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Opened: December 9, 1999
Closing: January 14, 2001

Swing! - 1999 - Broadway History , Info & More

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

A dance revue featuring swing music and dance to classic songs, new numbers, and choreography in a variety of regional styles.

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Marcus Goldhaber to Bring FREE & EASY: LIVIN' ON SWING STREET to 54 Below, 7/25
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 24, 2015


54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents MARCUS GOLDHABER in "FREE & EASY: LIVIN' ON SWING STREET" on SATURDAY, JULY 25 AT 9:30 p.m.

Lincoln Center Kicks Off MIDSUMMER NIGHT SWING Tomorrow in Damrosch Park
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 22, 2015


Tomorrow, June 23, Lincoln Center will celebrate the launch of Midsummer Night Swing's 27th season - dancing under the stars in Damrosch Park at Lincoln Center - with Jonathan Stout's All-Star Orchestra featuring Hilary Alexander.

Michael Feinstein's Big Band Swing Set for Los Angeles Arboretum Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jun 20, 2015


Michael Feinstein and the Pasadena POPS open their one of a kind, popular outdoor summer concert series with vocalists Marilyn Maye and Michael Andrew in BIG BAND SWING tonight, June 20th in a show sure to get all ages dancing in the aisles at the Los Angeles Arboretum.

Aurora Theatre Swing Nights Presents ROCK THE DEPOT CONCERT Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jun 18, 2015


Thrill to the music of the Big Band Era all the way to funk and rock classics of the 70s and 80s at Aurora Swing Nights: Rock the Depot concert tonight, June 18 at 8 p.m. A summertime tradition, this upbeat edition of the popular Swing Night concert series will feature a memorable array of rock 'n' roll songs that will allow every guest to groove to the beats of the past.

Danny Bacher Launches June 2015 Performances to Support SWING THAT MUSIC!
by BWW News Desk - Jun 16, 2015


Danny Bacher, celebrating the upcoming debut of his CD 'Swing That Music!', kicks off his June performances. Scroll down for details!

MusicalFare to Present the Return of SISTERS OF SWING: THE ANDREWS SISTERS MUSICAL
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 15, 2015


MusicalFare presents its summer production and the final show of its 25th Anniversary Season, SISTERS OF SWING: THE ANDREWS SISTERS MUSICAL, offering an insider's view into the personal and private lives of the most successful female group of all-time: the Andrews Sisters. Featuring all of their hit songs, including 'Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy,' 'Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree,' 'Bei Mir Bist du Schon' and many others, SISTERS OF SWING chronicles the Andrews Sisters lives, their successful pairings with other recording artists such as Bing Crosby & Danny Kaye, and the peaks and valleys of their showbiz careers.

Aurora Theatre Swing Nights to Present ROCK THE DEPOT CONCERT, 6/18
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 11, 2015


Thrill to the music of the Big Band Era all the way to funk and rock classics of the 70s and 80s at Aurora Swing Nights: Rock the Depot concert on Thursday, June 18 at 8 p.m. A summertime tradition, this upbeat edition of the popular Swing Night concert series will feature a memorable array of rock 'n' roll songs that will allow every guest to groove to the beats of the past.

SISTERS OF SWING Set for Stage Door Theatre, Now thru 7/12
by Carol Kassie - Jun 5, 2015


They sold over 75 million records, nine of them gold. They had more Top Ten hits than the Beatles or Elvis. Until the advent of The Supremes, The Andrews Sisters - Patty, Maxene, and Laverne - were the most imitated of all female singing groups; they are still one of the best-selling female vocal groups of all time.  Sisters of Swing, which will run from June 5th through July 12th at the Stage Door Theatre, details the fascinating journey of these three sisters from their early days in vaudeville through their success in 'the big time'. 

SISTERS OF SWING Set for Stage Door Theatre, 6/5-7/12
by Carol Kassie - May 27, 2015


They sold over 75 million records, nine of them gold. They had more Top Ten hits than the Beatles or Elvis. Until the advent of The Supremes, The Andrews Sisters - Patty, Maxene, and Laverne - were the most imitated of all female singing groups; they are still one of the best-selling female vocal groups of all time.  Sisters of Swing, which will run from June 5th through July 12th at the Stage Door Theatre, details the fascinating journey of these three sisters from their early days in vaudeville through their success in 'the big time'. 

BWW Blog: Jordan Grubb and Noah Plomgren of Goodspeed's GUYS & DOLLS - A Bushel And A SWING!
by Guest Blogger: GUYS & DOLLS - May 26, 2015


Runyonland Blog Post #3: A Bushel And A SWING!

Michael Feinstein's Big Band Swing Set for Los Angeles Arboretum, 6/20
by Tyler Peterson - May 26, 2015


Michael Feinstein and the Pasadena POPS open their one of a kind, popular outdoor summer concert series with vocalists Marilyn Maye and Michael Andrew in BIG BAND SWING on Saturday June 20th in a show sure to get all ages dancing in the aisles at the Los Angeles Arboretum.

The AC Ballet Closes The Season with CAUGHT UP IN THE SWING and PAPA & SINATRA, 5/23-24
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2015


As the curtain falls on their 32nd Season the Atlantic City Ballet will present two timely ballets as a fitting tribute to what has been an extraordinary season. Caught Up In The Swing pays tribute to Atlantic City's "good ole days". This comedic ballet, set in the 1920's, follows the antics of guests at a seashore resort. Originally created to celebrate the ballet's 30th Anniversary, Caught Up is a combination of classical ballet, physical comedy and music of that bygone era. "I thought it was only fitting to end our first season here in the city with Caught Up." says Ms. Papa. "When we first put it on the program, we never expected the city to go through such changes, but with everything this city has gone through this year and the way it's coming back, I thought paying homage to our namesake city would be a perfect way to end our first season back home." Rounding out the evening will be Papa & Sinatra: Their Way, a tribute to Frank Sinatra and his centennial year. "Ms. Papa creates around two new ballets a year so she's always looking for new ideas." says Alexandria Pieroni, the ballet's Managing Director. "When I saw it was Frank Sinatra's centennial year I knew we had to do a ballet using his music. Ms. Papa didn't need any convincing, she already knew what songs she wanted the moment I said it." The ballet will feature Sinatra's greatest hits and combined with Ms. Papa's choreography, it will sure to be a great ending to a great season. This 32nd season marks the first full season of the ballet being in Atlantic City. They moved into their rehearsal space in Boardwalk Hall in February of 2014, struck a deal with Claridge in April and were off and running by July. They performed 9 different ballets this season and including all their community outreach and In Studio performances presented over 50 performances. For a regional company, that's almost double the amount of performances normally done. At the end of this month the company will officially announce next season's line up. Their 33rd year will see some great ballets, events and some surprises. Audiences can see the final performances of Atlantic City Ballet's 32nd season, on May 23rd and 24th at The Claridge Hotel's Celebrity Theater.

SWING!, Marc Antoine, 'MENOPAUSE' and Straight No Chaser Set for the King Center
by BWW News Desk - May 7, 2015


The Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts has announced four fabulous new shows, including SWING! Marc Antoine, MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL and Straight No Chaser. Details below!

The AC Ballet Closes The Season with CAUGHT UP IN THE SWING and PAPA & SINATRA, 5/23-24
by BWW News Desk - May 5, 2015


As the curtain falls on their 32nd Season the Atlantic City Ballet will present two timely ballets as a fitting tribute to what has been an extraordinary season. Caught Up In The Swing pays tribute to Atlantic City's "good ole days". This comedic ballet, set in the 1920's, follows the antics of guests at a seashore resort. Originally created to celebrate the ballet's 30th Anniversary, Caught Up is a combination of classical ballet, physical comedy and music of that bygone era. "I thought it was only fitting to end our first season here in the city with Caught Up." says Ms. Papa. "When we first put it on the program, we never expected the city to go through such changes, but with everything this city has gone through this year and the way it's coming back, I thought paying homage to our namesake city would be a perfect way to end our first season back home." Rounding out the evening will be Papa & Sinatra: Their Way, a tribute to Frank Sinatra and his centennial year. "Ms. Papa creates around two new ballets a year so she's always looking for new ideas." says Alexandria Pieroni, the ballet's Managing Director. "When I saw it was Frank Sinatra's centennial year I knew we had to do a ballet using his music. Ms. Papa didn't need any convincing, she already knew what songs she wanted the moment I said it." The ballet will feature Sinatra's greatest hits and combined with Ms. Papa's choreography, it will sure to be a great ending to a great season. This 32nd season marks the first full season of the ballet being in Atlantic City. They moved into their rehearsal space in Boardwalk Hall in February of 2014, struck a deal with Claridge in April and were off and running by July. They performed 9 different ballets this season and including all their community outreach and In Studio performances presented over 50 performances. For a regional company, that's almost double the amount of performances normally done. At the end of this month the company will officially announce next season's line up. Their 33rd year will see some great ballets, events and some surprises. Audiences can see the final performances of Atlantic City Ballet's 32nd season, on May 23rd and 24th at The Claridge Hotel's Celebrity Theater.

BWW Reviews: The 2015 Kennedy Center Spring Gala - 'It Don't Mean a Thing...A Celebration of Swing' Performance
by Benjamin Reiser - May 4, 2015


In its 23rd incarnation, the Kennedy Center Spring Gala was a triumph. This year's edition of the Gala — titled “It Don't Mean a Thing…” — paid homage to the big-band music, extraordinary tunes, and iconic dancing of the Swing Era.

Danny Bacher Announces June 2015 Performances to Support SWING THAT MUSIC!
by BWW News Desk - Apr 24, 2015


Danny Bacher, celebrating the upcoming debut of his CD 'Swing That Music!', has announced his June performances. Scroll down for details!

Aurora Theatre's Swing Nights Series Continues with SALUTE TO HOLLYWOOD Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Apr 16, 2015


Aurora Theatre springs into the season with the popular Aurora Swing Nights concert series with Salute to Hollywood tonight, April 16 at 8 p.m.

Jeremy Benton Directs SWEET SWING! Reading in New York 4/20
by Jeffrey Ellis - Apr 15, 2015


Broadway triple threat Jeremy Benton adds the role of 'developing director' to his already laudable resume when he stages an upcoming industry reading of the new musical, Sweet Swing!, in New York City next week. Benton directs and choreographs the six-person musical, which has book and music by Diane Tauser (Notre Dame de Paris and Stone Cold Beauty), and tells the real story of a wartime romance during World War Two.

Aurora Theatre's Swing Nights Series to Continue with SALUTE TO HOLLYWOOD, 4/16
by BWW News Desk - Apr 13, 2015


Aurora Theatre springs into the season with the popular Aurora Swing Nights concert series with Salute to Hollywood on Thursday, April 16 at 8 p.m.

DIRECTV Tunes Up Its Swing For 2015 Masters Tournament Coverage
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 1, 2015


Like a professional golfer fine-tuning their swing, DIRECTV has refined its “Masters Experience” for sports fans who want even more immersion in the game's signature event – the 2015 Masters Tournament.

BWW Interview: Galen J. Williams, Swing for MOTOWN THE MUSICAL
by Christine Swerczek - Mar 18, 2015


When I was asked to interview a cast member of "MOTOWN THE MUSICAL" currently on tour, I chose Galen J. Williams. I had two reasons. The first is that I had previously seen him performing in a Broadway Dreams Foundation show in Los Angeles and found him to be a captivating performer. The second is that I am intrigued by the demands of a swing. So I called Galen and spoke with him about MOTOWN and swings and Broadway dreaming.

Aurora Swing Nights Hosts 'My Jazzy Valentine' Concert Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 12, 2015


Aurora Theatre helps create the perfect Valentine's Day memory for any relationship with Aurora Theatre Swing Night presentation My Jazzy Valentine tonight, February 12 at 8 p.m. This special edition of the popular concert series will feature the Metro Jazz Club, a smoking hot 17-piece band performing an array of songs to get couples swinging with their sweetie this Valentine's Day.

Aurora Swing Nights to Host 'My Jazzy Valentine' Concert, 2/12
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 2, 2015


Aurora Theatre helps create the perfect Valentine's Day memory for any relationship with Aurora Theatre Swing Night presentation My Jazzy Valentine on Saturday, February 12 at 8 p.m. This special edition of the popular concert series will feature the Metro Jazz Club, a smoking hot 17-piece band performing an array of songs to get couples swinging with their sweetie this Valentine's Day.

THE SWING REVUE Plays FRINGE WORLD Festival 2015, Beginning Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jan 27, 2015


Perth's own scintillating songstress Jessie Gordon presents FRINGE WORLD favourite, The Darling Buds of May, with special guests in this explosion of feel-good jazz and swing!

Afrikaans Season in Full Swing with DIE ONGELOOFLIKE REIS VAN MAX EN LOLA at Baxter Theatre
by - Jan 26, 2015


The Baxter Theatre's Afrikaans season is in full swing, with the second of three productions, DIE ONGELOOFLIKE REIS VAN MAX EN LOLA, having opened last week. Two of the darlings of South African stage and television, Vinette Ebrahim and Chris van Niekerk, have teamed up to present a this dark comedy, which is currently running at the Baxter Golden Arrow Studio.

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Swing! - 1999 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2000 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Broadway Musical 0
2000 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Choreography Lynne Taylor-Corbett
2000 Theatre World Awards Performance Ann Hampton Callaway
2000 Theatre World Awards Performance Everett Bradley
2000 Tony Awards Best Choreography Lynne Taylor-Corbett
2000 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Lynne Taylor-Corbett
2000 Tony Awards Best Musical Libby Adler Mages
2000 Tony Awards Best Musical SFX
2000 Tony Awards Best Musical PACE Theatrical Group
2000 Tony Awards Best Musical James D. Stern
2000 Tony Awards Best Musical Douglas L. Meyer
2000 Tony Awards Best Musical Mari Glick
2000 Tony Awards Best Musical Jeslo Productions
2000 Tony Awards Best Musical Dede Harris
2000 Tony Awards Best Musical BB Promotion
2000 Tony Awards Best Musical Jujamcyn Theaters
2000 Tony Awards Best Musical Stanley Shopkorn
2000 Tony Awards Best Musical Lorie Cowen Levy
2000 Tony Awards Best Musical Tom Viertel
2000 Tony Awards Best Musical Steven Baruch
2000 Tony Awards Best Musical Richard Frankel
2000 Tony Awards Best Musical Marc Routh
2000 Tony Awards Best Orchestrations Harold Wheeler
2000 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Laura Benanti
2000 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Ann Hampton Callaway
1999 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Choreography Lynne Taylor-Corbett
1999 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding New Musical Swing!
1999 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestrations Harold Wheeler

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