Blithe Spirit 1941 - Articles Page 7

Opened: November 5, 1941

Blithe Spirit - 1941 - Broadway History , Info & More

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Blithe Spirit is a classic comedy play, written by Noël Coward in 1941. The play follows the story of novelist Charles Condomine who, hoping to gather material for his next book, invites eccentric medium Madame Arcati to conduct a séance in his home. The séance proves a little too successful when it accidentally conjures the ghost of Charles' deceased first wife, Elvira. This comedic situation unfolds as Charles struggles to deal with his formidable first wife's return, all while trying to keep it a secret from his very much alive second wife, Ruth. The play was a massive success, running for nearly 2,000 performances in London's West End alone. It has been revived numerous times and even adapted into a 1945 film of the same name.



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Susan Louise O'Connor Completes Broadway Cast of BLITHE SPIRIT
by Robert Diamond - Feb 2, 2009


The producers of the upcoming Broadway revival of Noel Coward's Blithe Spirit are pleased to welcome SUSAN LOUISE O'CONNOR in the role of 'Edith'.

Noel Coward's 'BLITHE SPIRIT' Goes On Sale 12/20/08
by BWW News Desk - Dec 20, 2008


The upcoming Broadway revival of Noel Coward's Blithe Spirit will go on general sale on Saturday, December 20, 2008. Tickets can be purchased by visiting telecharge.com or calling 212-239-6200 in the New York area, and 800-432-7250 outside the New York metro area. Rehearsals are scheduled to begin Monday, January 26, 2009 with the first performance on Thursday, February 26, 2009 and the official opening on Sunday, March 15, 2009 at The Shubert Theatre (225 West 44th Street).

Noel Coward's 'BLITHE SPIRIT' Goes On Sale 12/20/08
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 18, 2008


The upcoming Broadway revival of Noel Coward's Blithe Spirit will go on general sale on Saturday, December 20, 2008. Tickets can be purchased by visiting telecharge.com or calling 212-239-6200 in the New York area, and 800-432-7250 outside the New York metro area. Rehearsals are scheduled to begin Monday, January 26, 2009 with the first performance on Thursday, February 26, 2009 and the official opening on Sunday, March 15, 2009 at The Shubert Theatre (225 West 44th Street).

Deborah Rush Added to Starry BLITHE SPIRIT Cast
by Robert Diamond - Dec 10, 2008


The producers of the upcoming Broadway revival of Noel Coward's Blithe Spirit are pleased to welcome Tony-nominated actress Deborah Rush in the role of Mrs. Bradman, reuniting her with her Noises Off! director, two-time Tony Award winner Michael Blakemore.

Jayne Atkinson Joins BLITHE SPIRIT Revival Cast
by Eddie Varley - Nov 17, 2008


Variety reports that Jayne Atkinson has joined the cast of the upcoming Broadway revival of 'Blithe Spirit,' Atkinson will play the bride of Everett's character, who is plagued by the ghost of his deceased first wife (Ebersole). Atkinson was last on Broadway in 'Enchanted April' in 2003.

BLITHE SPIRIT to Play at Shubert Starting 2/26; Simon Jones Joins Cast
by Faetra Petillo - Nov 4, 2008


The producers of Blithe Spirit are pleased to announce the show will play The Shubert Theatre (225 West 44th Street). Rehearsals are scheduled to begin Monday, January 26, 2009 with the first performance on Thursday, February 26, 2009.

Angela Lansbury to Return to Broadway in 'Blithe Spirit'
by Robert Diamond - Oct 13, 2008


Variety reports that Angela Lansbury has joined the Broadway revival of Blithe Spirit, joining Rupert Everett and Christine Ebersole.

Rupert Everett to Make Broadway Debut in BLITHE SPIRIT Revival
by Eddie Varley - Oct 9, 2008


The New York Times is reporting that Rupert Everett will be joining Christine Ebersole in the upcoming Broadway revival of Blithe Spirit. At the beginning of the month rumors began circulating that Noel Coward's play Blithe Spirit will have life on Broadway this upcoming Spring season. The play will be produced by the same group behind August: Osage County and the currently in previews Speed-The-Plow.

Christine Ebersole to Star in 'Blithe Spirit' Revival
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 29, 2008


Variety is reporting that Christine Ebersole will be starring in the upcoming Broadway revival of Blithe Spirit. At the beginning of the month rumors began circulating that Noel Coward's play Blithe Spirit will have life on Broadway this upcoming Spring season. The play will be produced by the same group behind August: Osage County and the upcoming Speed-The-Plow.

Blakemore to Direct Noel Coward's 'Blithe Spirit' On Broadway in March 2009
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 2, 2008


Variety is reporting that Noel Coward's play Blithe Spirit will have life on Broadway this upcoming Spring season, directed by Michael Blakemore. The play will be produced by the same group behind August: Osage County and the upcoming Speed-The-Plow.

Lenox, Grant, Harris, Etc. Join Williamstown Blithe Spirit
by BWW News Desk - Jun 28, 2007


Performances of Blithe Spirit, Noel Coward's beloved supernatural comedy, begin July 18 on the Main Stage of the Williamstown Theatre Festival.

Introducing the 2007 Soulpepper Season
by Mark Andrew Lawrence - Oct 20, 2006


The bold and ambitious 2007 Soulpepper season will revisit relationships established with specific playwrights and embrace some new and thrilling challenges and discoveries.

Blithe Spirit at Boca's Caldwell Theatre
by Beau Higgins - Dec 29, 2005


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