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Opened: November 17, 1981
Closing: December 12, 1981

The First - 1981 - Broadway History , Info & More

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Fictionalized account of the life of Jackie Robinson.

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THE MUSIC MAN Opens 2010 Michelob Ultra Cool Film Series 7/2-4
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 18, 2010


It's time for great movies on the big screen, free popcorn and soda! Come join Victoria Theatre Association for the first film of the 2010 Michelob Ultra Cool Film Series THE MUSIC MAN, July 2-4, at the historic Victoria Theatre.

2010 Tony Award Special Honors: Preston Whiteway of the Eugene O'Neill Theater
by Robert Diamond - Jun 11, 2010


Today we are talking to Tony Award Special Honors Regional Theater Winner Preston Whiteway of the Eugene O'Neill Theater. We discuss the various plays and musicals begun there - NINE, AVENUE Q, IN THE HEIGHTS, the forthcoming TALES OF THE CITY by the Scissor Sisters, as well as the first plays by three-time Pultizer-prize winner August Wilson and much, much more! Michael Douglas will be presenting the award on Tony night as an accreditation to the legacy and accomplishment of the theater with particular, singular focus aimed at Mr. Whiteway himself. We also discuss the plays musicals on the horizon such as a new show by PASSING STRANGE's Stew and NEXT TO NORMAL's Tom Kitt.

PA Shakes Launches A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM 6/23
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 9, 2010


Outrageous situations lead to hilarious complications in the legendary musical, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum opening on the Main Stage at the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Friday, June 25. With previews June 23 and 24, Forum continues through July 11. Ticket prices range from $25 to $53.

MoMA's Marina Abramovic: The Artist Is Present Exhibit Closes 5/31
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2010


The Museum of Modern Art presents Marina Abramovi?: The Artist Is Present, the first large-scale scale American museum retrospective of the artist's groundbreaking performance work, from March 14 to May 31, 2010.

Peck School Of The Arts Announces Two New Shows At INOVA 5/7-8/8
by BWW News Desk - May 7, 2010


UWM Peck School of the Arts announces two shows opening at the Institute of Visual Arts on Friday, May 7, 2010, with a public reception from 5-8 pm, that will remain on view through August 8, 2010.

Northern Stage Closes the Curtain on GREATER TUNA, 5/2
by BWW News Desk - May 2, 2010


Northern Stage's production of the Off-Broadway smash Greater Tuna will end its run May 2nd. This madcap romp features two veteran Northern Stage actors, Scott Cote (Beauty & the Beast, Cabaret, Moon Over Buffalo) and Kevin Loreque (I Am My Own Wife, The Full Monty, CATS, The Elephant Man, Cabaret,) playing 19 characters-men, women, even Yippy the dog-in 90 minutes. With 15-second costume changes and rapid-fire humor, this promises to be an audience favorite.

CAPA Presents the YELLOWJACKETS 4/28 At The Ohio Theater
by BWW News Desk - Apr 28, 2010


The Yellowjackets, cutting-edge purveyors of innovative, eclectic jazz for more than 25 years, are no strangers to change. With every recording since their debut album in 1981, they have pushed the boundaries of improvisational jazz and have been leaders in the music's inescapable evolution.

Peck School Of The Arts Announces Two New Shows At INOVA 5/7-8/8
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 19, 2010


UWM Peck School of the Arts announces two shows opening at the Institute of Visual Arts on Friday, May 7, 2010, with a public reception from 5-8 pm, that will remain on view through August 8, 2010.

CAPA Presents the YELLOWJACKETS 4/28 At The Ohio Theater
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 8, 2010


The Yellowjackets, cutting-edge purveyors of innovative, eclectic jazz for more than 25 years, are no strangers to change. With every recording since their debut album in 1981, they have pushed the boundaries of improvisational jazz and have been leaders in the music's inescapable evolution.

Signature Theatre Closes the Curtain on SWEENEY TODD, 4/4
by BWW News Desk - Apr 4, 2010


The Tony Award®-winning Signature Theatre, nationally known for its interpretation of Stephen Sondheim musicals, celebrated its 20th anniversary season by presenting Sondheim's most popular musical SWEENEY TODD, directed by Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer. The production will end its run in the 276-seat MAX Theater, April 4, 2010.

Henry Miller Theatre's to Be Renamed as THE STEPHEN SONDHEIM THEATRE!
by Robert Diamond - Mar 22, 2010


Longtime collaborators James Lapine and John Weidman announced the renaming of Henry Miller's Theatre to the Stephen Sondheim Theatre. The renaming of the theatre is dedicated to Stephen Sondheim, the greatest and best known artist in American musical theatre on his 80th birthday. The announcement was made at the curtain call following Roundabout Theatre Company's gala performance of the new Broadway musical Sondheim on Sondheim.

MoMA Presents Marina Abramovic: The Artist Is Present
by BWW News Desk - Mar 14, 2010


The Museum of Modern Art presents Marina Abramovi?: The Artist Is Present, the first large-scale scale American museum retrospective of the artist's groundbreaking performance work, from March 14 to May 31, 2010.

MoMA Presents Marina Abramovic: The Artist Is Present
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 25, 2010


The Museum of Modern Art presents Marina Abramovi?: The Artist Is Present, the first large-scale scale American museum retrospective of the artist's groundbreaking performance work, from March 14 to May 31, 2010.

THE PEE-WEE HERMAN SHOW Closes 2/7 at Club Nokia @ L.A. LIVE
by BWW News Desk - Feb 7, 2010


'The Pee-wee Herman Show' will close on February 7 at Club Nokia @ L.A..

Limited Engagement of THE PEE-WEE HERMAN SHOW Begins January 12 at Club Nokia @ L.A. LIVE
by BWW News Desk - Jan 12, 2010


Performances start Tuesday, January 12, for 'The Pee-wee Herman Show' at Club Nokia @ L.A. LIVE for a limited 4-week engagement, through February 7.

Limited Engagement of THE PEE-WEE HERMAN SHOW Begins January 12 at Club Nokia @ L.A. LIVE
by BWW News Desk - Jan 8, 2010


Performances start Tuesday, January 12, for 'The Pee-wee Herman Show' at Club Nokia @ L.A. LIVE for a limited 4-week engagement, through February 7.

First International Exhibition to Survey Ritual as a Focus of Experimentation in 21st Century Art and Design Opens at The Jewish Museum 9/13
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 4, 2010


Artists and designers' rising interest in ritual since the 1990s inspires the first international exhibition to survey this phenomenon.

First Ever English Regional Production of Friel's FAITH HEALER
by BWW News Desk - Dec 12, 2009


New Perspectives will present the first ever English rural touring production of Brian Friel's Faith Healer.

Marines Memorial Theatre Features Jason Alexander and Rick Reynolds in 'New Works @ The Marines' Series, 10/19 - 11/17
by BWW News Desk - Nov 17, 2009


Roxanne Goodfellow, artistic director and general manager of the recently re-opened Marines Memorial Theatre, today announced the start of 'New Works @ The Marines' - a series showcasing new and emerging works in theatre, music, dance, film and other media from artists in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond.

First Ever English Regional Production of Friel's FAITH HEALER
by BWW News Desk - Nov 5, 2009


New Perspectives will present the first ever English rural touring production of Brian Friel's Faith Healer.

Patricia Racette To Sing Leading Soprano In Each Of The Three One-Act Operas in Puccini’s Trilogy IL TRITTICO
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 29, 2009


Patricia Racette is the first soprano since Teresa Stratas 20 years ago to sing all three leading soprano roles in Puccini's Il Trittico at the Met. Comprised of three one-act operas, Il Tabarro, Suor Angelica, and Gianni Schicchi, Il Trittico returns to the Met in the production by Jack O'Brien that was a popular and critical hit at its premiere in 2007.

The Public Theater's Dafoe Led IDIOT SAVANT Kicks Off Tonight, 10/27
by Jessica Lewis - Oct 27, 2009


The Public Theater's highly anticipated world premiere of IDIOT SAVANT, written and directed by Richard Foreman, kicks off tonight with the first preview. Presented in association with Ontological-Hysteric Theater, previews for IDIOT SAVANT continue through November 3. The show opens officially on Wednesday, November 4 and runs through Sunday, December 13.

Sondheim to Hold Onstage Discussion at Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, 10/24
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2009


9-time Tony Award winner Stephen Sondheim will hold an onstage discussion about his life and works at the Wells Fargo Center for the Arts on Saturday, October 24th. Sondheim will sit down with host Peter Stein as part of the Copperfield's Books Renowned Speakers Series.

Sondheim to Hold Onstage Discussion at Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, 10/24
by Jeff Dennhardt - Oct 19, 2009


9-time Tony Award winner Stephen Sondheim will hold an onstage discussion about his life and works at the Wells Fargo Center for the Arts on Saturday, October 24th. Sondheim will sit down with host Peter Stein as part of the Copperfield's Books Renowned Speakers Series.

Marines Memorial Theatre Features Jason Alexander and Rick Reynolds in 'New Works @ The Marines' Series, 10/19 - 11/17
by BWW News Desk - Oct 19, 2009


Roxanne Goodfellow, artistic director and general manager of the recently re-opened Marines Memorial Theatre, today announced the start of 'New Works @ The Marines' - a series showcasing new and emerging works in theatre, music, dance, film and other media from artists in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond.

The First FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The First have there been?
The First has had 2 productions including Broadway which opened in 1981 and Broadway which opened in 1981.
What awards has The First been nominated for?
The First has been nominated for several awards. It was nominated for Outstanding Set Design at the Drama Desk Awards for David Chapman. It was also nominated for Scenic Design at The Hewes Awards, again for David Chapman.
What awards has The First won?
The First has won several awards for its outstanding set design. David Chapman received the Outstanding Set Design award at the Drama Desk Awards, as well as the Scenic Design award at The Hewes Awards. These accolades recognize the exceptional work done by David Chapman in creating the sets for The First.

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