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BIO

Joe Allen Restaurant has been nourishing theatergoers and theater professionals for 57 years on W. 46th Street. Starting out, they catered mostly to "chorus kids with bad knees" but quickly became the place where the worlds of theater stars and theatergoers converge. In other words, Joe Allen has defined (and then redefined, and then redefined again) "the theatrical hangout."



Perhaps the restaurant's biggest gift to the theatrical community was turning the terrible indignity of being associated with a failed show into an honor (albeit a dubious one) with its famous "flop wall."

Allen also owned Orso, neighbor to the theatre district hotspot and Bar Centrale, nestled above.

STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
Regent's Park Open Air Theatre Production, 2018
Ensemble

[West End]
West End Original Production, 2013
Mr. Gloop

Oompa DJ [Replacement]

Oompa-Loompa [Replacement]

Writing


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Video: Bernadette Peters Remembers First Time Meeting Stephen Sondheim

Tony-award-winning performer Bernadette Peters visited Late Night with Seth Meyers on Wednesday to talk about her upcoming Carnegie Hall performance as part of their Originals Concert Series. She also recalled her first time meeting composer Stephen Sondheim. Watch the interview now!
Full Cast Set to Join Max Harwood in THE LIGHTNING THIEF

The full cast has been announced for the highly anticipated London premiere of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical.
Interview: Grover Dale Reflects on a Life in the Theater

Grover Dale’s life story reads like the ultimate show bio. After all, there are few performers who can count the original Broadway production of West Side Story among their credits. Or say that Sir Noel Coward hand picked them to appear in one of his musicals.
Adrienne Warren to Make Cafe Carlyle Debut in December

Tony Award winner Adrienne Warren, known for her performances in Tina - The Tina Turner Musical and much more, is set to make her debut at Cafe Carlyle in December. Learn more about what to expect from the performances and see how to purchase tickets.
PUFFS Comes to St. Dunstan's Theatre Guild Next Month

St. Dunstan’s Theatre Guild has announced its upcoming production of PUFFS, a play by Matt Cox. Directed by Kevin Fitzhenry (Grosse Pointe Woods), PUFFS is a fast-paced, clever parody that offers a new perspective on a familiar wizarding world, seen through the eyes of the 'Puffs,' a group of lovable, underdog students with a knack for not being in the spotlight.
Video: Idina Menzel and Adrienne Warren Perform 'Take Me or Leave Me' From RENT

During her concert at New York City's Beacon Theatre last night, August 15, Idina Menzel called onstage a special guest, much to the surprise of her fans in attendance. Adrienne Warren took the stage alongside Menzel to perform 'Take Me or Leave Me' from Rent. Check out the video here!
Sutton Foster, Adrienne Warren & More Set for 2024-25 Season at the Hobby Center

Sutton Foster and more are set to perform in the 2024-25 'Beyond Broadway' series at the Hobby Center. Learn about the full lineup and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Jim Walton Sings 'Our Time' from MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG at 54 Below

Watch Jim Walton, who originated the role of Franklin Shepard in Merrily We Roll Along on Broadway, sing 'Our Time' at 54 Below in the video here.
Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren Will Lead First Broadway Production of THE LAST FIVE YEARS

Still hurting over the end of the Broadway season? BroadwayWorld has just learned that that singer, songwriter and actor Nick Jonas and Tony Award winner Adrienne Warren will return to Broadway to star as 'Jamie' and 'Cathy' in the first ever Broadway production of Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown's beloved THE LAST FIVE YEARS. We have all of the details!
Review: Backstage Babble Uncovers Broadway Flop History at 54 Below

Not every Broadway show is a smash. A focus on 14 hidden gems from shows that disappeared too quickly fueled an entertaining evening at 54 Below last Sunday on April 29th. Hosted by Charles Kirsch of Backstage Babble podcast and Robert W. Schneider, the evening was a success.
Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup " April 29 to May 5, 2024

Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Sheldon Harnick's birthday celebration and Kyle Dunnigan's new hour.
Review: MAKE SOMEONE HAPPY: Cabarets Are Happy Partner Projects for J2 ...at AMT Theater

J2 Spotlight Musical Theater is finishing its run of 'Do Re Mi' this weekend, but set aside a night to have a cabaret evening on the stage at their home base, the AMT Theater on West 45 Street.
Andrew Polec to Perform at Two River's 30th Anniversary Gala

Celebrate the 30th Anniversary Gala of TWO RIVER THEATER with special entertainment by Andrew Polec. Learn more about the event and see how to purchase tickets.
Mare Nostrum Elements to Present 11th Emerging Choreography Series: Flamenco Edition

Mare Nostrum Elements will present the 11th Emerging Choreography Series: Flamenco Edition. Learn more about the series and see how to purchase tickets.
Interview: Backstage Babble's Charles Kirsch Is Celebrating Flops at 54 Below

Charles Kirsch's podcast, Backstage Babble, gives a behind the scenes look at Broadway shows and the theater industry. On Monday April 29th at 7 pm, Kirsch will be hosting a special event at 54 Below paying tribute to 14 shows on the iconic “flop wall” at Joe Allen Restaurant with shows including Merrily We Roll Along, Nick and Nora, and Kelly.
Brenda Braxton, Amanda Green & More to Join BACKSTAGE BABBLE CELEBRATES JOE ALLEN RESTAURANT

54 BELOW will present a special edition of Backstage Babble Live celebrating the iconic wall of Broadway flop posters at Joe Allen Restaurant. Learn how to purchase tickets.
NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 Comes to Theatre Wesleyan This April

Theatre Wesleyan has announced Dave Malloy’s Tony Award®-winning musical Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 as the 69th annual spring musical.
Times Square Property Owners Join Support for SL Green Casino Bid

One Times Square and Two Times Square, as well as the owners of 5 Times Square, Paramount Building, Soho Properties, Moinian Group, Wharton Properties, RFR, Ian Schrager Company, and Stillman Development have joined in support of the proposal to bring a Caesars Palace Times Square casino to 1515 Broadway. 
2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Cabaret Awards; Current Live Standings

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards Voting Update

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Joe Allen been in?

Joe Allen has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Joe Allen been in?

Joe Allen has appeared on London's West End in 4 shows.

What was Joe Allen's first West End show?

Joe Allen's first West End show was Charlie and the Chocolate Factory which opened in 2013

How many shows has Joe Allen written?

Joe Allen has written 1 shows including The Water Coolers (Bookwriter).

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