Oh, Captain! 1958

Opened: February 4, 1958

Oh, Captain! - 1958 - Broadway History , Info & More

Alvin Theatre
250 W. 52nd St. New York, NY

Based on the screenplay The Captain's Paradise by Alec Coppel

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BroadwayWorld's Olivier Awards 2024 Predictions
by BWW UK Critics - Apr 10, 2024


The 2024 Olivier Awards are fast approaching on April 14. Ahead of one of the most exciting nights in theatreland, our critics – Aliya Al-Hassan, Mica Blackwell, Alexander Cohen, Katie Kirkpatrick, Kat Mokrynski, Gary Naylor, Kerrie Nicholson, Matthew Paluch and Christiana Rose share their thoughts about who and what will triumph on the night, as well as who should twin each category.

South Street Seaport Museum Announces Free Events On Wavertree
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 6, 2024


Join South Street Seaport Museum and Lenora Lee Dance for Convergent Waves: NYC, an immersive multimedia free dance event abroad the 1885 tall ship Wavertree!

Video: Cast and Creative Team Talk THE WHO'S TOMMY on CBS Sunday Morning
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 31, 2024


Watch Pete Townshend, Des McAnuff, Ali Louis Bourgzui, and Lorin Latarro discuss bringing The Who's Tommy back to Broadway on CBS Sunday Morning in the video here!

Cast and Creative Team Set for TWELFTH NIGHT at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2024


Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre has revealed the full cast for Twelfth Night or What You Will. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Everything Coming to Max in April
by Michael Major - Mar 22, 2024


Stream The Debut Of HBO Original Limited Series “The Sympathizer,” Max Original Unscripted Series “Conan O’Brien Must Go,” HBO Original Comedy Special “Alex Edelman: Just For Us,” HBO Original Documentary Series “The Jinx – Part Two” And “The Synanon Fix,” HBO Original Documentaries “Brandy Hellville & The Cult Of Fast Fashion” and more.

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by Sidney Paterra - Mar 24, 2024


Learn more about some of the Broadway productions that you may not have realized began their journey at La Jolla Playhouse! 

Jesse Dayton to Drop Shooter Jennings-Produced 'The Hard Way Blues'
by Michael Major - Mar 13, 2024


Accompanying the album announcement is the release of the title track, 'The Hard Way,' alongside an energetic music video. Currently, Dayton is on the road previewing his new music while completing the final legs of the Death Wish Blues tour with Samantha Fish. Next week, Dayton will unveil headline tour dates.

Photos: Get a First Look At Liberty Union Musical Theater's PETER PAN JR.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2024


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Cincinnati Opera Launches The Black Opera Project, A First-of-its-Kind, $5-Million Initiative
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 22, 2024


Cincinnati Opera introduces The Black Opera Project, showcasing new operas by Black artists celebrating the Black experience.

Photos: First look at Dublin Jerome High School Drama Club's THE SOUND OF MUSIC
by Jerri Shafer - Feb 21, 2024


The inspirational story, based on the memoir of Maria Augusta Trapp, follows an ebullient postulate who serves as governess to the seven children of the imperious Captain von Trapp, bringing music and joy to the household. Get a first look at the production!

Photos: First Look at CM Performing Arts Presents EVITA
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 10, 2024


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by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2024


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by Kat Mokrynski - Dec 8, 2023


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Photos: First look at Worthington Community Theatre's THE LION, THE WITCH & THE WARDROBE
by Jerri Shafer - Dec 6, 2023


Step through the wardrobe into the magical kingdom of Narnia for the most mystical of adventures in a faraway land. Join Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter as they wave goodbye to wartime Britain and say hello to a talking Faun, an unforgettable Lion and the coldest, cruellest White Witch. From the story by C.S. Lewis, dramatized by Joseph Robinette. Performances are December 7 - 9 @ 7:30 PM and December 9 - 10 @ 2:30 PM at McConnell Arts Center, 777 Evening St. Worthington, OH 4308. Tickets https://www.wctpresents.org/

Photos: First look at New Albany High School Theatre's MEAN GIRLS - High School Edition!
by Jerri Shafer - Nov 16, 2023


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MTW's pleasantly perky, traditionally-executed production comes across as a show that's very eager to please, armed with a keen, fine-tuned goal of making sure both fans and newbies to this beloved Rodgers and Hammerstein classic are left feeling uplifted and happy. The show continues through November 5 at the Carpenter Center in Long Beach.

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by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2023


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Oh, Captain! FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Oh, Captain! have there been?
Oh, Captain! has had 2 productions including Broadway which opened in 1958 and Broadway which opened in 1958.
What Tony Awards has Oh, Captain! been nominated for?
Best Musical and , Best Costume Design for Miles White and Best Scenic Design for Jo Mielziner.
What awards has Oh, Captain! been nominated for?
Oh, Captain! has been nominated for the Performance category at the Theatre World Awards. Jacqueline McKeever was the nominee for this award.
What awards has Oh, Captain! won?
Oh, Captain! has won the Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Jacqueline McKeever.

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