All stories by Margaret Hall on BroadwayStars

Monday, January 27, 2025

The Lost Boys Musical Is Headed to Broadway by Margaret Hall

Tony winner Michael Arden is attached to direct the musical version of the 1987 vampire film.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:18PM

Organizational Shakeup at Play On Shakespeare Promises New Era of Theatrical Support by Margaret Hall

The non-profit has announced significant restructuring, including a new Interim Executive Director.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:12PM

Judging Panel Revealed for 2025 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize by Margaret Hall

The honor is the largest and oldest international playwriting award recognizing women+ writers in the English-speaking theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:12PM

Collette Guitart, Tobias Turley To Star in U.K. Premiere of White Rose: The Musical by Margaret Hall

The musical follows a group of student activists who stood up to Hitler in Nazi Germany, risking everything by creating and distributing leaflets that challenged his propaganda.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:12PM

Just In Time to Offer Jonathan Groff–Signed Window Cards to 1st Ticketbuyers 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 09:54AM
Sunday, January 26, 2025

Tony Nominee Joshua Boone Departs Broadway's The Outsiders January 26 by Margaret Hall

The Tony-winning musical continues at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:06AM
Friday, January 24, 2025

Kaci Walfall and Emily Carey Will Lead Before This New Year World Premiere Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

Liana Sonenclar's play follows a high school track star forced to confront some tricky feelings when she reconnects with a former teammate.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:24PM

Get a Closer Look at Maybe Happy Ending in New Photos by Margaret Hall

The acclaimed new musical at the Belasco has also announced an exclusive fan event.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:06PM

How Maybe Happy Ending Is Darren Criss' Star Wars by Margaret Hall

The Emmy winner visited Live with Kelly and Mark to share how the musical's universal themes resonate outside of its robotic setting.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06PM

Tony Nominee Joshua Boone to Depart Broadway's The Outsiders by Margaret Hall

The Tony-winning musical continues at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06PM

Swept Away Releases 'Satan Pulls the Strings' From Forthcoming Broadway Cast Album by Margaret Hall

The full album of the Avett Brothers musical, which played its final Broadway performance December 29, 2024, releases February 7.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM

A Streetcar Named Desire-Inspired Play Kowalski Extends Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

The play unfolds over one night as Tennessee Williams and a young Marlon Brando find their creative rhythm.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM
Thursday, January 23, 2025

Writer and Producer Ken Wydro Has Died at 81 by Margaret Hall

Mr. Wydro was a familiar face in the Off-Broadway scene, having co-created the smash hit Mama, I Want to Sing with his wife, Vy Higginsen.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:32PM

Check Out Photos of Jodi Benson, Heather Headley, More in Sweet Magnolias by Margaret Hall

Tony nominee Benson has joined the hit streaming show for its fourth season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:32PM

Keke Palmer Teases Return to Broadway in Debbie Allen-Directed Muhammad Ali Play by Margaret Hall

Palmer spilled the news on The Kelly Clarkson Show.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:18PM

Howard Hughes Musical According to Howard to Premiere Off-Broadway at York Theatre Company by Margaret Hall

The piece is one of three new musicals set to be staged within the York's New2NY series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06PM

Water for Elephants Now Available for High Schoolers to Perform by Margaret Hall

Broadway Licensing Global will allow schools to perform the musical, which is also embarking on a national tour.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:03AM

Ted Lasso's Charlie Hiscock to Make Stage Debut in U.K. Revival of Glorious! by Margaret Hall

The comedy follows Florence Foster Jenkins, known for her flamboyant costumes and decidedly off-key singing voice.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:03AM

Darling Grenadine Now Available For Licensing by Margaret Hall

The musical by Daniel Zaitchik follows charismatic songwriter Harry and his relationships with performer Louise, his brother Paul, and his beloved dog.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM

Cynthia Erivo, Colman Domingo, Timothée Chalamet, Ariana Grande, More Receive 2025 Oscar Nominations by Margaret Hall

The 96th Academy Awards will be held March 2 in Los Angeles.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM

Scissorhandz Jukebox Musical Begins Performances January 23 by Margaret Hall

The musical, a reinvention of Tim Burton’s cult classic film Edward Scissorhands, uses the pop music of Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Alanis Morissette, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM
Wednesday, January 22, 2025

How Walt Disney World Is Celebrating 30 Years of Disney on Broadway by Margaret Hall

The annual Festival of the Arts is now in full swing, with special theatre-themed exhibitions and concerts.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:18PM

Tony Nominee Justin Cooley to Join Kimberly Akimbo Tour by Margaret Hall

Cooley will step back into the role of Seth Weetis for the production's engagements in Las Vegas, Omaha, Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, and part of Detroit.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:18PM

Lea Salonga to Be Honored by The Drama League by Margaret Hall

Whitney White, the Smash producers, and Audible Theater are among the Special Recognition Honorees.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24PM

Ruthless! Director and Scribe Joel Paley Has Died at 69 by Margaret Hall

Mr. Paley's death comes only six weeks after his collaborator and husband Marvin E. Laird's passing.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:54AM

Lencia Kebede and Allie Trimm to Lead Wicked on Broadway by Margaret Hall

Kebede will be the first Black actor to play Elphaba full time on Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM

Amy Morton to Star in Chicago Premiere of You Will Get Sick by Margaret Hall

The production will mark the return of the Tony nominee to Steppenwolf Theatre Company, rejoining the fold after nearly a decade away.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:48AM
Tuesday, January 21, 2025

St. Ann’s Warehouse to Stage U.S. Premiere of Enda Walsh's Safe House 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 05:18PM

Satirist Jules Feiffer Has Died at 95 by Margaret Hall

The Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist was a prolific artist, playwright, screenwriter, adult and children's book author, and art instructor.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:06PM

Composer and Playwright Claire van Kampen Has Died at 71 by Margaret Hall

The author of the Tony-nominated play Farinelli and the King was known for her creative collaborations with husband Mark Rylance.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:03PM

All-Star Lineup Revealed for Rufus Norris’ Final Year With London's National Theatre by Margaret Hall

Four world premieres remain under Norris' tenure, including Inter Alia, the newest play from Prima Facie playwright Suzie Miller.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:48AM