Hacks Stars Take Stage

Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder will appear in-character as Deborah Vance and Ava in a live stage production, 'Deborah Vance & Friends & Enemies Live!', at the Fonda Theatre in Hollywood. The event is sold out and will feature drinks, pizza, soft pretzels, and popcorn for attendees before the show.

The live stage production is timed to coincide with the start of Emmy Phase 2 voting, as the HBO Max comedy series 'Hacks' received 24 Emmy nominations for its fifth and final season, the most nominated season of a comedy ever. Jean Smart has won seven Emmys and is likely to win an eighth, while Hannah Einbinder has been nominated for an Emmy for her role as Ava in 'Hacks'.

The 'Hacks' cast and creators will appear on stage in a one-night-only production, with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. and the show starting at approximately 7:30 p.m. The live stage production will feature additional cast members making surprise appearances.

## What's at Stake The event is significant, as it marks a rare occasion where the cast of a TV series will appear in-character on stage, outside of the show. The production is also a celebration of 'Hacks' record-breaking Emmy nominations, and a chance for the cast and creators to thank their fans.

## Why it Matters 'Hacks' has been a critically acclaimed series, and its finale marked the end of a five-season run. The show's legacy will be focused on the award-winning mothership series, with no spinoffs planned. The live stage production is a unique opportunity for fans to see their favorite characters one last time, and for the cast and creators to promote their Emmy-nominated work.

The event's timing, coinciding with the start of Emmy Phase 2 voting, is also strategic, as it aims to remind voters of the show's excellence and increase its chances of winning more awards. With Jean Smart likely to win her eighth Emmy, and the show's record-breaking nominations, the stakes are high, and the live stage production is a chance for the cast and creators to make a lasting impression on voters.