Amadeus 1980 - Articles Page 9

Opened: December 17, 1980
Closing: October 16, 1983

Amadeus - 1980 - Broadway History , Info & More

Broadhurst Theatre (Broadway)
235 W. 44th St. New York, NY

'Amadeus' is set two hundred and fifty years ago in the count of the Austrian Emperor and details an ongoing confrontation between Antonio Salieri, the mediocre but established court composer and the volatile Mozart. Salieri displays his jealousy and hatred during the course of the play as he attempts to destroy and discredit Mozart.



This classic tale of genius vs. mediocrity is a historical masterpiece and was the winner of both a Tony and Oscar for best play and movie.

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Amadeus - 1980 - Broadway Articles Page 9

Miles Anderson, Jay Whittaker And More Lead Old Globe's Shakespeare Fest
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2011


Executive Producer Lou Spisto today announced principal casting for the Globe's 2011 Shakespeare Festival, performed in repertory in the Lowell Davies Festival Theatre.

COME FLY AWAY Joins Bushnell Broadway Series, 5/29-6/3
by Kelsey Denette - May 9, 2011


The new Broadway musical, COME FLY AWAY, conceived, choreographed, and directed by Tony Award-winner Twyla Tharp and featuring vocals by Frank Sinatra, will make its Connecticut premiere at The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts in Hartford May 29-June 3, 2012, as part of The Bushnell's 2011-2012 Broadway Series.

Photo Flash: Kushner & Eustis Talk HOMOSEXUAL'S GUIDE & More at Public Forum
by Jessica Lewis - May 9, 2011


The Public Theater hostd the final Public Forum evening of the season, 'Tony Kushner and Oskar Eustis in Conversation,' last night, May 8. In his new play, The Intelligent Homosexual's Guide to Capitalism and Socialism with a Key to the Scriptures, Kushner writes movingly about politics and family in America today-plus unions, real estate and love. Kushner and Eustis discussed these topics and more, with an introduction by special guest host Cynthia Nixon.

Cynthia Nixon to Host Politics and Theatre Discussion at the Public, 5/8
by BWW News Desk - May 8, 2011


The Public Theater (Oskar Eustis, Artistic Director; Joey Parnes Interim Executive Director) announced the final Public Forum evening of the season, 'Tony Kushner and Oskar Eustis in Conversation,' on Sunday, March 8 at 8 p.m. In his new play, The Intelligent Homosexual's Guide to Capitalism and Socialism with a Key to the Scriptures, Kushner writes movingly about politics and family in America today-plus unions, real estate and love. On Sunday, May 8, Kushner and Eustis will discuss these topics and more, with an introduction by special guest host Cynthia Nixon. Public Forum single tickets are $25 and go on sale beginning Thursday, April 21 at (212) 967-7555 or www.publictheater.org.

Complete Cast and Creative Team Announced for Old Globe Shakespeare Festival
by Kelsey Denette - May 4, 2011


Executive Producer Lou Spisto today announced the complete cast and creative team for The Old Globe's 2011 Shakespeare Festival, performed in repertory in the outdoor Lowell Davies Festival Theatre. Adrian Noble returns as the Artistic Director of the 2011 Festival and will direct Shakespeare's The Tempest and Peter Shaffer's Amadeus. Ron Daniels also returns and will direct Much Ado About Nothing.

PERFECT CRIME Celebrates 24th Anniversary
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 18, 2011


The longest-running play in New York City history is turning 24.

PERFECT CRIME Celebrates 24th Anniversary 4/18
by BWW News Desk - Apr 18, 2011


The longest-running play in New York City history is turning 24.

PERFECT CRIME Celebrates 24th Anniversary
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 15, 2011


The longest-running play in New York City history is turning 24.

Cynthia Nixon to Host Politics and Theatre Discussion at the Public, 5/8
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 14, 2011


The Public Theater (Oskar Eustis, Artistic Director; Joey Parnes Interim Executive Director) announced the final Public Forum evening of the season, 'Tony Kushner and Oskar Eustis in Conversation,' on Sunday, March 8 at 8 p.m. In his new play, The Intelligent Homosexual's Guide to Capitalism and Socialism with a Key to the Scriptures, Kushner writes movingly about politics and family in America today-plus unions, real estate and love. On Sunday, May 8, Kushner and Eustis will discuss these topics and more, with an introduction by special guest host Cynthia Nixon. Public Forum single tickets are $25 and go on sale beginning Thursday, April 21 at (212) 967-7555 or www.publictheater.org.

EDUCATING RITA Plays Huntington
by BWW News Desk - Apr 10, 2011


Huntington Theatre Company kicks off its spring of comedy with Educating Rita by Willy Russell (Shirley Valentine, Blood Brothers), welcoming back celebrated British director Maria Aitken.

Robin Wagner, Lewis Brown, et al. Win TDF/Irene Sharaff Awards
by BWW News Desk - Apr 8, 2011


Three-time Tony Award-winning scenic designer ROBIN WAGNER and esteemed costume designer LEWIS BROWN are among the 2011 TDF/Irene Sharaff Awards recipients. The awards will be presented at a ceremony on Friday, April 8 at 6:30pm at the Hudson Theatre (145 West 44th Street). Mr. Brown was selected to receive the 2011 TDF/Irene Sharaff Lifetime Achievement Award for costume design, and Tony Award-winning scenic designer Robin Wagner will receive the Robert L.B. Tobin Award for Sustained Excellence in Theatrical Design. Sadly, Mr. Brown passed away in January of 2011. His award will be accepted by his long-time colleague and friend, Albert Wolsky, who was the recipient of the 2010 TDF/Irene Sharaff Lifetime Achievement Award

James Levine: 40 Years at The Met Opera to be Published by Amadeus Press
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 8, 2011


James Levine: 40 Years at The Metropolitan Opera, an extraordinary insider's view of the legendary conductor's Met career, illustrated with vivid historic photographs, will be published by Amadeus Press, an imprint of Hal Leonard, on May 3, and available for $32 at the Met Opera Shop and national retailers.

Robin Wagner, Lewis Brown, et al. Win TDF/Irene Sharaff Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 22, 2011


Three-time Tony Award-winning scenic designer ROBIN WAGNER and esteemed costume designer LEWIS BROWN are among the 2011 TDF/Irene Sharaff Awards recipients. The awards will be presented at a ceremony on Friday, April 8 at 6:30pm at the Hudson Theatre (145 West 44th Street). Mr. Brown was selected to receive the 2011 TDF/Irene Sharaff Lifetime Achievement Award for costume design, and Tony Award-winning scenic designer Robin Wagner will receive the Robert L.B. Tobin Award for Sustained Excellence in Theatrical Design. Sadly, Mr. Brown passed away in January of 2011. His award will be accepted by his long-time colleague and friend, Albert Wolsky, who was the recipient of the 2010 TDF/Irene Sharaff Lifetime Achievement Award

EDUCATING RITA Plays Huntington
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 10, 2011


Huntington Theatre Company kicks off its spring of comedy with Educating Rita by Willy Russell (Shirley Valentine, Blood Brothers), welcoming back celebrated British director Maria Aitken.

Miles Anderson, Jay Whittaker And More Lead Old Globe's Shakespeare Fest
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 9, 2011


Executive Producer Lou Spisto today announced principal casting for the Globe's 2011 Shakespeare Festival, performed in repertory in the Lowell Davies Festival Theatre.

Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Announces Noms For 2010 Achievements
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 25, 2011


The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle has announced its nominations and special awards for excellence in Los Angeles and Orange County theatre for the year 2010 (Dec. 1, 2009 - Nov. 30, 2010).

SINATRA Dance With Me Debuts a New Romance at Wynn Las Vegas 12/11
by BWW News Desk - Dec 11, 2010


To celebrate and honor Frank Sinatra's 95th birthday on December 12, Wynn Las Vegas will premiere performances of SINATRA Dance With Me in the Encore Theateron December 11, 2010.

Tharp's Sinatra Wynn Special to Feature COME FLY AWAY Company
by Jessica Lewis - Dec 7, 2010


Twyla Tharp's new show at Wynn Las Vegas - SINATRA Dance With Me - will feature 14 of the world's finest dancers, including Karine Plantadit, Keith Roberts, Laurie Kanyok, John Selya, Laura Mead, Charlie Neshyba-Hodges, Marielys Molina, Matthew Stockwell Dibble, Todd Burnsed, Michelle Camaya, Kyle DesChamps, Meredith Miles, Mark Myars, Candy Olsen, Justin Peck, Carolyn Doherty, Amanda Edge, Cody Green and Ronny Todorowski.

Anne-Sophie Mutter Begins Residency with New York Philharmonic 11/14
by BWW News Desk - Nov 20, 2010


Violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter joins the New York Philharmonic in the 2010-11 season as The Mary and James G. Wallach Artist-in-Residence. In this role she will perform three concerts with the Orchestra, conducted by Alan Gilbert, Michael Tilson Thomas, and Michael Francis (in his Philharmonic debut); two chamber concerts - with violist Yuri Bashmet and cellist Lynn Harrell in the first - and double bass player Roman Patkoló and Philharmonic musicians in the second; and a recital with her long-time collaborator, pianist Lambert Orkis. Ms. Mutter's programs will reflect a mix of eras, offering established violin repertoire alongside new works.

Anne-Sophie Mutter Begins Residency with New York Philharmonic 11/14
by BWW News Desk - Nov 19, 2010


Violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter joins the New York Philharmonic in the 2010-11 season as The Mary and James G. Wallach Artist-in-Residence. In this role she will perform three concerts with the Orchestra, conducted by Alan Gilbert, Michael Tilson Thomas, and Michael Francis (in his Philharmonic debut); two chamber concerts - with violist Yuri Bashmet and cellist Lynn Harrell in the first - and double bass player Roman Patkoló and Philharmonic musicians in the second; and a recital with her long-time collaborator, pianist Lambert Orkis. Ms. Mutter's programs will reflect a mix of eras, offering established violin repertoire alongside new works.

Anne-Sophie Mutter Begins Residency with New York Philharmonic 11/14
by BWW News Desk - Nov 14, 2010


Violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter joins the New York Philharmonic in the 2010-11 season as The Mary and James G. Wallach Artist-in-Residence. In this role she will perform three concerts with the Orchestra, conducted by Alan Gilbert, Michael Tilson Thomas, and Michael Francis (in his Philharmonic debut); two chamber concerts - with violist Yuri Bashmet and cellist Lynn Harrell in the first - and double bass player Roman Patkoló and Philharmonic musicians in the second; and a recital with her long-time collaborator, pianist Lambert Orkis. Ms. Mutter's programs will reflect a mix of eras, offering established violin repertoire alongside new works.

THE KITE RUNNER Comes To The Cleveland Playhouse 10/15-11/7
by BWW News Desk - Nov 7, 2010


Based on the acclaimed novel that spent over five years on The New York Times bestseller list, this topical and touching story of friendship, family, and redemption is now brought to the stage.

SINATRA Dance With Me Debuts a New Romance at Wynn Las Vegas 12/11
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 19, 2010


To celebrate and honor Frank Sinatra's 95th birthday on December 12, Wynn Las Vegas will premiere performances of SINATRA Dance With Me in the Encore Theateron December 11, 2010.

THE KITE RUNNER Comes To The Cleveland Playhouse 10/15-11/7
by BWW News Desk - Oct 15, 2010


Based on the acclaimed novel that spent over five years on The New York Times bestseller list, this topical and touching story of friendship, family, and redemption is now brought to the stage.

Anne-Sophie Mutter Begins Residency with New York Philharmonic 11/14
by Erica Anker - Oct 12, 2010


Violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter joins the New York Philharmonic in the 2010-11 season as The Mary and James G. Wallach Artist-in-Residence. In this role she will perform three concerts with the Orchestra, conducted by Alan Gilbert, Michael Tilson Thomas, and Michael Francis (in his Philharmonic debut); two chamber concerts - with violist Yuri Bashmet and cellist Lynn Harrell in the first - and double bass player Roman Patkoló and Philharmonic musicians in the second; and a recital with her long-time collaborator, pianist Lambert Orkis. Ms. Mutter's programs will reflect a mix of eras, offering established violin repertoire alongside new works.

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What productions of Amadeus have there been?
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What Tony Awards has Amadeus been nominated for?
Amadeus has been nominated for several Tony Awards. These include nominations for Best Play, Best Costume Design for John Bury, Best Direction of a Play for Peter Hall, Best Lighting Design for John Bury, and Best Scenic Design for John Bury.
What Tony Awards has Amadeus won?
Amadeus has won several Tony Awards, including Best Play, Best Costume Design for John Bury, Best Direction of a Play for Peter Hall, Best Lighting Design for John Bury, and Best Scenic Design for John Bury.
What awards has Amadeus been nominated for?
Amadeus has been nominated for several awards, including Best Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards. It has also received nominations at the Drama Desk Awards, including Outstanding Costume Design for John Bury, Outstanding Director of a Play for Peter Hall, Outstanding Lighting Design for John Bury, Outstanding Play for Peter Shaffer, and Outstanding Set Design for John Bury.
What awards has Amadeus won?
Amadeus has won several awards, including Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for John Bury, Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Peter Hall, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for John Bury, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Peter Shaffer, and Outstanding Set Design (Drama Desk Awards) for John Bury.

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