Can-Can Revival 1981 - Articles Page 3

Opened: April 30, 1981
Closing: May 03, 1981

Can-Can - 1981 - Broadway History , Info & More

Minskoff Theatre (Broadway)
200 W. 45th St. New York, NY 10036

The musical comedy takes place in turn-of-the-century Paris, where La Mome Pistache, proud owner of the Bal du Paradis, famous for its sexy can-can girls, spars with Aristide Forestier, a self-righteous judge determined to close all Parisian dance halls.

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World Premiere of THE TUTOR Comes to New Conservatory Theatre Center in April
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2024


New Conservatory Theatre Center will present a world premiere commission in association with Golden Thread Productions this April. The Tutor is written by Golden Thread’s Founding Artistic Director Emeritus, Torange Yeghiazarian and directed by the company’s current Executive Artistic Director, Sahar Assaf.

THE WOMAN IN THE MIRROR Makes West Coast Premiere in March
by Stephi Wild - Feb 22, 2024


The Woman in the Mirror will make its West Coast premiere in Palm Springs next month.

The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre's 30th Season Continues With DIANA THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2024


The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre's 30th Anniversary Season will continue this spring with the regional theatre premiere of Diana – The Musical.

OMD Announce Fall 2024 North American Tour Dates
by Michael Major - Feb 20, 2024


Their 13 long players include benchmark-raising classics Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark (1980), Organisation (1980), Architecture & Morality (1981), and Dazzle Ships (1983). OMD conquered the United States, and yielded the 1986 hit, 'If You Leave' from the Pretty In Pink Soundtrack. Check out tour dates!

Review: WOMAN OF THE YEAR at Théâtre Firmin Gémier
by Patrick Honoré - Feb 18, 2024


Finally, this Kander and Ebb masterpiece has been done in France, with French dialogue and lyrics to boot

Generic Theater Presents Regional Premiere Of THE VIEWING ROOM
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 15, 2024


Generic Theater presents the regional premiere of 'The Viewing Room,' a moving comedy about a dysfunctional family saying goodbye to their patriarch. Directed by Trey DelPo, this play explores themes of reconciliation, family, and paying tribute to the departed. Don't miss this rollicking good time at Generic Theater in Norfolk.

Open Space Arts Extends SUNSETS: TWO ACTS ON A BEACH To Early March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2024


Open Space Arts will present a two-week extension of SUNSETS: TWO ACTS ON A BEACH by Cal Yeomans, a long-lost drama by an early pioneer of gay theater. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD to Play Chicago Children's Theatre Beginning in April
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 11, 2024


Chicago Children's Theatre's 2023-24 season finale will be a celebration of the same joyful energy that launched the company nearly 20 years ago, A Year with Frog and Toad. Learn more about the production here!

Dita Von Teese Unveils Additional Dates for Residency DITA LAS VEGAS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 8, 2024


Dita Von Teese, has revealed additional dates through June 2024 for her premiere residency, DITA LAS VEGAS: A Jubilant Revue, in the Jubilee Theater at Horseshoe Las Vegas

Review: Stephen Sondheim's MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG at Keegan Theatre
by Mary Lincer - Feb 6, 2024


What did our critic think of MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG at Keegan Theatre?

Broadway Theatres to Dim Lights in Memory of Chita Rivera
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2024


The Broadway community will honor the memory of Chita Rivera by dimming the lights of Broadway theatres.

Oh Boy Records Confirms 'TN To TX: The Road To Luck Reunion' Tour Next Month
by Michael Major - Feb 6, 2024


Upcoming stops include Muscle Shoals' For the Record, Memphis' Minglewood Hall, Nashville's The Blue Room and New Orleans' Chickie Wah Wah, with the tour wrapping March 14 at Luck Reunion, where they will meet up with Oh Boy Records' latest signee, the legendary Swamp Dogg.

The Actors' Gang Presents Its First Fully Bilingual Play YBOR CITY
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2024


Ybor City, a new play written and directed by Mariana Da Silva with movement direction by Stephanie G. Galindo, will have thirteen performances only March 7 to March 30 at The Actors' Gang in Culver City. 

Applications Now Open for Philadelphia Theatre Company's 2024 Terrance McNally Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2024


Applications are open through February 12 for Philadelphia Theatre Company’s 2024 Terrence McNally Award. Find out how to apply!

BECOMING A MAN, PRETTY WOMAN & More Lead Boston's February 2024 Theater Top Picks
by BWW Staff - Feb 5, 2024


Boston is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Check out the top picks for February 2024!

Review: New Tampa Players Production of DREAMGIRLS at the New Tampa Performing Arts Center
by Peter Nason - Feb 4, 2024


It's a dream of a musical with nightmarish sound issues.

Cleveland Public Theatre to Present US Debut Of Hanoch Levin's REQUIEM
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 3, 2024


Cleveland Public Theatre will present the USA debut of Hanoch Levin's REQUIEM, directed by Raymond Bobgan. The play will run from March 14 to April 6, featuring a diverse cast led by Peter Lawson Jones. Learn more here!

Je'Caryous Johnson And Ty James Announce A Collaborative Project SUPER FREAK: THE RICK JAMES STORY
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 1, 2024


JE’CARYOUS JOHNSON AND TY JAMES COLLABORATE TO PRESENT 'Super Freak: The Rick James Story' - a theatrical celebration of the icon’s life, music, and legacy. Opening nationwide this spring, starting in Houston.

PACIFIC OVERTURES, World Premieres & More Set for East West Players 2024 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 1, 2024


East West Players has unveiled its the 2024 Season. See full programming and lear how to purchase tickets!

Cult Film Legends Mink Stole & Peaches Christ to Bring New Tour To NYC & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2024


Cult film legends Mink Stole and Peaches Christ are bringing their new cabaret show 'IDOL WORSHIP' to NYC on Feb. 16-17.

Black Theatre Coalition To Host Inaugural BUILDING THE CHANGE Gala On February 12
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 30, 2024


Co-founders T. Oliver Reid, Warren Adams, and Reginald “Reggie” Van Lee, along with Board Members Aaliytha Stevens and Naila McKenzie, have announced that the Black Theatre Coalition will host its Inaugural Gala on Monday, February 12, 2024 in New York City at the Rainbow Room (30 Rockefeller Plaza, 65th Floor).

THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY Returns To BroadwaySF's Golden Gate Theatre This April
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 29, 2024


The Simon & Garfunkel Story Returns to BroadwaySF’s Golden Gate Theatre. Catch this iconic musical journey through the lives and music of Simon & Garfunkel.

Curious Theatre Branch's 35th Anniversary Season To Continue With The World Premiere Of Jenny Magnus's THE GOOD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2024


Curious Theatre Branch's 35th Anniversary Season continues with the world premiere of Jenny Magnus's 'The Good'. A new work created and performed by Magnus, directed by Stefan Brün.

YoungArts Announces 2024 Presidential Scholars In The Arts Nominees
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 25, 2024


YoungArts has announced the nominees for the 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts, one of the nation's highest honors for high school students who exemplify artistic and academic excellence.

The Dessoff Choirs to Present Valerie Capers' Sojourner in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 25, 2024


The Dessoff Choirs will return to Union Theological Seminary on Saturday, February 24, 2024 at 4:00pm.

Other Productions of Can-Can

1953   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1954   West End London Production
West End
1955   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
1959   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
1962   Off-Broadway City Center Revival
Off-Broadway
1981   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1988   International Tour
1988   West End London Revival
West End
2004   Off-Broadway Encores! Concert
Off-Broadway
2007   London Lost Musicals Concert
London
2007   Los Angeles Pasadena Playhouse Production
Los Angeles

Can-Can - 1981 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1981 Tony Awards Best Choreography Roland Petit
1981 Tony Awards Best Costume Design Franca Squarciapino
1981 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design David Mitchell

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