Hilary Bell

PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK: The Musical Will Premiere Off-Broadway With Tatianna Córdoba and More
by Stephi Wild - Nov 5, 2025

PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK: The Musical, adapted from the  novel by Joan Lindsay, with book and lyrics by Hilary Bell and music and arrangements by Greta Gertler Gold, will  begin performances off-Broadway next month.

Hannah Cruz, Shoba Narayan, Casey Likes and More to Star in PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK at Lincoln Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2025

The cast and creative team has been revealed for the concert performance of PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK at Lincoln Center's David Rubenstein Atrium. See who is starring and learn how to attend.

BACKBONE New York Premiere and More Set for May at Lincoln Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 28, 2025

May at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts will feature the New York premiere of Backbone, and more. See the full lineup here and learn how to attend upcoming events!

PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK Musical Awarded Café Royale Foundation Grant To Record Concept Album
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2025

The Café Royal Cultural Foundation NYC has awarded a 2025 Spring Music Grant to composer Greta Gertler Gold for her concept album for her and Hilary Bell's (Book & Lyrics) musical adaptation of 'Picnic at Hanging Rock'.

PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK to be Presented in Concert at Lincoln Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 6, 2024

The debut concert performance of Picnic at Hanging Rock, featuring songs and orchestrations from the forthcoming musical adapted from Joan Lindsay's iconic Australian novel, will be presented at Lincoln Center. Learn how to attend.

Review: An Enjoyable PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK Was Had At Joe's Pub
by Analisa Bell - Jul 31, 2024

On Thursday evening, July 25, Greta Gertler Gold and Hilary Bell showcased musical numbers and the synopsis from their 29-hour reading for an enthusiastic crowd at Joe’s Pub.

Katrina Lenk, Lorna Courtney Will Perform Songs From PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK at Joe's Pub
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2024

Katrina Lenk, Lorna Courtney, Taylor Trensch, and more will perform songs from the new musical Picnic at Hanging Rock at Joe's Pub on Thursday, July 25.

Sydney Theatre Company Reveals Patrick White Playwrights Award and Fellowship
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2024

Acclaimed playwright Joanna Murray-Smith has been appointed Sydney Theatre Company’s next Patrick White Fellow - a year-long engagement that includes writing a new work for the 2025 season and mentorship of STC’s Watershed: Writers.

Video: Hear 'Time and Place' From PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2024

BroadwayWorld premieres a song from the upcoming musical PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK, directed by Jo Bonney. See the video!

Great Barrington Public Theater to Host Live, Sit-Down Talk With Neil Pepe
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 9, 2024

Great Barrington Public Theater is inviting theater lovers and artists to take part in the company’s Conversation With Neil Pepe.

Jo Bonney Will Direct PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK Industry Reading
by Stephi Wild - Nov 10, 2023

Picnic at Hanging Rock, a new musical adaptation by hit songwriter/composer Greta Gertler Gold and the O'Neill Center's Eric Kocher Award- winning playwright Hilary Bell, will receive an industry reading on Thursday, November 16 at 3:00pm and Friday, November 17 at 11:00am at Open Jar Studios (1601 Broadway).

SUMMER OF HAROLD Makes Its World Debut At Ensemble Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 22, 2023

Ensemble Theatre will present the world premiere of Summer of Harold, a trio of cracking comedic plays about adventure, obsession and hope from award-winning playwright Hilary Bell, on from 8 September to 14 October 2023. 

​Award-Winning Australian Solo Show BORDERLESS To Have US Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 9, 2023

Two step brothers, Blake and Hussan (an Afghani refugee) journey from their small coastal town to the desolate battlegrounds of Afghanistan in Peter-William Jamieson award-winning solo show Borderless. The immersive production will have its US Premiere at TheatreLab in New York City, with performances running August 10 - 20. Opening night is slated for August 11.

Wesley Enoch Appointed Patrick White Fellow and playwright Aran Thangaratnam Wins Patrick White Award
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2023

Writer, director, and Quandamooka man, Wesley Enoch has been appointed STC’s Patrick White Playwrights Fellow. The 2023 Patrick White Playwrights Award has been awarded to Melbourne-based playwright, Aran Thangaratnam for his play love MAD GLITCH. 

Ensemble Theatre Announces 2023 Season
by Stephi Wild - Aug 9, 2022

Ensemble Theatre has announced its 2023 season, with everything from classics to new works, hilarious comedy, to touching drama. Next year sees another 10-play season take to the stage, featuring huge cast names and brilliant playwrights, with a focus on female writing and directing.

EDGE SYDENHAM 2022 Comes to Inner West, Sydney Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jul 26, 2022

Inner West, Sydney, known as Postcode 2044 is regarded as a uniquely creative community with vibrant and diverse neighbourhoods made up of different cultures, ideologies and experiences.   Come and celebrate Postcode 2044 over two weekends 12-14 August and 19-21 August. 

Emme Hoy and Kamarra Bell-Wykes Win Top Writing Prizes at STC
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2022

Emme Hoy has been appointed Sydney Theatre Company's new Patrick White Playwrights Fellow, one month before her adaptation of Anne Brontë's The Tenant of Wildfell Hall – directed by STC Resident Director Jessica Arthur – is due to open at Roslyn Packer Theatre.

50th Anniversary Australian Playwright's Festival Announced
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2022

To celebrate its recent 50th birthday, Currency Press, Australia's foremost publisher of the performing arts, is convening the Australian Playwrights' Festival. Showcasing our playwrights and the roles they have played in reflecting our society and defining who we are, the festival will be held from 18-20 March 2022 at the Paddington RSL.

Ensemble Theatre Launches Its 2022 Season
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2021

Mark Kilmurry, Artistic Director, Ensemble Theatre is thrilled to announce the 2022 Season which, says Kilmurry, will be a season of 10 exceptional shows by the best Australian and international playwrights including 2 special events with theatre legends.

STC's Patrick White Fellow, Award Winner And Emerging Writers Group Announced
by A.A. Cristi - May 5, 2021

Angus Cerini has been appointed Sydney Theatre Company's new Patrick White Playwrights Fellow, just six months after his gothic two-hander Wonnangatta starring Hugo Weaving and Wayne Blair marked the Company's return to the stage following last year's industry shutdown.