Cats 1981 - Articles Page 20

Ages: 6+
Opened: May 11, 1981
Closing: May 11, 2002

Cats - 1981 - West End History , Info & More

Based on Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats by T.S. Eliot

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There's no better way to introduce your family to the wonders of live theatre than with the magic, the mystery, the memory of CATS. What began as a musical about cats after Andrew Lloyd Webber picked up a book of poems in an airport bookshop has become one of the longest running shows in Broadway's history. Winner of seven Tony Awards including Best Musical, CATS features 20 of Andrew Lloyd Webber's timeless melodies, including the hit song "Memory."

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Cats - 1981 - West End Articles Page 20

Pittsburgh CLO Presents INTO THE WOODS 8/4-8/9 At The Benedum Center
by BWW News Desk - Aug 4, 2009


Find out what happens after 'happily ever after' when Pittsburgh CLO presents Into the Woods. Once Upon a Time, a Baker and his wife embarked on a quest to break a witch's spell. On their journey 'into the woods' they cross paths with Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel, Cinderella and a host of other hysterically flawed fairy tale characters.

Broadway In Chicago Welcomes Back CATS At The Cadillac Palace Theatre 10/13-18
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 24, 2009


Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to welcome back CATS. The show that revolutionized musical theatre is coming to the Cadillac Palace Theatre October 13 - 18, 2009.

Pittsburgh CLO Presents INTO THE WOODS 8/4-8/9 At The Benedum Center
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 21, 2009


Find out what happens after 'happily ever after' when Pittsburgh CLO presents Into the Woods. Once Upon a Time, a Baker and his wife embarked on a quest to break a witch's spell. On their journey 'into the woods' they cross paths with Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel, Cinderella and a host of other hysterically flawed fairy tale characters.

RIVERDANCE, STOMP, And THE COLOR PURPLE Among Broadway/L.A.'s 2010 Season
by Reynard Loki - May 7, 2009


Broadway/L.A. today announces the lineup for its 2010 Season, with all productions scheduled to play at its flagship venue, Hollywood's historic Pantages Theatre (6233 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood).

Nancy Hess is New 'Madame Giry' in THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Starting 2/9
by BWW News Desk - Feb 9, 2009


Broadway veteran Nancy Hess will join the Broadway cast of Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, the longest-running show in Broadway history, beginning Monday, February 9. Produced by Cameron Mackintosh/Really Useful Group, Inc. and directed by Harold Prince, the musical recently celebrated an unprecedented 21 Years in New York, where it plays at The Majestic Theatre (247 West 44th Street).

Nancy Hess is New 'Madame Giry' in THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Starting 2/9
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 6, 2009


Broadway veteran Nancy Hess will join the Broadway cast of Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, the longest-running show in Broadway history, beginning Monday, February 9. Produced by Cameron Mackintosh/Really Useful Group, Inc. and directed by Harold Prince, the musical recently celebrated an unprecedented 21 Years in New York, where it plays at The Majestic Theatre (247 West 44th Street).

'Cats' Opens New Year's Eve
by Beau Higgins - Dec 31, 2008


Based on T.S. Eliot's Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats, and with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, CATS won seven 1983 Tony Awards including Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical, Best Lighting and Best Original Score.

'Cats' The Legendary Musical
by Beau Higgins - Dec 19, 2008


Based on T.S. Eliot' Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats, and with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, CATS won seven 1983 Tony Awards including Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical, Best Lighting and Best Original Score.

Elaine Paige to Read From 'Memoirs' at the National Theatre
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 12, 2008


On September 23rd, 2008 Elaine Paige, the iconic star of Evita, Cats and Sunset Boulevard celebrates 40 years on the stage in Memories, a revealing insight into a dazzling life. The platform will be followed by a book signing.

'Cats' Visits Wilshire Theatre June 10-15
by BWW News Desk - Feb 28, 2008


Cats the show that revolutionized musical theatre is coming to Wilshire Theatre Beverly Hills for 8 performances June 10-15.

'Cats' to Play Limited Run at Toronto's Princess of Wales
by BWW News Desk - Aug 14, 2007


Cats will play the Princess of Wales Theatre in Toronto for limited one-week engagement.

Furry Dated: Cats UK Tour Review
by Glenn Meads - May 25, 2007


Looking at this 'kitty' song 'n' dance show in 2007, time has not been kind

CATS - Opens Tonight - 25th Anniversary Tour!
by Beau Higgins - Aug 2, 2006


99 Lives? CATS - Musical Legend Opens Wednesday
by Beau Higgins - Jul 28, 2006


Cats Anniversary Tour Prowls into Chicago, Sept. 13-25
by BWW News Desk - Aug 31, 2005


A 25th anniversary tour of Cats will come to Chicago's Auditorium Theatre from September 13th through 25th

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