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Friday, April 19, 2024

Stereophonic Opens on Broadway April 19 by Margaret Hall

Featuring original songs by Arcade Fire's Will Butler, the David Adjmi play enjoyed a sold-out world premiere Off-Broadway via Playwrights Horizons.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18AM

Twenty-Sided Tavern Begins Performances Off-Broadway April 19 by Margaret Hall

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

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18AM
Thursday, April 18, 2024

Video: Learn The Magic Behind the Action-Packed Clock Tower Scene in Back to the Future: The Musical by Margaret Hall

The musical adaptation of the hit film at the Winter Garden Theatre stars Casey Likes and Roger Bart.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:06PM

Zainab Jah, Zachary Lopez Roa, and Nick Westrate to Star in New York Premiere of God's Spies by Margaret Hall

The Bill Cain thriller will continue Red Bull Theater's 20th Anniversary Festival.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:42PM

Chicago's Robyn Hurder and Bianca Marroquín Compare Notes on Playing Roxie and Velma by Margaret Hall

After years of camaraderie, the two friends are finally opposite each other in Broadway's longest-running musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM

Non-Replica U.K. Tour of A Chorus Line Finds Full Cast by Margaret Hall

The production previously enjoyed a Leicester run in 2021.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:32AM
Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Photos: Step Into the Studio with Broadway's Stereophonic by Margaret Hall

The new play by David Adjmi, with music by Arcade Fire's Will Butler, played its first performance at the Golden April 2.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:06PM

New York Public Library to Pay Tribute to Circle in the Square Theatre by Margaret Hall

The celebration will coincide with the centennial of CITS co-founders Ted Mann and Jose Quintero.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:57PM

Edinburgh Fringe Hit Coming Out to Dead People to Play Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

The show is an autobiographical stand-up comedy show exploring Ricky Sim's decision to come out as gay to his terminally ill Chinese-Malaysian immigrant mother.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:18AM
Tuesday, April 16, 2024

Why Anaïs Mitchell Made an 'Epic' Change to Hadestown Five Years On by Margaret Hall

As the show approaches its fifth anniversary on Broadway, its Tony-winning composer is still working on a song.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:32PM

Costume Designer Carrie Robbins Dies at 81 by Margaret Hall

The four-time Drama Desk winner was responsible for the original Broadway productions of Grease, White Christmas, Yentl, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:54PM

Reviews: What Are Critics Saying About Scarlett Dreams Off-Broadway? by Margaret Hall

The production stars Brittany Bellizeare, Andrew Keenan-Bolger, Caroline Lellouche, and Borris Anthony York.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18PM

Stage Musical of Come Back to the 5 & Dime Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean Sets World Premiere by Margaret Hall

Called 5 & Dime, the musical will begin performances at California's TheatreWorks Silicon Valley this summer.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM
Monday, April 15, 2024

Dan Lauria and Patty McCormack to Star in Off-Broadway Premiere of Just Another Day by Margaret Hall

The play by Dan Lauria centers on two old friends trying to figure out how they came to know each other.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32PM

Watch: Kate Baldwin Hosts 'A Seat at the Table' Roundtable Discussion for Maestra by Margaret Hall

Featuring Victoria Detres, Nicole D'Angelo, PJ Ju, and November Christine, the talk covers access, community, and the future of the American theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:18AM

Jelani Remy, Keri René Fuller, Brandon Contreras, More Star in 9th Annual Broadway for Self Help Africa Concert April 15 by Margaret Hall

Proceeds from the event support Self Help Africa's work to alleviate hunger, poverty, social inequality, and the impact of climate change in sub-Saharan Africa.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24AM

S. Asher Gelman's Scarlett Dreams Officially Opens Off-Broadway April 15 by Margaret Hall

The production stars Brittany Bellizeare, Andrew Keenan-Bolger, Caroline Lellouche, and Borris Anthony York.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24AM
Saturday, April 13, 2024

Grenfell: In The Words of Survivors Begins Performances at St. Ann's Warehouse April 13 by Margaret Hall

The play centers on a community who protected and cared for one another before, during, and after a devastating fire that killed 72.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18AM

Agatha Christie's The Hollow Begins Performances Off-Broadway April 13 by Margaret Hall

The play is a comedic twist on the classic whodunnit murder mystery formula, taking place just outside London.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18AM
Friday, April 12, 2024

On the Red Carpet: Which Rumblers Would Win a Broadway Madness Bracket... Greasers, Von Trapps, or Jellicle Cats? by Margaret Hall

Go inside opening night of The Outsiders with curtain call photos, interviews, and red carpet guests including Angelina Jolie, Queen Latifah, Author S.E. Hinton.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:18PM

Jack Tucker: Comedy Standup Hour to Return Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

The piece, which previously enjoyed sold-out runs at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, London's Soho Theatre, the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, and more, will return to Soho Playhous…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:42PM

Tony Kushner Named 2024 Winner of PEN/Mike Nichols Writing for Performance Award by Margaret Hall

The honor recognizes a writer whose transformative work enlightens and inspires audiences in the tradition of comedian and filmmaker Mike Nichols.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24PM

The Apple Boys To Receive Industry Presentation by Margaret Hall

The four-person comedy is set in turn-of-the-century Coney Island

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:42AM

Rob Madge to Give Their Regards to Broadway in London's West End by Margaret Hall

For one night only, Madge will present a brand new show about their experience postponing the Broadway run of My Son's A Queer, But What Can You Do?.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:42AM

Off-Broadway Premiere of Abe Koogler's Staff Meal Begins Performances April 12 by Margaret Hall

Set in a restaurant on the brink of collapse, the piece plays Playwrights Horizons.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:12AM
Thursday, April 11, 2024

BATHHOUSE.PPTX Extends Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

Described as "a group project for perverts," the play is a meditation on queer longing and grief.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:06PM

Alex Boniello and Jordan Dobson to Star in Rent in Japan by Margaret Hall

Directed by Trey Ellett, the production will star a mixture of Japanese and Broadway talent.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:18PM

Gingold Theatrical Group to Present Noël Coward’s I’ll Leave It to You by Margaret Hall

The piece will be the latest offering in their 19th season of Project Shaw, a series of script-in-hand performances paired with post-show discussions alongside the cast and director.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM
Wednesday, April 10, 2024

Red Bull Theater to Honor Alfred Molina at Annual Benefit by Margaret Hall

Hosted by Tony nominee Patrick Page, the benefit will feature a performance by Tony nominee Amber Gray.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:36AM

TheSpaceUK Announces Additional 150 Edinburgh Fringe Shows by Margaret Hall

The venue operator hosts the largest program at the Fringe, including both professional and amateur work.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:32AM
Tuesday, April 9, 2024

Photos: Step Into Rehearsals of New Off-Broadway Musical The Lonely Few by Margaret Hall

MCC will present the New York premiere of the Rachel Bonds and Zoe Sarnak rock musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:24PM

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2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards