All stories by Molly Higgins on BroadwayStars

Friday, September 22, 2023

Casting Announced for Daybreak Concert, Directed by L Morgan Lee by Molly Higgins

The one-night-only concert is set for October 8 at The Laurie Beechman Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:43AM

Eric Ulloa and Andrew Keenan-Bolger's Mikey's Army Sets New York City Festival Debut by Molly Higgins

Claybourne Elder, Krystina Alabado, and Shuga Cain are featured in the short film, set to screen in October.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:43AM
Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Mayor Eric Adams Convenes 1st Live Performance Industry Council Meeting by Molly Higgins

The 52-member council was created to support the live performance sector through collaboration between leaders in government and performance.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:43AM

Edinburgh Fringe Favorite Before the Drugs Kick In Sets 2 NYC Showcases by Molly Higgins

Mike Lemme's production will hold Equity-approved showcases at the end of the month to expand its creative and production teams.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:43AM
Sunday, September 17, 2023

Video: Josh Gad and Andrew Rannells Celebrate First Performance of Gutenberg! on Broadway by Molly Higgins

Previews began with a sold-out performance September 15.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:33PM
Friday, September 15, 2023

Photos: See the Dancers Who Were Set to Perform at the Cancelled Chita Rivera Tribute by Molly Higgins

The event, part of the Curtain Up Broadway Festival, was cancelled due to inclement weather. But several of the performers came by the Playbill studio for a photoshoot.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:43AM

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene to Present World Premiere of Amid Falling Walls by Molly Higgins

The new musical celebrates the resilience and hope of Holocaust survivors through Yiddish song.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:55AM

Rock-Horror Musical Exorcistic to Play Limited Engagement in NYC by Molly Higgins

A rotating cast of Broadway guest stars are set to appear in the musical parody at The Box in October.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:37AM

Jerry Mitchell, James Lapine, JoAnn M. Hunter, More Set for Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation Fundraiser by Molly Higgins

Try it Like This: Directors and Choreographers Take the Stage is set for October 16 at 54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:37AM
Thursday, September 14, 2023

Maxwell Beer and Amy Marie Haven Named 2023 Prince Fellows by Molly Higgins

Both will receive resources for development of a new theatrical production, plus mentorship from producers and industry specialists.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:07AM

Photos: Broadway Stars Turn a Spotlight on Unsung Industry Heroes at 2023 American Theatre Wing Gala by Molly Higgins

LaChanze, Ariana DeBose, Leslie Odom Jr., and more were among the evening's attendees—each nominated an unsung hero of the theatre industry.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:25AM

All Arts to Stream Manhattan Theatre Club Documentary by Molly Higgins

Manhattan Theatre Club, a Home for Artists will be available to stream for free November 21.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:13AM

Harmony Celebrates Rosh Hashanah at the Barrymore Theatre September 14 by Molly Higgins

The Broadway musical will ring in the Jewish New Year with a blessing and traditional refreshments.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:13AM
Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Playwrights Realm Announces 2023-2024 Writing Fellows and Scratchpad Playwrights by Molly Higgins

Playwrights in both programs receive development and reading opportunities.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:55AM

Broadway's Here Lies Love Announces Rush Policy for Union Members by Molly Higgins

The David Byrne-Fatboy Slim musical plays the Broadway Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:55AM

Out of the Box Theatrics to Operate Former New Ohio Theatre Off-Broadway by Molly Higgins

The West Village venue has been renamed 154.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:55AM

Waterfall, Starring Jon Jon Briones, Josh Dela Cruz, Danielle Hope, More, Begins September 13 in Thailand by Molly Higgins

Takonkeit Viravan directs the new musical at the Muangthai Rachadalai Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:19AM
Tuesday, September 12, 2023

The Devil Wears Prada Musical to Open in the West End by Molly Higgins

Tony Award winner Jerry Mitchell will direct and choreograph the musical based on the 2006 film and original novel.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:19PM
Monday, September 11, 2023

L Morgan Lee Will Direct Concert Presentation of Daybreak by Molly Higgins

The Tony nominee will direct an adapted version of the musical at The Laurie Beechman Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:07AM

Into the Burrow: A Peter Rabbit Trail Sets World Premiere at Alliance Theatre by Molly Higgins

The musical will premiere at the Atlanta company's Hertz Stage October 14.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:37AM
Saturday, September 9, 2023

Watch the Curtain Up Prudential Stages on Broadway Concert and See Who Won the Contest by Molly Higgins

The four finalists performed in Times Square September 9.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:58PM

Photos: See the Performers of the Curtain Up Prudential Stages on Broadway Concert by Molly Higgins

The four finalists performed in Times Square September 9.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:58PM
Friday, September 8, 2023

Stars in the House Raises Over $55,000 for Entertainment Community Fund During Labor Day Special by Molly Higgins

Seth Rudetsky, James Wesley, and Annette Bening presented Monday's event, featuring numerous special guests.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:37AM
Thursday, September 7, 2023

Get a First Look at Sierra Boggess, Chip Zien, Julie Benko, and More in Rehearsal for Harmony by Molly Higgins

Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman's new musical begins previews October 18 at the Barrymore Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:55AM
Wednesday, September 6, 2023

13 College Scholarships for Theatre and Arts Students by Molly Higgins

This roundup of scholarships is full of resources for students in theatre and performing arts.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:19AM

Broadway's Upcoming How to Dance in Ohio Releases 4-Track EP by Molly Higgins

Get a first listen to four tracks from the new musical before it begins Broadway previews in November.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:43AM
Tuesday, September 5, 2023

DJ Fatboy Slim Performs 1-Night-Only Set Following Here Lies Love Broadway Performance by Molly Higgins

The performance marked his first New York City show in over a decade.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:04AM
Sunday, September 3, 2023

Kristin Chenoweth Ties the Knot in Pink-Themed Ceremony by Molly Higgins

The Broadway star married musician Josh Bryant September 2.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:04PM

Shucked’s Caroline Innerbichler Announces Pregnancy by Molly Higgins

The Broadway star shared the news in an Instagram photo, complete with a corn-adorned onesie.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:04PM

Lea Michele Says Goodbye to Funny Girl With Heartfelt Essay by Molly Higgins

The Broadway revival played its final performance at the August Wilson Theatre September 3.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:19PM