My Favorite Year 1991 - Articles Page 2

Opened: June 10, 1991
Closing: unknown

My Favorite Year - 1991 - New York History , Info & More

With a tuneful Broadway score by the Tony-winning team of Lynn Ahrens and Stephennbsp; Flaherty, and a snappy book by Joseph Dougherty, ?My Favorite Year? is a classic musical comedy with a heart of gold.brbrIt?s 1954, and Benjy Stone, freshman writer on TV?s King Kaiser Comedy Cavalcade, is assigned the daunting task of baby-sitting veteran Hollywood swashbuckler Alan Swann while he's doing a livenbsp; guest appearance on the show. The effort to keep the reckless Swann off the booze and out of the papers during the rehearsal week nearly drives Benjy to the brink. But when he's given an unexpected glimpse into Swann's broken heart, Benjy begins to discover a thing or two about life and love. In addition to Benjy Stone and Alan Swann, the show is filled with juicy roles for comic actors, from the overbearing Belle Carroca, (played in both the original film and in the Lincoln Center production by Lainie Kazan) to the acerbic comedy writer Alice Miller, the role which garnered Andrea Martin a Tony Award. p/ppFor complete information on this and other Ahrens and Flaherty shows, as well as linksnbsp;to purchase CDs, vocal selections and other publications, please go tonbsp;a href="http://www.ahrensandflaherty.com/"www.AhrensandFlaherty.com/au. /ustrong /strong/p

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Theatre By The Sea to Host 90th Anniversary BIG BARN BASH
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 13, 2023


In celebration of 90 years of Theatre By The Sea, owner and producer Bill Hanney have announced a Big Barn Bash featuring TBTS alumni, which will take place at the historic barn theatre on Monday, August 21, 2023.

THE VOICE's Wendy Moten to Return to Birdland in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 11, 2023


BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present return of Nashville vocalist Wendy Moten – best known for her 2021 run on NBC’s “The Voice” – on Monday, August 21 at 7:00 PM.

Julie Benko, Daniel Reichard, and More to Play Birdland in July
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 1, 2023


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this July with a full slate of nightly performances! 

Carole J. Bufford to Present DIVINE DECADENCE for Six Shows at Birdland Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 28, 2023


BIRDLAND THEATER will present the return of Carole J. Bufford in the world premiere of her new show “Divine Decadence” for a special six-performance engagement from Friday, July 21 to Sunday, July 23 with shows each night at 7:00 PM and 9:30 PM.

Video: R.E.M. Partners With THE BEAR Series For New Music Video
by Michael Major - Jun 27, 2023


On May 15, “Strange Currencies (Remix)” was featured prominently in the official trailer for Season 2 of The Bear, which follows Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto (Jeremy Allen White), Sydney Adamu (Ayo Edebiri), and Richard “Richie” Jerimovich (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) as they turn their grimy sandwich joint into a next-level restaurant.

The Billy Stritch Trio to Return to Birdland Theater for Six-Show Engagement
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 21, 2023


BIRDLAND THEATER will present the return of The Billy Stritch Trio for a special six-show engagement from Friday, July 14 to Sunday, July 16, with shows each night at 7:00 PM and 9:30 PM.

Alice Cooper Comes to Overture This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Jun 15, 2023


School's out for summer… making it the perfect time to rock and roll during An Evening with Alice Cooper on Thursday, Aug. 10 at 8 p.m. in Overture Hall.

Unicorn Theatre's Producing Artistic Director Cynthia Levin Will Retire In 2024
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2023


​​​​​​​ Unicorn Theatre has announced that Producing Artistic Director Cynthia Levin will retire in June 2024. Levin's departure will culminate a historic run spanning more than four decades at one of Kansas City's landmark theatres, where she gained a regional and national reputation for innovating and bringing to life bold and diverse plays with powerful messages and illuminating people in an empathetic and unique way.

Billy Stritch, Carole J. Bufford, and Liam Forde to Star in HOORAY FOR HOLLYWOOD! at Birdland
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2023


BIRDLAND THEATER will present the New York debut of the musical revue “Hooray for Hollywood!” on Thursday, June 15 at 8:30 PM.

Review: CHITA: THE RHYTHM OF MY LIFE WITH SPECIAL GUEST, BROADWAY FAVORITE GEORGE DVORSKY at North Shore Music Theatre, Beverly, MA
by R. Scott Reedy - May 10, 2023


What did our critic think of CHITA: THE RHYTHM OF MY LIFE WITH SPECIAL GUEST, BROADWAY FAVORITE GEORGE DVORSKY at North Shore Music Theatre, Beverly, MA?

Interview: Michael Chioldi of LA TRAVIATA at McCaw Hall
by Erica Miner - May 6, 2023


A company and audience favorite, Chioldi made his SO debut as Baron Scarpia in Giacomo Puccini’s Tosca in 2021

MEL AND ELLA SWING! Starring Billy Stritch and Gabrielle Stravelli to Return to Birdland
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 4, 2023


BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present renowned pianist and singer Billy Stritch and award-winning jazz vocalist Gabrielle Stravelli in the return of their special show “Mel and Ella Swing!” on Monday, June 5 at 7:00 PM.

John Pizzarelli To Celebrate New Album At Scullers Jazz Club, June 2
by A.A. Cristi - May 3, 2023


Acclaimed guitarist/vocalist John Pizzarelli celebrates his new album Stage & Screen with album release concert on Friday, June 2 at Scullers Jazz Club.

Interview: Gavin Creel reflects on returning to live theater with INTO THE WOODS, Sondheim's legacy, and his new original show
by Rachel Weinberg - Apr 28, 2023


I interviewed Tony Award winner Gavin Creel about his experience as The Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince in the national tour of Stephen Sondheim’s INTO THE WOODS. The production started as a City Center Encores staging and later transferred to Broadway. Now, Chicago audiences can see the tour — with some of the original Broadway company, including Gavin himself— through May 7.

Signature Theatre Announces Cast And Creatives For The World Premiere Of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' THE COMEUPPANCE
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 20, 2023


Signature Theatre announces the cast and creative team of its world premiere production of MacArthur Fellow Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' The Comeuppance, directed by Eric Ting. Concluding Jacobs-Jenkins' Premiere Residency—and Signature's 2022-2023 season of personal and profound works from its Resident writers—The Comeuppance runs May 16–June 25.

Cast Set for THE SQUIRREL PLAYS U.S. Premiere at Mirror Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2023


Mirror Stage has announced full finalized cast for the U.S. premiere of The Squirrel Plays by award-winning playwright Mia McCullough and direction by Suzanne M. Cohen.

Actors Theatre Of Indiana Produces MR. CONFIDENTIAL
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2023


Actors Theatre of Indiana presents the World Premiere musical Mr. Confidential, premiering at The Studio Theatre at The Center for the Performing Arts beginning April 28, 2023 and running through May 14.

Santino Fontana & Judy Kuhn to Star in I CAN GET IT FOR YOU WHOLESALE at Classic Stage Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 22, 2023


Classic Stage Company has announced complete programming for their 2023-2024 Season. See what shows are in the lineup, who is starring, how to purchase tickets, and more!

Review: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Desert Theatricals At Rancho Mirage Amphitheater
by Kay Kudukis - Mar 21, 2023


What did our critic think of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Desert Theatricals At Rancho Mirage Amphitheater?

Review: BUMT's Sparkling and Sophisticated THE WORLD GOES 'ROUND Is Gone Too Soon
by Jeffrey Ellis - Feb 22, 2023


Sometimes, even imperceptibly and when you least expect it, you may find yourself in search of something that helps to take you away from the rigors of the real world, to transport you to a long-dreamed-of land of fantasy which exists in your heart of hearts. Perhaps that journey is spurred on by a passing thought, a barely realized memory of something lost long ago to the past, or you hear a snippet of a song, a melody that instantly makes your heart fill with emotion, and you are swept away…

Video: Full Cast and Creative Team Announced for NEW YORK, NEW YORK; Plus Watch a New Trailer!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 1, 2023


The full cast and creative team has been announced for the brand new Kander & Ebb musical, NEW YORK, NEW YORK. Plus, check out a new trailer of the cast in action!

See Jennifer Holliday, the Original Broadway Cast of PIPPIN & More Next Month at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2023


Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See February's lineup and learn how to purchase tickets!

Shawn Colvin, Marc Cohn, And Sarah Jarosz To Take The Stage At MPAC, February 24
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 18, 2023


GRAMMY Award-winners Shawn Colvin, Marc Cohn, and Sarah Jarosz are joining forces once more for a very special collaborative tour. Shawn Colvin, Marc Cohn & Sarah Jarosz: Together In Concert will see all three artists uniting on stage for a singular evening of songs and stories from across their remarkable catalogues.

Graham Phillips & Krystina Alabado to Star in SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE at Pasadena Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2023


Pasadena Playhouse has announced the cast for Sunday in the Park with George, the first production of the theater’s six-month-long celebration of Stephen Sondheim. See performances dates and how to purchase tickets!

Larry Owens' SONDHEIMIA, Bernadette Peters & More Announced for Pasadena Playhouse's Sondheim Celebration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 15, 2022


Pasadena Playhouse Producing Artistic Director Danny Feldman announced the latest news for the theater’s upcoming six-month-long celebration of the works and impact of Stephen Sondheim January 26 through June 11, 2023. 

Other Productions of My Favorite Year

1991   New York Reading
New York
1992   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2003   Off-Broadway Musicals Tonight! Concert
Off-Broadway

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