All stories by Hannah Vine on BroadwayStars

Wednesday, March 22, 2017

Celebrating Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Birthday in 15 Iconic Images by Hannah Vine

Andrew Lloyd Webber, who currently has 4 shows on Broadway, was born March 22, 1948.

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Tuesday, March 21, 2017

First Look at The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical by Hannah Vine

Chris McCarrell stars in the new production at the Lucille Lortel Theatre.

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How to Transcend a Happy Marriage Starring Lena Hall and Marisa Tomei Opening Night by Hannah Vine

Sarah Ruhl’s newest work opened Off-Broadway at Lincoln Center Theater.

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Cyndi Lauper and 4 Lolas at TDF Honors Kinky Boots Concert by Hannah Vine

The evening at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre featured current and former members of the Tony-winning musical.

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An American in Paris Comes to London by Hannah Vine

The award-winning production makes its official West End bow March 21.

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Celebrate Matthew Broderick with a Look at His Theatre Highlights by Hannah Vine

The Tony winner celebrates his birthday March 20.

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Monday, March 20, 2017

See High School Students Perform Angels in America, Company, and Into the Woods on Broadway by Hannah Vine

Hamilton and upcoming Great Comet star Okieriete Onaodowan hosted the celebration of theatre in public high schools that took place at the Music Box Theatre.

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Sunday, March 19, 2017

Look Back at the Original Production of Miss Saigon by Hannah Vine

The revival began previews March 1 at the Broadway Theatre—the same playhouse where the original Broadway production opened in 1991.

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Saturday, March 18, 2017

From Eponine to Violet: Celebrating Sutton Foster on the Stage by Hannah Vine

Two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster, currently starring in the hit TV Land series Younger, celebrates her birthday March 18.

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Friday, March 17, 2017

In Rehearsals with Bobby Cannavale for The Hairy Ape by Hannah Vine

Olivier Award winner Richard Jones revives Eugene O’Neill’s 1922 drama in the Drill Hall at Park Avenue Armory.

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Damian Lewis and Sophie Okonedo In Rehearsals for The Goat, or Who Is Sylvia? by Hannah Vine

The London revival of Edward Albee’s The Goat will begin performances March 24 at the Theatre Royal, Haymarket.

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First Look at Max Von Essen and Julie Halston in Murder on the Orient Express by Hannah Vine

Ken Ludwig’s stage adaptation of the Agatha Christie classic began March 15 at the McCarter.

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The Price, Starring Mark Ruffalo and Danny DeVito, Opening Night on Broadway by Hannah Vine

Jessica Hecht and Tony Shalhoub also star in the Arthur Miller drama, which officially opened March 16.

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From Mary Poppins to Legally Blonde: Look Back at the Playbills of the 2006-2007 Broadway Season by Hannah Vine

See all the shows that opened on Broadway 10 years ago.

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Thursday, March 16, 2017

President Obama, Samuel L. Jackson, Justin Trudeau, and More Visit Broadway by Hannah Vine

See who stopped by the Great White Way to take in shows this past month.

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Former President Obama, Samuel L. Jackson, Justin Trudeau, and More Visit Broadway by Hannah Vine

See who stopped by the Great White Way to take in shows this past month.

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First Look at Laura Benanti’s New Baby Girl by Hannah Vine

The Tony winner and her husband welcomed their first child, Ella Rose Benanti-Brown, February 14.

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From Susan Egan to Toni Braxton: Look Back at the Belles of Broadway by Hannah Vine

The live-action film is scheduled to open in cinemas nationwide March 17.

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Wednesday, March 15, 2017

Miriam Shor, Beth Malone, and Ari Graynor Celebrate The Outer Space Opening Night by Hannah Vine

Ethan Lipton’s newest work takes over the downtown concert venue through April 9, with direction by Leigh Silverman.

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Wayne Brady and Chicago Cast of Hamilton at Spamilton Opening Night by Hannah Vine

The popular Off-Broadway parody made its regional premiere in the Windy City.

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Cate Blanchett and Richard Roxburgh’s Sardi’s Caricatures Unveiled by Hannah Vine

The stars of The Present on Broadway joined the walls of Sardi’s March 14.

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Check Out the Stars Who Took Center Stage at Broadway Backwards 2017 by Hannah Vine

Josh Groban, Cynthia Erivo, and Carolee Carmello were among the performers who shared showtunes with a twist at the 12th annual event.

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Tuesday, March 14, 2017

Tony Yazbeck and Caissie Levy Perform with the New York Pops by Hannah Vine

They celebrated the music of Kander and Ebb at Carnegie Hall’s Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage.

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Emma Watson, Ewan McGregor, and Audra McDonald at Beauty and the Beast Premiere by Hannah Vine

The film is scheduled to open in cinemas nationwide March 17.

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In Rehearsals with Alfie Boe and Katherine Jenkins for Carousel at the London Coliseum by Hannah Vine

The production begins performances April 7 prior to an official opening April 11.

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Monday, March 13, 2017

Tensions Rise as Jobs and Friendships Are on the Line in Lynn Nottage’s Sweat by Hannah Vine

The new play by Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage begins previews March 4 at Studio 54.

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Snaps for Opening Night: Come From Away’s Jenn Colella and Kendra Kassebaum Get Glam by Hannah Vine

Backstage at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre, Colella and Kassebaum take us to their dressing room as they get dolled up for the opening night afterparty at Gotham Hall.

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Newfoundlanders Unite with Their Broadway Counterparts at Come From Away Opening Night by Hannah Vine

The ensemble musical tells the story of travelers stranded on September 11, 2001.

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Sunday, March 12, 2017

Ring Them Bells! Celebrate Liza Minnelli’s Birthday With a Photo Retrospective by Hannah Vine

Minnelli celebrates her birthday March 12. We look at some of her greatest performances.

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‘Do You Hear the People Sing?’: Les Misérables Hits Its 30th Anniversary by Hannah Vine

The original Broadway production opened March 12, 1987, at the Imperial Theatre.

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Saturday, March 11, 2017

Spend a Two Show Day at The Great Comet by Hannah Vine

Brittain Ashford shows us what it’s like to do a double-duty day at Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 at the Imperial Theatre.

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