All stories by Margaret Hall on BroadwayStars

Wednesday, May 8, 2024

Watch: See Anthony Ramos in New Trailer for Twisters by Margaret Hall

The disaster movie features the Hamilton alum as the best friend of a storm chaser-turned-storm tracker.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:18PM

Why Purlie Victorious and Our Town Producer Irene Gandy Can't Bring Herself to Retire by Margaret Hall

This industry powerhouse is now helping launch a fellowship for up-and-coming directors, and picking up some lifetime achievement awards.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:18PM

My Son's A Queer (But What Can You Do?) to Embark on New U.K. Tour by Margaret Hall

The Olivier nominated show will embark on a seven-stop tour this summer.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

Twelve Angry Men the Musical Begins Performances at Asolo Rep May 8 by Margaret Hall

Utilizing a jazz-infused score, 12 men debate the fate of a young defendant charged with murdering his father.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM
Tuesday, May 7, 2024

10 Top Looks From Broadway Stars at the 2024 Met Gala by Margaret Hall

Cole Escola, J. Harrison Ghee, the cast of The Wiz, and other stage stars were among the attendees at fashion's biggest night.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:36PM

Oscar Winner Robert Downey Jr. to Make Broadway Debut This Season by Margaret Hall

Downey will star in Pulitzer Prize-winner Ayad Akhtar's newest play, MCNEAL, at Lincoln Center Theater.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:12PM

Dylan Mulvaney to Debut New Solo Musical at Edinburgh Fringe by Margaret Hall

The social media star will dive into the labels that have been thrust upon her throughout her highly publicized transition, her relationship with God, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:36PM

New Musical From Here Sets Off-Broadway Premiere by Margaret Hall

Set in 2016, the musical centers on a gay man's journey to recover from the Pulse Nightclub shooting.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:36PM

Watch: Stereophonic Makes Its Late Night Debut With 'Masquerade' on The Tonight Show by Margaret Hall

Featuring an original song by Arcade Fire's Will Butler, the record-breaking play performed on the late night show May 6.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM
Monday, May 6, 2024

Michael Cerveris, Twyla Tharp, Britton & The Sting, More Set for 2024 Little Island Summer Series by Margaret Hall

Running for four months, beginning in June, the small man-made island will host a roster of original work, all commissioned by and developed at Little Island.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:12PM

Video: See The Great Gatsby Perform on Good Morning America by Margaret Hall

The musical performed a medley of songs on the morning show May 6.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:06PM

Photos: Step Inside the 2023–2024 Broadway Design Celebration by Margaret Hall

Hosted by David Rockwell at the Civilian Hotel, the evening honored theatre designers and their work this season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:48AM

Reviews: What Do Critics Think of Twenty-Sided Tavern Off-Broadway? by Margaret Hall

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

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:42AM

Playbill Songwriter Series: The Multi-Lingual Artistry of Spring Awakening's Robi Hager by Margaret Hall

The Broadway vet is using his writing talents to craft an artistic voice for immigrants and refugees.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:32AM
Sunday, May 5, 2024

Twenty-Sided Tavern Officially Opens Off-Broadway May 5 by Margaret Hall

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

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02AM
Friday, May 3, 2024

Patrick Page to Star in Titus Andronicus Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

The three-performance workshop will be the latest in Red Bull Theater's 20th Anniversary Festival.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02PM

Immersive New Orleans Musical Last Night at the Rue Bayou Will Hold Industry Reading by Margaret Hall

The piece immerses audiences in an out-of-the-way club on the edge of New Orleans.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

Denise Gough Reprises Olivier-Winning Role in People, Places, and Things Beginning May 3 by Margaret Hall

Duncan Macmillan's celebrated addiction drama returns to the West End.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:48AM

Dan Lauria and Patty McCormack Begin Performances in Just Another Day May 3 by Margaret Hall

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

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:48AM
Thursday, May 2, 2024

Fringe Festival Playbill Pick Bullring Techno Makeout Jamz Sets Bristol Old Vic Run by Margaret Hall

In the piece, Nathan Queeley-Dennis takes audiences on a sensitive and revealing journey through dating.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:42AM

Frank Wildhorn Musical Manga Adaptation Your Lie in April to Play London's West End by Margaret Hall

The stage version of the popular manga, anime, and live-action film previously played two successful London concerts.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:32AM
Wednesday, May 1, 2024

Queer Cabaret Takes Center Stage in Expanded Assembly Edinburgh Fringe Roster by Margaret Hall

Ranging from internet sensation Dylan Mulvaney to Fringe favorite Reuben Kaye, Assembly is turning the spotlight on artists who push boundaries.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:32PM

Barry Edelstein To Adapt and Direct New Henry VI for San Diego's The Old Globe by Margaret Hall

Edelstein will directs a cast of 30, with over 1,000 San Diegans participating directly in the milestone production that will mark the completion of the Bard’s canon at the venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:18PM

Waitress Original Cast Member Thay Floyd Has Died by Margaret Hall

Mr. Floyd was also an accomplished drag artist under the name KoKo Aviance.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:42PM

New Sweeney Todd-Inspired EP Bleeders Coming From Black Veil Brides by Margaret Hall

In addition to the album's title track, the record will include a cover of "My Friends" from the Sondheim classic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:54PM

Pinder Prize Winner Bronwyn Kuss to Play Edinburgh Fringe by Margaret Hall

The highly awarded comic, whose dry style of storytelling has made her one of the most popular young comics in Australia, will make her Fringe debut.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:42AM

How Cheap Rent Allowed Jayne Houdyshell to Become a Broadway Actor by Margaret Hall

The Tony-winning actor shares her journey from regional theatre powerhouse to one of Broadway’s best.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:18AM
Tuesday, April 30, 2024

How Do the 2024 Tony-Nominated Revivals Stack Up Against Previous Stagings? by Margaret Hall

This year's nominated revivals include one of the most Tony-nominated musicals of all time, a reworked cult classic, and multiple Broadway debuts ruled as revivals.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:32AM
Monday, April 29, 2024

Video: See Jeremy Jordan and Eva Noblezada in Highlights From The Great Gatsby on Broadway by Margaret Hall

The new musical adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel officially opened April 25 at the Broadway Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:18PM

Watch the Trailer for New The Lion King Prequel Mufasa: The Lion King by Margaret Hall

Hitting theatres this winter, the film will feature music by Lin-Manuel Miranda and Lebo M., and many of the voice actors from the 2019 adaptation of the original film.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:42PM