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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1951 - Best Musical

Jo Swerling, Guys and Dolls


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Tony Awards - 1951 - Best Musical

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Cinnabar Theater Announces 53rd Season 'On The Road' At Sonoma State University
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2025

Cinnabar Theater has announced its 53rd season, continuing its 'On the Road' performances at Warren Theater, Sonoma State University.
GUYS AND DOLLS Comes to Sutter Street Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2025

Guys and Dolls will come to the Sutter Street Theatre this month. Guys and Dolls features a Book by Abe Burrows and Jo Swerling, with Music and Lyrics by Frank Loesser.
Review: GUYS AND DOLLS at Opera Australia
by Jade Kops - Mar 23, 2025

Bright, bold and brilliantly fun, Frank Loesser’s (Music and Lyrics), Jo Swerling (Book) and Abe Burrows’ (Book) Tony Award Winning GUYS AND DOLLS delights audiences for Opera Australia’s annual Handa Opera On Sydney Harbour “event theatre” offering.
GUYS AND DOLLS and More Set for Redhouse 2025-2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025

Redhouse Arts Center has unveiled its 2025-2026 theatre season, themed “In Living Color”—a season packed with gripping stories of addiction and redemption, love and loss, heartbreak and triumph. Learn more!
A Guide to Upcoming Movie Musicals- MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, GUYS & DOLLS & More
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 14, 2025

Though many are eagerly awaiting Wicked: For Good, there are plenty of other upcoming movie musicals to get Broadway fans on their feet, some of which we will see before November. Take a look at our guide to all upcoming movie musicals!
Photo: GUYS AND DOLLS At Music Theater Works
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 8, 2025

Music Theater Works kicks off its 2025 season with Guys and Dolls, in the North Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, 9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, March 6 - 30, 2025. See photos from the production.
GUYS AND DOLLS to be Presented as Final Production in Maltz Jupiter Theater 24/25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2025

The Maltz Jupiter Theatre will present its final production of the 2024/25 MainStage Season with the beloved musical Guys and Dolls. Learn more about the upcoming performances and see how to purchase tickets.
STC Sets 40th Season Featuring Wendell Pierce, Bill Irwin and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2025

Shakespeare Theatre Company has revealed the lineup of its upcoming 25/26 Season, celebrating the company’s 40th season exploring classic storytelling in Washington, D.C. See the lineup and learn more!
GUYS AND DOLLS to be Presented at Hofstra University
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2025

Hofstra University's Department of Drama and Dance is presenting Guys and Dolls, the multi-Tony Award and Drama Desk winning show, celebrating its 75th anniversary this year. Learn more!
Review: GUYS AND DOLLS at Center Stage Theatre
by Sean Fallon - Feb 24, 2025

On Friday, February 21st, I had the pleasure of seeing one of my all-time favorite musicals, GUYS AND DOLLS wonderfully performed at Center Stage Theatre in Shelton, CT. This musical features music by Frank Loesser and book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows, based on characters created by Damon Runyon. Led by director and musical director Liz Muller and enhanced by choreographers Brandy and Michael Bailey, this cast entertained the packed house who all seemed to enjoy this performance, as I did!
THE LAST FIVE YEARS, GUYS & DOLLS, and More Set For Mac-Haydn Theatre's Summer 2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2025

The Mac-Haydn Theatre has announced its 2025 season lineup. The 56th summer season will include six main stage musicals as well as two limited performance shows, including Guys and Dolls, Annie, A Bronx Tale, The Last Five Years, and more.
Cast and Creative Team Set For GUYS AND DOLLS at Music Theater Works
by Stephi Wild - Feb 5, 2025

Music Theater Works has announced the cast and creative team for the first production of its 2025 season, Guys and Dolls, in the North Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie.
Cast and Creative Team Set for GUYS AND DOLLS at Music Theatre Works
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2025

Music Theater Works has revealed the cast and creative team for the first production of its 2025 season, Guys and Dolls, in the North Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Single Tickets for Music Theater Works' 2025 Season to go on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2025

Music Theater Works has revealed that single tickets for its 2025 season of productions at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts will go on sale Tuesday, Jan. 28 at 12 p.m. Learn more about this season's productions.
WHEN ELVIS MET THE BEATLES Will Premiere at Ogunquit Playhouse; 2025 Season Announced
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2025

Ogunquit Playhouse has unveiled their 93rd season, featuring a world premiere production, Guys and Dolls, and much more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
ANNIE to be Presented as Music Theater Works' Final Production of 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 8, 2025

Music Theater Works has revealed that the beloved musical Annie is the final production of its 45th season. Performances will take place in December 2025. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets.
Set Pieces From The Bridge Theatre's GUYS & DOLLS Now Available on eBay
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 2, 2025

The neon signs from The Bridge Theatre's production of Guys and Dolls are now available for bidding on eBay! The production began performances on 3 March, 2023 and will play its final performance on 4 January 2025. 
Review: USHERING IN THE HOLIDAYS WITH ITS A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at TampaRep
by Drew Eberhard - Dec 8, 2024

What did our critic think of USHERING IN THE HOLIDAYS WITH ITS A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at TampaRep?
Photos: INSIDE: New Albany Middle School Theatre’s GUYS AND DOLLS JR.
by Jerri Shafer - Oct 30, 2024

Set in Damon Runyon's New York City, Guys and Dolls JR. follows gambler, Nathan Detroit; his girlfriend, Adelaide; fellow gambler, Sky Masterson; and straight-laced missionary, Sarah Brown from the heart of Times Square to the cafes of Havana.
Rob Marshall to Direct GUYS AND DOLLS Movie Remake
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2024

A new movie remake of Guys and Dolls is in the works! Rob Marshall is set to direct the film. The film originally starred Frank Sinatra and Marlon Brando. See speculation about who will star in the new movie update.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Jo Swerling written?

Jo Swerling has written 3 shows including The New Yorkers (Bookwriter), Kibitzer (Playwright), Guys and Dolls (Bookwriter).

What awards has Jo Swerling been nominated for?

Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Guys and Dolls and Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Guys and Dolls.

What awards has Jo Swerling won?

Jo Swerling has won the following awards: Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Guys and Dolls and Best Musical at the Tony Awards for Guys and Dolls.

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