Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat 1982 - Articles Page 3

Ages: 10+
Opened: January 27, 1982
Closing: September 04, 1983

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One of the most enduring shows of all time, JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT is the irresistible family musical about the trials and triumphs of Joseph, Israel's favorite son. The first collaboration of composer Andrew Lloyd Webber (Jesus Christ Superstar, Phantom of the Opera, Cats) and lyricist Tim Rice (Jesus Christ Superstar, The Lion King), JOSEPH blends pop, country and rock into an uplifting, technicolored story of biblical proportions.



Retelling the Biblical story of Joseph, his eleven brothers and the coat of many colors, this magical musical is full of unforgettable songs including Those Canaan Days, Any Dream Will Do and Close Every Door.

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VIDEO: Go Behind the Scenes of JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT at Drury Lane
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2018


Drury Lane Theatre presents Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, which opened on January 25th and is running through March 25th. The sung-through musical, based on the Coat of Many Colors story from the Book of Genesis, was first produced on Broadway in 1982. JOSEPH is notable for covering a variety of musical styles throughout its score. Scroll down to watch an epic behind the scenes video from the show's rehearsals!

Photo Coverage: See Rehearsal Photos of JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT at Drury Lane Theatre!
by Leah Windahl - Jan 20, 2018


Drury Lane Theatre presents Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, opening January 25th and running through March 25th. The sung-through musical, based on the Coat of Many Colors story from the Book of Genesis, was first produced on Broadway in 1982. JOSEPH is notable for covering a variety of musical styles throughout its score.

Kendra Kassebaum to Lead 5th Avenue Theatre's New Production of MAMMA MIA!, Full Cast Announced!
by Julie Musbach - Jan 4, 2018


Rehearsals begin today for The 5th Avenue Theatre's new production of Mamma Mia!, the celebrated musical that features the music of global pop sensation ABBA. The 5th Avenue Theatre is the first producing theater company in the Pacific Northwest to be granted the rights to create its own refreshed version of the show, which toured the world for nearly 20 years.

BWW Looks Back on Career of Teen Idol & Broadway Alum David Cassidy
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 22, 2017


WW reported yesterday, former teen icon, David Cassidy, who rose to stardom on the 1970's musical sitcom THE PARTRIDGE FAMILY, has passed away at the age of 67. Today we look back on his successful career on TV and stage.

The Arvada Center Opens JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Next Month
by BWW News Desk - Oct 20, 2017


The Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities continues its 42nd theatre season with the Broadway musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, directed by Gavin Mayer, opening on Friday, November 17 and running through December 23, 2017.

Franklin Performing Arts Company Announces 27th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 5, 2017


Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) announces its 27th season, with performances in THE BLACK BOX, FPAC's home and performance venue in downtown Franklin, and two holiday productions staged at Franklin High School. FPAC opens the season with award-winning playwright Yasmina Reza's God of Carnage, presented September 29-October 1. Winner of the 2009 Tony Award for Best Play, the acclaimed dark comedy takes place in the Cobble Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, where civility unravels as two sets of parents discuss how to deal with a playground altercation that occurred between the couples' sons the previous day.

Review Roundup: Flat Rock Playhouse's JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
by Alan Henry - Aug 3, 2017


The Flat Rock Playhouse 2017 season will continue with one of its most beloved musicals, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.  This mega-musical of Biblical proportions follows the story of Joseph, whose coat of many colors sparks the envy of his brothers and leads him on the journey to greatness.

Photo Flash: Flat Rock Playhouse presents JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 28, 2017


The Flat Rock Playhouse 2017 season will continue with one of its most beloved musicals, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.  This mega-musical of Biblical proportions follows the story of Joseph, whose coat of many colors sparks the envy of his brothers and leads him on the journey to greatness.

Flat Rock Playhouse to Present JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT This Summer
by BWW News Desk - Jul 28, 2017


The Flat Rock Playhouse 2017 season will continue with one of its most beloved musicals, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. 

The City of Fairfax Theatre Company to Present JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
by BWW News Desk - Jul 21, 2017


The City of Fairfax Theatre Company (CFTC) will present Tim Rice and Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat," July 21-29, 2017.

Interview: Lucas 'Rico' Corrubia Talks Career in Broadway's Audio World, Stars from Michael Crawford to Liza Minnelli, Health Troubles & His Journey Back to Work
by Robert Diamond - Jul 14, 2017


Currently, Lucas is mostly staying at his home in Atlantic City recovering from severe complications he received from open heart surgery in January 2016. He suffered extensive injuries to his hands and feet, spent a total of 4 1/2 months in the cardiac ICU at Brigham and Women's hospital & various rehabs and has been unable to return work. He is anxiously waiting to work with new hand and finger prosthetics while continuing to get stronger every day...all this while keeping an amazingly positive attitude and having his wife Rebecca by his side.

Flat Rock Playhouse to Present JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT This Summer
by BWW News Desk - Jul 12, 2017


The Flat Rock Playhouse 2017 season will continue with one of its most beloved musicals, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. 

The City of Fairfax Theatre Company to Present JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
by BWW News Desk - Jun 28, 2017


The City of Fairfax Theatre Company (CFTC) will present Tim Rice and Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat," July 21-29, 2017.

Photo Flash: The Theatre Group at SBCC presents HIGH SOCIETY
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 22, 2017


The Theatre Group at SBCC opens the 17/18 season with Cole Porter's sparkling musical, HIGH SOCIETY, July 12-29 in the Garvin Theatre. 

Connor Arnold Stars in Tim Rice's New Version of BLONDEL, Beginning Tonight at the Union Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Jun 23, 2017


The world premiere of a spanking new version of the Tim Rice musical comedy Blondel gets its London premiere at the Union Theatre, now through Saturday 15 July. Press night is tonight 23 June 2017.

BWW Interview: “ People Behind the Curtain”- Steve Steiner of SURFLIGHT THEATRE
by Pati Buehler - Jun 18, 2017


Like the phoenix rising from the ashes, professional theatre is returning to Beach Haven and the community and tourists couldn't be happier!

Mac Haydn Theatre to Stage JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT This Spring
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2017


The Mac-Haydn Theatre (MHT) opens their 49th season of musical theatre in-the-round with the Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber classic Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat like you have never seen it before! This will be the eighth-time Joseph...Dreamcoat has been seen on the MHT stage and the first since 2009.

VIDEO: Go Behind the Scenes with 'JOSEPH' at STAGES St. Louis
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2017


STAGES St. Louis launches its 31st Season with a vivid tale as old as time itself, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Join STAGES in ancient Egypt June 2nd through July 2nd at the Robert G. Reim Theatre in Kirkwood as this fun-filled musical entertainment returns to the STAGES stage by popular demand. Get a behind the scenes look at the show in the video below!

Inside Broadway to Honor Kate Burton and Ramin Karimloo with 2017 Broadway Beacon Awards
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2017


Celebrating its landmark 35th anniversary season, on Monday, June 12 at their annual Broadway Beacon Awards Gala at The JW Marriot Essex House (160 Central Park South), leading NYC arts education nonprofit Inside Broadway (Executive Director, Michael Presser) will honor Tony and Emmy Award nominated actress Kate Burton (currently starring in the Tony Award nominated revival of Present Laughter) and Tony nominee Ramin Karimloo (currently starring in the Tony Award Nominated musical Anastasia), as well as Tino Gagliardi, president of Local 802 American Federation of Musicians, the largest union of professional musicians in the world.

Connor Arnold to Star in Tim Rice's New Version of BLONDEL at the Union Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2017


Producers have announced the cast for the world premiere of a spanking new version of the Tim Rice musical comedy Blondel.

Brand New Version of BLONDEL to Premiere at Union Theatre this June
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2017


A brand new version of the Tim Rice musical comedy Blondel, which follows the trials and triumphs of an ambitious minstrel in King Richard the Lionheart's court, will get its London premiere at the Union Theatre from Wednesday 21 June - Saturday 15 July.

STAGES St. Louis to Open 31st Season with JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
by BWW News Desk - May 9, 2017


STAGES St. Louis launches its 31st Season with a vivid tale as old as time itself, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Join STAGES in ancient Egypt June 2nd through July 2nd at the Robert G. Reim Theatre in Kirkwood as this fun-filled musical entertainment returns to the STAGES stage by popular demand!

Julian Clary, Paul Zerdin, and Nigel Havers Return to the London Palladium in DICK WHITTINGTON
by BWW News Desk - Apr 20, 2017


Initial casting is announced today (20 April 2017) for Qdos Entertainment's London Palladium production of Dick Whittington.  Following the success of Cinderella last year, the production will see the return of Julian Clary who will play Spirit of the Bells, Paul Zerdin as Idle Jack and Nigel Havers as Captain Nigel.  Further casting and creative team will be announced shortly. 

JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Headed Back to Broadway & West End for One Night Concerts?
by Robert Diamond - Apr 9, 2017


Andrew Lloyd Webber was backstage today at the Olivier Awards and talked about JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, and his hopes for what we'll next see of the show that's about to celebrate its 50th Anniversary.

GREATER TUNA Tour to Stop in Galveston This April, Featuring Q&A with Jaston Williams
by BWW News Desk - Mar 29, 2017


Right Angle Entertainment and A Rising Tide Theatrical Group have announced the all new national tour of GREATER TUNA. GREATER TUNA will play The Grand 1894 Opera House for a limited three-performance engagement on Saturday, April 8, 2017 at 3 and 8 pm; Sunday, April 9, 2017 at 3 pm.

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat have there been?
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat has had 26 productions including London which opened in 1968, West End which opened in 1972, West End which opened in 1973, Off-Broadway which opened in 1976, Off-Broadway which opened in 1981, Off-Broadway which opened in 1981, Broadway which opened in 1982, Broadway which opened in 1982, West End which opened in 1991, Toronto which opened in 1992, Los Angeles which opened in 1993, Broadway which opened in 1993, Broadway which opened in 1993, US Tour which opened in 1995, London Fringe which opened in 1996, Milburn, NJ (Regional) which opened in 1999, Regional (US) which opened in 2000, West End which opened in 2003, US Tour which opened in 2005, West End which opened in 2007, Chicago (Regional) which opened in 2011, US Tour which opened in 2014, West End which opened in 2017, West End which opened in 2019, Off-Broadway which opened in 2020 and West End which opened in 2021.
What Tony Awards has Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat been nominated for?
Best Musical , , Best Book of a Musical for Tim Rice, Best Choreography for Tony Tanner, Best Direction of a Musical for Tony Tanner Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Andrew Lloyd Webber and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Tim Rice.
What awards has Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat been nominated for?
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat has been nominated for several awards. Some of the notable nominations include Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Tony Tanner and Outstanding Musical (Drama Desk Awards).

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