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Opened: October 9, 1980
Closing: November 30, 1980

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THE SISTERS OF MERCY Announce U.S. Tour Dates
by Michael Major - Feb 6, 2023


Formed in Leeds, 1980, TSOM, while named after a Leonard Cohen song, took inspiration from such luminaries as Bowie, Slade and The Velvet Underground. But their closest sonic bedfellows are The Stooges, Motörhead and Suicide, the influence of which imbued the band with a distinct sound of their own when compared to others in the post-punk era.

Previews: MIDNIGHT COMPANY 2023 SEASON at Midnight Company
by James Lindhorst - Dec 7, 2022


The Midnight Company announces it 2023 five-show season that includes two world premiere productions. The Season opens on March 1, 2023 with the world premiere production of JUST ONE LOOK based on the life and career of Linda Ronstadt at The Blue Strawberry. Midnight Company continues its season with THE ABSOLUTE BRIGHTNESS OF LEONARD KELLY at The Kranzberg Black Box  May 4th -20th,  THE YEARS at The Chapel July 13th-29th, and YOU MADE ME LOVE YOU at The Blue Strawberry July 26th – August 9th.  Midnight Company closes its season with a production of THE LION IN WINTER at the .ZACK October 5th-21st.

Bryce Pinkham, Lizan Mitchell & More Join Audra McDonald in OHIO STATE MURDERS; Full Cast Announced
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2022


The complete cast for the Broadway premiere of Ohio State Murders by Adrienne Kennedy is now announced. Joining Emmy, Grammy, and Six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald, Tony Award nominee Bryce Pinkham, and Drama Desk nominee Lizan Mitchell.

OHIO STATE MURDERS On Broadway Adds Bryce Pinkham and Lizan Mitchell
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 23, 2022


Tony Award nominee Bryce Pinkham and Lizan Mitchell will join Audra McDonald for the Broadway premiere of Ohio State Murders by Adrienne Kennedy.

HEDDA GABLER Postponed One Week Due to a Casting Change
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2022


Due to a cast change, 'Hedda Gabler' must postpone its opening by one week. The production now begins September 29, runs through October 9. Sean Phillips takes over role of Eilert Lovborg.

THE BROTHERS SIZE, DAMES AT SEA & More Lead Philadelphia's September Theater Top 10
by BWW Staff - Sep 1, 2022


Philadelphia is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Coming up in September are The Brothers Size, Dames at Sea, and more!

Theater for the New City to Present August Strindberg Rep in HEDDA GABLER in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 25, 2022


Director/translator Robert Greer will set Ibsen's 'Hedda Gabler' in 1981 Norway for the world premiere of his modern translation of the play, which will be presented by Theater for the New City September 23 to October 9.

Interview: Mark Nadler of HART'S DESIRE at The Laurie Beechman Theatre, Opening PRIDE Weekend
by Stephen Mosher - Jun 21, 2022


Cabaret icon Mark Nadler has an all-new show and an all-new concept that will open on Gay Pride and celebrate two gay legends of the past with a new trajectory for their art.

Feature: The 101 GREATEST YACHT ROCK SONGS OF ALL TIME for Your Summer Playlist - featuring Michael McDonald, Kenny Loggins, Christopher Cross and Steely Dan
by Peter Nason - Jun 16, 2022


Reviewer Peter Nason counts down the greatest 101 YACHT ROCK HITS for your summertime listening pleasure.

William Way LGBT Community Center Announces Memorial Exhibition and Telecast
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 14, 2022


The William Way LGBT Community Center and artist/entrepreneur Alex Stadler have teamed up to collaborate on a special exhibition and public memorial service for those lost in the early AIDS pandemic in the city of Philadelphia.

Who Was Joe Papp? Watch Career Highlights of the Theatre Legend
by Team BWW - May 25, 2022


Joe Papp, founder of The Public Theater, Free Shakespeare in the Park and producer of groundbreaking plays like Hair, A Chorus Line and for colored girls, created a 'theater of inclusion' based on the belief that great art is for everyone.

BWW Feature: FINAL CURTAIN CALL FOR ADELAIDE'S MUCH-LOVED BAKEHOUSE THEATRE
by Barry Lenny - May 2, 2022


An era will be over.

Reissue of Bill Evans' 'You Must Believe in Spring' Album Set for Vinyl Release
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 5, 2022


Craft Recordings is proud to reissue You Must Believe in Spring, the celebrated 70th studio album from the pioneering jazz pianist Bill Evans. Recorded in 1977 and released in 1981, just months after Evans’ death, the album marks the artist’s final studio recording with bassist Eddie Gomez and drummer Eliot Zigmund and includes stunning performances of “We Will Meet Again (for Harry)” and “B Minor Waltz (for Ellaine).”

Eva Noblezada, Reeve Carney & More This April at The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2022


The Green Room 42 has announced their April line-up for in-person performances. Located inside YOTEL Times Square (570 Tenth Avenue, Fourth Floor), The Green Room 42 is Broadway's newest and most spacious cabaret club.

Anthony Rapp, Daphne Rubin-Vega, Shoshana Bean & More to Take Part in NYTW 2022 Annual Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2022


New York Theatre Workshop announced today performers and presenters for the NYTW 2022 Gala, honoring Artistic Director James C. Nicola, who will depart NYTW after 34 years on June 30, 2022. The Gala will be held on Monday April 11 at 6PM at Capitale (130 Bowery, New York, NY 10013).

RUN THE COURSE & DADDY'S GIRLS to Open at the American Theatre of Actors
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 9, 2022


Norma Mortimer brings us family drama - more like the drama from family! RUN THE COURSE & DADDY'S GIRLS, will be opening at the American Theatre of Actors, 314 W 54th St, NYC; March 2 - 13 (Wednesday thru Saturday @ 8pm; Sunday @ 3pm).

RED WINGED BLACKBIRD Opens in March at the Live Oak Theater
by Stephi Wild - Feb 2, 2022


Alyosha Zim’s new play Red Winged Blackbird opens on March 4 (Preview March 3) running through March 20 in the newly renovated Live Oak Theater 1301 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley.  Red Winged Blackbird is a story of transcendence, of rising above the frustrations of family struggles, inherited disease, and dogmatic beliefs, to do what’s needed in the name of love.

Broken Nose Theatre Presents World Premiere THIS IS ONLY A TEST At The Den Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 11, 2022


Broken Nose Theatre, one of Chicago's premier Pay-What-You-Can theatre companies, is pleased to welcome back live audiences this winter with the world premiere of Eric Reyes Loo's drama This Is Only a Test, directed by Toma Tavares Langston. This all-too-prescient view of the future our youth may be inheriting will play February 11 – March 12, 2022 at BNT's resident home.

Former Shaw Festival Artistic Director Christopher Newton Passes Away at 85
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 21, 2021


The Shaw Festival is mourning the death of Christopher Newton, former artistic director, who died peacefully yesterday morning at the age of 85. Actor, stage manager, playwright, artistic director, Mr. Newton made a momentous impact and life-long contributions to the Canadian theatre landscape and performing arts.

BWW Interview: The Iconic Dr. Ruth Discusses BECOMING DR. RUTH, the Secret to a Long and Happy Life & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2021


Dr. Ruth and her incredible life are at the center of Mark St. Germain's play Becoming Dr. Ruth, which opens tonight at The Museum of Jewish Heritage. BroadwayWorld spoke with Dr. Ruth about how it feels to watch her story be told on stage, her personal history and where her zest for life comes from, her advice to people today, and much more.

From Outer Space To The Big Easy: William Shatner Lands At Fan Expo New Orleans, January 7-8
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 7, 2021


Last seen in outer space-and by FAN EXPO fans at Wizard World Chicago in October-the great William Shatner returns to FAN EXPO New Orleans for a two-day stint, Friday and Saturday, January 7-8, 2022, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. The iconic actor, author, producer and director will greet fans, sign autographs, pose for photo ops and conduct a Q&A panel during the event, which runs Friday through Sunday, January 7-9.

Queen Diva to Return to Off-Broadway in STRENGTH OF A WOMAN: A PHYLLIS HYMAN TRIBUTE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 9, 2021


The Triad Theater, Off-Broadway Theatre, Queen Diva returns to Off-Broadway in “Strength of a Woman: A Phyllis Hyman Tribute” Labor Day Weekend '21 on Saturday, September 4, 2021 at 7:00 pm after a two year hiatus.

IN THE HEIGHTS, HARRY POTTER & More Come to HBO Max This June
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 20, 2021


The Warner Bros. Pictures film fuses Lin-Manuel Miranda’s kinetic music and lyrics with director Jon M. Chu’s lively and authentic eye for storytelling that captures a world very much of its place, but universal in its experience.

What's On Stage This Summer? Check Out Our Guide To Theatre Across The Country!
by Alan Henry - Apr 24, 2021


We've rounded up some of the top productions on stage this summer! Find something near you to see using our comprehensive guide below!

Gary Lucas Releases 'The Essential Gary Lucas'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Feb 1, 2021


Legendary guitarist Gary Lucas retrospective THE ESSENTIAL GARY LUCAS via Knitting Factory Records offers ample evidence of this maverick artist’s trailblazing and unique career.

The Suicide FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Suicide have there been?
The Suicide has had 2 productions including Broadway which opened in 1980 and Broadway which opened in 1980.
What Tony Awards has The Suicide been nominated for?
The Suicide has been nominated for the Tony Award for Best Scenic Design, with Santo Loquasto being the nominee.

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