Sarafina! 1988 - Articles Page 2

Opened: January 28, 1988
Closing: July 02, 1989

Sarafina! - 1988 - Broadway History , Info & More

Set in 1976, in South Africa, black students are injured during a protest. Led by a fellow classmate, the students present a play about the symbolic Day of Liberation they all dream of—when their hero, Nelson Mandela is released from prison.

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Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Chicago Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023


It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Photos: Reimagined PETER PAN National Tour Meets the Press
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2023


The all-new production of the Tony Award-winning Broadway classic, PETER PAN is now playing at Ordway Center for the  Performing Arts. The North American Tour Company celebrated its launch on Thursday, December 14 with an opening night  “green” carpet event. See photos from the event. 

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Chicago Awards; I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE, DARYO'S ALL-AMERICAN DINER, Illinois Shakespeare Festival & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023


There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE, DARYO'S ALL-AMERICAN DINER, Circa Pintig & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 11, 2023


It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Video: First Look At HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO On Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 8, 2023


First look video has been released from the new musical How to Dance in Ohio – inspired by Alexandra Shiva’s Peabody Award-winning documentary of the same name – which is set to open this Sunday, December 10 the Belasco Theatre.

Full Cast Set for THE OUTSIDERS on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2023


Full casting is now set for the Broadway premiere of The Outsiders, the new musical based on the seminal novel by S.E. Hinton & Francis Ford Coppola’s landmark motion picture.

Ludacris and Paula Abdul Join HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO Producing Team
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 7, 2023


Multi-Grammy Award winning music icons Ludacris and Paula Abdul have joined P3 Productions, and Tony Award-winning entertainment mini-studio Level Forward, on the producing team of the new Broadway musical How to Dance in Ohio.

Photos: First Look at HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2023


Production photos have been released from the new musical How to Dance in Ohio – inspired by Alexandra Shiva's Peabody Award-winning documentary of the same name – which is set to open this Sunday, December 10 the Belasco Theatre.

The Drama League Announces The Irene Gandy Directing Assistantships
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2023


The Drama League Announces The Irene Gandy Directing Assistantships, honoring the legendary Tony Award-winning publicist.

BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards December 5th Standings; I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023


It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Ali Louis Bourzgui Will Lead The Who's TOMMY on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2023


Ali Louis Bourzgui will play Tommy in the newly reimagined Broadway production of The Who’s TOMMY opening on March 28, 2024.

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; DARYO'S ALL-AMERICAN DINER Leads Best Play!
by BWW Awards - Nov 27, 2023


Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Nov 20, 2023


The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Video: Newly Imagined PETER PAN Releases 'This Way to Neverland' Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 16, 2023


The newly imagined production of the Tony Award-winning Broadway classic, PETER PAN has released two videos of a three-part  series, entitled “This Way to Neverland'. Watch here!

Photos: Go Inside the First Preview of HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 16, 2023


Take a look at the first preview of HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO on Broadway. Learn how to purchase tickets!

HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO to Offer $35 Tickets as Part of Digital Ticket Lottery
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2023


How to Dance in Ohio will launch a digital lottery powered by Telecharge, starting at 12am on Tuesday, November 14 ahead of the show’s first preview performance on Wednesday, November 15. 

First Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; Circa Pintig Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Nov 13, 2023


The first wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 13th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Joshua Boone, Emma Pittman & More Join the Cast of THE OUTSIDERS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2023


Additional cast members will be joining Broadway premiere of The Outsiders, the new musical based on the seminal novel by S.E. Hinton & Francis Ford Coppola’s landmark motion picture. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 8, 2023


Rehearsals are udnerway for the new musical How to Dance in Ohio! Inspired by Alexandra Shiva’s Peabody Award-winning documentary of the same name, the new musical features book and lyrics by Rebekah Greer Melocik (she/her), music by Jacob Yandura (he/him), choreography by Mayte Natalio (she/her), and direction by Sammi Cannold. Check out a first look at the cast in rehearals!

Tickets to PETER PAN National Tour at the Aronoff Center to go On Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 8, 2023


Get your tickets for the newly-imagined national tour of Peter Pan, directed by Lonny Price and featuring choreography by Lorin Latarro. Don't miss out on this high-flying musical, premiering in Cincinnati at the Aronoff Center from March 12 - 24.

Sky Lakota-Lynch & More to Star in THE OUTSIDERS on Broadway; Listen to the First Track 'Great Expectations' From OBC Recording
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 1, 2023


The initial cast has been revealed for the Broadway premiere of The Outsiders, the new musical based on the seminal novel by S.E. Hinton & Francis Ford Coppola’s landmark motion picture. See who is starring!

What We Know So Far About the The Who's TOMMY Broadway Revival
by Sidney Paterra - Oct 28, 2023


A sensation is coming back to Broadway! As BroadwayWorld reported earlier this week, the newly reimagined production of The Who's TOMMY will open on Broadway at the Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street) on March 28. What do we know so far about the much anticipated new revival?

The Who's TOMMY To Open On Broadway In 2024
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 26, 2023


The Pinball Wizard is back! The newly reimagined production of The Who's TOMMY will open on Broadway in the Spring of 2024.

Photos & Video: Full Cast Set for PETER PAN National Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2023


Get an exclusive look at the full cast of the PETER PAN National Tour. Meet the talented actors who will be bringing the beloved story of Peter Pan and Neverland to life on stage.

HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO to Celebrate Box Office to Opening Tomorrow With With Surprises, Merch and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2023


Looking to secure your seats for HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO? Don't miss out! The box office opens tomorrow. Get all the details on where and when to buy your tickets here.

Sarafina! FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Sarafina! have there been?
Sarafina! has had 4 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1987, Broadway which opened in 1988, Broadway which opened in 1988 and West End which opened in 1991.
What Tony Awards has Sarafina! been nominated for?
Best Musical , , Best Choreography for Ndaba Mhlongo, Best Choreography for Mbongeni Ngema, Best Direction of a Musical for Mbongeni Ngema Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Mbongeni Ngema and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Hugh Masakela.
What awards has Sarafina! been nominated for?
Sarafina! has been nominated for several awards. It was nominated for Outstanding Music at the Drama Desk Awards for both Hugh Masekela and Mbongeni Ngema.

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