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Can-Can Revival 1981 - Articles Page 17

Opened: April 30, 1981
Closing: May 03, 1981

Can-Can - 1981 Broadway History , Info & More

Minskoff Theatre (Broadway)
200 W. 45th St. New York, NY 10036

The musical comedy takes place in turn-of-the-century Paris, where La Mome Pistache, proud owner of the Bal du Paradis, famous for its sexy can-can girls, spars with Aristide Forestier, a self-righteous judge determined to close all Parisian dance halls.


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Can-Can - 1981 - Broadway Articles Page 17

BWW Review: OOH LA LA! at The Can Can
by Jay Irwin - Jan 23, 2022


In life, Dear Readers, there are, if you’re lucky, moments of excitement and unbridled fun. If you’re really lucky, there are moments when you’re at a show at the Can Can with even more excitement and unbridled fun. And then there was last night when the audience was beyond lucky to witness an all-new production from the Can Can, “Ooh La La!”, that pushed that excitement and unbridled fun beyond the limits.

Christian Thompson to Replace Corbin Bleu in Revised CATCH ME IF YOU CAN at Arena Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 20, 2022


Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has announced casting for a new version of the Tony-nominated musical comedy Catch Me If You Can.

VIDEO: Find Out How YOU Can Be an #ArtsHero on Backstage with Richard Ridge
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Jan 22, 2022


Did you know that the arts sector employs 5.2 million workers and contributing 4.1% to pre-pandemic GDP? Unfortunately, the industry experienced some of the harshest effects from COVID. During the pandemic’s peak, 63% of creative workers experienced unemployment, and 95% lost creative income.

Livestream Added for The Bang On A Can People's Commissioning Fund Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 18, 2022


On Thursday, January 20, 2022 at 7:30pm, Bang on a Can presents the 2022 Bang on a Can People's Commissioning Fund concert, one of the most anticipated and reliable launching pads for composers in New York and beyond. The performance is co-presented by Kaufman Music Center as part of the annual Ecstatic Music Series at Merkin Hall (Kaufman Music Center, 129 W. 67th St.) and is a New Sounds Live co-presentation with host John Schaefer.

ON A CLEAR DAY YOU CAN SEE FOREVER Comes to Squabbalogic and Seymour Centre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2022


On A Clear Day You Can See Forever was written for Broadway and adapted into a 1970s film starring Barbra Streisand. This all-new take is adapted from Alan Jay Lerner’s original by Jay James-Moody (The Dismissal, Herringbone) who teams up with the legendary Kelley Abbey to co-direct this hilarious and heart-warming comedy of errors, exploring modern themes of sexuality, gender, and ethics in a fast-paced, joyous and musical delight featuring all-new arrangements of Lerner and Burton Lane’s wonderful songs. 

VIDEO: Diane Guerrero & Stephanie Beatriz Perform 'What Else Can I Do?' From ENCANTO
by Michael Major - Jan 14, 2022


Disney has released the music video for 'What Else Can I Do?' from Encanto. Diane Guerrero and Stephanie Beatriz voice the characters in the clip from the high-charting track from Lin-Manuel Miranda's new soundtrack. The film also features the voices of John Leguizamo, Jessica Darrow, Wilmer Valderrama, and more. Watch the new music video now!

BWW Interview: How Artists Can Financially Plan for a Better Future
by Team BWW - Jan 14, 2022


Jodi Carter, CPA, has spent decades helping individuals, couples, and families-from all different financial levels and circumstances-make countless choices. This unique view sparked her desire to teach people how to live their best lives. Jodi tells us more about Financial Insight Training and how artists can take hold of their finances in the new year.

Alex Young Will Star In A New London Production Of ANYONE CAN WHISTLE at Southwark Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2022


Alex Young will to star in a new London production of  a new London production of Arthur Laurents' and Stephen Sondheim's 1964 musical 'Anyone Can Whistle'.

Good Grief Debut First Single 'How Can I Help Falling in Love?'
by Michael Major - Jan 11, 2022


The band debuted the first single 'How Can I Help Falling In Love?' off their upcoming debut album 'Shake Your Faith' at Austin Town Hall. Shake Your Faith blasts the listener with a guitar rock that will sound quite inviting to fans of groups such as Superchunk, Sugar, and Jawbreaker. Listen to the new single now!

Arkansas Repertory Theatre Announces Additional 'Pay-What-You-Can' Nights For Spring '22 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2022


The Arkansas Repertory Theatre is excited to announce additional nights for “Pay-What-You-Can” preview performances for the Spring '22 Season, including Designing Women, School Girls, and Into The Woods. Patrons are invited to the first Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday preview performances by paying any amount they wish for tickets.

You Can Still Enjoy Your Favorite Festive Performances at Home with 50% Off Marquee TV
by - Dec 29, 2021


Special Offer - You Can Still Enjoy Your Favorite Festive Performances at Home with 50% Off Marquee TV

Patrick Duffy, Linda Purl, and Gray O'Brien Will Lead CATCH ME IF YOU CAN UK Tour In 2022
by Stephi Wild - Dec 17, 2021


Dallas legend Patrick Duffy (The Man from Atlantis; Step by Step) and Linda Purl (Happy Days; Homeland) fly in from Hollywood to star alongside Gray O' Brien (Peak Practice; Coronation Street), leading the cast in this new production of the classic Broadway thriller. Find out the full schedule and how to get tickets.

Shumka to Present Silver Swans & Seniors Can Shumka Dance Classes
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 8, 2021


Shumka will once again offer their popular classes for adults, Shumka's Silver Swans and Seniors Can Shumka. Registration is now open. 

Benefit Concert of NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT to Honor the Memory of Rebecca Luker
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2021


Help Make a Difference! New Jersey’s Jesse Walker, host of the online celebrity show “The Jesse Walker Show,” in support of Project ALS, will join 2-time Tony Award winner Judy Kaye for a special benefit virtual performance of the Broadway musical Nice Work If You Can Get It to honor the love and memory of the late Rebecca Luker.

BWW Review: WONDERLAND at The Can Can
by Jay Irwin - Dec 6, 2021


Seattle’s Can Can brings back it’s holiday festival of magic and pasties with their dazzling “Wonderland”. But they’ve also brought back some blasts from the past with the return of favorite performers, Jordan Taylor and Madison Oliver, making this an evening with both old and new surprises.

Disney+ Wraps Production on CHANG CAN DUNK
by Michael Major - Dec 2, 2021


“Chang Can Dunk” follows Chang, a 16-year-old, Asian American high school student in the marching band, who bets the school basketball star that he can dunk by Homecoming. The bet leads the 5’ 8' Chang on a quest to find the hops he needs to dunk in order to impress his crush, Kristy, and gain the respect and attention of his high school peers.

How You Can Give Back to Theaters Everywhere This #GivingTuesday
by Team BWW - Nov 30, 2021


Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday have come and gone. While you're focused on finding the perfect holiday gifts for your loved ones, consider giving back a little this year. #GivingTuesday is an international day of global generosity, and there's no better time to think about how you can do good.

Producer Cody Lassen Believes Korean Musicals Can Go Global
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 30, 2021


Just last week, Seoul welcomed theatre makers and investors for the first annual K-Musical Market- a new event that showcased Korean musicals to a larger audience. Broadway producer Cody Lassen (Thoughts of a Colored Man) was in attendance at the big event and shared that he believes Korean musicals could make a global impact.

BWW Interview: Giovanna Sardelli of IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley Believes We Can All See Ourselves in This Timeless Tale
by Jim Munson - Nov 29, 2021


BroadwayWorld talks to Giovanna Sardelli, the irrepressible director of TheatreWorks Silicon Valley's 'It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play' running December 1 to 26 at the Lucie Stern Theatre in Palo Alto.

How Broadway Cares Is Giving Back This Holiday Season and How YOU Can Help This #GivingTuesday
by Team BWW - Nov 29, 2021


This Giving Tuesday, Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS is giving back, with a goal of providing 80,000 healthy meals for people who do not have enough to eat this winter. You can help by making a donation tomorrow. Donations will be matched dollar for dollar by generous donors Jodi and Howard Tenenbaum and Elizabeth Armstrong, if $100,000 is raised by the end of the day.

Macrobert Arts Centre Launches Crowdfunding Campaign To Ensure Its Vital Community Can Continue
by Stephi Wild - Nov 29, 2021


Over the past 50 years, Stirling's cultural hub Macrobert Arts Centre has been integral to Forth Valley communities, providing a diverse programme of activity and events and making the arts accessible by providing local people with a variety of opportunities to engage and experience the arts. 

CAN WE TALK?: What The Pandemic And WWII Have In Common to Make its New York Debut Next Month
by Gigi Gervais - Nov 27, 2021


The upcoming docudrama CAN WE TALK?: What The Pandemic And WWII Have In Common, will make its premiere December 2nd and run for two weekends at The Kraine Theatre, located at 85 East 4th street. It will also be streaming online.

BWW REVIEW: The Creative And Clever Annual Political Satire Returns With THE WHARF REVUE: CAN OF WORMS
by Jade Kops - Nov 26, 2021


Jonathan Biggins, Drew Forsythe and Phillip Scott have created a new edition of fan favorite political satire, THE WHARF REVUE: CAN OF WORMS.

BWW Review: COME FROM AWAY at Van Wezel all that you can want and so much more
by Jacob Ruscoe - Nov 24, 2021


It is such an exciting time with Broadway reopened. I spent a day recently in New York City and the hustle and bustle of the theatre district reminded me of why I love the city and Broadway in particular. I have seen a measly 73 shows on Broadway or ones that are part of a Broadway tour and I have ranked them all in the order that I love/like them. One of those shows that has remained in the top 10 since I first witnessed its magical artistry is “Come From Away.” So, I jumped at the chance to see it again at the Van Wezel.

BWW Review: Sidney Myer Proves That Those Who Book Can Also Do At Pangea
by Bobby Patrick - Nov 18, 2021


Sidney’s shows are collections of novelty numbers interspersed with beautiful love songs and heartfelt moments from the theatre, such as Bock & Harnick’s HERE IN EDEN, the opening number to THE APPLE TREE that in Mr. Myer’s eccentric voice, with his subtle acting choices brought tears to the eyes of his house.

Can-Can History

Other Productions of Can-Can

1953   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1954   West End London Production
West End
1955   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
1959   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
1962   Off-Broadway City Center Revival
Off-Broadway
1981   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1988   International Tour
1988   West End London Revival
West End
2004   Off-Broadway Encores! Concert
Off-Broadway
2007   London Lost Musicals Concert
London
2007   Los Angeles Pasadena Playhouse Production
Los Angeles

Can-Can - 1981 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1981 Tony Awards Best Choreography Roland Petit
1981 Tony Awards Best Costume Design Franca Squarciapino
1981 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design David Mitchell

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