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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Director Michael Blakemore Dies at 95 by Margaret Hall

The multiple Tony winner was responsible for the 1999 revival of Kiss Me, Kate that modernized the classic for a new generation.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:36AM

World Premiere of Atlantic Theater Company's Buena Vista Social Club Opens Off-Broadway December 13 by Margaret Hall

Inspired by the Grammy-winning 1997 album of the same name, Buena Vista Social Club tells the story of the artists involved in the album's recording.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32AM

New Musical Gwyneth Goes Skiing Begins Performances in London December 13 by Margaret Hall

The musical reimagines the infamous skiing accident between Oscar winner Gwyneth Paltrow and a retired optometrist.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32AM
Tuesday, December 12, 2023

Pasquale Crociata, Cal Mitchell, and Aaron Ramey Join Off-Broadway Premiere of White Rose: The Musical by Margaret Hall

Will Nunziata directs the new musical based on a true story of student activists in Nazi Germany.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:32PM

Hear Alex Newell Sing 'Rhythm of My Heart' from Trans-Positive Animated Musical Pacemaker by Margaret Hall

The Oscar-qualified musical short premiered at Outfest earlier this year.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:32PM

Jackie Burns, Kevin Cahoon, Aisha Jackson, Jenn Colella, More to Star in Silk Industry Reading by Margaret Hall

The new musical features direction, music, and lyrics by Broadway alum Chilina Kennedy.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:18PM

Hansol Jung's Romeo and Juliet, More in Play On Shakespeare's 2024 Season by Margaret Hall

The not-for-profit has announced their lineup for the Winter and Spring of 2024.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:12AM

Bhangra Nation Musical to Play Birmingham Rep by Margaret Hall

The U.K. premiere production follows the story of a Bhangra team as they qualify for the USA national competition.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:12AM

Hansol Yung's Romeo and Juliet, More in Play On Shakespeare's 2024 Season by Margaret Hall

The not-for-profit has announced their lineup for the Winter and Spring of 2024.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:42AM
Monday, December 11, 2023

On the Red Carpet: An 'Insane, Crazy, Beautiful' Opening for How to Dance in Ohio by Margaret Hall

Go inside opening night of the coming-of-age musical featuring red carpet interviews with its neurodivergent cast and celebrity photos.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:18PM

New Musical Gwyneth Goes Skiing Extends London Run by Margaret Hall

The musical reimagines the infamous skiing accident between Oscar winner Gwyneth Paltrow and a retired optometrist.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:06AM

Maltby and Shire's New Musical The Country Wife Receives 1-Night-Only Staging December 11 by Margaret Hall

Red Bull Theater stages the new adaptation of William Wycherley's classic Restoration comedy Off-Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM
Sunday, December 10, 2023

Broadway's How to Dance in Ohio Opens December 10 by Margaret Hall

Adapted from Alexandra Shiva's 2015 documentary, the show follows the challenges faced by a group of autistic young adults at an Ohio counseling center.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:12AM
Friday, December 8, 2023

How To Dance in Ohio Is Making Sure the Show Is Sensory Friendly Onstage and Off by Margaret Hall

The Broadway show has cool-down spaces for audience members who need a breather. Plus, Playbill presents a dictionary of autism-related terms in the show.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:36AM
Thursday, December 7, 2023

See Who's Starring in London's Cruel Intentions: The ‘90s Musical by Margaret Hall

The jukebox musical is filled with ‘90s pop classics from Britney Spears, Boyz II Men, Christina Aguilera, TLC, Natalie Imbruglia, The Verve, *NSYNC, R.E.M and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:24PM

Reuben Kaye's The Butch Is Back Begins European Tour December 7 by Margaret Hall

The drag performer is taking his autobiographical cabaret show on the road.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24AM
Wednesday, December 6, 2023

Soft Brain Theatre Company to Stage All-Female Production of The Ring by Margaret Hall

The Commedia dell'arte production has been devised using the techniques and processes employed in the 17th century.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:12PM

Photos: Step Inside Shoshana Bean's Holiday Concert at the Apollo Theater by Margaret Hall

Kristin Chenoweth, Betty Who, and Alex Newell joined Bean for the one-night-only concert at Harlem’s famed venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:12PM

Live Aid–Inspired Musical Just for One Day Announces Additional Casting by Margaret Hall

The musical will feature songs by David Bowie, The Who, Queen, The Police, Elton John, Paul McCartney, Diana Ross, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:32AM

Sleep No More Extends Off-Broadway Prior to Closing by Margaret Hall

The beloved adaptation of Macbeth launched a craze for immersive theatre throughout New York City.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:48AM

Alex Brightman's The Life and Slimes of Marc Summers to Play Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

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

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

Check Out Photos From New Broadway Musical How to Dance in Ohio by Margaret Hall

The coming-of-age musical follows the challenges faced by a group of autistic young adults at an Ohio counseling center.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM
Tuesday, December 5, 2023

Reviews: What Are Critics Saying About Life & Times of Michael K at St. Ann's Warehouse? by Margaret Hall

Members of Tony-winning Handspring Puppet Company deliver an emotional story of a man born with a cleft lip and the trials he faces.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:02AM
Monday, December 4, 2023

Actor Sheila Smith Dies at 90 by Margaret Hall

Ms. Smith served as the standby for both Angela Lansbury and Bea Arthur in the original Broadway production of Mame.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:06PM

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' Appropriate Extends on Broadway by Margaret Hall

Sarah Paulson stars in the writer's Broadway playwriting debut.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32PM

Andy Grotelueschen, More Join Upcoming 1-Night-Only Concert of Maltby and Shire's The Country Wife by Margaret Hall

Red Bull Theater will stage the new adaptation of William Wycherley's classic Restoration comedy later this month.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:42AM

See Who's Starring in U.K. and Ireland Tour of Frank Wildhorn's Bonnie & Clyde by Margaret Hall

The musical previously played in the West End's Arts Theatre and the Garrick Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:42AM

Victoria Pedretti to Join Jeremy Strong in Broadway's An Enemy of the People by Margaret Hall

The Ibsen play will mark screen star Pedretti's Broadway debut.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:24AM

Shoshana Bean Presents Holiday Concert at the Apollo December 4 by Margaret Hall

Kristin Chenoweth, Betty Who, and Alex Newell will join Bean for the one-night-only concert at Harlem’s famed venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32AM
Friday, December 1, 2023

Feel Good Friday: Hit The Club with Troye Sivan and Josh Groban by Margaret Hall

Composer Jacob Ryan Smith mashed up the pop stars hit single "Rush" with "The Ballad of Sweeney Todd," and the result is no less than glorious.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:18PM

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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