Into the Woods Tour 1988 - Articles Page 10

Ages: 13+
Opened: November 22, 1988
Closing: unknown

Into the Woods - 1988 - US Tour History , Info & More

What happens after Happily Ever After, after all? In Sondheim and Lapine’s beloved musical retelling of the Grimm classics, a parade of familiar folktale figures find their way “Into the Woods” and try to get home before dark—under the guidance of Mark Lamos, who dazzled us with A Little Night Music in 2008.


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INTO THE WOODS Original Broadway Production Debuts on Blu-ray Today
by Pat Cerasaro - Dec 2, 2014


The original Broadway production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's beloved fairy tale musical INTO THE WOODS is out on Blu-ray for the very first time today, December 2, to coincide with the release of the hotly anticipated feature film version opening this Christmas.

BWW to Premiere Anna Kendrick's 'On the Steps of the Palace' from Disney's INTO THE WOODS on Dec. 3 at Noon; World Exclusive Countdown Underway!
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 30, 2014


BroadwayWorld is thrilled to announce that we'll be unveiling an exclusive clip from Rob Marshall's highly-anticipated INTO THE WOODS on Wednesday, December 3 at 12pm EST!

BWW World Exclusive INTO THE WOODS Clip Coming Soon; Guess the Sondheim Track Featured!
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 29, 2014


BroadwayWorld is thrilled to announce that we'll be unveiling an exclusive clip from Rob Marshall's highly-anticipated INTO THE WOODS on Wednesday, December 3 at 12pm EST!

Photo Flash: Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, and More INTO THE WOODS Stars Participate in Live Q&A
by Sally Henry Fuller - Nov 23, 2014


Missed Saturday night's livestream Q&A with the cast and filmmakers of Disney's INTO THE WOODS? We've got the full archive here, as well as pictures below! The Q&A included the film's stars Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, James Corden, Anna Kendrick, Chris Pine, Tracey Ullman, Christine Baranski, director Rob Marshall, and screenwriter James Lapine.

TV: Missed the Starry INTO THE WOODS MOVIE Q&A? Watch it Here!
by Robert Diamond - Nov 22, 2014


Missed Saturday night's livestream Q&A with the cast and filmmakers of Disney's INTO THE WOODS? We've got the full archive below. The Q&A included the film's stars Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, James Corden, Anna Kendrick, Chris Pine, Tracey Ullman, Christine Baranski, director Rob Marshall, and screenwriter James Lapine.

TV Watch Live: All the Stars of the INTO THE WOODS MOVIE Participate in Livestream Q&A at 9:30PM EST, 6:30PM PST - Right Here!
by Robert Diamond - Nov 22, 2014


Tune-In tonight, November 22nd at 9:30pm EST, 6:30pm PST to a livestream Q&A with the cast and filmmakers of Disney's INTO THE WOODS, including a first-look at an exclusive featurette from the film. The Q&A will include the film's stars Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, James Corden, Anna Kendrick, Chris Pine, Tracey Ullman, Christine Baranski, director Rob Marshall, and screenwriter James Lapine.

First Look: INTO THE WOODS, Opening Tonight at the Westchester Playhouse
by Shari Barrett - Nov 14, 2014


Kentwood Players presents the Tony Award winning musical "Into the Woods" with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, book by James Lapine, from Friday, November 14 to Saturday, December 20 with performances on Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm, Sundays at 2pm, with two Thursday night performances at 8pm on December 11 and 18 at the Westchester Playhouse, located at 8301 Hindry Avenue, Westchester, CA 90045. The production is directed by Shawn K. Summerer with musical direction by Catherine Rahm, produced by Lori Marple-Pereslete and Tony Pereslete by special arrangement with Music Theatre International.

BWW Interview: Two Stephen Sondheim Musicals Open in West Los Angeles This Week
by Shari Barrett - Nov 13, 2014


American composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim is known for his immense contributions to musical theatre for over 50 years. He is the winner of an Academy Award, eight Tony Awards (more than any other composer) including the Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre, eight Grammy Awards, a Pulitzer Prize, and the Laurence Olivier Award. Sondheim fans are in for a treat this holiday season with two Sondheim shows playing within just a few miles of each other: Kentwood Players at the Westchester Playhouse is presenting 'Into the Woods' and Chromolume at the Attic Theatre is presenting 'Putting it Together' with both productions opening on November 14, 2014.

The Collegiate Chorale to Present NOT THE MESSIAH with Eric Idle at Carnegie Hall This Winter
by BWW News Desk - Nov 12, 2014


The Collegiate Chorale presents the New York City premiere of Eric Idle and John Du Prez's Not The Messiah (He's a Very Naughty Boy) at Carnegie Hall, December 15-16, 2014 at 8pm.

VIDEO: New Trailer for the INTO THE WOODS Film is Out!
by Robert Diamond - Nov 6, 2014


We've been counting down the minutes until the second trailer was released for Disney's INTO THE WOODS film, over which we've all been obsessing. Scroll down to play!

THEATRICAL THROWBACK THURSDAY: Boom, Crunch! INTO THE WOODS Hits Broadway
by Pat Cerasaro - Nov 6, 2014


Today we are turning back the clock to this very same week in 1987 when Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's INTO THE WOODS hit Broadway.

The Collegiate Chorale to Perform NOT THE MESSIAH at Carnegie Hall This Winter
by BWW News Desk - Oct 28, 2014


The Collegiate Chorale presents the New York City premiere of Eric Idle and John Du Prez's Not The Messiah (He's a Very Naughty Boy) at Carnegie Hall, December 15-16, 2014 at 8pm.

Breaking News: The Muny Unveils 2015 Season from HAIRSPRAY to INTO THE WOODS & 3 Premieres!
by Robert Diamond - Oct 25, 2014


The Muny in St. Louis has just revealed their 2015 season via the St. Louis Post Dispatch which will include BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, MY FAIR LADY, OKLAHOMA!, HAIRSPRAY, INTO THE WOODS, BUDDY - THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY and a new adaption of HOLIDAY INN.

Photo Flash: First Look- Kentwood Players Presents INTO THE WOODS, Opening 11/14
by Shari Barrett - Oct 19, 2014


INTO THE WOODS is tied together by an original story involving a childless baker and his wife and their quest to begin a family, their dealings with a Witch who has placed a curse on them, and their interaction with other storybook characters during their journey. Join Cinderella, Little Red Ridinghood, Rapunzel, Jack the Giant Slayer, and many other famous storybook characters as they each venture into the foreboding woods in search of magical items, love, money, or simply a purpose in life. This classic mash-up of Grimm's fairy tales teaches all of us the true consequences of what it means to "get your wish."

LATW's IN THE HEAT OF THE NIGHT to Launch National Tour Next Month
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 1, 2014


It's 1962. A white man has been murdered on a hot August night in a small town in the deep South, and the local police arrest a black stranger named Virgil Tibbs. L.A.

Geordie Johnson and Irene Poole to Star in Tarragon' THE BAKELITE MASTERPIECE
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 29, 2014


Tarragon Theatre presents the world premiere of The Bakelite Masterpiece, written by Tarragon playwright-in-residence Kate Cayley, directed by Tarragon's Artistic Director Richard Rose and starring two award-winning, powerhouse actors, Geordie Johnson and Irene Poole. Set in the Netherlands in the aftermath of World War II, this penetrating new play exploring art, forgery and war crimes opens October 29 and runs to November 30 (with previews from October 21) in Tarragon's Extraspace.

Hartford Stage Presents the East Coast Premiere of ETHER DOME, Now thru 10/5
by BWW News Desk - Sep 11, 2014


In 1846, the history of the world was forever changed by a dentist from Hartford, and now Hartford Stage will launch its 2014-15 Season with that remarkable and electrifying story: Ether Dome by Elizabeth Egloff (The Swan), directed by former Artistic Director Michael Wilson (The Orphans' Home Cycle).

FLASH FRIDAY: First Midnight! INTO THE WOODS Casts A Spell Onstage & Onscreen
by Pat Cerasaro - Aug 1, 2014


Today we are celebrating the lineage of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's family-friendly fairy tale musical INTO THE WOODS now that we have gotten our very first glimpse of the new big screen edition starring Meryl Streep and Johnny Depp late this week via an attention-grabbing new teaser trailer and production photos.

Meet the Current Casts of Broadway's Long Running Hits - THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
by BWW Special Coverage - Aug 17, 2014


A great, big Broadway season is on its way, with fourteen productions already slated to open in the next few months. With several weeks until the craziness begins, there is still plenty of time to catch up on what's been going on at Broadway's already occupied theaters . BroadwayWorld will be profiling the hits of the Great White Way that continue to draw crowds after months, years, and (in some cases) decades. Meet the current cast of Broadway's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA below!

Richard Eyre's GHOSTS to Continue West End Theatre Series at Cinemas Across the UK and Ireland Today
by BWW News Desk - Jun 26, 2014


The WEST END THEATRE SERIES is delighted to announce its third title; Richard Eyre's five-star, multi award-winning revival production of Ibsen's Ghosts. The Almeida Theatre production will be screened in over 200 cinemas across the UK and Ireland for one night only, today 26 June '14 (www.westendtheatreseries.com).

7 Days Of THE LORD & THE MASTER: Day #4 - INTO THE WOODS
by Pat Cerasaro - Jun 13, 2014


Today we continue a special spotlight series highlighting the spectacular entertainment set to be presented this coming Monday, June 16, at Joe's Pub, THE LORD & THE MASTER: BROADWAYWORLD.COM SINGS THE MUSIC OF ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER & STEPHEN SONDHEIM with a tribute to INTO THE WOODS.

30 Days Of The 2014 Tony Awards: Day #3 - THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Vs. INTO THE WOODS
by Pat Cerasaro - Jun 6, 2014


Today we continue the 2014 edition of our annual BroadwayWorld feature series spotlighting the very best Tony Awards-related moments of all time with a special focus on one of the biggest battles for Best Musical with THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA versus INTO THE WOODS.

It's Official! Kristin Chenoweth to Return to Broadway with Peter Gallagher in ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY in Spring 2015
by Robert Diamond - May 13, 2014


It's been rumored, talked about, discussed and we've been reporting on it for what feels like forever -- and now, it's official! Roundabout Theatre Company has announced that it will present Tony & Emmy Award winner Kristin Chenoweth as 'Lily Garland' and Golden Globe & SAG Award winner & Tony nominee Peter Gallagher as 'Oscar Jaffe' in a new Broadway production of the classic musical ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY, directed by Scott Ellis and choreographed by Warren Carlyle. ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY features music by Cy Coleman and book & lyrics by Betty Comden & Adolph Green.

The New York Phil and ACO Announce 13 Composers Whose Original Scores Have Been Chosen as a Part of NY PHIL BIENNIAL
by BWW News Desk - Apr 25, 2014


The New York Philharmonic and American Composers Orchestra (ACO), in collaboration with ACO's EarShot: the National Orchestra Composition Discovery Network, announce the selection of 13 emerging composers from an international pool of more than 400 applicants from seven countries and 37 states ranging in age from 9 to 84, whose original scores for orchestra have been chosen for readings and performances by the Philharmonic and ACO as part of the inaugural NY PHIL BIENNIAL.

Richard Eyre's GHOSTS to Continue West End Theatre Series at Cinemas Across the UK and Ireland, June 26
by BWW News Desk - Apr 11, 2014


The WEST END THEATRE SERIES is delighted to announce its third title; Richard Eyre's five-star, multi award-winning revival production of Ibsen's Ghosts. The Almeida Theatre production will be screened in over 200 cinemas across the UK and Ireland for one night only, Thursday 26 June '14 (www.westendtheatreseries.com).

Other Productions of Into the Woods

1986   New York Reading
New York
1986   San Diego, CA (Regional) Old Globe Production (Pre-Broadway)
San Diego, CA (Regional)
1987   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1988   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
1990   West End London Production
West End
1997   Broadway Reunion Concert
Broadway
2002   Los Angeles Los Angeles Revival (Pre-Broadway)
Los Angeles
2002   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2007   West End London Revival
West End
2015   Off-Broadway Roundabout Theatre Company Production
Off-Broadway
2015   St. Louis, MO (Regional) The Muny Production
St. Louis, MO (Regional)
2016   US Tour Fiasco Theater National Tour
US Tour
2019   Los Angeles Hollywood Bowl Revival
Los Angeles
2019   Immersive Rooftop Musical Society Immersive Production
Immersive
2022   Broadway Broadway Revival Production
Broadway
2023   US Tour US Tour
US Tour

Into the Woods - 1988 US Tour Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1988 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress - Musical Bernadette Peters
1988 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical James Lapine
1988 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Costume Design Ann Hould-Ward
1988 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director - Musical James Lapine
1988 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Musical Into the Woods
1988 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestration Jonathan Tunick
1988 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Set Design Tony Straiges
1988 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical James Lapine
1988 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Stephen Sondheim
1988 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical James Lapine
1988 Tony Awards Best Choreography Lar Lubovitch
1988 Tony Awards Best Costume Design Ann Hould-Ward
1988 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical James Lapine
1988 Tony Awards Best Musical Heidi Landesman
1988 Tony Awards Best Musical Rocco Landesman
1988 Tony Awards Best Musical Rick Steiner
1988 Tony Awards Best Musical M. Anthony Fisher
1988 Tony Awards Best Musical Frederic H. Mayerson
1988 Tony Awards Best Musical Jujamcyn Theatres
1988 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Stephen Sondheim
1988 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Robert Westenberg
1988 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Joanna Gleason
1988 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design Tony Straiges

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