is directing and choreographing the musical adaptation.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:18PM

Ken-Matt Martin Joins Leadership Teams at Baltimore Center Stage and Arkansas Repertory Theatre by Margaret Hall

Martin has been named producing director at both regional institutions.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:12PM

How to Get $49 Tickets to Othello, Starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal by Margaret Hall

Directed by Kenny Leon, the revival will begin performances February 24 at the Barrymore Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:42AM

The Jeopardy! Category Is...Broadway by Margaret Hall

Test your Broadway musical knowledge against the Jeopardy contestants for an entire category of musical theatre answers.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:42AM

Musician Paul Ford Has Died at 71 by Margaret Hall

The marvelously talented pianist enjoyed an extended professional relationship with Mandy Patinkin.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM

Mint Theater Company's Garside's Career Opens Off-Broadway February 20 by Margaret Hall

Matt Dickson directs Harold Brighouse's political satire Off-Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM

World Premiere of Bess Wohl's Liberation Opens Off-Broadway February 20 by Margaret Hall

Directed by Whitney White, the Roundabout Theatre Company production features Kristolyn Lloyd, Susannah Flood, Kayla Davion, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM
Wednesday, February 19, 2025

Video: See Newsies Stars Surprise Kara Lindsay in Song at Walt Disney World by Margaret Hall

Adam Kaplan, Tommy Bracco, Jacob Guzman, and Aaron J. Albano made a surprise Newsies reunion performance February 18 at Walt Disney World.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:24PM

Drama Desk Awards Set Dates for Eligibility Cut-Off, Nominations, Award Ceremony by Margaret Hall

The awards honor Broadway, Off-Broadway, and Off-Off-Broadway productions.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:03PM

Megan Hill to Star in Off-Broadway Production of Crystal Skillman’s Open by Margaret Hall

Open is a queer love story told by an amateur magician as she attempts the impossible—to resurrect her girlfriend.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM
Tuesday, February 18, 2025

Video: See Paul Tazewell's BAFTA Win for Wicked Costume Design by Margaret Hall

Tazewell continues to dominate this year's award circuit, bringing in his seventh award for Wicked: Part 1.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:02PM

Video: An SNL50 Musical Pays Tribute to 50 Years of NYC With Lin-Manuel Miranda, Nathan Lane, and More by Margaret Hall

The sketch was an all-star affair, led by John Mulaney as a heroin and hot dog–slinging street vendor.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:54AM

Broadway's Romeo + Juliet Recouped; Reveals Youngest Average Audience in History by Margaret Hall

The Sam Gold-directed Broadway revival of William Shakespeare's classic tragedy enjoyed an extended and largely sold-out run on Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:48AM

True Crime Western Kenrex Opens at London's Southwark Playhouse February 18 by Margaret Hall

Set in Skidmore, Missouri in 1981, a man has been shot in broad deadlight with 60 witnesses, but they all claim not to have seen a thing.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:02AM
Sunday, February 16, 2025

Broadway's Romeo + Juliet Closes February 16 by Margaret Hall

The Sam Gold-directed Broadway revival of William Shakespeare's classic tragedy enjoyed an extended and largely sold-out run on Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:42AM
Saturday, February 15, 2025

U.S. Premiere of Enda Walsh's Safe House Begins Off-Broadway February 15 by Margaret Hall

The play, also featuring music by Anna Mullarkey, is a co-production between St. Ann's and Ireland's Abbey Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:36AM
Friday, February 14, 2025

See Who's Starring in U.K. Premiere of Come Fall in Love – The DDLJ Musical by Margaret Hall

The original film Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge is one of the biggest blockbusters in Indian cinematic history, playing continuously in Mumbai since its release in 1995.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:36AM

Photos: Get a 1st Look at Jonathan Groff in Rehearsals for Broadway's Just In Time by Margaret Hall

Starring the Merrily We Roll Along Tony winner as Bobby Darin, the musical will begin in March at Circle in the Square Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:32AM

The Jonathan Larson Project Begins Performances Off-Broadway February 14 by Margaret Hall

Conceived by Jennifer Ashley Tepper, the project features more than 20 seldom-heard songs by the Pulitzer and Tony Award-winning writer.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:36AM
Thursday, February 13, 2025

27 Black Theatre Makers Driving Change Today by Margaret Hall

Playbill celebrates a selection of theatremakers, on and off stage, who are changing the paradigm.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:24PM

Colman Domingo Joins West End Producing Team For Ryan Calais Cameron's Retrograde by Margaret Hall

The play will transfer to London's Apollo Theater later this spring.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM
Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Off-Broadway's The Jonathan Larson Project Reveals New Casting, Digital Rush Program by Margaret Hall

Conceived by Jennifer Ashley Tepper, the project features more than 20 seldom-heard songs by the Pulitzer and Tony Award-winning writer.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:18AM

New Musical Platinum Dreams Sets Off-Broadway Premiere by Margaret Hall

Adapted from Platinum by Will Holt and Bruce Vilanch, and Sunset by Will Holt, Platinum Dreams will be directed by York Interim Artistic Director Joseph Hayward.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:12AM

40th Annual Artios Awards Held February 12 by Margaret Hall

The annual awards honor casting professionals in film, television, and theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18AM

D.A. Mindell’s On the Evolutionary Function of Shame Begins World Premiere February 12 by Margaret Hall

The play is an exploration of identity, family, and the courage it takes to live authentically.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18AM
Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Collective Transformation Fundraiser for the Transgender Law Center Set For The Green Room 42 by Margaret Hall

Showcasing transgender and gender-expansive artists both on and off the stage, proceeds raised will help combat the bigoted political actions being taken across the US.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:24PM

Juan Castano, Julia Chan, Ryan Spahn Will Lead Ken Urban's Danger and Opportunity Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

Jack Serio is directing the production at the East Village Basement, a new downtown venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM

Rob Madge to Voice Mother Teresa in World Tour of Diana: The Untold and Untrue Story by Margaret Hall

The show combines drag, multimedia, audience interaction, puppetry, and queer joy.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:02AM

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2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Nov 17, 2024: Elf - Marquis Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre