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Tuesday, November 14, 2017

Tony Winner Nathan Lane Will Appear on The Blacklist’s 100th Episode by Ruthie Fierberg

The acclaimed actor, set to return to Broadway in the revival of Angels in America, guest stars on the TV show’s upcoming milestone broadcast.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:27AM

Hamilton’s Jordan Fisher Makes the Finals on Dancing With the Stars—See Why He Nabbed a Perfect Score by Ruthie Fierberg

Watch Fisher dance a sexy Argentine Tango and the routine that was performed flawlessly.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:07AM

Why This Jewish-American Playwright and Muslim-Kenyan Director Aren’t Afraid of Controversy by Ruthie Fierberg

The team behind the memorable Erlkings create a new play about Israel and the Jewish diaspora.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

13 Holiday Shows for the Whole Family See in New York City by Ruthie Fierberg

From staples like the Radio City Christmas Spectacular to new twists like The Hip Hop Nutcracker and Broadway’s Home for the Holidays, check out these limited holiday engagements.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

13 Holiday Shows for the Whole Family to See in New York City by Ruthie Fierberg

From staples like the Radio City Christmas Spectacular to new twists like The Hip Hop Nutcracker and Broadway’s Home for the Holidays, check out these limited holiday engagements.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Monday, November 13, 2017

Watch Official Trailer for the New Todrick Hall Documentary by Ruthie Fierberg

The Kinky Boots star and YouTube sensation reveals the magic behind his rise to fame in Behind the Curtain: Todrick Hall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:55PM

Watch This Trailer for the Upcoming Screening of the National Theatre’s Young Marx by Ruthie Fierberg

London’s NT Live will present the new comedy in theatres across the U.S. this December.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM

Watch Broadway’s Schuyler Sisters Sing ‘I’ll Be There’ by Ruthie Fierberg

Mandy Gonzalez, Lexi Lawson, and Joanna Jones share their original arrangement of the Michael Jackson favorite.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:30AM

Lin-Manuel Miranda Shares His Promise to Puerto Rico on CBS Sunday Morning by Ruthie Fierberg

The In the Heights and Hamilton creator visits the remains of his grandparents’ home in Puerto Rico and explains why there is still work to be done.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:19AM
Sunday, November 12, 2017

Watch: The Queen of Kids Music Debuts a Song from Her Upcoming Interstellar Cinderella by Ruthie Fierberg

The New York City Children’s Theatre production, featuring a score by Laurie Berkner, opens November 18.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Saturday, November 11, 2017

Stephen Schwartz Will Join Jason Robert Brown for One-Night-Only Event by Ruthie Fierberg

The two award-winning composers join forces for this intimate December concert.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:00PM

What Is The Difference Between Broadway, Off-Broadway, and Off-Off-Broadway? by Ruthie Fierberg

A simple chart to navigating New York theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Friday, November 10, 2017

Why Martin McDonagh Says His New Play May Be His Most Shocking by Ruthie Fierberg

The playwright talks about the upcoming transfer of his Hangmen from London to New York.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:39PM

What Did Critics Think of the Film Remake of Murder on the Orient Express? by Ruthie Fierberg

The Kenneth Branagh-helmed film, based on the Agatha Christie murder mystery, stars Tony winner Leslie Odom, Jr. and Tony nominee Josh Gad.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:53AM

Watch the Company of Broadway’s The Band’s Visit Greet Playbill Live on the Opening Night Red Carpet by Ruthie Fierberg

Stars Tony Shalhoub, Katrina Lenk, and the full cast and creative team of the acclaimed new musical share their journeys to Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:21AM

What Is the Most Starstruck Tony Winner Daveed Diggs Has Ever Been? by Ruthie Fierberg

The original Hamilton lead and star of the upcoming movie Wonder shares his story on Live With Kelly and Ryan.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:34AM

Watch: How Long Does It Take Expert Scenic Artists to Paint a Backdrop? by Ruthie Fierberg

See the whip-quick painting process unfold before your eyes.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Thursday, November 9, 2017

Escape to Margaritaville Will Receive Original Cast Recording by Ruthie Fierberg

The Broadway-bound Jimmy Buffett musical will record a cast album for a winter 2018 release.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:30PM

New Jersey’s Paper Mill Playhouse Launches Annual Winter Coat Drive by Ruthie Fierberg

The landmark theatre partners with Jersey Cares to collect winter wear during the run of Annie.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:11PM

Playbill Mixtape: Musical Theatre 101, 1980s Edition by Ruthie Fierberg

The must-know soundtrack from the decade of blockbuster hits like Cats, Phantom of the Opera, and Sunday in the Park With George.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:30PM

Watch Cast of Mamma Mia! 2 Surprise Dame Julie Walters By Singing a Fitting Tune on Set by Ruthie Fierberg

The actor was named Dame Commander of the British Empire for her services to drama.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:35AM

Why Carol Burnett Says Rehearsing Her Variety Hour Was Like Making a Broadway Show Every Week by Ruthie Fierberg

The legendary, two-time Tony nominee says, “You can’t do today what we did then.”

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:51AM
Wednesday, November 8, 2017

Watch Waitress’ Besty Wolfe and Jason Mraz Sing ‘Bad Idea’ on Live With Kelly and Ryan by Ruthie Fierberg

Mraz is currently making his Broadway debut in the Sara Bareilles musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:49PM

Watch Waitress’ Betsy Wolfe and Jason Mraz Sing ‘Bad Idea’ on Live With Kelly and Ryan by Ruthie Fierberg

Mraz is currently making his Broadway debut in the Sara Bareilles musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:49PM

Why Playing Aladdin in San Francisco Is a ‘Full Circle’ Moment for Star Adam Jacobs by Ruthie Fierberg

Disney’s leading man revisits the place that changed his life and led him to this moment.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Tuesday, November 7, 2017

Carol Burnett, John Mulaney, Cheyenne Jackson and More Celebrate Dramatist Guild Foundation by Ruthie Fierberg

The Dramatists Guild Foundation, which invests in discovering and supporting the future of theatre, honored Hal Prince, Jason Wu, and Marc Rey November 6.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:44AM
Monday, November 6, 2017

The Broadway League Introduces New Services for Audiences With Specific Needs by Ruthie Fierberg

New technology will be implemented to assist theatregoers with hearing or vision loss.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:50PM

Laura Bell Bundy, Denée Benton, and More Reveal Their Favorite Female Roles in Theatre by Ruthie Fierberg

In honor of the upcoming Double Standards concert, stars of the one-night-only event share their role models and go-to female empowerment anthems.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:25PM

Camp Broadway to Perform at Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade by Ruthie Fierberg

Broadway’s “original” summer camp will honor military families with its performance.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:59AM

Lin-Manuel Miranda Will Receive Special Award at 2017 Latin Grammys by Ruthie Fierberg

The Pulitzer Prize- and Tony-winning Hamilton creator will be recognized during the November awards telecast.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:34AM
Saturday, November 4, 2017

What’s in Your Book?: The Lion King’s Jelani Remy Reveals the Perfect Song to Sing for a Simba Audition by Ruthie Fierberg

The star of Disney’s long-running smash sings through his audition repertoire.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

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