Passion 1994 - Articles Page 4

Ages: 17+
Opened: May 9, 1994
Closing: January 07, 1995

Passion - 1994 - Broadway History , Info & More

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Based on the film Passione d'Amore directed by Ettore Scola


Based on the novel Fosca by I. U. Tarchetti

PASSION, winner of 4 Tony Awards including Best Music and Lyrics, Best Book, and Best Musical, features music and lyrics by the acclaimed Stephen Sondheim (Sweeney Todd, West Side Story, Company, Follies, Into The Woods, Gypsy) and book by James Lapine (Falsettos, Into The Woods, Sunday In The Park With George).





PASSION opened on Broadway in 1994, and received its London revival in 2010 at the Donmar Warehouse as part of Stephen Sondheim's 80th birthday celebrations.



Stephen Sondheim's PASSION revolves around a handsome Italian solider, Giorgio, separated from his beautiful mistress, who is shattered and ultimately changed by the unconditional and obsessive love of Fosca, his Colonel's chronically ill and plain cousin. Her unrelenting passions force him to re-evaluate his beliefs about love and attraction between two human beings.

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BroadwaySF Announces The Launch Of UNSCRIPTED
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BroadwaySF, part of the Ambassador Theatre Group, has announced the launch of UNSCRIPTED, an all-new, original series where culture-shaping luminaries and innovators bring their singular perspectives to San Francisco for an unforgettable evening of engaging conversation and captivating storytelling, live on stage.

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The Gateway's Annual Fundraiser SHAKE THE SHORE To Honor Diane Giattino
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The Gateway's Annual Fundraiser, SHAKE THE SHORE, will take place at The Gateway in Bellport on July 29 at 6 PM. The evening will honor Bellport's Diane Giattino and will feature a performance by The Gateway Alum, Nick Sanchez of Broadway's Hamilton, as well as, a special appearance by two-time Olympic Medalist, Nancy Kerrigan – star of The Gateway's Holiday Spectacular on Ice.

Catch Pianist Ursula Oppens at Summer Music Festivals and Competitions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 13, 2023


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Photos/Video: Go Inside Stephen Sondheim's $7M Manhattan Townhouse
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 11, 2023


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Pacific Chorale Launches Season With VOICES OF LIGHT / THE PASSION OF JOAN OF ARC in October
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 10, 2023


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Pacific Chorale, Announces Bold And Dynamic Programming For 2023-2024 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2023


Pacific Chorale, celebrated for its artistic innovation and compelling performances, announces a range of bold and dynamic programming for the 2023-24 season, showcasing the sublime power of the human voice raised in song.

DJ E.Dubb, Mayan Passion And K-Bandit Will Perform At Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 28, 2023


Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles and MezcLA Fest House Issues presents DJ E.Dubb, Mayan Passion & K-Bandit on July 21, 2023.

Book-It Theatre to Close its Doors After Final Season Show
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 28, 2023


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Seattle's Book-It Theatre Will Close After 33 Years
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 27, 2023


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Who Will Win at the 2023 Tony Awards?
by Team BWW - Jun 9, 2023


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by BWW Staff - Jun 2, 2023


Washington, DC 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. One Jewish Boy, Passing Strange, and more lead our top picks for June 2023!

All-Female and Gender-Fluid Cast Set for RICHARD III at New York Classical Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 24, 2023


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by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2023


Souls Grown Deep Foundation and Community Partnership announced that Lola C. West has been elected chair of its Board of Directors. West has served on the board since 2019.

Eisemann Center Reveals Their 2023-2024 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2023


The Eisemann Center and the City of Richardson announced the 2023-2024 Season of Eisemann Center Presents (ECP) at a City Council meeting Mon, May 8, 2023.

Review: PASSION at EPAC
by Rich Mehrenberg - May 6, 2023


I appreciate and value EPAC’s efforts to bring this production to the Central Pennsylvania stage.  They continue to take risks and select material found “outside the box”. 

Dorinda Medley to Join WAIT WAIT... DON'T TELL ME! as Special Guest in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 4, 2023


Boston Symphony Orchestra has announced that The Real Housewives of New York City’s Dorinda Medley will be a Special Guest at NPR’s oddly informative news quiz program Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me! on Thursday, June 22, 2023, at 8:00 p.m.

Adam Jacobs, Alison Luff, Bobby Conte & More Will Lead Reimagined THE WHO'S TOMMY at Chicago's Goodman Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 3, 2023


This summer, Chicago will be first to experience a reimagined production of The Who's Tommy when the original creators reunite at Goodman Theatre. Tony Award winners Pete Townshend and Des McAnuff, nearly 30 years after their epic pop-culture musical theater sensation first bowed on Broadway, have reconvened to tell the story of Tommy Walker for 2023 audiences.

Lisa Dawn Cave, Victoria Bailey and Robert Fried to Receive The 2023 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 1, 2023


The Tony Awards Administration Committee will present the 2023 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre to production stage manager, Lisa Dawn Cave; Victoria Bailey, Executive Director, Theatre Development Fund; and theatrical accountant, Robert Fried.

Trinity Rep Presents SWEENEY TODD
by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2023


Trinity Repertory Company concludes its 2022-23 Season with the award-winning musical Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a book by Hugh Wheeler. Directed by Curt Columbus, Sweeney Todd runs at Trinity Rep in the Dowling Theater from May 25 through June 25, 2023.

PACIFIC OVERTURES, CLOSE UP - THE TWIGGY MUSICAL, and More Set For Menier Chocolate Factory 2023 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2023


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Pianist Ursula Oppens To Honor Late Composer Frederic Rzewski In Kaufman Music Center's Marathon Concert Series, May 6
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 19, 2023


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Jason Posnock Appointed President & CEO of Brevard Music Center
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 17, 2023


The Board of Trustees of the Brevard Music Center (BMC) has named Jason Posnock President and CEO, succeeding Mark Weinstein, who is retiring this year after ten years at BMC.

Patti LuPone, Sierra Boggess & Sutton Foster to Star in Sondheim Celebration at the Hollywood Bowl
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2023


Patti LuPone will lead a glittering cast of Broadway luminaries for Everybody Rise! A Sondheim Celebration at the Hollywood Bowl. See how to purchase tickets!

Laura Canning Named Opera North's New General Director & CEO
by Stephi Wild - Apr 12, 2023


The Board of Trustees of award-winning national opera company in the North of England, Opera North, announced the appointment of Laura Canning as its new General Director & CEO. 

Other Productions of Passion

1993   New York Workshop
New York
1994   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1996   West End London Revival
West End
1996   Regional (US) Regional Revival
Regional (US)
1997   West End London Concert
West End
2002   Regional (US) Sondheim Festival Production
Regional (US)
2003   Regional (US) Regional Concert
Regional (US)
2004   London Fringe Bridewell Production
London Fringe
2004   Broadway 10th Anniversary Concert
Broadway
2005   Broadway Concert [Broadway]
Broadway
2010   West End Donmar Warehouse Revival
West End
2013   Off-Broadway Classic Stage Company Production
Off-Broadway
2018   Washington, DC (Regional) Signature Theatre's Production
Washington, DC (Regional)

Passion - 1994 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1994 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor - Musical Jere Shea
1994 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress - Musical Donna Murphy
1994 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical James Lapine
1994 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director - Musical James Lapine
1994 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lighting Design Beverly Emmons
1994 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lyrics Stephen Sondheim
1994 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music Stephen Sondheim
1994 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Musical Passion
1994 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestration Jonathan Tunick
1994 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Set Design Andrianne Lobel
1994 The Hewes Awards Lighting Design Beverly Emmons
1994 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical James Lapine
1994 Tony Awards Best Costume Design Jane Greenwood
1994 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical James Lapine
1994 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design Beverly Emmons
1994 Tony Awards Best Musical Scott Rudin
1994 Tony Awards Best Musical Roger Berlind
1994 Tony Awards Best Musical Capital Cities/ABC
1994 Tony Awards Best Musical The Shubert Organization
1994 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Stephen Sondheim
1994 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Tom Aldredge
1994 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Jere Shea
1994 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Marin Mazzie
1994 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Donna Murphy

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