Ain't Misbehavin' 1978 - Articles Page 13

Opened: May 9, 1978
Closing: February 21, 1982

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West Coast Ensemble's BIG: The Musical Extends Through 7/26 At El Centro Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Jul 26, 2009


West Coast Ensemble is thrilled to announce that their critically-acclaimed, smash-hit production of BIG, The Musical, with book by John Weidman, music by David Shire, lyrics by Richard Maltby, Jr., based on the motion picture 'BIG' written by Gary Ross and Anne Spielberg and directed by Richard Israel (Floyd Collins, Assassins) is EXTENDING THROUGH SUNDAY, JULY 26 at West Coast Ensemble's new home - The El Centro Theatre, 800 N. El Centro Ave. in Hollywood.

AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' Gets Extemded Through 8/9 At Olney Theatre Center
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 22, 2009


National Players' summer musical, Ain't Misbehavin', keeps on swingin' at Olney. The award-winning revue has been extended toAugust 9. Ain't Misbehavin' plays the Historic Stage now through August 9. Tickets are $26, with discounts available to groups and students. Callthe Box Office at 301.924.3400 or visit olneytheatre.org for tickets.

West Coast Ensemble's BIG: The Musical Extends Through 7/26 At El Centro Theatre
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 8, 2009


West Coast Ensemble is thrilled to announce that their critically-acclaimed, smash-hit production of BIG, The Musical, with book by John Weidman, music by David Shire, lyrics by Richard Maltby, Jr., based on the motion picture 'BIG' written by Gary Ross and Anne Spielberg and directed by Richard Israel (Floyd Collins, Assassins) is EXTENDING THROUGH SUNDAY, JULY 26 at West Coast Ensemble's new home - The El Centro Theatre, 800 N. El Centro Ave. in Hollywood.

La Mirada Theatre Presents RING OF FIRE 6/5 - 6/21
by BWW News Desk - Jun 5, 2009


La Mirada Theatre For the Performing Arts and McCoy Rigby Entertainment are thrilled to present the fifth and final production of La Mirada Theatre?s 2008-2009 season of shows, the West Coast Premiere of a new and completely revised production of Ring of Fire, created by Tony Award-winner Richard Maltby, Jr., conceived by William Meade, orchestrations by Steven Bishop and Jeff Lisenby, choreography by Jane Lanier and directed by and starring one of the original cast members from the Broadway production, Jason Edwards. Ring of Fire will begin performances on Friday, June 5 and will run through Sunday, June 21 at La Mirada Theatre For the Performing Arts, 14900 La Mirada Boulevard in La Mirada, near the intersection of Rosecrans Avenue.

RING OF FIRE Closes Out The 2009-2009 Season At La Mirada Theatre, Opens 6/5
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 1, 2009


La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts and McCoy Rigby Entertainment are thrilled to present the fifth and final production of La Mirada Theatre?s 2008-2009 season of shows, the West Coast Premiere of a new and completely revised production of RING OF FIRE, created by Tony Award-winner Richard Maltby, Jr., conceived by William Meade, orchestrations by Steven Bishop and Jeff Lisenby, choreography by Jane Lanier and directed by and starring one of the original cast members from the Broadway production, Jason Edwards.

RIALTO CHATTER: Hard Times? Sell Your Tony!
by Rialto Chatter - May 28, 2009


When times are tough, the tough sell their Tony Awards. That is Jane Gaynor's plan, anyway. Gaynor, a producer of the 1978 original Broadway production of 'Ain't Misbehavin', is selling the Tony Award, and a slew of other theatrical artifacts, to the highest bidder in an effort to raise funds for those close to her.

La Mirada Theatre Presents RING OF FIRE 6/5 - 6/21
by Reynard Loki - May 7, 2009


La Mirada Theatre For the Performing Arts and McCoy Rigby Entertainment are thrilled to present the fifth and final production of La Mirada Theatre?s 2008-2009 season of shows, the West Coast Premiere of a new and completely revised production of Ring of Fire, created by Tony Award-winner Richard Maltby, Jr., conceived by William Meade, orchestrations by Steven Bishop and Jeff Lisenby, choreography by Jane Lanier and directed by and starring one of the original cast members from the Broadway production, Jason Edwards. Ring of Fire will begin performances on Friday, June 5 and will run through Sunday, June 21 at La Mirada Theatre For the Performing Arts, 14900 La Mirada Boulevard in La Mirada, near the intersection of Rosecrans Avenue.

Barry-Hill, Eskew, MyQueen, Ryan & Walton to Star in Center Theatre Group's "Ain't Misbehavin"
by Robert Diamond - Mar 9, 2009


Center Theatre Group announces the casting for one of Broadway's most beloved musicals, the irresistible, toe-tapping, finger-snapping Tony Award-winning revue 'Ain't Misbehavin',' The Fats Waller Musical Show, opening April 24, 2009, at the Ahmanson Theatre. Previews begin April 18 and performances continue through May 31.

'THE STORY OF MY LIFE' Comes To Broadway 2/3/09
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 24, 2008


This February, THE STORY OF MY LIFE, a new musical comes to Broadway. Starring Will Chase (Rent, Aida, The Full Monty) and Tony Award nominee Malcolm Gets (Amour, Merrily We Roll Along, 'Caroline in the City'), the show is directed by Tony Award winner Richard Maltby, Jr. (Ain't Misbehavin', Song & Dance), THE STORY OF MY LIFE features a score by Neil Bartram and a book by Brian Hill. Performances begin Tuesday, February 3rd on Broadway at The Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street). Opening night is Thursday, February 19th at 7:30PM.

Abraham, Hearn and Henner Set For 'Grumpy Old Men' Industry Reading; Full Casting Announced
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 29, 2008


Theatrical Producers Jeff Gardner and Ken Denison, are pleased to announce that they have assembled an all-star cast for a reading of their new musical GRUMPY OLD MEN: THE MUSICAL to be presented in New York City in October. The reading is not open to the public, and is by invitation only.

Ain't Misbehavin' comes to Goodman Theatre
by Chicago News Desk - Jun 28, 2008


Thirty years after its Tony Award-winning world premiere, Ain't Misbehavin'comes to Goodman Theatre in a brand new production.

Melba Moore Stars in 'Ain't Misbehavin' at Prince
by BWW News Desk - Nov 8, 2007


Tony Award-winning musical performer Melba Moore will bring her famous four octave voice to the intimate Prince Music Theater when their Holiday production of Ain't Misbehavin' takes to the stage on December 4. Rounding out the headliners will be Broadway performers Eugene Fleming and Ken Prymus.

Masterworks & Playbill Debut 2 Editors' Choice Compilations
by BWW News Desk - Mar 11, 2007


Masterworks Broadway, a label born out of the SONY/BMG merger, has gathered together collection of these 'sleeper' hits sung by some of the theater's most talented performers in its new release, 'Broadway Scene Stealers,' featuring songs sung by supporting characters in musicals.

Photo Coverage: Broadway by the Year: 1978
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jun 22, 2006


Some of Broadway's brightest--including Bryan Batt, Mary Bond Davis and more--were featured in the cast of 'The Broadway Musicals of 1978' on June 19th

Broadway Musicals of 1978, 6/19, to Feature 13 Stars
by BWW News Desk - Jun 14, 2006


Some of Broadway's brightest are featured in the complete cast of 'The Broadway Musicals of 1978;' in fact, the closing night concert of Broadway by the Year's sixth season will include the most performers in the series' history

Carmello, White & Davis Join Bway Musicals of 1978, 6/19
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2006


Carolee Carmello, Lari White and Mary Bond Davis have joined the starry cast of 'The Broadway Musicals of 1978,' which will be performed on June 19th

Lake, Manheim, Weber Star in Working Reading at Reprise!, Sept. 26
by BWW News Desk - Sep 8, 2005


Ricki Lake, Camryn Manheim, Steven Weber, Kathy Najimy and others will headline a staged reading of Working presented by Reprise! on September 26th in LA

Shanley's Doubt Begins Previews Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Mar 9, 2005


DOUBT, the critically acclaimed new play by John Patrick Shanley, begins previews tonight on Broadway at the Walter Kerr Theatre (219 West 48th Street, between Broadway and Eighth Avenue). The production, directed by Doug Hughes, opens Thursday, March 31st.

Tickets now on sale for Sondheim "CHILDREN AND ART" All-Star Gala Benefit
by BWW News Desk - Feb 17, 2005


The Honorable William Jefferson Clinton and Barbra Streisand (Honorary Chairs), with Young Playwrights Inc. and producers Richard Maltby, Jr., Kevin Stites and Sheri M. Goldhirsch are proud to present 'CHILDREN AND ART,' a spectacular musical gala evening in celebration of Stephen Sondheim's 75th birthday, for one performance only at Broadway's New Amsterdam Theatre (214 West 42nd Street) on Monday, March 21, 2005 (7:30 p.m. curtain), the eve of Sondheim's birthday.

Doubt begins March 9 on Broadway at the Walter Kerr Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Feb 11, 2005


The Manhattan Theatre Club production of DOUBT, the critically acclaimed new play by John Patrick Shanley, will open on Broadway on Thursday, March 31st at the Walter Kerr Theatre (219 West 48th Street, between Broadway and Eighth Avenue). The production, directed by Doug Hughes, will begin previews on Wednesday, March 9th.

Ain't Misbehavin' FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Ain't Misbehavin' have there been?
Ain't Misbehavin' has had 13 productions including Broadway which opened in 1978, Broadway which opened in 1978, US Tour which opened in 1979, West End which opened in 1979, US Tour which opened in 1979, US Tour which opened in 1979, Broadway which opened in 1988, Broadway which opened in 1988, US Tour which opened in 1995, West End which opened in 1995, Milburn, NJ (Regional) which opened in 2003, Beverly, MA (Regional) which opened in 2006 and US Tour which opened in 2008.
What Tony Awards has Ain't Misbehavin' been nominated for?
Best Musical , , Best Choreography for Arthur Faria and Best Direction of a Musical for Richard Maltby, Jr.
What Tony Awards has Ain't Misbehavin' won?
Best Musical, Best Choreography for Arthur Faria, Best Direction of a Musical for Richard Maltby, Jr, .
What awards has Ain't Misbehavin' been nominated for?
Ain't Misbehavin' has been nominated for several awards. It was nominated for Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards. Additionally, Nell Carter was nominated for Performance at the Theatre World Awards, and Armelia McQueen was also nominated for Performance at the Theatre World Awards.
What awards has Ain't Misbehavin' won?
Ain't Misbehavin' has won several awards, including Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards. Additionally, Nell Carter and Armelia McQueen received Performance awards at the Theatre World Awards for their roles in the show.

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