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Wednesday, March 28, 2018

An Exclusive Look at Lisa Birnbaum as Elizabeth Taylor in World Premiere of Cleo by Olivia Clement

The new play, about the behind-the-scenes love affair, will debut at Houston’s Alley Theatre in April.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:31PM

The Sol Project Expands Nationally and Partners With NYTW by Olivia Clement

The collective of artists, whose mission is to develop and produce the work of Latinx playwrights, continues to grow.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:00PM

Mary Zimmerman’s Steadfast Tin Soldier to Launch Lookingglass Season by Olivia Clement

The Chicago theatre unveils its 2018–2019 programming.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:52AM

Read Reviews for Rocktopia on Broadway by Olivia Clement

See what critics think of the new concert event, which celebrates the fusion of rock and classical music.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:16AM
Tuesday, March 27, 2018

Dee Snider to Step Into Rocktopia on Broadway by Olivia Clement

The Twisted Sister frontman and Rock of Ages alum will join the show for the fourth week of its limited engagement.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:12PM

Runaways Will Return for One Night for Public Theater’s Annual Gala by Olivia Clement

Sam Pinkleton and Ani Taj, who helmed the recent Encores! revival, will return to Elizabeth Swados’ groundbreaking musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:55PM

Tony Nominee Liesl Tommy to Direct Trevor Noah Biopic Starring Lupita Nyong'o by Olivia Clement

The Eclipsed and Relevance director will helm the film adaptation of the comedian and TV host's best-selling book.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:57AM

Lynn Nottage’s Mlima’s Tale Begins Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

The new play by the two-time Pulitzer Prize winner tells the story of an elephant trapped inside the clandestine ivory market.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Monday, March 26, 2018

Read Reviews for Lobby Hero on Broadway, Starring Chris Evans and Michael Cera by Olivia Clement

See what critics thought of Second Stage Theater's inaugural production at the Hayes Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:22PM

Margot Robbie Producing New TV Series With Contemporary, Female Focus on Shakespeare by Olivia Clement

The Oscar nominee is currently at work on the new project in Australia.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:05PM

Immersive Trainspotting Live to Debut Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

The stage adaptation of Irvine Welsh’s cult novel will arrive in NYC direct from a world tour.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:31PM

The Flamingo Kid Musical, Dominique Morisseau, Bess Wohl, and More Tapped for Hartford Stage by Olivia Clement

The Connecticut theatre unveils five of its upcoming six productions.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:56AM

Get to Know the 2018 Theatre Women Award Honorees by Olivia Clement

The theatremakers on what drives them, what the award means, and which artists are on their radars right now.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:14AM

Lobby Hero, With Chris Evans, Michael Cera, and More, Opens on Broadway by Olivia Clement

Bel Powley and Brian Tyree Henry also star in Kenneth Lonergan’s drama at the newly restored Hayes theater.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:09AM

Tony Winner Stockard Channing to Reprise Starring Role in Apologia Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

Alexi Kaye Campbell’s play will debut at Roundabout following its West End run.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:00AM
Saturday, March 24, 2018

Gypsy Actor Jenna Gavigan’s Broadway Journey Inspires New Children’s Book by Olivia Clement

Lulu the Broadway Mouse is about a little mouse with big dreams.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Gypsy Actor Jenna Gavigan’s Broadway Journey Inspires New Book for Middle Graders by Olivia Clement

Lulu the Broadway Mouse is about a little mouse with big dreams.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Friday, March 23, 2018

Kelli Barrett, Manu Narayan, and More Complete Broadway Cast of Gettin’ the Band Back Together by Olivia Clement

The musical comedy will begin performances July 19 at the Belasco Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:10PM

Manu Narayan, Kelli Barrett, and More Complete Broadway Cast of Gettin’ the Band Back Together by Olivia Clement

The musical comedy will begin performances July 19 at the Belasco Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:10PM

Antoinette Nwandu and Hansol Jung Named 2018 Whiting Award Winners by Olivia Clement

The awards are given annually to ten writers in fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:04PM

Antoinette Nwandu, Hansol Jung, and Nathan Alan Davis Named 2018 Whiting Award Winners by Olivia Clement

The awards are given annually to ten writers in fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:04PM

Gregg Mozgala to Star in World Premiere of Teenage Dick at Public Theater by Olivia Clement

The Public teams up with Ma-Yi Theater Company for Mike Lew's contemporary re-imagining of Richard III.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:34AM

Drew Droege to Return to Bright Colors and Bold Patterns for BroadwayHD Filming by Olivia Clement

The acclaimed solo play extends for a fourth and final time at SoHo Playhouse.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:21AM

U.S. Premiere of Yerma, Starring Billie Piper, Begins at the Park Avenue Armory by Olivia Clement

Simon Stone’s acclaimed adaptation of Federico Garcia Lorca’s play begins performances.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM
Thursday, March 22, 2018

Dear Evan Hansen's Kristolyn Lloyd, Francois Battiste, and More Tapped for Paradise Blue Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

The Signature Theatre production of Dominique Morisseau's play finds its cast.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:49AM

Denzel Washington-Led The Iceman Cometh Delays First Broadway Preview by Olivia Clement

Due to yesterday's snow storm, the revival will now begin March 23 at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:56AM
Wednesday, March 21, 2018

Dear Evan Hansen Nominated for Daytime Emmy Award by Olivia Clement

The company of the Tony-winning show are nominated for their performance of “You Will Be Found” on the Today Show last spring.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:46PM

Cheap Trick Frontman Robin Zander to Make Broadway Debut in Rocktopia by Olivia Clement

The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer will be a special guest vocalist in the show for the final week of its limited engagement.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:09PM

Edward Barbanell to Star in Amy and the Orphans in Select Matinees for Remainder of Run Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

Lindsey Ferrentino’s play will be titled Andy and the Orphans during the select performances.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:24PM

MCC's Upcoming Season Includes New Musical by Spring Awakening’s Duncan Sheik and Steven Sater Plus Aziza Barnes’ BLKS by Olivia Clement

The Off-Broadway theatre announces four new productions as part of its 2018–2019 programming in its new midtown home.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:48PM