Miss Saigon 1989 - Articles Page 16

Ages: 13+
Opened: July 20, 1989
Closing: unknown

Miss Saigon - 1989 - West End History , Info & More

Theatre Royal, Drury Lane
Catherine Street London WC2B 5JB London

The lights go dark and four giant screens light up with a blinking cinematic countdown...9, 8, 7, 6, 5...the sound of a helicopter approaching builds to deafening proportions as a garishly huge make-up mirror backstage at the seedy club/brothel Dreamland lights up with an unforgiving glare and the "Movie In Our Minds" begins to roll!



Miss Saigon at Near West Theatre is a high tech explosion of video, photography, lights, rigging and music together with a phenomenal teen cast of fierce energy and brazen commitment to the emotional journey of this show. This rock opera feels like Evita or Jesus Christ Superstar on steroids, You can feel the foreboding tragedy looming in fateful inevitability as Mariah Burks, in the role of Kim, gives the performance of a lifetime along with Xavier Reminick as the ratty, opportunistic Engineer and Mike Glaven as the American G.I. who wins her heart and breaks it in two.



This is a HOT show in a HOT theater. It's the Vietnam War, with all the deception, the misplaced patriotism, the idealism, the courage and the horror.....and its a MUSICAL! Sweat it out!!... it's more than worth it. The heat is ON in Saigon.


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Complete Track Listing Announced For 'An Evening With John Barrowman' DVD, To Be Released 11/16
by BWW News Desk - Nov 16, 2009


The upcoming DVD 'An Evening with John Barrowman' is due for release in November 2009. The DVD contains over 55 minutes of extra features.

Photo Flash: U.K.'s John Barrowman Promotes New Autobiography, 'I Am What I Am'
by Jessica Lewis - Oct 21, 2009


It was an early morning for fans of Olivier nominated stage star John Barrowman today in the U.K. Beginning at 7.45am, fans braved the cold to start the queue at Dress Circle to have their copies of Barrowman's new autobiography 'I Am What I Am' signed by the star. By 11.00am the queue was over 200 and snaking around the block. Despite the grey day, reportedly a good time was had by all.

2009 L.A. Stage Alliance Ovation Award Nominees to be Announced 10/19
by BWW News Desk - Oct 19, 2009


The 2009 L.A. Stage Alliance Ovation Award nominee announcement will occur Monday, October 19. Doors will open at 7:00p.m., with the presentation beginning at 7:30p.m. The event is hosted by A Noise Within, located at 234 S. Brand Boulevard in Glendale.

Donna McKechnie Choreographs CROSS THAT RIVER, Plays TBG Theatre As Part Of NYMF 10/12-18
by BWW News Desk - Oct 18, 2009


A new musical about a runaway slave who becomes one of America's first Black Cowboys will debut this fall when CROSS THAT RIVER is presented by The New York Musical Theatre Festival and Patricia Harris, starting October 12, 2009 at TBG Theatre (312 West 36th Street - 3rd Floor) in New York City.

Donna McKechnie Choreographs CROSS THAT RIVER, Plays TBG Theatre As Part Of NYMF 10/12-18
by BWW News Desk - Oct 12, 2009


A new musical about a runaway slave who becomes one of America's first Black Cowboys will debut this fall when CROSS THAT RIVER is presented by The New York Musical Theatre Festival and Patricia Harris, starting October 12, 2009 at TBG Theatre (312 West 36th Street - 3rd Floor) in New York City.

2009 L.A. Stage Alliance Ovation Award Nominees to be Announced 10/19
by Jessica Lewis - Oct 8, 2009


The 2009 L.A. Stage Alliance Ovation Award nominee announcement will occur Monday, October 19. Doors will open at 7:00p.m., with the presentation beginning at 7:30p.m. The event is hosted by A Noise Within, located at 234 S. Brand Boulevard in Glendale.

Photo Coverage: THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES Celebrates Its One Year Anniversary
by Peter James Zielinski - Sep 15, 2009


On Monday, September 14th, The Marvelous Wonderettes celebrated its one-year anniversary in New York where it continues to run at Off-Broadway's Westside Theatre, upstairs (407 West 43rd Street). Written and directed by Roger Bean, The Marvelous Wonderettes features Kirsten Bracken, Misty Cotton, Christina DeCicco and Lindsay Mendez.

The Marvelous Wonderettes Celebrate One Year Of Magic
by BWW News Desk - Sep 14, 2009


On September 14th, The Marvelous Wonderettes? one-year anniversary will mark their 418th performance, surpassing the runs of landmark off-Broadway productions

Alan Muraoka Directs All Asian-American Cast In LOVE! VALOUR! COMPASSION! At Cherry Lane 9/14
by BWW News Desk - Sep 14, 2009


The National Asian American Theatre Company (NAATCO) will present a one-night-only all Asian-American performance of Terrence McNally's LOVE! VALOUR! COMPASSION!, directed by Alan Muraoka, on Monday, September 14 with a 6:00pm cocktail reception and a 7:00pm performance at the Cherry Lane Theatre (38 Commerce Street) to benefit NAATCO.

THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES Celebrate Their One Year Anniversary 9/14
by BWW News Desk - Sep 14, 2009


On Monday, September 14th, The Marvelous Wonderettes celebrates its one-year anniversary in New York where it continues to run at Off-Broadway's Westside Theatre, upstairs (407 West 43rd Street). Written and directed by Roger Bean, The Marvelous Wonderettes features Kirsten Bracken, Misty Cotton, Christina DeCicco and Lindsay Mendez.

John Barrowman Joins Menier Chocolate Factory's La Cage aux Folles 9/14
by BWW News Desk - Sep 14, 2009


John Barrowman is set to join the cast of Menier Chocolate Factory's La Cage aux Folles, stepping into the roll of Albin on 9/14. The roll is currently being played by Roger Allam.

The Marvelous Wonderettes Celebrate One Year Of Magic
by TJ Fitzgerald - Sep 11, 2009


On September 14th, The Marvelous Wonderettes? one-year anniversary will mark their 418th performance, surpassing the runs of landmark off-Broadway productions

Blickenstaff, Lewis, Murney & More Star In Signature's FIRST YOU DREAM Kander & Ebb Celebration 9/10-27
by BWW News Desk - Sep 10, 2009


The 2009 Regional Theatre Tony Award winning-Signature Theatre presents the world premiere theater event First You Dream': The Music of Kander & Ebb, September 10 through 27, 2009. A tribute to Broadway's most celebrated songwriting partnership - from Cabaret to Chicago to Curtains - Signature pulls out the stops with Broadway's Heidi Blickenstaff, James Clow, Norm Lewis, Julia Murney, Matthew Scott, and Eleasha Gamble and a 19-piece orchestra, plus staging and set design by Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer and choreography by Karma Camp.

Blickenstaff, Lewis, Murney & More Star In Signature's FIRST YOU DREAM Kander & Ebb Celebration 9/10-27
by Charlie Piane - Aug 26, 2009


The 2009 Regional Theatre Tony Award winning-Signature Theatre presents the world premiere theater event First You Dream': The Music of Kander & Ebb, September 10 through 27, 2009. A tribute to Broadway's most celebrated songwriting partnership - from Cabaret to Chicago to Curtains - Signature pulls out the stops with Broadway's Heidi Blickenstaff, James Clow, Norm Lewis, Julia Murney, Matthew Scott, and Eleasha Gamble and a 19-piece orchestra, plus staging and set design by Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer and choreography by Karma Camp.

Alan Muraoka Directs All Asian-American Cast In LOVE! VALOUR! COMPASSION! At Cherry Lane 9/14
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 25, 2009


The National Asian American Theatre Company (NAATCO) will present a one-night-only all Asian-American performance of Terrence McNally's LOVE! VALOUR! COMPASSION!, directed by Alan Muraoka, on Monday, September 14 with a 6:00pm cocktail reception and a 7:00pm performance at the Cherry Lane Theatre (38 Commerce Street) to benefit NAATCO.

Donna McKechnie Choreographs CROSS THAT RIVER, Plays TBG Theatre As Part Of NYMF 10/12-18
by Charlie Piane - Aug 24, 2009


A new musical about a runaway slave who becomes one of America's first Black Cowboys will debut this fall when CROSS THAT RIVER is presented by The New York Musical Theatre Festival and Patricia Harris, starting October 12, 2009 at TBG Theatre (312 West 36th Street - 3rd Floor) in New York City.

THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES Celebrate Their One Year Anniversary 9/14
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 17, 2009


On Monday, September 14th, The Marvelous Wonderettes celebrates its one-year anniversary in New York where it continues to run at Off-Broadway's Westside Theatre, upstairs (407 West 43rd Street). Written and directed by Roger Bean, The Marvelous Wonderettes features Kirsten Bracken, Misty Cotton, Christina DeCicco and Lindsay Mendez.

Complete Track Listing Announced For 'An Evening With John Barrowman' DVD, To Be Released 11/16
by Charlie Piane - Aug 14, 2009


The upcoming DVD 'An Evening with John Barrowman' is due for release in November 2009. The DVD contains over 55 minutes of extra features.

John Barrowman To Celebrate Release Of New Autobiography With Signing Appearances
by Charlie Piane - Aug 5, 2009


Popular entertainer John Barrowman has announced several book-signing appearances to promote his upcoming follow-up autobiography, 'I Am What I Am.' The book is a companion piece for his first autobiography, 'Anything Goes,' which was published in January of 2008.

STAGE TUBE: John Barrowman In Concert - DVD Sneak Peek
by Eddie Varley - Jul 23, 2009


Watch a sneak preview of some of the footage being used for the DVD of John Barrowman's concert in Glasgow. The upcoming DVD, 'An Evening with John Barrowman' is due for release in November 2009.'

John Barrowman Sings the 'Movies' at Henley Festival 7/10
by BWW News Desk - Jul 10, 2009


Renowned UK singer and performer John Barrowman will take part in the upcoming summer Henley Festival. Barrowman will guest in the Pure Gold from the Silver Screen concert, Sir Michael Parkinson will host the July 10 evening of songs from the big screen.

John Barrowman To Star In ROBIN HOOD: THE PANTOMIME ADVENTURE 12/12 - 01/24/2010
by Charlie Piane - Jun 29, 2009


Renowned UK singer and performer John Barrowman will star in ROBIN HOOD: THE PANTOMIME ADVENTURE at the New Theatre in Cardiff. The production will run December 12, 2009 through January 24, 2010.

Photo Flash: Pittsburgh CLO Presents SWING! 6/20-26 At The Bedum Center
by Reynard Loki - Jun 19, 2009


Come give your happy feet a chance and jump, jive and wail at Pittsburgh CLO's production of Swing!, playing June 20 through 26 at the Benedum Center in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh's Cultural District.

Pittsburgh CLO Presents SWING! 6/20-26 At The Bedum Center
by BWW News Desk - Jun 20, 2009


Come give your happy feet a chance and jump, jive and wail at Pittsburgh CLO's production of Swing!, playing June 20 through 26 at the Benedum Center in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh's Cultural District.

Photo Flash: Pittsburgh CLO Presents SWING! 6/20-26 At The Bedum Center
by Reynard Loki - Jun 15, 2009


Come give your happy feet a chance and jump, jive and wail at Pittsburgh CLO's production of Swing!, playing June 20 through 26 at the Benedum Center in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh's Cultural District.

Other Productions of Miss Saigon

1989   West End Original London Production
West End
1991   Broadway Broadway Production
Broadway
2002   US Tour Big League Productions
US Tour
2002   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
2004   UK Tour Touring Revival
UK Tour
2014   West End West End Revival
West End
2017   Broadway Broadway Revival Production
Broadway
2018   US Tour US Tour
US Tour

Miss Saigon - 1989 West End Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1990 Olivier Awards Designer of the Year John Napier
1990 Olivier Awards Musical of the Year Claude-Michel Schonberg
1990 Olivier Awards Musical of the Year Alain Boublil
1990 Olivier Awards Outstanding Performance of the Year by an Actor in a Musical Jonathan Pryce
1990 Olivier Awards Outstanding Performance of the Year by an Actress in a Musical Lea Salonga
1989 Evening Standard Awards Ned Sherrin Award for Best Musical 0

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