On the Bum 1992

Opened: October 30, 1992
Closing: December 13, 1992

On the Bum - 1992 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

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Popular Movie in the 1990s, Musical O GUARDA-COSTAS (Bodyguard) Opens in São Paulo
by Claudio Erlichman - Mar 15, 2023


The Bodyguard is a musical based on the popular 1992 movie, with the score featuring songs recorded by Whitney Houston including 'I Will Always Love You'. The show tells the story of rock superstar Rachel Marron who hires the titular bodyguard, Frank Farmer, to protect her from a stalker. As Frank works to keep Rachel safe, the two fall in love.

Review Roundup: MR. SATURDAY NIGHT Opens on Broadway Starring Billy Crystal
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 27, 2022


The new comedy musical, MR. SATURDAY NIGHT officially opens on Broadway tonight! Read the reviews!

Celebrate Father's Day With New Content on HBO Max
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jun 15, 2021


HBO Max will also feature “Watch With Dad” trays across its Series and Movies Page, the HBO Hub and its Kids and Family Genre Page, including favored flicks and beloved series like “Daddy Day Care,” “Tenet,” the “Pink Panther” collection, “Ocean’s Eleven,” “Speed,” “Ford v. Ferrari,” “Tiger,” and “Happy Gilmore.” 

See October Highlights from HBO Max
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Sep 24, 2020


Start sweater weather season off right with exciting new original series and A-list blockbuster movies coming this October to HBO Max.

BWW Review: DANCERS FOR GOOD 2019 Outdoes Itself Again!
by Cindy Sibilsky - Jul 29, 2019


Last year, in 2018, the third annual Dancers For Good Benefit supporting the Actors Fund Dancers Resource in East Hampton was so impressive that I challenged the founders to 'high-kick it up a notch even higher next year'. I'm thrilled to announce that not only did they clearly accept that challenge, they superseded all expectations!

Matthew McConaughey Speaks on the McConaissance, His Oscar, True Detective, Marriage, Approaching 50 & More in Cigar Aficionado
by Tori Hartshorn - Jun 27, 2018


Alright, alright, alright. It's hard not to smile when you're Matthew McConaughey. With a new Bourbon and three films heading to theaters this year (Serenity, White Boy Rick and The Beach Bum), the Oscar-winning actor recently sat down with Cigar Aficionado to candidly discuss his career milestones, his choice of roles, why he acts, how he approaches life and what keeps him busy outside of show business, among a variety of other topics.

BWW Review: 'Extra, Extra!' NEWSIES is a Runaway Hit at Red Mountain Theatre.
by David Edward Perry - Jul 21, 2017


'Newsies' is an pulse pumping musical that inspires you to stand up for what's right and fight for a cause you believe in.

BWW Review: NEWSIES Continues to Win Audiences' Affection in LA
by Ellen Dostal - Sep 1, 2016


I already knew Disney's NEWSIES had developed cult status before I saw the show. Its legions of loyal 'Fansies' have championed it from the very beginning. But even I wasn't prepared for the audience's screams of appreciation for the hard-working boys - and one girl - who form the heart of the current national tour playing at the Hollywood Pantages through September 4th.

Anthony Van Laast Teams Up With Kenneth More For New Musical BOORSKALE
by Marianka Swain - Jun 1, 2016


The highly-anticipated professional productions at the Kenneth More Theatre begin this September with Paul Ritchie Tomkinson's musical hit BOORSKALE. 

BWW Interview: A Women's History Month Special with Director & Choreographer Susan Stroman!
by Adrienne Onofri - Mar 16, 2016


She's won multiple Tonys for big, splashy, toe-tapping musicals, but Stro's current project is a nonmusical family dramedy off-Broadway.

Sunday Special: From the Screen to the Boards - This Season's Movie Stars on Broadway
by BWW Special Coverage - Nov 16, 2014


From Broadway debuts to stage veterans, this season is swarming with big screen stars. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you the backstory on this year's film-to-stage transplants. Scroll down to learn more, and be sure to let us who you're most excited to see on the Great White Way, plus which actors you'd like to make the leap!

THE LAST CELEBRITY Celebrates Black History Month at Luna Stage Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 13, 2013


Luna Stage will present The Last Celebrity in celebration of Black History Month 2013 tonight, February 13 at 8pm. The Last Celebrity is an innovative way to celebrate Black History Month and help remind our youth of the importance of documenting their stories. It promises to both excite and educate audiences of all ages while leaving many memorable and magical moments.

THE LAST CELEBRITY to Celebrate Black History Month at Luna Stage, 2/13
by BWW News Desk - Jan 16, 2013


Luna Stage will present The Last Celebrity in celebration of Black History Month 2013 Wednesday, February 13 at 8pm. The Last Celebrity is an innovative way to celebrate Black History Month and help remind our youth of the importance of documenting their stories. It promises to both excite and educate audiences of all ages while leaving many memorable and magical moments.

Eric Bogosian, Maria Dizzia and More Join Playwrights Horizons' STORIES ON 5 STORIES, 10/22
by BWW News Desk - Oct 22, 2012


Acclaimed theater company Playwrights Horizons recently announced additional performers participating in the return of its popular benefit evening STORIES ON 5 STORIES: Poetic Justice this evening, October 22.

Eric Bogosian, Maria Dizzia and More Join Playwrights Horizons' STORIES ON 5 STORIES; Full Cast Announced!
by BWW News Desk - Oct 19, 2012


Acclaimed theater company Playwrights Horizons has announced additional performers participating in the return of its popular benefit evening STORIES ON 5 STORIES: Poetic Justice on Monday evening, October 22.

Countryman, Hickey, Rudko, Tucci, Murray & More Join MARY STUART Cast; Previews Begin 3/30
by Robert Diamond - Dec 17, 2008


Additional casting has been announced for the Donmar Warehouse production of MARY STUART, Friedrich Schiller's classic play in a new version by Peter Oswald, which opens April 19, 2009 at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th Street). The production, starring its acclaimed original London leads Janet McTeer and Harriet Walter and directed by Phyllida Lloyd, begins previews on March 30, 2009 for a limited run of 20 weeks only.

Tix Now On Sale for Broadway Bares 17: Myth Behavior
by BWW News Desk - May 8, 2007


Tickets are on sale for the 2007 edition of BC/EFA's hotly anticipated summer event: 'Broadway Bares 17: Myth Behavior,' which will be presented on June 17th at Roseland Ballroom

Prelude to a Kiss Announces Full Broadway Cast
by BWW News Desk - Jan 11, 2007


Roundabout Theatre Company is proud to present John Mahoney (Old Man), Annie Parisse (Rita) and Alan Tudyk (Peter) in a new Broadway production of Craig Lucas' romantic drama Prelude to a Kiss with Robin Bartlett (Mrs. Boyle) and James Rebhorn (Dr. Boyle), directed by Daniel Sullivan at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway (227 West 42nd St).

Oscar Poster Looks to Broadway
by James Sims - Dec 19, 2006


The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences revealed Tuesday the 79th Academy Awards poster design, which features dozens of the most memorable and quotable lines from motion pictures, including a handful of films adapted from Broadway hits...

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What productions of On the Bum have there been?
On the Bum has had 1 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1992.

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