American Idol Winner Taylor Hicks and Rachel Potter to Star in Immersive Shenandoah at Serenbe by Adam Hetrick

The outdoor staging will erupt out of an actual Civil War reenactment incorporating more than 100 soldiers, horses, and canon fire.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:41am on February 12, 2019☆⚑

Heathers Star Carrie Hope Fletcher to Lead But I'm A Cheerleader London Showcase by Adam Hetrick

The musical based on the 2000 Lionsgate cult film will be presented as part of MTFestUK at the Other Palace Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:04am on February 12, 2019☆⚑

Joseph Sirola, Broadway Actor and Tony-Winning Producer, Dead at 89 by Adam Hetrick

Sirola made his Broadway debut as Christmas Morgan in The Unsinkable Molly Brown prior to his work as a Tony-winning Broadway producer.

SOURCE: Playbill at 5:45pm on February 11, 2019☆⚑

Pretty Woman's Andy Karl to Perform at Valentine's Day Wedding Event in Times Square by Adam Hetrick

Hundreds are expected to renew their vows on TDF’s classic Red Steps in Duffy Square.

SOURCE: Playbill at 5:06pm on February 11, 2019☆⚑

Jason Danieley to Present First-Ever Marin Mazzie Award for Empowerment by Adam Hetrick

The Broadway actor is also raising funds as a participant in the 2019 United Airlines NYC Half Marathon on March 17.

SOURCE: Playbill at 3:47pm on February 11, 2019☆⚑

Lucie Arnaz and Robert Klein Reunite on Broadway for They're Playing Our Song by Adam Hetrick

The Actors Fund presents a 40th anniversary concert of the Marvin Hamlisch, Carole Bayer Sager, and Neil Simon musical February 11.

SOURCE: Playbill at 1:48pm on February 11, 2019☆⚑

Samuel French Announces Winners of 'Razzle Dazzle Competition' for Chicago: High School Edition by Adam Hetrick

Ten high schools across the U.S. will receive royalty-free licenses to perform the long-running Kander and Ebb musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:36am on February 11, 2019☆⚑

Liz Callaway and Ann Hampton Callaway to Perform at Sony Hall by Adam Hetrick

Broadway With the Callaways will feature songs from Funny Girl, Cats, West Side Story, Wicked, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:56am on February 11, 2019☆⚑

Kristin Chenoweth and Patti Murin Sign on for Hallmark Channel's 2019 Christmas Features by Adam Hetrick

The network has announced the first three original movies that will begin to roll out in November.

SOURCE: Playbill at 4:52pm on February 8, 2019☆⚑

[title of show] Broadway Reunion Concert to Play the Broadhurst by Adam Hetrick

Original cast members Hunter Bell, Susan Blackwell, Heidi Blickenstaff, and Jeff Bowen will reunite for the one-night-only Actors Fund benefit concert.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:58pm on February 8, 2019☆⚑

Tony and Oscar Nominee Albert Finney, Star of Tom Jones, Murder on the Orient Express, and Annie, Dies at 82 by Adam Hetrick

Finney’s towering presence on stage and screen earned him two Tony nominations and five Academy Award nods in a career spanning more than six decades.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:09pm on February 8, 2019☆⚑

The Marvelous Wonderettes to Resume Performances Off-Broadway by Adam Hetrick

The nostalgic jukebox musical featuring 1950s girl group hits will resume a month after ending its three-year run.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:27am on February 8, 2019☆⚑

Brad Oscar Will Headline World Premiere of Ken Ludwig's The Gods of Comedy by Adam Hetrick

The comedy about a classics professor whose existential cry for help is answered by the gods of comedy will premiere March 12 in New Jersey.

SOURCE: Playbill at 5:14pm on February 7, 2019☆⚑

Original Cast Members Ruthie Ann Miles, Kathleen Chalfant, and More Will Reunite for Encore Presentation of The Courtroom by Adam Hetrick

Waterwell’s latest work uses courtroom transcripts from deportation hearings for its text.

SOURCE: Playbill at 4:16pm on February 7, 2019☆⚑

Max Crumm, Allie Trimm, and Leslie Hiatt Will Be Heard on The Evolution of Mann Cast Album by Adam Hetrick

The musical about a 30-something New Yorker’s unconventional quest to find a soulmate played an extended Off-Broadway run last fall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 1:20pm on February 7, 2019☆⚑

Jagged Little Pill Cast Will Rock Alanis Morissette Concert at Feinstein's/54 Below by Adam Hetrick

Special guests will include Kristy Cates, Jennifer DiNoia, and Lianah Sta. Ana.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:31am on February 7, 2019☆⚑

Gypsy Film Back in Development with Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Creator Amy Sherman-Palladino by Adam Hetrick

The four-time Emmy Award winner is in talks to direct the latest screen incarnation of the 1959 Broadway classic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:01am on February 7, 2019☆⚑

Jeremy O. Harris and Heidi Schreck to Host New York Theatre Workshop Gala by Adam Hetrick

The evening will feature performances by Alice Ripley, Anthony Rapp, Daphne Rubin-Vega, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 4:51pm on February 6, 2019☆⚑

Andrew Rannells, Gavin Creel, Caissie Levy, Donna McKechnie, More Set for 2019 Broadway Backwards by Adam Hetrick

The evening of gender-reversed twists on classic and modern favorites will take place March 11 at the New Amsterdam Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 1:24pm on February 6, 2019☆⚑

Matt Doyle Will Return to Feinstein's/54 Below in May by Adam Hetrick

The recent star of the Broadway-aimed Huey Lewis musical The Heart of Rock & Roll will celebrate his birthday with an all-new show.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:29pm on February 6, 2019☆⚑

Alice Ripley to Star in Solo Drama The Pink Unicorn Off-Broadway by Adam Hetrick

Ripley will play a conservative Christian widow whose daughter comes out as “gender queer.”

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:43am on February 6, 2019☆⚑

Liz Callaway to Headline American Pops Orchestra Tribute to Mary Martin and Ethel Merman by Adam Hetrick

Erik Altemus, Claybourne Elder, and Ali Ewoldt are also among the Broadway performers announced to appear.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:57am on February 6, 2019☆⚑

SpongeBob SquarePants Tony Nominee Ethan Slater Releases New Single 'Richmond Rewrites' by Adam Hetrick

The song is from Slater’s new musical in development, Write Me In.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:27am on February 6, 2019☆⚑

Anastasia Will End Broadway Run in March by Adam Hetrick

The stage musical based on the 1997 animated film opened on Broadway April 24, 2017.

SOURCE: Playbill at 6:29pm on February 5, 2019☆⚑

American Theatre Wing Announces Recipients of Andrew Lloyd Webber Initiative Grants and Scholarships by Adam Hetrick

Over half a million dollars in grants and scholarships have been awarded to 30 students and 13 school communities.

SOURCE: Playbill at 5:15pm on February 5, 2019☆⚑