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Run Time:
2 hours 45 minutes
Opened: April 7, 2011
Closing: July 08, 2012

Anything Goes - 2011 Broadway History , Info & More

ALL ABOARD for this saucy and splendid new production of Cole Porter's musical romp across the Atlantic! When the S.S. American heads out to sea, etiquette and convention head out the portholes as two unlikely pairs set off on the course to true love... proving that sometimes destiny needs a little help from a crew of singing sailors, an exotic disguise and some good old-fashioned blackmail. Peppering this hilariously bumpy ride are some of musical theater's most memorable standards, including “I Get a Kick out of You,” “You're the Top,“ “It's De-lovely,” and of course, “Anything Goes.”




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Anything Goes
9 / 10

Why, one wonders, should Roundabout see fit to trot out 'Anything Goes,' the frequently produced 1934 musical chestnut? Turns out it has a compelling reason: Sutton Foster. She doesn't just deliver those Cole Porter hits, she knocks 'em out of the park. Joel Grey gives his happiest performance in years as Public Enemy #13, and director-choreographer Kathleen Marshall has a field day, outdoing herself with several rousing dance numbers. This new 'Anything Goes' is a daffy, shipshape romp.

A Glimpse of Stocking? Shocking!
9 / 10

Both goofy and sexy, shruggingly insouciant and rigorously polished, Ms. Foster's performance embodies the essence of escapist entertainment in the 1930s, when hard times called for bold smiles, tough wisecracks and defiant fantasies of over-the-top opulence...Her pleasure in her material creates a sheen that illuminates everyone around her. Mr. Donnell, Mr. Grey and Mr. Godley are never better than in their duets with Ms. Foster, energetic competitions in putting over some of Porter's cleverest lyrics.

ANYTHING GOES' Colin Donnell Visits Seth's Broadway Chatterbox Tonight, 4/5
by Seth's Broadway Chatterbox - April 5, 2012


Tonight, April 5, ANYTHING GOES star Colin Donnell will make a special appearance as Seth Rudetsky's next guest for Seth's Broadway Chatterbox at Don't Tell Mama.

Catching Up With Tony Winner Hal Linden -- Appearing At The McCallum Theatre March 29
by David Green - March 28, 2012


The McCallum Theatre presents an evening of comedy and music with David Brenner and Hal Linden on March 29 at 8:00 pm. Hal Linden is the Tony Award winning and multiple Golden Globe and Emmy nominated star whose decades-long career has spanned all theatrical genres, from stage to film to television. He began his show business career as a clarinet player and later toured as a singer with Sammy Kaye, Bobby Sherwood and Boyd Raeburn bands which eventually led him to an acting career. His Broadway debut was opposite Judy Holliday in Bells Are Ringing and he later went on to a critically acclaimed performance in the revival of Anything Goes and his Tony-winning star turn in The Rothchilds. I had the opportunity to catch up with this dynamic entertainer and lovely man for a few minutes - here are some highlights from our conversation:

Photo Coverage: ANYTHING GOES Celebrates 400th Show!
by Walter McBride - March 22, 2012


Yesterday, March 21st, Roundabout Theatre Company celebrated the 400th performance of their hit revival of ANYTHING GOES, now starring Stephanie J. Block and Joel Grey (through April 29th). BroadwayWorld.com was there to capture the onstage and offstage celebrations. Here's to the next 400!

FREEZE FRAME: ANYTHING GOES Celebrates 400th Show!
by Walter McBride - March 21, 2012


Roundabout Theatre Company's Anything Goes recently celebrated its 400th performance. Check out the photo with cast members Joel Grey and Stephanie J. Block below!

She's 'De-Lovely' and She's Coming Back! Stephanie J. Block Returns to ANYTHING GOES Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2012


Roundabout Theatre Company announced tonight that Stephanie J. Block will return as "Reno Sweeney" to the 2011 Tony® Award winning musical comedy Anything Goes on March 15, 2012, replacing Sutton Foster in the iconic role.

Photo Flash: New Artwork Revealed for ANYTHING GOES Starring Stephanie J. Block!
by Nicole Rosky - March 12, 2012


Tony-winner Sutton Foster departed the hit production of ANYTHING GOES last night, March 11th to begin filming ABC Family's new drama series BUNHEADS. Stephanie J. Block returns as 'Reno Sweeney' to the 2011 Tony Award winning musical comedy on March 15, 2012. Check out the new show art featuring the new leading lady below!

TV Flashback: Sutton Foster Departs ANYTHING GOES
by Robert Diamond - March 11, 2012


Tony-winner Sutton Foster will depart the hit production of ANYTHING GOES on March 11th to begin filming ABC Family's new drama series BUNHEADS. Here's a look back at highlights, both on stage and in rehearsal!

Colin Donnell Out of ANYTHING GOES for Pilot; Bill English Filling In
by Nicole Rosky - March 9, 2012


BroadwayWorld has just confirmed that Colin Donnell, who plays the role of 'Billy Crocker in Anything Goes, is currently out of the show to film a pilot. Bill English is filling in until he returns on April 3rd.

STAGE TUBE: Sutton Foster Brings ANYTHING GOES to Jimmy Fallon's Broadway Week!
by Jessica Lewis - February 24, 2012


All the excitement of the Broadway stage was broadcast into viewers' homes last night, as Broadway Week continued on LATE NIGHT WITH Jimmy Fallon (12:35 a.m. ET on NBC). Last night, Fallon featured Roundabout Theatre Company's 2011 Tony Award winning musical 'Anything Goes.' Sutton Foster took the 'Late Night' stage to sing a rousing selection from this saucy production set on the S.S. American. The show was the recipient of three 2011 Tony Awards including Best Revival and Best Actress in a Musical (Foster). Check out her performance on Fallon last night below!

She's 'De-Lovely' and She's Coming Back! Stephanie J. Block to Return to ANYTHING GOES March 15th
by Robert Diamond - February 23, 2012


Roundabout Theatre Company announced tonight that Stephanie J. Block will return as "Reno Sweeney" to the 2011 Tony® Award winning musical comedy Anything Goes on March 15, 2012, replacing Sutton Foster in the iconic role.

ANYTHING GOES to Perform on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon Tomorrow
by Kelsey Denette - February 22, 2012


Roundabout Theatre Company's Anything Goes will perform on NBC's "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon" between 12:35AM-1:35AM tomorrow night. Tune in to see Sutton Foster and company members from Anything Goes perform the tap dancing finale of Act 1!

STAGE TUBE: Joel Grey Joins Robert Creighton Onstage at the Metropolitan Room!
by Kelsey Denette - February 14, 2012


Last night, Creighton was joined by surprise guest (and his Anything Goes co-star) Joel Grey for an impromptu duet; check it out below!

Photo Flash: First Look at Robert Petkoff, Julie Halston in ANYTHING GOES
by Nicole Rosky - January 26, 2012


Julie Halston and Robert Petkoff have this month joined the cast of Roundabout Theatre Company's ANYTHING GOES as 'Evangeline Harcourt' and 'Lord Evelyn Oakleigh.' Roundabout Theatre Company presents the 2011 Tony Award winning Anything Goes, starring 2011 Tony Award winner Sutton Foster as 'Reno Sweeney' and Tony and Academy Award winner Joel Grey as 'Moonface Martin.' Check out photos of the new duo in action below!

Bill English Steps into ANYTHING GOES for Colin Donnell Today, 1/24
by Jessica Lewis - January 24, 2012


Anything Goes star Colin Donnell begins a leave of absence from the show today, January 24, to perform in Merrily We Roll Along at Encores! Bill English will assume the role of "Billy Crocker" tonight thru Sunday, February 19th. Colin Donnell will return to the show on Tuesday, February 21st.

STAGE TUBE: Joel Grey & Sutton Foster Perform 'Friendship' on The Rosie Show!
by Robert Diamond - January 24, 2012


The cast of Roundabout Theatre Company's Anything Goes performed last night, January 23, on 'The Rosie Show.' Tony Award winner Sutton Foster and Tony and Academy Award winner Joel Grey flew in for a special performance of 'Friendship'!

STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - ANYTHING GOES' Sutton Foster and Colin Donnell Perform on THE ROSIE SHOW!
by Kelsey Denette - January 23, 2012


Tony Award winner Sutton Foster and Tony and Academy Award winner Joel Grey will stop by for a special performance on this evening's show, which airs at 7pm on OWN. Get a sneak peek before the show airs with Colin Donnell and Foster performing 'You're the Top' below!

ANYTHING GOES Cast to Perform on ROSIE SHOW Tonight
by Nicole Rosky - January 23, 2012


The cast of Roundabout Theatre Company's Anything Goes is set to perform tonight on 'The Rosie Show.' Tony Award winner Sutton Foster and Tony and Academy Award winner Joel Grey will stop by for a special performance on this evenings show; which airs at 7pm on OWN.

ANYTHING GOES Extends Through 9/9; Cast for Extension Expected Shortly
by Nicole Rosky - January 18, 2012


Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced a new block of tickets now on-sale through September 9th, 2012. Anything Goes currently stars 2011 Tony® Award winner Sutton Foster as "Reno Sweeney" and Tony and Academy® Award winner Joel Grey as "Moonface Martin," and is directed and choreographed by 2011 Tony Award winner Kathleen Marshall. Casting for May 1st - September 9th will be announced shortly.

Julie Halston Joins Cast of ANYTHING GOES Tonight!
by Nicole Rosky - January 17, 2012


Roundabout Theatre Company just announced that Julie Halston (The Divine Sister) will assume the role of "Evangeline Harcourt" on Tuesday, January 17th & Robert Petkoff (Ragtime) will assume the role of "Lord Evelyn Oakleigh" on Friday, January 13th.

Julie Halston & Robert Petkoff Join Cast of ANYTHING GOES in January
by Nicole Rosky - December 14, 2011


Roundabout Theatre Company just announced that Julie Halston (The Divine Sister) will assume the role of "Evangeline Harcourt" on Tuesday, January 17th & Robert Petkoff (Ragtime) will assume the role of "Lord Evelyn Oakleigh" on Friday, January 13th.

Anything Goes History

Other Productions of Anything Goes

1934   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1935   West End London Production
West End
1962   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
1969   West End London Revival
West End
1974   Regional (US) Regional Revival
Regional (US)
1987   Broadway Lincoln Center Revival
Broadway
1988   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
1989   West End London Production
West End
2000   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
2002   Broadway Reunion Concert
Broadway
2002   West End Royal National Theatre Production
West End
2006   Williamstown, MA (Regional) Williamstown Theatre Festival Production
Williamstown, MA (Regional)
2011   Broadway Roundabout Revival
Broadway
2012   US Tour Roundabout Theatre Company National Tour
US Tour
2021   West End
West End
2022   West End London Production
West End

Anything Goes - 2011 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2011 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Leading Actress in a Musical Sutton Foster
2011 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical Colin Donnell
2011 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Sutton Foster
2011 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Choreography Kathleen Marshall
2011 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Costume Design Martin Pakledinaz
2011 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Adam Godley
2011 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Laura Osnes
2011 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical 0
2011 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Set Design Derek McLane
2011 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical Brian Ronan
2011 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Sutton Foster
2011 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Choreography Kathleen Marshall
2011 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical Kathleen Marshall
2011 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Adam Godley
2011 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical John McMartin
2011 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Colin Donnell
2011 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Laura Osnes
2011 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical 0
2011 Tony Awards Best Choreography Kathleen Marshall
2011 Tony Awards Best Costume Design of a Musical Martin Pakledinaz
2011 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Kathleen Marshall
2011 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design of a Musical Peter Kaczorowski
2011 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Adam Godley
2011 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Sutton Foster
2011 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Todd Haimes
2011 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Harold Wolpert
2011 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Julia C. Levy
2011 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Roundabout Theatre Company
2011 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design of a Musical Derek McLane
2011 Tony Awards Best Sound Design of a Musical Brian Ronan

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