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Productions

 
[Broadway, 1999]
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[Off-Broadway, 1999]
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Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Musical

Alabama Shakespeare Festival, It Ain't Nothin' But the Blues

News


Alan Menken, Jasmine Amy Rogers & More to Appear at 2025 JUNIOR THEATER FESTIVAL ATLANTA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2025

iTheatrics and the Junior Theater Group have revealed special programming and the lineup of performers, adjudicators, playwrights, songwriters and educators who will take part in the 2025 Junior Theater Festival Atlanta. Learn more!
Shelley Mitchell's TALKING WITH ANGELS: BUDAPEST, 1943 Comes to Theaterlab
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2025

Theaterlab has announced a new production of Talking with Angels: Budapest, 1943, a powerful one-woman show that has earned critical acclaim and heartfelt admiration from audiences across the U.S. and internationally.
Stages St. Louis Co-Founder and Artistic Director Michael Hamilton Passes Away at 71
by James Lindhorst - Jan 5, 2025

Jack Lane and the Hamilton family have announced the death of Michael Hamilton, who passed away peacefully in St. Louis, Missouri, on Saturday, January 4, 2025.
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards; ANASTASIA: THE MUSICAL at Northeast Alabama Community College Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards; Northeast Alabama Community College Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
ELEANOR by Mark St. Germain to be Presented at Laguna Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 17, 2024

LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE will present one of the most iconic first ladies in American history, Kandis Chappell is Eleanor Roosevelt in ELEANOR written by Mark St. Germain and directed by David Ellenstein. Learn more!
SOMEONE WILL REMEMBER US Comes to Trinity Rep Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Dec 17, 2024

Trinity Repertory Company will present the world premiere of Someone Will Remember Us by Deborah Salem Smith and Charlie Thurston, and co-created by Dr. Michelle Cruz, Smith, and Thurston.
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards; ANASTASIA: THE MUSICAL at Northeast Alabama Community College Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Don Richard To Return As Scrooge In A CHRISTMAS CAROL At Arrow Rock Lyceum
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2024

The charming, historic village of Arrow Rock, Missouri, becomes even more enchanting when four ghosts arrive to help Ebenezer Scrooge find his Christmas spirit. The Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre will present A Christmas Carol. learn more!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Birmingham Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
First Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Birmingham Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 2, 2024

Check out the first stats for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Alabama Shakespeare Festival
by Russell Warne - Nov 24, 2024

A great production to get into the holiday spirit.
Previews: GREETINGS at Players Circle Theater
by Fran Thomas - Nov 18, 2024

Players Circle Theater is getting in the Christmas spirit with Tom Dudzick’s heartwarming holiday comedy, GREETINGS, running November 25th – December 22nd, 2024. 
Florida Studio Theatre Welcomes Nancy Rominger as Associate Artist
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2024

Florida Studio Theatre has announced the appointment of Nancy Rominger as its new Associate Artist in charge of New Play Development. Learn more about Rominger here!
Review: ALL'S WELL: A STEAMPUNK MUSICAL at The Royal Knight Stage Company of RRHS
by Peter Nason - Nov 10, 2024

A marvelous cast of River Ridge students breathes the Bard to life!
Jayne Houdyshell To Deliver Episcopal Actors' Guild's Annual Memorial Service Address
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2024

The Episcopal Actors’ Guild will hold its Annual Memorial Service featuring an address by Tony Award-winning actress Jayne Houdyshell, honoring the contributions of late members of the theater community.
Industry Pro Newsletter: NEA Report Reveals State Arts Trends, Toronto Plans Major Investments
by Alex Freeman - Oct 21, 2024

From Toronto’s ambitious 10-year investment plan to the Garden Theatre’s abrupt closure in Florida, communities are focusing on accessibility and resilience. The NEA’s latest report sheds light on U.S. arts participation trends, while major honors like the National Medal of Arts celebrate individual contributions.
Premiere Stages At Kean University Announces Play Festival Winners
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 11, 2024

Premiere Stages at Kean University has announced the two playwrights from the 2024 Premiere Play Festival who were selected for expanded development as part of the 2024 and 2025 seasons.
Imagination Stage Names Layne Holley Chief Managing Officer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2024

Layne Holley will be Imagination Stage’s new Chief Managing Officer beginning October 15, 2024. Holley joins Joanne Lamparter, Imagination Stage’s Chief Artistic Programming Officer, in advancing the mission of the acclaimed 45-year old organization. Learn more about Holley and the position.
Industry Pro Newsletter: TikTok Boosts Theatre Sales as Broadway Tours Expand Educational Access
by Alex Freeman - Oct 7, 2024

In this week's newsletter, we highlight key developments across the theatre world, from financial challenges in arts funding to exciting leadership changes. TikTok continues to influence the stage, boosting the success of an immersive off-Broadway show, while Chicago’s small arts sector shows resilience despite pandemic setbacks.

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