Cats 1981 - Articles Page 13

Ages: 6+
Opened: May 11, 1981
Closing: May 11, 2002

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Based on Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats by T.S. Eliot

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There's no better way to introduce your family to the wonders of live theatre than with the magic, the mystery, the memory of CATS. What began as a musical about cats after Andrew Lloyd Webber picked up a book of poems in an airport bookshop has become one of the longest running shows in Broadway's history. Winner of seven Tony Awards including Best Musical, CATS features 20 of Andrew Lloyd Webber's timeless melodies, including the hit song "Memory."

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Marriott Theatre Stages Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS, Now thru 5/25
by BWW News Desk - Mar 26, 2014


The Marriott Theatre will present one of the biggest blockbuster musical hits of our time, Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS. Based on the poems of T.S. Eliot, CATS previews tonight, March 26, opens April 2 and runs through May 25 at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire, IL. CATS will be Directed and Choreographed by multiple Jeff Award-winner Marc Robin with Musical Direction by Ryan T. Nelson.

Atlanta Lyric Theatre Sets 35th Season: CATS, BARNUM, CHICAGO & More
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 25, 2014


Atlanta Lyric Theatre, now in its 35th year as the metro area's only professional musical theatre company, has announced its upcoming 2014-15 season of musicals at the Jennie T. Anderson Theatre in Marietta. With five fantastic shows - Andrew Lloyd Webber's international hit Cats, the Broadway blockbuster Chicago, the regional premiere Catch Me If You Can, baseball's greatest hit Damn Yankees, and the big top circus musical Barnum! -- we look forward to continuing to deliver unforgettable theatrical experiences to our patrons!

Photo Flash: First Look at San Diego Musical Theatre's CATS
by BWW News Desk - Mar 25, 2014


San Diego Musical Theatre "The Local Way to See Broadway" presents their first production of 2014, CATS, running two more weekends at the North Park Theatre throughApril 6, 2014. With music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, based on the Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats by T.S. Eliot, CATS tells the story, in song and dance, of the annual gathering of Jellicle cats at which time one special cat is selected to ascend to the Heaviside layer. A true musical theatre phenomenon, CATS opened at London's New London Theatre on May 11, 1981 and ran for a record-setting 21 years. CATS's London success was nearly matched on Broadway where it ran at the Wintergarden Theatre for just over 18 years. Directed by James Vasquez; Choreography by Janet Renslow; Musical Direction by Don LeMaster. Matthew Novotny, Lighting Designer - Janet Pitcher, Costume Coordinator -Stanley Cohen, Stage Manager. Check out a first look below!

San Diego Musical Theatre Presents CATS, Directed by James Vasquez, Now thru 4/6
by BWW News Desk - Mar 21, 2014


San Diego Musical Theatre announces their first production of 2014 - CATS, (press opening on Saturday, March 22) at the North Park Theatre.

Kelly Provart, Todrick Hall & More Set for La Mirada Theatre's CATS; Opens 4/19
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 14, 2014


LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS & MC COY RIGBY ENTERTAINMENT present the fourth production in its 2013-1014 season of shows with one of the most popular musical events of all-time, the Tony award-winning, CATS, music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, based on "Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats" by T.S. Eliot, with musical direction by John Glaudini and directed and choreographed by Dana Solimando. CATS will feature Kelly Provart as Grizabella and Todrick Hall (whose hilarious YOUTUBE video parodies have been seen by millions of viewers) as Rum Tum Tugger. CATS will preview onFriday, April 18, 2014 (with a press opening on Saturday, April 19) and run through Sunday, May 11, 2014 at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts, 14900 La Mirada Blvd in La Mirada.

Marriott Theatre to Stage Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS, 3/26-5/25
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 5, 2014


The Marriott Theatre will present one of the biggest blockbuster musical hits of our time, Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS. Based on the poems of T.S. Eliot, CATS previews March 26, opens April 2 and runs through May 25 at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire, IL. CATS will be Directed and Choreographed by multiple Jeff Award-winner Marc Robin with Musical Direction by Ryan T. Nelson.

CATS, LES MIS & More Set for Paramount's 2014-15 Broadway Series
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 1, 2014


Paramount announces 2014-15 Broadway Series: Cats, Mary Poppins, Tommy & Les Mis

Photo Flash: San Diego Musical Theatre Celebrates 2013 Season With SDTCC Craig Noel Awards, Announces 2014 'Season of Musicals'
by Diana Heisroth - Feb 21, 2014


San Diego Musical Theatre wins awards, for their 2013 Season of Musicals, at the San Diego Theatre Critics Circle 12th Annual Craig Noel Awards on February 10th, 2014 at the Museum of Contemporary Arts in La Jolla among 500 San Diego theatre industry members and supporters. Scroll down to see pictures from the event!

Jeffrey Scott Parsons, Debbie Prutsman & More to Star in San Diego Musical Theatre's CATS; Cast Announced
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 1, 2014


San Diego Musical Theatre announces their first production of 2014 - CATS, (press opening on Saturday, March 22) at the North Park Theatre.

San Diego Musical Theatre to Present CATS, Directed by James Vasquez, 3/21-4/6
by BWW News Desk - Jan 13, 2014


San Diego Musical Theatre announces their first production of 2014 - CATS, (press opening on Saturday, March 22) at the North Park Theatre.

BWW Reviews: CATS Brings Broadway Talent to Raleigh
by Larisa Mount - Oct 12, 2013


Cats, the popular show which was a hallmark of the Broadway landscape for almost two decades, is the current show being staged by North Carolina Theatre in downtown Raleigh, in the Raleigh Memorial Auditorium of the Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts.

Broadway Palm's CATS Continues Through 11/23
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 11, 2013


Broadway Palm will be welcoming Andrew Lloyd Webber's fantastical musical CATS back to the stage now through November 23, 2013. One of the most successful musicals the world has ever seen, CATS has entertained more than 48 million people since its 1981 London premiere and worldwide box office revenues are estimated to exceed $2 billion.

Kenneth Prymus and More Star in North Carolina Theatre's CATS, Now thru 10/13
by BWW News Desk - Oct 8, 2013


North Carolina Theatre (NCT), the region's premier producer of professional Broadway musicals, is excited to announce the casting for CATS, their first show on the exciting 2013/14 season. The show that revolutionized musical theatre is making its NC Theatre premiere from tonight, October 8 - 13, 2013 at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium in the Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Raleigh.

Cats México llega a sus primeras 100 representaciones
by Clemente Sanchez - Oct 2, 2013


Uno de los clásicos escénico-musical de Andrew Lloyd Webber regresó a México después de 22 años, y confía en poder seguir una larga temporada.

Elaine Paige Stars in High Def Blu-ray Edition of CATS, Now Available
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 19, 2013


One of the longest-running musicals in West End and Broadway history, CATS has now been re-mastered in high definition for Blu-ray and is now available.

Kenneth Prymus and More to Star in North Carolina Theatre's CATS, 10/8-13
by BWW News Desk - Sep 17, 2013


North Carolina Theatre (NCT), the region's premier producer of professional Broadway musicals, is excited to announce the casting for CATS, their first show on the exciting 2013/14 season. The show that revolutionized musical theatre is making its NC Theatre premiere from October 8 - 13, 2013 at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium in the Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Raleigh.

CATS Ultimate Edition Blu-Ray Now Available
by Pat Cerasaro - Sep 17, 2013


A brand new Blu-ray edition of Andrew Lloyd Webber's mega-successful long-running musical based on the poems of T.S. Eliot, CATS, is now available in an all-region Ultimate Edition release.

CATS Opens at King's Theatre Glasgow Today
by BWW News Desk - Sep 16, 2013


One of the longest-running shows in West End and Broadway history, CATS comes to The King's Theatre today, Monday 16th - Saturday 28th September 2013.

Verano 2013: CATS, todo un clásico, regresa a México.
by Clemente Sanchez - Sep 13, 2013


CATS, basada en poemas de T.S Elliot, es una conjunción de historias que reflejan la sociedad, no sólo de Londres, sino de cualquier parte del mundo. La pregunta es: Entre todos, ¿quién merece ganar el Edén Sideral de los Jélicos?

STAGE TUBE: On This Day 9/10- CATS
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 10, 2013


Today in 2000, Cats closed at the Wintergarden Theatre, where it ran for 7485 performances. Cats is a musical composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber, based on Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats by T. S. Eliot. Cats first opened in the West End in 1981 and then on Broadway in 1982, each time directed by Trevor Nunn and choreographed by Gillian Lynne; it won numerous awards, including both the Laurence Olivier Award and the Tony Award for Best Musical.

North Shore Music Theatre Presents CATS, Now thru 9/1
by BWW News Desk - Aug 20, 2013


North Shore Music Theatre (NSMT) is ready to work its magic, once again, to transport audiences to a purrrr-fect evening at 'The Jellicle Ball,' in CATS, one of Broadway's longest running musicals. The show leaps onto the stage for two weeks only starting tonight, August 20 and playing through Sunday, September 1.

CATS Comes to King's Theatre Glasgow, Sept 16-28
by BWW News Desk - Aug 19, 2013


One of the longest-running shows in West End and Broadway history, CATS will come to The King's Theatre from Monday 16th - Saturday 28th September 2013.

CATS Extends at Panasonic Theatre Through 9/22
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 19, 2013


The show that revolutionized musical theatre around the world, CATS, has been extended in Toronto until Sunday, September 22, 2013.

North Shore Music Theatre to Present CATS, 8/20-9/1
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 1, 2013


North Shore Music Theatre (NSMT) is ready to work its magic, once again, to transport audiences to a purrrr-fect evening at "The Jellicle Ball," in CATS, one of Broadway's longest running musicals. The show leaps onto the stage for two weeks only starting Tuesday, August 20 and playing through Sunday, September 1.

New UK Tour of CATS Crosses the Channel and Play Belgium, Now thru Aug 18
by Dutch Reporter - Jul 30, 2013


The UK touring company of CATS will play the Kursaal in Oostende, Belgium, from today, July 30th to August 18th 2013. The show will be performed in English with surtitles in French and Dutch.

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1982   Broadway Original Broadway Production
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2004   London Fringe London Revival
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2011   US Tour National Tour
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2014   West End West End Revival
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2016   West End West End 2015 Revival Production
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2016   Broadway Broadway Revival Production
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2019   US Tour US Revival Tour
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2021   US Tour Non-Equity Tour
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Cats - 1981 West End Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2002 Olivier Awards Audience Award for Most Popular Show 0
1981 Evening Standard Awards Ned Sherrin Award for Best Musical 0
1981 Olivier Awards Actor of the Year in a Musical Wayne Sleep
1981 Olivier Awards Designer of the Year John Napier
1981 Olivier Awards Director of the Year Trevor Nunn
1981 Olivier Awards Musical of the Year Andrew Lloyd Webber
1981 Olivier Awards Musical of the Year Trevor Nunn
1981 Olivier Awards Musical of the Year Richard Stilgoe
1981 Olivier Awards Outstanding Achievement of the Year in a Musical Gillian Lynne

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