Edna Turnblad
Latest News on Edna Turnblad:
Photos: Tony-Winner Marissa Jaret Winokur Directs HAIRSPRAY at 5-Star Theatricals (Oct 12, 2025)
THE LAST LAUGH Will Return For A UK and Ireland Tour (Oct 7, 2025)
Interview: Marissa Winokur And Garrett Clayton of HAIRSPRAY at Bank Of America Performing Arts Center (Oct 3, 2025)
Photos: Tony-Winner Marissa Jaret Winokur Directs HAIRSPRAY at 5-Star Theatricals (Oct 12, 2025)
THE LAST LAUGH Will Return For A UK and Ireland Tour (Oct 7, 2025)
Interview: Marissa Winokur And Garrett Clayton of HAIRSPRAY at Bank Of America Performing Arts Center (Oct 3, 2025)
Photos
HAIRSPRAY LIVE! -- Pictured: (l-r) Maddie Baillio as Tracy Turnblad, Harvey Fierstein as Edna Turnblad, Jennifer Hudson as Motormouth Maybelle, Martin Short as Wilbur Turnblad, Ephraim Sykes as Seaweed J. Stubbs, Shahadi Wright Joseph as Little Inez -- (P
Date:
07/14/2017
From: Run and Tell That! NBC's HAIRSPRAY LIVE! Garners 7 EMMY Nominations
HAIRSPRAY LIVE! -- Pictured: (l-r) Maddie Baillio as Tracy Turnblad, Harvey Fierstein as Edna Turnblad, Jennifer Hudson as Motormouth Maybelle, Martin Short as Wilbur Turnblad, Ephraim Sykes as Seaweed J. Stubbs, Shahadi Wright Joseph as Little Inez -- (P
Date:
12/07/2016
From: Photo Flash: Additional Images from Tonight's HAIRSPRAY LIVE! on NBC
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Videos
VIDEO: John Travolta Sings GREASE in New Super Bowl Ad For T-Mobile
by Michael Major - 2023-02-09 15:00:15
Photos/Video: First Look at the New Cast of HAIRSPRAY on Tour, Featuring Andrew Levitt aka Nina West
by Sneak Peek - 2022-09-29 10:51:13
VIDEO: Brandon Stalling Talks Returning to Chicago in the HAIRSPRAY Tour
by Nicole Rosky - 2022-02-12 11:44:20
VIDEO: Michael Ball Performs 'You'll Never Walk Alone' at the Royal Variety Show
by Stephi Wild - 2020-12-09 07:52:50
VIDEO: Michael Ball, Lizzie Bea, and the London Cast of HAIRSPRAY Perform on BRITAIN'S GOT TALENT
by Stephi Wild - 2020-09-26 19:04:09
Broadway Rewind: NBC Starts the Hunt for HAIRSRAY LIVE's Tracy Turnblad in 2016!
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-05-28 16:31:00
VIDEO: Michael Ball and Alfie Boe Chat, Share Performance Footage and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2020-03-31 15:37:12
TV: Watch Interviews With The West End Cast of HAIRSPRAY
by BroadwayWorld UK TV - 2020-02-19 10:01:46
TV: Watch Lizzie Bea and Marisha Wallace Perform Songs From HAIRSPRAY
by BroadwayWorld UK TV - 2020-02-19 09:27:05
VIDEO: Get A First Look At THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at Broadway at Music Circus
by Alan Henry - 2019-07-11 12:04:54
VIDEO: Michael Ball and Alfie Boe Perform at the Royal Variety
by Julie Musbach - 2017-12-26 16:10:12
VIDEO: Exclusive First Look - Ricki Lake Chats HAIRSPRAY Audition on Logo's 'Cocktails & Classics'
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-04-07 14:30:56
Photo Flash: Jennifer Hudson and HAIRSPRAY LIVE! Cast Say 'Thank You' to Producers
by Ashlee Latimer - 2016-12-11 19:33:49
VIDEO: Re-Live the Magic - Watch NBC's HAIRSPRAY LIVE! In Full Now!
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-12-08 11:15:03
VIDEO: See Harvey Fierstein Be Welcomed Back to the '60s in HAIRSPRAY LIVE
by BWW News Desk - 2016-12-08 06:38:22
VIDEO: Watch HAIRSPRAY LIVE's Maddie Baillio Greet the Day with 'Good Morning Baltimore'
by BWW News Desk - 2016-12-08 05:58:26
VIDEO: Jennifer Hudson Brings it Home with 'I Know Where I've Been' in HAIRSPRAY LIVE!
by BWW News Desk - 2016-12-08 05:35:18
News
Photos: Tony-Winner Marissa Jaret Winokur Directs HAIRSPRAY at 5-Star Theatricals
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 12, 2025
5-Star Theatricals has released new production photos from its upcoming production of HAIRSPRAY, directed by Marissa Jaret Winokur, Broadway’s original Tracy Turnblad and Tony Award winner for her performance in the 2002 musical phenomenon.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 12, 2025
5-Star Theatricals has released new production photos from its upcoming production of HAIRSPRAY, directed by Marissa Jaret Winokur, Broadway’s original Tracy Turnblad and Tony Award winner for her performance in the 2002 musical phenomenon.
THE LAST LAUGH Will Return For A UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2025
Following a successful West End run, New York season and UK tour, THE LAST LAUGH will return for a UK and Ireland tour in 2026, opening at Malvern Theatres next year.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2025
Following a successful West End run, New York season and UK tour, THE LAST LAUGH will return for a UK and Ireland tour in 2026, opening at Malvern Theatres next year.
Interview: Marissa Winokur And Garrett Clayton of HAIRSPRAY at Bank Of America Performing Arts Center
by Melissa Heckscher - Oct 3, 2025
BroadwayWorld talks with Tony Award-winning Marissa Winokur and former Disney heartthrob Garrett Clayton, the director and co-star of the 5-Star Theatricals production of Hairspray in Thousand Oaks.
by Melissa Heckscher - Oct 3, 2025
BroadwayWorld talks with Tony Award-winning Marissa Winokur and former Disney heartthrob Garrett Clayton, the director and co-star of the 5-Star Theatricals production of Hairspray in Thousand Oaks.
Ryan O’Connor, Lexie Martin, Garrett Clayton and More to Lead HAIRSPRAY at 5-Star Theatricals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 4, 2025
5-STAR THEATRICALS has reveald the cast of its upcoming production of Hairspray! The cast will feature Ryan O’Connor as “Edna Turnblad' and more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 4, 2025
5-STAR THEATRICALS has reveald the cast of its upcoming production of Hairspray! The cast will feature Ryan O’Connor as “Edna Turnblad' and more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Casting for THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Algonquin Announced
by Michael Major - Sep 3, 2025
The production will star John C. Short as the flamboyant Dr. Frank-N-Furter, Michelle Elaine Lucey as Janet Weiss, and Michael Morch as Brad Majors. Joining them are Niko Lento (Riff Raff), Jennifer Nelson (Magenta), and more.
by Michael Major - Sep 3, 2025
The production will star John C. Short as the flamboyant Dr. Frank-N-Furter, Michelle Elaine Lucey as Janet Weiss, and Michael Morch as Brad Majors. Joining them are Niko Lento (Riff Raff), Jennifer Nelson (Magenta), and more.
Photos: New Paradigm Theatre to Present HAIRSPRAY at Stratford High School
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 11, 2025
New Paradigm Theatre brought the spirit of the 1960s to life with its vibrant production of Hairspray, performed August 8–10, 2025, at Stratford High School. Check out photos of the show.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 11, 2025
New Paradigm Theatre brought the spirit of the 1960s to life with its vibrant production of Hairspray, performed August 8–10, 2025, at Stratford High School. Check out photos of the show.
Theatre By The Sea Continues 92nd Season With The Tony-Winning Musical HAIRSPRAY
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 18, 2025
Theatre By The Sea will continue its 92nd season with the high-energy Broadway hit Hairspray, running from July 23 through August 16, 2025. The production marks the return of the beloved musical to the Wakefield stage, where it was last seen in 2011.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 18, 2025
Theatre By The Sea will continue its 92nd season with the high-energy Broadway hit Hairspray, running from July 23 through August 16, 2025. The production marks the return of the beloved musical to the Wakefield stage, where it was last seen in 2011.
Laguna Playhouse Finishes 2024-2025 Season with HONKY TONK ANGELS
by Emmy Rice - Jul 11, 2025
Laguna Playhouse will present the final show of its 2024/2025 season, the boot-scootin’, foot-stompin’, dancin’ in the aisles, country music party of the year, Honky Tonk Angels, written by Ted Swindley, choreography by Jill Gorrie, musical direction by John Massey and direction by David Ellenstein.
by Emmy Rice - Jul 11, 2025
Laguna Playhouse will present the final show of its 2024/2025 season, the boot-scootin’, foot-stompin’, dancin’ in the aisles, country music party of the year, Honky Tonk Angels, written by Ted Swindley, choreography by Jill Gorrie, musical direction by John Massey and direction by David Ellenstein.
Maddie Grace Jepson Joins BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL in London
by Stephi Wild - Jun 24, 2025
TikTok sensation and actor Maddie Grace Jepson will play Lorraine Baines in BACK TO THE FUTURE The Musical at the Adelphi Theatre beginning in August.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 24, 2025
TikTok sensation and actor Maddie Grace Jepson will play Lorraine Baines in BACK TO THE FUTURE The Musical at the Adelphi Theatre beginning in August.
HAIRSPRAY Comes to Middletown Arts Center
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2025
The MAC Players at the Middletown Arts Center will present Hairspray, over two weekends in July. The musical is directed by Victoria Keiser, with musical direction by Lauryn Boyle and choreography by Samantha Amaral.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2025
The MAC Players at the Middletown Arts Center will present Hairspray, over two weekends in July. The musical is directed by Victoria Keiser, with musical direction by Lauryn Boyle and choreography by Samantha Amaral.
BWW Q&A: Bruce Vilanch of Dancing Queens at Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles
by Joshua Wright - Jun 20, 2025
The Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles (GMCLA) is pleased to present its Season 46 finale and Pride concert, DANCING QUEENS! This musical tribute will feature over 20 iconic songs spanning every genre, performed by GMCLA’s 200-member Chorus on Saturday, June 21 at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, June 22 at 3:30 p.m. at the historic Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills.
by Joshua Wright - Jun 20, 2025
The Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles (GMCLA) is pleased to present its Season 46 finale and Pride concert, DANCING QUEENS! This musical tribute will feature over 20 iconic songs spanning every genre, performed by GMCLA’s 200-member Chorus on Saturday, June 21 at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, June 22 at 3:30 p.m. at the historic Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills.
Complete Cast Set for HAIRSPRAY at Paradigm Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2025
New Paradigm Theatre has revealed the complete cast for its upcoming summer production of the beloved musical, 'Hairspray'. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2025
New Paradigm Theatre has revealed the complete cast for its upcoming summer production of the beloved musical, 'Hairspray'. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Brian Conley Will Join BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL in August
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2025
Stage and screen star Brian Conley will play Doctor Emmett Brown in BACK TO THE FUTURE The Musical at the Adelphi Theatre beginning in August. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2025
Stage and screen star Brian Conley will play Doctor Emmett Brown in BACK TO THE FUTURE The Musical at the Adelphi Theatre beginning in August. Learn more here!
Stage and Screen Actor George Wendt Passes Away at 76
by Josh Sharpe - May 20, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of stage and screen actor George Wendt at the age of 76, who passed away in his sleep at his home on Tuesday morning.
by Josh Sharpe - May 20, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of stage and screen actor George Wendt at the age of 76, who passed away in his sleep at his home on Tuesday morning.
Brittany Snow Recalls 'Bombing' Initial Audition for HAIRSPRAY Movie
by Josh Sharpe - May 16, 2025
In 2007, Brittany Snow starred as Amber Von Tussle in the hit film adaptation of Hairspray. However, on a recent episode of Owen Thiele's In Your Dreams, the Pitch Perfect star recalled that the initial audition was far from perfect.
by Josh Sharpe - May 16, 2025
In 2007, Brittany Snow starred as Amber Von Tussle in the hit film adaptation of Hairspray. However, on a recent episode of Owen Thiele's In Your Dreams, the Pitch Perfect star recalled that the initial audition was far from perfect.
MARY POPPINS And More Set for The Little Theatre On The Square 2025 Summer Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2025
The Little Theatre On The Square has unveiled titles for its 2025 Summer Season. The season includes Mary Poppins, Ring of Fire: The Music of Johnny Cash and more.
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2025
The Little Theatre On The Square has unveiled titles for its 2025 Summer Season. The season includes Mary Poppins, Ring of Fire: The Music of Johnny Cash and more.
Cast and Creatives Set For Uptown Music Theater's HAIRSPRAY
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2025
Broadway's Tony Award-Winning Musical Hairspray is set to take the Uptown Music Theater stage this summer in Highland Park, IL. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2025
Broadway's Tony Award-Winning Musical Hairspray is set to take the Uptown Music Theater stage this summer in Highland Park, IL. Learn more about the show here!
Review: HAIRSPRAY at Desert Theatricals
by Kay Kudukis - Apr 14, 2025
John Waters made films for queer people long before the word queer was embraced by the community. That he was good friends with Warhol makes complete sense to me. They were cut from the same jib. What makes Waters a far better filmmaker was his ability to give us a fun story steeped in pretty clear messages while Warhol’s films are more like abstract art.
by Kay Kudukis - Apr 14, 2025
John Waters made films for queer people long before the word queer was embraced by the community. That he was good friends with Warhol makes complete sense to me. They were cut from the same jib. What makes Waters a far better filmmaker was his ability to give us a fun story steeped in pretty clear messages while Warhol’s films are more like abstract art.
Feature: The Muny and Broadway Honor the Life of the Legendary Ken Page
by James Lindhorst - Apr 12, 2025
Celebrities, family, friends, and members of the community gathered in St. Louis on Friday evening to celebrate the life of the late Ken Page. The celebration, hosted and produced by The Muny, was held in the packed-to-capacity Sheldon Concert Hall.
by James Lindhorst - Apr 12, 2025
Celebrities, family, friends, and members of the community gathered in St. Louis on Friday evening to celebrate the life of the late Ken Page. The celebration, hosted and produced by The Muny, was held in the packed-to-capacity Sheldon Concert Hall.
Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles to Present DANCING QUEENS Finale Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2025
Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles will present the final concert of Season 46, DANCING QUEENS, on Saturday, June 21 at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, June 22 at 3:30 p.m. at the historic Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2025
Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles will present the final concert of Season 46, DANCING QUEENS, on Saturday, June 21 at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, June 22 at 3:30 p.m. at the historic Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills. Learn more!
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