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Opened: December 28, 1944

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302 W. 45th St. New York, NY 10036

Based on the ballet Fancy Free by Leonard Bernstein


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Cygnet Theatre's THE GLASS MENAGERIE Announces Cast
by Kelsey Denette - Oct 6, 2011


Rehearsals are currently underway for Cygnet's upcoming production, Tennessee Williams' THE GLASS MENAGERIE. Artistic Director Sean Murray is tackling the story of one family's tensions, heartbreak and failings with a group that is almost like a family itself. The autobiographical memory play of Williams' life has been cast entirely with Cygnet Resident Artists - Rosina Reynolds, Francis Gercke, Amanda Sitton and Brian Mackey. Sean Murray directs. Previews begin October 19th, 2011, and the Press Opening is October 22nd, 2011.

The Ensemble Project at New Village Arts Continues With OF MICE AND MEN
by Kelsey Denette - Sep 15, 2011


New Village Arts continues Season 11: THE ENSEMBLE PROJECT with one of the best American stories of all time: John Steinbeck's OF MICE AND MEN. Directed by Daren Scott, OF MICE AND MEN is the unforgettable story of George and Lennie: two migrant workers during the Great Depression who dream of a place they can call their own, joined by an ensemble of characters each searching for their own version of the American Dream.

Peccadillo Presents Staged Reading of Carson McCullers' The Member of the Wedding 11/29
by BWW News Desk - Nov 29, 2010


The Peccadillo Theater Company presents The Plays-You-Should-Know-And-Probably-Don't Reading Series: Carson McCullers' THE MEMBER OF THE WEDDING

Peccadillo Presents Staged Reading of Carson McCullers' The Member of the Wedding
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 24, 2010


The Peccadillo Theater Company presents The Plays-You-Should-Know-And-Probably-Don't Reading Series: Carson McCullers' THE MEMBER OF THE WEDDING

November-December Programs Announced for the Museum of Jewish Heritage
by BWW News Desk - Nov 7, 2010


The November-December public programming schedule at the Museum of Jewish Heritage-A Living Memorial to the Holocaust has been announced.

25 Videos Chosen from 23,358 Worldwide Submissions On View at the Guggenheim
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 22, 2010


The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum and YouTube, in collaboration with HP and Intel, tonight announced the top 25 videos, selected from 23,358 online video submissions and 91 countries, for YouTube Play. A Biennial of Creative Video.

November-December Programs Announced for the Museum of Jewish Heritage
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 29, 2010


The November-December public programming schedule at the Museum of Jewish Heritage-A Living Memorial to the Holocaust has been announced.

5th Avenue Theatre Announces Show Talks as Part of 'Seattle Celebrates Bernstein Festival'
by BWW News Desk - Jun 12, 2010


As part of their upcoming productions of Leonard Bernstein's madcap musical On The Town and his mid-career masterpiece Candide, The 5th Avenue Theatre announced that they will be sponsoring a series of Show Talks during the runs of both shows, focusing on the life, music and influence of the conductor, composer and 20th-century Renaissance man.

Roundabout's THE GLASS MENAGERIE Closes 5/30
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2010


Roundabout Theatre Company in association with Long Wharf Theatre is pleased to announce the full company for Tennessee Williams' play The Glass Menagerie, directed by Gordon Edelstein with Patch Darragh (Tom Wingfield), two-time Tony® Award winner Judith Ivey (Amanda Wingfield), Keira Keeley (Laura Wingfield), Michael Mosley (Jim O'Connor).

5th Avenue Theatre Announces Show Talks as Part of 'Seattle Celebrates Bernstein Festival'
by BWW News Desk - Apr 27, 2010


As part of their upcoming productions of Leonard Bernstein's madcap musical On The Town and his mid-career masterpiece Candide, The 5th Avenue Theatre announced that they will be sponsoring a series of Show Talks during the runs of both shows, focusing on the life, music and influence of the conductor, composer and 20th-century Renaissance man.

5th Avenue Theatre Announces Show Talks as Part of 'Seattle Celebrates Bernstein Festival'
by BWW News Desk - Apr 22, 2010


As part of their upcoming productions of Leonard Bernstein's madcap musical On The Town and his mid-career masterpiece Candide, The 5th Avenue Theatre announced that they will be sponsoring a series of Show Talks during the runs of both shows, focusing on the life, music and influence of the conductor, composer and 20th-century Renaissance man.

Way to Heaven To Be Presented by the Museum of Jewish Heritage 4/18
by BWW News Desk - Apr 18, 2010


On Sunday, April 18 at 2:30 P.M. see Way to Heaven (Himmelweg), a New York Times Critics' Pick, that it calls '...a powerful illustration of how theatrical artifice can be pressed into the service of atrocity.'

Photo Coverage: 5th Avenue's ON THE TOWN
by Charlie Piane - Apr 16, 2010


The 5th Avenue Theatre's production of Leonard Bernstein's madcap musical On The Town continues performances through May 2, 2010.

5th Avenue Theatre Announces Show Talks as Part of 'Seattle Celebrates Bernstein Festival'
by BWW News Desk - Apr 17, 2010


As part of their upcoming productions of Leonard Bernstein's madcap musical On The Town and his mid-career masterpiece Candide, The 5th Avenue Theatre announced that they will be sponsoring a series of Show Talks during the runs of both shows, focusing on the life, music and influence of the conductor, composer and 20th-century Renaissance man.

BWW Reviews: ON THE TOWN at Seattle’s 5th Avenue Theatre
by Jay Irwin - Apr 16, 2010


The 5th Avenue Theatre in conjunction with Spectrum Dance Theater is currently presenting the Leonard Bernstein classic "On the Town" as part of the Seattle Celebrates Bernstein event. With book and lyrics by the incomparable Betty Comden and Adolph Green (who by the way were also the original Ozzie and Claire in the show on Broadway in 1944), it's a superb throw back to the Golden Age of American Musicals. And while there are a few spots that need a little tightening, the show is goofy, whimsical, and just plain fun with a ton of heart!

5th Avenue Theatre Announces Show Talks as Part of 'Seattle Celebrates Bernstein Festival'
by BWW News Desk - Apr 14, 2010


As part of their upcoming productions of Leonard Bernstein's madcap musical On The Town and his mid-career masterpiece Candide, The 5th Avenue Theatre announced that they will be sponsoring a series of Show Talks during the runs of both shows, focusing on the life, music and influence of the conductor, composer and 20th-century Renaissance man.

5th Avenue Theatre Announces Show Talks as Part of 'Seattle Celebrates Bernstein Festival'
by BWW News Desk - Mar 26, 2010


As part of their upcoming productions of Leonard Bernstein's madcap musical On The Town and his mid-career masterpiece Candide, The 5th Avenue Theatre announced that they will be sponsoring a series of Show Talks during the runs of both shows, focusing on the life, music and influence of the conductor, composer and 20th-century Renaissance man.

Ivey, Darragh, Keeley & Mosley Open Roundabout's THE GLASS MENAGERIE
by BWW News Desk - Mar 24, 2010


Roundabout Theatre Company in association with Long Wharf Theatre is pleased to announce the full company for Tennessee Williams' play The Glass Menagerie, directed by Gordon Edelstein with Patch Darragh (Tom Wingfield), two-time Tony® Award winner Judith Ivey (Amanda Wingfield), Keira Keeley (Laura Wingfield), Michael Mosley (Jim O'Connor).

Allen, Owen, Reid & More Lead 5th Avenue's ON THE TOWN
by BWW News Desk - Mar 22, 2010


Casting of principals and the company of The 5th Avenue Theatre's production of Leonard Bernstein's madcap musical On The Town, directed by Bill Berry, was announced today.

The 5th Avenue Holds 24-Hour Sale on 3/22 for ON THE TOWN & CANDIDE
by BWW News Desk - Mar 22, 2010


The 5th Avenue Theatre will help kick off the Seattle Celebrates Bernstein Festival with a special 24-hour Sale on the next two shows in our season, Leonard Bernstein's riotous musical On The Town, and his mid-career masterpiece Candide, taking place on March 22nd.

Spotlight Night at The 5th to Focus on Bernstein, 3/22
by BWW News Desk - Mar 22, 2010


The 5th Avenue's enormously popular Spotlight Night series, a free event that continues to attract record crowds, finishes up the 2009-2010 season on Monday, March 22 by focusing on the genius of Leonard Bernstein, composer of our two upcoming shows On The Town and Candide, and providing a sneak peek at the many events coming up in the city-wide Seattle Celebrates Bernstein! Festival.

The 5th Avenue Announces 24-Hour Sale on 3/22 for ON THE TOWN & CANDIDE
by BWW News Desk - Mar 18, 2010


The 5th Avenue Theatre announced today that to help kick off the Seattle Celebrates Bernstein Festival, we will be having a special 24-hour Sale on the next two shows in our season, Leonard Bernstein's riotous musical On The Town, and his mid-career masterpiece Candide.

Way to Heaven To Be Presented by the Museum of Jewish Heritage 4/18
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 16, 2010


On Sunday, April 18 at 2:30 P.M. see Way to Heaven (Himmelweg), a New York Times Critics' Pick, that it calls '...a powerful illustration of how theatrical artifice can be pressed into the service of atrocity.'

THE SWEETEST PATH Plays Merkin Concert Hall at Kaufman Center, 3/16
by BWW News Desk - Mar 16, 2010


Kaufman Center and New York Festival Of Song (NYFOS, www.nyfos.org) present a special non-subscription program, The Sweetest Path, on Tuesday, March 16 at 8 PM at Kaufman Center's Merkin Concert Hall.

Spotlight Night at The 5th to Focus on Bernstein, 3/22
by BWW News Desk - Mar 11, 2010


The 5th Avenue's enormously popular Spotlight Night series, a free event that continues to attract record crowds, finishes up the 2009-2010 season on Monday, March 22 by focusing on the genius of Leonard Bernstein, composer of our two upcoming shows On The Town and Candide, and providing a sneak peek at the many events coming up in the city-wide Seattle Celebrates Bernstein! Festival.

Other Productions of On the Town

1944   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1959   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
1963   West End London Revival
West End
1971   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1992   West End London Concert Revival
West End
1997   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
1997   Off-Broadway
Off-Broadway
1998   Broadway Broadway Transfer Production
Broadway
2005   West End English National Opera Production
West End
2005   Los Angeles Reprise! Concert
Los Angeles
2007   West End Return Engagement [ENO Production]
West End
2008   Off-Broadway Encores! Concert
Off-Broadway
2014   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2017   West End Regent's Open Air Revival
West End

On the Town - 1944 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1972 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Bernadette Peters
1945 Theatre World Awards Performance Betty Comden

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