Passion 2003 - Articles Page 7

Ages: 17+
Opened: August 22, 2003
Closing: August 23, 2002

Passion - 2003 - Regional (US) History , Info & More

Based on the film Passione d'Amore directed by Ettore Scola


Based on the novel Fosca by I. U. Tarchetti

PASSION, winner of 4 Tony Awards including Best Music and Lyrics, Best Book, and Best Musical, features music and lyrics by the acclaimed Stephen Sondheim (Sweeney Todd, West Side Story, Company, Follies, Into The Woods, Gypsy) and book by James Lapine (Falsettos, Into The Woods, Sunday In The Park With George).





PASSION opened on Broadway in 1994, and received its London revival in 2010 at the Donmar Warehouse as part of Stephen Sondheim's 80th birthday celebrations.



Stephen Sondheim's PASSION revolves around a handsome Italian solider, Giorgio, separated from his beautiful mistress, who is shattered and ultimately changed by the unconditional and obsessive love of Fosca, his Colonel's chronically ill and plain cousin. Her unrelenting passions force him to re-evaluate his beliefs about love and attraction between two human beings.

Passion - 2003 - Regional (US) Cast

Get Passion Email Alerts

Be the first to get ticket offers, news, photos & more.

Passion - 2003 - Regional (US) Articles Page 7

Natalie Merchant Unveils New Single 'Come On, Aphrodite'
by Michael Major - Feb 15, 2023


It is the first track released from Merchant’s forthcoming album, Keep Your Courage, and establishes the record’s themes of love and passion as essential to the human experience. Merchant’s ninth solo studio album, and the latest new material since 2014’s self-titled record, Keep Your Courage will be released in April.

San Francisco Shakespeare Festival Announces Carla Pantoja As Next Artistic Director 
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2023


San Francisco Shakespeare Festival has announced Carla Pantoja as its next Artistic Director. Pantoja will provide artistic vision, strategic direction, and passion to build on SF Shakes' 40-year commitment to changing lives through accessible Shakespeare-based performances, education, and engagement.

Review: THE LIFESPAN OF A FACT at Keegan Theatre
by David Friscic - Feb 1, 2023


In a world of fake news, alternate facts, social media frenzy and an increasingly opinionated and polarized public/audience, the issues raised in the intellectually challenging play The Lifespan of a Fact are more relevant than ever.  Now being presented at the Keegan Theatre, this play may be short in length, but it probingly explores the weighty issues of the passion of the essay writer/prose stylist versus the scrupulous and zealous fact-checking of the journalist/article writer.

Slovo Theater Group, Matt Braunger & More Announced for The Kennedy Center Millennium Stage December Schedule
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 23, 2022


Millennium Stage will offer free live community performances, streamed live, plus online programs and film screenings, Wednesday–Sunday each week throughout our campus.

Photos: Get a Sneak Peek at ANNA IN THE TROPICS at Ground Floor Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 3, 2022


The Austin premiere of Anna in the Tropics, winner of the 2003 Pulitzer Prize for Drama by Nilo Cruz directed by Carl Gonzales will run August 12–27, 2022 at Ground Floor Theatre. Get a sneak peek at photos here!

Union Avenue Opera Announces 28th Festival Season Featuring Sondheim's A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2022


This summer, Union Avenue Opera will make its highly anticipated return to its home stage within the historic Union Avenue Christian Church. Union Avenue Opera will offer a three-opera festival season opening with Tchaikovsky's masterpiece, Eugene Onegin (July 8, 9, 15, 16) which last appeared on the UAO stage in 2003.

Ground Floor Theatre Announces Cast of ANNA IN THE TROPICS Austin Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 8, 2022


Ground Floor Theatre has announced the cast for the Austin premiere of Anna in the Tropics. winner of the 2003 Pulitzer Prize for Drama by Nilo Cruz and directed by Carl Gonzales running August 12–27, 2022 at Ground Floor Theatre. 

Tacoma Arts Live Presents ANNA IN THE TROPICS
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 17, 2022


Tacoma Arts Live's Regional Theater Program presents Anna in the Tropics, a poignant and poetic play that garnered the 2003 Pulitzer Prize for then unknown Cuban-American playwright Nilo Cruz. Anna will open for a preview on Thursday, March 24 at 7:30 p.m., plus seven additional performances through April 10 at Tacoma's Theater on the Square. 

Student Blogs This Week - Discovering a New Passion, Looking Ahead to Summer Theatre, and More
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Feb 11, 2022


Our student bloggers write about how they're coping with the current global health crisis, give insight on their school's performing arts programs, share their opinions on the latest theater news, and so much more. The joy of Avenue Q, a return to normalcy, and more-- read the latest from our college student bloggers!

BWW Feature: Stephen Sondheim at Signature Theatre
by Elliot Lanes - Dec 2, 2021


The phrase “No one is irreplaceable” was shattered this past week when composer/lyricist/GOD of American musical theatre Stephen Sondheim passed away at age 91. Simply put, Sondheim was unique, groundbreaking and a true original that many tried to copy and never could.

British Youth Music Theatre Founder Jon Bromwich To Step Down
by Stephi Wild - Oct 29, 2021


Jon Bromwich has announced he will be retiring from his role as Executive Producer of British Youth Music Theatre in May 2022. Jon was instrumental in founding the leading musical theatre company (first known as Youth Music Theatre UK) for young people in 2003.

Rhonda Hansome Featured At GOOD RIDDANCE Storytelling Show at The Tank NYC
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2021


Actor/playwright/storyteller Rhonda 'Passion' Hansome, (SiriusXM  “John Fugelsang's Tell Me Everything”) will be among the performers featured at the Good Riddance Storytelling show on Saturday, September 18 at The Tank in  Manhattan.   

Rhonda Hansome to Be Featured As Part of GOOD RIDDANCE Storytelling Show
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 2, 2021


Actor / playwright / storyteller Rhonda 'Passion' Hansome, (SiriusXM  “John Fugelsang's Tell Me Everything”)  will be among the performers featured at the Good Riddance Storytelling show on Saturday, September 18 @  The Tank   in  Manhattan.   

BWW Review: Turkey Creek Collective Presents the Local Premiere of the Odd and Moving (I AM) NOBODY'S LUNCH
by Peter Nason - Jul 24, 2021


It's a cabaret, with songs both bouncy and torchy, but it’s more than that.  It’s like a quirky collage, a found object performance piece. And there's nothing else quite like it.

BWW Review: MARK SEIBERT - MUSICALS at Ebertbad (Oberhausen)
by Helge Arnoldt - Mar 11, 2021


After his studio concert Mark Seibert decided to do a live streaming concert at the Ebertbad (Oberhausen) on Valentine’s Day, which was produced by SOUND OF MUSIC and for which he invited Marle Martens and Thomas Holer. Both guests have been working with Mark Seibert in many shows. This is why they were putting the highlights of ELISABETH, DANCE OF THE VAPMIRES and MOZART together in medleys. Although none of these shows  have made it across the pond so far (DANCE OF THE VAMPIRES failed in 2003 due to different reasons), all songs enjoy great popularity in Germany and Austria.

THE NIXONS to Perform Livestream Event on Feb. 19
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jan 28, 2021


Alternative rock band The Nixons (Zac Maloy, Jesse Davis, John Humphrey and Ricky Brooks) known for the radio hits 'Sister', ' Happy Song', 'Wire', and 'Passion' will be performing a livestream event on Feb 19, 2021 at 7pm CST through Veeps!

Pianist Jonathan Biss' UNQUIET: MY LIFE WITH BEETHOVEN To Be Released Thursday, December 17
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 14, 2020


Audible, Inc., the leading creator and provider of premium audio storytelling, today announced the forthcoming release of pianist Jonathan Biss's audio-only memoir UNQUIET: My Life with Beethoven. In this new Audible Original, Mr. Biss examines the interplay between his lifelong passion for the music of Beethoven and his own personal struggles with anxiety.

Music Conservatory Of Westchester To Present A Virtual Whirlwind Tour Of Music History With Russell Ger
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2020


When Australian conductor Russell Ger directs an orchestra, he is full of passion. On Friday, October 30 at 8pm, he will lead a virtual whirlwind tour of music history: 1,000 years in 60 minutes!

BAM Remembers Board Chair Adam E. Max
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 28, 2020


The Brooklyn Academy of Music is deeply saddened by the loss of its esteemed board chair, Adam E. Max (1958-2020), who died on July 27 of cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer), diagnosed last September. BAM chair since 2017, Max joined the board in 2003 and became co-vice chair in 2008. He led the institution with energy, humility, warmth, and humor.

130+ Musicals That You Can Stream Now!
by Team BWW - Apr 4, 2021


Visit our list of the best musicals & shows you can watch from home! We've got you covered with all the must-sees on streaming sites including Tony-award winners, favorite stars and top performances.

Act II Playhouse Announces Extended Run Of CHAPTER TWO
by Stephi Wild - Jan 31, 2020


Can you find your soulmate more than once? Loosely based on his three-week courtship of actress Marsha Mason, Neil Simon created George and Jennie - a couple each recovering from lost love. The pressure is on from George's brother, who wants him 'back out there', and Jennie's best friend who still believes in passion. The whirlwind romance becomes a marriage and the pair needs to decide if they truly believe in second chances.

CHAPTER TWO Comes to Act II Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jan 31, 2020


Can you find your soulmate more than once? Loosely based on his three-week courtship of actress Marsha Mason, Neil Simon created George and Jennie - a couple each recovering from lost love. The pressure is on from George's brother, who wants him a?oeback out therea??, and Jennie's best friend who still believes in passion. The whirlwind romance becomes a marriage and the pair needs to decide if they truly believe in second chances.

Bernie Williams Returns To Café Carlyle in April 2020
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2019


Bernie Williams, Latin Grammy-nominated jazz musician and former New York Yankees World Series Champ, returns to Café Carlyle, April 21-25. Bernie Williams, the New York Yankees center fielder for 16 years, is best known for his long and storied career in pinstripes - a career that includes four World Series championships, five appearances on the American League All-Star Team, four Gold Glove Awards and the 1996 American League Championship Series Most Valuable Player Award. Since he's hung up his cleats, he's had time to devote to his other great passion in life - jazz guitar. Now that he's out of the game, he's getting back to his musical roots. His return engagement at Café Carlyle, as part of the Bernie Williams Collective, will include an eclectic mix of Latin rhythms, smooth jazz, blues and standards. The Bernie Williams Collective is comprised of Bernie Williams (guitar), Don Harris (trumpet; music director), Joel Rosenblatt (drums), Dave Anderson (bass guitar), Erik Piza (percussion) and Clifford Carter (piano; keyboard).

Boston Court Pasadena Announces Sondheim's PASSION And More For 2020 Spring Bonus Series
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2019


Boston Court Pasadena announces a 2020 Spring Series, celebrating the birthdays of Ludwig Van Beethoven, Stephen Sondheim, and William Shakespeare. 

Other Productions of Passion

1993   New York Workshop
New York
1994   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1996   West End London Revival
West End
1996   Regional (US) Regional Revival
Regional (US)
1997   West End London Concert
West End
2002   Regional (US) Sondheim Festival Production
Regional (US)
2003   Regional (US) Regional Concert
Regional (US)
2004   London Fringe Bridewell Production
London Fringe
2004   Broadway 10th Anniversary Concert
Broadway
2005   Broadway Concert [Broadway]
Broadway
2010   West End Donmar Warehouse Revival
West End
2013   Off-Broadway Classic Stage Company Production
Off-Broadway
2018   Washington, DC (Regional) Signature Theatre's Production
Washington, DC (Regional)

Videos