All stories by Meg Masseron on BroadwayStars

Monday, August 14, 2023

Jeremy Jordan, Mandy Gonzalez, Manu Narayan, More Set for SOMA Stage's Broadway in the Park Concert by Meg Masseron

The 2nd annual New Jersey concert, featuring music direction by Louis Danowsky, is free to the public.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:49PM

Winners Announced for Samuel French Off Off Broadway Short Play Festival by Meg Masseron

The six plays will be published and available for licensing by Concord Theatricals.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:43PM

Amy Di Bartolomeo, Dale Evans, Emily Burnett, More to Lead Staged Concert of For Tonight at London's Adelphi by Meg Masseron

The new musical features a book, music, and lyrics by Shenelle Salcido and Spencer Williams.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:43PM
Friday, August 11, 2023

Sony Masterworks Broadway Releases Remastered Versions of Sondheim's Company, Sweeney Todd, Into the Woods, Assassins by Meg Masseron

The late composer and lyricist consulted on the series of remixed and remastered cast recordings before his passing in 2021.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:04PM

Love Letters to Return to Irish Rep With Matthew Broderick, Brooke Shields, Victor Garber, More in Limited Runs by Meg Masseron

The drama following two friends exchanging letters over time had a sold-out run last spring.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:33AM
Thursday, August 10, 2023

Jenn Colella Will Return to 54 Below Out and Proud by Meg Masseron

The evenings are a celebration of Pride through a mix of pop, rock, funk, and musical theatre selections.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:07PM

Check Out Who's Starring in Theresa Rebeck's Dig Off-Broadway at Primary Stages by Meg Masseron

The Pulitzer finalist will also direct her new play about redemption of the seemingly irredeemable.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:19PM

Lin Shaye Will Be Tripping on Life Off-Broadway This Fall by Meg Masseron

Robert Galinsky directs the solo exploration of womanhood in the 1960s.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:43AM
Wednesday, August 9, 2023

Abby Mueller to Make Solo NYC Concert Debut Next Year by Meg Masseron

The Six star will offer career highlights from Les Misérables, West Side Story, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:19PM

20 Seconds: A Play With Music Sets New York Premiere by Meg Masseron

Thomas Sweitzer's solo play won Best Solo Performance at the 2022 Capital Fringe Festival.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:19PM

Cast Announced for Off-Broadway Premiere of Bettinger’s Luggage by Meg Masseron

Albert M. Tapper's play is based on a true story about a Jewish family living on the Lower East Side in the 1970s.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:43PM
Tuesday, August 8, 2023

Casting Announced for Off-Broadway Premiere of Relapse Musical by Meg Masseron

Joey McKneely will direct and choreograph the new musical about mental health recovery.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:55PM

Phylicia Rashad, Bryce Pinkham, Jeff Hiller, More Set for Theatre Aspen's Annual Solo Flights Festival by Meg Masseron

The festival will include six new works, several penned by its performers.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:07PM
Monday, August 7, 2023

Cast Announced for Off-Broadway World Premiere of Emma Horwitz's Mary Gets Hers by Meg Masseron

Josiah Davis directs the play, set to begin performances in September.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:43PM

Cheyenne Jackson to Make 54 Below Debut by Meg Masseron

The Emmy- and Grammy-nominated Into the Woods star will perform four nights at the Manhattan cabaret venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:37PM

Derek Klena and Ali Stroker Join Lineup for New York Pops' 21st Century Broadway Carnegie Hall Concert by Meg Masseron

The two artists replace the previously announced Jeremy Jordan and Elizabeth Stanley.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:04PM

Cirque du Soleil to Return to Madison Square Garden With Holiday Show by Meg Masseron

'Twas the Night Before… will also be presented in Chicago this winter.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:55AM

Susan Stroman, Andy Blankenbuehler, Alex Lacamoire, More Set for Time Step Symposium by Meg Masseron

Open Jar Institute's discussion, which will be presented in person and virtually, will explore the creation of Broadway dance music.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:07AM

Wesley Taylor, Akron Lanier Watson, Etai Benson, More Cast in New Musical The 12 at Goodspeed by Meg Masseron

John Doyle directs the musical about the 12 disciples grappling with the loss of their leader.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:33AM

Funny Girl on Broadway Recoups Its Investment by Meg Masseron

The news comes just one month before the show's closure on September 3.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:33AM
Sunday, August 6, 2023

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre Saw Funny Girl This Weekend by Meg Masseron

Being at the front lines of political press is always busy, but Jean-Pierre took a few hours to enjoy a classic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:55PM

Broadway and Beyond: Access for Stage Managers of Color to Host Networking Event by Meg Masseron

The event will offer both in-person and virtual attendance options.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:07AM
Saturday, August 5, 2023

Broadway Veteran Walter Charles Dies at 78 by Meg Masseron

Charles made his Broadway debut in the original production of Grease.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:37AM
Friday, August 4, 2023

The Lion King and In The Heights Star Clifton Oliver Dies at 47 by Meg Masseron

Oliver notably played Benny in the Lin-Manuel Miranda musical opposite Jordin Sparks.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:04AM

Edinburgh Festival Fringe to Partner With Nouveau Riche Productions to Address Inequality by Meg Masseron

The partnership will address the barriers for BIPOC artists participating in the Fringe Festival.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:04AM
Wednesday, August 2, 2023

With Nearly 3,500 Shows, the 2023 Edinburgh Festival Fringe Is the Second-Largest Ever by Meg Masseron

Local businesses are also reporting a rise to pre-pandemic economic activity.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:13AM
Monday, July 31, 2023

Greta Thunberg Will Speak at Edinburgh Playhouse During August Festivals by Meg Masseron

The groundbreaking climate activist will discuss her new book, and the event will be livestreamed

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:43AM
Saturday, July 29, 2023

'You Have To Be 100% Unabashedly Yourself': Alex Newell On Their Journey to Being the First Tony-Winning Non-Binary Actor by Meg Masseron

The Shucked star appeared on The View to discuss their history-making year on Broadway, and perform their show-stopping number "Independently Owned."

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:04PM
Thursday, July 27, 2023

Comedian Megan Stalter Will Present Show at Edinburgh Festival Fringe by Meg Masseron

The American comedian will be bringing her mischief and musical talent to Fringe audiences next month.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:43PM

La Jolla Playhouse Announces Lineup For 2023 Latinx New Play Festival by Meg Masseron

The San Diego theatre will present four new works by Latine playwrights from across the country.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:55AM
Tuesday, July 25, 2023

Living Statues, Acrobats, and More Than 500 Buskers: The Edinburgh Fringe's Free Street Events by Meg Masseron

While hopping from show to show, audiences at the Fringe will have plenty of entertainment on the streets of Edinburgh.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:19AM

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