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The Irish...and How They Got That Way Revival 2010

Run Time:
1 hour and 50 minutes, with one intermission
Opened: July 22, 2010
Closing: September 26, 2010

The Irish...and How They Got That Way - 2010 Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Irish Repertory Theatre
132 West 22nd St.(between 6th & 7th Aves) New York, NY 10011

THE IRISH…AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY is an irreverent history of the Irish through the tumultuous 20th and 21st centuries through the eyes of Pulitzer Prize winning author, Frank McCourt (Angela’s Ashes, 'Tis, Teacher Man).



McCourt’s razor sharp wit, coupled with his trademark bitter irony, and his boundless love for the Irish People are all underscored by glorious music extending all the way from the auld Irish folk ballades, through George M. Cohan’s patriotic love songs to America, World War II standards sung in movies, USOs and foxholes all over the world, and including the latest from contemporary Ireland’s U2.


The Irish...and How They Got That Way - 2010 - Off-Broadway Cast

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Warner Stage Company Presents THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY
by Julie Musbach - Feb 21, 2018


The Warner Stage Company will present Frank McCourt's THE IRISH…AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY, a musical celebration of Irish heritage filled to the brim with humor, stories and heart, in the Nancy Marine Studio Theatre March 10-18. Due to popular demand, an additional performance has been added onThursday, March 15 at 8 pm. Slainte! 

THE IRISH AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY Comes to GBSC
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2018


Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with Greater Boston Stage Company at The Irish and How They Got That Way, created by Pulitzer Prize winning author, Frank McCourt (Angela's Ashes). This musical revue is a celebration of a heritage that confronts adversity with determination, good humor, and a love of life. McCourt's wit, insight and boundless love for the Irish are underscored by music extending from the auld Irish folk ballads to World War II standards, and beyond. Directed by Dawn Simmons, performances run March 8 - 25, 2018. The Press Opening is Saturday, March 10, 2018 at 3:00pm.

BWW Review: THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY at Fulton Theatre
by Rich Mehrenberg - Jan 26, 2018


Only a week ago, in my review of The Mousetrap, I praised the Fulton in their decision to bring a drama back to the mainstage. I will now 'double-down', and share how much fun it was to attend a musical in their intimate fourth floor theater.

Photo Flash: Inside Fulton Theatre's THE IRISH... AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY
by Julie Musbach - Jan 25, 2018


The nationally regarded Fulton Theatre is proud to present this jovial celebration of The Irish And How They Got That Way, January 23 now extended through February 25. Join us for a fun-filled time as we explore the ways of the Irish and how they have fit into the tapestry of America over the past 150 years.

Fulton Theatre Opens THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY
by Rebecca Russo - Jan 23, 2018


The nationally regarded Fulton Theatre is proud to present this jovial celebration of The Irish And How They Got That Way, January 23 now extended through February 25. Join us for a fun-filled time as we explore the ways of the Irish and how they have fit into the tapestry of America over the past 150 years.

THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY Comes to the Warner Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 2, 2018


The Warner Stage Company will present Frank McCourt's THE IRISH AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY, a musical celebration of Irish heritage filled to the brim with humor, stories and heart, in the Nancy Marine Studio Theatre March 10-18, 2018.

Photo Flash: First Look at Frank McCourt's THE IRISH AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY, a Co-Production of MSMT and Portland Stage
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - Aug 15, 2016


Two of Maine's most revered cultural institutions, Portland Stage in Portland and Maine State Music Theatre (MSMT) in Brunswick, are pleased to announce their co-production of Frank McCourt's THE IRISH... AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY.  BroadwayWorld brings you a first look below!

Portland Stage and MSMT Team for THE IRISH AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY
by BWW News Desk - Aug 10, 2016


Two of Maine's most revered cultural institutions, Portland Stage in Portland and Maine State Music Theatre (MSMT) in Brunswick, are pleased to announce their co-production of Frank McCourt's THE IRISH... AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY.

BWW Review: THE IRISH... AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY... at Seventh Sister
by Marakay Rogers - Mar 19, 2016


Singing! Dancing! Playing the washboard! Joy, mirth, and the Great Potato Famine mingle with the Civil War and coal strikes in Frank McCourt's classic revue

BWW Review: FRANK MCCOURT'S THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY
by Nancy Grossman - Feb 3, 2013


A little bit of Irish history and a lot of Irish music comprise THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY at the Davis Square Theatre in Somerville. A multi-talented ensemble of three women and three men sing and dance their way through Frank McCourt's wide swath of history on both sides of the pond.

THE IRISH AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY Plays Somerville's Davis Square Theatre, Now thru 3/17
by BWW News Desk - Jan 24, 2013


Written by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Frank McCourt (Angela's Ashes, 'Tis), The Irish and How They Got That Way tells the story of the Irish experience on both sides of the pond. It's imbued with McCourt's unique humor and draws on his personal experience as an Irish-American. Told through a revue of songs, this sometime irreverent but always loving look at the Irish people includes such immortals as "Danny Boy," "The Rose of Tralee, and "Harrigan"-the works of George M. Cohan including "Give My Regards to Broadway," "You're A Grand Ole Flag" and "I'm A Yankee Doodle Dandy"-to music from modern-day Irish rockers U2.

THE IRISH AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY Opens at Somerville's Davis Square Theatre, 1/24-3/17
by Samantha Vega - Dec 13, 2012


Written by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Frank McCourt (Angela's Ashes, 'Tis), The Irish and How They Got That Way tells the story of the Irish experience on both sides of the pond. It's imbued with McCourt's unique humor and draws on his personal experience as an Irish-American. Told through a revue of songs, this sometime irreverent but always loving look at the Irish people includes such immortals as "Danny Boy," "The Rose of Tralee, and "Harrigan"-the works of George M. Cohan including "Give My Regards to Broadway," "You're A Grand Ole Flag" and "I'm A Yankee Doodle Dandy"-to music from modern-day Irish rockers U2.

Ivoryton Playhouse Presents THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY, 3/16-4/3
by BWW News Desk - Apr 3, 2011


The long winter is almost over and the green of spring is showing up all over the Shoreline. But nowhere will it be more Emerald Green that at the Ivoryton Playhouse when the 100th birthday season opens on March 16th with Frank McCourt's perennially popular The Irish...and How They Got That Way. First produced at the Playhouse in 2007, the show was such a tremendous success that extra performances had to be added and we are thrilled to bring it back as part of our Centennial year.

Ivoryton Playhouse Presents THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY, 3/16-4/3
by Meghan Schuler - Mar 16, 2011


The long winter is almost over and the green of spring is showing up all over the Shoreline. But nowhere will it be more Emerald Green that at the Ivoryton Playhouse when the 100th birthday season opens on March 16th with Frank McCourt's perennially popular The Irish...and How They Got That Way. First produced at the Playhouse in 2007, the show was such a tremendous success that extra performances had to be added and we are thrilled to bring it back as part of our Centennial year.

Ivoryton Playhouse Presents THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY, 3/16-4/3
by BWW News Desk - Mar 16, 2011


The long winter is almost over and the green of spring is showing up all over the Shoreline. But nowhere will it be more Emerald Green that at the Ivoryton Playhouse when the 100th birthday season opens on March 16th with Frank McCourt's perennially popular THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY. First produced at the Playhouse in 2007, the show was such a tremendous success that extra performances had to be added and we are thrilled to bring it back as part of our Centennial year.

Ivoryton Playhouse Presents THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY, 3/16-4/3
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 28, 2011


The long winter is almost over and the green of spring is showing up all over the Shoreline. But nowhere will it be more Emerald Green that at the Ivoryton Playhouse when the 100th birthday season opens on March 16th with Frank McCourt's perennially popular THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY. First produced at the Playhouse in 2007, the show was such a tremendous success that extra performances had to be added and we are thrilled to bring it back as part of our Centennial year.

Irish Rep's THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY to Close 9/26
by BWW News Desk - Sep 26, 2010


The Irish Repertory Theatre's hit revival THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Frank McCourt ('Angela's Ashes') will close on September 26, 2010. The production is Directed by Charlotte Moore, who helmed the recent Broadway concert version of BRIGADOON.

Irish Rep's THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY to Close 9/26
by BWW News Desk - Sep 1, 2010


The Irish Repertory Theatre's hit revival THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Frank McCourt ('Angela's Ashes') will close on September 26, 2010. The production is Directed by Charlotte Moore, who helmed the recent Broadway concert version of BRIGADOON.

Irish Rep Extends THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY Thru 9/26
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 11, 2010


The Irish Repertory Theatre announces the extension of its hit revival THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Frank McCourt ('Angela's Ashes') Directed by Charlotte Moore, who helmed the recent Broadway concert version of BRIGADOON.

Photo Flash: THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY At Irish Rep
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 22, 2010


Frank McCourt's THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY is an irreverent but affectionate history of the Irish in America that mingles laughter and sentiment in a tapestry of classical songs and stories.

Irish Rep Honors Frank McCourt With THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY, 7/22
by BWW News Desk - Jul 22, 2010


Honoring the one-year anniversary of the passing of Frank McCourt, The Irish Repertory Theatre presents a special engagement of THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Frank McCourt ('Angela's Ashes'). Directed by Charlotte Moore

Irish Rep Honors Frank McCourt With THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY 7/14
by BWW News Desk - Jul 14, 2010


Honoring the one-year anniversary of the passing of Frank McCourt, The Irish Repertory Theatre presents a special engagement of THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Frank McCourt ('Angela's Ashes'). Directed by Charlotte Moore

Irish Rep Honors Frank McCourt With THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 28, 2010


Honoring the one-year anniversary of the passing of Frank McCourt, The Irish Repertory Theatre presents a special engagement of THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Frank McCourt ('Angela's Ashes'). Directed by Charlotte Moore

Irish Rep Honors Frank McCourt With THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY 7/14
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 21, 2010


Honoring the one-year anniversary of the passing of Frank McCourt, The Irish Repertory Theatre presents a special engagement of THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Frank McCourt ('Angela's Ashes'). Directed by Charlotte Moore

McCourt's THE IRISH AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY Ends Run At Kimmel Center, 4/18
by BWW News Desk - Apr 18, 2010


The popular, uplifting musical celebration of all things Irish-The Irish...And How They Got That Way, returned to the Kimmel Center January 7 and was set to run through February 28 at the Kimmel's Innovation Studio. The show was extended and will close April 18th.

The Irish...and How They Got That Way History

Other Productions of The Irish...and How They Got That Way

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2010   Off-Broadway Irish Repertory Theatre Production
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