COMPANY at Writers Theatre
Dates: (6/23/2016 - 7/31/2016 )
Writers Theatre |
325 Tudor Ct, Glencoe, IL, 60022
Glencoe, 60022
Set firmly in, and often about, New York, Company follows five married, once married, or soon to be married couples and their mutual friend, Robert, a 35-year old bachelor who has been unable to connect in a long-term relationship. Bobby observes the less than ideal aspects of commitment. But, eventually, learns that while relationships aren't perfect, they are a necessary part of "Being Alive." Includes the songs "Getting Married Today," "The Ladies Who Lunch," and "Being Alive."
Opening on Broadway in 1970 and running 705 performances, garnering 14 Tony Award Nominations, and winning 6 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Book, Best Score, Best Lyrics. Revived on Broadway in 1995 running for 60 performances garnering 2 Tony Nominations. Revived again in 2006 running 246 performances garnering 3 Tony Nominations and winning for Best Revival of a Musical.
- George Furth
- Stephen Sondheim
Authors
Tony Awards and Nominations for COMPANY
| Year | Category | |
|---|---|---|
| 1971 | Best Musical | Winner |
| 1996 | Best Revival of a Musical | |
| 2007 | Best Revival of a Musical | Winner |
| 2022 | Best Revival of a Musical | Winner |
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