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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

Amy Brenneman, Raviv Ullman, Jeremy Rabb, More Cast in the World Premiere of Galilee, 34 by Margaret Hall

Davis McCallum will direct Eleanor Burgess' new work at South Coast Repertory.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:06PM

Matthew Broderick, John Kani, Patrick Page, Alex Brightman Will Be Part of Shakespeare Theatre Company Season by Margaret Hall

The Washington, D.C. institution will present a mixture of new and revived work during the 2024-2025 season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:42PM

Paula Vogel's Mother Play Delays 1st Broadway Preview by Margaret Hall

The new play stars Jessica Lange, Jim Parsons, and Celia Keenan-Bolger.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:02PM

Photos: Sarah Paulson-Led Appropriate Takes 1st Curtain Call at the Belasco, Marking Ella Beatty's Broadway debut by Margaret Hall

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' comedic drama is playing a 13-week limited engagement at the Belasco following an earlier run at the Hayes.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18PM

Gloria Obianyo and Harriet Walter to Star in Ralph Fiennes-Directed As You Like It Next Year by Margaret Hall

The production will play the Theatre Royal Bath in a season that also includes a world premiere from David Hare.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:36AM

See Who's Starring in West End Run of Boys From the Blackstuff by Margaret Hall

Kate Wasserberg will direct James Graham’s adaptation of Alan Bleasdale’s TV drama.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:02AM
Monday, March 25, 2024

Photos: See Peter Brynolf and Jonas Ljung Make Magic in Stalker Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

The Swedish street magicians and illusionists bring their skills to New World Stages.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:32PM

Off-Broadway's 59E59 Receives $10 Million Donation by Margaret Hall

The donation will eliminate rental fees for producing theatre companies.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:06PM

Michael Greif to Be Honored at New Dramatists' Annual Spring Luncheon by Margaret Hall

The inaugural Konecky Award will be presented to Concord Theatricals.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18PM

Photos: Wayne Brady Visits the Cast of Broadway's The Notebook by Margaret Hall

The titular Wiz star stopped by the Schoenfeld prior to beginning performances at the Marquis Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18PM

Reviews: What Do Critics Think of Philadelphia, Here I Come! at Irish Rep? by Margaret Hall

The production is part of the Off-Broadway company's Friel Project, presenting four of playwright Brian Friel's plays set in the fictional town of Ballybeg.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:42AM

Cynthia Erivo, Ron Raines, Ruthie Ann Miles, Shuler Hensley to Star in A Little Night Music Lincoln Center Concerts by Margaret Hall

John Doyle will direct the four concerts, which will feature new orchestrations by Jonathan Tunick, who will also conduct.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM

Edinburgh Fringe Hit No Love Songs to Transfer to London by Margaret Hall

The new musical centers on the emotional experience of being a new parent and the weight of postnatal depression.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM

Come Spirit, Come Charm Concert Celebrating Lucy Simon Held at Joe's Pub March 25 by Margaret Hall

The late Grammy winner and Tony nominee will be honored by an all-star lineup.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM

Broadway's Appropriate Extension Begins March 25 by Margaret Hall

The Second Stage production will play a 13-week limited engagement at the Belasco following an earlier run at the Hayes.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM

Tony Winners Bonnie Milligan and J. Harrison Ghee Host Maestra Music's Amplify 2024 March 25 by Margaret Hall

The evening celebrates such female and nonbinary composers and lyricists as Kristen Anderson-Lopez, Rebekah Greer Melocik, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM
Sunday, March 24, 2024

Philadelphia, Here I Come Officially Opens at Irish Rep Off-Broadway March 24 by Margaret Hall

The production is part of the Off-Broadway company's Friel Project, presenting four of playwright Brian Friel's plays set in the fictional Ballybeg.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM
Friday, March 22, 2024

Reviews: What Do The Critics Think of Laurence Fishburne's Like They Do in the Movies? by Margaret Hall

The piece, written and performed by the Tony winner, explores the life and lies of Hollywood.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM

Newsies: Where Are They Now? by Margaret Hall

Playbill checks in with the original Broadway cast of the Disney hit.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM

Video: How Jeremy Jordan Becomes Jay Gatsby in The Great Gatsby by Margaret Hall

Jordan shared some of his process on Live with Kelly and Mark March 21.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM
Thursday, March 21, 2024

See Who's Joining John Douglas Thompson and Nicole Ari Parker in Antony and Cleopatra Reading by Margaret Hall

Part of Red Bull Theater's Revelation Reading Series, the performance is being directed by Arin Arbus.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:06PM

Broadway's Water for Elephants Opens March 21 by Margaret Hall

The high-flying musical adaptation plays Broadway's Imperial Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02AM
Wednesday, March 20, 2024

Brian Cox to Serve as Patron of Edinburgh Festival Fringe by Margaret Hall

Cox will join Eddie Izzard and Phoebe Waller-Bridge as an ambassador for the festival.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:06PM

Vineyard Theatre Sets Spring Reading Series by Margaret Hall

The Off-Broadway company will present readings of five new works from their artists in residence.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:36PM

James Corden and Anna Maxwell Martin to Star in The Constituent at London's Old Vic by Margaret Hall

The world premiere production will play later this summer.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02PM

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button to Transfer to West End by Margaret Hall

Jethro Compton directs the new musical, based on the F. Scott Fitzgerald short story.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:12AM
Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Photos: Step Inside An Enemy of the People's Opening Night on Broadway by Margaret Hall

The Ibsen revival, adapted by Amy Herzog and directed by Sam Gold, plays Circle in the Square Theatre with a cast featuring Jeremy Strong.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:12PM

New Staging of Leopoldstadt, More in 2024-2025 Season Lineup for Boston's Huntington by Margaret Hall

The Boston company has announced five of their seven titles, including the Olivier- and Tony-winning Tom Stoppard play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

Kia Corthron's Fish Begins Performances Off-Broadway March 19 by Margaret Hall

Directed by Adrienne D. Williams, the play is centered on the individuals who make up America’s education system.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02AM

Teeth Officially Opens Off-Broadway March 19 by Margaret Hall

The world premiere musical from Anna K. Jacobs and Michael R. Jackson plays Playwrights Horizons.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02AM

BATHHOUSE.PPTX Begins Performances Off-Broadway March 19 by Margaret Hall

Described as "a group project for perverts," the play is a meditation on queer longing and grief.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02AM