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Friday, November 7, 2025

World Premiere Recording of Into the Sun Released November 7 by Margaret Hall

With book, music, and lyrics by Michael Gubser, the musical is a inspired by the World War I poet-soldiers who lived on in their widely anthologized poems.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:31PM

100th Anniversary of the Rockettes to be Commemorated at the Museum of Broadway by Margaret Hall

The exhibition celebrates the iconic style, choreography, and evolution of the troupe, and features costumes by Bob Mackie, Gregg Barnes, Vincente Minnelli, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:36PM

Get a 1st Look at Mischief Theatre's Christmas Carol Goes Wrong in London's West End by Margaret Hall

The holiday comedy from the Play That Goes Wrong creators brings the chaos and humour of The Cornley Amateur Drama Society to the work of Charles Dickens.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:36PM

Santino Fontana, Andrea Martin, Tony Shalhoub to Star in Light Up the Sky Reading by Margaret Hall

The evening will bring Moss Hart's fast-paced comedy about the first-night jitters of a theatrical tryout to life more than 75 years after it first premiered.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:26PM
Thursday, November 6, 2025

Get a 1st Look at Rajiv Joseph's Archduke Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

The piece explores the life of Gavrilo Princip—best remembered as Archduke Franz Ferdinand’s assassin—and the instigator of World War I.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:18PM

Beau the Musical Extends Off-Broadway Return Into 2026 by Margaret Hall

The heartfelt musical is back for an encore engagement at St. Luke's Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:18PM

See Who's Appearing in Walt Disney World's Festival of the Arts 2026 by Margaret Hall

The event will feature the second annual Once Upon A Stage exhibition, bringing fans behind the curtain of the mouse's Broadway shows.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:17PM

Caissie Levy Exits Broadway-Bound The Lost Boys Musical by Margaret Hall

Levy took to social media to announce her departure from the project, which is set to begin previews at the Palace Theatre in March 2026.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:06AM
Wednesday, November 5, 2025

Video: Dance Through Life With a Preview of NBC's Wicked: One Wonderful Night Special by Margaret Hall

Filmed at the iconic Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, the concert transforms the legendary venue into the Emerald City, complete with a 37-piece live orchestra.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:12PM

Joe Turner's Come and Gone Finds All-Star Creative Team for Broadway Revival by Margaret Hall

Taraji P. Henson and Cedric "The Entertainer" will star in the Debbie Allen-directed production of the August Wilson classic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:06PM

Paul Tazewell to Receive Costume Exhibition at Chicago's Griffin Museum by Margaret Hall

Tazewell's work from Hamilton, Wicked, West Side Story, and more will be on display to the public.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06PM

Marissa Bode Wins 2025 Christopher Reeve Acting Award For Wicked Film Performance by Margaret Hall

Media Access Awards and Easterseals' award honors accurate portrayals and employment of people with disabilities.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM
Tuesday, November 4, 2025

See Who's Starring in It’s A Wonderful Life! at Irish Rep by Margaret Hall

The production reimagines the beloved film as a live radio broadcast, filled with nostalgic holiday songs, vintage commercials, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:18PM

How Wicked Fans Got Jordan Litz Past the Finish Line at the New York Marathon by Margaret Hall

Broadway's reigning Winkie Prince had some extra support from the musical's diehard fans right when he needed it most.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:54PM

Jonathan Bailey Cherishes 'The Value of a Sexy Man' by Margaret Hall

The Wicked: For Good star visited The Tonight Show to reflect on being named People Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive ahead of the musical's second and final installment.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM

What Are the Reviews for Kyoto Off-Broadway? by Margaret Hall

Stephen Kunken leads Joe Murphy and Joe Robertson's Olivier-nominated play at Lincoln Center Theater.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM

Trisha Paytas Begins Run in Beetlejuice on Broadway November 4 by Margaret Hall

The social media influencer joins for a limited run in the musical's Broadway return.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02AM

Japanese Queens Begin Six Run in London's West End November 4 by Margaret Hall

The critically acclaimed Japanese cast, who toured the show earlier this year, take the stage in London for one week only.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02AM
Monday, November 3, 2025

Sophie Boyce and Veronica Mansour Win 2025 Fred Ebb Awards by Margaret Hall

The honor recognizes up-and-coming songwriters for excellence in musical theatre songwriting.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:12PM

Video: Go Under the Big Top with the National Tour of Water For Elephants by Margaret Hall

The musical, seen on Broadway in 2024, tells the story of a man who runs away from his life, only to find himself caught up in a traveling circus.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:12PM

Sneak Backstage at Wicked: One Wonderful Night NBC Special With These Photos by Margaret Hall

Filmed at the iconic Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, the concert transforms the legendary venue into the Emerald City, complete with a 37-piece live orchestra.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06PM

Stephen Schwartz Never Planned to Come Back to Broadway. Then a 'Twister of Fate' Descended by Margaret Hall

The legendary composer shares stories from his career, from Godspell to Baker's Wife, Wicked, and beyond.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06PM

See Who's Starring in Paranormal Activity in London's West End by Margaret Hall

The original film, released in 2009, reimagined the found footage genre for a new generation, kicking off a blockbuster franchise.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM
Saturday, November 1, 2025

Here's Your 1st Look at Paddington Bear in Paddington the Musical by Margaret Hall

“What we as producers always hoped to achieve was, quite simply, Paddington on stage—and thanks to the immensely talented artists, both on and off stage, we believe we’ve realized that…

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:18PM

Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) Begins on Broadway November 1 by Margaret Hall

The romantic comedy, already a London hit, stars Christiani Pitts and Sam Tutty.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:54AM
Friday, October 31, 2025

The Lost Boys Releases The Santa Carla Sessions EP, Music Video for 'Wild' by Margaret Hall

In celebration of the EP's streaming release, a music video of Caissie Levy and Patrick Wilson performing together in the studio has dropped.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:06PM

The 5 Best Bathrooms on Broadway by Margaret Hall

It isn't easy to identify the perfect porcelain throne on Broadway, but these five fly high above their competition.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:06PM

See Who's Starring in Spamalot Revival National Tour by Margaret Hall

The tour will travel to more than 30 cities in its first year.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:36PM

Usher In Halloween with Beetlejuice on Good Morning America by Margaret Hall

The production rewrote "The Whole Being Dead Thing" specifically for the morning broadcast.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:36PM

Killing an Evening with Edgar Allan Poe Will Return to Merchant’s House Museum by Margaret Hall

John Kevin Jones will summon the famed poet to tell his classic tales in the 1832 double parlors of the museum.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:42AM

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