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Sunset Boulevard 1994

Ages: 10+
Opened: November 17, 1994
Closing: March 22, 1997

Sunset Boulevard - 1994 Broadway History , Info & More


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

Based on the film by Billy Wilder


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Theater Stories: THE LION KING, SUNSET BOULEVARD, the JOSEPH Revival & More About The Minskoff Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2021


This week's Theater Stories features The Minskoff Theatre! Learn about the stars to have graced the Minskoff stage, including Debbie Reynolds, Debbie Allen, Bette Midler, Glenn Close & more; the theater's longest-running show, The Lion King, and much more!

UN DÍA COMO HOY: SUNSET BOULEVARD se estrena en Broadway en 1994
by Cristina Martinez - Nov 17, 2020


Basada en la película homónima de Billy Wilder y con música de Andrew Lloyd Weber y librero de Don Black y Christopher Hampton, SUNSET BOULEVARD subía el telón en Broadway el 17 de noviembre de 1994.

Patti LuPone Honored with Signature Theatre's 2011 Stephen Sondheim Award
by BWW News Desk - Apr 16, 2012


The Tony Award-winning Signature Theatre will honor esteemed stage actress Patti LuPone with the company's third Stephen Sondheim Award. The award, established in 2009 in honor of America's most influential contemporary musical theater writer and composer, will be presented at a black-tie Gala Benefit on April 16, 2012 at the Embassy of Italy in Washington, DC. Signature Theatre Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer said, 'I am thrilled that Patti LuPone will be this year's recipient of the Stephen Sondheim Award. With her wonderful performances in Gypsy, Sweeney Todd, Company, Passion, and more - she has had an amazing connection to Steve's words and music. It's wonderful to add her name to the distinguished honorees Angela Lansbury and Bernadette Peters. We look forward to saluting Patti and her extraordinary talents in April.'

AN EVENING WITH PATTI LUPONE AND MANDY PATINKIN Begins Performances Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Nov 16, 2011


Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin reunite on Broadway for AN EVENING WITH PATTI LUPONE AND MANDY PATINKIN. Two Broadway legends who first appeared together giving Tony Award winning performances in Evita, will bring their critically acclaimed theatre concert to the Barrymore Theatre (243 West 47th Street) for 63 performances only beginning today at 8pm through Friday, January 13. Opening night is set for Monday, November 21.

Patti LuPone to be Honored with Signature Theatre's 2011 Stephen Sondheim Award
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 19, 2011


The Tony Award-winning Signature Theatre will honor esteemed stage actress Patti LuPone with the company's third Stephen Sondheim Award. The award, established in 2009 in honor of America's most influential contemporary musical theater writer and composer, will be presented at a black-tie Gala Benefit on April 16, 2012 at the Embassy of Italy in Washington, DC. Signature Theatre Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer said, 'I am thrilled that Patti LuPone will be this year's recipient of the Stephen Sondheim Award. With her wonderful performances in Gypsy, Sweeney Todd, Company, Passion, and more - she has had an amazing connection to Steve's words and music. It's wonderful to add her name to the distinguished honorees Angela Lansbury and Bernadette Peters. We look forward to saluting Patti and her extraordinary talents in April.'

Reprise Theatre Company Presents Patti LuPone's GYPSY IN MY SOUL
by BWW News Desk - Oct 4, 2011


Reprise Theatre Company presents Patti LuPone 'Gypsy In My Soul' for one performance only tonight at 8:00 pm, at Royce Hall on the campus of UCLA.

Reprise Theatre Company Features Patti LuPone's GYPSY IN MY SOUL,10/4
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 26, 2011


Reprise Theatre Company presents Patti LuPone 'Gypsy In My Soul' for one performance only on Tuesday, October 4 at 8:00 pm, at Royce Hall on the campus of UCLA.

Patti LuPone, Nick Nolte, and Emma Booth Join 'Parker' Cast
by Lauren Wolman - Aug 6, 2011


Nick Nolte, Patti LuPone and Emma Booth have joined the cast of action-thriller 'Parker,' according to Variety. They will be joining the previously casted Jason Statham, Jennifer Lopez, Michael Chiklis, Wendell Pierce and Clinton Collins, Jr.

Confirmed: Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin Bring Touring Concert to the Barrymore Theatre; Previews Begin Nov. 16
by Jessica Lewis - Aug 1, 2011


As previously speculated by BroadwayWorld, Broadway legends Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin will bring their concert show, which toured the country in 2010-11, to the Great White Way this fall, the Washington Post now confirms. The pair will play the Barrymore Theatre beginning November 16. Opening night is scheduled for November 21.

RIALTO CHATTER: LuPone and Patinkin Returning to Broadway?
by Rialto Chatter - Jul 28, 2011


According to a report by Lemonwade, Broadway legends Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin might bring their concert show, which toured the country in 2010-11, to the Great White Way this fall. The show is aiming to open in mid-October and run through the holiday season. Additional details have not yet been released.

Redgrave, Glover And More Set for MUSICAL CELEBRATION OF BROADWAY 2/7
by BWW News Desk - Feb 7, 2011


The Drama League is pleased to announce that Vanessa Redgrave, Ann Hampton Callaway, Montego Glover and Daniel Reichard will appear at the 27th annual all-star gala, 'A MUSICAL CELEBRATION OF BROADWAY.'

Redgrave, Glover And More Join A MUSICAL CELEBRATION OF BROADWAY 2/7
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 1, 2011


The Drama League is pleased to announce that Vanessa Redgrave, Ann Hampton Callaway, Montego Glover and Daniel Reichard have joined the roster of performers scheduled to appear at the 27th annual all-star gala, "A MUSICAL CELEBRATION OF BROADWAY."

McDonald, Benanti et al. Honor LuPone at A MUSICAL CELEBRATION OF BROADWAY, 2/7
by Jessica Lewis - Jan 18, 2011


The Drama League is pleased to announce the complete line-up of performers for the 27th annual all-star gala, 'A MUSICAL CELEBRATION OF BROADWAY.' This year's black-tie event, to be held in the Grand Ballroom at The Pierre New York (2 East 61st Street at 5th Avenue) on Monday, February 7, 2011, will honor two-time Tony Award winner and celebrated Broadway actress-singer Patti LuPone.

Benanti, Urie, Rose et al. Honor Patti LuPone at Drama League's 'A Musical Celebration of Broadway,' 2/7
by Jessica Lewis - Dec 6, 2010


On Monday, February 7, 2011, The Drama League will present its 27th annual all-star gala, 'A MUSICAL CELEBRATION OF BROADWAY.' This year's black-tie event, to be held in the Grand Ballroom at The Pierre New York (2 East 61st Street at 5th Avenue), will honor two-time Tony Award winner and celebrated Broadway actress-singer Patti LuPone.

LuPone Issues Response To Showstopping Vegas 'Texting' Incident
by Charlie Piane - Jun 23, 2009


Theatre legend Patti LuPone has issued a response regarding the recent run-in with a Las Vegas audience member who was texting during the show. The action forced LuPone to stop the show, and calmly repremand the texter.

Showstopper LuPone Does It Again; 'Teaches' Texting Audience Member During Vegas Performance
by Charlie Piane - Jun 22, 2009


Theatre legend Patti LuPone has once again stopped a show cold. The incident took place June 21, while the actress was performing her brand-new show, Gypsy In My Soul, at the Orleans Showroom in Las Vegas. While introducing the iconic 'Don't Cry For Me, Argentina' LuPone noticed an audience member texting on his cell phone. Steve Friess of VegasHappensHere.com was at the show, and Tweeted (@thestrippodcast) immediately after the event.

'Vegas' Turn', LuPone Plays Orleans Casino & Hotel 6/20-21
by BWW News Desk - Jun 20, 2009


Now that her already legendary run in Gypsy is over, Patti LuPone is set for a number of concert dates throughout the year, in addition to the previously announced dates with Mandy Patinkin for 'An Evening with Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin' she will make a concert stop in Las Vegas at the Orleans Casino & Hotel on June 20th and 21st. She can also be seen (and heard) at the Cincinnati May Festival in Kurt Weil's 'The Seven Deadly Sins', Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. James Conlon will be the Musical Director for the series of concerts. For her complete schedule visit her official website at, www.pattilupone.net. Patti LuPone swept the 2008 theatre awards winning the Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards for Best Actress in a Musical and the Drama League Award for Distinguished Performance for her performance as Rose in the critically-acclaimed new Broadway production of the classic Jule Styne-Stephen Sondheim-Arthur Laurents musical Gypsy, directed by the show's author, Mr. Laurents, currently at the St. James Theatre.

LuPone Joins Patinkin In Ohio For 'An Evening' 5/5-5/17
by BWW News Desk - May 5, 2009


Finally appearing together again after their Tony Award® winning performances in Evita, Patti LuPone joins Mandy Patinkin onstage for An Evening with Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin. These Broadway legends will bring their critically acclaimed theatre concert to the Palace Theatre at PlayhouseSquare for 16 performances only, May 5 - 17, 2009.

STAGE TUBE: 'Boyle Wows LuPone!' - CBS Early Show
by Eddie Varley - Apr 16, 2009


Broadway legend Patti LuPone, Les Miserables' original 'Fantine' and the first to make 'I Dreamed A Dream' her own, said she was brought to tears upon seeing Susan Boyle's performance of the number on Britain's Got Talent.

LuPone & Patinkin Bring 'AN EVENING WITH' to the Fisher Theatre 4/14 - 4/19
by BWW News Desk - Apr 14, 2009


Finally appearing together again after their Tony Award? winning performances in Evita, Patti LuPone joins Mandy Patinkin onstage for An Evening with Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin. These Broadway legends will bring their critically acclaimed theatre concert to the Fisher Theatre, April 14 -19, 2009.

LuPone Joins Patinkin In Ohio For 'An Evening' 5/5-5/17
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 27, 2009


Finally appearing together again after their Tony Award® winning performances in Evita, Patti LuPone joins Mandy Patinkin onstage for An Evening with Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin. These Broadway legends will bring their critically acclaimed theatre concert to the Palace Theatre at PlayhouseSquare for 16 performances only, May 5 - 17, 2009.

John Lithgow to Appear w/ Patti LuPone on March 5's 30 ROCK on NBC
by Robert Diamond - Mar 5, 2009


BroadwayWorld.com recently reported that Patti LuPone has been cast on 30 Rock to play the mother 'of Judah Friedlander's... well, um, unique Frank'. NBC has announced that also guesting on the March 5 episode will be John Lithgow.

Patti LuPone's Guest Starring Role on NBC's 30 Rock Airs 3/5
by BWW News Desk - Mar 5, 2009


Entertainment Weekly is reporting that Patti LuPone has been cast on 30 Rock to play the mother 'of Judah Friedlander's... well, um, unique Frank'. There's no word on how many episodes LuPone will appear on of the hit show.

Patti LuPone's Appearance on WOR's 'JOAN HAMBURG SHOW' Now Online
by Eddie Varley - Mar 3, 2009


The dynamic acting icon Patti LuPone was featured on WOR's 'Joan Hamburg Show' this morning, March 3rd, LuPone chatted about her upcoming appearance on 30 ROCK as well her recent and already legendary run on Broadway in GYPSY.

John Lithgow to Appear w/ Patti LuPone on March 5's 30 ROCK on NBC
by Robert Diamond - Feb 23, 2009


BroadwayWorld.com recently reported that Patti LuPone has been cast on 30 Rock to play the mother 'of Judah Friedlander's... well, um, unique Frank'. NBC has announced that also guesting on the March 5 episode will be John Lithgow.

Sunset Boulevard FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs in Sunset Boulevard and what's the order?
Prologue
Let's Have Lunch
Surrender
With One Look
Salome
The Greatest Star of All
Girl Meets Boy
New Ways to Dream
The Lady's Paying
The Perfect Year
This Time Next Year
Sunset Boulevard
As If We Never Said Goodbye
Eternal Youth is Worth a Little Suffering
Too Much in Love to Care
My Resolution
Every Movie's a Circus

Sunset Boulevard History

Other Productions of Sunset Boulevard

1993   West End Original London Production
West End
1993   Regional (US) Los Angeles Production
Regional (US)
1994   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1995   Canada Toronto Production
Canada
1996   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
1998   US Tour 2nd National Tour
US Tour
2004   London Fringe London Concert Revival
London Fringe
2016   West End English National Opera West End Revival
West End
2017   Broadway Broadway Revival Production
Broadway
2023   West End
West End
2024   Broadway Broadway Revival Production
Broadway

Sunset Boulevard - 1994 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1995 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Don Black
1995 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Christopher Hampton
1995 Tony Awards Best Choreography Bob Avian
1995 Tony Awards Best Costume Design Anthony Powell
1995 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Trevor Nunn
1995 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design Andrew Bridge
1995 Tony Awards Best Musical The Really Useful Company
1995 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Andrew Lloyd Webber
1995 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Don Black
1995 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Christopher Hampton
1995 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical George Hearn
1995 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Alan Campbell
1995 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Glenn Close
1995 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design John Napier

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