Can-Can Revival 1959

Opened: August 25, 1959

Can-Can - 1959 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

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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Nigel Planer Joins CELEBRATING LIONEL BART at JW3
by Blair Ingenthron - May 12, 2024


Nigel Planer will join a top West End line up, in a magical and nostalgic musical theatre evening celebrating the great music of songwriter Lionel Bart - Celebrating Lionel Bart, for one night only, 8pm on Sunday 7 July at JW3.

Jodi Benson To Star In GYPSY Alongside Daughter, Delaney Benson, at OFC Creations Theatre Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2024


Tony-nominated actress Jodi Benson, best known as the voice of Ariel in Disney's The Little Mermaid, will star in OFC Creations' production of GYPSY, alongside her daughter, Delaney Benson. Learn where and when you can see the production!

THE SOUND OF MUSIC Comes to St. Dunstan's Theatre This Month
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2024


St. Dunstan's Theatre has announced its upcoming production of the beloved classic musical 'The Sound of Music,' set to captivate audiences from May 31st to June 15th, 2024.

Review: Wednesday GUITAR NIGHTS Are Wonderful at Birdland
by Rob Lester - May 9, 2024


Frank Vignola makes the guitar sing. And his May 1st GUITAR NIGHT brought singer Karrin Allyson's tones, too, along with the band and guest violinist and a varied repertoire.

THE WORLD ACCORDING TO MICKI GRANT to be Presented at New Federal Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 3, 2024


New Federal Theatre will present The World According to Micki Grant. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Undermain Theatre Announces EXIT THE KING And More for 2024-2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2024


UNDERMAIN has announced its 41st 2024/2025 Season The Season of Identity.

Tribeca Festival Unveils Lineup With Guests Including Andy Cohen, Steven Spielberg, and More
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 30, 2024


The 2024 Tribeca Festival has unveiled its lineup of talks with iconic artists, critically acclaimed directors, and multi-hyphenate entertainers, as well as reunions and retrospectives of venerable and lauded films and TV series. See the full lineup here!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 30, 2024
by - Apr 30, 2024


Happy Tony Award nominations day, BroadwayWorld! It is April 30, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours: 

Broadway Streaming Guide: May 2024 - Where to Watch BRIDGERTON & More
by Josh Sharpe - May 1, 2024


This May, Broadway fans can spring into action with new albums, concerts, and television shows to binge. From the new version of Doctor Who starring Ncuti Gatwa to the recording of Stephen Sondheim's final musical, check out what's coming to streaming services this month!

CABARET Comes to Center REP in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 25, 2024


Willkommen, bienvenue, and welcome to Center Repertory Company's 2023-24 season finale, the Tony Award-winning musical Cabaret.

ME, MYSELF & BARBRA: The Music That Made Barbara, Barbra Comes to Madison
by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2024


Jenna Pastuszek and Joshua Zecher-Ross willmake their Madison and Wisconsin debuts bringing the sold-out performance of ME, MYSELF & BARBRA: The Music that Made Barbara Barbra to Overture's Cabaret Series on Thursday, May 2 at 6:30 p.m.

Interview: 'It's Like Romeo and Juliet': Actor Alex Young on Fan Interactions and Staying Cool in Auditions for STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW
by Kat Mokrynski - May 3, 2024


Recently, we had the chance to chat with Alex Young, who plays Virginia Creel, Henry Creel’s mother, in Stranger Things: The First Shadow. We discussed what it has been like being part of the stage version of a beloved television series, how it feels to be taking on a role seen on the screen and some of her favourite characters from the show!

Lyric Stage Announces GUYS & DOLLS, Free Summer Concerts, And More for 31st Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2024


Discover the exciting lineup for LYRIC STAGE's 31st season and don't miss their new free summer concerts in June and July. Stay tuned for more updates and performance details.

Stephen Sondheim's Connecticut Home Sells for $3.25 Million
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2024


The home of late Broadway icon Stephen Sondheim, which BroadwayWorld previously reported was for sale, has sold for $3.25 million. Learn more!

Over 200 Lots of Stephen Sondheim Memorabilia to be Auctioned Off in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 11, 2024


 Doyle will be auctioning the Collection of Stephen Sondheim on Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 10am. Learn more about the auction and about Stephen Sondheim.

In a Deconstructed and Immersive Production CABARET KIT KAT CLUB Opens in Brazil
by Claudio Erlichman - Apr 11, 2024


In a Berlin nightclub, as the 1920's draw to a close, a garish MC welcomes the audience and assures them they will forget all their troubles at the Cabaret. With the Emcee's bawdy songs as wry commentary, Cabaret explores the dark, heady, and tumultuous life of Berlin's natives and expatriates as Germany slowly yields to the emerging Third Reich.

THE ART OF CARE World Premiere & More Set for Mosaic Theater Company 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2024


Mosaic Theater Company is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a season centering iconic artists and new plays. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: All-Star Cast Shines in A BROADWAY BIRTHDAY Celebrating Sondheim and Lloyd Webber
by Michael Quintos - Apr 10, 2024


A talented collection of Broadway vets led by Tony winner Betty Buckley gathered together for a one-night-only concert 'A BROADWAY BIRTHDAY: SONDHEIM, LLOYD WEBBER, AND FRIENDS' at Segerstrom Concert Hall on March 28, 2024 to celebrate the legacy—and coincidental same birthdate—of musical theater royalty Andrew Lloyd Webber and Stephen Sondheim.

Pittsburgh CLO Announces Three New Programs To Make Theater More Family Accessible
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2024


Pittsburgh CLO is implementing changes to make theater more accessible for families. Discover how they're removing barriers and promoting inclusivity in the world of Broadway.

Nai-Ni Chen to Present Celebration Of Asian American Pacific Islanders Heritage Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2024


Celebrate the 2024 Asian American Pacific Islanders Heritage Month with Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company at Hostos Center for Arts and Culture.

Bernadette Peters & Lea Salonga Will Lead STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS in LA and on Broadway
by Joshua Wright - Apr 8, 2024


Center Theatre Group (CTG) announced today the North American premiere of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, starring Bernadette Peters (Gypsy, Annie Get Your Gun) and Lea Salonga (Miss Saigon, Here Lies Love), and directed by Sir Matthew Bourne (Swan Lake, My Fair Lady), playing at the Ahmanson Theatre from February 8—March 9, 2025. 

Danbury's Musicals At Richter to Hold Auditions For BEAUTY AND THE BEAST and GREASE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 5, 2024


Join the auditions for BEAUTY AND THE BEAST and GREASE by Musicals at Richter, Connecticut's longest-running outdoor theater.

San Francisco Opera Performs INNOCENCE This June
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2024


San Francisco Opera will present the American premiere of composer Kaija Saariaho’s final opera, Innocence, at the War Memorial Opera House from June 1–21.

Brian Bromberg Pays Tribute To Legendary Bassist Scott LaFaro On New Trio Album, 'LaFaro'
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2024


LaFaro will be released on April 5 in CD, LP and digital formats on Bromberg's own Be Squared Productions label.

REVIEW: The All-Australian Production Of GREASE, THE MUSICAL Is A Rocking Piece Of Theatre That Will Satisfy The Movie Fans While Honoring The 1971 Original.
by Jade Kops - Apr 3, 2024


GREASE, THE MUSICAL is given a new treatment, satisfying audiences looking for a toe tapping night of nostalgia while honoring the early stage productions and liberally referencing the famous 1978 movie adaptation.

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

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