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

The First - 1981 - Broadway History , Info & More

Martin Beck Theatre
302 W. 45th St. New York, NY 10036

Fictionalized account of the life of Jackie Robinson.


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Philadelphia Coming Out Parade Unveils Line-Up With Giselle Fetterman, Robert Drake, and More
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 29, 2023


Philadelphia is ready to make history once again. Pride 365: A Program of Galaei will present the inaugural Philadelphia OURfest: National Coming Out Parade and Festival/Resource Fair, the first National Coming Out Parade in the United States. Get event and lineup information here!

Mehmet Ali Sanlikol & WHATSNEXT?, Jeff Harnar, and More to Play Birdland Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 29, 2023


Live at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will feature a number of exciting performances from top jazz artists this October. Check out the lineup here!

Applications For The New Jersey Theatre Alliance Career Accelerator Program Are Now Open
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 28, 2023


New Jersey Theatre Alliance (“The Alliance”), has announced that applications for the 2024 Career Accelerator Program are now open. 

Ian McKellen Speaks Out Against Use of Trigger Warnings in FRANK AND PERCY
by Stephi Wild - Sep 28, 2023


Ian McKellen has once again spoken out about his dislike for trigger warnings being posted outside of theatres. Find out what he had to say here!

FRANK AND PERCY, Starring Ian McKellen and Roger Allam, Extends at The Other Palace
by Stephi Wild - Sep 27, 2023


With phenomenal demand for tickets and most performances already sold out, producer Bill Kenwright has added two final weeks to the limited season of Ben Weatherill’s new comedy, Frank and Percy, at The Other Palace in London.  Learn more about the show and get tickets to the new performances here!

Fisher Center at Bard to Host Groundbreaking Concert for New Building Designed by Maya Lin
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2023


Discover the groundbreaking concert held at Fisher Center at Bard to commemorate the new architectural masterpiece designed by renowned architect Maya Lin. Get all the details on the concert date, and learn more about the innovative design of the new building.

New Order Announce Los Angeles Show At YouTube Theater In November
by Michael Major - Sep 25, 2023


New Order have announced a show in Los Angeles at YouTube Theater at Hollywood Park on 11/15, with support from Blossoms. This precedes their headlining performance at Darker Waves Festival on 11/18 and follows a run of European dates. Last spring saw New Order give a run of triumphant North American performances.

King Center Announces JERRY SEINFELD- LIVE + RIKI RACHTMAN - ONE FOOT IN THE GUTTER Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 22, 2023


Jerry Seinfeld and Riki Rachtman are coming to the King Center for the Performing Arts on January 26, 2024 for their 'One Foot In The Gutter' Tour. Don't miss this hilarious night of comedy!

Maude Maggart to Present New Show HERE COME THE DREAMERS at Birdland
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2023


BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the singular cabaret artist Maude Maggart in the premiere of her new show “Here Come the Dreamers” on Monday, October 16 at 7:00 PM.

NCTC Performs West Coast Premiere Of Harrison David Rivers' WE ARE CONTINUOUS
by Stephi Wild - Sep 20, 2023


In October, New Conservatory Theatre Center will celebrate the return of critically acclaimed playwright Harrison David Rivers for the West Coast Premiere of his tender and touching new play, we are continuous, directed by ShawnJ West. Learn more about the play and how to get tickets here!

Find Out What Halloween Horror Is Coming to Peacock This October
by Michael Major - Sep 18, 2023


No tricks, just treats. With over 500 titles to explore, Peacock has something to get everyone in the Halloween spirit. Please see below for new and recently added titles as well as a scary line-up of seasonal content. Check out what TV episodes, movies, documentaries, specials and more you can stream on Peacock this October!

Grey Art Gallery at NYU Set to Reopen in Bigger Space and with a New Name
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2023


NYU's Grey Art Gallery is moving to a larger and more visible space at 18 Cooper Square in lower Manhattan.

Boston Playwrights' Theatre to Kick Off 2023-24 Season With MR. PARENT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2023


The first production of Boston Playwrights’ Theatre’s season will be the hilarious and heartbreaking Mr. Parent, written by Melinda Lopez with Maurice Emmanuel Parent, conceived with and directed by BPT Artistic Director Megan Sandberg-Zakian. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Interview: Moses Pendleton talks ALICE coming to Bass Concert Hall
by Joni Lorraine - Sep 16, 2023


An upcoming tour of Momix’s ALICE is headed to Austin next week, and we’re in for a treat. Momix's productions, choreographed and directed by the brilliant Moses Pendleton, have been performed all over the world, captivating audiences with their dreamlike and fantastical storytelling through movement and imagery. 

MEREDITH MONK AT 80 Comes to Munich
by Stephi Wild - Sep 15, 2023


The most comprehensive survey ever of the work of legendary American artist Meredith Monk (b.1942, New York City) will be presented at Haus der Kunst in Munich, opening on 10 November 2023 and running until 3 March 2024. Learn more about the exhibit here!

International Contemporary Ensemble Presents Two World Premieres By Courtney Bryan And Adegoke Steve Colson
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 14, 2023


International Contemporary Ensemble presents “Composing While Black: Volume One,” featuring world premieres of new works by Courtney Bryan and Adegoke Steve Colson on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. at Merkin Hall, along with works by Wendell Logan and Brittany J. Green.

Renowned Pianist Ian Hobson To Continue Robert Schumann Cycle With Program VARIATIONS At Tenri Cultural Institute
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 14, 2023


The immensely versatile and internationally lauded pianist and conductor Ian Hobson will present the sixth concert in his popular Robert Schumann recital series at New York's Tenri Cultural Institute. Learn how to purchase tickets.

International Contemporary Ensemble to Present COMPOSING WHILE BLACK: VOLUME ONE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 14, 2023


International Contemporary Ensemble will present 'Composing While Black: Volume One,' featuring world premieres of new works by Courtney Bryan and Adegoke Steve Colson. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Video: Duran Duran Reveal Music Video for Album Title Track 'Danse Macabre'
by Michael Major - Sep 14, 2023


With creative director Linc Gasking at the helm, this stunning new video clip showcases cutting-edge, AI-driven techniques, some of which were only launched as recently as last weekend. The culmination is a 3D animated masterpiece that, in previous times, would have demanded an entire team, over a year and a substantial budget to produce.

Hello, Gorgeous: FUNNY GIRL is Produced for the First Time in Brazil
by Claudio Erlichman - Sep 13, 2023


Funny Girl gets a Brazilian production directed by Barchilon, starring Giulia Nadruz and Eriberto Leao as protagonists. With score by J. Styne, and lyrics by B. Merrill, the semi-biographical plot is based on the life and career of comedian and Broadway star Fanny Brice, featuring her stormy relationship with entrepreneur and gambler Nick Arnstein.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 13th, 2023
by - Sep 13, 2023


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 13, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Eisemann Center Presents The Manhattan Transfer On Their 50th Anniversary And Final Tour October 26
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2023


Eisemann Center Presents continues the 2023-2024 Season the return of THE MANHATTAN TRANSFER on their 50th Anniversary Final Tour Thursday, October 26 at 7:30 pm in the Hill Performance Hall.

The Metropolitan Opera Commissions Ukranian Composer Maxim Kolomiiets to Write New Opera Based on True Story
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 11, 2023


As part of its ongoing support of Ukraine, the Metropolitan Opera / Lincoln Center Theater New Works Program has commissioned a new work by Ukrainian composer Maxim Kolomiiets and librettist George Brant.

Laurie Anderson and Harvey Fierstein Will Be Celebrated at La MaMa ETC's 62nd Season Gala
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2023


Laurie Anderson and Harvey Fierstein will be celebrated at La MaMa ETC’s 62nd season Gala on October 26, 2023 at the Ellen Stewart Theatre. Learn more about the Gala and how to get tickets here!

Interview: Stephen Fredericks, Founder and Executive Director of The Growing Stage in Netcong
by Marina Kennedy - Sep 11, 2023


Broadwayworld had the opportunity to interview Stephen Fredericks, Founder and Executive Director of The Growing Stage, about the theatre and their exciting season ahead.

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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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