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Friday, June 2, 2017

Trump-Inspired Building the Wall to Close Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

The political drama by Pulitzer and Tony winner Robert Schenkkan will end its limited engagement at New World Stages early.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:54PM[SHARE]

Brandy Norwood Rushed to the Hospital by Olivia Clement

The Chicago star reportedly fell ill on a flight from Los Angeles to New York before it departed.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32PM[SHARE]

Brandy Norwood Allegedly Rushed to Hospital by Olivia Clement

The Chicago star reportedly fell ill on a flight from Los Angeles to New York before it departed.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32PM[SHARE]

Animal Extends Prior to Opening by Olivia Clement

Rebecca Hall stars in the New York premiere of Clare Lizzimore’s newest work at Atlantic Theater Company.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:37AM[SHARE]

Is Hugh Jackman Eyeing a Return to Broadway? by Olivia Clement

The Tony-winning actor is reportedly looking to do a serious play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:13AM[SHARE]

Thursday, June 1, 2017

Deaf West's Our Town to Open New Season at Pasadena Playhouse by Olivia Clement

Jane Kaczmarek will star in the new production of the Thornton Wilder classic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:59PM[SHARE]

Stephanie J. Block on How Motherhood Influenced Her Falsettos Performance by Olivia Clement

And, what to expect from the cast of the now-closed musical revival at the 2017 Tony Awards.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:36PM[SHARE]

Can You Name All of These Songs from Into The Woods? by Olivia Clement

Test your knowledge of the beloved Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine musical with this week’s Name That Tune quiz.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:57PM[SHARE]

We Test Tony Nominee Stephanie J. Block's Singing Chops by Olivia Clement

See the Falsettos star on Playbill’s The Tyler Mount Vlog.

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Dear Evan Hansen Vocal Selections Now Available by Olivia Clement

The folio includes 13 songs arranged for voice and piano accompaniment.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:10PM[SHARE]

Lynn Nottage, Thomas Kail, and More Make Up New Public Theater Season by Olivia Clement

Also included in the lineup is the world premiere of Richard Nelson’s Illyria, a play that will celebrate the downtown theatre’s rich history.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:51PM[SHARE]

Immersive Mamma Mia! Is Heading to London by Olivia Clement

The show takes place inside a restaurant, where guests can eat, drink, sing, and dance along to their favorite ABBA songs.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:41AM[SHARE]

Want to Present an Original Song to Sondheim Himself? by Olivia Clement

Encores! Off-Center’s Lobby Project offers songwriters the chance to create an original track inspired by “The Gun Song” from Assassins.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:09AM[SHARE]

Wednesday, May 31, 2017

Actors' Equity Appoints First-Ever Director of Diversity by Olivia Clement

Nicole S. Smart takes on the role, effective immediately.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:40PM[SHARE]

15 Shows Not to Miss Off-Broadway June 1"15 by Olivia Clement

See new musicals, screen stars onstage, and world-premiere plays.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:20PM[SHARE]

See the Women of Great Comet Perform the Ultimate Feminist Anthem by Olivia Clement

The music video, by Cathryn Wake, Mary Page Nance, and Lauren Zakrin, features cameos from Denée Benton and Carolee Carmello.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:46PM[SHARE]

LCT3 to Debut New Play by Zoe Kazan by Olivia Clement

After the Blast, which is set in the wake of a major environmental disaster, will begin performances in the fall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:12AM[SHARE]

Somebody's Daughter Extends Prior to Opening by Olivia Clement

Chisa Hutchinson’s new play debuts Off-Broadway in a production from Second Stage Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:42AM[SHARE]

Wayne Brady, Alicia Witt, and More Tapped for L.A.'s 24 Hour Musicals by Olivia Clement

The one-night-only event will see the creation of four original shows performed by Broadway, film, and TV stars.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:25AM[SHARE]

Tuesday, May 30, 2017

So You Think You're Rodgers and Hammerstein's Biggest Fan? by Olivia Clement

Test your Broadway knowledge with this week’s Playbill Trivia.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:33PM[SHARE]

Take a Sneak Peek at Escape to Margaritaville by Olivia Clement

Watch highlights from the world premiere of the Jimmy Buffett musical at La Jolla Playhouse.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:16PM[SHARE]

Megan Hilty Says New Son Ronan Is 'Really Relaxed' by Olivia Clement

The Smash star opens up to People magazine about her newly expanded family and relocating to L.A. with husband Brian Gallagher.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:00PM[SHARE]

Audible Announces $5 Million Grant for Emerging Playwrights by Olivia Clement

Lynn Nottage, Oskar Eustis, David Henry Hwang, Trip Cullman, and Leigh Silverman will be among the fund’s advisory board.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:40PM[SHARE]

Ruthie Ann Miles, Will Swenson, and More Join Hair to Hamilton by Olivia Clement

The Public Theater announces additional casting for its star-studded gala celebration June 5.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:48PM[SHARE]

The Girls Announces 2-Year National Tour of U.K. by Olivia Clement

Gary Barlow and Tim Firth’s musical adaption of Calendar Girls will wrap up its current West End production this summer.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:47AM[SHARE]

Before She Was a Scandal Star, Katie Lowes Saved Her Acting Career By Founding IAMA by Olivia Clement

What started out as a passion project for Lowes and her co-founders is now one of the most successful theatre companies in L.A.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]

Thursday, May 25, 2017