Chicago Tribune Chief Theatre Critic Chooses Best Broadway Shows of the Year by Andrew Gans

Chris Jones selected 10 productions as his favorites of 2016.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:28am on December 9, 2016☆⚑

Audra McDonald Will Perform at Vassar College's Modfest by Andrew Gans

The free, annual exploration of 20th and 21st century arts will be headlined by the six-time Tony winner.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:19am on December 9, 2016☆⚑

Lesli Margherita and Max Crumm Set for Reading of Snow Way Out Musical by Andrew Gans

The afternoon is part of the York Theatre Company’s reading series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:06am on December 9, 2016☆⚑

Kelly Clarkson Will Sing from Hamilton on New Year's Eve Special by Andrew Gans

The American Idol winner will be part of Seth Meyers’ NBC special.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:03am on December 9, 2016☆⚑

A Musical Christmas Carol, Starring Patrick Page, Begins December 9 by Andrew Gans

Performances continue in Pittsburgh through December 23.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00am on December 9, 2016☆⚑

Leslie Odom, Jr. Heard at December 9 Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Premiere by Andrew Gans

The Hamilton Tony winner is part of a world premiere inspired by Martin Luther King, Jr.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00am on December 9, 2016☆⚑

Trial & Error, New Series with John Lithgow and Krysta Rodriguez, Sets NBC Debut by Andrew Gans

The new series will make its premiere in March 2017.

SOURCE: Playbill at 3:52pm on December 8, 2016☆⚑

Watch Exclusive Clip of Kathy Najimy and Nick Nolte in EPIX Series Graves by Andrew Gans

The series airs Sunday nights.

SOURCE: Playbill at 3:03pm on December 8, 2016☆⚑

Condola Rashad Lands Role in Come Sunday Film by Andrew Gans

The two-time Tony nominee will also return to Broadway later this season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:58am on December 8, 2016☆⚑

Laura Benanti's Melania Trump Impression Lands on Times Culture Critic's Best of List by Andrew Gans

New York Times culture critic Wesley Morris’ Best Performances of 2016 choices also include Tony winner Phylicia Rashad and Taylor Mac.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:45am on December 8, 2016☆⚑

Watch NBC Teaser for Next Year's Bye Bye Birdie Telecast by Andrew Gans

The tease was shown during the December 7 broadcast of Hairspray Live!

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:10am on December 8, 2016☆⚑

Hairspray Live! Ratings Down from Last Season's The Wiz by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning musical was broadcast on NBC December 7.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:08am on December 8, 2016☆⚑

Singin' in the Rain, Princess Bride Among 14 Classics to Be Screened in Cinemas by Andrew Gans

Fathom Events has joined forces with Turner Classic Movies for the upcoming screenings.

SOURCE: Playbill at 9:00am on December 8, 2016☆⚑

New Version of Little Shop of Horrors Film in the Works by Andrew Gans

Greg Berlanti will direct.

SOURCE: Playbill at 4:17pm on December 7, 2016☆⚑

Following Broadway, Cynthia Erivo Has No Plans to Play Celie Again by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning actor tweeted that she will not star in the tour of The Color Purple.

SOURCE: Playbill at 2:18pm on December 7, 2016☆⚑

Danny Burstein to Lead Fiddler on the Roof Talkback by Andrew Gans

The revival continues through the end of the month at the Broadway Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:36pm on December 7, 2016☆⚑

Good Fight, Starring Christine Baranski and Bernadette Peters, Sets Premiere Date by Andrew Gans

The new CBS series picks up one year after the events of the final episode of The Good Wife.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:49am on December 7, 2016☆⚑

Benj Pasek and Justin Paul Set for La La Land Talkbacks in NYC by Andrew Gans

The Dear Evan Hansen composers also penned songs for the new movie musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:37am on December 7, 2016☆⚑

Natalie Weiss and Marty Thomas Join Aladdin Star for Beautiful Take of "Mary, Did You Know?" by Andrew Gans

Nathan Lucrezio’s music video also features Alex Ortega.

SOURCE: Playbill at 9:33am on December 7, 2016☆⚑

Following Tragic Backstage Accident, Cirque Du Soleil's Luzia Resumes Performances by Andrew Gans

Olivier Rochette was killed when he was struck by a telescopic lift during preparation for a performance of Luzia.

SOURCE: Playbill at 2:38pm on December 6, 2016☆⚑

Marjorie Prime Film, with Lois Smith and Jon Hamm, Will Premiere at Sundance by Andrew Gans

The annual film festival will also feature the debut of The Manifesto, starring Cate Blanchett.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:52am on December 6, 2016☆⚑

Darko Tresnjak Extends Contract at Hartford Stage by Andrew Gans

The artistic director is a Tony winner for his direction of A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder, which began at the Connecticut venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02am on December 6, 2016☆⚑

Extra Performance Added for Toronto Run of Broadway-Bound Come From Away by Andrew Gans

The Broadway run of the new musical begins in February at the Schoenfeld.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:42am on December 6, 2016☆⚑

Cast of Broadway's Chicago Creates Music Video for Original Holiday Song by Andrew Gans

“Holiday Melody” can also be purchased online to benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:21am on December 6, 2016☆⚑

Great Comet Creator Dave Malloy Will Step in for Josh Groban for 10 Performances by Andrew Gans

Malloy will play Pierre for several performances in May and June.

SOURCE: Playbill at 9:27am on December 6, 2016☆⚑