The Fantasticks 1960 - Articles Page 12

Ages: 5+
Opened: May 3, 1960
Closing: January 13, 2002

The Fantasticks - 1960 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Sullivan Street Playhouse
181 Sullivan Street New York, NY 10012

Based on the play Les Romanesques by Edmond Rostand

Nevada Conservatory Theatre presents the classic musical, The Fantasticks, featuring music by Harvey Schmidt, with lyrics by Tom Jones.



Two neighboring fathers put up a wall between their houses to ensure that their children fall in love, because they know children always do what their parents forbid. After the children do fall in love, they discover their fathers' plot and they each go off and experience things in the world. They return to each other and the love they had, having learned from the world.

The Fantasticks - 1960 - Off-Broadway Cast

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The Fantasticks - 1960 - Off-Broadway Articles Page 12

The Fantasticks Celebrates 50 Years With Three Day Celebration, Kicks Off 5/3
by BWW News Desk - May 3, 2010


The Fantasticks, the world's longest-running musical, will turn 50 this coming Monday, May 3, 2010. Three days of celebration are planned to commemorate this historic occasion.

THE WHO'S TOMMY Comes To CRT, Runs 4/22-5/1
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2010


Storrs: Connecticut Repertory Theatre (CRT) will present the smash-hit Broadway Musical The Who's Tommy, April 22 - May 1, 2010 in the Harriet S. Jorgensen Theatre on the Storrs campus.

Connecticut Repertory Theatre Presents The Who's TOMMY, 4/22-5/1
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2010


Connecticut Repertory Theatre (CRT) will present the smash-hit Broadway Musical The Who's Tommy, April 22 - May 1, 2010 in the Harriet S. Jorgensen Theatre on the Storrs campus.

The Fantasticks Celebrates 50 Years With Three Day Celebration, Kicks Off 5/3
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 29, 2010


The Fantasticks, the world's longest-running musical, will turn 50 this coming Monday, May 3, 2010. Three days of celebration are planned to commemorate this historic occasion.

Photo Flash: LITTLE SHOP Extended At PNT
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 28, 2010


In response to sold-out shows and rave reviews from both critics and patrons, Performance Network's production of 'Little Shop of Horrors' with book and lyrics by Howard Ashman and music by Alan Menken has been extended through May 16th, 2010.

Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park Ends 50th Anniversary Season With THE FANTASTICKS
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 28, 2010


The Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park will end its 50th Anniversary Season with the longest-running musical in history and the most revived show at the Playhouse -THE FANTASTICKS, presented by the Morse & Betty Johnson Charitable Foundation. This enchanting and funny show begins public previews on May 15 and continues through June 20.

Tom Jones Joins the 50th Anniversary Cast of THE FANTASTICKS, Tonight
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 26, 2010


Tom Jones, the lyricist and book writer of The Fantasticks, will reprise the role of Henry (The Old Actor) in The Fantasticks, the world's longest-running musical, in celebration of the show's 50th anniversary. Jones originated the role in 1960 when The Fantasticks premiered at The Sullivan Street Playhouse.

Chenoweth's First Reaction to PROMISES: 'I'm Scared'
by Jeff Dennhardt - Apr 25, 2010


During a recent interview with the LA Times, Kristen Chenoweth, star of the Broadway musical PROMISES, PROMISES, that she was initially tepid to take on the role, since the majority of the roles in her past were strictly comedy.

PROMISES, PROMISES with Hayes & Chenoweth to Play Bway Theatre, Opens 4/25
by BWW News Desk - Apr 25, 2010


Broadway Across America (John Gore, Thomas B. McGrath, Beth Williams), Craig Zadan, Neil Meron, Candy Spelling and The Weinstein Company will present the first-ever Broadway revival of PROMISES, PROMISES this spring at the Broadway Theater (1681 Broadway). Previews will begin on Sunday, March 28th, 2010 with an opening night slated for Sunday, April 25th, 2010. The musical is written by legends Neil Simon (book), Burt Bacharach (music), and Hal David (lyrics). Emmy Award winner Sean Hayes will make his Broadway debut starring in the role of Chuck Baxter opposite Tony and Emmy Award winner Kristin Chenoweth, returning to Broadway as Fran Kubelik. Tony and Emmy Award winner Rob Ashford will also make his Broadway directorial debut and choreograph. More casting and creative team members will be announced in the near future.

Connecticut Repertory Theatre Presents The Who's TOMMY, 4/22-5/1
by BWW News Desk - Apr 22, 2010


Connecticut Repertory Theatre (CRT) will present the smash-hit Broadway Musical The Who's Tommy, April 22 - May 1, 2010 in the Harriet S. Jorgensen Theatre on the Storrs campus.

THE WHO'S TOMMY Comes To CRT, Runs 4/22-5/1
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 21, 2010


Storrs: Connecticut Repertory Theatre (CRT) will present the smash-hit Broadway Musical The Who's Tommy, April 22 - May 1, 2010 in the Harriet S. Jorgensen Theatre on the Storrs campus.

Boiler Room's THE FANTASTICKS Concludes 4/17
by Jeffrey Ellis - Apr 17, 2010


Laura Thomas Sonn and Ciaran McCarthy lead the cast as Luisa and Matt, the star-crossed lovers in Boiler Room Theatre's production of The Fantasticks, opening Friday, March 19 and running through Saturday, April 17, at the theatre located in The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Building Six. Will Sevier stars as El Gallo.

The SF Playhouse Presents THE FANTASTICKS 6/15-9/4
by Charlie Piane - Apr 14, 2010


The SF Playhouse (Bill English, Artistic Director; Susi Damilano, Producing Director) announces change in summer programming. The previously announced show The Full Monty, will be replaced by The Fantasticks. All tickets issued continue to be valid, only the show has changed.

THE FANTASTICKS Ends The Rep’s 2009-10 Mainstage Season, 4/11
by BWW News Desk - Apr 11, 2010


The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis (The Rep) ends its 2009-2010 Mainstage series with The Fantasticks with book and lyrics by Tom Jones and music by Harvey Schmidt on April 11th.

Noll, Blanchett, RAGTIME, STREETCAR Among 26th Annual Helen Hayes Award Winners
by Charlie Piane - Apr 6, 2010


The 26th Helen Hayes Awards were presented at the historic Warner Theatre on Monday April 5.

McNally, Cleary, Currin, Diaz & More Present at Helen Hayes Awards; Albee to Receive Tribute, 4/5
by BWW News Desk - Apr 5, 2010


Theatre artists and productions nominated for The 26th Annual Helen Hayes Awards were announced this evening at a press conference hosted by The National Theatre in its Helen Hayes Gallery. The complete list of nominees can be found below.

Performance Network Theatre Presents LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS 4/1-5/9
by BWW News Desk - Apr 1, 2010


Performance Network Theatre announces its production of the musical, 'Little Shop of Horrors' with book and lyrics by Howard Ashman and music by Alan Menken. 'Little Shop of Horrors' will begin April 1st and run through May 9th, 2010. This zany comedy stars Broadway veteran Naz Edwards ('Souvenir'), Jason Richards ('The Fantasticks'), Aaron Moore ('The Fantasticks'), BJ Love ('Christmas Carol'd') and Courtney Myers. It is directed by Performance Network Executive Director, Carla Milarch ('The Fantasticks,' 'The Baker's Wife'), with musical direction by R. MacKenzie Lewis.

Performance Network Theatre Presents LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS 4/1-5/9
by Mary Hanrahan - Mar 30, 2010


Performance Network Theatre announces its production of the musical, 'Little Shop of Horrors' with book and lyrics by Howard Ashman and music by Alan Menken. 'Little Shop of Horrors' will begin April 1st and run through May 9th, 2010. This zany comedy stars Broadway veteran Naz Edwards ('Souvenir'), Jason Richards ('The Fantasticks'), Aaron Moore ('The Fantasticks'), BJ Love ('Christmas Carol'd') and Courtney Myers. It is directed by Performance Network Executive Director, Carla Milarch ('The Fantasticks,' 'The Baker's Wife'), with musical direction by R. MacKenzie Lewis.

Connecticut Repertory Theatre Presents The Who's TOMMY, 4/22-5/1
by BWW News Desk - Mar 26, 2010


Connecticut Repertory Theatre (CRT) will present the smash-hit Broadway Musical The Who's Tommy, April 22 - May 1, 2010 in the Harriet S. Jorgensen Theatre on the Storrs campus.

Edward Watts is FANTASTICKS' New El Gallo, 3/22
by BWW News Desk - Mar 22, 2010


Edward Watts, most recently seen on Broadway in Finian's Rainbow, will assume the role of El Gallo in The Fantasticks, the world's longest-running musical, on Monday, March 22, 2010. He replaces Lewis Cleale, who played his final performance on March 14.

McNally, Cleary, Currin, Diaz & More Set to Present at Helen Hayes Awards; Albee to Receive Tribute
by BWW News Desk - Mar 18, 2010


Theatre artists and productions nominated for The 26th Annual Helen Hayes Awards were announced this evening at a press conference hosted by The National Theatre in its Helen Hayes Gallery. The complete list of nominees can be found below.

Theater at Lime Kiln Hosts Open Auditions At The Johnson Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Mar 18, 2010


Theater at Lime Kiln will host open auditions for actors on Thursday, March 18th 6:30pm at the Johnson Theatre at the Lenfest Center for the Arts on West Nelson Street in Lexington.

THE FANTASTICKS Closes The Rep’s 2009-10 Mainstage Season, 3/17-4/11
by BWW News Desk - Mar 17, 2010


The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis (The Rep) ends its 2009-2010 Mainstage series with The Fantasticks with book and lyrics by Tom Jones and music by Harvey Schmidt. Performances of The Fantasticks will be given on the Browning Mainstage of the Loretto-Hilton Center for the Performing Arts, 130 Edgar Road (on the campus of Webster University), Webster Groves, March 17 through April 11, 2010.

Sonn, McCarthy and Sevier head cast of Boiler Room's THE FANTASTICKS
by Jeffrey Ellis - Mar 15, 2010


Laura Thomas Sonn and Ciaran McCarthy lead the cast as Luisa and Matt, the star-crossed lovers in Boiler Room Theatre's production of The Fantasticks, opening Friday, March 19 and running through Saturday, April 17, at the theatre located in The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Building Six. Will Sevier stars as El Gallo.

Edward Watts is FANTASTICKS' New El Gallo; Cleale Departs 3/14
by BWW News Desk - Mar 14, 2010


Edward Watts, most recently seen on Broadway in Finian's Rainbow, will assume the role of El Gallo in The Fantasticks, the world's longest-running musical, on Monday, March 22, 2010. He replaces Lewis Cleale, who will play his final performance on March 14.

Other Productions of The Fantasticks

1960   Off-Broadway Original Off-Broadway Production
Off-Broadway
1961   West End London Production
West End
1961   Regional (US) Regional Revival
Regional (US)
1965   Regional (US) Regional Revival
Regional (US)
1971   Regional (US) Regional Revival
Regional (US)
1971   Canada Canadian Revival
Canada
1971   Regional (US) Regional Tour
Regional (US)
1972   Regional (US) Regional Revival
Regional (US)
2006   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway

The Fantasticks - 1960 Off-Broadway Awards and Nominations

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1961 Drama Desk Awards Citation of Excellence Harvey Schmidt

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