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Opened: April 30, 1958

My Fair Lady - 1958 - West End History , Info & More

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Adapted from "Pygmalion" by George Bernard Shaw

My Fair Lady is a musical based upon George Bernard Shaw's Pygmalion and with book and lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner and music by Frederick Loewe. The story concerns Eliza Doolittle, a Cockney flower girl who takes speech lessons from professor Henry Higgins, a phoneticist, so that she may pass as a well-born lady. The musical's 1956 Broadway production was a hit, setting what was then the record for the longest run of any major musical theatre production in history. It was followed by a hit London production, a popular film version, and numerous revivals. It has been called "the perfect musical".

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BWW Exclusive Interview: Creative Music Powerhouse Scott Bradlee Shares on Developing Himself and the Sound of Postmodern Jukebox in his Book - 'OUTSIDE THE JUKEBOX'
by David Edward Perry - Jan 10, 2020


Scott Bradlee shares on going from a creative kid to living his dream as the creative head of Postmodern Jukebox in his book 'Outside the Jukebox: How I Turned My Vintage Music Obsession into My Dream Gig.' His interview gives a candid and inspiring look into moments, conversions, and reflections in his long career growing the success of Postmodern Jukebox.

Fun Facts About All 41 Broadway Theatres
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VIDEO: On This Day, April 8- Vanessa Hudgens Makes Her Broadway Debut In GIGI
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ESPECIAL: MY FAIR LADY cumple 63 años
by Jose German Martinez Paneque - Mar 15, 2019


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BWW Review: The York Reconstructs and Revives Lerner and Loewe Obscurity THE DAY BEFORE SPRING
by Michael Dale - Feb 17, 2019


Opening in November of 1945 and closing up shop less than four months later, the sophomore Broadway effort of the team of Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe, THE DAY BEFORE SPRING, would be the last musical by the composer of sumptuous melodies and the scribe of urbane wit that would lapse into obscurity.

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by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2019


Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Time to catch up on the latest Broadway news!

Riverside Theatre Stages Classic MY FAIR LADY
by Julie Musbach - Feb 7, 2019


Riverside Theatre, led by Producing Artistic Director/CEO Allen D. Cornell and Managing Director/COO Jon R. Moses, present one of Broadway's great musicals and the Lerner and Loewe classic, My Fair Lady. Sponsored by Bill & Laura Frick and Riverside Theatre's Patron Producers Group, My Fair Lady performs on the Stark Stage from March 12-31, 2019

Seats Donated To Regional Theatres As Part Of Theatre Royal Drury Lane Renovation Project
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2019


From ghosts to regicide plots, WWII bombs to the birth of musical theatre, the hallowed halls of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Theatre Royal Drury Lane have almost seen it all. Now over 1000 of the theatre's iconic auditorium seats will find new homes in three regional volunteer-run venues as part of its £45 million revival.

Wake Up With BWW 1/3: The Public's UNDER THE RADAR FESTIVAL and More!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 3, 2019


Good morning BroadwayWorld! Today top stories: The Public kicks off its Under The Radar Festival, and more!

Red Bucket Follies Raises Record-Breaking $6,113,301; HAMILTON Tour Is Top Fundraiser
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Equality, inclusion and joy permeated the performances at this year's poignant and record-breaking Red Bucket Follies. The show celebrated six weeks of enthusiastic fundraising by 67 Broadway, Off-Broadway and national touring shows for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Cast Members from MY FAIR LADY, CURSED CHILD, and More to Appear in BC/EFA's RED BUCKET FOLLIES
by Julie Musbach - Nov 29, 2018


Six weeks of fundraising will culminate in an extravaganza of Broadway stars, extraordinary ensembles and one-of-a-kind performances at Red Bucket Follies at 4:30 pm on Monday, December 3, and at 2 pm on Tuesday, December 4. The show is produced by and benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

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Cast Announced For CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF At Drury Lane, Opens Today
by BWW News Desk - Jul 12, 2018


Drury Lane Theatre announces casting for its sultry summer drama, Tennessee Williams' Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, directed by Tony nominee Marcia Milgrom Dodge (2009 Broadway revival of Ragtime, Drury Lane's Smokey Joe's Cafe). Cat on a Hot Tin Roof runs July 5 - August 26, 2018, at Drury Lane Theatre, 100 Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace. The press opening is scheduled for Today, July 12 at 8:00 p.m.

Cast Announced For CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF At Drury Lane, Opens 7/12
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2018


Drury Lane Theatre announces casting for its sultry summer drama, Tennessee Williams' Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, directed by Tony nominee Marcia Milgrom Dodge (2009 Broadway revival of Ragtime, Drury Lane's Smokey Joe's Cafe). Cat on a Hot Tin Roof runs July 5 - August 26, 2018, at Drury Lane Theatre, 100 Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace. The press opening is scheduled for Thursday, July 12 at 8:00 p.m.

TCM To Pay Tribute To Musicals In June Programming Special 'Mad About Musicals!'
by Tori Hartshorn - May 23, 2018


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REPRISE 2.0 Season Starts with SWEET CHARITY Directed By Kathleen Marshall; VICTOR/VICTORIA and GRAND HOTEL to Follow
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Chita Rivera, Jim Dale, Lee Roy Reams and More Set for WINTER RHYTHMS 2017, Starting Tonight at Urban Stages
by BWW News Desk - Dec 12, 2017


Urban Stages presents this year's award-winning series, WINTER RHYTHMS 2017, which begins tonight, December 12, featuring some of New York's best musical performances through Saturday, December 23, 2017 at Urban Stages Theatre (259 West 30th Street, just East of 8th Avenue).

WINTER WONDERETTES Opens Today 11/30 at The Larry Keeton Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Nov 30, 2017


Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Suzy and Missy known collectively as The Marvelous Wonderettes join forces once more some 10 years after their first appearance as a singing girl group at 1958's Springfield High School Prom to help usher in the Christmas season at Harper's Hardware Shop in the spirited and sparkling holiday season musical revue Winter Wonderettes, playing The Larry Keeton Theatre in Donelson November 30-December 17.

WINTER WONDERETTES Opens Thursday 11/30 at The Larry Keeton Theatre
by Jeffrey Ellis - Nov 28, 2017


Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Suzy and Missy known collectively as The Marvelous Wonderettes join forces once more some 10 years after their first appearance as a singing girl group at 1958's Springfield High School Prom to help usher in the Christmas season at Harper's Hardware Shop in the spirited and sparkling holiday season musical revue Winter Wonderettes, playing The Larry Keeton Theatre in Donelson November 30-December 17.

Chita Rivera, Jim Dale, Lee Roy Reams and More Set for WINTER RHYTHMS 2017 at Urban Stages
by BWW News Desk - Nov 9, 2017


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Rodgers and Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC Next Onstage at Larry Keeton Theatre October 12-28
by BWW News Desk - Oct 28, 2017


Rodgers and Hammerstein's iconic 1949 musical about life, romance and hardships during World War II, which broached serious and controversial social issues still being dealt with in the 21st century South Pacific debuts at The Larry Keeton Theatre in Donelson for an October 12-28 run.

Other Productions of My Fair Lady

1956   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1957   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
1958   West End London Production
West End
1964   Broadway City Center Revival
Broadway
1964   Regional (US) Regional Revival
Regional (US)
1968   Off-Broadway City Center Revival
Off-Broadway
1976   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1977   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
1979   West End London Revival
West End
1981   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1993   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
1993   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2001   West End Royal National Theatre Production
West End
2002   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
2005   UK Tour National Tour
UK Tour
2018   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2019   US Tour Revival Tour
US Tour
2022   West End London Production
West End
2022   US Tour US Tour
US Tour

My Fair Lady - 1958 West End Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2003 Olivier Awards Best Actress in a Musical or Entertainment Joanna Riding

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