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Opened: June 25, 1952

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Imperial Theatre (Broadway)
249 West 45th St. New York, NY

Based on the play Having Wonderful Time by Arthur Kober

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BWW Exclusive: Ruby Preston's STAGED- Special Excerpt!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 21, 2013


Author Ruby Preston returns with 'STAGED,' the sequel to the popular Broadway read 'SHOWBIZ,' exposing all the euphoria, heartbreak, and hijinks of the business of Broadway. Released by Dress Circle Publishing - the premier publisher of theater-themed novels - 'STAGED' will be available for purchase on Kindle and in paperback at Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble, and iBooks, following its official release March 12, 2013.

THE PINK FLOYD EXPERIENCE Live in Concert Comes to the State Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 13, 2013


Without question, Pink Floyd remains one of the most influential rock bands of all time. Their record-breaking status is legendary. Now, get ready for The Pink Floyd Experience live in concert, presenting Pink Floyd's Greatest Hits and Rarities. Complete with a dazzling new light show...full quadraphonic sound and six brilliant musicians singing all of Pink Floyd's classics including 'Wish You Were Here,' 'Time,' 'Another Brick in the Wall' and much more...live! Audiences are raving about this epic concert.

Berkeley Playhouse to Present GUYS & DOLLS, 3/21-4/28
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 12, 2013


Berkeley Playhouse continues its fifth season with the Tony Award-winning GUYS AND DOLLS. Jon Tracy (Berkeley Playhouse, Aurora Theatre Company, Shotgun Players, San Francisco Playhouse, Magic Theatre) helms this musical from the Golden Age of Broadway, featuring a cast of 22, and choreography by Chris Black (Berkeley Playhouse, Aurora Theatre Company). GUYS AND DOLLS plays March 21 through April 28 (Press opening: March 23) at the Julia Morgan Theatre in Berkeley. For tickets ($17-60) and more information, the public may visit berkeleyplayhouse.org or call 510-845-8542x351.

THE PINK FLOYD EXPERIENCE Live in Concert Comes to the State Theatre, 2/13
by BWW News Desk - Jan 25, 2013


Without question, Pink Floyd remains one of the most influential rock bands of all time. Their record-breaking status is legendary. Now, get ready for The Pink Floyd Experience live in concert, presenting Pink Floyd's Greatest Hits and Rarities. Complete with a dazzling new light show...full quadraphonic sound and six brilliant musicians singing all of Pink Floyd's classics including 'Wish You Were Here,' 'Time,' 'Another Brick in the Wall' and much more...live! Audiences are raving about this epic concert.

LaMaMa E.T.C. & Howl Arts Inc. Present Harold Rome's 1937 PINS AND NEEDLES, 10/27 - 28
by BWW News Desk - Oct 27, 2012


Mimi Stern-Wolfe's Downtown Music Productions will appear in a revival of Harold Rome's witty satire PINS AND NEEDLES, music direction by Stern-Wolfe, stage direction of Jonathan Cerullo. The revue will take place tonight, October 27th at 10 pm and October 28th at 5:30 pm in The Club at LaMaMa E.T.C.

LaMaMa E.T.C. & Howl Arts Inc. To Present Harold Rome's 1937 PINS AND NEEDLES, 10/27 - 28
by Patrick Nugent - Oct 11, 2012


Mimi Stern-Wolfe's Downtown Music Productions will appear in a revival of Harold Rome's witty satire PINS AND NEEDLES, music direction by Stern-Wolfe, stage direction of Jonathan Cerullo. The revue will take place on October 27th at 10 pm and October 28th at 5:30 pm in The Club at LaMaMa E.T.C.

THIS WEEK IN PICTURES: February 11-17
by BWW Special Coverage - Feb 17, 2012


Whether you've been living under a rock for the past week, or you're just in the mood for a recap of everything theatre, BroadwayWorld's feature, 'This Week in Pictures' is here to satisfy your end of the week fix. Take a look below to catch up on the latest happenings from the Great White Way to the West End (and everywhere in between) with coverage of press events, rehearsals, opening nights and more! For last week's biggest events: visit THIS WEEK IN PICTURES: February 4-10.

Downtown Music Productions and the HOWL Fest Present PINS AND NEEDLES
by BWW News Desk - Oct 14, 2011


Mimi Stern-Wolfe's Downtown Music Productions will appear in a revival of Harold Rome's witty satire 'Pins and Needles,' music direction by Stern-Wolfe and stage direction by Eleanor Reissa, October 14 & 15 at Theater 80 St. Mark's, as part of the HOWL Festival.

Downtown Music Productions and the HOWL Fest Present PINS AND NEEDLES
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 10, 2011


Mimi Stern-Wolfe's Downtown Music Productions will appear in a revival of Harold Rome's witty satire 'Pins and Needles,' music direction by Stern-Wolfe and stage direction by Eleanor Reissa, October 14 & 15 at Theater 80 St. Mark's, as part of the HOWL Festival.

Downtown Music Productions and the HOWL Fest Present PINS AND NEEDLES
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 16, 2011


Mimi Stern-Wolfe's Downtown Music Productions will appear in a revival of Harold Rome's witty satire 'Pins and Needles,' music direction by Stern-Wolfe and stage direction by Eleanor Reissa, October 14 & 15 at Theater 80 St. Mark's, as part of the HOWL Festival.

BWW Reviews: Oh, What a Night You'll Have at JERSEY BOYS at the Hippodrome
by Charles Shubow - Feb 8, 2011


Get your tickets now to see this entertaining musical based on the singing group 'The Four Seasons' which Ends Feb. 27, 2011.

TV: Kelli O'Hara Talks 'BELLS' with Phyllis Newman
by Jessica Lewis - Nov 16, 2010


Bells Are Ringing will open the Encores! 2010-11 season on November 18, 2010. With music by Jule Styne and book and lyrics by Betty Comden and Adolph Green, the production will run through 21, 2010 at New York City Center. Bells Are Ringing is directed and choreographed by Kathleen Marshall, features music direction by Rob Berman and stars Kelli O'Hara and Will Chase.

STAGE TUBE: Florence Henderson Waltzes to 'Edelweiss' DWTS
by Jessica Lewis - Oct 5, 2010


Last night, Broadway vet and the former Mrs. Brady, Florence Henderson, danced the Waltz to The Sound of Music tune 'Edelweiss' with partner Corky Ballas on ABC's Dancing With The Stars. Click below to watch her performance.

'First Ladies of Broadway' DVD with Jones & Henderson Now Available
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 11, 2010


Florence Henderson and Shirley Jones are featured on a newly released DVD, Florence Henderson & Shirley Jones: First Ladies of Broadway, which includes the ladies' early television performances on The Bell Telephone Hour. The DVD showcases their far-ranging talents in a vast collection of Broadway favorites. The program also includes solos by Broadway notables Jack Cassidy and Keith Andes, and duets with Gordon MacRae.

Jerry Herman, Virginia's Signature Theatre, Shirley Herz and Phyllis Newman Honored at the Tony Awards Telecast 6/7
by BWW News Desk - Jun 7, 2009


The Tony Administration Committee revealed the names of a quartet of honorees who are to be recognized in the four non-competitive Tony categories. Composer/lyricist Jerry Herman, Virginia's Signature Theatre, and longtime press agent Shirley Herz will be honored at the 63rd annual Tony Awards ceremony on June 7. Actress/writer Phyllis Newman will receive the newest Tony Award for her volunteer work as an advocate for women's health.

Jerry Herman, Virginia's Signature Theatre, Shirley Herz and Phyllis Newman Set for Honors at Tony Awards Telecast 6/7
by Eddie Varley - May 4, 2009


On Monday, May 5, the Tony Administration Committee revealed the names of a quartet of honorees who are to be recognized in the four non-competitive Tony categories. Composer/lyricist Jerry Herman, Virginia's Signature Theatre, and longtime press agent Shirley Herz will be honored at the 63rd annual Tony Awards ceremony on June 7. Actress/writer Phyllis Newman will receive the newest Tony Award for her volunteer work as an advocate for women's health.

Stage Door Records, New UK Record Co, Launches 4 Vintage Albums
by BWW News Desk - Jan 2, 2008


A new London-based recording company, Stage Door Records, celebrates its new label by launching four new remastered vintage albums: Wish You Were Here original Broadway cast recording, Pal Joey & On Your Toes original cast recordings (double-set), New Faces Of 1956 and Mrs. Patterson (two Broadway shows produced by Leonard Sillman in the 1950s), and Shirley Bassey - The Early Years.

Wish You Were Here FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Wish You Were Here have there been?
Wish You Were Here has had 7 productions including Broadway which opened in 1952, Broadway which opened in 1952, West End which opened in 1953, Off-Off-Broadway which opened in 1987, Off-Broadway which opened in 2000, Off-Broadway which opened in 2000 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2022.
What Tony Awards has Wish You Were Here been nominated for?
Best Stage Technician for Abe Kurnit.
What Tony Awards has Wish You Were Here won?
Best Stage Technician for Abe Kurnit, .

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