Hair 2008 - Articles Page 4

Opened: August 7, 2008
Closing: September 14, 2008

Hair - 2008 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

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The musical that created history by bringing rock n'roll to the theatrical stage, Hair defines the '60's generation by examining a group of young adults struggling for generational and personal identity, dealing with the Vietnam War,drugs, and teenage pregnancy. Dynamic score includes "Let the Sunshine In," "Aquarius," and "Good Morning, Starshine."

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World Premiere Musical OZ Makes Its Debut In Two Weeks!
by A.A. Cristi - May 19, 2023


Preempted from freeFall's 19/20 season, this much-anticipated world-premiere musical by freeFall's artistic director Eric Davis and resident music director Michael Raabe finally takes its turn on June 2. OZ explores the genius of L.

Photos: First Look at EVITA at American Repertory Theater
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2023


All new production photos have been released from Evita at American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University. The production is directed by Sammi Cannold and produced in association with Shakespeare Theatre Company. 

Video: Go Inside Rehearsals For EVITA at American Repertory Theater
by Alan Henry - May 12, 2023


BroadwayWorld has a first look inside rehearsals for EVITA at the American Repertory Theater, which beings performances May 17th and runs through July 16th. Get a first look at the company in action!

Feature: The Show Must Eurovision �" A Celebration of Musical Theatre Eurovision Song Contest Stars �" Part Two
by Adam Robinson - May 10, 2023


In Part One we discussed some of the modern UK connected Musical Theatre Eurovision stars, but let's go back to the 90's where there was an exceptional run from 1991 to 1994 of stage steppers.

World Premiere of Ken Ludwig's MORIARTY: A NEW SHERLOCK HOLMES ADVENTURE is Coming to Cleveland Play House
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023


Cleveland Play House will bring its 2022-2023 season to a close with the world premiere production of Ken Ludwig's Moriarty: A New Sherlock Holmes Adventure. Running April 29 through May 21 in the Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square.

Idina Menzel to Release New Single 'Move' Next Week
by Michael Major - May 5, 2023


Menzel previously shared a preview of the pop song on her TikTok, listen to a sneak peek before its release next week now! A skillful songwriter, Menzel's prolific recording career includes multiple cast albums and the solo albums: 'Still I Can't Be Still,' 'Here, I Stand,' and her last album, 'idina.,' which was released in September 2016.

Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals of EVITA at A.R.T.
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 28, 2023


Check out newly released rehearsal photos for Evita at A.R.T., beginning previews on May 17!

Photos: Go Inside Rehearsal For SWEAT At Santa Fe Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 25, 2023


Santa Fe Playhouse (SFP) has shared a look inside the first rehearsal for Lynn Nottage’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play SWEAT, directed by SFP artistic director Robyn Rikoon. See photos from inside rehearsal!

Photos: First Look at La Mirada Theatre's THE KING AND I
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 23, 2023


LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS & McCOY RIGBY ENTERTAINMENT is presenting Paul Nakauchi as the “King,” Anastasia Barzee as “Anna,” and Joan Almedilla as “Lady Thiang,” along with a cast of 41, coupled with the recent Broadway revival’s lavish sets and costumes, in a sumptuous new production of the Tony Award-winning musical THE KING AND I. Check out photos here!

DEAR BILLY, A LOVE LETTER TO BIG YIN Will Embark on Tour
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2023


Billy Connolly needs no introduction. He is a national treasure. From the shipyards of the Clydeside to his trailblazing and extraordinary stage and movie exploits, he is woven into Scottish culture.  

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR to be Presented at Moonlight Stage Productions in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 19, 2023


Jesus Christ Superstar will launch the 42nd season of Moonlight Stage Productions at the Moonlight Amphitheatre.

Santa Fe Playhouse Presents Nottage's Pulitzer Prize-Winning SWEAT
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 13, 2023


Santa Fe Playhouse presents Lynn Nottage's Pulitzer Prize-winning 'masterpiece about the decline of post-industrial America' (TimeOut London), SWEAT, directed by SFP artistic director Robyn Rikoon.

Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals of EVITA at American Repertory Theater
by Alan Henry - Apr 13, 2023


BroadwayWorld has a first look inside rehearsals for EVITA at the  American Repertory Theater, which beings performances May 17th and runs through July 16th.

Julia Riew's Korean Folktale Musical DIVE to be Developed at American Repertory Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2023


American Repertory Theater will develop Julia Riew’s musical Dive, previously known as Shimcheong: A Folktale. See the creative team, and more.

Full Cast Revealed For LA CAGE AUX FOLLES in Sydney
by Stephi Wild - Apr 11, 2023


Winner of 11 Tony Awards, the hit Broadway musical LA CAGE AUX FOLLES returns to Sydney next week at the State Theatre from 19 April for six performances only.

BLUES FOR AN ALABAMA SKY by Pearl Cleage Announced At McCarter's Berlind Theatre, May 6- 28
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2023


McCarter Theater will welcome audiences to Pearl Cleage's love letter to friendship and the Harlem Renaissance, BLUES FOR AN ALABAMA SKY, on stage in the Berlind Theatre May 6th through the 28th. The play marks the McCarter directorial debut of Associate Artistic Director Nicole A. Watson. 

Shereen Pimentel Will Lead EVITA at A.R.T.; Full Cast Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2023


Casting has been announced for Evita at American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University. Shereen Pimentel (she/her) leads the cast in the role of Eva Perón and is joined by Gabriel Burrafato (he/him) as Magaldi, Omar Lopez-Cepero (he/him) as Che, Caesar Samayoa as Perón, and Naomi Serrano (she/her) as Mistress.

Complete Cast and Creative Team Set for THE COTILLION World Premiere at A.R.T./New York
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2023


New Georges and The Movement Theatre Company will present The Harriet Holland Social Club Presents The 84th Annual Star-Burst Cotillion in the Grand Ballroom of The Renaissance Hotel written and directed by Colette Robert.

Video: 14 Times Broadway Showtunes Made Cameos On the Big and Small Screens
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 30, 2022


From Indiana Jones to The Office, check out videos of BroadwayWorld's favorite found show tunes in film and television history!

HAIR Co-Creator James Rado Dies at 90
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2022


James Rado, the Tony and Grammy Award-winning sole surviving co-creator of the ground-breaking Broadway musical HAIR - The American Tribal Love-Rock Musical, died peacefully Tuesday evening, June 21, 2022 in New York City surrounded by his loving family. 

Photos: On the Opening Night Red Carpet For HAMILTON in Melbourne
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2022


The Australian production of HAMILTON has officially opened in Melbourne, beginning performances at Her Majesty's Theatre from 15 March 2022.

Theater Stories: HAIR, VENUS IN FUR, CHOIR BOY, MY NAME IS LUCY BARTON & More About the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2021


Today's Theater Stories features the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Learn about this history of the theatre, and productions to have graced its stage including Hair, Choir Boy, My Name is Lucy Barton and many more!

VIDEO: On This Day, April 3- SOUTH PACIFIC Starring Kelli O'Hara Opens On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2021


On this day in 2008, Lincoln Center Theater's lavish new production of Richard Rodgers& Oscar Hammerstein's prize-winning musical SOUTH PACIFIC, directed by Bartlett Sher, opened at the Vivian Beaumont Theater.

TV: The Cast of ROCK OF AGES Perform 'Here I Go Again'
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2020


Check out the cast and band of Off-Broadway's Rock of Ages performing a virtual rendition of the Whitesnake hair metal classic, 'Here I Go Again.'

HAIR, HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH and More Announced in Portland Center Stage's 2020-2021 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2020


Portland Center Stage at The Armory announced its 2020-2021 ten-show season, featuring music, humor, Tony Award-winning classics, and a Northwest Stories commissioned world premiere from nationally renowned playwright Lauren Yee.

Hair FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Hair have there been?
Hair has had 18 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1967, Off-Broadway which opened in 1967, Broadway which opened in 1968, Broadway which opened in 1968, West End which opened in 1968, Australia which opened in 1969, Broadway which opened in 1977, Broadway which opened in 1977, West End which opened in 1993, Off-Broadway which opened in 2001, Broadway which opened in 2004, Broadway which opened in 2004, London Fringe which opened in 2005, Off-Broadway which opened in 2008, Broadway which opened in 2009, West End which opened in 2010, US Tour which opened in 2010 and Broadway which opened in 2011.

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