Brundibar 2006

Opened: May 7, 2006
Closing: May 21, 2007

Brundibar - 2006 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

New Victory Theatre
207 W. 42nd St. New York, NY 10036

Based on the libretto by Adolf Hoffmeister and Vaclava Klimenta Klicpery.

Aninku and Pepicek are a fatherless sister and brother. Their mother is ill, and the doctor tells them she needs milk to recover. But they have no money. They decide to sing in the marketplace, to raise the needed money. But the evil organ grinder Brundibar chases them away. However, with the help of a fearless sparrow, keen cat, and wise dog, and the children of the town, they are able to chase Brundibar away in turn, and sing in the market square.

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Brundibar FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Brundibar has had 2 productions including which opened in 2005 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2006.
Brundibar has been nominated for several awards. It was nominated for Outstanding Set Design of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards, with Kris Stone receiving the nomination. Additionally, Brundibar/But the Giraffe was nominated for Unique Theatrical Experience at the Drama Desk Awards.

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