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Opened: November 17, 1981
Closing: December 12, 1981

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Fictionalized account of the life of Jackie Robinson.


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MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG on Broadway- A Complete Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Oct 20, 2023


Looking for all the latest info on one of Broadway's hottest shows? BroadwayWorld has the full scoop on everything that you need to know about Merrily We Roll Along on Broadway. Check out all the details here!

FORBIDDEN SONDHEIM: MERRILY WE STOLE A SONG to Open at Green Fig Cabaret Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 19, 2023


Get ready for Gerard Alessandrini's latest creation, Forbidden Sondheim: Merrily We Stole A Song, a spoof and tribute to the late Stephen Sondheim. The show starts on October 27th at the new Green Fig Cabaret Theater in the Yotel. Don't miss this hilarious and entertaining production!

New York City Center Unveils Sol LeWitt's Wall Drawing #357
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 19, 2023


New York City Center unveils work by Sol LeWitt not seen in New York since 1981. Wall Drawing #357 on view in the Grand Tier Lobby.

Feature: NÄSS at Harbourfront Centre
by Ilana Lucas - Oct 19, 2023


This year’s Harbourfront’s TORQUE dance series opens October 26-28 with Fouad Boussouf’s NÄSS (Arabic for “people”), inspired by his childhood in Morocco and revolutionary Moroccan musicians Nass el Ghiwane. BroadwayWorld spoke to Boussouf about the piece, its world travels before reaching Toronto, and its and ever-changing nature.

Review: MEETINGS, Orange Tree Theatre
by Mica Blackwell - Oct 19, 2023


As The Statesman says, the late Mustapha Matura was “the most perceptive and humane of Black dramatists writing in Britain. His 1981 satire Meetings can be proof of that, first opening Off-Broadway and now making its first major 21st-century UK return to the Orange Tree Theatre. In his directorial debut, JMK Young Directors Award winner Kalungi Ssebandeke’s production proves why this classic remains hilarious as ever.

The 92nd Street Y at the Kaufmann Concert Hall To Present Violinist Gil Shaham and Pianist Akira Eguchi
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 18, 2023


Gil Shaham, violin with Akira Eguchi, piano, will be performing at the 92nd Street Y in New York on November 17, 2023. The concert will feature a repertoire including Faure's A-Major Sonata and Avner Dorman's 'Nigunim.' Don't miss this must-see concert for violin music lovers.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 19th, 2023
by - Oct 19, 2023


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 19, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

ABBA Celebrates the 40th Anniversary of 'The Visitors'
by Michael Major - Oct 18, 2023


On March 16, 1981, Björn, Benny and their four trusted backing musicians – Lasse Wellander (guitar), Rutger Gunnarsson (bass), Ola Brunkert (drums), and Åke Sundqvist (percussion) -– entered Polar Music Studios together with engineer Michael B. Tretow to start work on the first batch of backing tracks for ABBA’s eighth studio album.

The Alexander String Quartet to Release Third Volume of Mozart Chamber Music Recordings
by Michael Major - Oct 17, 2023


The Alexander String Quartet continues its series of Mozart's chamber music with Volume Three, featuring the String Quintets with the ASQ's violist emeritus Paul Yarbrough. This installment follows the 2018 and 2019 releases of the late string quartets and piano quartets (with Joyce Yang).

MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG: A [Backwards] History of Old Friends
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2023


Go inside the complete history of Stephen Sondheim and George Furth's Merrily We Roll Along, playing at Broadway's Hudson Theatre now!

RUTHLESS! Comes to NCTC in December
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2023


 In December, New Conservatory Theatre Center will close out 2023 with a grand finale - Marvin Laird and Joel Paley’s razor-sharp and outrageously funny Outer Critics Circle and Drama Desk Award-winning hit, RUTHLESS!, directed by Dyan McBride.

American Premiere of LIFE & TIMES OF MICHAEL K is Coming to St. Ann's Warehouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 11, 2023


Don't miss the American premiere of 'Life & Times of Michael K,' a stunning puppet theater production that received rave reviews at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Find out the dates and venue for this highly acclaimed show at St. Ann's Warehouse.

~X~ Announces Annual X-MAS Tour 2023
by Michael Major - Oct 10, 2023


Iconic Los Angeles band, X, release dates for their annual December X-Mas west coast run. The tour begins December 11 in Seattle before running down the west coast hitting Portland, several Bay Area stops in Roseville, Santa Cruz and Monterey before making it back to hometown LA for a pair of shows at the Roxy on December 18 & 19.

Review Roundup: MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Revival Officially Opens; What Did the Critics Think?
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2023


Read the reviews for the revival of Merrily We Roll Along, which officially opens tonight, following Sunday night's opening celebration!

Nancy Karp + Dancers Unveils 2024 Season With Musical Guests Friction Quartet
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2023


Nancy Karp + Dancers announces its 2024 season at the Taube Atrium Theater in San Francisco. The program includes a world premiere set to music by Samuel Adams and the revival of 'fly through the night...' with music by David A. Jaffe. Don't miss the live musical accompaniment by Friction Quartet. April 6 - 7, 2024. Sat. at 8 p.m., Sun. at 3 p.m.

DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE to Play North Coast Repertory Theatre Beginning This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 7, 2023


Experience the Halloween spirit with North Coast Repertory Theatre's production of 'DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE,' adapted from Robert Louis Stevenson's novella. Directed by Shana Wride, performances run from Oct. 18 to Nov. 12, 2023.

OMD Share 'Verushka' Single From 'Bauhaus Staircase' LP
by Michael Major - Oct 6, 2023


OMD shares 'Verushka' single and video, announces UK headline tour and performance at Darker Waves Fest in LA. Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark (OMD) have sold over 40 million records worldwide, establishing them as electronic synthesiser pioneers and one of Britain's best-loved pop groups.

Steve Hackett Announces First Vinyl Release Of 'To Watch The Storms' & 'Wild Orchids'
by Michael Major - Oct 6, 2023


Steve Hackett announces the first ever vinyl release of his albums 'To Watch The Storms' and 'Wild Orchids.' Find out more about this exciting release.

Jazz Legend Wynton Marsalis Returns to the Lied With the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2023


The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis will perform at the Lied Center on Sunday, October 22 at 4:00pm. Learn more about the upcoming concert and find out how to get tickets here!

Central Scotland Documentary Festival Returns This Fall
by Michael Major - Oct 5, 2023


Central Scotland Documentary Festival is returning to engage audiences with thought-provoking films and discussions. 30 films are set to be screened at venues across Stirling including Macrobert's Filmhouse, Macrobert Moviehouse Plean and debuting this year - The Engine Shed.

Renowned Pianist Ian Hobson to Continue Robert Schumann Cycle with MARCHES AND ETUDES Marches and Etudes Program at Tenri Cultural Institute
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2023


Don't miss renowned pianist Ian Hobson as he continues his Robert Schumann Cycle with a captivating 'Marches and Etudes' program at Tenri Cultural Institute in New York. Discover the concert details and program highlights in this article.

Chamber Music Marin Kicks-Off 2023/24 Chamber Music Concert Series With International Pianist Ilya Yakushev, October 8
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 2, 2023


Chamber Music Marin presents the 2023-24 Chamber Music Concert Series featuring internationally acclaimed classical musicians.

Ministry & Gary Numan To Bring One-Night-Only Performance To The Theater At Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2023


Get ready for an unforgettable night of industrial metal music as Ministry and Gary Numan bring their 2024 North American Tour to The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. Don't miss this exclusive one-night-only performance on April 4th. Tickets go on sale this Friday, October 6th at 10 a.m. PST.

A TIME FOR EVERY PURPOSE Sets Digital Debut for October
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 30, 2023


A TIME FOR EVERY PURPOSE, a gritty and evocative drama, is set to make its digital debut on October 17 for North American VOD and DVD.

Pacific Chorale Opens Season With VOICES OF LIGHT / THE PASSION OF JOAN OF ARC A Stunning Evening Of Music And Film
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2023


Join Pacific Chorale for a captivating evening of music and film. Experience Richard Einhorn's 'Voices of Light' performed live to 'The Passion of Joan of Arc' on October 7th at Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. RSVP by October 5th for tickets.

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The First - 1981 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1982 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Lonette McKee
1982 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Set Design David Chapman
1982 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Set Design David Chapman
1982 The Hewes Awards Scenic Design David Chapman

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