All stories by Hannah Vine on BroadwayStars

Sunday, June 25, 2017

From Glinda to Dot: Take a Look at Annaleigh Ashford on the Stage by Hannah Vine

The Tony Award winner celebrates her birthday June 25.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Saturday, June 24, 2017

Celebrating Tony Award Nominee Michele Lee on Stage by Hannah Vine

The stage and screen star celebrates her birthday June 24.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

27 LGBTQ Heroes in the Theatre That Inspire You by Hannah Vine

We asked, you answered: our followers shared what LGBTQ theatre heroes inspire them.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Friday, June 23, 2017

First Look at Telly Leung and the New Cast of Aladdin on Broadway by Hannah Vine

Telly Leung and Major Attaway join original Broadway cast member Courtney Reed in the Disney musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:30PM

Take a Look at Opening Night of Broadway’s 1984 by Hannah Vine

The show stars Tony winner Reed Birney, Tony nominee Tom Sturridge, and Olivia Wilde in her Broadway debut.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:44AM
Thursday, June 22, 2017

Look Back at Meryl Streep Onstage: From High School Prodigy to Broadway and Movie Star by Hannah Vine

Academy Award winner Meryl Streep celebrates her birthday June 22.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:58AM
Wednesday, June 21, 2017

42 Shows That Brought LGBTQ Experiences to the Stage by Hannah Vine

Celebrate Playbill Pride with a look at LGBTQ stories on stage.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:42PM

10 Playbill Covers Drawn By Al Hirschfeld by Hannah Vine

The caricaturist was born June 21, 1903.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:59AM

See Broadway Strip Down for School in Broadway Bares: Strip U by Hannah Vine

The 27th annual burlesque-style event raised $1.57 million for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:32AM
Tuesday, June 20, 2017

Glimpse Into the Outdoor Production of Pride and Prejudice Starring Kate Hamill by Hannah Vine

The show is presented by Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival and Primary Stages June 24–September 4.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:15PM

Take a First Look at Reed Birney and Olivia Wilde in Broadway’s 1984 by Hannah Vine

The production, marking the first production of the 2017–2018 season, will officially open June 22.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:11PM

Audra McDonald Makes West End Debut as Billie Holiday in Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill by Hannah Vine

McDonald reprises her Tony-winning performance in the show’s West End bow at Wyndham’s Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:37AM
Monday, June 19, 2017

Meet the Cast and Creatives of the SpongeBob SquarePants Musical by Hannah Vine

Based on the Nickelodeon cartoon, the new musical features original songs by Aerosmith, Sara Bareilles, John Legend, David Bowie, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:58PM

Look Back at The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas on Broadway by Hannah Vine

The show opened June 19, 1978 at the 46th Street Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:52PM

Get a First Look at Robert Sean Leonard in King Richard II by Hannah Vine

The Shakespeare classic plays San Diego’s Old Globe June 11–July 15.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:46PM
Sunday, June 18, 2017

Dear Evan Hansen, Anastasia, and More Show Off Their Broadway Trading Cards by Hannah Vine

A new edition of The Lights of Broadway Show Cards, featuring 120 collectible trading cards depicting Broadway artists, shows, and more, has just been released.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:39AM

Get Ready for Broadway Bares 2017 With a Look Back at Last Year’s Stripped Down Performance by Hannah Vine

The 27th annual edition of the showbiz striptease takes place June 18 at the Hammerstein Ballroom.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Saturday, June 17, 2017

Take a First Look at Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion Musical in Seattle by Hannah Vine

Cortney Wolfson and Stephanie Renee Wall star in the musical adaptation of the 1997 cult comedy.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:25AM
Friday, June 16, 2017

See Kevin Spacey Take the Stage as Clarence Darrow at Arthur Ashe Stadium by Hannah Vine

The Tony and Oscar winner brings his acclaimed performance to New York for two nights.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:02PM

Look at the Broadway Highlights of 2017 Tony Award Winner Laurie Metcalf by Hannah Vine

This year’s Tony winner for Best Actress in a Leading Role in a Play celebrates her birthday June 16.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM
Thursday, June 15, 2017

Take a First Look at Janeane Garofalo and Lili Taylor in Marvin’s Room by Hannah Vine

The Broadway premiere of Scott McPherson’s play is directed by Obie winner Anne Kauffman.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:37PM

Charles Busch, Donna McKechnie, and More Celebrate the Opening Night of Zero Hour by Hannah Vine

Drama Desk Award-Winner Jim Brochu stars as Zero Mostel at the Theatre at Saint Clement’s.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00PM

Throwback Thursday: The Very Best of Broadway Bares 2011–2014 by Hannah Vine

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS’ annual burlesque fundraiser takes place June 18.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:00AM

Angela Lansbury, Jeremy Jordan, and More at Irish Rep’s Sondheim Tribute by Hannah Vine

Melissa Errico, Len Cariou, and Rebecca Luker also performed at the June 13 gala.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:10AM

Celebrating the Stage Work of Neil Patrick Harris by Hannah Vine

The Tony Award winner celebtrates his birthday June 15.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Wednesday, June 14, 2017

Look Back at Katrina Lenk’s Spider-Man Turn Off the Dark Two-Show Day on Broadway by Hannah Vine

The show opened June 14, 2011 at Broadway’s Foxwoods Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:12PM

Get a First Look at the Angels in America Opera by Hannah Vine

The production began in New York June 10.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:55AM
Tuesday, June 13, 2017

Take a First Look at Justin Deeley in Macbeth at Serenbe Playhouse by Hannah Vine

The show plays June 22–July 9 at the outdoor venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:54PM
Monday, June 12, 2017

Bette Midler, Glenn Close, Olivia Wilde, and More Celebrate the 2017 Tony Awards in Style by Hannah Vine

Broadway public relations firm O&M/DKC, hosted its annual Tony Award post-show celebration at the Carlyle Hotel.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:46PM

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