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The Show-Off 1978

Opened: April 25, 1978
Closing: July 16, 1978

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How a Single TikTok Changed the Game for an Obscure Off-Broadway Show
by Joey Sims - Oct 7, 2024


OBIE Award-winning experimental troupe Hoi Polloi are accustomed, even following 17 years of acclaimed work, to banking on strong reviews for selling out their shows. For the company’s last production, it only took a single TikTok. Find out more about how it went down!

THE CHRISTINE JORGENSEN SHOW Will Return Off-Broadway This Fall
by Stephi Wild - Aug 15, 2024


The Christine Jorgensen Show, the acclaimed musical production that played to sold-out audiences last spring at 59E59 Theatres, will return to New York for a limited engagement at HERE (145 6th Ave) from Thursday, October 10, 2024 to Sunday, November 17, 2024. 

The Ballard Institute Kicks Off Its Summer Puppet Show Series Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jun 20, 2024


The Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry at the University of Connecticut will present its 2024 Summertime Saturday Puppet Show Series with free, family-friendly puppet shows on three consecutive Saturdays in July and August at 11 a.m. on Betsy Paterson Square in Downtown Storrs.

Niall Horan Kicks Off North American Leg of 'The Show'
by Josh Sharpe - May 29, 2024


Tonight, Niall Horan kicks off the North American leg of “THE SHOW” LIVE ON TOUR 2024 at Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, FL. The run includes sold-out shows at New York City’s Madison Square Garden (June 13 and 14) and The Kia Forum in Inglewood, CA (July 27 and 28). He’ll be performing songs from each of his three solo albums, including The Show. See the full lineup here!

Video: Jackie Burns and the Cast of BURLESQUE THE MUSICAL Show Off Their Best Burlesque!
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2024


Burlesque the Musical, the first ever stage adaptation of Steven Antin’s movie Burlesque, is headed for the stage! See the cast of the show, featuring Broadway's Jackie Burns, as they show off their best burlesque moves ahead of their June opening! See the video.

Sofi Grosso, made her theater debut as the leading dancer in the Off-Broadway Brazilian show 'Barba.'
by Felicitas de la Fare - Apr 15, 2024


Barba, produced by Luis Salgado from Revolución Latina, has been acclaimed as a remarkable theatrical achievement. It was staged at the prestigious Pregones Theatre in The Bronx, venue that through the years had attracted notable figures such as  Barack Obama to witness its original performances.

EMANUELE Fiore: A MODERN DANCER FROM ITALY DEBUTS IN THE OFF-BROADWAY SHOW 'SEMPREVERDE'
by Felicitas de la Fare - Apr 2, 2024


What did our critic think of EMANUELE: A MODERN DANCER FROM ITALY DEBUTS IN THE OFF-BROADWAY SHOW 'SEMPREVERDE' at NY And NJ?

Marc Summers Will Bring Interactive Solo Show THE LIFE AND SLIMES OF MARC SUMMERS Off-Broadway in 2024
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2023


Television host Marc Summers will bring his interactive solo show, The Life And Slimes Of Marc Summers, to New World Stages next year. The production is written by Alex Brightman with music by Drew Gasparini.

Video: MAMMA MIA!'s Next Stars Show Off Their Moves on the Latest I HAVE A DREAM
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 21, 2023


Check out video highlights from the fifth episode of MAMMA MIA! I Have a Dream, for which the contestants had to show off their best dance moves!

Eric Bean Brings OFF STRIP'D Charity Cabaret Show and Costume Party to The Space
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2023


Get ready to don your favorite Halloween costumes and fundraise while enjoying a night of entertainment as Eric Bean presents OFF STRIP'D.

THE FAIRY SHOW to Kick Off A Foolish 5th Year Anniversary Season in November
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 14, 2023


Join The Fairy Show for a magical night of love, laughter, and Shakespearean mischief. This immersive fundraising event by Foolish Production Co. celebrates their 5th anniversary and Shakespeare's First Folio. Get all the details here!

THE CHER SHOW Will Kick Off National Tour in November
by Stephi Wild - Sep 7, 2023


A brand-new production of the Tony Award-winning musical The Cher Show will hit the road this year! Learn more about the full tour route, ticket information, and more!

RACHEL BLOOM: DEATH, LET ME DO MY SHOW, PAY THE WRITER & More Lead Top Off-Broadway Shows for September
by Team BWW - Sep 1, 2023


What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is helping you pick what to see next by rounding up our top recommended theatre each month.

Jason Kravits Will Make Joe's Pub Debut July 14th With Smash Hit Show OFF THE TOP!
by Stephen Mosher - Jun 12, 2023


OFF the TOP! with JASON KRAVITS, the Award-Winning Completely Improvised Cabaret, Heads Downtown to JOE'S PUB on July 14th at 7 pm

The Barn Theatre Kicks Off Season With THE GREAT BIG BAR SHOW
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2023


On June 6, the Barn Theatre kicks off its 77th season with THE GREAT BIG BAR SHOW, a musical cabaret that will play through June 18 in the Rehearsal Shed Lounge.

BLAST OFF! (TO SPACE) THE SHOW Comes To The Brooklyn Children's Museum For A Limited Run
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2023


You've just been promoted to a space shuttle crew member! Get ready to travel to space and encounter aliens in writer/performer Mélissa Smith's new interactive theatre piece BLAST OFF! (to space) The Show.

THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR SHOW Extends Off-Broadway Through Early July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2023


The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show will be extended off Broadway and tickets are now on sale through July 2nd.

Show Of The Month: Save up to 52% on THE GREAT BRITISH BAKE OFF MUSICAL
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Mar 14, 2023


Show of the Month: Save up to 52% on The Great British Bake Off Musical 

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, GAZILLION BUBBLE SHOW & More Will Take Part in Off Broadway Alliance's 20at20
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 7, 2023


The Off Broadway Alliance will again sponsor 20at20, the bi-annual celebration of Off Broadway and a full line-up has just been revealed. Check out the full list of participating shows!

Billy Martin Solo Show Starts Things Off At The Black Box's New Englewood Location
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2023


Tickets are now on sale another 'soft- opening' event at The Black Box's new Englewood space, located on the 2nd Floor at 8 East Palisade Ave.

THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR SHOW Off-Broadway to Launch Digital Lottery
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 9, 2023


The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show is launching a digital lottery! Performances will begin tomorrow, February 10th at the off-Broadway DR2 Theatre.

Nicky Silver Play Reading And Billy Martin Solo Show Start Things Off At The Black Box's New Englewood Location
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2023


Tickets are now on sale for two 'soft- opening' events at The Black Box's new Englewood space.

Show of the Week: Save up to 52% on NOISES OFF
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 30, 2023


Theatre Royal Bath Productions present Felicity Kendal, Jonathan Coy, Matthew Kelly and Tracy-Ann Oberman in the fortieth anniversary production of one of the greatest British comedies ever written.

THE DAILY SHOW Kicks Off Next Chapter With Guest Host Leslie Jones Tonight
by Michael Major - Jan 17, 2023


The comedian and actress’ debut tonight kicks off the roster of comedy greats and all-star correspondent guest hosting the award winning late night show in the coming weeks. Tonight’s guest is Morris Chestnut (The Best Man: The Final Chapters). Watch videos of Leslie Jones preparing to host the show now!

THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR SHOW Begins Performances Off-Broadway Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 11, 2023


The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show will begin performances off-Broadway on February 10, 2023. Opening night will be February 27, 2023. Performances will take place at the DR2 Theatre, 101 East 15th Street in Union Square.

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