All stories by Ruthie Fierberg on BroadwayStars

Friday, September 20, 2019

Why Elizabeth McGovern Couldn't Have Done Downton Abbey Without Her Theatre Training by Ruthie Fierberg

The lady of the estate talks about the upcoming film, the play she’s writing, and what show she wants to bring to Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:00AM
Thursday, September 19, 2019

Playbill Playlist: Soothing Broadway Tunes for Yoga and Meditation by Ruthie Fierberg

Whether you need a peaceful track for morning meditation or soundtrack for at-home yoga, Playbill’s Spotify playlist has you covered.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:00AM
Wednesday, September 18, 2019

Ballet Hispánico to Re-Imagine the Sharks of Broadway’s West Side Story and More by Ruthie Fierberg

The renowned Latinx dance company will perform at the Apollo.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:46AM

Downton Abbey’s Carson and Molesley Spill Details About the New Movie, Cast Chemistry, and Why They Both Owe So Much to Theatre by Ruthie Fierberg

Plus, how a production of Guys and Dolls led to Jim Carter’s 36-year marriage to Imelda Staunton.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:00AM
Tuesday, September 17, 2019

7 Performances You Missed at The American Theatre Wing’s 2019 Gala Honoring Jonathan Larson and Family by Ruthie Fierberg

Plus, read an excerpt from an unearthed grant application by the Rent writer himself.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:13PM
Sunday, September 8, 2019

Listen to This Exclusive Track From the Upcoming Sex, Satire, and Song by Ruthie Fierberg

UnsungMusicalsCo’s Ben West offers a sneak peek of his upcoming exhibition on the history of the Broadway revue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:01AM
Friday, September 6, 2019

In the Heights and Hamilton Star Anthony Ramos Will Release Solo Album in October by Ruthie Fierberg

Listen to a snippet of the album from the Broadway performer and A Star Is Born actor.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:57AM

The Great Society Begins Broadway Performances September 6 by Ruthie Fierberg

Robert Schenkkan’s sequel to his Tony-winning All The Way continues to explore Lyndon B. Johnson's presidency .

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:44AM

Who Will Be Performing in Broadway’s Freestyle Love Supreme? by Ruthie Fierberg

The cast and special guests of the hip-hop improv show from Lin-Manuel Miranda reveal their most memorable past shows, the roots of their nicknames, and more in the FLS Yearbook.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:00AM
Thursday, September 5, 2019

Playbill Playlist: Commuter Edition by Ruthie Fierberg

The best Broadway tunes to keep you upbeat on your morning (and evening) commute.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:00AM
Wednesday, September 4, 2019

Younger’s Dan Amboyer to Lead Industry Reading of New Play Heathen Hill by Ruthie Fierberg

Written by The Phantom of the Opera’s Jason Forbach, the drama will receive the Hidden River Arts Playwriting Award.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:34AM
Friday, August 30, 2019

What Is It Like to Own a Broadway Theatre? by Ruthie Fierberg

In Martin Markinson’s new memoir Come On Along and Listen to My Life in Theatre, the owner of the Little Theatre turned Helen Hayes spills details of his 40-year theatre career.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:16AM

WATCH: Original Waitress Star Eric Anderson Sings Another Cut Song From the Sara Bareilles Musical by Ruthie Fierberg

The Broadway actor sings “Happy Enough” from What’s NOT Inside: The Lost Songs From Waitress the Musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

Ellen DeGeneres Teams Up With Come From Away’s David Hein and Irene Sankoff for New CW Series by Ruthie Fierberg

The television drama will be based on the memoir How to Get Run Over By a Truck.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:35AM
Thursday, August 29, 2019

Watch Rachel Bloom Drop Some Urinetown Knowledge on the Game Show Um, Actually by Ruthie Fierberg

The Crazy Ex-Girlfriend creator schools her fellow contestants on the Broadway-themed episode of CollegeHumor’s quiz show.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:59PM

Learn the Choreography From Hercules’ ‘Zero to Hero’ Off-Broadway by Ruthie Fierberg

Choreographer Chase Brock teaches the full dance break to the new version of the gospel tune—plus what to expect from the stage adaptation of the Disney fan favorite.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:00AM
Wednesday, August 28, 2019

Watch This Cut Song From Disney’s Aladdin by Ruthie Fierberg

Mena Massoud and Naomi Scott duet in this deleted scene from the live action remake.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:46AM

How to Design Your School Production on a Budget by Ruthie Fierberg

Broadway’s best designers offer pro tips to create lights, sets, sounds, and costumes on a dime—that look like a million bucks.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:00AM

Meet The Muses Leading Disney’s Hercules at the Public Theater by Ruthie Fierberg

Tamika Lawrence, Rema Webb, Ramona Keller, and newcomers Brianna Cabrera and Tieisha Thomas talk about taking on the gospel truths of the iconic ladies for the Public Works production in the…

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:00AM
Tuesday, August 27, 2019

The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe and More Included in Lily Tomlin Retrospective at Film at Lincoln Center by Ruthie Fierberg

The Kennedy Center Honoree and Tony winner will celebrate her career, intertwined with that of partner Jane Wagner, with screenings, panels, and a Q&A.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:16PM

Broadway’s Victor Garber, Mark Ruffalo, and More Star in New Film Dark Waters by Ruthie Fierberg

The Tony Award nominees and more theatre names lead the movie, out this November.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:37AM
Monday, August 26, 2019

Sutton Foster On What to Expect From The Music Man, Younger, and More by Ruthie Fierberg

Catching up with the two-time Tony winner on how she spent her summer, family life, and why she loves National Dog Day.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:30AM
Sunday, August 25, 2019

6 Ways to Get Tickets to Broadway’s Moulin Rouge! by Ruthie Fierberg

How to get seats on the day-of or in advance, from standing room to the most coveted seats in the house.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:00AM
Saturday, August 24, 2019

Inside Pip’s Island—the New Immersive Theatre Experience for Kids by Ruthie Fierberg

Check out the interactive theatrical adventure that has welcomed Broadway’s Neil Patrick Harris and his twins, Jane Krakowski and her son, and more

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:00AM
Friday, August 23, 2019

Listen to Ben Platt’s New Single ‘Rain’ by Ruthie Fierberg

The Dear Evan Hansen Tony winner belts out in his latest pop song.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:48PM

Yiddish Fiddler on the Roof Releases Cast Album August 23 by Ruthie Fierberg

Plus, go inside the recording of opening number, “Traditsye,” from the acclaimed Off-Broadway production.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Thursday, August 22, 2019

Miracle of Miracles Documentary Clip: How Sheldon Harnick and Jerry Bock Wrote Fiddler’s Music and Lyrics Separately by Ruthie Fierberg

In this exclusive clip from the upcoming film, hear how the writing duo collaborated to create “If I Were a Rich Man.”

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:41PM

Tony Winner Leslie Odom Jr. to Drop New Album by Ruthie Fierberg

The Hamilton alum announced release dates for his new single and full album.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:56AM

Watch Susan Boyle Reprise the Les Misérables Performance That Made Her Famous by Ruthie Fierberg

The woman who catapulted to fame with “I Dreamed a Dream” hit the America’s Got Talent stage.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:29AM

What Makes Washington, D.C.’s Arena Stage One of the Most Impressive Historic Theatres in the Country by Ruthie Fierberg

From the number of lamps used in Next to Normal to the number of casts Ben Platt wore in Dear Evan Hansen, we celebrate Arena Stage’s 70 years with notable accomplishments and wild factoid…

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:00AM
Wednesday, August 21, 2019

What I Learned From Sleeping on the Street With Stephanie J. Block, Adrienne Warren, and the Broadway Community by Ruthie Fierberg

Playbill Senior Features Editor Ruthie Fierberg shares her experience from the seventh annual Covenant House Broadway Sleep Out.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:57PM

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