Thoroughly Modern Millie 2002 - Articles Page 4

Ages: 10+
Opened: April 18, 2002
Closing: June 20, 2004

Thoroughly Modern Millie - 2002 - Broadway History , Info & More

Thoroughly Modern Millie is a delightful musical bursting with flapper energy, penned by a team ready to make you smile. Jeanine Tesori composed the music, filled with catchy jazz and ragtime tunes, while Dick Scanlan provided the witty lyrics. Richard Morris and Scanlan collaborated on the book, or script, bringing the story to life. The musical premiered in 2000, based on the 1967 film of the same name, and quickly garnered a bevy of awards.



The story whisks you back to the roaring twenties, 1922 New York City, to be exact. Millie Dillmount, a determined young woman from Kansas, arrives with dreams of a glamorous, modern life. Her plan? Snag a wealthy husband by working as a secretary. But hilarious chaos ensues – she loses her belongings, ends up at a suspicious hotel with a white slavery ring lurking beneath the surface, and falls for a charming man who might not be all he seems.



Thoroughly Modern Millie's infectious energy and clever humor were recognized at the prestigious Tony Awards. It triumphed in 2002, winning six awards including the coveted Best Musical. With its high-kicking dance numbers, unforgettable characters, and a timeless message of female empowerment, Thoroughly Modern Millie remains a crowd-pleasing favorite.


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Photo Flash: Whoopi Goldberg in Rehearsal & Performance for Cameo Appearance on Broadway's THE LION KING
by BWW News Desk - Jan 19, 2010


Disney Theatrical Productions welcomed Oscar, Tony, Grammy and Emmy Award winner Whoopi Goldberg (moderator of ABC's THE VIEW) to the cast of Broadway's landmark musical event, THE LION KING - for one night only - on Thursday, January 14 at the Minskoff Theatre (200 West 45th Street, NYC). Goldberg appeared in a series of surprise cameos throughout the 8pm performance. The appearance marks a return for Goldberg to the legit stage and her Lion King roots, having originated the voice of Shenzi the Hyena more than 15 years ago in the 1994 Disney animated feature.

Whoopi Goldberg Joins THE LION KING Cast for One Night Only, 1/14
by Jessica Lewis - Jan 13, 2010


Disney Theatrical Productions welcomes Oscar, Tony, Grammy and Emmy Award winner Whoopi Goldberg (moderator of ABC's THE VIEW) to the cast of Broadway's landmark musical event, THE LION KING - for one night only - on Thursday, January 14 at the Minskoff Theatre (200 West 45th Street, NYC). Goldberg will appear in a series of surprise cameos throughout the 8pm performance. The announcement was made live this morning on 'The View.' The appearance marks a return for Goldberg to the legit stage and her Lion King roots, having originated the voice of Shenzi the Hyena more than 15 years ago in the 1994 Disney animated feature.

PROMISES, PROMISES with Hayes & Chenoweth to Play Bway Theatre; Previews 3/28, Opens 4/25
by Robert Diamond - Oct 26, 2009


Broadway Across America (John Gore, Thomas B. McGrath, Beth Williams), Craig Zadan, Neil Meron, Candy Spelling and The Weinstein Company will present the first-ever Broadway revival of PROMISES, PROMISES this spring at the Broadway Theater (1681 Broadway). Previews will begin on Sunday, March 28th, 2010 with an opening night slated for Sunday, April 25th, 2010. The musical is written by legends Neil Simon (book), Burt Bacharach (music), and Hal David (lyrics). Emmy Award winner Sean Hayes will make his Broadway debut starring in the role of Chuck Baxter opposite Tony and Emmy Award winner Kristin Chenoweth, returning to Broadway as Fran Kubelik. Tony and Emmy Award winner Rob Ashford will also make his Broadway directorial debut and choreograph. More casting and creative team members will be announced in the near future.

ABC's 'The View' Wins 2009 Daytime Emmy Award
by Eddie Varley - Aug 30, 2009


ABC's 'The View' took home the 36th Annual Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Show Host at the event this evening. After years of coming up empty handed in the Daytime Emmy's talk show host category, the ladies of 'The View' won the day.

2009 Tony Award Winner: Alice Ripley For 'Best Leading Actress in a Musical'
by Charlie Piane - Jun 8, 2009


BroadwayWorld Congratulates Alice Ripley, 2009 Tony Award Winner, 'Best Leading Actress in a Musical'

Tony Awards Party & Broadcast Held In McGlohon Theatre, Free To The Public
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 2, 2009


Enjoy the theater industry's annual celebration of Broadway's best at the Center's fifth annual TONY® AWARDS Party on Sunday, June 7 in the McGlohon Theatre at Spirit Square (345 N. College Street). Doors to the McGlohon Theatre will open at 7 p.m., with the broadcast beginning at 8 p.m.

2009 Tony Award Nominees: 'Best Performance By A Leading Actress In A Musical'
by Charlie Piane - May 5, 2009


BroadwayWorld Presents The 2009 Tony Award Nominees: 'Best Performance By A Leading Actress In A Musical'

Sutton Foster to Play Feinstein's April 6 and 20
by BWW News Desk - Apr 6, 2009


Sutton Foster performs live at Feinstein's at the Loews Regency on April 6 and 20.

SHREK'S Sutton Foster To Receive Caricature At Sardi's 3/3
by Eddie Varley - Mar 3, 2009


Tony Award-winner SUTTON FOSTER, currently starring as Princess Fiona in Broadway's SHREK THE MUSICAL, will have her caricature unveiled at the world famous Sardi's Restaurant. Foster's likeness will join the ranks of Broadway royalty who have been honored with a caricature on the famous walls of Sardi's.

Sutton Foster Performs At Barnes And Noble On 2/27
by BWW News Desk - Feb 27, 2009


Sutton Foster's debut CD 'Wish' was released February 17th on Ghostlight Records. The album features 15 songs culled from the worlds of jazz, pop, Broadway and cabaret, and highlights Foster's eclectic choices, ranging from Patty Griffin's ?Nobody's Cryin' to Duke Ellington's ?I Like the Sunrise'...from Frank Loesser's ?Warm All Over' to John Denver's ?Sunshine on My Shoulders'. Tony-winner Foster also looks forward to a sold-out, February 19th, NYC appearance, as part of the popular Lincoln Center Songbook Series. On February 27th, Foster will perform and sign CDs at an In-Store appearance at Barnes and Noble Lincoln Center, at 5 pm. Currently starring as Princess Fiona in Broadway's ?Shrek the Musical', Sutton Foster was given high praise by Ben Brantley of The New York Times, who compared her to musical royalty: 'She has emerged as an inspired, take-charge musical comedian in the tradition of Danny Kaye and Carol Burnett...' Foster's unique ability to be irreverent and respectful from moment-to-moment shines through on ?Wish', as her voice wallops through ?Oklahoma' (a bonus track,) only minutes after a delicate, warm delivery of Noel Coward's ?Come The Wild, Wild Weather.' She is a musical chameleon with a voice as appealing as her down-to-earth personality. ?Wish' was Produced by Joel Moss, and Co-Produced by Michael Rafter. Executive Producers are Kurt Deutsch and Sutton Foster. The CD package features original artwork by Sutton Foster.

Sutton Foster to Play Feinstein's April 6 and 20
by Robert Diamond - Feb 23, 2009


Sutton Foster performs live at Feinstein's at the Loews Regency on April 6 and 20.

SHREK Star Foster Sings from 'WISH' on NBC4-TV's Weekend Today Show 2/21
by BWW News Desk - Feb 21, 2009


Sutton Foster performs live on NBC4-TV's Weekend Today Show in NY. The program airs at 9am EST - Check local listings.

SHREK Star Foster Sings from 'WISH' on NBC4-TV's Weekend Today Show 2/21
by Eddie Varley - Feb 17, 2009


Sutton Foster performs live on NBC4-TV's Weekend Today Show in NY. The program airs at 9am EST - Check local listings.

Sutton Foster Releases Solo Debut CD, 'WISH' 2/17
by BWW News Desk - Feb 17, 2009


Sutton Foster's debut CD 'Wish' has been confirmed for February 17th release on Ghostlight Records. The album features 15 songs culled from the worlds of jazz, pop, Broadway and cabaret, and highlights Foster's eclectic choices, ranging from Patty Griffin's 'Nobody's Cryin' to Duke Ellington's 'I Like the Sunrise'...from Frank Loesser's 'Warm All Over' to John Denver's 'Sunshine on My Shoulders

TV STAGE TUBE: Whoopi Goldberg in STREAM Episode 1
by Eddie Varley - Jan 23, 2009


Whoopi Goldberg stars and executive produces the sci-fi miniseries 'STREAM' for FEARnet.com. Goldberg plays the lead character, Jodi, trying to come to terms with her lifelong fears. Here we bring you a clip from the very first episode of 'STREAM', courtesy of the kind folks over at FEARnet.com. Stay tuned for more exclusive clips from the series right here on BWW TV!

TV STAGE TUBE: Whoopi Goldberg Stars in 'STREAM'
by Eddie Varley - Jan 22, 2009


Whoopi Goldberg stars and executive produces the sci-fi miniseries 'STREAM' for FEARnet.com. Goldberg plays the lead character, Jodi, trying to come to terms with her lifelong fears. Here we bring you the trailer for 'STREAM', courtesy of the kind folks over at FEARnet.com. Stay tuned for exclusive clips from the series right here on BWW TV!

Sutton Foster Releases Solo Debut CD, 'WISH' 2/17
by Eddie Varley - Dec 16, 2008


Sutton Foster's debut CD 'Wish' has been confirmed for February 17th release on Ghostlight Records. The album features 15 songs culled from the worlds of jazz, pop, Broadway and cabaret, and highlights Foster's eclectic choices, ranging from Patty Griffin's 'Nobody's Cryin' to Duke Ellington's 'I Like the Sunrise'...from Frank Loesser's 'Warm All Over' to John Denver's 'Sunshine on My Shoulders

Whoopi Goldberg to Star and Produce New Online Series STRANGE, Debuts 1/15
by Eddie Varley - Dec 13, 2008


Variety is reporting that Whoopi Goldberg is set to star and exec produce the sci-fi miniseries 'Strange' for FEARnet.com. Set to debut online and on video on demand beginning Jan. 15th, 'Strange' will air in six five-minute weekly segments. Goldberg will play the lead character, Jodi, trying to come to terms with her lifelong fears.

Whoopi Talks UK SISTER ACT: The Musical on 'The View'
by Eddie Varley - Nov 13, 2008


Whoopi Goldberg revealed a few hints about the upcoming musical adaptation of her movie hit, Sister Act on today's episode of The View. She'll be among the producers of the show, and gave a preview of the production's poster artwork. Whoopi was visibly excited as she discussed the upcoming musical.

Breaker Replaces Gregory and Other Changes Announced for NY Bound SHREK
by Robert Diamond - Sep 30, 2008


Following a successful try-out engagement in Seattle, SHREK THE MUSICAL will begin preview performances in New York at the Broadway Theatre on Saturday, November 8, with the official opening on Sunday, December 14.

Whoopi Goldberg Ends Engagement in 'Xanadu' Tonight, 9/7
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 7, 2008


Producers Robert Ahrens, Tara Smith, B. Swibel, Cari Smulyan and Dale Smith announced today that Whoopi Goldberg will join the cast of the hit Broadway musical 'Xanadu' on Tuesday, July 29th for a special six week engagement through Sunday, September 7th.

Photo Coverage: Whoopi Goldberg Greets Fans After 'Xanadu' Debut
by Walter McBride - Jul 30, 2008


Whoopi Goldberg joined the cast of the hit Broadway musical 'Xanadu' on Tuesday, July 29th for a special six week engagement through Sunday, September 7th.

Photo Coverage: Whoopi Goldberg Returns To Broadway In 'Xanadu'
by Walter McBride - Jul 30, 2008


Last night, July 29th, Broadway World's cameras were on hand as Whoopi Goldberg returned to the Broadway stage for a six week engagement in the hit musical 'Xanadu'. She will be playing of Caliope now through September 7th at the Helen Hayes.

Whoopi Goldberg To Join 'Xanadu' 7/29 - 9/7!!
by BWW News Desk - Jul 29, 2008


Producers Robert Ahrens, Tara Smith, B. Swibel, Cari Smulyan and Dale Smith announced today that Whoopi Goldberg will join the cast of the hit Broadway musical 'Xanadu' on Tuesday, July 29th for a special six week engagement through Sunday, September 7th.

Whoopi Goldberg To Join 'Xanadu' 7/29 - 9/7!!
by BWW News Desk - Jul 14, 2008


Producers Robert Ahrens, Tara Smith, B. Swibel, Cari Smulyan and Dale Smith announced today that Whoopi Goldberg will join the cast of the hit Broadway musical 'Xanadu' on Tuesday, July 29th for a special six week engagement through Sunday, September 7th.

Thoroughly Modern Millie History

Other Productions of Thoroughly Modern Millie

1996   New York Reading
New York
1999   New York Workshop
New York
2000   San Diego, CA (Regional) World Premiere
San Diego, CA (Regional)
2002   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2003   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
2003   West End London Production
West End
2005   Regional (US) Regional Revival
Regional (US)
2020   Off-Broadway Encores! Concert Production
Off-Broadway

Thoroughly Modern Millie - 2002 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2002 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Marc Kudisch

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