All stories by Margaret Hall on BroadwayStars

Monday, October 2, 2023

Live Aid–Inspired Musical Just For One Day Will Play London's Old Vic 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 10:43AM
Saturday, September 30, 2023

Hair, With Jordan Dobson and Andrew Polec, Begins Performances at Two River Theater September 30 by Margaret Hall

The Old Globe production plays the New Jersey theatre through October 22.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:07AM

RSC Production of Hamnet Begins Performances in the West End September 30 by Margaret Hall

Erica Whyman directs Lolita Chakrabarti's newest play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:07AM
Friday, September 29, 2023

Fantasies Come True, Concert Celebrating LGBTQ+ Theatre, to Play London's Other Palace by Margaret Hall

The evening will feature an array of West End talent.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:07PM

Musical Short Film Riding Out the Storm to Be Screened in New York by Margaret Hall

Featuring Mimi Bessette, Diana Huey, Mel Maghuyop, and Wade McCollum, the film takes place the day Hurricane Sandy made landfall on Staten Island.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:43AM

Dermot Mulroney, Beth Leavel, and Jenna Lea Rosen to Star in Mack & Mabel Concerts by Margaret Hall

The Jerry Herman musical will return to California for four concert performances.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:33AM

World Premiere of Shooting Hedda Gabler Begins Performances September 29 by Margaret Hall

Nina Segal's new work plays London's Rose Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:03AM
Thursday, September 28, 2023

Kate Hamill to Be Honored at Primary Stages' 39th Anniversary Gala by Margaret Hall

The evening will feature performances by Judy Gold, Andy Karl, Orfeh, Javier Muñoz, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:43PM

Leslie Odom Jr. and Kara Young to Host Arthur Miller Foundation Honors by Margaret Hall

This year's honors will celebrate playwright Martyna Majok, philanthropists Jerre and Mary Joy Stead, and theatre teacher Talia Jaime.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:07PM

Magician Asi Wind's Inner Circle Sets Closing Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

The solo magic show is playing an extended run at The Judson Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:33PM

Actor Michael Gambon Dies at 82 by Margaret Hall

The stage and screen star was known for his embodiment of powerfully vulnerable leaders.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:19AM

Here's Who's Starring in Peter Pan Goes Wrong West End Encore by Margaret Hall

The farce, from the creators of The Play That Goes Wrong, previously played Broadway's Ethel Barrymore.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:07AM
Wednesday, September 27, 2023

A Musical About Star Wars' Extends Off-Broadway Return by Margaret Hall

The musical previously enjoyed successful 2019 engagements Off-Broadway at Theatre Row and St. Luke's Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:33PM

Christian Borle to Direct Concert Honoring Howard Ashman, Starring John Cariani, Manu Narayan, and More by Margaret Hall

The two-time Tony winner previously starred in the hit Off-Broadway revival of Ashman and Menken's Little Shop of Horrors.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:55PM

Jelani Remy, Kate Rockwell, Nasia Thomas, More to Appear in 35th Annual Festival of New Musicals by Margaret Hall

The festival has previously presented Come From Away, The Drowsy Chaperone, and Thoroughly Modern Millie, all before they made it to Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:43PM

Fault Line Theatre Reveals Casting For Backstroke Boys and The Beautiful Land I Seek (La Linda Tierra Que Busco Yo) by Margaret Hall

The productions are the newest works in Fault Line's new play development program.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:25PM

Former Phoenix Theater Executive Director Marilyn S. Miller Dies at 88 by Margaret Hall

Ms. Miller led nearly 20 companies to Broadway throughout her illustrious career.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:37AM

Reviews: What Do Critics Think of Frank and Percy, Starring Ian McKellen and Roger Allam? by Margaret Hall

Ben Weatherill’s new romantic comedy is directed by Sean Mathias.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:03AM
Tuesday, September 26, 2023

Independent Ticketing Company Brown Paper Tickets Accused of Withholding Revenue by Margaret Hall

The ticketing platform, which was previously sued by the state of Washington, is now being accused of withholding profits from an Off-Broadway theatre company.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:19PM

Daveed Diggs and Emmy Raver-Lampman Are Expecting Their 1st Child by Margaret Hall

The Hamilton stars took to social media September 26 to share the happy news.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:43PM

The Lion King, Aladdin, MJ, More to Offer Autism-Friendly Performances by Margaret Hall

Made possible by TDF, the shows will present accessible performances throughout 2023 and 2024.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:33PM

Steve Coogan to Star in World Premiere of Stanley Kubrick's Dr. Strangelove in the West End by Margaret Hall

The seven-time BAFTA winner will lead the first theatrical adaptation of Kubrick's legendary film.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:55AM

To Betty Who and Phillip Boykin, Hadestown Is Basically The Parent Trap by Margaret Hall

Broadway’s newest Persephone and Hades think the appeal of this godly couple is how real they feel.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:03AM

Constance Wu and Corbin Bleu Join Off-Broadway's Little Shop of Horrors September 26 by Margaret Hall

The stars step into the roles of Audrey and Seymour succeeding Jeremy Jordan and Joy Woods.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:03AM
Monday, September 25, 2023

Watch the High-Energy Trailer For Japan's Moulin Rouge: The Musical by Margaret Hall

The production, which reunites the original Broadway creative team, is performed in both Japanese and English.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:19PM

Company XIV to Stage Immersive Halloween Party Dance With the Devil by Margaret Hall

The Brooklyn nightclub blends high and low art for a distinctly dramatic aesthetic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:37AM

Darren Criss to Play London's Palladium by Margaret Hall

The one-night-only concert will also feature two of Criss's former collaborators, Starkid Productions' Lauren Lopez and Joey Richter.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:49AM
Friday, September 22, 2023

Feel Good Friday: See Hamilton's Tamar Greene Serenade His Real-Life Son With 'Wheels of a Dream' from Ragtime by Margaret Hall

The heartwarming video of Greene sharing a tender moment with his son during soundcheck has gone viral.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:33PM

Puffs, the Off-Broadway Hit About the Classmates of a Certain Boy Wizard, Recoups Investment by Margaret Hall

The production was filmed live Off-Broadway in 2018 for a streaming release.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:04PM

Matthew LaBanca's Communion Begins Developmental Premiere Off-Broadway at The Cell September 22 by Margaret Hall

The one man show centers on a gay school teacher who is fired from his position at a Catholic School when his sexual orientation is revealed.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:43AM
Thursday, September 21, 2023

Watch: Steve Martin Brings Down The House in New 'Which of the Pickwick Triplets Did It' Music Video by Margaret Hall

The song features spoilers for the new season of Only Murders in the Building.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:37PM

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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