Guys and Dolls 1950 - Articles Page 16

Opened: November 24, 1950

Guys and Dolls - 1950 - Broadway History , Info & More

Erlanger Theatre
N 21st St. & Market St. Philadelphia, PA

Based on a story ("The Idyll of Miss Sarah Brown") and characters by Damon Runyon

Bustling with gamblers, gangsters, and sassy showgirls, GUYS AND DOLLS celebrates Broadway's golden era with one of the greatest scores ever written for a musical by the legendary Frank Loesser, a masterfully witty book and lyrics by Joe Swerling and comedy legend Abe Burrows, and the glorious Damon Runyon's comic book world of 1940s Times Square New York City.



GUYS AND DOLLS originally conquered Broadway in 1951 as the winner of 5 Tony Awards including Best Musical and again in 1992 with 4 Tony Awards including Best Revival of a Musical. The New York Times calls it "The show that defines Broadway dazzle!" A movie version ofGUYS AND DOLLS was released in 1953 starring Marlon Brando and Frank Sinatra.

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SOPHISTICATED LADIES Becomes Best Selling Show In Arena History
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 20, 2010


Arena Stage announced today that at 9:00 a.m. EST, Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies, directed by Charles Randolph-Wright and starring and choreographed by Maurice Hines, officially became the best selling show in company history based upon gross sales.

Arena Stage Extends SOPHISTICATED LADIES Through 6/6
by Charlie Piane - May 19, 2010


Arena Stage has announced that its smash-hit production of Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies will extend its run at the historic Lincoln Theatre with six additional performances through June 6, 2010. The production, choreographed by and starring the legendary Maurice Hines and directed by Charles Randolph-Wright, has broken several long-standing sales records, and is on track to become the highest grossing show in Arena's history, replacing the 2002 production of South Pacific directed by Molly Smith.

STAGE TUBE: SOPHISTICATED LADIES At Arena Stage
by Charlie Piane - Apr 21, 2010


Big band sound transforms the Lincoln Theatre into a Duke Ellington jazz club as Arena Stage presents Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies, choreographed by and starring Maurice Hines (Broadway's Sophisticated Ladies and Uptown... It's Hot!) with direction by Charles Randolph-Wright (Arena's Guys and Dolls and Blue).

Arena Stage Presents DUKE ELLINGTON'S SOPHISTICATED LADIES Through 5/30
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 21, 2010


Big band sound transforms the Lincoln Theatre into a Duke Ellington jazz club as Arena Stage presents Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies, choreographed by and starring Maurice Hines (Broadway's Sophisticated Ladies and Uptown... It's Hot!) with direction by Charles Randolph-Wright (Arena's Guys and Dolls and Blue).

Maurice Hines Holds Auditions And Master Classes In D.C. With Arena Stage
by BWW News Desk - Apr 15, 2010


Star of stage, television and film Maurice Hines makes a special, week long visit to D.C. this October to lead two FREE master classes and hold an open dance audition to kick off work as the choreographer and lead performer in Arena Stage's musical revue Sophisticated Ladies, running April 15 - May 30, 2010 at the Lincoln Theatre.

Arena Stage Presents DUKE ELLINGTON'S SOPHISTICATED LADIES 4/9-5/30
by BWW News Desk - Apr 9, 2010


Big band sound transforms the Lincoln Theatre into a Duke Ellington jazz club as Arena Stage presents Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies, choreographed by and starring Maurice Hines (Broadway's Sophisticated Ladies and Uptown... It's Hot!) with direction by Charles Randolph-Wright (Arena's Guys and Dolls and Blue).

Arena Stage Presents DUKE ELLINGTON'S SOPHISTICATED LADIES 4/9-5/30
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 19, 2010


Big band sound transforms the Lincoln Theatre into a Duke Ellington jazz club as Arena Stage presents Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies, choreographed by and starring Maurice Hines (Broadway's Sophisticated Ladies and Uptown... It's Hot!) with direction by Charles Randolph-Wright (Arena's Guys and Dolls and Blue).

GOLLY GEE! to Celebrate the Music of the 1950s at Skokie Theatre
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 13, 2010


Three Cat Media is proud to present 'Golly Gee: Broadway Musicals of the 1950's' at the Skokie Theatre Music Foundation on January 16th, 2010. This original celebration of the musicals of the fifties is a guaranteed entertaining evening for any theatre lover.

Two River Theatre Co Presents YOU'RE A GOOD MAN CHARLIE BROWN, THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - Jan 3, 2010


Following the success of last year's A Year with Frog and Toad, Two River Theater Co. is proud to present You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown The Musical.

Two River Theatre Co Presents YOU'RE A GOOD MAN CHARLIE BROWN, THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - Dec 19, 2009


Following the success of last year's A Year with Frog and Toad, Two River Theater Co. is proud to present You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown The Musical.

Two River Theatre Co Presents YOU'RE A GOOD MAN CHARLIE BROWN, THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - Dec 15, 2009


Following the success of last year's A Year with Frog and Toad, Two River Theater Co. is proud to present You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown The Musical.

Two River Theatre Co Presents YOU'RE A GOOD MAN CHARLIE BROWN, THE MUSICAL
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 1, 2009


Following the success of last year's A Year with Frog and Toad, Two River Theater Co. is proud to present You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown The Musical.

Review - Rooms: a rock romance & Guys and Dolls: a musical fable of Broadway
by Kristin Salaky - Mar 17, 2009


The opposites attracting plot is probably as old as romantic comedy itself, but even if Rooms: a rock romance follows familiar paths, the Paul Scott Goodman (book/music/lyrics) and Miriam Gordon (book) two-person musical is such a buoyant, funny and upbeat affair that the clichés of the story are conquered by the cleverness and exuberance with which the story is told. Under Scott Schwartz's swift and breezy direction, the 90-minute one-act scoots the audience along on an immensely enjoyable ride.

Wilson, Kuhn, Larsen and Bolton Join Chance and Chemistry: A Centennial Celebration of Frank Loesser Benefit, 10/26
by BWW News Desk - Oct 26, 2009


Additional names have been announced for Chance and Chemistry: A Centennial Celebration of Frank Loesser, a concert to benefit The Actors Fund taking place at the Minskoff Theatre on Monday, October 26, 2009 at 7:30PM.

Jackman, Rivera, McDonald, Stamos & More Join Starry Roster For 'Chance and Chemistry: A Centennial Celebration of Frank Loesser' Benefit 10/26
by BWW News Desk - Oct 26, 2009


Chance and Chemistry: A Centennial Celebration of Frank Loesser, a concert to benefit The Actors Fund will take place at the Minskoff Theatre on Monday, October 26, 2009 at 7:30PM.

Centennial Celebration Of Frank Loesser Actors Fund Benefit Concert 10/26
by BWW News Desk - Oct 26, 2009


Chance and Chemistry: A Centennial Celebration of Frank Loesser, a concert to benefit The Actors Fund will take place at a Broadway theatre to be announced on Monday, October 26, 2009. The event will be co-chaired by Jo Sullivan Loesser and Sir Paul McCartney.

Tickets Still Available for Star-Studded Loesser Celebration with Jackman, McCartney, McDonald, Stokes, Rivera, Stamos & More
by Robert Diamond - Oct 25, 2009


An unmatched line-up of stars will be taking to the stage in Chance and Chemistry: A Centennial Celebration of Frank Loesser, a concert to benefit The Actors Fund taking place at the Minskoff Theatre on Monday, October 26, 2009 at 7:30PM.

Wilson, Kuhn, Larsen and Bolton Join Chance and Chemistry: A Centennial Celebration of Frank Loesser Benefit, 10/26
by Eddie Varley - Oct 19, 2009


Additional names have been announced for Chance and Chemistry: A Centennial Celebration of Frank Loesser, a concert to benefit The Actors Fund taking place at the Minskoff Theatre on Monday, October 26, 2009 at 7:30PM.

The New York Musical Theatre Festival Announces Extensions for F#@KING UP EVERYTHING and SING, BUT DON'T TELL
by BWW News Desk - Oct 18, 2009


Due to popular demand, the following shows have added additional performances: F#@KING UP EVERYTHING - Sat, Oct 17 at 11pm SING, BUT DON'T TELL - Sun, Oct 18 at 3pm

The New York Musical Theatre Festival Announces Extensions for F#@KING UP EVERYTHING and SING, BUT DON'T TELL
by BWW News Desk - Oct 17, 2009


Due to popular demand, the following shows have added additional performances: F#@KING UP EVERYTHING - Sat, Oct 17 at 11pm SING, BUT DON'T TELL - Sun, Oct 18 at 3pm

The New York Musical Theatre Festival Announces More Extensions: R.R.R.E.D: A Secret Musical and Gay Bride of Frankenstein
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 5, 2009


Due to popular demand, the following shows have added additional performances this week: R.R.R.E.D: A Secret Musical - Thursday, Oct. 8 at 11pm Gay Bride of Frankenstein - Saturday, Oct. 10 at 11pm

Watts, Foley, Fisher, Cardia & More Star In Stages St. Louis' GUYS AND DOLLS 9/4-10/4
by BWW News Desk - Oct 4, 2009


Stages St. Louis will present the final show of its 2009 season, Guys and Dolls, at the Robert G. Reim Theater in Kirkwood from September 4 - October 4.

Arena Stage Announces Cast of THE FANTASTICS, LaCause to Star
by Jessica Lewis - Sep 30, 2009


Full casting is set for the upcoming Arena Stage musical The Fantasticks by Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt. Arena's re-imagined production with direction by Amanda Dehnert, musical direction by George Fulginti-Shakar and set direction by Eugene Lee runs November 20, 2009 through January 10, 2010 at Arena Stage at the Lincoln Theatre.

The New York Musical Theatre Festival Announces Extensions for F#@KING UP EVERYTHING and SING, BUT DON'T TELL
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 29, 2009


Due to popular demand, the following shows have added additional performances: F#@KING UP EVERYTHING - Sat, Oct 17 at 11pm SING, BUT DON'T TELL - Sun, Oct 18 at 3pm

Maurice Hines Holds Auditions And Master Classes In D.C. With Arena Stage
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 17, 2009


Star of stage, television and film Maurice Hines makes a special, week long visit to D.C. this October to lead two FREE master classes and hold an open dance audition to kick off work as the choreographer and lead performer in Arena Stage's musical revue Sophisticated Ladies, running April 15 - May 30, 2010 at the Lincoln Theatre.

Guys and Dolls FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Guys and Dolls have there been?
Guys and Dolls has had 23 productions including Broadway which opened in 1950, Broadway which opened in 1950, US Tour which opened in 1951, West End which opened in 1953, Broadway which opened in 1955, Broadway which opened in 1955, Off-Broadway which opened in 1959, Broadway which opened in 1965, Broadway which opened in 1965, Off-Broadway which opened in 1966, Broadway which opened in 1976, Broadway which opened in 1976, West End which opened in 1982, West End which opened in 1984, Broadway which opened in 1992, Broadway which opened in 1992, West End which opened in 1996, US Tour which opened in 2001, Milburn, NJ (Regional) which opened in 2004, West End which opened in 2005, Broadway which opened in 2009, Beverly, MA (Regional) which opened in 2012 and West End which opened in 2016.
What Tony Awards has Guys and Dolls been nominated for?
Guys and Dolls has been nominated for several Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Choreography for Michael Kidd, and Best Direction for George S. Kaufman.
What Tony Awards has Guys and Dolls won?
Guys and Dolls has won several Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Choreography for Michael Kidd, and Best Direction for George S. Kaufman.
What awards has Guys and Dolls been nominated for?
Guys and Dolls has been nominated for several awards. It was nominated for Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards. Additionally, Isabel Bigley received a nomination for Performance at the Theatre World Awards.
What awards has Guys and Dolls won?
Guys and Dolls has won several awards. It was awarded Best Musical by the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards. Isabel Bigley, who played a role in the show, won the Performance award at the Theatre World Awards.

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