An American in Paris Revival 2015 - Articles Page 3.4

Run Time:
Two hours and 30 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 6+
Opened: April 12, 2015
Closing: October 09, 2016

An American in Paris - 2015 - Broadway History , Info & More

Palace Theatre (Broadway)
1564 Broadway New York, NY

Eager to begin his life anew after the brutality of combat, World War II Army veteran Jerry Mulligan chooses newly-liberated Paris as the place to make a name for himself as a painter.

With the assistance of fellow ex-pat Milo Davenport, a wealthy American with a past she wishes to forget, Jerry's life becomes complicated when he meets Lise, a young Parisian shop girl with her own secret. Soon it becomes clear that Jerry's friends- Adam, a Jewish American composer, and Henri, a Parisian aristocrat- also vie for Lise's love. This romantic tangle can only be untied through the miracle of dance set to some of the greatest music and lyrics ever written. A classic American film about young souls in Paris has been reimagined for the Broadway stage of the 21st century.

The new musical, AN AMERICAN IN PARIS, has moved to Broadway following its world premiere in December, 2014 at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris. It is directed and choreographed by Christopher Wheeldon, making his Broadway directing debut. Featuring music and lyrics by George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin and a book by Tony and Pulitzer Prize nominee Craig Lucas, the creative team also includes Tony Award winners Bob Crowley (sets and costumes), Natasha Katz (lighting) and Jon Weston (sound) with a musical score adapted and supervised by Rob Fisher. Bartlett Sher is creative consultant. Based on the Academy Award winning film inspired by the 1928 orchestral composition by George Gershwin, AN AMERICAN IN PARIS brings this classic tale to Broadway for the first time.

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BWW Interviews: Debut of the Month - AN AMERICAN IN PARIS' Leanne Cope
by Caryn Robbins - July 20, 2015


Today, the triple threat speaks to BWW about her memorable meeting with her film counterpart, her dream musical theater role and her Broadway debut, which she calls a magical evening that will probably never be topped!

VIDEO: AMERICAN IN PARIS' Robert Fairchild and Leanne Cope Perform on Today's 'Live'
by Caryn Robbins - July 17, 2015


Robert Fairchild and Leanne Cope, stars of The Tony Award-winning new Broadway musical An American in Paris, performed the song 'Liza' on 'LIVE with Kelly and Michael' today.

AN AMERICAN IN PARIS' Robert Fairchild & Leanne Cope Perform on 'LIVE' Today
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2015


Robert Fairchild and Leanne Cope, stars of The Tony Award-winning new Broadway musical An American in Paris, perform the song 'Liza' on 'LIVE with Kelly and Michael' today, July 17 at 9:00am ET on ABC. An American in Paris is now playing at the Palace Theatre (Broadway at 47th Street).

AMERICAN IN PARIS' Robert Fairchild & Leanne Cope to Perform 'Liza' on 'LIVE', Today
by Caryn Robbins - July 16, 2015


Robert Fairchild and Leanne Cope, stars of The Tony Award-winning new Broadway musical AN AMERICAN IN PARIS, will perform the song “Liza” on “LIVE with Kelly and Michael” today, July 17 at 9:00am ET on ABC.

AN AMERICAN IN PARIS Star Robert Fairchild Among 2015 Bessie Award Nominees; Full List!
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2015


The New York Dance and Performance Awards (The Bessies), New York City's premier dance awards honoring outstanding creative work in the field, today announced the nominees for the 2014-15 season at its annual press conference. The 37 nominees were selected by the Bessies Selection Committee, an independent committee of 39 dance industry professionals. Produced in partnership with Dance/NYC, Bessie Award categories include Outstanding Production, Outstanding Revival, Outstanding Performer, Outstanding Music Composition or Sound Design, and Outstanding Visual Design. The list of nominations follows. 

Photo Flash: Rescue Pooch Tinkerbelle the Dog Visits AN AMERICAN IN PARIS
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2015


Social media savvy rescue dog Tinkerbelle the Dog (@TinkerbelleTheDog) visited the cast of An American in Paris on Broadway this past weekend. Scroll down for some adorable photos!

'Most Awarded New Musical'! New AN AMERICAN IN PARIS Promo Spot
by Pat Cerasaro - July 10, 2015


The cast of AN AMERICAN IN PARIS reveals their favorite things!

Photo Coverage: They've Still Got Rhythm! AN AMERICAN IN PARIS Celebrates 100 Performances
by Jennifer Broski - July 10, 2015


An American in Paris, which opened April 12, 205, at the Palace Theatre, just celebrated it's 100th performance. As if the night wasn't exciting enough, one lucky audience member was called up on stage to join the cast to receive a free trip to Paris, France. Below, BroadwayWorld takes you behind the scenes of the special night with the cast!

VIDEO: Caitlyn Jenner Pays a Visit to Broadway's AMERICAN IN PARIS!
by Caryn Robbins - July 1, 2015


Caitlyn Jenner has been all over the Big Apple this week, so it comes as no surprise that she hit the Great White Way last night to take in a Broadway show.

Favorite Things! Cast Of AN AMERICAN IN PARIS Talks Standout Songs & Much More In New Video Featurettes
by Pat Cerasaro - June 30, 2015


The cast of AN AMERICAN IN PARIS reveals their favorite things!

Spotlight On The Leading Men Of AN AMERICAN IN PARIS In New Video Featurette
by Pat Cerasaro - June 23, 2015


The leading men of AN AMERICAN IN PARIS!

TV Exclusive: They've Got Rhythm- Go Inside the Recording Studio with the Cast of AN AMERICAN IN PARIS!
by Nicole Rosky - June 18, 2015


MASTERWORKS BROADWAY recently released the Original Broadway Cast Recording of An American in Paris, produced by Rob Fisher and Scott Lehrer. The score of An American in Paris includes the songs 'I Got Rhythm,' 'Liza,' 'S Wonderful,' 'But Not For Me,' 'I'll Build a Stairway to Paradise,' and orchestral music including 'Concerto in F,' 'Second Prelude,' 'Second Rhapsody/Cuban Overture' and 'An American In Paris.' Below, we bring you an exclusive, behind-the-scenes video of the company in the recording studio!

AN AMERICAN IN PARIS Receives AEA's 'ACCA' Award for Outstanding Broadway Chorus Today
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2015


Actors' Equity Association ('AEA' or 'Equity') recently announced that An American in Paris will receive the ninth annual 'ACCA' Award for Outstanding Broadway Chorus. The award will be presented today, June 16 at 4 p.m. during Equity's National Council meeting in New York.

Photo Coverage: Robert Fairchild, Leanne Cope, and AN AMERICAN IN PARIS Company Celebrate Album Release at Barnes and Noble
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - June 13, 2015


The company celebrated the release yesterday, June 12th, 2015 at Barnes & Noble and cast members Robert Fairchild,Leanne Cope, Jill Paice, Brandon Uranowitzand Max von Essen from the 2015 Tony-nominated musical performed songs from and signed copies of the newly released album. Check out photos from the event below!

AN AMERICAN IN PARIS Cast Set for CD Signing at Barnes & Noble Today
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2015


Masterworks Broadway just released the Original Broadway Cast Recording of An American in Paris, produced by Rob Fisher and Scott Lehrer. Join the company today, June 12th, 2015 at Barnes & Noble (click here for exact store location) as cast members Robert Fairchild, Leanne Cope, Jill Paice, Brandon Uranowitz and Max von Essen from the 2015 Tony-nominated musical perform songs from and sign copies of the newly released album!

Spotlight On Tony-Winning AN AMERICAN IN PARIS Choreographer Christopher Wheeldon In New Video
by Pat Cerasaro - June 10, 2015


The man behind the dance in AN AMERICAN IN PARIS!

AN AMERICAN IN PARIS Receives AEA's 'ACCA' Award for Outstanding Broadway Chorus
by Tyler Peterson - June 10, 2015


Actors' Equity Association ('AEA' or 'Equity') today announced that An American in Paris will receive the ninth annual 'ACCA' Award for Outstanding Broadway Chorus. Presented by Equity's Advisory Committee on Chorus Affairs (ACCA), the ACCA Award is the only industry accolade of its kind to honor the distinctive talents and contributions made by the original chorus members of a Broadway musical.

Backstage At The Tonys With AN AMERICAN IN PARIS In New Video Featurette
by Pat Cerasaro - June 9, 2015


Backstage at the Tonys with AN AMERICAN IN PARIS!

4 Tonys! AN AMERICAN IN PARIS Highlights Tony Wins In New Video Featurette
by Pat Cerasaro - June 8, 2015


Four Tonys for AN AMERICAN IN PARIS!

An American in Paris FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of An American in Paris have there been?
An American in Paris has had 4 productions including Paris which opened in 2014, Broadway which opened in 2015, US Tour which opened in 2016 and West End which opened in 2017.
What Tony Awards has An American in Paris been nominated for?
An American in Paris has been nominated for several Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical for Craig Lucas, Best Choreography for Christopher Wheeldon, Best Costume Design of a Musical for Bob Crowley, Best Direction of a Musical for Christopher Wheeldon, Best Lighting Design of a Musical for Natasha Katz, Best Orchestrations for Christopher Austin, Don Sebesky, and Bill Elliott, and Best Scenic Design of a Musical for Bob Crowley and 59 Productions.
What Tony Awards has An American in Paris won?
An American in Paris has won the following Tony Awards: Best Book of a Musical for Craig Lucas, Best Choreography for Christopher Wheeldon, Best Costume Design of a Musical for Bob Crowley, Best Direction of a Musical for Christopher Wheeldon, Best Lighting Design of a Musical for Natasha Katz, Best Orchestrations for Christopher Austin, Don Sebesky, and Bill Elliott, Best Scenic Design of a Musical for Bob Crowley and 59 Productions.
What awards has An American in Paris been nominated for?
An American in Paris has been nominated for several prestigious awards, including Outstanding Book of a Musical, Outstanding Choreography, Outstanding Costume Design, Outstanding Director of a Musical, Outstanding Musical, Outstanding Orchestrations, Outstanding Projection Design, Outstanding Set Design, and Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards. The production also received Distinguished Performance Awards for Leanne Cope and Robert Fairchild, as well as Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical at the Drama League Awards. Additionally, An American in Paris was recognized for Outstanding Choreography, Outstanding Director of a Musical, Outstanding Lighting Design, and Outstanding New Broadway Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. Leanne Cope and Robert Fairchild were honored with the Dorothy Loudon Award for Excellence in the Theater and Theatre World Award, respectively.
What awards has An American in Paris won?
An American in Paris has won several prestigious awards, including Outstanding Book of a Musical for Craig Lucas, Outstanding Choreography for Christopher Wheeldon, Outstanding Costume Design for Bob Crowley, Outstanding Director of a Musical for Christopher Wheeldon, Outstanding Musical, Outstanding Orchestrations for Christopher Austin, Outstanding Projection Design for 59 Productions, Outstanding Set Design for Bob Crowley, and Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical for Jon Weston at the Drama Desk Awards. The show also received the Distinguished Performance Award from the Drama League Awards for Leanne Cope and Robert Fairchild, and won Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical at the Drama League Awards for An American in Paris. Additionally, An American in Paris won Outstanding Choreography for Christopher Wheeldon, Outstanding Director of a Musical for Christopher Wheeldon, Outstanding Lighting Design for Natasha Katz, and Outstanding New Broadway Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. The show also received awards such as Outstanding Set Design for Bob Crowley, the Dorothy Loudon Award for Excellence in the Theater for Leanne Cope, and the Theatre World Award for Robert Fairchild at the Theatre World Awards.

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