The Secret Garden 1991 - Articles Page 13

Ages: 4+
Opened: April 25, 1991
Closing: January 03, 1993

The Secret Garden - 1991 - Broadway History , Info & More

St. James Theatre (Broadway)
246 West 44th St. New York, NY

Based on the novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett

Everyone will love this charming, upbeat musical adaptation of a literary classic. Mary Lennox is sent to live in England after her parents die in India. Misselthwaite Manor turns out to be a gloomy fortress. Her uncle is rarely home and his young son, Colin, never leaves his room, convinced he’s an incurable invalid. Mary discovers a strange walled garden that has been locked up for years. With the gardener’s apprentice, Dickon, a lad who can talk to the animals, Mary coaxes the garden back to life. The garden seems to have a wonderful, magical effect on all who come into it, allowing Mary to help restore Colin to health and a reunion with his father.

The Secret Garden - 1991 - Broadway Cast

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VIDEO: 'Homeland' Star Mandy Patinkin Visits COLBERT
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 13, 2012


Homeland star Mandy Patinkin stopped by the THE COLBERT REPORT on Comedy Central last night to discuss his hit Showtime series. Colbert grilled the actor on the issue of terrorism, and even asked the Broadway vet if his character ever feels like bursting out into lyrics from the classic musical Gypsy; 'Don't tell me not to live, just sit and putter.' Check out the interview below!

TV EXCLUSIVE: Anthony Warlow on Finally Making His Way to Broadway as 'Daddy Warbucks' in ANNIE; Show Opens TONIGHT on Broadway!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Nov 8, 2012


Australia's preeminent musical theatre and opera star Anthony Warlow is making his Broadway debut as billionaire Daddy Warbucks in the new production of ANNIE, currently in previews at the Palace Theatre. In this edition, Richard chats with Anthony about his legendary career Down Under, starring in LES MISERABLES, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, and so much more! Click below to watch the full interview!

Photo Flash: Leapin' Lizards! ANNIE Begins Previews Tonight - Meet the Cast
by Robert Diamond - Oct 3, 2012


ANNIE, the new production of the Tony Award-winning musical, went into rehearsal today in New York City with its full company. The production begins previews October 3, 2012 and opens November 8, 2012 at the Palace Theatre (Broadway at 47th Street). Meet the full cast below!

Mandy Patinkin Talks HOMELAND and Future Projects!
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 26, 2012


Broadway favorite Mandy Patinkin will be back on the small screen this year, as the will return to Showtime's 'Homeland' for the second season. Patinkin recently told the Telegraph that he is very thankful for the role. He revealed: "I'm in a constant state of gratitude. I don't quite understand why I have been given this gift. And I don't know what else I could wish for."

Sasha Allen, Daisy Eagan and More to Play Joe's Pub This Fall
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 23, 2012


Some of the biggest names on Broadway have graced the Joe's Pub stage. The tradition continues this month and into the fall when some of Broadway's finest vocalists and performers, including Sasha Allen and Ute Lemper, head downtown from the Great White Way to dazzle at Joe's.

Photo Flash: Meet the Full Cast of ANNIE, Now in Rehearsal!
by Meet the Cast - Aug 16, 2012


ANNIE, the new production of the Tony Award-winning musical, went into rehearsal today in New York City with its full company. The production begins previews October 3, 2012 and opens November 8, 2012 at the Palace Theatre (Broadway at 47th Street). Meet the full cast below!

Jill Paice & Ryan Silverman Will Lead REBECCA on Broadway at the Broadhurst This Fall
by Jessica Lewis - Jun 20, 2012


REBECCA, the new musical based on the classic novel by Daphne du Maurier novel, has found its male and female leads: Jill Paice will play the role of "I" and Ryan Silverman the role of "Maxim de Winter." REBECCA will open on Broadway Sunday, November 18 at The Broadhurst Theatre. Previews will begin Tuesday, October 30.

Mandy Patinkin to Narrate PBS's AMERICAN MASTERS JOFFREY, 12/28
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 18, 2012


Mandy Patinkin will narrate PBS's AMERICAN MASTERS JOFFREY BALLET on Friday December 28th at 9pm. The special will cover the story of the first quintessentially American dance company founded by Robert Joffrey and Gerald Arpino, who pioneered a new dance philosophy.

Australian Musical Theatre Star Anthony Warlow is 'Daddy Warbucks' in Broadway's New ANNIE
by Robert Diamond - Jun 3, 2012


Australia's preeminent musical theatre and opera star Anthony Warlow will make his Broadway debut as billionaire Daddy Warbucks in the new production of ANNIE, the Tony Award-winning classic musical. ANNIE opens November 8 at the Palace Theatre (1567 Broadway at 47th Street). Previews begin October 3. Warlow stars opposite two-time Tony Award-winner Katie Finneran as Miss Hannigan and 11-year-old Lilla Crawford (Billy Elliot) as Annie.

DID YOU KNOW...The Most Interesting Message Board Topics of the Week, May 12-18
by BWW - May 18, 2012


This week's topics: Least Recognizable Best Musical Winners, Movie to Musical Adaptations, alternates on recordings, Favorite Song from Smash, Secret Garden Revival, After Theater dining in NY, If Bombshell were an actual Broadway Musical...

BWW Reviews: HCTO’s THE SECRET GARDEN Richly Rewarding with Superb Talent
by Blair Howell - Apr 26, 2012


The Hale Center Theater Orem staging of "The Secret Garden" is a rewarding experience for theatergoers. All of the magnificence and charm of the 1991 Tony-winning adaptation of the beloved novel is fully displayed. Seated in the intimate, in-the-round theater, the emotional involvement of fellow audience members surrounding you is clearly seen.

STAGE TUBE: On This Day 4/25-THE SECRET GARDEN
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 25, 2012


Today in 1991, The Secret Garden opened at the St. James Theatre, where it ran for 709 performances.The Secret Garden is a musical based on the 1911 novel of the same name by Frances Hodgson Burnett. The musical's book and lyrics are by Marsha Norman, with music by Lucy Simon. Directed by Susan H. Schulman with choreography by Michael Lichtefeld, the cast featured Daisy Eagan, Mandy Patinkin, and Rebecca Luker. It won the 1991 Tony Awards for Best Book of a Musical, Best Featured Actress in a Musical (Daisy Eagan), and Best Scenic Design (Heidi Landesman).

OF MICE AND MEN Closes at People's Light
by BWW News Desk - Mar 25, 2012


People's Light & Theatre presents John Steinbeck's Of Mice and Men, running through March 25, 2012 on the Main Stage.

Jennifer Tilly, Melora Hardin & More Lead Roundabout's DON'T DRESS FOR DINNER this Spring; John Tillinger Helms
by Jessica Lewis - Feb 2, 2012


Roundabout Theatre Company in association with Damian Arnold, has announced casting for the Broadway premiere of Marc Camoletti's classic farce Don't Dress For Dinner, starring Ben Daniels as "Robert," Melora Hardin as "Jacqueline," Adam James as "Bernard" and Jennifer Tilly as "Suzanne" with Spencer Kayden as "Suzette." Don't Dress For Dinner is adapted by Robin Hawdon and directed by John Tillinger.

Monica Bell, Martin Kildare, and More Set to Perform in Utah Shakespeare Festival 2012
by Sally Henry Fuller - Jan 31, 2012


The Utah Shakespeare Festival recently announced the casting of the first ten actors for the 2012 season. All are familiar faces, having appeared at the Festival in the past.

OF MICE AND MEN Opens At People's Light 2/15
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 20, 2012


People's Light & Theatre will present John Steinbeck's Of Mice and Men, running February 15 - March 25, 2012 on the Main Stage.

Daisy Eagan Joins UnTucked and UnCensored January 1
by BWW News Desk - Jan 1, 2012


Tony Award winner Daisy Eagan will join nightlife performer Marti Gould Cummings on Sunday January 1st at 11pm for a special presentation of UnTucked and UnCensored.

TheatreWorks Presents THE SECRET GARDEN
by BWW News Desk - Dec 31, 2011


TheatreWorks, the nationally acclaimed theatre of Silicon Valley, will present the Tony Award-winning musical adaptation of THE SECRET GARDEN.

Daisy Eagan Joins UnTucked and UnCensored January 1
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 27, 2011


Tony Award winner Daisy Eagan will join nightlife performer Marti Gould Cummings on Sunday January 1st at 11pm for a special presentation of UnTucked and UnCensored.

FPAC Announces ’11-’12 Season; The Nutcracker, Annie To Be Performed
by BWW News Desk - Dec 17, 2011


The Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) has announced its 2011-2012 show season. Holiday favorites, a Tony-award-winning musical and a comic opera will be featured in the slate of productions.

TheatreWorks Presents THE SECRET GARDEN
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 2, 2011


TheatreWorks, the nationally acclaimed theatre of Silicon Valley, will present the Tony Award-winning musical adaptation of THE SECRET GARDEN.

STAGE TUBE: Mandy Patinkin Gets a Birthday Surprise at AN EVENING WITH PATTI AND MANDY's Curtain Call!
by Kelsey Denette - Nov 30, 2011


Today, Mandy Patinkin celebrated his 59th birthday, once again performing on the Great White Way in AN EVENING WITH PATTI LUPONE AND MANDY PATINKIN. Check out Patinkin's birthday surprise at the show's curtain call below!

AN EVENING WITH PATTI LUPONE AND MANDY PATINKIN Begins Performances Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Nov 16, 2011


Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin reunite on Broadway for AN EVENING WITH PATTI LUPONE AND MANDY PATINKIN. Two Broadway legends who first appeared together giving Tony Award winning performances in Evita, will bring their critically acclaimed theatre concert to the Barrymore Theatre (243 West 47th Street) for 63 performances only beginning today at 8pm through Friday, January 13. Opening night is set for Monday, November 21.

A HARD WALL AT HIGH SPEED, SECRET GARDEN et al. Set for APAC's 11th Season
by BWW News Desk - Nov 3, 2011


The Astoria Performing Arts Center (APAC), 2011 IT Award Nominee for last season's The Human Comedy, announces their 11th Season featuring Ashlin Halfnight's A Hard Wall at High Speed and the musical The Secret Garden. Reflecting on the past ten years and with an eagerness for the upcoming year, Artistic Director Tom Wojtunik says, 'I am thrilled that in our 11th Season APAC will be producing primarily new work, as we begin to move away from our acclaimed revival productions into an arena of premieres and workshops.'

REBECCA to Play Broadhurst Theatre Opening April 2012; Sierra Boggess Now Confirmed to Star!
by Robert Diamond - Nov 2, 2011


Producers Ben Sprecher, Louise Forlenza, The Shubert Organization, Peter Bezemes, Tony Fusco, Larry Feinman, Nanda Anand and Peter Bogyo by special arrangement with/and based on the Vereinigte Buhnen Wien GmbH production, announced that the new musical REBECCA, based on the classic novel by Daphne du Maurier novel, will open on Broadway Sunday, April 22 at The Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th Street). Previews will begin Tuesday, March 27. Sierra Boggess (The Little Mermaid, Love Never Dies, Master Class and as Christine in last month's 25th Anniversary Concert of The Phantom of the Opera in London) will play the lead role of 'I'. Additional casting will be announced in the coming weeks.

Other Productions of The Secret Garden

1991   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1995   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
2001   West End London Revival
West End
2005   New York New York Concert
New York
2017   Regional (US) 5th Avenue Theatre Revival
Regional (US)

The Secret Garden - 1991 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1991 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor - Musical Mandy Patinkin
1991 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical Marsha Norman
1991 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director - Musical Susan H. Schulman
1991 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical John Cameron
1991 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical Alison Frase
1991 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical Rebecca Luker
1991 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lighting Design Tharon Musser
1991 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lyrics Marsha Norman
1991 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music Lucy Simon
1991 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Musical The Secret Garden
1991 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Set Design Heidi Handesman
1991 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Lucy Simon
1991 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Marsha Norman
1991 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Actor - Musical Mandy Patinkin
1991 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Actress - Musical Daisy Eagan
1991 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Broadway Musical 0
1991 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Set, Costume and Lighting Design 0
1991 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Marsha Norman
1991 Tony Awards Best Costume Design Theoni V. Aldredge
1991 Tony Awards Best Musical Dodger Theatricals
1991 Tony Awards Best Musical TV Asahi
1991 Tony Awards Best Musical Jujamcyn Theaters
1991 Tony Awards Best Musical Frederic H. Mayerson
1991 Tony Awards Best Musical Elizabeth Williams
1991 Tony Awards Best Musical Rick Steiner
1991 Tony Awards Best Musical Heidi Landesman
1991 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Marsha Norman
1991 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Lucy Simon
1991 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Daisy Eagan
1991 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Alison Fraser
1991 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design Heidi Landesman

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