Promises, Promises 1969 - Articles Page 2

Opened: October 2, 1969

Promises, Promises - 1969 - West End History , Info & More

Prince of Wales Theatre
(Piccadilly Circus) Coventry Street London

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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Richard Vargas, Margaret Randall, and Demetria Martinez Poetry Reading Comes to Teatro Paraguas
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2022


Teatro Paraguas will host a poetry reading with renowned poets Richard Vargas, Margaret Randall and Demetria Martinez on Friday, June 24 at 6:00 p.m.

SPAMILTON: AN AMERICAN PARODY, NEXT TO NORMAL & More Announced for Coppell Arts Center 2022-2023 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 3, 2022


The Coppell Arts Center has announced its 2022-2023 presentation season, featuring nine thrilling productions. Following an incredible opening year, the Center’s second series will be one for the ages.

Liverpool's Epstein Theatre Announces May Programming
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2022


Fantastic family friendly shows, incredible music, footballing memories and comedy capers are all set to entertain audiences at Liverpool's Epstein Theatre this May. 

San Diego Favorites Celebrate The Music Of 1969 in HELLO GOODBYE: 1969 FROM ABBEY ROAD TO LED ZEPPELIN
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2022


What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think back to the music of 1969?  Perhaps it's Woodstock, the rock festival that still defines the very concept of the rock festival.  Or maybe it's one of the year's many great albums: The Who's Tommy, Jefferson Airplane's Volunteers, The Band's self-titled, Blind Faith's debut, Led Zeppelin I and II and more.  The Beatles played their final concert on a London roof, and Cream said “goodbye.”  

The Who Announces 2022 North American Tour Dates
by Michael Major - Feb 7, 2022


Legendary rock band The Who have announced a brand new tour for 2022, THE WHO HITS BACK! The iconic band’s upcoming North American trek promises to be another rock n’ roll knockout, bringing singer Roger Daltrey and guitarist/songwriter Pete Townshend back to U.S. venues. Check out the complete list of tour dates!

Cotuit Center for the Arts Announces 2022 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2022


Cotuit Center for the Arts has announced another season jam-packed with programming, Gallery exhibits, classes, fundraisers, and more. After reopening in 2021 following the 2020 lockdown, the Center came back strong and laid some exciting groundwork for 2022.

Clementine Was Right Release Lead Single From New Album
by Michael Major - Jan 7, 2022


Clementine Was Right, the indie rock project led by Denver-based poet and fiction writer Mike Young, have released “Dreaming of Dancing in a Different Town.” The song — highlighted with pensive storytelling — marks the lead off single from Can’t Get Right With the Darkness, the band’s sophomore LP offering. Listen to the new single now!

The Django Announces December Line-Up featuring Lonnie Smith Tributes, Duchess Holiday Show and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2021


. Today’s leading artists gather on The Django stage to celebrate NEA Jazz Master Dr. Lonnie Smith in special back-to-back tribute concerts 12/9. Two leading pianists make their Django debut: Benito Gonzalez 12/3 followed by Orrin Evans 12/8 leading his new Brazilian project “Terreno Comun”.

Morristown Jazz & Blues Festival Returns On September 18
by Stephi Wild - Aug 10, 2021


The annual Morristown Jazz & Blues Festival returns to the Green on Saturday, September 18, from noon until 10:00 p.m. Canceled because of the pandemic in 2020, this year's free concert pays tribute to one of its founders Linda Kiger Smith and Mike Fabrizio, a longtime member of the festival committee, both of whom passed away in June.

Jazzmobile's Summerfest 2021 Season Kicks Off This Week
by Stephi Wild - Jul 3, 2021


The 57th annual festival, dedicated to co-founder Dr. Billy Taylor in honor of his 100th Birthday, takes over stages across the city to present a diverse roster of jazz icons and emerging artists.

VIDEO: Royal Opera House Shares Clip of Tchaikovsky's Pas de Deux
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2021


Anna Rose O'Sullivan and Marcelino Sambé perform George Balanchine’s effervescent Tchaikovsky Pas de Deux. You can watch the work in full as part of The Royal Ballet's mixed programme Balanchine and Robbins.

VIDEO: The Royal Ballet Celebrates American Choreographers George Balanchine and Jerome Robbins
by Alan Henry - Jun 8, 2021


The Royal Ballet celebrates the rich history of American ballet in classic works by George Balanchine and Jerome Robbins, two choreographic giants of the 20th century.  Balanchine and Robbins open's on 4 June and is live streamed on 11 June at 7.30pm priced £16.

Jazzmobile's Summerfest 2021 Kicks Off July 7, Including Award-Winning Film & Performance By Questlove
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 7, 2021


Jazzmobile’s much-anticipated return –  with (limited) audiences promises to be another outstanding year of high-quality performances by world class performers that will fill New York’s cultural landscape with jazz in all of its forms, including straight-ahead, swing, blues, Latin, Afro-Cuban and more.

The Royal Ballet Will Celebrate American Choreographers George Balanchine and Jerome Robbins in June
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2021


The Royal Ballet celebrates the rich history of American ballet in classic works by George Balanchine and Jerome Robbins, two choreographic giants of the 20th century.  Balanchine and Robbins open's on 4 June and is live streamed on 11 June at 7.30pm priced £16.

Virtual Theatre Today: Friday, May 21- Andrea McArdle, Frank 'Fraver' Verlizzo, and More!
by Nicole Rosky - May 21, 2021


Today (May 21) in live streaming: Frank 'Fraver' Verlizzo visits Backstage Live, the Next on Stage Top 10, an Annie reunion on Stars in the House, and more!

What's On Stage This Summer? Check Out Our Guide To Theatre Across The Country!
by Alan Henry - Apr 24, 2021


We've rounded up some of the top productions on stage this summer! Find something near you to see using our comprehensive guide below!

Royal Opera House Announces Schedule For Spring and Summer
by Stephi Wild - Apr 13, 2021


Today the Royal Opera House has announced more details of its schedule of in-person and streamed Spring and Summer performances, with public booking opening on 7 May 2021 and the doors opening to socially-distanced, in-person audiences from 17 May 2021.  

Student Blog: Zodiac Signs of Tony-Nominated Musicals
by Student Blogger: Madison Moore - Mar 22, 2021


The criteria are that these shows have been nominated for Best Musical from the 3rd Tony Awards (the ceremony that started the Best Musical category) in 1949 to the nominations of what will now be the 74th Tony Awards in 2021. I will be determining their signs based upon their Broadway premiere date. With those rules in mind, here we go!

Proshot vs Film Adaptation - What's the Difference?
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Feb 6, 2021


What's the difference between a proshot and a film adaptation? What proshots are coming up? Where can I stream Broadway proshots? What Broadway shows have upcoming film adaptations? Where can I stream Broadway film adaptations? We're answering all of these questions and more!

FST Announces Online Winter Play Reading Series
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2021


Florida Studio Theatre (FST) announces its 2021 Winter Play Reading Series, presenting online readings of five new plays in progress written by some of the country's top playwrights.

The 15 Most Iconic Broadway Dances Through the Decades
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 5, 2020


Starting next week, BroadwayWorld is bringing dancers back to centerstage with NEXT ON STAGE: DANCE EDITION - sponsored by LaDuca. In the meantime, we're celebrating musical theatre dancing with just a few of the most iconic Broadway dances from decades past.

Wharton Center Announces MEAN GIRLS, CATS, FROZEN & More for 2020-2021 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 18, 2020


The last few months have been unprecedented in the performing arts and entertainment industry. While COVID-19 has changed the world, Wharton Center Executive Director Mike Brand says, 'Wharton Center is ready to move forward and do what we do best: present the finest of the performing arts.'

BWW Exclusive: The 101 Greatest Musical Theatre Characters (1940-2020)
by Peter Nason - Apr 30, 2020


BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the best musical theatre characters from 1940-2020; see if your favorites are on our list of the best characters from Broadway musicals.

HAIR, HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH and More Announced in Portland Center Stage's 2020-2021 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2020


Portland Center Stage at The Armory announced its 2020-2021 ten-show season, featuring music, humor, Tony Award-winning classics, and a Northwest Stories commissioned world premiere from nationally renowned playwright Lauren Yee.

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Celebrates 50th Anniversary At The Joyce
by Stephi Wild - Mar 2, 2020


Marking a half century of enriching lives through dance, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre commemorates the milestone with its first Joyce Theater engagement in 15 years, presenting a mixed bill of classics and a New York City premier from April 28-May 3. Tickets, ranging in price from $10-$65, can be purchased at www.Joyce.org, or by calling JoyceCharge at 212-242-0800. Please note: ticket prices are subject to change. The Joyce Theater is located at 175 Eighth Avenue at West 19th Street. For more information, please visit www.PBT.org.

Promises, Promises FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Promises, Promises have there been?
Promises, Promises has had 8 productions including Broadway which opened in 1968, Broadway which opened in 1968, West End which opened in 1969, US Tour which opened in 1970, Off-Broadway which opened in 1997, Broadway which opened in 2010, West End which opened in 2017 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2018.
What awards has Promises, Promises been nominated for?
Promises, Promises has been nominated for the Ned Sherrin Award for Best Musical at the Evening Standard Awards.
What awards has Promises, Promises won?
Promises, Promises has won the Ned Sherrin Award for Best Musical at the Evening Standard Awards.

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