Urinetown 2001 - Articles Page 15

Run Time:
2 hours and 10 minutes, with one intermission
Opened: September 20, 2001
Closing: January 18, 2004

Urinetown - 2001 - Broadway History , Info & More

Set in a Gotham-like city overwrought by ecological disaster, Urinetown: The Musical is a tale of greed, corruption, love, and revolution in a time when water is worth its very weight in gold. A depletion of the earth?s water supply has led to a government-enforced ban on private toilets. The privilege to pee is regulated by a single, malevolent corporation, which profits by charging admission for one of mankind?s most basic needs. Urinetown is directed by John Rando, with musical staging by John Carrafa, and features book and lyrics by Greg Kotis, and music and lyrics by Mark Hollmann.



Urinetown won 2002 Tony Awards? for Best Score, Best Book of a Musical, and Best Direction of a Musical.

Urinetown - 2001 - Broadway Cast

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Victory Gardens Theatre's THE SNOW QUEEN Returns To Chicago 11/27-12/27
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 12, 2009


Hold on tight, because Victory Gardens Theater's smash hit winter musical The Snow Queen - conceived by Chicago folk music legend Michael Smith, Tony Award-winning director Frank Galati, and master puppeteer Blair Thomas & Co - is sledding back into town for her fourth season as Chicago's #1 alternative to traditional holiday fare.

HOW TO SUCCED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT EVEN TRYING Staged At California Center For The Arts Escondido 11/20
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 11, 2009


'How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying,' the Tony Award-winning Broadway play is being staged by Arts Off Broadway at the California Center for the Arts Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd. on November 20 (7:30pm), November 21 (2:30 & 7:30pm) and November 22 (2:30pm).

Victory Gardens Theatre's THE SNOW QUEEN Returns To Chicago 11/27-12/27
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 2, 2009


Hold on tight, because Victory Gardens Theater's smash hit winter musical The Snow Queen - conceived by Chicago folk music legend Michael Smith, Tony Award-winning director Frank Galati, and master puppeteer Blair Thomas & Co - is sledding back into town for her fourth season as Chicago's #1 alternative to traditional holiday fare.

TPAC Presents LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE With Melissa Gilbert, Opens 10/27
by BWW News Desk - Oct 27, 2009


LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE, a new musical based on the beloved Laura Ingalls Wilder series of classic American books, will open October 27, 2009 at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center as part of the HCA/TriStar Broadway at TPAC series.

Foster, Brescia, Gertner And Wetherhead To Star In Roundabout's ORDINARY DAYS, Runs 10/2-12/13
by BWW News Desk - Oct 25, 2009


Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) is pleased to announce the full cast for Ordinary Days, a new musical with Music & Lyrics by Adam Gwon, directed by Marc Bruni. Ordinary Days will feature Lisa Brescia as 'Claire,' Hunter Foster as 'Jason,' Jared Gertner as 'Warren' and Kate Wetherhead as 'Deb.' This production marks the first musical presented in the Black Box Theatre.

Red Branch Theatre Company Presents SEUSSICAL, THE MUSICAL Runs Thru 10/24
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2009


Based on the beloved characters and stories of Dr. Seuss, Seussical the Musical follows the adventures of Horton, an elephant who one day hears voices coming from a speck of dust. This musical incorporates elements from at least 15 Dr.Seuss books and includes appearances by many of his most famous characters.

LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE Sweeps into The Fabulous Fox Theatre, St Louis, 10/24
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2009


LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE, a new musical based on the beloved Laura Ingalls Wilder series of classic American books, will arrive on November 24 at the Fox Theatre in St. Louis, Missouri. Melissa Gilbert, who rose to fame as a child playing ‘Laura' in the hugely successful NBC television series 'Little House on the Prairie' during the 1970's, now continues her legacy ‘on the prairie' by taking on the role of Ma. LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE will also star Steve Blanchard as Pa and Kara Lindsay as Laura. Tickets for the St. Louis engagement of LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE are on sale now. Tickets may be purchased by calling 314-534-1111, online at www.metrotix.com, or by visiting the Fox Theatre box office.

Photo Flash: Alley Theatre Presents GRUESOME PLAYGROUND INJURIES
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 21, 2009


The world premiere of Rajiv Joseph's (Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo) Gruesome Playground Injuries features Selma Blair (Hellboy, Hellboy 2: The Golden Army, Storytelling, Legally Blonde, NBC's Kath & Kim) playing Kayleen and Brad Fleischer (Center Theatre Group's premiere of Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo, Broadway's Coram Boy, Off Broadway's Streamers) playing Doug.

Louise Pitre To Star In Toronto's 'THE TOXIC AVENGER', Previews Begin 10/20
by BWW News Desk - Oct 20, 2009


Dancap Productions Inc. has announced the Canadian Premiere of THE TOXIC AVENGER, an eco-monster musical comedy based on the 1984 Lloyd Kaufman classic cult film. The Canadian production will take place at The Music Hall (998 seats) on Danforth Avenue, currently undergoing renovations to accommodate the show. Mamma Mia star and Tony Award nominee Louise Pitre will star in the production.

Louise Pitre To Star In Toronto's 'THE TOXIC AVENGER', Previews Begin 10/20
by BWW News Desk - Oct 20, 2009


Dancap Productions Inc. has announced the Canadian Premiere of THE TOXIC AVENGER, an eco-monster musical comedy based on the 1984 Lloyd Kaufman classic cult film. The Canadian production will take place at The Music Hall (998 seats) on Danforth Avenue, currently undergoing renovations to accommodate the show. Mamma Mia star and Tony Award nominee Louise Pitre will star in the production.

Louise Pitre To Star In Toronto's 'THE TOXIC AVENGER', Previews Begin 10/20
by BWW News Desk - Oct 20, 2009


Dancap Productions Inc. has announced the Canadian Premiere of THE TOXIC AVENGER, an eco-monster musical comedy based on the 1984 Lloyd Kaufman classic cult film. The Canadian production will take place at The Music Hall (998 seats) on Danforth Avenue, currently undergoing renovations to accommodate the show. Mamma Mia star and Tony Award nominee Louise Pitre will star in the production.

GRUESOME PLAYGROUND INJURIES With Selma Blair& Brad Fleischer Runs 10/16-11/15 At Alley Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Oct 18, 2009


The world premiere of Rajiv Joseph's (Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo) Gruesome Playground Injuries features Selma Blair (Hellboy, Hellboy 2: The Golden Army, Storytelling, Legally Blonde, NBC's Kath & Kim) playing Kayleen and Brad Fleischer (Center Theatre Group's premiere of Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo, Broadway's Coram Boy, Off Broadway's Streamers) playing Doug.

ATC Opens 25th Season With Chicago Premiere Of Hollmann & Kotis' YEAST NATION, Runs 9/10-10/18, Opens 9/17
by BWW News Desk - Oct 18, 2009


American Theater Company (ATC) kicks off its 25th season with the Chicago Premiere of Yeast Nation (the triumph of life) with music & lyrics by Mark Hollmann and book & lyrics by Greg Kotis. The production is directed by Artistic Director PJ Paparelli, with Musical Direction by Mark Elliott, and will run September 10 - October 18, 2009 at American Theater Company, 1909 W. Byron St, Chicago. An official opening is set for Thursday, September 17, 2009 at 7 PM.

Red Branch Theatre Company Presents SEUSSICAL, THE MUSICAL Runs Thru 10/24
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 12, 2009


Based on the beloved characters and stories of Dr. Seuss, Seussical the Musical follows the adventures of Horton, an elephant who one day hears voices coming from a speck of dust. This musical incorporates elements from at least 15 Dr.Seuss books and includes appearances by many of his most famous characters.

LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE Sweeps into The Fabulous Fox Theatre, St Louis, 10/24
by Jessica Lewis - Oct 7, 2009


LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE, a new musical based on the beloved Laura Ingalls Wilder series of classic American books, will arrive on November 24 at the Fox Theatre in St. Louis, Missouri. Melissa Gilbert, who rose to fame as a child playing ‘Laura' in the hugely successful NBC television series 'Little House on the Prairie' during the 1970's, now continues her legacy ‘on the prairie' by taking on the role of Ma. LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE will also star Steve Blanchard as Pa and Kara Lindsay as Laura. Tickets for the St. Louis engagement of LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE are on sale now. Tickets may be purchased by calling 314-534-1111, online at www.metrotix.com, or by visiting the Fox Theatre box office.

GRUESOME PLAYGROUND INJURIES With Selma Blair& Brad Fleischer Runs 10/16-11/15 At Alley Theatre
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 1, 2009


The world premiere of Rajiv Joseph's (Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo) Gruesome Playground Injuries features Selma Blair (Hellboy, Hellboy 2: The Golden Army, Storytelling, Legally Blonde, NBC's Kath & Kim) playing Kayleen and Brad Fleischer (Center Theatre Group's premiere of Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo, Broadway's Coram Boy, Off Broadway's Streamers) playing Doug.

Foster, Brescia, Gertner And Wetherhead To Star In Roundabout's ORDINARY DAYS, Runs 10/2-12/13
by BWW News Desk - Oct 2, 2009


Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) is pleased to announce the full cast for Ordinary Days, a new musical with Music & Lyrics by Adam Gwon, directed by Marc Bruni. Ordinary Days will feature Lisa Brescia as 'Claire,' Hunter Foster as 'Jason,' Jared Gertner as 'Warren' and Kate Wetherhead as 'Deb.' This production marks the first musical presented in the Black Box Theatre.

Cook, Williams, Kritzer and Arden Will Sing SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM for Roundabout Broadway Premiere
by Eddie Varley - Oct 1, 2009


Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) is proud to have Stephen Sondheim & James Lapine return to Studio 54 with Sondheim on Sondheim, a new original Broadway musical starring Barbara Cook, Vanessa Williams, Michael Arden & Leslie Kritzer. Music & lyrics are by Stephen Sondheim, conceived & directed by James Lapine. Sondheim on Sondheim will begin previews on March 19th, 2010 and open officially April 22nd, 2010 at Studio 54 on Broadway (254 West 54th Street). This will be a limited engagement through Sunday, June 13th, 2010.

Hensley And Oscar To Join Bart In 'YOUNG FRANK' Tour, Begins In Providence 9/29
by BWW News Desk - Sep 29, 2009


Broadway In Chicago is excited to announce Tony Award winners Roger Bart and Shuler Hensley will reprise the roles of Dr. Frederick Frankenstein and The Monster in the first national tour of The New Mel Brooks Musical Young Frankenstein. The Chicago engagement will play the Cadillac Palace Theatre for a limited six week engagement November 3 - December 13, 2009.

SESSIONS Celebrates 261 Performances At The Algonquin Theater 9/20
by BWW News Desk - Sep 20, 2009


On Sunday, September 20th, SESSIONS, the candid and witty musical about the everyday life of a New York therapist and his patients, celebrates its 261 performance at the Algonquin Theatre (123 East 24th Street), surpassing the 2001 Off-Broadway show 'Bat Boy.'

TPAC Presents LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE With Melissa Gilbert, Opens 10/27
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 17, 2009


LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE, a new musical based on the beloved Laura Ingalls Wilder series of classic American books, will open October 27, 2009 at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center as part of the HCA/TriStar Broadway at TPAC series.

ATC Opens 25th Season With Chicago Premiere Of Hollmann & Kotis' YEAST NATION, Runs 9/10-10/18, Opens 9/17
by BWW News Desk - Sep 17, 2009


American Theater Company (ATC) kicks off its 25th season with the Chicago Premiere of Yeast Nation (the triumph of life) with music & lyrics by Mark Hollmann and book & lyrics by Greg Kotis. The production is directed by Artistic Director PJ Paparelli, with Musical Direction by Mark Elliott, and will run September 10 - October 18, 2009 at American Theater Company, 1909 W. Byron St, Chicago. An official opening is set for Thursday, September 17, 2009 at 7 PM.

SESSIONS Celebrates 261 Performances At The Algonquin Theater 9/20
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 16, 2009


On Sunday, September 20th, SESSIONS, the candid and witty musical about the everyday life of a New York therapist and his patients, celebrates its 261 performance at the Algonquin Theatre (123 East 24th Street), surpassing the 2001 Off-Broadway show 'Bat Boy.'

Photo Coverage: THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES Celebrates Its One Year Anniversary
by Peter James Zielinski - Sep 15, 2009


On Monday, September 14th, The Marvelous Wonderettes celebrated its one-year anniversary in New York where it continues to run at Off-Broadway's Westside Theatre, upstairs (407 West 43rd Street). Written and directed by Roger Bean, The Marvelous Wonderettes features Kirsten Bracken, Misty Cotton, Christina DeCicco and Lindsay Mendez.

The Marvelous Wonderettes Celebrate One Year Of Magic
by BWW News Desk - Sep 14, 2009


On September 14th, The Marvelous Wonderettes? one-year anniversary will mark their 418th performance, surpassing the runs of landmark off-Broadway productions

Urinetown FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs in Urinetown and what's the order?
Too Much Exposition
Overture
Urinetown
It's a Privilege to Pee
Mr. Cladwell
Cop Song
Follow Your Heart
Look at the Sky
Don't Be the Bunny
Act One Finale
What is Urinetown?
Snuff That Girl
Run, Freedom, Run
Why Did I Listen to That Man?
Tell Her I Love Her
We're Not Sorry
We're Not Sorry-Reprise
I See a River

Other Productions of Urinetown

2001   Off-Broadway Original Off-Broadway Production
Off-Broadway
2001   Broadway Broadway Transfer
Broadway
2003   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
2004   Toronto Canadian Premiere
Toronto
2006   Chicago Chicago Production
Chicago
2014   West End West End Premiere Production
West End
2014   West End Apollo Theatre Transfer
West End
2025   Off-Broadway Encores! Concert Revival Production
Off-Broadway

Urinetown - 2001 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2002 Drama League Awards Distinguished Production of a Musical 0
2002 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical John Cullum
2002 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical Hunter Foster
2002 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Broadway Musical 0
2002 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Choreography John Carrafa
2002 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical John Rando
2002 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical Spencer Kayden
2002 Theatre World Awards Performance Spencer Kayden
2002 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Greg Kotis
2002 Tony Awards Best Choreography John Carrafa
2002 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical John Rando
2002 Tony Awards Best Musical Lauren Mitchell
2002 Tony Awards Best Musical TheaterDreams, Inc.
2002 Tony Awards Best Musical Dodger Theatricals
2002 Tony Awards Best Orchestrations Bruce Coughlin
2002 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Greg Kotis
2002 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Mark Hollmann
2002 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical John Cullum
2002 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Spencer Kayden
2002 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Jennifer Laura Thompson
2002 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Nancy Opel
2001 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical Greg Kotis
2001 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Choreography John Carrafa
2001 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director - Musical John Rando
2001 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical Jeff McCarthy
2001 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical Spencer Kayden
2001 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lyrics Mark Hollman
2001 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lyrics Greg Kotis
2001 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music Mark Hollman
2001 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Musical Urinetown
2001 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestrations Bruce Coughlin

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