The Boy Friend 1954 - Articles Page 5

Ages: 12+
Opened: September 30, 1954

The Boy Friend - 1954 - Broadway History , Info & More

Royale Theatre
242 W. 45th St. New York, NY 10036

The Jazz Age lives on in this light, romantic spoof of 1920's musical comedy. brbrThe setting is-where else?-the French Riviera. Polly, an English heiress attending Mme. Dubonnet's Finishing School, falls in love with Tony, a delivery boy. Recalling her father's warning to beware fortune seekers, she posses as a working girl, unaware Tony is in fact the missing son of the wealthy Lord Brockhurst. Things get complicated with the unexpected arrival in Nice of Polly's parents and Lord and Lady Brockhurst-but not to worry, a happy ending is in store for all. brbrThe show's many memorable roles include the flirtatious Mme. Dubonnet, her boy-crazy students and Polly (the role which turned Julie Andrews into an overnight sensation), making it ideal for theatre groups with a strong female ensemble. With its catchy tunes, period dances (including the inevitable Charleston) and winning sense of humor, "The Boy Friend" is a sparkling, tongue-in-cheek 1920's romp in the spirit of "No, No, Nanette."

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15th Annual Cinema at the Square Set for 8/2-19
by Kelsey Denette - Jul 13, 2012


Cinema at the Square returns to PlayhouseSquare for its fifteenth year of bringing classic films back to the BIG screen in Cleveland August 2-19.

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by Nicole Rosky - Apr 25, 2012


Stage and screen star Julie Andrews recently stoppped by 'The Colbert Report,' where she chatted about her book series 'The Very Fairy Princess.'

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by BWW News Desk - Apr 12, 2012


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What to See in the Triangle 2011-2012 Season
by BWW News Desk - Apr 4, 2012


There's so much already going on this season in Triangle theater! I'm so thrilled by what I've seen so far, and I cannot wait to dive into so many more amazing productions. I can't tell you exactly what to see, but I'll let you know what I am definitely going to be seeing this year.

David Strathairn Joins Jessica Chastain in Broadway's THE HEIRESS this Fall
by Jessica Lewis - Mar 15, 2012


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Stew, Heidi Rodewald and Michael Cerveris Set for Public Forum, 2/27
by BWW News Desk - Feb 27, 2012


The Public Theater will continue the 2011-2012 Public Forum season in February with a night of conversation and songs featuring Stew, Heidi Rodewald and Michael Cerveris. This Public Forum event will coincide with the new musical, The Total Bent, premiering in February as part of the Public Lab series. This intimate evening featuring three great singer-songwriters will take place on Monday, February 27 at 9:30 p.m. at Joe's Pub. Member tickets, priced at $15, are on sale now. Single tickets, priced at $20, go on sale Thursday, January 26.

The Public Theater Shifts THE TOTAL BENT Performances to Begin 2/24
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 7, 2012


The Public Theater announced new February dates today for THE TOTAL BENT by Stew and Heidi Rodewald and directed by Joanna Settle. The shift in dates for this Public Lab production is due to an unforeseen construction-related delay that prevented the show from getting into the theater on the scheduled start date. The Public Theater's building renovation has been underway since fall 2008 and is expected to be completed on time this summer.

What to See in the Triangle 2011-2012 Season
by BWW News Desk - Feb 2, 2012


There's so much already going on this season in Triangle theater! I'm so thrilled by what I've seen so far, and I cannot wait to dive into so many more amazing productions. I can't tell you exactly what to see, but I'll let you know what I am definitely going to be seeing this year.

What to See in the Triangle 2011-2012 Season
by BWW News Desk - Jan 28, 2012


There's so much already going on this season in Triangle theater! I'm so thrilled by what I've seen so far, and I cannot wait to dive into so many more amazing productions. I can't tell you exactly what to see, but I'll let you know what I am definitely going to be seeing this year.

Stew, Heidi Rodewald and Michael Cerveris Set for Public Forum, 2/27
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 20, 2012


The Public Theater will continue the 2011-2012 Public Forum season in February with a night of conversation and songs featuring Stew, Heidi Rodewald and Michael Cerveris. This Public Forum event will coincide with the new musical, The Total Bent, premiering in February as part of the Public Lab series. This intimate evening featuring three great singer-songwriters will take place on Monday, February 27 at 9:30 p.m. at Joe's Pub. Member tickets, priced at $15, are on sale now. Single tickets, priced at $20, go on sale Thursday, January 26.

Jessica Chastain Leads Broadway's THE HEIRESS, Fall 2012; Moises Kaufman Helms
by Jessica Lewis - Jan 5, 2012


Acclaimed actress Jessica Chastain, winner of 2011 New York, Los Angeles and Chicago Film Critics and National Board of Review Awards and recently nominated for Golden Globe and Screen Actors Guild Awards, will make her Broadway debut starring in the Tony Award®-winning play The Heiress.

What to See in the Triangle 2011-2012 Season
by Larissa Mount - Oct 27, 2011


There's so much already going on this season in Triangle theater! I'm so thrilled by what I've seen so far, and I cannot wait to dive into so many more amazing productions. I can't tell you exactly what to see, but I'll let you know what I am definitely going to be seeing this year.

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by BWW News Desk - Oct 10, 2011


New Repertory Theatre, in residence at the Arsenal Center for the Arts has announced Collected Stories by 2000 Pulitzer Prize playwright Donald Margulies.

New Repertory Theater Presents COLLECTED STORIES 10/9-30
by BWW News Desk - Oct 9, 2011


New Repertory Theatre, in residence at the Arsenal Center for the Arts has announced Collected Stories by 2000 Pulitzer Prize playwright Donald Margulies.

New Repertory Theater Presents COLLECTED STORIES 10/9-30
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 13, 2011


New Repertory Theatre, in residence at the Arsenal Center for the Arts has announced Collected Stories by 2000 Pulitzer Prize playwright Donald Margulies.

Chris Colfer Wants Julie Andrews on GLEE!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 24, 2011


GLEE might not be back in full swing until Septeber, but cast member Chris Colfer is already brainstorming possible future guest stars. Colfertold ShowbizSpy: 'I just want Julie Andrews in it, that's all. I just want Julie Andrews to come and play my grandmother and then I'd be happy. That's all I need.'

Photo Flash: Sean Penn, Hal Holbrook, et al. Celebrate Tonys on West Coast
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 14, 2011


'Who would have thought that a young boy from Weymouth would become part of such a large family of vagabonds,' remarked Hal Holbrook about the actors and industry professionals that gathered to honor him at the 15th annual TONY Award party in Los Angeles. 'Not all of us have been lucky enough to make a steady income from this profession we love so much. It's nice to know an organization such as the Actors Fund exists to watch our backs, while we concentrate on using our craft to make the world a richer place to live,' added Holbrook just after friend and colleague, Sean Penn, presented the accomplished thespian with the Julie Harris Award. Penn, who directed Holbrook in 'Into The Wild,' said 'Hal always got it in the first take, but you wanted him to do it again, just so you could watch him work.'

Julie Andrews to Makes Barnes & Noble Appearance Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2011


On May 10, stage and screen star Julie Andrews will sign copies of her new book 'The Very Fairy Princess Takes the Stage' at 7pm at the 86th Street Barnes & Noble in the Upper East Side.

Julie Andrews to Makes Barnes & Noble Appearance 5/10
by BWW News Desk - May 9, 2011


On May 10, stage and screen star Julie Andrews will sign copies of her new book 'The Very Fairy Princess Takes the Stage' at 7pm at the 86th Street Barnes & Noble in the Upper East Side.

Robin Wagner, Lewis Brown, et al. Win TDF/Irene Sharaff Awards
by BWW News Desk - Apr 8, 2011


Three-time Tony Award-winning scenic designer ROBIN WAGNER and esteemed costume designer LEWIS BROWN are among the 2011 TDF/Irene Sharaff Awards recipients. The awards will be presented at a ceremony on Friday, April 8 at 6:30pm at the Hudson Theatre (145 West 44th Street). Mr. Brown was selected to receive the 2011 TDF/Irene Sharaff Lifetime Achievement Award for costume design, and Tony Award-winning scenic designer Robin Wagner will receive the Robert L.B. Tobin Award for Sustained Excellence in Theatrical Design. Sadly, Mr. Brown passed away in January of 2011. His award will be accepted by his long-time colleague and friend, Albert Wolsky, who was the recipient of the 2010 TDF/Irene Sharaff Lifetime Achievement Award

B.B. King Confirms Three Rare UK June Concerts
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 28, 2011


Universally hailed as the reigning King of the Blues, the legendary B.B. King will perform three UK concerts in Manchester, Edinburgh and London in June 2011.

Susan Claassen Returns to Tucson's Invisible Theatre 3/3-5
by BWW News Desk - Mar 5, 2011


Arizona-based actress and Invisible Theatre's Managing Artistic Director, SUSAN CLAASSEN, most recently completed a sold-out 5 week run at the El Portal Theatre in North Hollywood.

Robin Wagner, Lewis Brown, et al. Win TDF/Irene Sharaff Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 22, 2011


Three-time Tony Award-winning scenic designer ROBIN WAGNER and esteemed costume designer LEWIS BROWN are among the 2011 TDF/Irene Sharaff Awards recipients. The awards will be presented at a ceremony on Friday, April 8 at 6:30pm at the Hudson Theatre (145 West 44th Street). Mr. Brown was selected to receive the 2011 TDF/Irene Sharaff Lifetime Achievement Award for costume design, and Tony Award-winning scenic designer Robin Wagner will receive the Robert L.B. Tobin Award for Sustained Excellence in Theatrical Design. Sadly, Mr. Brown passed away in January of 2011. His award will be accepted by his long-time colleague and friend, Albert Wolsky, who was the recipient of the 2010 TDF/Irene Sharaff Lifetime Achievement Award

Susan Claassen Returns to Tucson's Invisible Theatre 3/3-5
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 17, 2011


Arizona-based actress and Invisible Theatre's Managing Artistic Director, SUSAN CLAASSEN, most recently completed a sold-out 5 week run at the El Portal Theatre in North Hollywood.

Rabe, Jennings, Martin et al. Back for MERCHANT on Broadway
by Jessica Lewis - Sep 21, 2010


Michael Riedel reports in the New York Post this morning that Al Pacino's star power has earned The Merchant of Venice the winners spot for the fall's highest advance generating show. The production, which opens at the Broadhurst Theatre on November 7, 2010, has reportedly taken in approximately $4M, beating out all incoming fall plays and musicals.

The Boy Friend FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Boy Friend have there been?
The Boy Friend has had 17 productions including London Fringe which opened in 1953, London Fringe which opened in 1953, West End which opened in 1954, Broadway which opened in 1954, Broadway which opened in 1954, US Tour which opened in 1955, Off-Broadway which opened in 1958, West End which opened in 1967, Australia which opened in 1968, Broadway which opened in 1970, Broadway which opened in 1970, West End which opened in 1984, Regional (US) which opened in 2003, Regional (US) which opened in 2005, West End which opened in 2006, Off-Broadway which opened in 2007 and West End which opened in 2019.
What awards has The Boy Friend been nominated for?
The Boy Friend has been nominated for the Performance category at the Theatre World Awards. Julie Andrews was nominated for her performance in the show.
What awards has The Boy Friend won?
The Boy Friend has won the Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Julie Andrews.

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