Big River Revival Tour 2004 - Articles Page 14

Opened: June 11, 2004
Closing: June 2005

Big River - 2004 - US Tour History , Info & More

Based on the novel Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain

The production is based on the 2003 Broadway staging by the Roundabout Theatre Company and the American Deaf West Theatre. Huckleberry Finn narrates the story of Huck, a young man who takes a long journey to accompany an escaped slave named Jim on his quest for freedom. In the process, Huck learns a great deal about himself and about the developing country around him.



The show blends American Sign Language (ASL) with traditional choreography and staging, affording a unique opportunity for deaf and hearing actors to work collaboratively and provide accessibility to a wider audience. In this adaptation, every line and lyric is simultaneously performed in spoken (or sung) English and ASL, and interwoven with music, dance, and storytelling techniques from both hearing and deaf cultures.

Big River - 2004 - US Tour Cast

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Big River - 2004 - US Tour Articles Page 14

Yale Rep Presents WE HAVE ALWAYS LIVED IN THE CASTLE 9/17-10/9
by BWW News Desk - Sep 17, 2010


YALE REPERTORY THEATRE (James Bundy, Artistic Director; Victoria Nolan, Managing Director) presents the world premiere of WE HAVE ALWAYS LIVED IN THE CASTLE, September 17-October 9, at the University Theatre (222 York Street).

Yale Rep Presents WE HAVE ALWAYS LIVED IN THE CASTLE 9/17-10/9
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 31, 2010


YALE REPERTORY THEATRE (James Bundy, Artistic Director; Victoria Nolan, Managing Director) presents the world premiere of WE HAVE ALWAYS LIVED IN THE CASTLE, September 17-October 9, at the University Theatre (222 York Street).

Campbell, Carney, Davis Set For La Jolla's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM 7/20-8/22
by BWW News Desk - Aug 22, 2010


La Jolla Playhouse announces the cast for its upcoming production of A Midsummer Night's Dream, directed by Playhouse Artistic Director Christopher Ashley, playing in the Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre July 20 - August 22, 2010 (press opening: July 27 at 7:00 pm).

Yale Rep Presents WE HAVE ALWAYS LIVED IN THE CASTLE 9/17-10/9
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 16, 2010


YALE REPERTORY THEATRE (James Bundy, Artistic Director; Victoria Nolan, Managing Director) presents the world premiere of WE HAVE ALWAYS LIVED IN THE CASTLE, September 17-October 9, at the University Theatre (222 York Street).

Transport Group Closes SEE ROCK CITY & OTHER DESTINATIONS, 8/14
by BWW News Desk - Aug 14, 2010


Transport Group (TG), the winner of a special 2007 Drama Desk Award and 2007 and 2010 OBIE Awards, has announced that its production of the New York premiere of See Rock City & Other Destinations, music by Brad Alexander; book and lyrics by Adam Mathias; directed by Artistic Director Jack Cummings III, will extend one week through Saturday, August 14 at The Duke on 42nd Street, a New 42nd Street® project, 229 West 42nd Street.

HAIRSPRAY Ends Pittsburgh Run
by BWW News Desk - Aug 1, 2010


Audiences will be whisked away to 1960s Baltimore when Pittsburgh CLO presents Hairspray July 20 - August 1 at the Benedum Center. Adapted for the stage from John Water's 1988 film, Hairspray ran on Broadway for over six years and has since become a toe-tapping hit all over the world.

Transport Group Extends SEE ROCK CITY & OTHER DESTINATIONS Thru 8/14
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 29, 2010


Transport Group (TG), the winner of a special 2007 Drama Desk Award and 2007 and 2010 OBIE Awards, has announced that its production of the New York premiere of See Rock City & Other Destinations, music by Brad Alexander; book and lyrics by Adam Mathias; directed by Artistic Director Jack Cummings III, will extend one week through Saturday, August 14 at The Duke on 42nd Street, a New 42nd Street® project, 229 West 42nd Street.

Transport Group to Present SEE ROCK CITY & OTHER DESTINATIONS,Opens 7/25
by BWW News Desk - Jul 25, 2010


Transport Group (TG), the winner of a special 2007 Drama Desk Award and 2007 and 2010 OBIE Awards, will present the New York premiere of See Rock City & Other Destinations, music by Brad Alexander; book and lyrics by Adam Mathias; directed by Artistic Director Jack Cummings III (two-time Drama Desk Award nominee for Outstanding Director for TG's The Audience and The Boys in the Band), beginning Saturday, July 17, and opening Sunday, July 25, at 7pm at The Duke on 42nd Street, a New 42nd Street® project, 229 West 42nd Street.

HAIRSPRAY Makes Its Pittsburgh Debut With Drew Lachey 7/20-8/1
by BWW News Desk - Jul 20, 2010


Audiences will be whisked away to 1960s Baltimore when Pittsburgh CLO presents Hairspray July 20 - August 1 at the Benedum Center. Adapted for the stage from John Water's 1988 film, Hairspray ran on Broadway for over six years and has since become a toe-tapping hit all over the world.

Campbell, Carney, Davis Star in La Jolla's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, 7/20-8/22
by BWW News Desk - Jul 20, 2010


La Jolla Playhouse presents its production of A Midsummer Night's Dream, directed by Playhouse Artistic Director Christopher Ashley, playing in the Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre July 20 - August 22, 2010 (press opening: July 27 at 7:00 pm).

Transport Group to Present SEE ROCK CITY & OTHER DESTINATIONS, Previews 7/17
by BWW News Desk - Jul 17, 2010


Transport Group (TG), the winner of a special 2007 Drama Desk Award and 2007 and 2010 OBIE Awards, will present the New York premiere of See Rock City & Other Destinations, music by Brad Alexander; book and lyrics by Adam Mathias; directed by Artistic Director Jack Cummings III (two-time Drama Desk Award nominee for Outstanding Director for TG's The Audience and The Boys in the Band), beginning Saturday, July 17, and opening Sunday, July 25, at 7pm at The Duke on 42nd Street, a New 42nd Street® project, 229 West 42nd Street.

Eder, Studdard Join Aiken for PBS Concert
by Nicolas Coburn - Jul 14, 2010


PBS will air 'Clay Aiken: Tried and True Live!' this summer. Please check local listings for dates and times. PBS describes the broadcast as 'a television special featuring Clay Aiken and guest stars Ruben Studdard and Linda Eder performing great romantic hits of the '50s, '60s and '70s. Clay and his guests are accompanied by a full orchestra in the Big Band tradition.'

HAIRSPRAY Makes It s Pittsburgh Debut With Drew Lachey 7/20-8/1
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 7, 2010


Audiences will be whisked away to 1960s Baltimore when Pittsburgh CLO presents Hairspray July 20 - August 1 at the Benedum Center. Adapted for the stage from John Water's 1988 film, Hairspray ran on Broadway for over six years and has since become a toe-tapping hit all over the world.

GYPSY OF THE MONTH: Ben Thompson of 'American Idiot'
by Adrienne Onofri - Jul 2, 2010


Ben made his B'way debut in the Green Day musical, and is now friends with the rockers he's long idolized.

Dennehy, Galati, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR et al. Set for Stratford '11
by Abigail Arnold - Jun 29, 2010


Stratford, Ontario's Stratford Shakespeare Festival has announced the lineup for the 2011 Festival.

Campbell, Carney, Davis Set For La Jolla's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM 7/20-8/22
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 21, 2010


La Jolla Playhouse announces the cast for its upcoming production of A Midsummer Night's Dream, directed by Playhouse Artistic Director Christopher Ashley, playing in the Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre July 20 - August 22, 2010 (press opening: July 27 at 7:00 pm).

2010 River To River Festival Kicks Off Today
by BWW News Desk - Jun 21, 2010


Offering something for everyone, the ninth annual River To River® Festival today unveiled a stellar line-up of free music, dance, and cultural events that firmly establishes Lower Manhattan as the city's summer arts capital.

Transport Group to Present SEE ROCK CITY & OTHER DESTINATIONS, Previews 7/17
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 2, 2010


Transport Group (TG), the winner of a special 2007 Drama Desk Award and 2007 and 2010 OBIE Awards, will present the New York premiere of See Rock City & Other Destinations, music by Brad Alexander; book and lyrics by Adam Mathias; directed by Artistic Director Jack Cummings III (two-time Drama Desk Award nominee for Outstanding Director for TG's The Audience and The Boys in the Band), beginning Saturday, July 17, and opening Sunday, July 25, at 7pm at The Duke on 42nd Street, a New 42nd Street® project, 229 West 42nd Street.

Kohl, Pew, Parlato, Denman & More Star In Pioneer Theatre Company's 42ND STREET 4/23 - 5/8
by BWW News Desk - May 8, 2010


Pioneer Theatre Company presents its season finale 42ND STREET, April 23rd through May 8th, 2010.

Astoria PAC Presents CHILDREN OF EDEN 5/6 - 5/22, Opens 5/8
by BWW News Desk - May 8, 2010


Astoria Performing Arts Center is pleased to announce their production of the Stephen Schwartz musical Children of Eden, choreography by Christine O'Grady, musical direction by Lilli Wosk, and directed by Tom Wojtunik.

Astoria PAC Presents CHILDREN OF EDEN 5/6 - 5/22, Opens 5/8
by BWW News Desk - May 6, 2010


Astoria Performing Arts Center is pleased to announce their production of the Stephen Schwartz musical Children of Eden, choreography by Christine O'Grady, musical direction by Lilli Wosk, and directed by Tom Wojtunik.

THE BURNT PART BOYS Begins Previews Tonight 4/30 At at Playwrights Horizons
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 30, 2010


Previews begin tonight, Friday, April 30 for the Playwrights Horizons (Artistic Director, Tim Sanford; Managing Director, Leslie Marcus) and Vineyard Theatre (Artistic Director, Douglas Aibel; Executive Director, Jennifer Garvey-Blackwell) co-production of the New York premiere of the new musical THE BURNT PART BOYS.

THE BURNT PART BOYS Announces Complete Off Broadway Casting, Previews 4/30
by BWW News Desk - Apr 30, 2010


Playwrights Horizons (Artistic Director, Tim Sanford; Managing Director, Leslie Marcus) and Vineyard Theatre (Artistic Director, Douglas Aibel; Executive Director, Jennifer Garvey-Blackwell) have announced complete casting for their co-production of the New York premiere of the new musical THE BURNT PART BOYS by Mariana Elder (book), Chris Miller (music) and Nathan Tysen (lyrics).

Kohl, Pew, Parlato, Denman & More Star In Pioneer Theatre Company's 42ND STREET 4/23 - 5/8
by BWW News Desk - Apr 23, 2010


Pioneer Theatre Company presents its season finale 42ND STREET, April 23rd through May 8th, 2010.

2010 River To River Festival Unveils Lineup, Kicks Off 6/21
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 15, 2010


Offering something for everyone, the ninth annual River To River® Festival today unveiled a stellar line-up of free music, dance, and cultural events that firmly establishes Lower Manhattan as the city's summer arts capital.

Other Productions of Big River

1985   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1986   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
1987   US Tour 2nd National Tour
US Tour
1997   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
2003   Broadway Roundabout Revival
Broadway
2004   US Tour National Tour
US Tour

Big River - 2004 US Tour Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2004 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor - Musical Tyrone Giordano
2004 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor - Musical Michael McElroy
2004 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director - Musical Jeff Calhoun
2004 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Michael McElroy
2004 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Roundabout Theatre Company
2004 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Julia C. Levy
2004 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Deaf West Theatre
2004 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Ed Waterstreet
2004 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Bill O'Brien
2004 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Center Theatre Group
2004 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Mark Taper Forum

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