Beauty and the Beast 1997 - Articles Page 15

Opened: May 13, 1997
Closing: December 11, 1999

Beauty and the Beast - 1997 - West End History , Info & More

Dominion Theatre
Tottenham Court Road London

Based on 1991 Disney film

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Beauty and the Beast - 1997 - West End Articles Page 15

THE LITTLE MERMAID Opens in Rotterdam, 6/16; in Moscow, 10/6
by Kelsey Denette - May 16, 2012


Chairman of Stage Entertainment, Joop van den Ende and Producer and President of Disney Theatrical Productions, Thomas Schumacher announce two premiere productions of THE LITTLE MERMAID. The Holland production is currently in previews in Groningen and opens on June 16th, 2012 in Rotterdam. The Moscow production of THE LITTLE MERMAID will make its debut on October 6th, 2012.

Disney's THE LION KING to Premiere in Brazil, 2013; MARY POPPINS Goes to Mexico City, 11/14
by BWW News Desk - Apr 20, 2012


Disney's THE LION KING will make its South American premiere in São Paulo, Brazil. T4F (Time For Fun), will present the production with its opening night on March 7th, 2013 at the Teatro Abril. THE LION KING in São Paulo will mark two firsts: as the largest stage musical ever presented in Brazil and the first time the show has been performed in Portuguese. The Disney and Cameron Mackintosh musical, MARY POPPINS will be produced in Mexico City by OCESA. The production will be performed for the first time in Spanish and will begin performances on November 14th, 2012 at the Telmex Cultural Center, in Mexico City.

5th Avenue TITANIC Concert to Star Edd Watts, Stanley Bahorek, Greg Stone, More
by Harmony Wheeler - Mar 20, 2012


In honor of the 100th anniversary of the Titanic's epic voyage, The 5th Avenue Theatre is presenting Titanic: The Concert. With music and lyrics by Maury Yeston and book by Peter Stone, Titanic: The Concert is a unique way to celebrate the centennial of one of the most memorable events of the last century. Actors will sing with the support of a 25-piece orchestra and the 80 voices of the award-winning Pacific Lutheran University Choral Union. The story of the Titanic will come to life through music on The 5th Avenue stage on nights that coincide exactly with the ship's historic journey and tragic end.

WaterTower Announces Artists, Schedule for 2012 Out of the Loop Fringe Fest
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 18, 2012


WaterTower Theatre Producing Artistic Director Terry Martin today announced the line-up for the 2012 Out of the Loop Fringe Festival, March 1-11 at the Addison Theatre Centre.

Patrick R. Brown Joins Cast of THE LION KING as 'Scar'
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 16, 2012


Broadway's landmark musical event THE LION KING is pleased to welcome PATRICK R. BROWN as Scar, beginning performances Monday, January 16. Making his Broadway debut, Brown previously played the role of Scar in the Singapore production of THE LION KING. Produced by Disney Theatrical Productions, THE LION KING is playing at Broadway's Minskoff Theatre (200 West 45th Street). For tickets, show information and performance schedule, call Ticketmaster's Disney on Broadway hotline at 866-870-2717 or visit online, LionKing.com.

MusicalFare Theatre Presents THE HOLIDAY GUYS
by BWW News Desk - Dec 22, 2011


MusicalFare Theatre is set to present a special holiday event for two performances only: THE HOLIDAY GUYS starring Broadway actors Jeffry Denman and Marc Kudisch. Mr. Kudisch is a three-time Tony Award Nominee, three-time Drama Desk Nominee and two-time Outer Critics Circle Award Nominee.

MusicalFare Theatre Presents THE HOLIDAY GUYS 12/21-22
by BWW News Desk - Dec 21, 2011


MusicalFare Theatre presents an exclusive holiday event: THE HOLIDAY GUYS, for two performances only- Dec. 21st and 22nd at 7pm.

MusicalFare Theatre Presents THE HOLIDAY GUYS 12/21-22
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 16, 2011


MusicalFare Theatre presents an exclusive holiday event: THE HOLIDAY GUYS, for two performances only- Dec. 21st and 22nd at 7pm.

A Christmas Carol in Concert to Perform at the Meyerhoff for Two Nights Only
by BWW News Desk - Dec 16, 2011


The BSO presents A Christmas Carol in Concert, a new twist on Dickens' classic tale performed as a concert with a full symphony orchestra on Friday, December 16th at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, December 17th at 7:30 p.m. at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall.

MusicalFare Theatre Presents THE HOLIDAY GUYS
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 6, 2011


MusicalFare Theatre is set to present a special holiday event for two performances only: THE HOLIDAY GUYS starring Broadway actors Jeffry Denman and Marc Kudisch. Mr. Kudisch is a three-time Tony Award Nominee, three-time Drama Desk Nominee and two-time Outer Critics Circle Award Nominee.

A Christmas Carol in Concert to Perform at the Meyerhoff for Two Nights Only
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 7, 2011


The BSO presents A Christmas Carol in Concert, a new twist on Dickens' classic tale performed as a concert with a full symphony orchestra on Friday, December 16th at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, December 17th at 7:30 p.m. at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall.

GYPSY OF THE MONTH: Donna Marie Asbury of 'Chicago'
by Adrienne Onofri - Nov 17, 2011


As 'Chicago' celebrates 15 years on Broadway, we profile its longest-running cast member.

Aaron Carter Joins The Cast Of THE FANTASTICKS
by BWW News Desk - Nov 7, 2011


Triple-Platinum Recording Artist Aaron Carter, who burst onto the pop music scene in the late nineties and quickly achieved worldwide superstardom and the adoration of millions of loyal fans, will join the cast of The Fantasticks, the world's longest-running musical, on Monday, November 7, 2011.

The Public Theater Announces Post-Show Discussions For LOVE’S LABOR’S LOST
by BWW News Desk - Oct 27, 2011


The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis; Interim Executive Director Joey Parnes) will present post-show discussions following select performances of the Public Lab production, LOVE'S LABOR'S LOST, directed by Karin Coonrod. The Public Lab Thursday Night Speaker Series for LOVE'S LABOR'S LOST will be held following the Thursday, October 27 and Thursday, November 3 performances and consist of engaging conversations with notable panelists. Tickets are $15 for all performances of LOVE'S LABOR'S LOST and include free admission to the post-show discussions.

Aaron Carter Joins The Cast Of THE FANTASTICKS
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 24, 2011


Triple-Platinum Recording Artist Aaron Carter, who burst onto the pop music scene in the late nineties and quickly achieved worldwide superstardom and the adoration of millions of loyal fans, will join the cast of The Fantasticks, the world's longest-running musical, on Monday, November 7, 2011.

The Public Theater Announces Post-Show Discussions For LOVE’S LABOR’S LOST
by Kelsey Denette - Oct 17, 2011


The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis; Interim Executive Director Joey Parnes) will present post-show discussions following select performances of the Public Lab production, LOVE'S LABOR'S LOST, directed by Karin Coonrod. The Public Lab Thursday Night Speaker Series for LOVE'S LABOR'S LOST will be held following the Thursday, October 27 and Thursday, November 3 performances and consist of engaging conversations with notable panelists. Tickets are $15 for all performances of LOVE'S LABOR'S LOST and include free admission to the post-show discussions.

Review - Milk and Honey
by Ben Peltz - Oct 13, 2011


When Jerry Herman was pegged by producer Gerard Oestreicher to write the score for a Broadway musical set in the fledgling State of Israel, he was a 28-year-old composer/lyricist mostly known for writing clever lyrics and snazzy tunes for Greenwich Village topical reviews like Nightcap and Parade.  But now, instead of writing for hip, downtown performers like Charles Nelson Reilly and Dody Goodman, he'd be penning a romantic score for opera stars Mimi Benzell and Robert Weede, with special comic relief material for Yiddish Theatre legend Molly Picon.

Review - The Lyons: Ooh, Do You Love You!
by Ben Peltz - Oct 12, 2011


When we first meet Rita Lyons, she's sitting in a hospital room casually thumbing through a furniture catalogue, asking her husband, Ben, who lies in bed, dying of cancer, to help her come up with ideas for redecorating the living room after he's gone.

Alex Gaumond, Lauren Samuels to Lead WE WILL ROCK YOU Cast Through 10th Anniversary, 2012 Olympic Year
by BWW News Desk - Oct 10, 2011


The current year-long celebrations of legendary rock band Queen's 40th anniversary have seen a massively elevated profile for the co-creators of hit show We Will Rock You, and the celebrations continue with the launch next week of the lavish memorabilia book , '40 Years of Queen' (Carlton Books).

Alex Gaumond, Lauren Samuels to Lead WE WILL ROCK YOU Cast Through 10th Anniversary, 2012 Olympic Year
by Kelsey Denette - Sep 29, 2011


The current year-long celebrations of legendary rock band Queen's 40th anniversary have seen a massively elevated profile for the co-creators of hit show We Will Rock You, and the celebrations continue with the launch next week of the lavish memorabilia book , '40 Years of Queen' (Carlton Books).

Lea Salonga, Anika Noni Rose, Paige O'Hara et al. Set for Disney Expo, 8/19
by BWW News Desk - Aug 19, 2011


Television icon Regis Philbin, Muppets creator Jim Henson, the extraordinary actresses who vocally brought to life many modern-day Disney Princesses including Jodi Benson (Ariel from The Little Mermaid), Paige O'Hara (Belle from Beauty and the Beast), Lea Salonga (singing voices of Jasmine from Aladdin and Mulan from Mulan), Linda Larkin (speaking voice of Jasmine from Aladdin), and Anika Noni Rose (Princess Tiana from The Princess and the Frog) plus other equally impressive contributors to the Disney legacy will be named and honored as official Disney Legends during the D23 EXPO at 11 a.m. on Friday, August 19, in the Anaheim Convention Center Arena.

Mike Burstyn To Headline JOLSON AT THE WINTER GARDEN, At The El Portal Theatre
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 18, 2011


AL JOLSON, once dubbed as The World's Greatest Entertainer, will return to North Hollywood at the historic El Portal Theatre in the person of critically acclaimed Broadway actor, MIKE BURSTYN (Winner of Two Israeli 'Oscars'; Broadway: Barnum; Off-Broadway: Lansky) starring in the titular role as Al Jolson. The Los Angeles Premiere of the new musical, JOLSON AT THE WINTER GARDEN, will be backed by a live on stage band and three back-up singers.

Jacob Young to Return to 'The Bold & The Beautiful'
by Kelsey Denette - Aug 15, 2011


Broadway veteran Jacob Young is set to return to the cast of The Bold & The Beautiful, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

NJPAC Presents Disney’s Beauty and the Beast June 22-26
by BWW News Desk - Jun 22, 2011


After thrilling Broadway audiences and enchanting millions all over the world, the award-winning musical favorite Disney's Beauty and the Beast comes to the New Jersey Performing Arts Center for eight performances from June 22nd to June 26th.

Lea Salonga, Anika Noni Rose, Paige O'Hara et al. Set for Disney Expo, 8/19
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 16, 2011


Television icon Regis Philbin, Muppets creator Jim Henson, the extraordinary actresses who vocally brought to life many modern-day Disney Princesses including Jodi Benson (Ariel from The Little Mermaid), Paige O'Hara (Belle from Beauty and the Beast), Lea Salonga (singing voices of Jasmine from Aladdin and Mulan from Mulan), Linda Larkin (speaking voice of Jasmine from Aladdin), and Anika Noni Rose (Princess Tiana from The Princess and the Frog) plus other equally impressive contributors to the Disney legacy will be named and honored as official Disney Legends during the D23 EXPO at 11 a.m. on Friday, August 19, in the Anaheim Convention Center Arena.

Other Productions of Beauty and the Beast

1994   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1997   West End London Production
West End
1999   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
2010   US Tour NETworks National Tour
US Tour
2015   St. Louis, MO (Regional) The Muny's 2015 Production
St. Louis, MO (Regional)
2015   US Tour Non-Equity National Tour
US Tour
2018   Los Angeles Hollywood Bowl Concert Production
Los Angeles

Beauty and the Beast - 1997 West End Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1998 Olivier Awards Best Costume Designer Ann Hould-Ward
1998 Olivier Awards Best Theatre Choreographer Matt West
1998 Olivier Awards The American Express Award for Best New Musical Alan Menken

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