Oklahoma! Revival 1980 - Articles Page 1.8

Ages: 12+
Opened: September 17, 1980
Closing: September 19, 1981

Oklahoma! - 1980 - West End History , Info & More

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Green Grow the Lilacs. Play by Lynn Riggs.

On a farm in frontier Oklahoma, Laurey and Curley are obviously in love but conceal their feelings from each other by fighting. At a box social, their feelings become more complicated as another expresses interest in Laurey.

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Photos: First Look at THE OUTSIDERS on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 9, 2024


Previews are underway for the Broadway premiere of The Outsiders, the new musical based on the novel by S.E. Hinton & Francis Ford Coppola’s film, which opens Thursday, April 11, 2024 at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre. Check out first photos of the cast in action here!

Video: Watch New Trailer For Season Four Of Unscripted Series WE'RE HERE
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 9, 2024


The trailer for the six-episode fourth season of the Emmy®, Peabody, and GLAAD award-winning unscripted series We're Here has just been released. Season four of We're Here follows renowned drag queens, Sasha Velour, Priyanka, Jaida Essence Hall, and Latrice Royale, as they continue the show’s mission of spreading love and connection through the art of drag across small-town America. Watch the video here!

Spotlight: PIPELINE FESTIVAL at WP Theater
by BWW Special Offer - Apr 9, 2024


WP Theater's Pipeline Festival Begins April 4

Interview: Ali Stroker Shares a Sneak Peek Into Houston Symphony's 21ST CENTURY BROADWAY Concert
by Miranda Keating - Apr 8, 2024


For this weekend only, the Houston Symphony will be housing New York artists Rodney Ingram, Hailey Kilgore, Derek Klena, and Ali Stroker to perform showstoppers from today’s hottest musicals in their concert, '21st Century Broadway'! BroadwayWorld Houston was able to speak to Stroker about what we can look forward to at this one-of-a-kind concert.

Review: DAMN YANKEES at Desert Theatricals
by Gilmore Rizzo - Apr 6, 2024


What did our critic think of DAMN YANKEES at Desert Theatricals?

Interview: HADESTOWN's J. Antonio Rodriguez Receives DACA Renewal
by Joshua Wright - Apr 5, 2024


BroadwayWorld has learned that J. Antonio Rogriguez, who was playing Orpheus on the Hadestown tour before having to step away from the production following the expiration of his DACA renewal, will now be able to return to the production.

Southern Plains Productions Reveals 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2024


Oklahoma City arts-production company Southern Plains Productions has announced its 2024 season, which includes a pair of Pulitzer Prize-recognized stories. Learn more about the lineup here!

American Indian Artists Inc. to Premiere THE FRYBREAD QUEEN At Theatre for the New City
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 4, 2024


Experience the New York premiere of THE FRYBREAD QUEEN, a spirited story of Navajo women presented by American Indian Artists Inc. (AMERINDA).

Full Casts & Creative Teams Set for PIPELINE FESTIVAL at WP Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 4, 2024


WP Theater has revealed the full casts and teams for the fifth biennial Pipeline Festival. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Carnegie Hall Announces Teen Musicians Selected For NYO2 In Summer 2024
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2024


Discover the talented teen musicians selected for the prestigious NYO2 program at Carnegie Hall in Summer 2024. Get to know the future stars of the music world.

Phil Dunster and Zizi Strallen Will Lead Rodgers & Hammerstein's OKLAHOMA! at Theatre Royal Drury Lane
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2024


RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN’S OKLAHOMA! in Concert stars Emmy, Critics Choice & Olivier Award-nominated actor Phil Dunster (Ted Lasso) as Curly alongside West End star Zizi Strallen (Mary Poppins) as Laurey.

Rocklahoma Reveals Biggest Lineup Ever
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2024


After a record-breaking 2023 with over 70,000 fans from across the U.S. in attendance, Rocklahoma returns Friday, August 30, Saturday, August 31 and Sunday, September 1 to Rockin Red Dirt Ranch in Pryor, Oklahoma--just outside Tulsa--with its biggest lineup yet!

HBO Original Documentary 'AN AMERICAN BOMBING: THE ROAD TO APRIL 19TH' Debuts This Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2024


The HBO Original documentary AN AMERICAN BOMBING: THE ROAD TO APRIL 19TH, directed by Emmy-winning filmmaker Marc Levin (HBO's “Stockton on My Mind,” “One Nation Under Stress”) and executive produced by Katie Couric, debuts TUESDAY, APRIL 16 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and will be available to stream on Max.

Review: BROADWAY BY THE SEASON Shines a Spotlight on the Past at Merkin Hall
by Rob Lester - Apr 3, 2024


The Depression and World War II eras didn't stop Broadway from being filled with big shows and songs worth hearing again and again. Hear about what can be heard in a BroadwayWorld write-up.

Exclusive Video: Listen to 'Hold On' From DISTANT THUNDER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2024


Get an exclusive listen to 'Hold On' from Distant Thunder!

Danny Wimmer Presents Acquires Iconic Festivals Rocklahoma and Born & Raised
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2024


In a significant expansion of its already impressive music festival portfolio, Danny Wimmer Presents (DWP), the largest independent live event producer in the United States, has announced the acquisition of two landmark music festivals: Rocklahoma and Born & Raised.

OKLAHOMA! Opened on Broadway on this Day in 1943
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 31, 2024


Oklahoma! opened at the St. James Theatre on March 31st, 1943. The musical, with music by Richard Rodgers and book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, was based on Lynn Rigg's 1930 play 'Green Grow the Lilacs.'

54 Below to Present HAPPY HOUR: THE SONGS OF CARTER MCPHERSON Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 30, 2024


54 Below will host an enchanting evening featuring the songs of Happy Hour: The Songs of Carter McPherson on April 29th.

Cast and Creative Team Set for TWELFTH NIGHT at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2024


Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre has revealed the full cast for Twelfth Night or What You Will. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Everything Coming to Max in April
by Michael Major - Mar 22, 2024


Stream The Debut Of HBO Original Limited Series “The Sympathizer,” Max Original Unscripted Series “Conan O’Brien Must Go,” HBO Original Comedy Special “Alex Edelman: Just For Us,” HBO Original Documentary Series “The Jinx – Part Two” And “The Synanon Fix,” HBO Original Documentaries “Brandy Hellville & The Cult Of Fast Fashion” and more.

National Alliance for Musical Theatre Announces 2024 Spring Conference
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2024


New York: National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced the keynote speaker and Conference Agenda for the Spring Conference titled “Marketing & Development Should Be Friends,” which takes place on Wednesday, April 3 – Friday, April 5, at Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma's Plaza Theatre and other locations around Oklahoma City.

Cain's Ballroom Centennial Celebration Continues With John Fulbright In Concert To Launch Special Edition Ale
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2024


Celebrate Cain's Ballroom's centennial with the release of Cain's Centennial Ale, a collaboration with Marshall Brewing Company, and a free concert featuring Grammy-nominated artist John Fullbright on March 31.

Wilderado Set July US Headline Tour & Lollapalooza Performance
by Michael Major - Mar 19, 2024


Catch the latest updates on WILDERADO's upcoming US headline tour in July and their performance at Lollapalooza. Stay tuned for more exciting news from the music world. The band is Max Rainer (lead singer, guitarist), Tyler Wimpee (guitarist, vocals), Justin Kila (drums).

OKC Broadway 24/25 Season to Include MOULIN ROUGE, MJ, and More
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 17, 2024


OKC Broadway has announced their 2024 – 2025 Season. Learn more about the lineup here!

9 TO 5 & More Set for The Premiere Playhouse 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 15, 2024


The Premiere Playhouse has revealed its season 22 lineup. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Oklahoma! FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Oklahoma! have there been?
Oklahoma! has had 27 productions including Broadway which opened in 1943, Broadway which opened in 1943, US Tour which opened in 1943, West End which opened in 1947, Broadway which opened in 1951, Broadway which opened in 1951, US Tour which opened in 1951, US Tour which opened in 1952, Broadway which opened in 1953, Broadway which opened in 1953, Off-Broadway which opened in 1958, Off-Broadway which opened in 1963, Off-Broadway which opened in 1965, Broadway which opened in 1969, Broadway which opened in 1979, Broadway which opened in 1979, West End which opened in 1980, Milburn, NJ (Regional) which opened in 1992, West End which opened in 1998, Broadway which opened in 2002, Broadway which opened in 2002, St. Louis, MO (Regional) which opened in 2015, Off-Broadway which opened in 2018, Broadway which opened in 2019, which opened in 2019, US Tour which opened in 2020 and West End which opened in 2023.

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