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Friday, May 24, 2024

August Wilson’s Two Trains Running and Christina Anderson’s The Comedy of Errors Will Tour in Rep for The Acting Company by Margaret Hall

Anderson's modern verse translation of the Shakespeare comedy will play alongside the classic by one of America's most respected playwrights.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:36PM

Let Brian Cox and the Fringe Society Help You Bring a Show to Edinburgh in 2025 by Margaret Hall

The U.S. arm of the Keep It Fringe fund will offer artists grants to offset the costs of bringing a show to the Fringe.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06PM

Brooke Shields Named President of Actors' Equity Association by Margaret Hall

Shields succeeds AEA president of nine years Kate Shindle, who opted out of re-election this year.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:32AM

Reviews: What Do Critics Think of Molly Sweeney at Irish Rep? by Margaret Hall

The production is the fourth in Irish Rep's Friel Project, presenting Brian Friel's plays set in the fictional Irish town of Ballybeg.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

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

The stage version of the popular manga series previously played two successful London concerts.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

Exclusive: See Andy Biersack of Black Veil Brides Cover 'My Friends' from Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street by Margaret Hall

The hard rock band is releasing a new EP titled Bleeders, inspired by the Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler classic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:32AM

Thursday, May 23, 2024

Meet The 180 Recipients of the 2024 Keep it Fringe Fund by Margaret Hall

The program increases accessibility and inclusivity at the festival by giving artists grants to offset the costs of bringing a show to the Fringe.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:54PM

Watch: Witness Beetlejuice's Triumphant Return In New Trailer for Beetlejuice Beetlejuice by Margaret Hall

Original visionary Tim Burton and stars Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Catherine O'Hara have reunited for the long-awaited sequel.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:18PM

Nazareth Hassan's Bowl EP to Premiere at Vineyard Theatre by Margaret Hall

The production is a co-production with National Black Theatre, in association with The New Group.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18PM

Ariana DeBose, Alan Cumming, Darren Criss, Shoshana Bean, More to Star in Broadway and Vine Concert Series by Margaret Hall

The Napa Valley nonprofit will pair theatrical talent with world class wines for the summer series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:32AM

Photos: See the Cast of Broadway's How to Dance in Ohio Reunite for 1-Night-Only Concert by Margaret Hall

The original cast returned to NYC to perform selections from the show at the Palladium Times Square.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM

Natalie Weiss to Play Carole King in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical by Margaret Hall

Beginning this July, the production will be the final offering of Olney Theatre’s 2023-24 season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM

Dominic West-Led A View From The Bridge Begins Performances in London's West End May 23 by Margaret Hall

The transfer follows a sold-out engagement at Theatre Royal Bath.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:18AM

Molly Sweeney Officially Opens Off-Broadway at Irish Rep May 23 by Margaret Hall

The production is the fourth in Irish Rep's Friel Project, presenting Brian Friel's plays set in the fictional Irish town of Ballybeg.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:18AM

Wednesday, May 22, 2024

Broadway's Illinoise To Release Cast Recording; 2 Singles Available Now by Margaret Hall

The musical is up for four 2024 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Choreography, Best Orchestrations, and Best Lighting Design.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02PM

Watch: See Joy Woods Perform 'My Days' from The Notebook The Musical in New Onstage Video by Margaret Hall

The musical—featuring a score by Emmy winner Ingrid Michaelson—follows Allie and Noah, who share a lifetime of love despite forces that threaten to pull them apart.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

Reviews: What Do The Critics Think of Raja Feather Kelly's The Fires Off-Broadway? by Margaret Hall

Off-Broadway’s SoHo Rep venue presents the celebrated choreographer's new play, which centers on three different men in a South Brooklyn railroad.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:48AM

Tuesday, May 21, 2024

Jeff Calhoun to Direct Sister Act for Washington D.C's Ford's Theatre by Margaret Hall

The Alan Menken-Glenn Slater musical is one of three mainstage productions announced by the legendary venue for its 2024-2025 season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:06PM

How to Dance in Ohio Will Get U.K. Premiere in 2025 by Margaret Hall

The production was a major milestone for neurodivergent representation on Broadway, with seven openly autistic actors in the cast.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:02PM

Barbies and LEGO and Bears, Oh My! A Wicked Movie Merch Bonanza Is On the Horizon by Margaret Hall

Nearly 100 product collaborations will be made between the upcoming two-part Wicked film adaptation and retailers.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM

Tony Winners Rachel Bay Jones and Danny Burstein to Star in Laura Somers Film Rise and Shine by Margaret Hall

The film is based on the true story of Janice Steele and her daughter Terri, who was born with cerebral palsy and a developmental delay.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:36AM

Raja Feather Kelly's The Fires Opens Off-Broadway May 21 by Margaret Hall

Off-Broadway’s SoHo Rep venue presents the celebrated choreographer's new play, which centers on three different men in a South Brooklyn railroad.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32AM

Monday, May 20, 2024

Candis C. Jones, Arya Shahi, and More Join Chautauqua Theater Company's 2024 Season by Margaret Hall

The New York company has revealed creative teams for their upcoming summer season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:28PM

Candis C. Jones, Arya Shahi, and More Join Chautauqua Theater Company's 150th Anniversary Season by Margaret Hall

The New York company has revealed creative teams for their upcoming summer season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:02PM

Original Cast of How to Dance in Ohio Returns to New York for Reunion Concert May 20 by Margaret Hall

The production was a major milestone for neurodivergent representation on Broadway, with seven openly autistic actors in the cast.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02AM

Friday, May 17, 2024

See Backstreet Boys Star AJ McLean Surprise Audiences at & Juliet With a Performance of 'Everybody' by Margaret Hall

The hit jukebox musical continues at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:18PM

'My Dream Came True': Ernie Sabella Reflects on 30 Years Of The Lion King by Margaret Hall

The Broadway vet voiced Pumbaa in the Disney classic, and he's about to sing "Hakuna Matata" again at the Hollywood Bowl.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:18PM

Nominations for Actors' Equity's 2024 ACCA Awards, Recognizing Broadway Ensembles, Are Out by Margaret Hall

The honor is the only industry accolade of its kind to award chorus members of Broadway musicals.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:42PM

Richard Maltby, Jr. and David Shire to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award From American Popular Song Society by Margaret Hall

Established in 1980, the American Popular Song Society is a New York based not-for-profit social organization dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the American songbook.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18PM