Sarafina! 1988 - Articles Page 14

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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Stage Entertainment Presents LION KING July-November
by Emily Faye Oakley - Jul 12, 2010


Disneys DER KÖNIG DER LÖWEN ist weit mehr als ein Musical, es ist ein Bühnenkunstwerk, ein kreatives Feuerwerk der Emotionen. Die Ausnahme-Produktion verzaubert mit atemberaubenden Masken, fantastischen Kostümen und unvergesslichen Klängen - einer Mischung aus Popmusik von Sir Elton John und original afrikanischen Rhythmen. Julie Taymor schuf aus dem weltweit erfolgreichsten Disney-Trickfilm ein völlig eigenständiges Bühnenwerk.

Black Rep Concludes Their Season with THE ME NOBODY KNOWS 6/2-6/27
by BWW News Desk - Jun 27, 2010


Through a generous donation from MasterCard The Black Rep will Celebrate the Next Generation. The Next Generation program was developed to encourage adults to bring youth to live theatre performances. Through the MasterCard Next Generation program, Black Rep Patrons may obtain a complimentary youth ticket when a regular priced adult ticket is purchased using a MasterCard. When patrons use their MasterCard, but do not utilize the free youth ticket, the ticket is 'banked' for future use.

2010 Gala Honoring Bernard Gersten and Bank of America Held 6/21
by BWW News Desk - Jun 21, 2010


The 2010 Summer Gala will honor Lincoln Center Theater Executive Producer and former Public Theater Associate Producer Bernard Gersten and Bank of America. The Gala will be held on Monday, June 21 at the Delacorte Theater in Central Park and will include a dinner under the stars, a performance of The Merchant of Venice featuring Al Pacino as Shylock and a party afterward at the Belvedere Castle.

Black Rep Concludes Their Season with THE ME NOBODY KNOWS 6/2-6/27
by Chris Gibson - Jun 1, 2010


Through a generous donation from MasterCard The Black Rep will Celebrate the Next Generation. The Next Generation program was developed to encourage adults to bring youth to live theatre performances. Through the MasterCard Next Generation program, Black Rep Patrons may obtain a complimentary youth ticket when a regular priced adult ticket is purchased using a MasterCard. When patrons use their MasterCard, but do not utilize the free youth ticket, the ticket is 'banked' for future use.

The Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts Announces 2010/11 Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 17, 2010


The 2010/11 season at the Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts features six distinct performance series that highlight amazing artists and extraordinary experiences. This season showcases a world-class roster of performers including international theatre companies, jazz and world music greats, superstar dance companies and Philadelphia's most edgy and innovative artists.

Brandon Victor Dixon to Lead UNCHAIN MY HEART as 'Ray Charles' on Bway; Opens Nov. 7
by Jessica Lewis - Apr 29, 2010


The cast of UNCHAIN MY HEART, The Ray Charles Musical, will be lead by Brandon Victor Dixon (2010 Lortel, Drama League & Outer Critics Circle nominee for The Scottsboro Boys, 2006 Tony nominee for The Color Purple) starring as 'Ray Charles' and Nikki Renée Daniels (Promises, Promises, Nine) as 'Della'.

THE LION KING Plays The Academy of Music Through April 24
by BWW News Desk - Apr 24, 2010


Casting has been announced for the Philadelphia engagement of Disney's THE LION KING. Philadelphia's most eagerly awaited return will once again leap onto the Academy of Music stage from Tuesday, March 23 to Saturday, April 24.

2010 Gala Honoring Bernard Gersten and Bank of America Held 6/21
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 5, 2010


The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis; Executive Director Andrew D. Hamingson) announced today that the 2010 Summer Gala will honor Lincoln Center Theater Executive Producer and former Public Theater Associate Producer Bernard Gersten and Bank of America.

THE LION KING Set for Limited Engagement at the Academy of Music, 3/23-4/24
by BWW News Desk - Mar 23, 2010


Casting has been announced for the Philadelphia engagement of Disney's THE LION KING. Philadelphia's most eagerly awaited return will once again leap onto the Academy of Music stage from Tuesday, March 23 to Saturday, April 24.

Casting Announced for THE LION KING's Limited Engagement at the Academy of Music
by BWW News Desk - Feb 23, 2010


Casting has been announced for the Philadelphia engagement of Disney's THE LION KING. Philadelphia's most eagerly awaited return will once again leap onto the Academy of Music stage from Tuesday, March 23 to Saturday, April 24.

Black Rep Kicks Off Their 33rd Season with ROMEO AND JULIET Jan 13
by Chris Gibson - Jan 12, 2010


The summer of love gives way to a summer of hate as two families fight to rule the streets. Inspired by social movements and popular music of the late '60's, The Black Rep's dynamic production of ROMEO AND JULIET follows the Montagues and Capulets in their tragic dance with honor and destiny. And in the middle of it all, the world's most famous couple reminds us that love is the real revolution.

Black Rep Kicks Off Holiday Season with BLACK NATIVITY 11/27 at the Grandel for a Four Week Run
by BWW News Desk - Nov 27, 2009


Adapted and directed by Black Rep producing director Ron Himes, BLACK NATIVITY tells St. Luke's story of the birth of Christ with an ensemble cast that features inspiring gospel songs and graceful dancing. The Black Rep first produced BLACK NATIVITY 20 years ago, and will reprise the play as a prelude to its 33rd season, which begins in January.

Black Rep Kicks Off Holiday Season with BLACK NATIVITY 11/27 at the Grandel for a Four Week Run
by Chris Gibson - Nov 19, 2009


Adapted and directed by Black Rep producing director Ron Himes, BLACK NATIVITY tells St. Luke's story of the birth of Christ with an ensemble cast that features inspiring gospel songs and graceful dancing. The Black Rep first produced BLACK NATIVITY 20 years ago, and will reprise the play as a prelude to its 33rd season, which begins in January.

Confirmed: Oscar Winner Jennifer Hudson Set for 'Winnie' Mandela Biopic Role
by Jessica Lewis - Nov 18, 2009


Variety has confirmed that Jennifer Hudson, the multi-talented actress-singer whose accolades include an Academy Award for the movie 'Dreamgirls' and a Grammy for 'Best R&B Album' is set to star in the indie biopic about South African leader Winnie Mandela.

THE LION KING Leaps Into San Diego's Civic Theatre 10/13-11/3, Carter Joins as 'Scar'
by BWW News Desk - Nov 3, 2009


Disney's THE LION KING, San Diego's most eagerly awaited stage production ever, will leap onto the Civic Theatre stage from Tuesday, October 13 to Sunday, November 8. Press opening night is Thursday, October 15 at 7:30PM. This engagement is currently one of seven productions running worldwide along with New York, London, Hamburg, Tokyo, Paris and Las Vegas.

THE LION KING Leaps Into San Diego's Civic Theatre 10/13-11/3, Carter Joins as 'Scar'
by BWW News Desk - Oct 13, 2009


Disney's THE LION KING, San Diego's most eagerly awaited stage production ever, will leap onto the Civic Theatre stage from Tuesday, October 13 to Sunday, November 8. Press opening night is Thursday, October 15 at 7:30PM. This engagement is currently one of seven productions running worldwide along with New York, London, Hamburg, Tokyo, Paris and Las Vegas.

Casting Announced for Disney's THE LION KING At The Civic Theatre 10/13
by BWW News Desk - Oct 13, 2009


Casting has been announced for the San Diego engagement of Disney's THE LION KING. San Diego's most eagerly awaited stage production ever will leap onto the Civic Theatre stage from Tuesday, October 13 to Sunday, November 8.

Photo Flash: Dionne Randolph, Timothy Carter and Chaz Marcus Fleming in San Diego's THE LION KING
by Jessica Lewis - Oct 7, 2009


Disney's THE LION KING, San Diego's eagerly awaited stage production, will leap onto the Civic Theatre stage from Tuesday, October 13 to Sunday, November 8. Opening night is Thursday, October 15 at 7:30PM. This engagement is currently one of seven productions running worldwide along with New York, London, Hamburg, Tokyo, Paris and Las Vegas.

THE LION KING Leaps Into San Diego's Civic Theatre 10/13-11/3, Carter Joins as 'Scar'
by Alexandra Johnson - Sep 29, 2009


Disney's THE LION KING, San Diego's most eagerly awaited stage production ever, will leap onto the Civic Theatre stage from Tuesday, October 13 to Sunday, November 8. Press opening night is Thursday, October 15 at 7:30PM. This engagement is currently one of seven productions running worldwide along with New York, London, Hamburg, Tokyo, Paris and Las Vegas.

Casting Announced for Disney's THE LION KING At The Civic Theatre 10/13
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 14, 2009


Casting has been announced for the San Diego engagement of Disney's THE LION KING. San Diego's most eagerly awaited stage production ever will leap onto the Civic Theatre stage from Tuesday, October 13 to Sunday, November 8.

Westport Country Playhouse To Present Symposium With Lincoln Center Theater's Bernard Gersten 8/30
by BWW News Desk - Aug 30, 2009


Westport Country Playhouse will present a Sunday Symposium titled, '?That Championship Season': Rediscovering an American Classic,' following the Sunday, August 30, 3 p.m. matinee performance of 'That Championship Season.' Guest speaker will be Bernard Gersten, executive producer of Lincoln Center Theater and former associate producer of The Public Theater in New York (1960 - 1978), in which capacity he was the associate producer of the original production of 'That Championship Season.'

Fugard's COMING HOME With Elam, Henry & More Plays Fountain Theatre Thru 8/29
by BWW News Desk - Aug 29, 2009


The Fountain Theatre continues its unique relationship with one of the world's greatest living playwrights, Athol Fugard, with the West Coast premiere of Coming Home. Stephen Sachs directs Matthew Elam, Deidrie Henry, Noah Murtadha, Thomas Silcott, Timothy Taylor and Adolphus Ward in Fugard's newest work, which opened June 20 and continues through August 29.

Fugard's COMING HOME With Elam, Henry & More Plays Fountain Theatre 6/20-8/29
by BWW News Desk - Aug 29, 2009


The Fountain Theatre continues its unique relationship with one of the world's greatest living playwrights, Athol Fugard, with the West Coast premiere of Coming Home. Stephen Sachs directs Matthew Elam, Deidrie Henry, Noah Murtadha, Thomas Silcott, Timothy Taylor and Adolphus Ward in Fugard's newest work, which opens June 20 and continues through August 29. Low-priced previews begin June 13.

Westport Country Playhouse To Present Symposium With Lincoln Center Theater's Bernard Gersten 8/30
by Charlie Piane - Aug 20, 2009


Westport Country Playhouse will present a Sunday Symposium titled, '?That Championship Season': Rediscovering an American Classic,' following the Sunday, August 30, 3 p.m. matinee performance of 'That Championship Season.' Guest speaker will be Bernard Gersten, executive producer of Lincoln Center Theater and former associate producer of The Public Theater in New York (1960 - 1978), in which capacity he was the associate producer of the original production of 'That Championship Season.'

Harris, Randolph, Mkhize & More Cast In Calgary Engagement Of THE LION KING, Opens 8/4
by BWW News Desk - Aug 4, 2009


Casting has been announced for the Calgary engagement of Disney's THE LION KING. Calgary's most eagerly awaited stage production ever will leap onto the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium stage from Tuesday August 4 to Sunday, August 30. The press opening night is Thursday, August 6 at 8 pm. This Calgary engagement is currently one of eight productions running worldwide along with New York, London, Hamburg, Tokyo, Paris, Fukuoka and Las Vegas.

Other Productions of Sarafina!

1987   Off-Broadway Original Off-Broadway Production
Off-Broadway
1988   Broadway Broadway Transfer
Broadway
1991   West End London Production
West End

Sarafina! - 1988 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1988 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music Hugh Masekela
1988 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music Mbongeni Ngema
1988 Tony Awards Best Choreography Ndaba Mhlongo
1988 Tony Awards Best Choreography Mbongeni Ngema
1988 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Mbongeni Ngema
1988 Tony Awards Best Musical Lincoln Center Theater
1988 Tony Awards Best Musical Gregory Mosher
1988 Tony Awards Best Musical Bernard Gersten
1988 Tony Awards Best Musical Lucille Lortel
1988 Tony Awards Best Musical The Shubert Organization
1988 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Mbongeni Ngema
1988 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Hugh Masakela
1988 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Leleti Khumalo

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