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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Rachel Brosnahan, Alfred Molina, J. Harrison Ghee, More to Present at 39th Artios Awards by Margaret Hall

The ceremony honors casting professionals in theatre, film, and television.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:06PM

Patricia Birch and Len Cariou to be Honored at 55th Annual Amas Musical Theatre Benefit Gala by Margaret Hall

The gala will performances from Birch and Cariou's extensive theatrical careers, including Grease, They’re Playing Our Song, and A Little Night Music.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32PM

Tony Winners Bonnie Milligan and J. Harrison Ghee to Host Maestra Music's Amplify 2024 by Margaret Hall

The evening will celebrate such female composers and lyricists as Kristen Anderson-Lopez, Rebekah Greer Melocik, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:12AM
Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Sandra Oh, Ann Harada, Dale Soules, More to Star in The Welkin at Atlantic Theater Company by Margaret Hall

Set in 1759, the piece centers on a young woman who has been sentenced to death and the 12 women who are tasked with verifying her pregnancy.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:02PM

Sweet Emotions: Why the Original Broadway Hunnies Returned to Jelly's Last Jam at Encores! by Margaret Hall

Thirty-two years on, Allison M. Williams, Stephanie Pope Lofgren, and Mamie Duncan-Gibbs are still shepherding Jelly Roll Morton to the afterlife.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:42PM

Upcoming Broadway Bow of Peter Morgan's Patriots Finds Its Full Cast by Margaret Hall

Patriots recounts the story of Vladimir Putin's rise to power after the fall of the Soviet Union.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02PM

Kara Young to Join Kate Douglas’ The Apiary Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

Directed by Kate Whoriskey, the play is the centerpiece of the Second Stage's inaugural Next Stage Festival.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02PM

Ramzi Khalaf to Lead National Tour of The Kite Runner by Margaret Hall

The production arrived on Broadway in 2022 following its premiere in the U.K., including two runs in London’s West End.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

Broadway's An Enemy of the People Begins Previews February 27 by Margaret Hall

The Broadway revival plays Circle in the Square Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:36AM
Monday, February 26, 2024

Bordello The Musical to Receive Developmental Reading at York Theatre Company by Margaret Hall

Set in 1920s Buenos Aires, the new musical is inspired by Raquel Liberman and her fight to bring an international sex-trafficking ring to justice.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:06PM

Photos: See The Company of Water For Elephants Take Their 1st Bows on Broadway by Margaret Hall

The high-flying musical adaptation plays Broadway's Imperial Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:32PM

Actor Lanny Flaherty Dies at 81 by Margaret Hall

In addition to his work as an actor, Mr. Flaherty was an accomplished playwright.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:54PM

HERE to Transition to Tri-Director Leadership Structure by Margaret Hall

Amanda Szeglowski will lead the Off-Broadway organization alongside two yet-to-be-announced co-directors.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:18PM

Tony Winner Adrienne Warren to Perform at 40th Anniversary DIFFA Gala by Margaret Hall

DIFFA raises awareness and grants funds to organizations that provide treatment, direct care services, preventive education programs, and advocacy for individuals affected by HIV/AIDS.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:02PM

Actor Lynda Gravátt Dies at 77 by Margaret Hall

Ms. Gravátt, who made her Broadway debut at the age of 4, later became a beloved fixture of the Off-Broadway theatre scene.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:48AM

Watch: Barbra Streisand Accepts the Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award by Margaret Hall

Streisand was honored by her peers at the February 24 ceremony.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:48AM

Reviews: What Do The Critics Think of The Hunt Starring Tobias Menzies Off-Broadway? by Margaret Hall

The Hunt is the second adaptation of a Thomas Vinterberg work presented by St. Ann’s Warehouse, following its 2012 U.S. premiere of Grzegorz Jarzyna’s Festen.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:12AM

2024 Vineyard Theatre Gala, Honoring Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Held February 26 by Margaret Hall

A host of Broadway favorites will be on hand to celebrate the Off-Broadway company

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM

Original Broadway Cast of Grand Hotel Reunites in Celebration of Tommy Tune's 85th Birthday February 26 by Margaret Hall

Originally opening November 12, 1989, at the Martin Beck Theatre, the musical played more than 1,000 performances on Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM
Saturday, February 24, 2024

Broadway's Water for Elephants Begins Previews February 24 by Margaret Hall

The high-flying musical adaptation plays Broadway's Imperial Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM
Friday, February 23, 2024

Reviews: What Critics Are Saying About Off-Broadway's The Life and Slimes of Marc Summers by Margaret Hall

Tony nominee Alex Brightman teamed up with composer Drew Gasparini to create the new play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:42PM

Jeanine Tesori and David Lindsay-Abaire Are Reimagining Shrek for a New Generation by Margaret Hall

16 years after the show premiered on Broadway, the Tony-winning pair are making some revisions to their beloved musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06PM

Aisha Jackson to Lead Black Excellence on Broadway Concert by Margaret Hall

The inaugural Black History Month concert will also stream live.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

Reviews: What Critics Are Saying About '60s Jukebox Musical A Sign of the Times Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

The York Theatre Company production features the songs of Petula Clark, Lesley Gore, Dusty Springfield, and other hits.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM
Thursday, February 22, 2024

Alan Cumming Is Not Acting His Age Adds Additional Broadway Performance by Margaret Hall

The solo show, which recently played London's West End, will play Studio 54 next month.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:18PM

Lost Gershwin Musical La La Lucille Recovered by Margaret Hall

The piece, the composer's first full-length musical, premiered in 1919.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:18AM

See Who's Starring in West End Concert of Frank Wildhorn Your Lie in April by Margaret Hall

The manga was previously adapted into a 22-part anime television series and a live-action film.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:06AM

Alex Brightman's The Life and Slimes of Marc Summers Opens Off-Broadway February 22 by Margaret Hall

The Tony nominee teamed up with composer Drew Gasparini to create the new play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM
Wednesday, February 21, 2024

Get a 1st Look at The Life and Slimes of Marc Summers Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

The Alex Brightman- and Drew Gasparini–penned memoir play officially opens February 22.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:18PM

John Douglas Thompson and Nicole Ari Parker to Star in Antony and Cleopatra Reading by Margaret Hall

Part of Red Bull Theater's Revelation Reading Series, the performance is being directed by Arin Arbus.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:54PM

Ready, Set, Go! The 1st Round of 2024 Edinburgh Fringe is Out by Margaret Hall

276 shows at 31 venues have been announced as a part of the Edinburgh Fringe's early bird programming release.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM

All that Chat

2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 01, 2025: Glengarry Glen Ross
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
TBA: Titanic