Brigadoon Revival 1988 - Articles Page 5

Ages: 6+
Opened: October 25, 1988
Closing: unknown

Brigadoon - 1988 - West End History , Info & More

'Brigadoon' is a mythical and magical village located in the Scottish Highlands. Two unsuspecting travelers from the United States stumble upon the town while hunting and are immediately swept up in the activities of the townsfolk whose home only appears for one day every one hundred years.



Tommy, who is unhappy with his mundane life in the States, is immediately drawn into the lives of the villagers who are wonderfully untouched by the modern word He meets and becomes fascinated with a lovely Scottish girl, Fiona, and his life will never be the same.



Tommy's friend Jeff is less enchanted by the surroundings, but he too is eventually caught up in what is happening in Brigadoon, becoming reluctantly entangled with the fetching maid Meg. The villagers are eager with anticipation as the wedding of two young people, Charlie and Jeannie approaches, and the exciting day progresses from eager anticipation to wistful realization that the magical day must end and not come again for a hundred years.



Tommy must make the decision to return to his life in New York or remain in the highlands, and his reluctant return to his old life is soon regretted. Somehow he must return to Brigadoon and to Fiona.



'Brigadoon' is filled with beautiful music, including, in addition to the lovely title song, 'Almost Like Being in Love', 'The Heather on the Hill', 'Come to Me, Bend to Me', and 'There But For You Go I'.



Book and lyrics for 'Brigadoon are by Alan Jay Lerner, and music is by Frederick Loewe The musical opened on Broadway in 1947.



Gene Kelley and Van Johnson appeared as the Americans in the movie version of the musical released in 1954. Cyd Charisse was the lovely Fiona.

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Hal Linden, Christina Pickles Lead ON GOLDEN POND At Colony Theater
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 30, 2011


The Colony Theatre is thrilled to present the second production of its 37th season of shows - its first ever with six productions instead of five! Hal Linden & Christina Pickles will star in the classic, ON GOLDEN POND, written by Ernest Thompson and directed by Cameron Watson (Trying, Grace and Glorie).

Irons, Barbour & Errico Star in CAMELOT at Irish Rep, 6/6
by BWW News Desk - Jun 6, 2011


Off-Broadway's acclaimed Irish Repertory Theatre presents its 2011 Annual Benefit Gala, a concert performance on Broadway of Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe's CAMELOT - the beloved musical that defined an age with its lush romantic score that soars above the legendary tale of idealism, passion and betrayal - on Monday, June 6 at The Shubert Theatre (225 West 44th Street) in Manhattan. Charlotte Moore, who directed last year's acclaimed concert staging of BRIGADOON on Broadway and helms the Irish Repertory's current production of Dion Boucicault's THE SHAUGHRAUN, directs a cast of Broadway stars.

Melissa Errico, James Barbour Join Jeremy Irons In Irish Rep's CAMELOT; Full Cast Announced
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 27, 2011


Off-Broadway's Irish Repertory Theatre presents its 2011 Annual Benefit Gala, a concert performance on Broadway of Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe's CAMELOT - the beloved musical that defined an age with its lush romantic score that soars above the legendary tale of idealism, passion and betrayal - on Monday, June 6 at The Shubert Theatre (225 West 44th Street) in Manhattan.

Jeremy Irons to Star in CAMELOT at Irish Rep, 6/6
by Nicole Rosky - May 6, 2011


Off-Broadway's acclaimed Irish Repertory Theatre presents its 2011 Annual Benefit Gala, a concert performance on Broadway of Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe's CAMELOT - the beloved musical that defined an age with its lush romantic score that soars above the legendary tale of idealism, passion and betrayal - on Monday, June 6 at The Shubert Theatre (225 West 44th Street) in Manhattan. Charlotte Moore, who directed last year's acclaimed concert staging of BRIGADOON on Broadway and helms the Irish Repertory's current production of Dion Boucicault's THE SHAUGHRAUN, directs a cast of Broadway stars.

Irish Rep Sets Dates for Dion Boucicault's THE SHAUGHRAUN, Opens 5/1
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2011


Irish Repertory Theatre (132 West 22nd Street) continues its 23rd Season with a new Off-Broadway production of Dion Boucicault's comic masterpiece THE SHAUGHRAUN, will open on the company's Francis J. Greenburger Mainstage on May 1.

Photo Flash: Irish Rep Presents THE SHAUGHRAUN
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 27, 2011


Irish Repertory Theatre (132 West 22nd Street) continues its 23rd Season with a new Off-Broadway production of Dion Boucicault's comic masterpiece THE SHAUGHRAUN, set to begin previews on the company's Francis J. Greenburger Mainstage on April 21, prior to its official press opening May 1.

Irish Rep Sets Dates for Dion Boucicault's THE SHAUGHRAUN
by BWW News Desk - Apr 21, 2011


Irish Repertory Theatre (132 West 22nd Street) continues its 23rd Season with a new Off-Broadway production of Dion Boucicault's comic masterpiece THE SHAUGHRAUN, set to begin previews on the company's Francis J. Greenburger Mainstage on April 21, prior to its official press opening May 1.

CAMELOT Returns to Broadway in Irish Rep. Benefit Concert, 6/6
by Jessica Lewis - Apr 18, 2011


Off-Broadway's acclaimed Irish Repertory Theatre presents its 2011 Annual Benefit Gala, a concert performance on Broadway of Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe's CAMELOT - the beloved musical that defined an age with its lush romantic score that soars above the legendary tale of idealism, passion and betrayal - on Monday, June 6 at The Shubert Theatre (225 West 44th Street) in Manhattan. Charlotte Moore, who directed last year's acclaimed concert staging of BRIGADOON on Broadway and helms the Irish Repertory's current production of Dion Boucicault's THE SHAUGHRAUN, will direct.

Irish Rep Sets Dates for Dion Boucicault's THE SHAUGHRAUN
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 14, 2011


Irish Repertory Theatre (132 West 22nd Street) continues its 23rd Season with a new Off-Broadway production of Dion Boucicault's comic masterpiece THE SHAUGHRAUN, set to begin previews on the company's Francis J. Greenburger Mainstage on April 21, prior to its official press opening May 1.

Simone Kirby Joins MOLLY SWEENEY At Irish Rep, Ends 4/10
by BWW News Desk - Apr 10, 2011


Off-Broadway's Irish Repertory Theatre welcomes noted Irish actress Simone Kirby, who portrayed Molly Sweeney in a UK revival last year, garnering critical acclaim, to its hit revival of Tony Award-winning playwright Brian Friel's MOLLY SWEENEY - the story of a blind woman who undergoes an operation to try to restore her sight. Ms. Kirby joins co-stars Jonathan Hogan and Ciarán O'Reilly, with performances ending April 10 at Irish Repertory Theatre (132 West 22nd Street) in Manhattan.

Irish Rep Sets Dates for Dion Boucicault's THE SHAUGHRAUN
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 28, 2011


Irish Repertory Theatre (132 West 22nd Street) continues its 23rd Season with a new Off-Broadway production of Dion Boucicault's comic masterpiece THE SHAUGHRAUN, set to begin previews on the company's Francis J. Greenburger Mainstage on April 21, prior to its official press opening May 1.

Simone Kirby Joins MOLLY SWEENEY At Irish Rep
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 9, 2011


Off-Broadway's Irish Repertory Theatre welcomes noted Irish actress Simone Kirby, who portrayed Molly Sweeney in a UK revival last year, garnering critical acclaim, to its hit revival of Tony Award-winning playwright Brian Friel's MOLLY SWEENEY - the story of a blind woman who undergoes an operation to try to restore her sight.

Irish Rep Extends MOLLY SWEENEY Thru 4/10
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 21, 2011


Off-Broadway's Irish Repertory Theatre (132 West 22nd Street) announces an extension to April 10 of its hit revival of Tony Award-winning playwright Brian Friel's MOLLY SWEENEY - the story of a blind woman who undergoes an operation to try to restore her sight.

Irish Rep Presents A CHILD'S CHRISTMAS IN WALES, Closes 1/2/2011
by BWW News Desk - Jan 2, 2011


The Irish Repertory Theatre continues its 23rd Season on December 8 with Dylan Thomas's holiday classic A CHILD'S CHRISTMAS IN WALES

Irish Rep Presents A CHILD'S CHRISTMAS IN WALES 12/8-1/2/2011
by BWW News Desk - Dec 8, 2010


The Irish Repertory Theatre continues its 23rd Season on December 8 with Dylan Thomas's holiday classic A CHILD'S CHRISTMAS IN WALES

Irish Rep Presents A CHILD'S CHRISTMAS IN WALES 12/8-1/2/2011
by BWW News Desk - Dec 8, 2010


The Irish Repertory Theatre continues its 23rd Season on December 8 with Dylan Thomas's holiday classic A CHILD'S CHRISTMAS IN WALES

Irish Rep Presents A CHILD'S CHRISTMAS IN WALES 12/8-1/2/2011
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 22, 2010


The Irish Repertory Theatre continues its 23rd Season on December 8 with Dylan Thomas's holiday classic A CHILD'S CHRISTMAS IN WALES

Irish Rep Presents A CHILD'S CHRISTMAS IN WALES 12/8-1/2/2011
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 17, 2010


The Irish Repertory Theatre continues its 23rd Season on December 8 with Dylan Thomas's holiday classic A CHILD'S CHRISTMAS IN WALES

Butler, Cerveris, Garber, Hawke & More Sing for Jack O'Brien 11/8
by BWW News Desk - Nov 8, 2010


Sonnet Repertory Theatre announced their Ninth Annual BENEFIT & CABARET HONORING JACK O'BRIEN to be held Monday, November 8th at Joe's Pub, to be hosted by Jerry Mitchell with Musical Direction by Dan Lipton and featuring performances by John Behlmann, Kerry Butler, Michael Cerveris, Victor Garber, Ethan Hawke, Carly Jibson, Andrew Lippa, Duncan Sheik, Joe Allen Players.

Butler, Cerveris, Garber, Hawke & More Sing for Jack O'Brien 11/8
by Robert Diamond - Oct 27, 2010


Sonnet Repertory Theatre announced their Ninth Annual BENEFIT & CABARET HONORING JACK O'BRIEN to be held Monday, November 8th at Joe's Pub, to be hosted by Jerry Mitchell with Musical Direction by Dan Lipton and featuring performances by John Behlmann, Kerry Butler, Michael Cerveris, Victor Garber, Ethan Hawke, Carly Jibson, Andrew Lippa, Duncan Sheik, Joe Allen Players.

Irish Rep's THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY to Close 9/26
by BWW News Desk - Sep 26, 2010


The Irish Repertory Theatre's hit revival THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Frank McCourt ('Angela's Ashes') will close on September 26, 2010. The production is Directed by Charlotte Moore, who helmed the recent Broadway concert version of BRIGADOON.

Irish Rep's THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY to Close 9/26
by BWW News Desk - Sep 1, 2010


The Irish Repertory Theatre's hit revival THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Frank McCourt ('Angela's Ashes') will close on September 26, 2010. The production is Directed by Charlotte Moore, who helmed the recent Broadway concert version of BRIGADOON.

Irish Rep Extends THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY Thru 9/26
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 11, 2010


The Irish Repertory Theatre announces the extension of its hit revival THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Frank McCourt ('Angela's Ashes') Directed by Charlotte Moore, who helmed the recent Broadway concert version of BRIGADOON.

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.

Irish Rep Honors Frank McCourt With THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY, 7/22
by BWW News Desk - Jul 22, 2010


Honoring the one-year anniversary of the passing of Frank McCourt, The Irish Repertory Theatre presents a special engagement of THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Frank McCourt ('Angela's Ashes'). Directed by Charlotte Moore

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