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Opened: March 2, 1989
Closing: May 20, 1989

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THE ROBOT FROM RECYCLANDIA Plays Roy Arias Theatre, Opens 11/4
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 22, 2009


Roy Arias Theatre presents THE ROBOT FROM RECYCLANDIA, directed by Robert Perillo. A robot from outer space come to Earth and produces a reality TV show.

SAMMY Opens At The Old Globe, 10/2
by Eddie Varley - Oct 2, 2009


SAMMY, a new musical about the life of Sammy David Jr. currently in previews at The Old Globe, is gearing up for it's much anticipated opening on October 2nd and the buzz has begun. After all, what $2.5-million production about an icon with a 13-piece orchestra and list of award-winning actors wouldn't generate excitement?

SAMMY Gears Up For Opening At The Old Globe, 10/2
by BWW News Desk - Oct 2, 2009


SAMMY, a new musical about the life of Sammy David Jr. currently in previews at The Old Globe, is gearing up for it's much anticipated opening on October 2nd and the buzz has begun. After all, what $2.5-million production about an icon with a 13-piece orchestra and list of award-winning actors wouldn't generate excitement?

SAMMY Gears Up For Opening At The Old Globe, 10/2
by Jessica Lewis - Sep 29, 2009


SAMMY, a new musical about the life of Sammy David Jr. currently in previews at The Old Globe, is gearing up for it's much anticipated opening on October 2nd and the buzz has begun. After all, what $2.5-million production about an icon with a 13-piece orchestra and list of award-winning actors wouldn't generate excitement?

Old Globe Theatre's SAMMY Begins Previews 9/19
by Eddie Varley - Sep 19, 2009


Old Globe Executive Producer Lou Spisto today announced the complete cast and creative team for the world premiere of Sammy, a new musical based on the life of Sammy Davis, Jr. with book, music and lyrics by Leslie Bricusse, and additional songs by Bricusse and Anthony Newley. Directed by Keith Glover with choreography by Keith Young and music supervision by Ian Fraser, Sammy will run in the Old Globe Theatre Sept. 19 - Nov. 8. Previews run from Sept. 19 - Oct. 1. Opening night is Oct. 2 at 8:00 p.m.

Old Globe Theatre Annouces Full Cast & Creative Team For SAMMY, Runs 9/19-11/8, Opens 10/2
by Charlie Piane - Aug 14, 2009


Old Globe Executive Producer Lou Spisto today announced the complete cast and creative team for the world premiere of Sammy, a new musical based on the life of Sammy Davis, Jr. with book, music and lyrics by Leslie Bricusse, and additional songs by Bricusse and Anthony Newley. Directed by Keith Glover with choreography by Keith Young and music supervision by Ian Fraser, Sammy will run in the Old Globe Theatre Sept. 19 - Nov. 8. Previews run from Sept. 19 - Oct. 1. Opening night is Oct. 2 at 8:00 p.m.

CRACKED ICE Brings The Tale Of The Liberty Sisters To PS122 4/25-5/10
by BWW News Desk - Apr 25, 2009


PERFORMANCE SPACE 122 presents the world premiere of 'CRACKED ICE or The Jewels of the Forbidden Skates' BY Jennifer Miller Winner of the 2008 Ethyl Eichelberger Award April 25 - May 10 In this glittering theatrical extravaganza, the infamous juggling duo, The Liberty Sisters, have been fleeced by an evil ponzi schemer

CRACKED ICE Brings The Tale Of The Liberty Sisters To PS122 4/25-5/10
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 3, 2009


PERFORMANCE SPACE 122 presents the world premiere of 'CRACKED ICE or The Jewels of the Forbidden Skates' BY Jennifer Miller Winner of the 2008 Ethyl Eichelberger Award April 25 - May 10 In this glittering theatrical extravaganza, the infamous juggling duo, The Liberty Sisters, have been fleeced by an evil ponzi schemer

Doyle Helmed 'CHALK CIRCLE', Mamet's NOVEMBER & 'The Tosca Project' Part of ACT's 2009-10 Season
by Eddie Varley - Mar 26, 2009


American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) Artistic Director Carey Perloff announced the lineup of the company's 43rd subscription season today. Running from September 2009 to June 2010, the season welcomes some of the best American and international artists to San Francisco and celebrates the 100th anniversary of A.C.T.'s historic theater.

Wilma Theater To Present 'Rock 'n' Roll' Starting 9/24
by BWW News Desk - Sep 24, 2008


he Wilma Theater opens its 30th Anniversary Season with the Philadelphia Premiere of the 2008 Tony® nominee for Best Play, Rock 'n' Roll, by Academy Award®-winner and four-time Tony Award®-winner Tom Stoppard.

Wilma Theater To Present 'Rock 'n' Roll' Starting 9/24
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 18, 2008


he Wilma Theater opens its 30th Anniversary Season with the Philadelphia Premiere of the 2008 Tony® nominee for Best Play, Rock 'n' Roll, by Academy Award®-winner and four-time Tony Award®-winner Tom Stoppard.

Tony Winner Victoria Clark to Appear in INNER VOICES
by BWW News Desk - Apr 17, 2008


PREMIERES, a not-for-profit musical theater development company, proudly announces the world premiere of INNER VOICES: SOLO MUSICALS, three new works created by and starring some of the industry's brightest talents.

S. Florida's Carbonell Award Winners Announced
by Beau Higgins - Apr 9, 2008


Touring productions of Monty Python's Spamalot and Lerner & Loewe's My Fair Lady evenly split eight of the 10 Stock Road Show Awards with Chita Rivera - The Dancer's Life and Camelot taking home one each.

Martini Talk: Meet Me In St. Louis & The Rockettes
by Michael Dale - Nov 22, 2007


The Paper Mill's joyous mounting of Meet Me In St. Louis and the 75th Anniversay production of The Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular are both classic entertainment done right

Carnival Center Announces Fall 2007 Season!
by Beau Higgins - Apr 17, 2007


Marisa Tomei Headlines Beirut Reading for MCC, April 17
by BWW News Desk - Apr 13, 2006


Marisa Tomei will headline a reading (closed to the public) of Alan Bowne's Beirut on April 17th; she will reprise her role from the original production

Jason Alexander Stars in Forbidden Broadway for Reprise! Benefit in L.A., April 2
by BWW News Desk - Mar 11, 2006


On April 2nd, Jason Alexander will star in Forbidden Broadawy at the 4th Annual Celebration of Reprise! in L.A.

Maria Friedman Makes Broadway Debut In Woman In White
by BWW News Desk - Aug 26, 2005


Maria Friedman, the leading lady of the British musical theatre, makes her Broadway debut in London's smash hit musical, THE WOMAN IN WHITE, opening on Broadway Thursday, November 17th at the Marquis Theatre (211 W 45th St).

Bill Russell & Alice Ripley at the Duplex Dec. 13 and 20
by BWW News Desk - Nov 23, 2004


The Duplex Cabaret Theatre is pleased to present BELTERS WE HAVE HEARD ON HIGH, a celebration of the lyrics of Bill Russell, the esteemed lyricist of Side Show, Elegies for Angels, Punks and Raging Queens and Pageant, among other projects. Belters. will be performed for two special performances only, Mondays, December 13 and 20 at 7pm.

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What productions of Forbidden Broadway have there been?
Forbidden Broadway has had 5 productions including Off-Off-Broadway which opened in 1982, Off-Broadway which opened in 1983, West End which opened in 1989, West End which opened in 1999 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2012.

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