All stories by Margaret Hall on BroadwayStars

Wednesday, March 23, 2022

Lillias White, Beth Leavel, Ann Harada, More Announced for 12th Annual Broadway Belts for PFF! by Margaret Hall

Tony recipient Julie Halston will return as emcee for the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation benefit.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

Charlie Blackwell Symposium Scholarship Announces 2022 Recipients by Margaret Hall

Veteran BIPOC Broadway stage managers Narda E. Alcorn, Lisa Dawn Cave, and Cody Renard Richard were among those who chose the recipients of the scholarship.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

Cast Set for World Premiere of Beastgirl at the Kennedy Center by Margaret Hall

The new musical follows the challenges faced by three sisters from the Dominican Republic who start a new life in the United States.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:37AM

Soho Rep Announces Notes on Killing Seven Oversight, Management and Economic Stability Board Members by Margaret Hall

Presented in partnership with The Sol Project, the play straddles the line between drag performance and absurdist theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:37AM
Tuesday, March 22, 2022

Black Theatre Coalition Plans Building New Pathways Virtual Gala by Margaret Hall

The event will feature Vanessa Williams, Norm Lewis, Wynton Marsalis, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:03AM
Monday, March 21, 2022

Opening March 21, Goodman Theatre's Good Night, Oscar Extends Run by Margaret Hall

The Chicago production stars Sean Hayes, Emily Bergl, Ethan Slater, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:06PM

Quentin Earl Darrington, Jenny Lee Stern, More Featured in Broadway by the Year: The New Wave March 21 by Margaret Hall

The concert kicks off the 21st season of the landmark series at Town Hall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18PM

World Premiere of The Twenty Sided Tavern Set at Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera by Margaret Hall

The production blends the worlds of tabletop roleplay games and theatre to create an interactive experience.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18PM

Between The Lines Announces Meet The Author Nights With Jodi Picoult by Margaret Hall

The Off-Broadway musical stars Arielle Jacobs, Julia Murney, Vicki Lewis, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

Goodman Theatre's Good Night, Oscar, Starring Sean Hayes, Opens March 21 by Margaret Hall

The Chicago production also features Emily Bergl, Ethan Slater, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24AM
Sunday, March 20, 2022

See James Lapine, Bernadette Peters, and Mandy Patinkin Discuss Sunday in the Park with George on CBS Sunday Morning by Margaret Hall

Lapine's book, Putting It Together, excavates the creative process behind the Pulitzer Prize–winning Sondheim musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:18PM
Friday, March 18, 2022

Watch the Company of Chicago Wish John Kander a Happy 95th Birthday From 'New York, New York' by Margaret Hall

The cast is joined by Lin-Manuel Miranda in performing the iconic Kander and Ebb song.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:54PM

Martin McDonagh's Hangmen Selling $19.65 Tickets to First 3 Broadway Performances by Margaret Hall

The Olivier Award-winning comedy will star Game of Thrones' Alfie Allen in his Broadway debut.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:42AM
Thursday, March 17, 2022

John Cardoza Will Take on Title Role in Regional Premiere of The Karate Kid – The Musical by Margaret Hall

Jovanni Sy, Alan H. Green and Tony nominee Kate Baldwin will also star in the adaption of the hit 1984 film at St. Louis Stages.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:06PM

You Are Loved-A Concert Benefiting Trans Youth In Texas Set at Green Room 42 by Margaret Hall

The concert will support the Texas chapters of the Transgender Education Network and ACLU.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:18AM

Quentin Earl Darrington, Jenny Lee Stern, More Join Broadway By the Year: The New Wave by Margaret Hall

The concert kicks off the 21st season of the landmark series at Town Hall March 21.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:42AM

Cast and Creative Team Announced for West Coast Premiere of Dave Malloy's Octet by Margaret Hall

The work received 9 Drama Desk nominations and 5 Lucille Lortel nominations for its Off-Broadway premiere, including a win for Best Musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:06AM

Lillias White, Lorna Luft, Melissa Errico, More to Play Crazy Coqs' Americans in London Series by Margaret Hall

The cabaret series will celebrate the music of Hollywood, Broadway, and more

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:06AM

Jane Kaczmarek, E. Faye Butler, Eugene Lee, More Star in The Folks at Home at Baltimore Center Stage Beginning March 17 by Margaret Hall

Obie winner Stevie Walker-Webb directs R. Eric Thomas' new play, a contemporary spin on the golden age of family sitcoms.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:06AM

Diana DeGarmo and Ace Young to Star in A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline by Margaret Hall

The married duo are both alums of the hit competition show American Idol.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:33AM
Wednesday, March 16, 2022

Cinco Paul and Bekah Brunstetter Musical A.D. 16 Streams March 16 by Margaret Hall

The new musical from the Schmigadoon scribe stars Ben Fankhauser and Phoenix Best.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:12PM

Matt Bomer Reportedly Joins Leonard Bernstein Biopic Maestro by Margaret Hall

Academy Award nominee Bradley Cooper will play the legendary conductor.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:03PM

Theatre Under The Stars Announces 2022/2023 Season by Margaret Hall

The season includes the premiere of the new musical The Griswold’s Broadway Vacation.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:18AM
Tuesday, March 15, 2022

Actor William Hurt Passes Away at 71 by Margaret Hall

Mr. Hurt received an Academy award for his portrayal of Luis Molina in Kiss of the Spider Woman.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM

Sarah Ruhl and Matthew Aucoin to Discuss Eurydice at In-Person and Live-Streamed Talk by Margaret Hall

The pair adapted Ruhl's play into an opera last year.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

Full Cast Announced for Waitress National Tour by Margaret Hall

Original Broadway cast member Stephanie Torns will lead the Sara Bareilles musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:42AM

The Drama League Joins Worldwide Readings Project for Ukraine by Margaret Hall

The League will present two contemporary Ukrainian plays to benefit CARE’s Ukraine Crisis Fund.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:42AM
Monday, March 14, 2022

Black Theatre Coalition Announces Nik Whitcomb as New Program Director by Margaret Hall

The new appointment follows Whitcomb's earlier work with the American Alliance for Theatre and Education, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:42PM
Saturday, March 12, 2022

Girls5Eva Sets Date for Season 2 Premiere by Margaret Hall

The hit comedy stars Tony winner Renée Elise Goldsberry, as well as Tony nominees Ashley Park and Sara Bareilles.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:24PM

Cinco Paul and Bekah Brunstetter Musical A.D. 16 to Stream by Margaret Hall

The new musical from the Schmigadoon scribe stars Ben Fankhauser and Phoenix Best.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:24PM

Watch Alex Edelman Make His National Television Debut on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert by Margaret Hall

Edelman's solo show, Just For Us, enjoyed an Off-Broadway run at the Cherry Lane Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06PM