The Importance 1984 - Articles Page 9

Opened: May 31, 1984
Closing: unknown

The Importance - 1984 - West End History , Info & More

Ambassadors Theatre
West St, West End, London WC2H 9ND, United Kingdom London

Based on The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde


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The Importance - 1984 - West End Articles Page 9

Megan McGinnis-Led SENSE AND SENSIBILITY Begins Tonight at The Old Globe
by BWW News Desk - Jul 6, 2016


The Old Globe presents the West Coast premiere of Paul Gordon's delightfully romantic new musical SENSE AND SENSIBILITY, developed with Rick Boynton and presented in association with Chicago Shakespeare Theater, where it was commissioned and had its world premiere in April 2015.

Cathy Tyson To Lead THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST at Birmingham Rep and Leicester Curve
by Marianka Swain - Jun 30, 2016


Today, Curve Artistic Director, Nikolai Foster, announces the cast for his production of THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST. BAFTA and Golden Globe-nominated actress Cathy Tyson will star as the iconic Lady Bracknell in Foster's stylish reimagining of Wilde's much-loved comedy. Cathy is best known for her role in the multi-award winning film Mona Lisa, classic ITV drama series Band of Gold and her stage work with the RSC and Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse.

LOST WEST END 2 Album to be Released in July
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 24, 2016


Following the critically acclaimed release of LOST WEST END in 2015, an album highlighted in The Sunday Times as an "Essential New Release"; Stage Door Records are pleased to continue the album series with the release of LOST WEST END 2 on July 29.

Megan McGinnis to Star in SENSE AND SENSIBILITY at The Old Globe; Cast, Creatives Set!
by BWW News Desk - Jun 21, 2016


The Old Globe has announced the complete cast and creative team for the West Coast premiere of Paul Gordon's delightfully romantic new musical SENSE AND SENSIBILITY, developed with Rick Boynton and presented in association with Chicago Shakespeare Theater, where it was commissioned and had its world premiere in April 2015.

BWW Special: Summer Preview Picks for San Antonio
by Backstage Bunny - Jun 6, 2016


Two world premieres - My Name Was Dorian...Dorian Gray' at the Overtime Theatre, and 'Cinderella's Makeover at PASA' - are two of the summer preview picks for San Antonio..

Music Theater Kansas City's THE LAST FIVE YEARS Begins Today
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2016


After 25 years of offering steady, top-quality musicals performed by the city's top youth talent, Music Theatre Kansas City (MTKC) will introduce its first paid-professional production with The Last Five Years at Union Station City Stage and the start of the longtime local theater company's expansion into professional-level performances.

Cirque du Soleil Employees Showcase Art in THE COLLECTIVE Exhibition at Eden Gallery
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2016


In a continued effort to nurture artistic expression and development within its employees, the Global Citizenship Service at Cirque du Soleil will host its 11th annual art exhibition, The Collective, featuring artwork by the company's performers, technicians and support staff in Las Vegas.

Cirque du Soleil Employees to Showcase Art in THE COLLECTIVE Exhibition at Eden Gallery
by BWW News Desk - May 9, 2016


In a continued effort to nurture artistic expression and development within its employees, the Global Citizenship Service at Cirque du Soleil will host its 11th annual art exhibition, The Collective, featuring artwork by the company's performers, technicians and support staff in Las Vegas.

Music Theater Kansas City Expands Its Offerings to Include Professional Production of THE LAST FIVE YEARS
by Louisa Brady - Apr 24, 2016


After 25 years of offering steady, top-quality musicals performed by the city's top youth talent, Music Theatre Kansas City (MTKC) will introduce its first paid-professional production with The Last Five Years at Union Station City Stage and the start of the longtime local theater company's expansion into professional-level performances.

Check Out The Complete Video Playlist For The Hit Concert Series IF IT ONLY EVEN RUNS A MINUTE
by Michael Dale - Apr 21, 2016


How many of these great songs do you know from underappreciated musicals?

Regina Taylor, HBO & More to be Honored at Chicago International Television Awards
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 29, 2016


Cinema/Chicago and the Chicago International Film Festival honor the best in television programming and commercials at the 52nd Chicago International Television Awards April 20, 2016. Capping off a newly programmed three-day event of special screenings and panel discussions celebrating the importance and excellence in work being created for television, the annual awards ceremony will pay special tribute to some of the most respected, acclaimed personalities and entities working in television today. Receiving special awards this year are Director, Playwright and Emmy Award-Winning Actor Regina Taylor; Entertainment Reporter Janet Davies; Entertainment Reporter Bill Zwecker; and HBO. The celebratory evening, hosted by WGN's Dan Ponce and Robin Robinson, begins at 6 p.m. with a cocktail reception at Lucky Strike Lounge (322 E. Illinois St.) followed by the Awards Ceremony at 7:30 p.m.

'IN THE WAKE' Exhibition to Mark 5th Anniversary of Japan's Earthquake at Japan Society
by BWW News Desk - Mar 11, 2016


Japan Society Gallery in New York will present IN THE WAKE: Japanese Photographers Respond to 3/11 opening today, March 11, 2016, five years to the day since an enormous earthquake and tsunami struck northeast Japan, devastating coastal regions and setting off nuclear power plant failure.

'IN THE WAKE' Exhibition to Mark 5th Anniversary of Japan's Earthquake at Japan Society
by BWW News Desk - Feb 25, 2016


Japan Society Gallery in New York will present IN THE WAKE: Japanese Photographers Respond to 3/11 opening on Friday, March 11, 2016, five years to the day since an enormous earthquake and tsunami struck northeast Japan, devastating coastal regions and setting off nuclear power plant failure.

Playwright Richard Wesley Signs New Anthology at The Drama Book Shop Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 18, 2016


The Drama Book Shop will host playwright Richard Wesley, who will be discussing and signing his new anthology tonight, February 18th at 6:00pm.

BWW Review: THE IMPORTANCE Original Studio Cast Recording
by Jenny Ell - Feb 16, 2016


Originally staged in 1984, The Importance remains the only musical adaptation of Oscar Wilde's The Importance of Being Earnest to run in London. After a limited run here, the production found a new lease of life in Peterborough two years later under a different title, Born in a Handbag. This recording has been a labour of love with over twenty years in production and is being released by Stage Door Records at the end of this month.

Playwright Richard Wesley to Sign New Anthology at The Drama Book Shop
by BWW News Desk - Feb 12, 2016


The Drama Book Shop will host playwright Richard Wesley, who will be discussing and signing his new anthology on Thursday, February 18th at 6:00pm. 

NELL GWYNN, Starring Gemma Arterton, Opens in the West End Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 12, 2016


The West End transfer of Jessica Swale's new play NELL GWYNN, directed by Christopher Luscombe, opens tonight 12 February 2016.

NELL GWYNN, Starring Gemma Arterton, Begins Tonight in the West End
by BWW News Desk - Feb 4, 2016


The West End transfer of Jessica Swale's new play NELL GWYNN, directed by Christopher Luscombe, begins tonight 4 February 2016.

West End THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Cast Album to be Released in February
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 22, 2016


Stage Door Records are pleased to announce that the previously unreleased studio cast recording of the 1984 West End musical 'The Importance' will be released on February 26th, 2016. The CD release continues Stage Door's commitment to preserve 'lost' British theatre scores of the past 50 years.

Full Cast Announced for West End Transfer of NELL GWYNN, Starring Gemma Arterton
by BWW News Desk - Jan 11, 2016


BroadwayWorld is excited to report complete casting for the West End transfer of Jessica Swale's new play NELL GWYNN, directed by Christopher Luscombe.

New York Philharmonic Sets 2015-16 Season of New-Music Series CONTACT!
by BWW News Desk - Nov 6, 2015


Entering its seventh season in 2015-16, CONTACT!, the Philharmonic's new-music series, will extend its reach across New York City through a new partnership with National Sawdust (formerly Original Music Workshop), a new, non-profit, state-of-the-art music venue opening in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, in October 2015.

Roger Rees Public Memorial to Be Held Today at the New Amsterdam Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Sep 21, 2015


A memorial tribute will be held for Roger Rees, the legendary Tony Award-winning actor, and Tony Award nominated director, today, September 21 at 1:00 PM at the New Amsterdam Theatre (214 W 42nd Street, NYC). 

Cal Shakes Continues 41st Season with THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Aug 12, 2015


California Shakespeare Theater continues its 2015 season with groundbreaking playwright Charles Ludlam's high-camp homage to the horror genre, The Mystery of Irma Vep. Directed by Jonathan Moscone in his final production as Cal Shakes Artistic Director, and featuring Danny Scheie and Liam Vincent, The Mystery of Irma Vep plays at the Bruns Amphitheater from tonight, August 12 through September 6.

THE BATTLE OF LEGNANO, AIDA and More Set for Sarasota Opera's 2015-16 Season; Casting Announced!
by BWW News Desk - Jul 28, 2015


Sarasota Opera is proud to announce casting for the 2015-2016 fall and winter season, truly the most climactic in the company's 57 year history. The season will feature the final two installments of the 28 year Verdi Cycle – The Battle of Legnano and Aida- in a grand spectacle of music, vocal prowess, awe-inspiring choruses, sumptuous scenery, and luxurious costumes. In addition, the company will present Beethoven's only opera, Fidelio, and Mozart's comedic Così fan tutte.

Cal Shakes to Continue 41st Season with THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP, 8/12-9/6
by BWW News Desk - Jul 24, 2015


California Shakespeare Theater continues its 2015 season with groundbreaking playwright Charles Ludlam's high-camp homage to the horror genre, The Mystery of Irma Vep. Directed by Jonathan Moscone in his final production as Cal Shakes Artistic Director, and featuring Danny Scheie and Liam Vincent, The Mystery of Irma Vep plays at the Bruns Amphitheater from August 12 through September 6.

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