The Big Life 2005 - Articles Page 5

Opened: May 23, 2005
Closing: October 01, 2005

The Big Life - 2005 - West End History , Info & More

Apollo Theatre
29 Shaftesbury Avenue London

On the Windrush over from the Caribbean to England, a pact is made by a group of men not to get involved with women for three years whilst they institute a regime of work and betterment. Each man's resolve is tested as one by one they fall prey to Cupid's arrow.

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Go Betty Go Release 'We Talk A Lot,' The Second Single Off Upcoming 'BLACK AND BLUE' EP; Stream The New Video
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 4, 2023


LA Latina punk trailblazers Go Betty Go have released 'We Talk A Lot,' the second single off their upcoming 'Black and Blue' EP. Stream the new video here!

Take That Reveal Title Track From Upcoming Album 'This Life'
by Michael Major - Nov 3, 2023


This Life is the third single from the album, following 'Windows' and 'Brand New Sun.' The band's legacy includes over 45 million records sold worldwide and 12 UK Number 1 hits. They recorded the album in iconic studios such as New York's Electric Lady Studios and Nashville's Historic RCA Studio A.

Coolidge Corner Theatre to Present 'Big Screen Debuts' Series Featuring Films by Renowned Auteurs
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 2, 2023


Explore the Coolidge Corner Theatre's 'Big Screen Debuts' series, featuring the first feature films of renowned directors such as The Coen Brothers, Sofia Coppola, Barry Jenkins, David Lynch, Christopher Nolan, and Satyajit Ray. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the early works of these iconic filmmakers at the newly-expanded Coolidge theater.

Joffrey Ballet Concert Group Reveals New Choreographers for Creative Movers Choreographic Initiative
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 2, 2023


The Joffrey Concert Group announces the selected choreographers for the Creative Movers Choreographic Initiative: Vernard Gilmore and Eryn Renee Young.

Full Cast and Team Set for MACBETH, Starring Ralph Fiennes and Indira Varma
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 31, 2023


Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced the location, cast, and creative team for the highly-anticipated spring production of Macbeth. Directed by STC Artistic Director Simon Godwin, Macbeth stars Tony and BAFTA Award-winner Ralph Fiennes and Olivier Award-winner Indira Varma as the leading lord and lady. Learn more about the location, cast, and creative team here!

Actors Theatre Of Indiana Unveils Entertainment Line-up For GREATEST HITS VOLUME 2
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 26, 2023


Actors Theatre of Indiana presents ATI's Greatest Hits Volume 2, featuring powerful performances and fan favorites from past shows like NUNSENSE, WORKING, CABARET, SWEENEY TODD, GODSPELL, FOREVER PLAID, and MY FAIR LADY.

SABBATH'S THEATER Extended Through Mid December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2023


Due to demand, The New Group has added two weeks for Sabbath’s Theater, adapted from the novel by Philip Roth by Ariel Levy and John Turturro.

Complete Cast Set for APPROPRIATE at Second Stage Theater Starring Elle Fanning, Sarah Paulson, Corey Stoll & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2023


The complete cast has been revealed for Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ APPROPRIATE, directed by Lila Neugebauer at Second Stage Theater. 

TheatreWorks Silicon Valley to Present THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2023


Offering a jocund, jocular, jolly treat for the holidays, TheatreWorks Silicon Valley is staging The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Learn how to purchase tickets!

JERSEY BOYS to Close in the West End After Three Years
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 16, 2023


The original Grammy, Tony and Olivier award-winning smash-hit musical, Jersey Boys, will close at the Trafalgar Theatre on 4 January 2024 after three hugely successful years in London’s West End.

Brooke Adams Joins MADWOMEN OF THE WEST Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 12, 2023


A cast change has been announced for the New York premiere of Madwomen of the West, a new comedy by Sandra Tsing Loh. Brooke Adams will join Caroline Aaron, Marilu Henner, and Melanie Mayron, under the direction of Thomas Caruso.

Brooke Adams To Join Caroline Aaron, Marilu Henner & Melanie Mayron In MADWOMEN OF THE WEST At Actors Temple Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 11, 2023


Brooke Adams is set to join Caroline Aaron, Marilu Henner, and Melanie Mayron in the new comedy 'Madwomen of the West' at Actors Temple Theater. Directed by Thomas Caruso, the Off-Broadway production starts performances on November 11th. Don't miss this hilarious and talented cast!

Interview: Jai Rodriguez of JAI RODRIGUEZ: A THOUSAND SWEET KISSES at 54 Below
by Michael Walters - Oct 10, 2023


The OG Queer Eye culture vulture returns to NY for an evening of song and romance.

40 Independent Cinemas Win Grants To Bring Science To The Movies
by Michael Major - Oct 5, 2023


40 independent cinemas have won grants to bring science to the movies through the nationwide Science on Screen® initiative. The grants, totaling $245,000, aim to promote scientific literacy through entertainment.

Tickets to A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL at the Ahmanson Theatre on Sale Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 4, 2023


Get your tickets now for A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL at the Ahmanson Theatre. Find out the dates and venue information for this holiday musical adaptation of the beloved movie. Don't miss out on this festive production!

Interview: Christine Lakin's Ever Revolving Around CINDY's THE DISCO BALL
by Gil Kaan - Oct 3, 2023


Last year’s Garry Marshall Theatre production of Cindy & The Disco Ball returns reincarnated as Cindy & The Disco Ball: The Musical opening October 7, 2023. Both Joseph Leo Bwarie and Christine Lakin reprise their co-directorial roles of this retro retelling of the classic Cinderella story. Christine managed to break away from rehearsal to answer a few of my queries.

Brian Thomas Abraham, Jennifer Apple & More to Star in THE BAND'S VISIT at The Huntington Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2023


Find out who will be starring in and behind the scenes of 'The Band's Visit,' the highly anticipated musical coming to the Huntington Theatre in Boston this November.

Brenda Edwards Will Direct UK and Ireland Tour of HAIRSPRAY in 2024/25
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2023


Brenda Edwards, who has previously played “Motormouth” Maybelle in three tours of Hairspray will join the creative team alongside Paul Kerryson to direct a new production of Hairspray which will embark on a major national UK and Ireland tour in 2024. Learn more about the tour here!

Full Cast Set for SPAMALOT on Broadway Starring Iglehart, Kritzer, Urie, Killam & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2023


Casting is complete for the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Comedy Monty Python’s Spamalot. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

International Contemporary Ensemble Collaborates With Tomomi Adachi For John Cage's JAPAN SERIES At Japan Society
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 28, 2023


​​​​​​​International Contemporary Ensemble collaborates with performer/composer/poet/visual artist Tomomi Adachi for a three-concert series titled John Cage's Japan celebrating John Cage's relationship with Japanese culture, presented by the Japan Society this season.

Brandon Michael Nase, Danyel Fulton & More to Star in PAC NYC's Inaugural Commissioned Production WATCH NIGHT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2023


The Perelman Performing Arts Center has revealed complete casting for Watch Night at the new performing arts center at the World Trade Center site in Lower Manhattan. 

Antoinette Crowe-Legacy, Hadi Tabbal & More to Star in THE WINTER'S TALE at Folger Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2023


Tickets are now on sale for The Winter’s Tale at Folger Theatre! The Winter's Tale is Shakespeare romance that takes audiences on an exhilarating journey, weaving together a series of complex relationships.

Taran Killam Will Play Lancelot in SPAMALOT; Alex Brightman To Succeed Him in 2024
by Joshua Wright - Sep 26, 2023


Taran Killam will join the Broadway company of Spamalot as Lancelot when the production begins previews on Broadway. He will remain with the company through January 9th, 2024 - at which time Alex Brightman will take over the role, reprising his run from the Kennedy Center production.

LA's Go Betty Go Are Back With Their First New Single in 8 Years
by Michael Major - Sep 25, 2023


Formed in 2000, in the suburbs of Glendale, California, they entered the LA scene when they were all teens. Go Betty Go is driven by Betty Cisneros’ big, roaring guitar, singer Nicolette Vilar’s soulful, siren call and the momentous urgency of Michelle Rangel’s bass and Aixa Vilar’s tumultuous drumming.

Hellenic Film Society USA to Present New York Greek Film Expo 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2023


Discover the best of Greek cinema at the New York Greek Film Expo 2023. This Greek film festival for all New Yorkers will showcase the latest films from Greece and feature a retrospective of acclaimed director Renos Haralambidis.

Other Productions of The Big Life

2004   London Fringe Original London Production
London Fringe
2005   West End West End Transfer
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The Big Life - 2005 West End Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2006 Olivier Awards Best New Musical Paul Joseph
2006 Olivier Awards Best Performance in a Supporting Role in a Musical Tameka Empson

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