Promises, Promises 1968 - Articles Page 5

Opened: December 1, 1968
Closing: January 01, 1972

Promises, Promises - 1968 - Broadway History , Info & More

Shubert Theatre (Broadway)
225 West 44th St. New York, NY

Based on the film The Apartment by Billy Wilder and I. A. L. Diamond

Promises, Promises is a musical based on the 1960 film The Apartment. The music is by Burt Bacharach, lyrics by Hal David, and book by Neil Simon. Musical numbers for the original Broadway production were choreographed by Michael Bennett.

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Promises, Promises - 1968 - Broadway Articles Page 5

CentStgCo Announces Final 2018 Women Playwrights Series ANOTHER REVOLUTION
by Julie Musbach - Apr 16, 2018


It is 1968.  From opposing disciplines and very different worlds, Kate and Henry are forced to share a lab together in the midst of a campus devolving into political chaos, in Jacqueline Bircher's "Another Revolution", which will be the final presentation of the 2018 Centenary Stage Company Women Playwrights Series on Wednesday, Apr 25 at 7:30 PM in the Lackland Performing Arts Center in Hackettstown.  

Cuba Is Centerpiece Of 2nd Women Playwrights Series Presentation
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2018


Based on a true story, the second play in the Centenary Stage Company's Women Playwright Series tells the harrowing story of a family caught up in the Cuban revolution of the 1950s, torn between idealism and survival.

Christine Ebersole, MARILYN MAYE'S 90TH BIRTHDAY, David Yazbek and More Head to 54 Below in April
by Julie Musbach - Mar 30, 2018


This April, FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.

Laguna Playhouse Announces New Season: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, HEISENBERG, HARVEY and More
by Julie Musbach - Mar 23, 2018


LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE is thrilled to announce its 2018-2019 season of shows. Executive Director Ellen Richard comments, "This is a sensational 98th season. We are happy to give our audiences a diverse array of musicals and plays that they will find moving, compelling and entertaining."

CentStgCo Announces 2018 WOMEN PLAYWRIGHT SERIES
by Julie Musbach - Mar 22, 2018


The popular Women Playwright Series is back at Centenary Stage, with three exciting new plays about Cuba, the 1936 Berlin Olympics and a transformational moment in American history.  

Centaur Theatre Unveils Golden Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 12, 2018


Centaur Theatre proudly announces an exciting season of hit plays, ancillary initiatives, and special celebratory events to mark its golden anniversary. From its 1968 birth in the heart of the city, Centaur has grown to become a beacon for outstanding professional English-language theatre that speaks to the universal spirit while reflecting the Canadian, and especially the Montreal perspective. This is the first season programmed by Centaur's Artistic and Executive Director, Eda Holmes, and the stellar line-up reaffirms Centaur's standing as THE urban English-language theatre in Quebec.

Casting Announced For Orpheum And Hattiloo Presentation Of Katori Hall's THE MOUNTAINTOP
by Julie Musbach - Mar 8, 2018


A limited engagement of Katori Hall's The Mountaintop will play the Halloran Centre at the Orpheum March 28 through April 1 (5 Performances). Tickets are on sale now for this special MLK50 event.

JERRY SPRINGER - THE OPERA Extends Through April 1, Matt McGrath Takes Over Lead Role
by Julie Musbach - Feb 27, 2018


Due to demand, The New Group has announced a three-week extension for Jerry Springer - The Opera, with Matt McGrath appearing as Jerry Springer beginning March 13.  Terrence Mann, currently appearing in the role of Jerry Springer, plays his final performance March 11 due to an existing commitment beyond that date.

Adirondack Theatre Festival Announces 2018 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 20, 2018


Adirondack Theatre Festival (ATF) announces its 24th season - the fourth for Producing Artistic Director, Chad Rabinovitz.  Rabinovitz will again bring an entire season of major new works to ATF with a team of top-level professional artists, offering experiences that cannot be found anywhere else in the world - only in Glens Falls.  After a record-breaking season of sold-out performances last year, doubling attendance and subscribership in just the past three years, the 2018 season promises to be even larger.  In fact, the season will be one week longer than ever before in order to accommodate the large-scale productions.  Performances will run June 14 - August 9 at the Charles R. Wood Theater, 207 Glen Street, in Downtown Glens Falls, NY.

Amas Musical Theatre to Honor Jay Binder, Micki Grant & Leonid Poretsky, MD at Spring Benefit Concert
by Julie Musbach - Feb 8, 2018


Amas Musical Theatre (Donna Trinkoff, Artistic Producer), New York City's award-winning pioneer in diversity and multi-ethnic casting in the performing arts since 1968, will celebrate its 49th Anniversary at its annual Gala Benefit on Monday, April 2, 2018 at the Baruch Performing Arts Center (East 25th Street between Lexington and 3rd Avenues). Honorary Chair for the event is Tony Award-nominated actor/singer and 2016 Rosie Award-winner Norm Lewis. Two-time Tony Award-nominee Brad Oscar will be Master of Ceremonies for the evening.

Heritage Theatre Festival Explores The American Experience In Its 2018 Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 2, 2018


New Heritage Theatre Festival Artistic Director Jenny Wales will mark her official return to her alma mater with a season that celebrates American stories, delivers entertaining and engaging professional theatre, and reflects on our uniquely challenging times.

Harlem Stage Announces 2018 Spring Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2018


Harlem Stage, the legendary uptown venue that for over 30 years has promoted the creative legacy of Harlem and artists of color from around the corner and across the globe, is proud to present its Spring 2018 season of performances. The season is curated by Monique Martin, newly appointed Director of Programming for Harlem Stage and features artists who #Disrupt, and take creative risk. They reflect the times via a range of artistic genres, offering audiences the chance to experience legendary performers and rising stars.

Terrence Mann and Will Swenson to Headline JERRY SPRINGER - THE OPERA Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - Dec 15, 2017


The New Group has announced today that Terrence Mann and Will Swenson will star in the company's Off-Broadway premiere of Jerry Springer - The Opera, as 'Jerry Springer' and 'Warm-Up / Satan,' respectively.

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.

It's a Happy Holiday! Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS National Tour Finds Cast
by BWW News Desk - Nov 10, 2017


The producers of IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS have announced full casting for the North American Tour of IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS.

Modern-Day Immigrants Get First Permanent Exhibit at Tenement Museum
by BWW News Desk - Nov 1, 2017


With immigration dominating the national conversation, a new permanent exhibit opening this week at The Tenement Museum immerses visitors in the lives of three immigrant and migrant families from different corners of the world -- China, Puerto Rico, and Poland -- who all lived in the same New York City apartment building during the 1950s to 1970s.

Modern-Day Immigrants Get First Permanent Exhibit at Tenement Museum
by BWW News Desk - Oct 5, 2017


With immigration dominating the national conversation, a new permanent exhibit opening this week at The Tenement Museum immerses visitors in the lives of three immigrant and migrant families from different corners of the world -- China, Puerto Rico, and Poland -- who all lived in the same New York City apartment building during the 1950s to 1970s.

WHY THE CHILD IS COOKING IN THE POLENTA Comes to United Solo
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 3, 2017


After successful representations in Z rich, Bucharest, Munich and Passau, 'Why the child is cooking in the polenta' is going to be staged in New York this November!

Marsha Mason Directs Arizona Theatre Company's Season-Opening Performance CHAPTER TWO
by BWW News Desk - Sep 13, 2017


Arizona Theatre Company (ATC; David Ivers, Artistic Director; Billy Russo, Managing Director) is pleased to welcome back four-time Academy Award-nominee Marsha Mason, who will direct Neil Simon's autobiographical romantic comedy Chapter Two to open ATC's 51st season, Oct. 5-22 at the Herberger Theater Center, 222 E. Monroe in Phoenix.

Photo Flash: First Look at SOME LOVERS at From Page to Stage Summer Festival
by BWW News Desk - Aug 27, 2017


Ben Richards returns to musical theatre in the premiere of Burt Bacharach and Steven Sater's SOME LOVERS - the head line show for Aria Entertainment's From Page To Stage (FPTS) Summer Festival at The Other Palace.

Oscar Nominee Marsha Mason Returns To Arizona Theatre Company To Direct CHAPTER TWO
by BWW News Desk - Aug 16, 2017


Arizona Theatre Company (ATC; David Ivers, Artistic Director; Billy Russo, Managing Director) is pleased to welcome back four-time Academy Award-nominee Marsha Mason, who will direct Neil Simon's autobiographical romantic comedy Chapter Two to open ATC's 51st season, Sept. 9-30 at the Temple of Music & Art, 333 S. Scott Ave. in Tucson, Oct. 5-22 at the Herberger Theater Center, 222 E. Monroe in Phoenix.

Ben Richards to Star in SOME LOVERS at From Page To Stage Summer Festival; Further Casting Announced
by BWW News Desk - Jul 27, 2017


Ben Richards returns to musical theatre in the premiere of Burt Bacharach and Steven Sater's SOME LOVERS - the head line show for Aria Entertainment's From Page To Stage (FPTS) Summer Festival at The Other Palace. With just 12 performances, the seats will be some of the hottest musical theatre tickets in Town this summer (Thursday 24 August - 2 September 2017)!

Hardscrabble Theater Comes to Farmingdale's Cultural Arts Fest
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 19, 2017


Hardscrabble Theater is proud to announce that it will be taking part in the Village of Farmingdale's Cultural Arts Festival this year. We will be presenting a recreation of a live radio comedy from the 1940's: Fanny Brice's 'Baby Snooks and Daddy: The Ugly Duckling'.

Dazzling New Season Unveiled At New Alexandra Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Jul 13, 2017


Bring it On, The Sound of Music and Strangers On a Train, are just some of the hit productions coming to Birmingham's New Alexandra Theatre as part of its Autumn Season, announced today.

Other Productions of Promises, Promises

1968   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1969   West End London Production
West End
1970   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
1997   Off-Broadway Encores! Concert
Off-Broadway
2010   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2017   West End Off-West End Revival
West End
2018   Off-Broadway Transport Group Concert Production
Off-Broadway

Promises, Promises - 1968 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1969 Theatre World Awards Performance Marian Mercer
1969 Theatre World Awards Performance Jill O'Hara
1969 Tony Awards Best Choreography Michael Bennett
1969 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Robert Moore
1969 Tony Awards Best Musical Promises, Promises
1969 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Jerry Orbach
1969 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical A. Larry Haines
1969 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Edward Winter
1969 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Marian Mercer
1969 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Jill O'Hara

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