The Fantasticks Revival 2006 - Articles Page 1.8

Run Time:
Two hours and five minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 5+
Opened: August 23, 2006
Closing: June 04, 2017

The Fantasticks - 2006 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Snapple Theater Center / Jerry Orbach Theater
210 West 50th Street New York, NY 10001

The Fantasticks, by Tom Jones & Harvey Schmidt, is the world's longest running musical- running for over 52 years in Manhattan and entrancing generations of audiences the world over.

The Fantasticks is a funny and romantic musical about a boy, a girl, two fathers and a wall. The narrator, El Gallo, originally played by Jerry Orbach, asks the audience to use their imagination and follow him into a world of moonlight and magic. The boy and the girl fall in love, grow apart, and finally find their way back to each other after realizing the truth in El Gallo's words that "without a hurt, the heart is hollow."

The famous score, which includes the classics Try To Remember, They Were You and Soon It's Gonna Rain, is as timeless as the story itself.

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Max Crumm Joins Off-Broadway's THE FANTASTICKS Tonight
by BWW News Desk - July 8, 2014


Broadway and film actor Max Crumm (Easy A, Grease) has signed on to join the cast of The Fantasticks, in the lead role of 'Matt/The Boy', producers Al Parinello and Catherine Russell have announced. He will start performances tonight, July 8.

Max Crumm to Join Off-Broadway's THE FANTASTICKS, 7/8
by Tyler Peterson - June 24, 2014


Broadway and film actor Max Crumm (Easy A, Grease) has signed on to join the cast of THE FANTASTICKS, in the lead role of "Matt/The Boy", producers Al Parinello and Catherine Russell have announced. He will start performances on July 8.

THE FANTASTICKS to Marry Couples on Stage this Summer
by Tyler Peterson - June 5, 2014


Listen up Lovebirds! You now have the chance to tie the knot on the stage of one of the most well known musicals in the world, THE FANTASTICKS, the world's longest running musical, famous for its classic tale of true love, Cast members will be marrying couples of all faiths, races, & sexual orientations during the entire summer of 2014 (June 21 - September 5, 2014).

Edward Watts to Join Cast of Off-Broadway's THE FANTASTICKS, 4/28
by Tyler Peterson - April 24, 2014


Edward Watts (Scandalous on Broadway; Superman in It's a Bird..Plane..It's Superman at Encores!), has signed on to join the cast of The Fantasticks, for two weeks only, right before its 56th anniversary on May 3, producers Al Parinello and Catherine Russell have announced. Mr. Watts will begin performances on Monday, April 28th and continue on in the role until Monday, May 12.

THE FANTASTICKS and PERFECT CRIME Offer New Year's Eve Special for Tonight's Shows
by BWW News Desk - December 31, 2013


The Snapple Theater Center has announced a New Year's Eve special for those that want to ring in 2014 with two of the longest running shows in New York! See either The Fantasticks or Perfect Crime on New Year's Eve and enjoy 1 hour of open bar and hors d'oeuvres before the show with free champagne at intermission.

THE FANTASTICKS and PERFECT CRIME to Offer New Year's Eve Special for 12/31 Shows
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2013


The Snapple Theater Center has announced a New Year's Eve special for those that want to ring in 2014 with two of the longest running shows in New York! See either The Fantasticks or Perfect Crime on New Year's Eve and enjoy 1 hour of open bar and hors d'oeuvres before the show with free champagne at intermission.

Holiday Performance Schedule Announced for PERFECT CRIME & THE FANTASTICKS
by BWW News Desk - November 7, 2013


The performance schedule for PERFECT CRIME and THE FANTASTICKS, both playing at the Snapple Theater Center has been adjusted for the upcoming holiday season. Both PERFECT CRIME and THE FANTASTICKS will run on Thanksgiving, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

THE FANTASTICKS Celebrates 20,000th Performance Today
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2013


THE FANTASTICKS, the world's longest running musical, will celebrate a record breaking 20,000th New York performance, today, September 15, 2013, announced producers Catherine Russell and Al Parinello.

LITTLE ITALY SINGS! Series Kicks Off with THE FANTASTICKS Today
by BWW News Desk - September 8, 2013


The Little Italy Merchants Association and Little Italy, NYC has announced its first in a series of live performances featuring some of Broadway's very best shows and brightest stars. Little Italy Sings! will celebrate its opening performance featuring 'THE FANTASTICKS.'

TV: THE FANTASTICKS Celebrates 20,000th Performance in New York City on 9/15- Watch Highlights!
by Nicole Rosky - September 5, 2013


THE FANTASTICKS, the world's longest running musical, will celebrate a record breaking 20,000th New York performance, on Sunday, September 15, 2013, announced producers Catherine Russell and Al Parinello. The milestone will mark the first time a production (on Broadway or Off-Broadway) has ever reached 20,000 performances and will be commemorated in a month long celebration that includes performing at Broadway in Bryant Park and Little Italy, and with The Museum of The City of New York's future cyber gallery highlighting the history of the production. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you highlights of the current cast in action!

LITTLE ITALY SINGS! Series to Kick Off with THE FANTASTICKS, 9/8
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2013


The Little Italy Merchants Association and Little Italy, NYC has announced its first in a series of live performances featuring some of Broadway's very best shows and brightest stars. Little Italy Sings! will celebrate its opening performance featuring "THE FANTASTICKS."

TV: THE FANTASTICKS Remembers September in Bryant Park!
by Nicole Rosky - August 10, 2013


Marcus and Joseph Dellger), performing 'Soon It's Gonna Rain,' 'Never Say No,' 'I Can See It' and 'Try to Remember.' Check out highlights below!

THE FANTASTICKS to Celebrate 20,000th Performance, 9/15
by Tyler Peterson - August 1, 2013


THE FANTASTICKS, the world's longest running musical, will celebrate a record breaking 20,000th New York performance, on Sunday, September 15, 2013, announced producers Catherine Russell and Al Parinello. The milestone will mark the first time a production (on Broadway or off-Broadway) has ever reached 20,000 performances and will be commemorated in a month long celebration that includes performing at Broadway in Bryant Park and Little Italy, and with The Museum of The City of New York's future cyber gallery highlighting the history of the production.

Photo Flash: BEND IN THE ROAD's Martin Vidnovic and Alison Woods Visit THE FANTASTICKS
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2013


BEND IN THE ROAD, a new musical comedy, is an official selection of the New York Musical Theatre Festival's (NYMF) 2013 Next Link Project. The shows stars, Martin Vidnovic and Alison Woods, recently caught a performance of the world's longest-running musical THE FANTASTICKS at the Snapple Theater Center. Both have strong ties to the show as Martin starred as Bellomy in this current revival and he played El Gallo in the original Sullivan Street Playhouse production in the 1970s. And Alison was selected by director Jason Alexander to play the leading role of Luisa in his all-star production of THE FANTASTICKS at Reprise with Eric McCormack and Lucas Grabeel. Scroll down for photos of the stars backstage!

THE FANTASTICKS Celebrates 54th Anniversary Today
by BWW News Desk - May 3, 2013


THE FANTASTICKS, the world's longest running musical, will celebrate its 54th anniversary today, May 3, just as producers Al Parinello and Catherine Russell announce plans for a major celebration when the musical performs its record breaking 20,000th performance, on September 15, 2013.

BWW Reviews: Florida Rep Casts Magical Spell with FANTASTICKS
by Chris Silk - March 25, 2013


Call. Now. Get tickets to the Florida Rep production of 'The Fantasticks.' You, dear readers, will love the show. The opening night audience cooed in delight and sheer merriment at streamers and confetti and the banging of a drum. The smooth glissando of a harp evokes a garden, washed in lunar rays, the rapid tapping of piano keys the gallop of brigands.

Aaron Carter Departs THE FANTASTICKS Today for Concert Tour
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2013


Triple platinum recording artist Aaron Carter previously announced that he will be going on a concert tour and taking an extended leave of absence from his role as Matt in The Fantasticks. His last performance is today, February 17, 2013.

THE FANTASTICKS and PERFECT CRIME Play Special Valentine's Day Performances Today
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2013


Whether you're lucky in love or simply miserable and looking for a way out, the Snapple Theater Center will be offering free champagne at special Thursday night performances of The Fantasticks & PERFECT CRIME - two fun and affordable Valentine's Day date ideas for today, February 14.

Aaron Carter Performs Final Week in THE FANTASTICKS
by Kelsey Denette - February 12, 2013


Triple platinum recording artist Aaron Carter will be performing his final week as Matt in The Fantasticks. His last performance will be on Sunday Feb. 17, 2013 at 7:30 PM. Carter is leaving the production to do a national tour.

THE FANTASTICKS and PERFECT CRIME to Play Special Valentine's Day Performances, 2/14
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2013


Whether you're lucky in love or simply miserable and looking for a way out, the Snapple Theater Center will be offering free champagne at special Thursday night performances of The Fantasticks & PERFECT CRIME - two fun and affordable Valentine's Day date ideas for February 14. For more information, visit www.snappletheater.com.

George Dvorsky Replaces Richard Roland as 'El Gallo' in THE FANTASTICKS
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2013


George Dvorsky, who most recently starred in the critically acclaimed revival of CLOSER THAN EVER at the York Theater has joined the cast of The Fantasticks in the role of the narrator El Gallo, as of yesterday, January 21. He replaces actor Richard Roland.

Aaron Carter Departs THE FANTASTICKS, 2/17
by Kelsey Denette - January 14, 2013


Triple platinum recording artist Aaron Carter has announced that he will be going on a concert tour and taking an extended leave of absence from his role as Matt in The Fantasticks.

Photo Flash: Aaron Carter Celebrates 25th Birthday with THE FANTASTICKS
by BWW News Desk - December 8, 2012


Aaron Carter celebrated his 25th Birthday last night, Dec. 7, with fans and the cast of The Fantasticks. Carter stars as the boy Matt in The Fantasticks, the world's longest running musical. After The Fantasticks, Carter graced the audience with a couple of songs on the piano. The cast and fans then sang "Happy Birthday" as Carter blew out candles on his cake and fans swarmed the star with gifts and warm wishes for his 25th birthday. Check out photos from the celebration below!

The Fantasticks FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Fantasticks have there been?
The Fantasticks has had 11 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1960, Off-Broadway which opened in 1960, West End which opened in 1961, Regional (US) which opened in 1961, Regional (US) which opened in 1965, Regional (US) which opened in 1971, Canada which opened in 1971, Regional (US) which opened in 1971, Regional (US) which opened in 1972, Off-Broadway which opened in 2006 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2006.
What awards has The Fantasticks been nominated for?
The Fantasticks has been nominated for the Best Long-Running Show award.
What are the songs in The Fantasticks and what's the order?
Abductions (And So Forth)
Try to Remember
Much More
Metaphor
Never Say No
It Depends on What You Pay
You Wonder How These Things Begin
Soon It's Gonna Rain
Rape Ballet
Happy Ending
This Plum Is Too Ripe
I Can See It
Plant a Radish
Round and Round
There Is a Curious Paradox
They Were You
Follow Along with Me
Have You Ever Been to China?
I Have Acted Like a Fool
Matt Bellomy's Comin' Home Today
Day of the Dead
This Is the Perfect Time to Be in Love
Overture
Try To Remember
Much More
Metaphor
Never Say No
It Depends On What You Pay
Soon It's Gonna Rain
Abduction Ballet
Happy Ending
This Plum Is Too Ripe
I Can See It
Plant A Radish
Round And Round
They Were You
Try To Remember (Reprise)

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