Brighton Beach Memoirs 1983 - Articles Page 3.4

Opened: March 27, 1983
Closing: May 11, 1986

Brighton Beach Memoirs - 1983 - Broadway History , Info & More

46th Street Theatre
226 W.46th St. New York, NY

Set in the Brighton Beach section of Brooklyn, New York in September 1937, this coming of age comedy focuses, thru the eyes of its narrator, 15-year old Eugene Morris Jerome, writer-to-be and alternately perplexed and perceptive observer and guide, on life with the Jerome family. Eugene is a Polish Jewish American teenager who experiences puberty, sexual awakening and a search for identity as he tries to deal with his Depression-era family. Eugene, his parents, Kate and Jack, and his brother Stanley have shared their home for the last three years with Kate's sister Blanche and her two daughters Nora and Laurie since the death of their father. This extended family is troubled by illness, unemployment, poverty, deep resentments and foreboding signs of World War II, but as portrayed by Neil Simon, their lives are neither miserable or pitiful. The family meets their challenges with innocence, dignity, warmth, vigor and spirit, showing that life, at once humorous and poignant, is something to celebrate by all. "Simultaneously poignant and funny. An outstanding show!" - Variety. "A hilarious comedy... A delightful and enriching experience." -CBS-TV

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Fox Valley Rep Presents BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS, Now thru 10/19
by BWW News Desk - Aug 28, 2014


Fox Valley Repertory continues their 2014 theater series with Neil Simon's heart-warming family comedy, Brighton Beach Memoirs. This coming-of-age memoir, directed by Ronan Marra, will take place at the Pheasant Run Resort Mainstage tonight, August 28 - October 19, 2014.

Fox Valley Rep to Present BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS, 8/28-10/19
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 13, 2014


Fox Valley Repertory continues their 2014 theater series with Neil Simon's heart-warming family comedy, Brighton Beach Memoirs. This coming-of-age memoir, directed by Ronan Marra, will take place at the Pheasant Run Resort Mainstage August 28 - October 19, 2014 (4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, IL; box office 630-584-6342).

Jason Alexander Directs BROADWAY BOUND at the Odyssey, Beginning Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Aug 2, 2014


Heartwarming, poignant -- and hilarious. Odyssey Theatre Ensemble presents a revival of Neil Simon's semi-autobiographical dramatic comedy, Broadway Bound, directed by Jason Alexander (Seinfeld), who created the role of 'Stanley' in the original Broadway production. The 8-week run at the Odyssey Theatre is set to open tonight, Aug. 2.

Jason Alexander to Direct BROADWAY BOUND at the Odyssey, 8/2-9/21
by BWW News Desk - Jul 1, 2014


Heartwarming, poignant -- and hilarious. Odyssey Theatre Ensemble presents a revival of Neil Simon's semi-autobiographical dramatic comedy, Broadway Bound, directed by Jason Alexander (Seinfeld), who created the role of 'Stanley' in the original Broadway production. The 8-week run at the Odyssey Theatre is set to open Aug. 2.

Fairchild, Cope, Cox, Paice, Uranowitz & von Essen to Star in AN AMERICAN IN PARIS!; Plays Winter in Paris, Spring 2015 on Broadway!
by BWW News Desk - Jun 30, 2014


Principal casting has been announced for the upcoming world premiere production of AN AMERICAN IN PARIS. The cast will include Robert Fairchild as Jerry Mulligan, Leanne Cope as Lise Dassin, Veanne Cox as Madame Baurel, Jill Paice as Milo Davenport, Brandon Uranowitz as Adam Hochberg, and Max Von Essen as Henri Baurel.

VIDEO: Megan Mullally to Join Matthew Broderick & Nathan Lane in Broadway's IT'S ONLY A PLAY This Fall!
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 3, 2014


During the appearance, Mullally shared that she will be starring in a new comedy by Terrance McNally.

Matthew Broderick and Nathan Lane to Reunite in IT'S ONLY A PLAY on Broadway This Fall; Jack O'Brien to Direct!
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2014


The New York Times reports that THE PRODUCERS stars Matthew Broderick and Nathan Lane will reunite in a new version of Terrence McNally's IT'S ONLY A PLAY, directed by Jack O'Brien and opening on Broadway in September 2014. No word yet on where the show will run.

Photo Flash: First Look at Farmington Valley Stage's BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS
by BWW News Desk - Feb 7, 2014


Take two families, put them in cramped conditions under one roof during the Great Depression and what do you get? BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS, Neil Simon's award-winning blend of comedy and conflict, which will be produced by Farmington Valley Stage Company this February! Winner of the New York Drama Critic's Circle Award for Best Play 1983. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS Set for Canton Town Hall, Beg. Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 7, 2014


Under the direction of Bloomfield's Chris Bushey, BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS will be performed tonight, February 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 & 22 at 8:00pm, and February 9 & 16 at 2:00pm, at the Canton Town Hall (4 Market Street, Collinsville, CT). Tickets are $25, and may be purchased online at www.FVStage.org.

BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS Set for Canton Town Hall, Begin. 2/7
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 30, 2014


Under the direction of Bloomfield's Chris Bushey, BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS will be performed February 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 & 22 at 8:00pm, and February 9 & 16 at 2:00pm, at the Canton Town Hall (4 Market Street, Collinsville, CT). Tickets are $25, and may be purchased online at www.FVStage.org.

THE PLAYBOY OF THE WESTERN WORLD to Begin Previews 2/4 at Raven Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 6, 2014


Raven Theatre will present THE PLAYBOY OF THE WESTERN WORLD, by J.M. Synge, and directed by Michael Menedian. The show will begin previews on Feb. 4, and continue through Feb. 9, with ticket prices at $22. Opening night is set for Feb. 10, and the show wil run through April 5, Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 pm, Sundays at 3 pm Tickets $36, $15 for students, teachers and military personnel, $5 discount for seniors

Megan Byrne, Peter Friedman, David Margulies and More Star in Playwrights Realm's THE HATMAKER'S WIFE, Beg. Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Aug 27, 2013


Critically acclaimed theatre company The Playwrights Realm presents the New York premiere of Lauren Yee's new play The Hatmaker's Wife, directed by recent OBIE Award winner Rachel Chavkin (Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812). The Hatmaker's Wife marks the first Playwrights Realm production at the Peter Jay Sharp Theater (416 West 42nd Street) in midtown Manhattan, following previous engagements in several downtown Off-Broadway venues. Previews begin tonight, August 27, for an opening Thursday, September 5.

Megan Byrne, Peter Friedman, David Margulies and More to Star in Playwrights Realm's THE HATMAKER'S WIFE; Cast Announced!
by BWW News Desk - Jul 29, 2013


Critically acclaimed theatre company The Playwrights Realm has announced the cast and creative team for the New York premiere of Lauren Yee's new play The Hatmaker's Wife, directed by recent OBIE Award winner Rachel Chavkin (Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812). The Hatmaker's Wife marks the first Playwrights Realm production at the Peter Jay Sharp Theater (416 West 42nd Street) in midtown Manhattan, following previous engagements in several downtown Off-Broadway venues. Previews begin Tuesday, August 27, for an opening Thursday, September 5.

EPAC Stages Neil Simon's BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS, Now thru 6/29
by BWW News Desk - Jun 13, 2013


Welcome to the comically heartwarming hearth of the Broadway and Hollywood hit, Brighton Beach Memoirs, the first play in Neil Simon's famous semi-autobiographical trilogy and winner of the New York Drama Critics Circle Best Play of 1983.

EPAC to Stage Neil Simon's BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS, 6/13-29
by Tyler Peterson - May 31, 2013


Welcome to the comically heartwarming hearth of the Broadway and Hollywood hit, Brighton Beach Memoirs, the first play in Neil Simon's famous semi-autobiographical trilogy and winner of the New York Drama Critics Circle Best Play of 1983.

North Coast Rep Extends THE ODD COUPLE Through May 12
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2013


North Coast Repertory Theatre presents THE ODD COUPLE by Neil Simon, directed by Andrew Barnicle. The show runs now through May 12, 2013, after a one-week extension!

THE HOW AND THE WHY Rounds Out TimeLine Theatre's 2013-14 Season
by BWW News Desk - Apr 30, 2013


TimeLine Theatre Company, dedicated to presenting plays inspired by history that connect to today's social and political issues, announces that The How and the Why by Sarah Treem (Netflix's House of Cards, HBO's In Treatment), directed by Keira Fromm and starring Janet Ulrich Brooks and Elizabeth Ledo, will be the third production of its 2013-14 season.

North Coast Rep's THE ODD COUPLE Begins Previews Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Apr 10, 2013


North Coast Repertory Theatre presents THE ODD COUPLE by Neil Simon, directed by Andrew Barnicle. The show will run in previews tonight, April 10 - 12, 2013 and continues April 13 - May 5, 2013.

STAGE TO SCREEN: Broadway Stars in Prime Time Tonight - April 3, 2013!
by BWW Special Coverage - Apr 3, 2013


Here are some of the familiar Broadway faces appearing in prime time tonight (Wednesday, March 27, 2013)!

North Coast Rep to Present THE ODD COUPLE, 4/10-5/5
by BWW News Desk - Mar 26, 2013


North Coast Repertory Theatre presents THE ODD COUPLE by Neil Simon, directed by Andrew Barnicle. The show will run in previews April 10 - 12, 2013 and continues April 13 - May 5, 2013.

Brian Dennehy to Lead THE STEWARD OF CHRISTENDOM at Mark Taper Forum in 2013
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 22, 2012


Five powerful productions have been scheduled for Center Theatre Group's 2013 season at the Mark Taper Forum, it was announced today by CTG Artistic Director Michael Ritchie.

BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS Opens the Rep's Season, 9/5
by Kelsey Denette - Aug 17, 2012


The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis (The Rep) presents Brighton Beach Memoirs by Neil Simon and directed by Steven Woolf. This intriguing and semi-autobiographical play will be performed on the Browning Mainstage of the Loretto-Hilton Center for the Performing Arts, 130 Edgar Road (on the campus of Webster University), Webster Groves, September 5-30, 2012.

Photo Coverage: Stephanie J. Block & More Celebrate the Transport Group with BABY Concert
by Kevin Thomas Garcia - Jun 19, 2012


Transport Group, the Drama Desk and OBIE award-winning theatre company, presented its one-night-only, all-star concert of the acclaimed 1983 Broadway musical Baby at the Lucille Lortel Theatre, last night, June 18.

Transport Group Presents One-Night BABY Concert Tonight, 6/18
by BWW News Desk - Jun 18, 2012


Transport Group, the Drama Desk and OBIE award-winning theatre company, presents a one-night-only, all-star concert of the acclaimed 1983 Broadway musical Baby, taking place tonight, Monday, June 18 at 7pm at the Lucille Lortel Theatre, 121 Christopher Street.

Malcolm Gets, Jessica Phillips, Wes Taylor, et al. Join BABY Concert, 6/18
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 1, 2012


Transport Group, the Drama Desk and OBIE award-winning theatre company, has announced final casting for its one-night-only, all-star concert of the acclaimed 1983 Broadway musical Baby, which will take place Monday, June 18 at 7pm at the Lucille Lortel Theatre, 121 Christopher Street.

Brighton Beach Memoirs FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Brighton Beach Memoirs have there been?
Brighton Beach Memoirs has had 3 productions including Broadway which opened in 1983, Broadway which opened in 1983 and Broadway which opened in 2009.
What Tony Awards has Brighton Beach Memoirs been nominated for?
Brighton Beach Memoirs has been nominated for the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Play, with the nomination going to Gene Saks.
What Tony Awards has Brighton Beach Memoirs won?
Brighton Beach Memoirs has won the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Play for Gene Saks.
What awards has Brighton Beach Memoirs been nominated for?
Brighton Beach Memoirs has been nominated for several awards. It was nominated for Best Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards. Additionally, it received a nomination for Outstanding Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Neil Simon.
What awards has Brighton Beach Memoirs won?
Brighton Beach Memoirs has won several awards. It received the Best Play award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards. Additionally, it won the Outstanding Play award from the Drama Desk Awards for Neil Simon.

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