Edna Turnblad

Michael Ball Will Star as 'Willy Wonka' in CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at London Coliseum
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2026

Michael Ball will star as Willy Wonka in a new production of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at the London Coliseum, directed by Nikolai Foster for a limited engagement.

Review: HAIRSPRAY at Music Theatre Wichita At Century II Concert Hall
by Paula Makar - Aug 27, 2026

Hairspray at Music Theatre Wichita, which closed this past Sunday, was full of energy, and a delight for the eyes and ears! The curtain call had the audience on their feet!

HAIRSPRAY to Open at Lawrenceville Arts Center via Pretty as a Penny Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 25, 2026

Hairspray will be presented this fall at Lawrenceville Arts Center, directed by Jono Davis and Candy McLellan with choreography by Annabelle Rose, and music direction by Imani Quiñones.

New Videos Spotlight HAIRSPRAY at Sacramento Music Circus and San Francisco Playhouse
by Rachel Stone - Aug 24, 2026

Two regional productions of HAIRSPRAY share new video previews, with Sacramento Music Circus starring Ginger Minj as Edna Turnblad and San Francisco Playhouse featuring a rendition of Good Morning Baltimore.

Review: HAIRSPRAY Sets the Standard at Broadway At Music Circus
by Courtney Symes - Aug 24, 2026

The nicest kids in town are back! Hairspray is bringing its unstoppable beat to the round, and you do not want to miss Robbie Roby’s visionary direction and choreography of this bright spectacle of the best of the 60s. Based on the 1988 John Waters' movie that became a cult classic, Hairspray opened on Broadway in 2002. It took home eight Tony Award wins, including Best Musical. Its staying power can be credited to a memorable score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, and relatable themes in the book by Mark O'Donnell and Thomas Meehan.

Photos: Ginger Minj Stars as Edna Turnblad in HAIRSPRAY at Broadway Sacramento
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 21, 2026

See photos of RuPaul's Drag Race star Ginger Minj as Edna Turnblad in Broadway Sacramento's production of Hairspray, now playing through August 30.

Cast Set For HAIRSPRAY at Die Centurion Teater
by Stephi Wild - Aug 11, 2026

Scenario Productions has cast Carley Janse van Vuuren as Tracy Turnblad in HAIRSPRAY, marking the musical's return to the professional South African stage after nearly two decades.

Michael Ball to Bring GLOW Tour to Bradford Live in September
by Stephi Wild - Aug 6, 2026

Michael Ball will bring his GLOW tour to Bradford Live on Thursday, September 3, following the release of his new solo album, GLOW, as part of his UK tour.

Video: 'Mama I'm A Big Girl Now' from HAIRSPRAY at The Cape Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - Jul 28, 2026

The Cape Playhouse has released footage of 'Mama I'm a Big Girl Now' from their current production of HAIRSPRAY, running July 15 through August 8.

Photos/Video: HAIRSPRAY At Cape Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 21, 2026

The Cape Playhouse has released new performance video and production photos from Hairspray, now playing through August 8.

YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN Will Come to the New London Barn Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2026

The New London Barn Playhouse announced its production of Mel Brooks' YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, starring Christian Fary as Dr. Frederick Frankenstein and Susan Haefner as Frau Blucher, with tickets starting at $30.

Ginger Minj to Star as Edna Turnblad in HAIRSPRAY at Broadway Sacramento
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2026

Drag legend Ginger Minj will make her Broadway Sacramento debut as Edna Turnblad in Hairspray. A Broadway At Music Circus production, performances take place at the UC Davis Health Pavilion. 

Interview: Lady Bunny of BUNNY BUTCHERS BROADWAY! at Renberg Theatre
by Jonas Schwartz-Owen - Jul 11, 2026

Long before drag queens were winning Emmys, selling out theaters, and becoming household names, Lady Bunny was busy creating her own lane.

Video: Inside Rehearsals for HAIRSPRAY at The Cape Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - Jul 9, 2026

The Cape Playhouse has released rehearsal footage of HAIRSPRAY, the eight-time Tony Award-winning musical, running July 15 through August 8.

Brian Conley Will Return as Doc Brown on BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2026

Brian Conley will reprise his West End role as Doc Brown in the UK tour of BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL, joining Australian actor Axel Duffy as Marty McFly at Milton Keynes Theatre.

HAIRSPRAY THE MUSICAL to Play Milton Keynes Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 6, 2026

HAIRSPRAY THE MUSICAL is set to play Milton Keynes Theatre for a limited run, with tickets now on sale through ATG Tickets.

HAIRSPRAY Will Embark on a New UK and Ireland Tour in 2027
by Stephi Wild - Jul 3, 2026

Brenda Edwards and Paul Kerryson's production of Hairspray will embark on its second major national UK and Ireland tour in 2027. Learn more about the show and tour dates here!

HAIRSPRAY Full Cast Announced at Cape Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 29, 2026

The Cape Playhouse announced full casting for HAIRSPRAY, led by Grace Carroll as Tracy Turnblad and 'Drag Race' star Alexis Michelle, with direction by Bill Fennelly and choreography by Felicity Stiverson.

Bob the Drag Queen, Matt Bomer, and More Will Share the Role of King Herod in JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2026

Matt Bomer, Michael Ball, Simon Russell Beale, Layton Williams, and others announced as rotating King Herods joining Sam Ryder in JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Theatre Royal Drury Lane.

Video: Charity Angél Dawson Sings 'I Know Where I've Been' in The Muny's HAIRSPRAY
by Michael Major - Jun 18, 2026

The Muny has released new video footage of Charity Angél Dawson as Motormouth Maybelle performing 'I Know Where I've Been' in their production of Hairspray. Only four more nights of the hit musical remain.