On Your Toes Revival 1983 - Articles Page 3

Opened: March 6, 1983
Closing: May 20, 1984

On Your Toes - 1983 - Broadway History , Info & More

Virginia Theatre
245 W. 52nd St. New York, NY 10019

Gangsters, vaudeville and the Russian Ballet come together in this riotous, romantic romp. Junior's folks pull him from the family's vaudeville act and pack him off to school where he becomes a music teacher. He meets Sydney, a composer, and Frankie, a coed who's fallen hard for him, and together they set about trying to sell Sydney's new jazz ballet to a Russian ballet company. The prima ballerina wants to teach Junior more than a few new steps, but with her assistance, 'Slaughter On Tenth Avenue' is produced with Junior dancing the lead. In one of the funniest set pieces ever devised, Junior dances the premiere while being shot at from the audience by thugs who've mistaken him for a dancer who owes on a gambling debt. This landmark musical was directed by the legendary George Abbott and choreographed by newcomer George Balanchine, whose use of ballet here marked the first time in musical comedy that dance was a direct proponent of the plot.

Music by Rodgers, Richard; Lyrics by Lorenz Hart; Book by Rodgers & Hart & George Abbott

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Brian Dennehy to Lead THE STEWARD OF CHRISTENDOM at Mark Taper Forum in 2013
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 22, 2012


Five powerful productions have been scheduled for Center Theatre Group's 2013 season at the Mark Taper Forum, it was announced today by CTG Artistic Director Michael Ritchie.

Photo Flash: Lorenzo Lamas in Final Dress Rehearsal of A CHORUS LINE - Opens Tonight!
by James T Harding - Jun 15, 2012


Starring Golden Globe nominee Lorenzo Lamas (The Bold and the Beautiful, Air America, Renegade, Falcon Crest) as Zach, A Chorus Line runs June 15-24 in the Robinson Theatre, 617 Lexington Street, Waltham. Check out these pictures from the final dress rehearsal before opening night tonight below.

Lorenzo Lamas to Lead Reagle Music Theatre's A CHORUS LINE, June 15-24
by James T Harding - May 29, 2012


Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston has announced the full cast of A Chorus Line, the landmark Tony Award-winning musical which opens the company's 44th consecutive summer season. Starring Golden Globe nominee Lorenzo Lamas (The Bold and the Beautiful, Air America, Renegade, Falcon Crest) as Zach, A Chorus Line runs June 15-24 in the Robinson Theatre, 617 Lexington Street, Waltham.

Finborough Theatre's GAY'S THE WORD Closes
by BWW News Desk - Feb 20, 2012


The Finborough Theatre's 'Celebrating British Music Theatre' series follows Perchance to Dream with Ivor Novello's last musical.

Frank Barrie, James Bentham Lead Finborough Theatre's GAY'S THE WORD
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 27, 2012


The Finborough Theatre's 'Celebrating British Music Theatre' series follows Perchance to Dream with Ivor Novello's last musical.

BWW Reviews: Surrounded by 'Little Girls,' Sally Struthers Tap Dances a Fine Line for ANNIE
by Shannon O'Connor - Jan 12, 2012


When Theater of the Stars premieres its 2012 production of 'Annie' Saturday night at Atlanta's Fox Theatre, audiences will find a familiar face in the role of disillusioned orphanage matron Miss Hannigan. But then, Sally Struthers has quite a bit of familiarity with the role, too.

HAVING IT ALL Extends At NoHo Arts Center Thru 5/29
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 6, 2011


David Elzer &Peter Schneider, producers of the smash-hit, award-winning productions of The Marvelous Wonderettes and Life Could Be A Dream, are thrilled to announce that their critically-acclaimed, smash-hit, Ovation Recommended, world premiere original musical, HAVING IT ALL, music by John Kavanaugh, book by David Goldsmith & Wendy Perelman, lyrics by David Goldsmith, conceived by Wendy Perelman, with musical direction by Greg Nabours and directed by Richard Israel is EXTENDING through Sunday, May 29 at the NoHo Arts Center, 11136 Magnolia Blvd. (at Lankershim) in North Hollywood.

Jackson, Brown et al. Lead NY Pops 2011-2012 Season; Full Season Schedule Announced!
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 19, 2011


On October 14, 2011, The New York Pops orchestra - famous for presenting popular music with a symphony orchestra of the highest quality - will launch its 29th season; a Carnegie Hall series celebrating the stylistic diversity of some of popular music's greatest icons.

Broadway Ad Man Donald H. Josephson Dies at 82
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 9, 2010


Donald H. Josephson, a prominent theatrical advertising executive during the Golden Age of Broadway's "Mad Men," died December 8, 2010 at New York Presbyterian Hospital in Manhattan. He was 82.

Carnegie Hall Hosts Disco Glam Attire Contest, 10/15
by BWW News Desk - Oct 15, 2010


Are you ready to unleash your inner Dancing Queen? Carnegie Hall will host a disco attire contest for ticket holders attending The New York Pops season-opening concert, The Music of ABBA, on Friday, October 15, 2010 at 8:00 p.m. with special guest vocal group Rajaton. Participants are invited to embrace the spirit of the decade and come flaunt their finest leisure suits, bell bottoms, glitter gowns, and other 1970s attire while enjoying the performance of some of ABBA's most popular chart-topping hits including Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, and Take a Chance on Me. The disco glam vintage attire contest will take place during intermission.

Carnegie Hall Hosts Disco Glam Attire Contest, 10/15
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 6, 2010


Are you ready to unleash your inner Dancing Queen? Carnegie Hall will host a disco attire contest for ticket holders attending The New York Pops season-opening concert, The Music of ABBA, on Friday, October 15, 2010 at 8:00 p.m. with special guest vocal group Rajaton. Participants are invited to embrace the spirit of the decade and come flaunt their finest leisure suits, bell bottoms, glitter gowns, and other 1970s attire while enjoying the performance of some of ABBA's most popular chart-topping hits including Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, and Take a Chance on Me. The disco glam vintage attire contest will take place during intermission.

STAGE TUBE: Kelsey Grammer Chats LA CAGE, Tech and Role-Changing
by Jessica Lewis - Apr 2, 2010


Kelsey Grammer, who is about to make his Broadway musical debut in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, recently sat down with the Today Show's Kathie Lee and Hoda to discuss all things LA CAGE, including the intricacies of the show's elaborate tech and the challenges he faces switching roles just months into the run (opening as Georges, he will switch to the role of Albin around October). BroadwayWorld brings you his interview below.

LA CAGE AUX FOLLES' Kelsey Grammer To Appear On Regis And Kelly 3/29
by TV News Desk - Mar 29, 2010


Kelsey Grammer, who is about to make his Broadway musical debut in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, will be a guest on 'Live with Regis and Kelly' on Monday, March 29. In the New York area, 'Live with Regis and Kelly' airs on WABC-TV Channel 7 at 9:00 AM. Check local listings.

'On Your Toes' Closes at Brind School of Theater Arts & School of Dance, 3/28
by BWW News Desk - Mar 28, 2010


The School of Dance and Brind School of Theater Arts at the University of the Arts collaborate to bring the 1936 musical comedy "On Your Toes" to the stage at the Merriam Theater (250 S. Broad St.) March 24 - 28.

LA CAGE AUX FOLLES' Kelsey Grammer To Appear On Regis And Kelly 3/29
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 26, 2010


Kelsey Grammer, who is about to make his Broadway musical debut in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, will be a guest on 'Live with Regis and Kelly' on Monday, March 29. In the New York area, 'Live with Regis and Kelly' airs on WABC-TV Channel 7 at 9:00 AM. Check local listings.

Table Seating Now on Sale for LA CAGE AUX FOLLES!
by Robert Diamond - Mar 25, 2010


Every night at the critically acclaimed Olivier Award-winning production of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, a small group of very lucky theatergoers will get to watch he production from a unique vantage point: at one of four cabaret tables located in the front of the orchestra. There, they will experience LA CAGE as never before - closer to the dazzling splendor of the production's stars, five-time Emmy Award-winner Kelsey Grammer and Olivier Award-winner Douglas Hodge and in a position where the notorious and dangerous Cagelles will be even more notorious and a little more dangerous.

Brind School of Theater Arts & School of Dance Present 'On Your Toes', 3/24-3/28
by BWW News Desk - Mar 24, 2010


The School of Dance and Brind School of Theater Arts at the University of the Arts collaborate to bring the 1936 musical comedy "On Your Toes" to the stage at the Merriam Theater (250 S. Broad St.) March 24 - 28.

Kelsey Grammer to Get Double LA CAGE Billing: Will star as Georges and Albin on Bway
by Jessica Lewis - Mar 11, 2010


The New York Daily News is reporting that in a surprise twist, LA CAGE AUX FOLLES star Kelsey Grammer, who had been announced to play the role of Georges, will in fact be doubling as both leads, Georges and Albin, in six month stints.

Brind School of Theater Arts & School of Dance Present 'On Your Toes', 3/24-3/28
by BWW News Desk - Mar 3, 2010


The School of Dance and Brind School of Theater Arts at the University of the Arts collaborate to bring the 1936 musical comedy "On Your Toes" to the stage at the Merriam Theater (250 S. Broad St.) March 24 - 28.

Photo Exclusive: Meet the Cast of LA CAGE!
by Walter McBride - Mar 2, 2010


LA CAGE AUX FOLLES began rehearsals on Monday and BroadwayWorld.com is very excited to bring you the first photos of the show's cast!

BWW Photo Exclusive: LA CAGE Begins Rehearsals - Sneak Preview!
by Walter McBride - Mar 1, 2010


LA CAGE AUX FOLLES began rehearsals today and BroadwayWorld.com is very excited to bring you a sneak preview of the cast as they met for the first time! We'll have a full photo coverage of the entire cast later, but in the meantime -- here's a sneak preview...

Fred Applegate Joins Cast of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES
by Robert Diamond - Feb 25, 2010


Fred Applegate has joined the cast of the critically-acclaimed, Olivier Award-winning Menier Chocolate Factory production of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, playing the roles of Edouard Dindon, the rigidly conservative head of the Tradition, Family and Morality Party and café owner M. Renaud. LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, starring five-time Emmy Award winner Kelsey Grammer and Olivier Award-winner Douglas Hodge, goes into rehearsal in New York on Monday, March 1.

Cox, de Jesus, Andreas, Shaddow, Hoch, Lindell, Nolte, Shively, Perlow & More Join LA CAGE; Additional Cast Announced
by Robert Diamond - Feb 3, 2010


The producers of the critically-acclaimed, Olivier Award-winning Menier Chocolate Factory production of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES are pleased to announce additional casting for the forthcoming Broadway production of the Tony Award-winning musical.

Former Bolshoi Stars Reunite For 30th Anniversary of Their Defection to the U.S., LEGACY GALA Held 11/23
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 25, 2009


The last two of six Russian ballet dancers to famously defect from the U.S.S.R. to the United States in the 1960's and 70's - Valentina Kozlova and Leonid Kozlov, who sought political asylum on September 16, 1979 - will commemorate the 30th anniversary of their celebrated defection with a one-night-only dance concert, 'The Legacy Gala' on Monday, November 23 at 7:30 p.m. at the Joyce Theater (175 Eighth Avenue) in New York City.

Broadway Legend Kitty Carlisle Hart Passes Away at 96
by BWW News Desk - Apr 18, 2007


Kitty Carlisle Hart, the elegant legend whose seventy-year career encompassed theatre, films, opera, TV game shows and cabaret, has passed away at the age of 96.

On Your Toes FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of On Your Toes have there been?
On Your Toes has had 13 productions including Broadway which opened in 1936, Broadway which opened in 1936, West End which opened in 1937, London which opened in 1938, Milburn, NJ (Regional) which opened in 1953, Broadway which opened in 1954, Broadway which opened in 1954, Broadway which opened in 1983, Broadway which opened in 1983, West End which opened in 1984, US Tour which opened in 1986, London Fringe which opened in 2003 and Los Angeles which opened in 2007.
What awards has On Your Toes been nominated for?
On Your Toes has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Donald Saddler and Peter Martins, Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Zack Brown, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for George Abbott, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Hans Spialek, and Outstanding Revival of a Play (Drama Desk Awards).
What awards has On Your Toes won?
On Your Toes has won several awards, including Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for Donald Saddler and Peter Martins. It also won Outstanding Costume Design at the Drama Desk Awards for Zack Brown, Outstanding Director of a Musical for George Abbott, Outstanding Orchestrations for Hans Spialek, and Outstanding Revival of a Play at the Drama Desk Awards.

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