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Opened: March 29, 1981
Closing: March 13, 1983

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106 Boylston St. Boston, MA 02116

Based on the MGM film by Ring Lardner, Jr. and Michael Kanin

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Disco Groove All-Stars Mark the Resurgence of Boogie Fever 12/5 At OCPAC
by BWW News Desk - Dec 5, 2009


It's catching and it feels great - boogie fever! And bringing it to the Orange County Performing Arts Center's Segerstrom Hall audience on Saturday, December 5 at 7:30 p.m. will be the Disco Groove All-Stars, including the legendary Thelma Houston, Cheryl Lynn, Tavares, Maxine Nightingale and A Taste of Honey featuring Janice-Marie, all sharing one band for a seamless evening of top disco hits.

ROCK OF AGES Producers Lead Sundance Film Noms
by Jessica Lewis - Dec 3, 2009


Sundance Institute announced today the lineup of films selected to screen in the U.S. and World Cinema Dramatic and Documentary Competitions for the 2010 Sundance Film Festival. Matt Weaver & Scott Prisand, two of ROCK OF AGES' lead producers and co-owners of the LA-based Corner Store Entertainment, have two films in the top dramatic category at Sundance Film Festival. The films, which star a host of stage stars, are SYMPATHY FOR DELICIOUS (Mark Ruffalo, Laura Linney, Orlando Bloom and Juliette Lewis) and HESHER (Natalie Portman and Joseph Gordon Levitt).

TheatreWorks Presents West Coast Premiere of A CIVIL WAR CHRISTMAS 12/2-27
by BWW News Desk - Dec 2, 2009


TheatreWorks, the nationally acclaimed theatre of Silicon Valley presents a festive holiday offering, the West Coast premiere of A CIVIL WAR CHRISTMAS: AN AMERICAN MUSICAL CELEBRATION, by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Paula Vogel.

Marcy Heisler & Zina Goldrich Win 2009 Fred Ebb Award
by BWW News Desk - Nov 30, 2009


The Fred Ebb Foundation (Mitchell Bernard, Trustee) in association with the Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) will present the fifth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to Marcy Heisler and Zina Goldrich. The award, named in honor of the late award-winning lyricist Fred Ebb, will be presented by Eric Schaeffer of the Signature Theatre on Monday, November 30th from 6-8pm at a by-invitation-only ceremony in the Penthouse Lobby of The American Airlines Theater.

Piven Theatre Presents Two By Pinter: The Lover and The Collection Oct 10 - Nov 15
by BWW News Desk - Nov 15, 2009


Piven Theatre Workshop kicks off its 2009-10 season with Two by Pinter: The Lover and The Collection, directed by Artistic Director Emeritus Joyce Piven. The productions will run October 10 - November 15, 2009 at Piven Theatre Workshop, 927 Noyes Street in Evanston, IL.

Piven Theatre Oresents Two By Pinter: The Lover and The Collection Oct 10 - Nov 15
by BWW News Desk - Nov 15, 2009


Piven Theatre Workshop kicks off its 2009-10 season with Two by Pinter: The Lover and The Collection, directed by Artistic Director Emeritus Joyce Piven. The productions will run October 10 - November 15, 2009 at Piven Theatre Workshop, 927 Noyes Street in Evanston, IL.

Marcy Heisler & Zina Goldrich Win 2009 Fred Ebb Award
by Robert Diamond - Nov 5, 2009


The Fred Ebb Foundation (Mitchell Bernard, Trustee) in association with the Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) will present the fifth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to Marcy Heisler and Zina Goldrich. The award, named in honor of the late award-winning lyricist Fred Ebb, will be presented by Eric Schaeffer of the Signature Theatre on Monday, November 30th from 6-8pm at a by-invitation-only ceremony in the Penthouse Lobby of The American Airlines Theater.

Parsons Dance Presents REMEMBER ME At The Joyce Theater 2/2-2/14/2010
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 3, 2009


Parsons Dance presents REMEMBER ME, an all-new version of last season's collaboration with the lead vocalists of East Village Opera Company (EVOC), featuring the music of the acclaimed rock opera band at The Joyce Theater from February 2-14, 2010.

Patricia Racette To Sing Leading Soprano In Each Of The Three One-Act Operas in Puccini’s Trilogy IL TRITTICO
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 29, 2009


Patricia Racette is the first soprano since Teresa Stratas 20 years ago to sing all three leading soprano roles in Puccini's Il Trittico at the Met. Comprised of three one-act operas, Il Tabarro, Suor Angelica, and Gianni Schicchi, Il Trittico returns to the Met in the production by Jack O'Brien that was a popular and critical hit at its premiere in 2007.

TheatreWorks Presents West Coast Premiere of A CIVIL WAR CHRISTMAS Tonight, 12/2
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 27, 2009


TheatreWorks, the nationally acclaimed theatre of Silicon Valley presents a festive holiday offering, the West Coast premiere of A CIVIL WAR CHRISTMAS: AN AMERICAN MUSICAL CELEBRATION, by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Paula Vogel.

Go Behind The Scenes of THE BLONDE, THE BRUNETTE AND THE VENGEFUL REDHEAD At PNT 10/25
by BWW News Desk - Oct 25, 2009


Learn the creative process and get a glimpse behind the scenes of Performance Network Theatre's production of Robert Hewett's stunning one-woman show, THE BLONDE, THE BRUNETTE AND THE VENGEFUL REDHEAD on October 25, 2009 at 4:15pm, following the 2pm matinee performance.

PNT's THE BLONDE, THE BRUNETTE AND THE VENGEFUL REDHEAD Extends thru 11/1
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 21, 2009


Performance Network Theatre's smash hit THE BLONDE, THE BRUNETTE AND THE VENGEFUL REDHEAD is being extended for an additional four performances. The season opening drama will now run through Sunday, November 1st. Weekly performances are Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8pm, and Sunday at 2pm.

Full Casting Announced For Roundabout's BYE BYE BIRDIE, Starring Stamos And Gershon, Previews 9/10, Opens 10/15
by BWW News Desk - Oct 15, 2009


Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) presents the first new Broadway production of Bye Bye Birdie, after a 48 year absence, as the inaugural production of the new Henry Miller's Theatre (124 West 43rd Street) beginning Thursday, September 10th, 2009 with an official opening on Thursday, October 15th, 2009. This will be a limited engagement through January 10th, 2010.

Go Behind The Scenes of THE BLONDE, THE BRUNETTE AND THE VENGEFUL REDHEAD At PNT 10/25
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 13, 2009


Learn the creative process and get a glimpse behind the scenes of Performance Network Theatre's production of Robert Hewett's stunning one-woman show, THE BLONDE, THE BRUNETTE AND THE VENGEFUL REDHEAD on October 25, 2009 at 4:15pm, following the 2pm matinee performance.

Tickets On Sale for Performance Network Theatre's THE BLONDE, THE BRUNETTE AND THE VENGEFUL REDHEAD 9/11-10/11
by BWW News Desk - Oct 11, 2009


Performance Network Theatre announces that tickets are now on sale for its '09-10 season opener, THE BLONDE, THE BRUNETTE AND THE VENGEFUL REDHEAD. Actress Suzi Regan begins rehearsal for Robert Hewett's twisty one-woman show this week, directed by the Network's Artistic Director, David Wolber.

Piven Theatre Presents Two By Pinter: The Lover and The Collection Oct 10 - Nov 15
by BWW News Desk - Oct 10, 2009


Piven Theatre Workshop kicks off its 2009-10 season with Two by Pinter: The Lover and The Collection, directed by Artistic Director Emeritus Joyce Piven. The productions will run October 10 - November 15, 2009 at Piven Theatre Workshop, 927 Noyes Street in Evanston, IL.

Piven Theatre Oresents Two By Pinter: The Lover and The Collection Oct 10 - Nov 15
by BWW News Desk - Oct 10, 2009


Piven Theatre Workshop kicks off its 2009-10 season with Two by Pinter: The Lover and The Collection, directed by Artistic Director Emeritus Joyce Piven. The productions will run October 10 - November 15, 2009 at Piven Theatre Workshop, 927 Noyes Street in Evanston, IL.

Roundabout's Stamos and Gershon Led BYE BYE BIRDIE Announces Full Casting
by BWW News Desk - Oct 10, 2009


After a 48 year absence, Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) presents the first new Broadway production of Bye Bye Birdie as the inaugural production of the new Henry Miller's Theatre (124 West 43rd Street) beginning Thursday, September 10th, 2009 with an official opening on Thursday, October 15th, 2009. This will be a limited engagement through January 10th, 2010.

Disco Groove All-Stars Mark the Resurgence of Boogie Fever 12/5 At OCPAC
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 6, 2009


It's catching and it feels great - boogie fever! And bringing it to the Orange County Performing Arts Center's Segerstrom Hall audience on Saturday, December 5 at 7:30 p.m. will be the Disco Groove All-Stars, including the legendary Thelma Houston, Cheryl Lynn, Tavares, Maxine Nightingale and A Taste of Honey featuring Janice-Marie, all sharing one band for a seamless evening of top disco hits.

Piven Theatre Presents Two By Pinter: The Lover and The Collection Oct 10 - Nov 15
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 24, 2009


Piven Theatre Workshop kicks off its 2009-10 season with Two by Pinter: The Lover and The Collection, directed by Artistic Director Emeritus Joyce Piven. The productions will run October 10 - November 15, 2009 at Piven Theatre Workshop, 927 Noyes Street in Evanston, IL.

Tickets On Sale for Performance Network Theatre's THE BLONDE, THE BRUNETTE AND THE VENGEFUL REDHEAD 9/11-10/11
by BWW News Desk - Sep 11, 2009


Performance Network Theatre announces that tickets are now on sale for its '09-10 season opener, THE BLONDE, THE BRUNETTE AND THE VENGEFUL REDHEAD. Actress Suzi Regan begins rehearsal for Robert Hewett's twisty one-woman show this week, directed by the Network's Artistic Director, David Wolber.

Blickenstaff, Lewis, Murney & More Star In Signature's FIRST YOU DREAM Kander & Ebb Celebration 9/10-27
by BWW News Desk - Sep 10, 2009


The 2009 Regional Theatre Tony Award winning-Signature Theatre presents the world premiere theater event First You Dream': The Music of Kander & Ebb, September 10 through 27, 2009. A tribute to Broadway's most celebrated songwriting partnership - from Cabaret to Chicago to Curtains - Signature pulls out the stops with Broadway's Heidi Blickenstaff, James Clow, Norm Lewis, Julia Murney, Matthew Scott, and Eleasha Gamble and a 19-piece orchestra, plus staging and set design by Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer and choreography by Karma Camp.

Roundabout's BYE BYE BIRDIE Starts Full Rehearsals 7/28, Previews Begin 9/10
by BWW News Desk - Sep 10, 2009


After a 48 year absence, Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) presents the first new Broadway production of Bye Bye Birdie as the inaugural production of the new Henry Miller's Theatre (124 West 43rd Street) beginning Thursday, September 10th, 2009 with an official opening on Thursday, October 15th, 2009. This will be a limited engagement through January 10th, 2010.

Piven Theatre Oresents Two By Pinter: The Lover and The Collection Oct 10 - Nov 15
by Robert Diamond - Sep 8, 2009


Piven Theatre Workshop kicks off its 2009-10 season with Two by Pinter: The Lover and The Collection, directed by Artistic Director Emeritus Joyce Piven. The productions will run October 10 - November 15, 2009 at Piven Theatre Workshop, 927 Noyes Street in Evanston, IL.

Blickenstaff, Lewis, Murney & More Star In Signature's FIRST YOU DREAM Kander & Ebb Celebration 9/10-27
by Charlie Piane - Aug 26, 2009


The 2009 Regional Theatre Tony Award winning-Signature Theatre presents the world premiere theater event First You Dream': The Music of Kander & Ebb, September 10 through 27, 2009. A tribute to Broadway's most celebrated songwriting partnership - from Cabaret to Chicago to Curtains - Signature pulls out the stops with Broadway's Heidi Blickenstaff, James Clow, Norm Lewis, Julia Murney, Matthew Scott, and Eleasha Gamble and a 19-piece orchestra, plus staging and set design by Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer and choreography by Karma Camp.

Woman of the Year FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Woman of the Year have there been?
Woman of the Year has had 3 productions including Broadway which opened in 1981, Broadway which opened in 1981 and US Tour which opened in 1981.
What Tony Awards has Woman of the Year been nominated for?
Best Musical , , Best Book of a Musical for Peter StoneBest Direction of a Musical for Robert Moore and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for John Kander.
What Tony Awards has Woman of the Year won?
Best Book of a Musical for Peter Stone, Best Direction of a Musical for Robert Moore , Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for John Kander, .

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