The Time of Your Life 1939 - Articles Page 15

Opened: October 25, 1939

The Time of Your Life - 1939 - Broadway History , Info & More

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'In the time of our life, live - so that in that wondrous time you shall not add to the misery and sorrow of the world, but shall smile to the infinite delight and mystery of it' The Time of Your Life, a rich tapestry of human life, peopled by a profusion of wistful dreamers, pining lonely hearts, and beer-hall-philosophers, is a twentieth century American masterpiece. The Time of Your Life was first presented at The Shubert Theatre, New Haven, USA, on 7 October 1939. It was the first play to win both the New York Drama Critics' Circle award and the Pulitzer Prize. . It has been revived three times on Broadway; was filmed in 1948, starring James Cagney; and twice filmed for TV.

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Forrester to be Awarded Gregory Falls Award, 10/17
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 3, 2011


Theatre Puget Sound is thrilled to announce that Bill Forrester will become the 14th individual to receive the illustrious Gregory A. Falls Sustained Achievement Award

MIXED MARRIAGE Comes To The Finborough Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Oct 4, 2011


The first London production for 90 years of St John Ervine's searing Belfast tragedy Mixed Marriage, first seen at the Abbey Theatre, Dublin, plays for a four-week season beginning tonight (Press Night: Thursday, 6 October 2011 at 7.30pm) at the multi-award-winning Finborough Theatre.

Agatha Christie’s AND THEN THERE WERE NONE Plays Zenith Theatre Muder Mystery Series, 10/19-29
by Kelsey Denette - Sep 27, 2011


Following on from the success of The Mousetrap at the Zenith Theatre in April this year, Bump In Productions are excited to present the third fully professional production in their spine-tingling Zenith Theatre Murder Mysteries series, Agatha Christie's And Then There Were None playing from 19th - 29th October.

Jazz Museum in Harlem Announces Their Upcoming Events
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 1, 2011


For a combination of jazz dialogue, education, and live performance, look no further than the National Jazz Museum in September.

The Bergen County Players Announce Their 2011 -12 Season
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 19, 2011


Long considered one of America's premier community theater groups, Bergen County Players (BCP) is proud to announce for 2011-12 another ambitious, passionate and playful year of audience-pleasing musicals and innovative plays for its 79th consecutive season.

Performing Arts Fort Worth Welcomes Joan Rivers, Garrison Keillor, Lewis Black
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 11, 2011


Performing Arts Fort Worth invites you to take 'A Spoonful of Magic' as it proudly announces the remainder of its 2011-2012 season at Bass Performance Hall.

VTA Kicks Off Cool Films Series With West Side Story July 1-3
by BWW News Desk - Jul 1, 2011


It's time to break out the popcorn (still FREE!) and soda (still FREE!) for the 2011 Michelob Ultra Cool Films Series at the historic Victoria Theatre, sponsored by the Heidelberg Distributing Company.

A Theatre Lover's Guide to DC/Capital Area Theatres �" July 2011 Offerings
by Joel Markowitz - Jun 30, 2011


There's a lot of 'steam heat' on DC area stages and outside, so if you're visiting DC for the annual July 4th fireworks extravaganza, stop by and see a show before you roast on the Mall waiting for the concert and loud "booms" to fill up the sky. And if you couldn't get into the sold-out Oklahoma!, Aquarium, Clybourne Park, or The Importance of Being Earnest - earlier this year - you have a chance now! And then there's The Capital Fringe Festival with dozens of new shows to choose from.

VTA Kicks Off Cool Films Series With West Side Story July 1-3
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 23, 2011


It's time to break out the popcorn (still FREE!) and soda (still FREE!) for the 2011 Michelob Ultra Cool Films Series at the historic Victoria Theatre, sponsored by the Heidelberg Distributing Company.

2011-2012 Broadway at the Bass Season Announced, Kicks Off With SHREK
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 15, 2011


Performing Arts Fort Worth invites you to take 'A Spoonful of Magic' as it proudly announces its 2011-2012 Broadway at the Bass season at Bass Performance Hall

Wizard of Oz Album Signing Held at Dress Circle June 2
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 27, 2011


Wizard Of Oz cast members are set to appear at London's Dress Circle for an exclusive album signing event. The signing will be held between 1:30pm and 2:15pm on Thursday June 2nd.

VTA Announces Summer Film Series Lineup
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 29, 2011


It's nearly time to break out the popcorn (still FREE!) and soda (still FREE!) for another trip down memory lane with the 2011 Michelob Ultra Cool Films Series at the historic Victoria Theatre.

Libby, Bundonis, Gregg Lead Astoria PAC's THE HUMAN COMEDY
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 29, 2011


ASTORIA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER is pleased to announce the upcoming production of Galt MacDermot's (HAIR) musical, THE HUMAN COMEDY, with libretto by William Dumaresq based on the story by William Saroyan.

Libby, Bundonis, Gregg Lead Astoria PAC's THE HUMAN COMEDY
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 28, 2011


ASTORIA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER is pleased to announce the upcoming production of Galt MacDermot's (HAIR) musical, THE HUMAN COMEDY, with libretto by William Dumaresq based on the story by William Saroyan.

SHREK, BILLY ELLIOT et al. Set for Fox Associates '10-'11 Bway Series
by BWW News Desk - Apr 12, 2011


Fox Associates announces its stellar 2010-2011 U.S. Bank Broadway Series. Alongside the previously announced engagement of Broadway's latest sensation BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL, winner of the 2009 Tony Award® for Best Musical; will be Rodgers & Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC, a stunning reinvention produced by Lincoln Center Theater, making its St. Louis debut. Also included in the series are: SHREK THE MUSICAL, based on the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks film that started it all, brings the hilarious story of everyone's favorite ogre to life on stage; 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL the new musical comedy, direct from Broadway & based on the hit movie; and NEXT TO NORMAL winner of three 2009 Tony Awards including Best Score. The story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, JERSEY BOYS returns to round out the six show series.

Libby, Bundonis, Gregg Lead Astoria PAC's THE HUMAN COMEDY
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 29, 2011


ASTORIA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER is pleased to announce the upcoming production of Galt MacDermot's (HAIR) musical, THE HUMAN COMEDY, with libretto by William Dumaresq based on the story by William Saroyan.

SHREK, BILLY ELLIOT et al. Set for Fox Associates '10-'11 Bway Series
by BWW News Desk - Mar 27, 2011


Fox Associates announces its stellar 2010-2011 U.S. Bank Broadway Series. Alongside the previously announced engagement of Broadway's latest sensation BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL, winner of the 2009 Tony Award® for Best Musical; will be Rodgers & Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC, a stunning reinvention produced by Lincoln Center Theater, making its St. Louis debut. Also included in the series are: SHREK THE MUSICAL, based on the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks film that started it all, brings the hilarious story of everyone's favorite ogre to life on stage; 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL the new musical comedy, direct from Broadway & based on the hit movie; and NEXT TO NORMAL winner of three 2009 Tony Awards including Best Score. The story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, JERSEY BOYS returns to round out the six show series.

BWW Reviews: CATS Leap For Musical Theatre West's Energetic Revival
by Michael L. Quintos - Feb 25, 2011


The second longest-running show in Broadway history, CATS, that renowned Andrew Lloyd Webber musical that purred its way to a Tony win for Best Musical in 1982, is certainly one of those shows almost everyone and their mother has seen at least once. It is also most notably known for being the musical that begat the ubiquitous musical theater staple 'Memory.' But more than that, CATS is also a musical wholly representative of the era that gave birth to it, the kind of critique-proof show that is shrewdly designed as an entertainment juggernaut performance piece greeted with enthusiastic cheers and repeat viewings. Musical Theatre West in Long Beach offers a lively, entertaining, Broadway-caliber revival through February 27 at the Carpenter Center for the Performing Arts.

SHREK, BILLY ELLIOT et al. Set for Fox Associates '10-'11 Bway Series
by BWW News Desk - Jan 9, 2011


Fox Associates announces its stellar 2010-2011 U.S. Bank Broadway Series. Alongside the previously announced engagement of Broadway's latest sensation BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL, winner of the 2009 Tony Award® for Best Musical; will be Rodgers & Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC, a stunning reinvention produced by Lincoln Center Theater, making its St. Louis debut. Also included in the series are: SHREK THE MUSICAL, based on the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks film that started it all, brings the hilarious story of everyone's favorite ogre to life on stage; 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL the new musical comedy, direct from Broadway & based on the hit movie; and NEXT TO NORMAL winner of three 2009 Tony Awards including Best Score. The story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, JERSEY BOYS returns to round out the six show series.

Broadway/San Diego Announces 2010-2011 Season
by BWW News Desk - Jan 9, 2011


Broadway/San Diego ~ A Nederlander Presentation, continues its 34th Season of great theatre with a variety of choices for all audiences. We offer the hottest ticket in town to ten of Broadway's best, from classic musicals to rock icons to beloved family fare - not to mention dance!

Beowulf Alley’s Old Time Radio Theatre Schedule For 12/2010 Thru 3/2011
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 6, 2010


Beowulf Alley Theatre, 11 South 6th Avenue, announces its schedule of radio shows from December 2010 though March, 2011. All performances are held at the theatre.

The Bickford Theatre Presents MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS 11/11-12/5
by BWW News Desk - Dec 5, 2010


The Bickford Theatre, 6 Normandy Heights Road in Morristown, NJ, continues its 16th Season with Moonlight and Magnolias by Ron Hutchinson, running November 11 through December 5, a wildly funny and illuminating behind-the-scenes tale of the business of movie making during the golden age of Hollywood.

Broadway/San Diego Announces 2010-2011 Season
by BWW News Desk - Dec 5, 2010


Broadway/San Diego ~ A Nederlander Presentation, continues its 34th Season of great theatre with a variety of choices for all audiences. We offer the hottest ticket in town to ten of Broadway's best, from classic musicals to rock icons to beloved family fare - not to mention dance!

SHREK, BILLY ELLIOT et al. Set for Fox Associates '10-'11 Bway Series
by BWW News Desk - Nov 26, 2010


Fox Associates announces its stellar 2010-2011 U.S. Bank Broadway Series. Alongside the previously announced engagement of Broadway's latest sensation BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL, winner of the 2009 Tony Award® for Best Musical; will be Rodgers & Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC, a stunning reinvention produced by Lincoln Center Theater, making its St. Louis debut. Also included in the series are: SHREK THE MUSICAL, based on the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks film that started it all, brings the hilarious story of everyone's favorite ogre to life on stage; 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL the new musical comedy, direct from Broadway & based on the hit movie; and NEXT TO NORMAL winner of three 2009 Tony Awards including Best Score. The story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, JERSEY BOYS returns to round out the six show series.

SHREK, BILLY ELLIOT et al. Set for Fox Associates '10-'11 Bway Series
by BWW News Desk - Nov 21, 2010


Fox Associates announces its stellar 2010-2011 U.S. Bank Broadway Series. Alongside the previously announced engagement of Broadway's latest sensation BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL, winner of the 2009 Tony Award® for Best Musical; will be Rodgers & Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC, a stunning reinvention produced by Lincoln Center Theater, making its St. Louis debut. Also included in the series are: SHREK THE MUSICAL, based on the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks film that started it all, brings the hilarious story of everyone's favorite ogre to life on stage; 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL the new musical comedy, direct from Broadway & based on the hit movie; and NEXT TO NORMAL winner of three 2009 Tony Awards including Best Score. The story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, JERSEY BOYS returns to round out the six show series.

The Time of Your Life FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Time of Your Life have there been?
The Time of Your Life has had 5 productions including Broadway which opened in 1939, Broadway which opened in 1940, Broadway which opened in 1955, Broadway which opened in 1969 and Broadway which opened in 1975.
What awards has The Time of Your Life been nominated for?
The Time of Your Life has been nominated for several awards. It was nominated for Best American Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards, with the nomination going to William Saroyan. The play was also nominated for The Pulitzer Prize for Drama, again with the nomination going to William Saroyan.
What awards has The Time of Your Life won?
The Time of Your Life has won several prestigious awards. It received the Best American Play award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for William Saroyan. Additionally, it was honored with the Pulitzer Prize for Drama from The Pulitzer Prize, also for William Saroyan. These accolades recognize the exceptional quality and impact of The Time of Your Life in the world of theater.

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