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Hairspray Tour 2003

Ages: 12+
Opened: September 9, 2003
Closing: June 25, 2006

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Michael Longoria To Make 54 Below Solo Debut With A VERY BROADWAY KIND OF CHRISTMAS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2024


Michael Longoria, known for his role in JERSEY BOYS, will make his solo debut at 54 Below with 'A Very Broadway Kind Of Christmas,' featuring holiday classics and Broadway hits. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

I WROTE THAT! Author Talk Series Returns With Jack O'Brien, October 28
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 25, 2023


Join us for the 'I WROTE THAT!' Author Talk Series featuring Jack O'Brien, Tony Award-winning Director of Hairspray, Henry IV, and more. Tuesday, October 28, 2023, 1:00 PM at the Palace Theater.

Counting Up the Tony Awards Already Won by the 2023 Nominees!
by Team BWW - Jun 10, 2023


The 2023 Tony nominees are already winners... literally. For some, this marks their first nomination, but others have already won Tony Awards in seasons past. We took a look at which nominees have won at least a Tony or two (or seven!) - amongst them, they've gathered a total 79 awards!

Counting Off the Tony Awards Already Won by the 2022 Nominees!
by Team BWW - Jun 11, 2022


The 2022 Tony nominees are already winners... literally. For some, this marks their first nomination, but others have already won Tony Awards in seasons past. We took a look at which nominees have won at least a Tony or two (or six!) - amongst them, they've gathered a total 61 awards!

Michael Longoria To Debut SUMMER LOVIN Concert at The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2021


Michael Longoria will return to the Greenroom 42 stage, one of New York City’s top cabaret venues, on Friday, July 30th at 7pm. Longoria will serenade his audience in an evening of contemporary summer lovin’ with fresh takes on the radio hits of Cyndi Lauper, Troye Sivan, The Weekend, Erasure, Billie Eilish and more.

Michael Longoria Comes to the Green Room 42
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2021


Michael Longoria is among the stars set to reopen The Green Room 42, one of New York City's top cabaret venues, after more than a year without live indoor entertainment.

Michael Longoria Presents Virtual Concert Tonight
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 11, 2021


Tonight at 7pm, original Jersey Boy Michael Longoria will be presenting a virtual concert, singing movie love songs from my album LIKE THEY DO IN THE MOVIES.  

Broadway Theatres to Dim Lights in Memory of Tony Award Winning Producer Margo Lion
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2020


The Broadway community mourns the loss of multiple Tony Award® winning producer Margo Lion, who died on January 24, 2020 at age 75. To commemorate her life and work, the Committee of Theatre Owners will dim the lights of the Jujamcyn Theatres (the Al Hirschfeld, August Wilson, Eugene O'Neill, St. James, and Walter Kerr Theatres) where Ms. Lion often collaborated and worked; as well as the American Airlines, Bernard Jacobs, Helen Hayes, Neil Simon, New Amsterdam, Lincoln Center, Lyric Theatre, and Samuel J. Friedmans; in New York for one minute on Saturday, February 29 at exactly 7:45pm.

VIDEO: Michael Longoria Has Released Music Video For 'Kiss Me (Like They Do In The Movies)'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2019


Michael Longoria has released a sultry music video for 'Kiss Me (Like They Do In The Movies)', an original song written by Michael Longoria and arranged by James Dobinson. The music video is directed by Matt Simpkins and stars Longoria and Anthony Crouchelli. 'Kiss Me (Like They Do In The Movies)' is the first single from Longoria's new studio album, Michael Longoria: Like They Do In The Movies, available now at www.BroadwayRecords.com, www.Amazon.com, in stores and across digital platforms. Michael Longoria: Like They Do In The Movies was released by Broadway Records on October 11, 2019 and reached #5 on the iTunes Vocal Albums Chart.

Michael Longoria Brings LIKE THEY DO IN THE MOVIES to Feinstein's at the Nikko
by Julie Musbach - Sep 18, 2019


Michael Longoria, star of Jersey Boys and The Midtown Men, will bring his one-man show, Like They Do In The Movies,to Feinstein's at the Nikko for one performance onlya?"Wednesday, October 16 at 7 p.m. Featuring songs from his brand-new album of the same namea?"including 'Evergreen' from A Star Is Born, 'I Will Always Love You' from The Bodyguard, 'Take My Breath Away' from Top Gun and 'Unchained Melody' from Ghosta?"Longoria will take audiences on a romantic cinematic journey.

Broadway Records Announces Michael Longoria's LIKE THEY DO IN THE MOVIES
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 29, 2019


Broadway Records will release Michael Longoria's new studio album, Like They Do In The Movies, digitally and in stores tomorrow, Friday, October 11, 2019. The album is currently available for pre-order at www.BroadwayRecords.com.

Counting Off the Tony Awards Already Won by the 2019 Nominees!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 8, 2019


The 2019 Tony nominees are already winners... literally. For some, this marks their first nomination, but others have already won Tony Awards in seasons past. We took a look at which nominees have won at least a Tony or two (or nine) - amongst them, they've gathered a total of 69 awards!

WATCH NOW! Zooming in on the Tony Nominees: William Ivey Long
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 5, 2019


Did you know that William Ivey Long is already the winner of six Tony Awards? Now he's telling us about what his 16th and 17th nominations mean to him!

Michael Longoria Releases Music Video In Support Of His Christmas Album
by Tori Hartshorn - Nov 30, 2018


Celebrate the holiday season with Broadway Records first Christmas album, Michael Longoria: Merry Christmas Darling, available now at www.BroadwayRecords.com, Amazon.com, in stores and across digital platforms.

Charles Strouse, Andy Karl, Ahrens & Flaherty, and More Will Celebrate The Life Of Thomas Meehan
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2018


The Broadway community will celebrate the life of Thomas Meehan on Monday, November 5th at 2:00 PM at the St. James Theatre (246 West 44th Street).

Michael Longoria Announces Holiday Album MERRY CHRISTMAS DARLING
by Julie Musbach - Oct 12, 2018


Broadway Records today announced that Michael Longoria: Merry Christmas Darling will be released digitally and in stores on Friday, November 9, 2018.

Michael Longoria Will Release Christmas Album 'Merry Christmas Darling'
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2018


Broadway Records today announced that Michael Longoria: Merry Christmas Darling will be released digitally and in stores on Friday, November 9, 2018. The album is currently available for pre-order at www.BroadwayRecords.com and Amazon.com.

Broadway To Dim Its Lights In Memory Of Award Winning Writer Thomas Meehan
by Rebecca Russo - Aug 25, 2017


The Broadway community mourns the loss of multiple Tony Award® winner Thomas Meehan, who passed away on Monday, August 21st at age 88. The marquees of Broadway theatres in New York will be dimmed in his memory on Wednesday, August 30th, at exactly 7:45pm for one minute.

Tony Award Countdown: 30 Years In 30 Days, You Can't Stop Harvey Fierstein and Marissa Jaret Winokur in HAIRSPRAY, 2003
by Michael Dale - May 31, 2016


Broadway favorite Harvey Fierstein took Best Actor In a Musical honors while his newcomer co-star claimed Best Actress.

Julie Taymor, Tyne Daly, Donna Murphy & More Set for Drama League's 2014 Spring Season Events
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 25, 2014


The Drama League has announced their Spring 2014 Programming Schedule of special performances, events and educational offerings at the new Drama League Theater Center in Tribeca. Highlights include intimate evenings with Tony Award winners Tyne Daly, Terrence McNally, Donna Murphy, Julie Taymor, William Ivey Long and the composing team of Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty.

Photo Coverage: Midtown Men Play Gramercy Theatre!
by Linda Lenzi - Jan 14, 2013


The Midtown Men featuring Tony Award Winner Christian Hoff, Michael Longoria, Daniel Reichard, and Tony nominee J. Robert Spencer, just performed at the Gramercy Theatre, and you can check out photos from the event below!

The Midtown Men Will Play the State Theatre, 1/25
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 11, 2013


The Midtown Men features Tony Award Winner Christian Hoff, Michael Longoria, Daniel Reichard, and Tony nominee J. Robert Spencer. This jump-to-your-feet show features top hits from a who's who of the ‘60s including The Beatles, The Beach Boys, The Temptations, The Jackson 5, and The Four Seasons, whose story they brought to life every night as Stars in the Original Cast of Jersey Boys.

Photo Flash: Production Shots from LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at the Muny!
by Jessica Lewis - Jul 28, 2011


The Muny has just released a preview for the upcoming production LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS. A true classic of camp comedy, this is the musical that's sure to grow on you! For information call (314) 361-1900 , or visit our website at www.muny.org. To charge tickets by phone, call (314) 534-1111. Check out production shots below!

STAGE TUBE: First Look at LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at the MUNY
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 27, 2011


The Muny has just released a preview for the upcoming production LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS. A true classic of camp comedy, this is the musical that's sure to grow on you! For information call (314) 361-1900 , or visit our website at www.muny.org. To charge tickets by phone, call (314) 534-1111. Click below o check it out!

Alli Mauzey, Rob McClure to Lead MUNY's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS; Full Cast Announced!
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 21, 2011


The Muny has just annunced the full cast of upcoming production LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS. A true classic of camp comedy, this is the musical that's sure to grow on you! For information call (314) 361-1900 , or visit our website at www.muny.org. To charge tickets by phone, call (314) 534-1111.

Hairspray History

Other Productions of Hairspray

2002   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2003   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
2004   Toronto Toronto Production
Toronto
2006   Las Vegas Las Vegas Production
Las Vegas
2006   Beverly, MA (Regional) North Shore Music Theatre Production
Beverly, MA (Regional)
2007   West End London Production
West End
2016   Motion Picture NBC Live Televised Production
Motion Picture
2021   West End London Revival
West End
2021   US Tour New National Tour
US Tour

Hairspray - 2003 US Tour Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor - Musical Harvey Fierstein
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical Thomas Meehan
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical Mark O'Donnell
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Choreography Jerry Mitchell
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Costume Design William Ivey Long
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director - Musical Jack O'Brien
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical Corey Reynolds
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical Kerry Butler
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lyrics Marc Shaiman
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lyrics Scott Wittman
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music Marc Shaiman
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Musical Hairspray
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestrations Harold Wheeler
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Set Design - Musical David Rockwell
2003 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Scott Wittman
2003 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Marc Shaiman
2003 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Mark O'Donnell
2003 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Thomas Meehan
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical Harvey Fierstein
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Marissa Jaret Winokur
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Broadway Musical 0
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Choreography Jerry Mitchell
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Costume Design William Ivey Long
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical Jack O'Brien
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Dick Latessa
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Matthew Morrison
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Corey Reynolds
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Kerry Butler
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Lighting Design Kenneth Posner
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Set Design David Rockwell
2003 Theatre World Awards Performance Jackie Hoffman
2003 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Thomas Meehan
2003 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Mark O'Donnell
2003 Tony Awards Best Choreography Jerry Mitchell
2003 Tony Awards Best Costume Design William Ivey Long
2003 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Jack O'Brien
2003 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design Kenneth Posner
2003 Tony Awards Best Orchestrations Harold Wheeler
2003 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Scott Wittman
2003 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Marc Shaiman
2003 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design David Rockwell
2002 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress - Musical Marissa Jaret Winokur
2002 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical Dick Latessa

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