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Productions

 
[Broadway, 1985]
Producer
 
[US Tour, 1980]
Producer
 
[West End, 1980]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 1980]
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[Broadway, 1979]
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[Broadway, 1976]
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[Broadway, 1975]
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[Broadway, 1975]
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[Broadway, 1971]
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[Broadway, 1957]
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[Broadway, 1956]
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[Broadway, 1954]
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[Broadway, 1954]
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[Broadway, 1953]
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Director
 
[Broadway, 1950]
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[Broadway, 1949]
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[Broadway, 1949]
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[Broadway, 1948]
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[Broadway, 1948]
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Awards and Nominations


winner
Tony Awards - 1979 - Best Musical

Richard Barr, Sweeney Todd

Tony Awards - 1965 - Producer (Dramatic)

Richard Barr, Tiny Alice


winner
Tony Awards - 1963 - Producer (Dramatic)

Richard Barr, Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1961 - Citation of Excellence

Richard Barr

News


Review: WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF at The Lantern Theatre

What did our critic think of WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF at The Lantern Theatre?
BWW Q&A: Rob Fisher on SWEENEY TODD at Virginia Arts Festival

Virginia Arts Festival has cast one of Broadway’s leading lights in the role of a new, key position at the Festival: The Goode Family Artistic Advisor for Musical Theater and American Songbook.
Donna Lynne Champlin & More to Star in SWEENEY TODD at Virginia Arts Festival

Virginia Arts Festival will present Stephen Sondheim's Tony Award-winning musical Sweeney Todd in an orchestral performance. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
What Is the History of Shubert Alley?

This month on Broadway Deep Dive, the reader question was: What is the history of Shubert Alley?
Opera Saratoga Presents SWEENEY TODD - THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET

Opera Saratoga announces updated casting and ticket information for its innovative new festival model that embraces partnerships with multiple venues across the region. The 2022 Summer Festival continues with:
Arlington's Signature Theatre Announces 2022/2023 Season Featuring Three Sondheim Productions

Signature Theatre has announced its 33rd season today, which highlights the organization’s long-time relationship with the legendary Stephen Sondheim. Signature has produced 31 Sondheim productions in its 32 season history – more than any other theater in North America.
Opera Saratoga Announces Updated Casting And Ticket Information For 2022 Summer Festival

Opera Saratoga announces updated casting and ticket information for its innovative new festival model that embraces partnerships with multiple venues across the region.
2020/2021 SEASON REVEAL at Opera Omaha

Opera Omaha has an outstanding 2020/2021 Season in store, filled with exhilarating productions and remarkable artists. We look forward to numerous exciting debuts as well as the return of some of Omaha's favorite artists who will thrill us once again.
Vintage Theatre Presents THE BOYS IN THE BAND

This revolutionary play changed theatrical history by unapologetically putting gay men's lives onstage which had never been seen before in a realistic way.
Steve D to Perform at the San Antonio Tejano Music Fan Fair

“Ahora Sigo Yo” literally translates to “It's my turn now.” And the title fits when it comes to Stevie D being the next big Chicano singing sensation. However, the lyrics to the title song of his latest compact disc album are about going from being scorned to finding love.
SWEENEY TODD Playing at Lyric Theatre Through 2/23!

SWEENEY TOOD is bringing Fleet Street to Ireland at the Lyric Theatre now through February 23rd, 2019. 
Photo Flash: THIS IS ME Holds World Premiere Reading

This past Wednesday November 14th, at The Lab Theater, The Alchemical Studios, took place the World Premiere Reading of the play THIS IS ME.
Photo Flash: Promotion Shots For The Upcoming World Premiere Workshop Reading Of DORA VERSUS PICASSO

As the day looms for the World Premiere Workshop Reading of 'Dora Versus Picasso', we take a look at the promotional shots for the Workshop Reading.
The Atlanta Opera Presents Sondheim's SWEENEY TODD

The Atlanta Opera closes its 2017-18 mainstage season with Stephen Sondheim's seminal musical, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. This production of Sweeney Todd remains faithful to the original Broadway show, and features an all-star cast, including Michael Mayes in his role debut as Sweeney Todd, and Maria Zifchak as Mrs. Lovett. Timothy Myers will conduct in a company debut, and Albert Sherman, who has directed Sweeney Todd under the mentorship of Harold Prince, will serve as production director.
The Atlanta Opera Presents Sondheim's SWEENEY TODD

The Atlanta Opera closes its 2017-18 mainstage season with Stephen Sondheim's seminal musical, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. This production of Sweeney Todd remains faithful to the original Broadway show, and features an all-star cast, including Michael Mayes in his role debut as Sweeney Todd, and Maria Zifchak as Mrs. Lovett. Timothy Myers will conduct in a company debut, and Albert Sherman, who has directed Sweeney Todd under the mentorship of Harold Prince, will serve as production director.
Feinstein's/54 Below to Celebrate the 60th Anniversary of WEST SIDE STORY

FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents a celebration of the groundbreaking musical masterpiece West Side Story on the 60th anniversary of the show's opening on Tuesday, September 26th at 7:00 pm at Feinstein's/54 Below (254 West 54th Street).
Sara Kestelman-Led THE LADY IN THE VAN Begins Tonight at Theatre Royal Bath

Theatre Royal Bath Productions presents Alan Bennett's The Lady in the Van, directed by Jonathan Church, beginning tonight 17 August for a run through Saturday 2 September.
Cast Complete for Sara Kestelman-Led THE LADY IN THE VAN at Theatre Royal Bath

Theatre Royal Bath Productions announces full casting for Alan Bennett's The Lady in the Van, directed by Jonathan Church, which today began rehearsals ahead of its run at Theatre Royal Bath from Thursday 17 August to Saturday 2 September.
Speak Percussion Returns to Arts House this September with ASSEMBLY OPERATION

Speak Percussion return to Arts House this September with the world premiere of Assembly Operation, a work which manufactures high quality sounds by crunching and grinding low worth goods.
The New York Youth Symphony Continues 54th With Pianist Orli Shaham, BEETHOVEN'S PIANO CONCERTO No. 4

The New York Youth Symphony (NYYS) orchestra led by Music Director Joshua Gersen continues its 54th season with acclaimed pianist Orli Shaham joining the orchestra for Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 4.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Richard Barr been nominated for?

Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Sweeney Todd, Producer (Dramatic) (Tony Awards) for Tiny Alice, Producer (Dramatic) (Tony Awards) for Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? and Citation of Excellence (Drama Desk Awards).

What awards has Richard Barr won?

Richard Barr has won several prestigious awards, including Best Musical at the Tony Awards for Sweeney Todd. He also received the Producer (Dramatic) award at the Tony Awards for Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? Additionally, he earned a Citation of Excellence from the Drama Desk Awards.

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