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Thursday, February 27, 2025

Oscar Winning Actor Gene Hackman Dies at 95 by Margaret Hall

The versatile performer was found in his longtime Sante Fe home alongside his wife, classical pianist Betsy Arakawa, who was also deceased at the time of discovery.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM

What Do Reviews Say of D.A. Mindell’s On the Evolutionary Function of Shame Off-Broadway? by Margaret Hall

The play is an exploration of identity, family, and the courage it takes to live authentically.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM

U.K. Premiere of White Rose: The Musical Begins Performances February 27 by Margaret Hall

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

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:12AM
Wednesday, February 26, 2025

Elizabeth LeCompte and Spalding Gray's Nayatt School Will Be Reimagined Off-Broadway in Nayatt School Redux by Margaret Hall

The original 1978 piece was Gray’s first foray into the monologue form, launching his influential career as an autobiographical monologist.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:36PM

Second Stage Welcomes 9 New Trustees by Margaret Hall

The new members come from an array of backgrounds, from law and education fields to the Olympics and Paralympic Foundation and Gates Foundation.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:18PM

Town Hall to Honor Lin-Manuel Miranda at 2025 Inaugural Spring Shout by Margaret Hall

The event will also pay tribute to Town Hall’s Board President Emeritus, Tom Wirtshafter, with the Town Hall Friend of the Arts Award.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06PM

Cynthia Erivo to Join Crime Dramedy Poker Face As 6 Identical Siblings by Margaret Hall

The Tony winner will play opposite Emmy nominee Natasha Lyonne on the Peacock television show.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM
Tuesday, February 25, 2025

Photos: Step Into Rehearsals for Broadway's The Picture of Dorian Gray by Margaret Hall

Succession star Sarah Snook won an Olivier Award for her performance in the solo play in the West End.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:32PM

Women & Theatre Podcast to Release Series for Women's History Month by Margaret Hall

In March, the podcast will dive deep into the legacy of Zora Neale Hurston, Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz, Wakako Yamauchi, Lesya Ukrainka, and Hannah Cowley.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:24PM

Seats on the Spectrum Initiative, Increasing Accessibility for Neurodivergent Theatre Audiences, Expands by Margaret Hall

The pilot program has been extended through the end of the 2024–2025 season, while an additional Off-Broadway theatre has been added to the program.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:48PM

How To Get $29 Tickets to John Proctor is the Villain by Margaret Hall

Danya Taymor will direct the new play by Kimberly Belflower, a reexamination of The Crucible.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM

Chryssie Whitehead Solo Show In My Own Little Corner Will Be Filmed by Margaret Hall

The autobiographical play with music chronicles Whitehead and her late mother’s shared stories of mental illness.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:48AM

The Last Laugh Begins Performances in London's West End February 25 by Margaret Hall

The London run precedes a U.K. tour and New York engagement.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:12AM
Monday, February 24, 2025

Cheeyang Ng, Kate Douglas, Heather Christian, More Receive 2024 Jonathan Larson Grants by Margaret Hall

Each winner will receive a $18,500 in grants to support the production of demo recordings.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:18PM

13 The Musical: Where Are They Now? by Margaret Hall

Ariana Grande! Elizabeth Gillies! MAX! Here's what the original Broadway cast of the Jason Robert Brown tuner is up to now.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:54PM

See Who's Starring in Classic Stage Company's 3rd Annual Classics Gone Mad! by Margaret Hall

Hosted by drag legend Nina West, this year's event will be Kander and Ebb–themed.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:48AM

Othello Begins Performances on Broadway February 24 by Margaret Hall

Directed by Kenny Leon, the revival stars Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal at the Barrymore Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:48AM
Friday, February 21, 2025

Douglas Lyons and Ethan D. Pakchar Musical Beau to Premiere Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

Josh Rhodes will direct the piece downtown this summer.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:48PM

Alicia Keys and Lily Ling Team Up for Streaming Maestra Conversation by Margaret Hall

Ling and Keys' discussion will explore the role of underrepresented voices in the music industry and how musical theatre is evolving under the influence of those voices.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:32PM
Thursday, February 20, 2025

Photos: Step Inside the Press Event for Broadway's Just in Time With Jonathan Groff by Margaret Hall

Starring Merrily We Roll Along Tony winner Groff as Bobby Darin, the musical will begin in March at Circle in the Square Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:18PM

Check Out Rehearsal Photos for Broadway's Real Women Have Curves Musical by Margaret Hall

Sergio Trujillo is directing and choreographing the musical adaptation.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:18PM

Ken-Matt Martin Joins Leadership Teams at Baltimore Center Stage and Arkansas Repertory Theatre by Margaret Hall

Martin has been named producing director at both regional institutions.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:12PM

How to Get $49 Tickets to Othello, Starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal by Margaret Hall

Directed by Kenny Leon, the revival will begin performances February 24 at the Barrymore Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:42AM

The Jeopardy! Category Is...Broadway by Margaret Hall

Test your Broadway musical knowledge against the Jeopardy contestants for an entire category of musical theatre answers.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:42AM

Musician Paul Ford Has Died at 71 by Margaret Hall

The marvelously talented pianist enjoyed an extended professional relationship with Mandy Patinkin.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM

Mint Theater Company's Garside's Career Opens Off-Broadway February 20 by Margaret Hall

Matt Dickson directs Harold Brighouse's political satire Off-Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM

World Premiere of Bess Wohl's Liberation Opens Off-Broadway February 20 by Margaret Hall

Directed by Whitney White, the Roundabout Theatre Company production features Kristolyn Lloyd, Susannah Flood, Kayla Davion, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM
Wednesday, February 19, 2025

Video: See Newsies Stars Surprise Kara Lindsay in Song at Walt Disney World by Margaret Hall

Adam Kaplan, Tommy Bracco, Jacob Guzman, and Aaron J. Albano made a surprise Newsies reunion performance February 18 at Walt Disney World.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:24PM

Drama Desk Awards Set Dates for Eligibility Cut-Off, Nominations, Award Ceremony by Margaret Hall

The awards honor Broadway, Off-Broadway, and Off-Off-Broadway productions.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:03PM

Megan Hill to Star in Off-Broadway Production of Crystal Skillman’s Open by Margaret Hall

Open is a queer love story told by an amateur magician as she attempts the impossible—to resurrect her girlfriend.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM
Tuesday, February 18, 2025

Video: See Paul Tazewell's BAFTA Win for Wicked Costume Design by Margaret Hall

Tazewell continues to dominate this year's award circuit, bringing in his seventh award for Wicked: Part 1.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:02PM

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