The Rehearsal Revival 1996 - Articles Page 1.8

Opened: November 21, 1996
Closing: January 10, 1997

The Rehearsal - 1996 - Broadway History , Info & More

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1530 Broadway at 45th St. New York, NY

by Don Zolidis



A young teacher tries to pull off a production of Guys and Dolls, but putting a musical together is never easy, especially with a megalomaniacal stage manager, a lead who's convinced that Wicked is a much better show, and a girl who is clinically incapable of following directions (she has a doctor's note to prove it). And to make matters worse, there aren't nearly enough guys to be the Guys. A hilarious and poignant look behind the scenes of a drama club production filled with -- what else? -- lots of drama.

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MTI and Latiné Musical Theatre Lab Partner to Create Bilingual Versions of Broadway Junior Musicals
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 7, 2023


The new partnership between MTI and LMTL will help to create equal opportunities for Spanish-speaking and bilingual students and performers, while expanding accessibility for Spanish-speaking and bilingual households and audiences.

Mark Foehringer's NUTCRACKER SWEETS to Return for Its 15th Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 30, 2023


Celebrate the 15th season of Mark Foehringer's Nutcracker Sweets at Cowell Theater, Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture. Suitable for all ages with a running time of 50 minutes.

Paul Taylor Dance Company to Present Works by Ulysses Dove, Amy Hall Garner, Lauren Lovette, and More in 2023 Season
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 27, 2023


The Paul Taylor Dance Company's 2023 Season at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center, from October 31 through November 12, will include fourteen dances by five choreographers – Ulysses Dove, Amy Hall Garner, Larry Keigwin, Lauren Lovette, and Paul Taylor – and feature world premieres by Lovette, PTDC's Resident Choreographer, and Keigwin, Taylor Company Commissioned choreographer.

Overture Announces Line-up For 2023/24 KIDS IN THE ROTUNDA Season
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 21, 2023


Kids in the Rotunda, Madison's favorite, family-friendly, FREE Saturday arts performance series, kicks off its 2023/24 season on Overture Center's Rotunda stage, starting with a returning favorite, David Landau, on Saturday, Oct. 7. This year's series includes 30 fun-filled Saturdays along with two special holiday events: Ken Lonnquist on Wednesday, Oct. 25 and Cash Box Kings on Friday, Nov. 24.

David Alpert, Kate Reinders & Paul Gordon to Bring New Children's Musical to Muskegon Civic Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2023


Muskegon Civic Theatre is proud to present the world premiere of 'Runaway Princess,' a new children's musical. Join us for an enchanting adventure filled with memorable characters and valuable life lessons. Don't miss this exciting production at Muskegon Civic Theatre. Get your tickets now!

Theatre Director and Former RSC Artistic Director Michael Boyd Dies
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2023


BroadwayWorld is saddened to learn that theatre director Michael Boyd has died from cancer. His career took him from training in Moscow to artistic directorships at the Tron Theatre Glasgow [1985-96] and the Royal Shakespeare Company, after joining as an Associate Director in 1996.

Review: Remarkable New Production of RENT Takes Up Residence at Anaheim's Chance Theater
by Michael Quintos - Aug 2, 2023


Featuring distinctively intuitive direction from Matthew McCray, and an amazing, youthful ensemble cast that are consistently giving it their all, this latest OC iteration of Jonathan Larson's Tony-winning 1996 rock opera is much more impactful than even past stagings that have toured---and is one of the best stage musicals they've ever produced.

Golden Thread Hosts New Threads Staged Reading Series
by Stephi Wild - Aug 2, 2023


Golden Thread Productions, the first American theatre company devoted to the Middle East, returns with New Threads 2023, its popular and free staged reading series. This year features two new play commissions.

Now Hiring: Production Manager, Artistic Director, & More - BWW Classifieds
by - Jul 20, 2023


This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 7/20/2023 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

Video: Inside Rehearsal For RENT on Long Island Directed by Adam Pascal
by Stephi Wild - Jul 20, 2023


Adam Pascal, who starred as Roger in the original Broadway cast of Rent, is directing a production of Rent at Long island's From Stage to Screen next week. Go behind the scenes of the production in an all new rehearsal video here!

The New Group to Present World Premiere of SABBATH'S THEATER Adapted from Philip Roth's Novel by John Turturro & Ariel Levy
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 19, 2023


Immerse yourself in the world of 'Sabbath's Theater', a world premiere play adapted from Philip Roth's novel by John Turturro and Ariel Levy. Don't miss this provocative and profound exploration of mortality and celebration of life.

Photos: Ballet Hispánico Preps For EDUARDO VILARO'S BUSCANDO A JUAN At The Metropolitan Museum of Art
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2023


Ballet Hispánico, the nation’s largest Latinx cultural organization and one of America’s Cultural Treasures, will perform Eduardo Vilaro's Buscando a Juan as part of the Summer 2023 MetLiveArts Season from July 13-15, 2023 at The Robert Lehman Wing at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. See photos from inside rehearsal.

Opera Australia Will Embark on Tour With THE BARBER OF SEVILLE
by Stephi Wild - Jun 27, 2023


Opera Australia will embark on its 27th annual National Tour with Gioachino Rossini’s The Barber of Seville, opening 14 July at Riverside Theatres, Parramatta before travelling over 14,000 kilometres across the country.

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's Marianna Tcherkassky Will Retire
by Stephi Wild - Jun 15, 2023


Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre’s (PBT) long-time rehearsal director, Marianna Tcherkassky, has announced her retirement at the end of the 2022-2023 season. Tcherkassky has been a rehearsal director at PBT for 26 years. Prior to PBT, Tcherkassky danced with American Ballet Theatre (ABT) for 26 years, 20 of which as a principal dancer.  

New York Public Library for the Performing Arts Acquires George C. Wolfe's Archives
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 1, 2023


The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts just announced that the Billy Rose Theatre Division has acquired the archive of George C. Wolfe, the writer, director, and producer.

Meet the Cast of HERE LIES LOVE, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2023


Previews officially begin tonight for Here Lies Love, the musical from the minds of Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award winner David Byrne (concept, music and lyrics) and Grammy Award winner Fatboy Slim (music). Meet the cast of Here Lies Love here!

Interview: Eric Sciotto And Brian J. Marcum of ROCK OF AGES at Music Theatre Wichita
by Paula Makar - Jun 1, 2023


On Tuesday, May 23, 2023, I had the excellent opportunity to sit down with Eric Sciotto, Director and Choreographer of Rock of Ages at MTWichita, and Brian J. Marcum, Artistic Director at MTWichita. It was a wide ranging interview, with a very stream of consciousness feel, and they were gracious enough to grant me an hour over a lunch break during rehearsal last Tuesday. The energy was high, and I was able to get some excellent insight into Eric’s choreographic process. I also spoke to Brian about leading MTWichita into a new era.

Cast Revealed For ACCIDENTAL DEATH OF AN ANARCHIST in the West End
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2023


The new West End cast has been announced for Daniel Raggett's production of Accidental Death of an Anarchist, following a sell-out run at Lyric Hammersmith.

Ballet Tech's KIDS DANCE to Return to The Joyce This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2023


Ballet Tech’s Kids Dance will return to The Joyce Theater June 8-11 following an acclaimed production last year.

Cincinnati Arts Association's DANCING FOR THE STARS 2023 Fundraiser Announces Winners
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 30, 2023


Britton Spitler as Brock Leah Spears (Project Manager – ADM) and dance pro Amanda Barraza (Independent Dance Instructor) received a nearly perfect score of 29, taking first place at the Cincinnati Arts Association's fifteenth annual Dancing for the Stars on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at the Music Hall Ballroom.

Utah Opera to Present THE (R)EVOLUTION OF STEVE JOBS in May
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 30, 2023


In its Salt Lake City premiere—and the Utah Opera's 2022-23 season finale—Mason Bates & Mark Campbell's The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs will bring innovation to the operatic stage for five performances at the Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre this May with a soulful exploration of the iconic figure—Steve Jobs.

Interview: Jodi Long Talks A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC & Much More
by Gil Kaan - Apr 24, 2023


The second mainstage production of Pasadena Playhouse’s six-month-long Sondheim celebration A Little Night Music opens April 30, 2023 (with previews beginning April 25th). David Lee directs this 50th anniversary production of A Little Night Music with a cast of 19, accompanied by a full-sized orchestra.  Jodi Long, who plays Madame Armfeldt, took some time to answer a few of my queries.

Review: THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME at Athens Theatre
by Joseph Harrison - Apr 22, 2023


In the world of theatre, there are some shows that simply resonate on a different level. In my experience, this happens when the perfect cast comes together with visionary creatives at the perfect moment in time. And when these puzzle pieces all snap into place, it delivers a performance that just feels different, one that makes the audience feel like they are lucky to be in that moment together. If you have experienced this before, you know, it is truly magical. Typically, this has been, for me, a feeling primarily reserved for popular, highly acclaimed shows, usually on Broadway (but not always). On Thursday night – I experienced that same rush, those same chills, and that same rare feeling sitting in the audience for the first time at the historic Athens Theatre in Deland, Florida – witnessing their latest production of THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME. As I sat there, I forgot that the amazingly talented cast were all volunteers – brought together by their love for the art and a passion for performance – and reveled as they delivered a stunning piece of musical theatre that was truly wonderous to behold.

Alley Theatre to Host Open Auditions for Houston Actors for Its 2023-2024 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2023


2023-24 Seasonal Auditions for Houston actors will be at Alley Theatre. Auditions will be for AEA and non-AEA adult actors, ages 18 and older. 

PlayCo's LUNCH BUNCH Extended Through Late April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 5, 2023


PlayCo has extended Sarah Einspanier’s Lunch Bunch, directed by Tara Ahmadinejad and presented with Clubbed Thumb.

The Rehearsal FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Rehearsal have there been?
The Rehearsal has had 2 productions including Broadway which opened in 1963 and Broadway which opened in 1996.
What awards has The Rehearsal been nominated for?
The Rehearsal has been nominated for several awards. It received a nomination for Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Michael Krass and a nomination for Outstanding Set Design - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Robert Brill.

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