All stories by Ruthie Fierberg on BroadwayStars

Monday, March 13, 2017

Watch the Cast and Creative Team of Come From Away on the Opening Night Red Carpet by Ruthie Fierberg

Stars Jenn Colella, Chad Kimball, and Rodney Hicks join Playbill on Facebook Live to discuss the Broadway opening and the 9/11 story you haven’t heard.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:37AM
Thursday, March 9, 2017

How Michael Xavier Toned His Chiseled Physique for Sunset by Ruthie Fierberg

Get your pool body ready with these 9 exercises—and exclusive photos—from the Broadway newcomer’s workout routine.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Wednesday, March 8, 2017

Why You Can’t Take Your Eyes Off of Jitney’s Costumes by Ruthie Fierberg

Behind the creation of Toni-Leslie James‘ vibrant designs for August Wilson’s Jitney.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:24PM

Kevin Kline Teaches Stephen Colbert How to Take a Broadway Bow by Ruthie Fierberg

The Present Laughter star talked about his Broadway return on The Late Show.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:30AM
Saturday, March 4, 2017

How to Enjoy Your Favorite Stage Stars From Your Couch This March by Ruthie Fierberg

The movies and TV shows every theatre fan should tune into online and on the small screen this March.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00PM
Thursday, March 2, 2017

Playbill Mixtape: Women Songwriters Edition by Ruthie Fierberg

Celebrate Women’s History Month with this playlist featuring Broadway’s great female composers and lyricists.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Thursday, February 16, 2017

Playbill Mixtape: Hooray for Hollywood Edition by Ruthie Fierberg

Celebrate the music of the big screen’s best musicals with this week’s playlist.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Wednesday, February 15, 2017

Theatre Under the Stars Launches Search for Artistic Director by Ruthie Fierberg

The Houston-based theatre looks for a replacement for artistic advisor Sheldon Epps.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:05AM

Annaleigh Ashford Reveals the Show You Didn’t See Backstage at Sunday by Ruthie Fierberg

The Tony winner jokes about the struggles of performing at City Center while being a brand-new mom.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:57AM

Tony Winner Christine Baranski Talks Her Easiest Acting Moment by Ruthie Fierberg

The Good Fight star reveals her fear of Sondheim and the pilot of her new series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:37AM
Tuesday, February 14, 2017

Laura Benanti Gives Birth to “Beautiful and Healthy” Baby Girl by Ruthie Fierberg

The Tony winner and her husband welcome their first child.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:21PM

Watch Tony Winner Jessica Lange in the Official Feud: Bette and Joan Trailer by Ruthie Fierberg

The series from Ryan Murphy debuts March 5.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:54PM

Live-Action Beauty and the Beast’s Gaston Reveals Musical Theatre Roots by Ruthie Fierberg

Cinema star Luke Evans opens up about his theatrical origins on Good Morning America.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:33PM

Why “I Will Survive” Is Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Song by Ruthie Fierberg

The current Oscar nominee joins Ellen DeGeneres to talk about his incredible year.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:51AM
Monday, February 13, 2017

Brian Stokes Mitchell to Guest on The Blacklist by Ruthie Fierberg

The Tony winner will guest star on the NBC drama.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:06PM

Tony and Grammy Winner Cynthia Erivo Sings with John Legend by Ruthie Fierberg

The Color Purple star sang the In Memoriam tribute song during the 59th Annual Grammy Awards.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:50AM

How This Florida Theatre Breaks New Ground With Sunday in the Park by Ruthie Fierberg

The winter production of the Sondheim musical puts Zoetic Stage on the map.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:34AM
Sunday, February 12, 2017

The Color Purple Cast Album Wins the Grammy by Ruthie Fierberg

See details about the Tony-winning revival’s big win.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:04PM

Santino Fontana, Alexandra Silber and More Set for After Anatevka Concert by Ruthie Fierberg

The Symphony Space concert will feature an appearance by Fiddler on the Roof lyricist Sheldon Harnick.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:10AM
Saturday, February 11, 2017

The Skivvies Launches Sunday Brunch Concert Series by Ruthie Fierberg

Beginning February 26, there’s a new spot in town for songs and sips.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:42PM
Friday, February 10, 2017

Lillias White Plays Opening of New Midtown Concert Venue by Ruthie Fierberg

The Tony winner plays the Grand Opening of The Green Room 42 this Valentine’s Day.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:08PM

Watch: Glenn Close and the Cast of Broadway’s Sunset Boulevard on Opening Night by Ruthie Fierberg

The Tony Award-winning Norma Desmond confides in Playbill on the red carpet.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:22PM

Taran Killam Reveals Toughest Part of Playing Hamilton’s King George by Ruthie Fierberg

The Saturday Night Live alum tells Stephen Colbert the greatest challenge of the role—it’s not what you think.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:48AM
Thursday, February 9, 2017

Prepare for Valentine’s Day with Playbill Mixtape’s Love Songs by Ruthie Fierberg

For when you’re feeling in that lovey kind of mood.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Wednesday, February 8, 2017

15 Times Broadway Stars Showed Up on SVU by Ruthie Fierberg

Broadway stars share their favorite memories of Law & Order SVU in honor of the show’s 400th episode.

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

Playbill Prepares for its Most Star-studded Cruise Ever! by Ruthie Fierberg

Broadway on the High Seas 8 sets sail February 17 with a record-breaking number of stars aboard the luxury adventure.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:05AM

Go Backstage with Andréa Burns for Her Final Performance at On Your Feet! by Ruthie Fierberg

Watch the original Gloria Fajardo say farewell to On Your Feet!—plus messages to her from the cast!

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:21AM
Friday, February 3, 2017

Inside the Groundhog Day Rehearsal Room by Ruthie Fierberg

What will the beloved film be like as a musical?

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:20PM

Cinderella’s KeKe Palmer Spills 6 Truths about Co-Star NeNe Leakes by Ruthie Fierberg

Broadway’s first African-American Cinderella reveals backstage secrets about her Real Housewives co-star.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:47AM
Thursday, February 2, 2017

Watch: Lady Gaga Meets Rent in This Epic Mashup by Ruthie Fierberg

The latest music video from the makers of #HAM4BEY.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:20PM
Wednesday, February 1, 2017

Take a Sneak Peek at Encores! Big River by Ruthie Fierberg

Watch stars Nicholas Barasch, Kyle Scatliffe, and Christopher Sieber discuss the Tony-winning musical—plus, hear two songs from the rehearsal room.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:15PM

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Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
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