Dancin' 1978

Opened: March 27, 1978
Closing: June 27, 1982

Dancin' - 1978 - Broadway History , Info & More

Broadhurst Theatre (Broadway)
235 W. 44th St. New York, NY

Bob Fosse's DANCIN' is a masterful tribute to the art of movement featuring legendary choreography by Bob Fosse and a score of jazz, classical and pop songs! Fosse was one of the greatest and most influential figures in dance and theatre history, with works including Cabaret, Chicago, Sweet Charity and Pippin, as well as the recipient of two Tony Awards, three Emmys and an Academy Award®.



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Update: All Broadway Lights to Be Dimmed for Hinton Battle
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 2, 2024

On March 12, 2024, the Committee of Theatre Owners will dim all the lights of Broadway theatres in New York for one minute at exactly 6:45pm, in his honor.

Broadway Theatres Will Dim Lights in Memory of Hinton Battle
by Stephi Wild - Mar 1, 2024

The Broadway community will honor the memory of Hinton Battle on March 12 by dimming the lights of Broadway theatres.

March BIRTHDAY Feature and a QUIZ: Honoring Those Born in March
by Rob Lester - Mar 1, 2024

Let's march into March with a quiz about the music notables born in that month. Check out this BroadwayWorld quiz to see how much you know about them. A March Multiple Choice Quiz about our multiple birthday honorees.

Olivia Newton-John's 'Totally Hot' to Be Reissued For 45th Anniversary
by Michael Major - Nov 17, 2023

In celebration of Newton-John’s first-ever platinum-certified album’s 45th anniversary, Totally Hot returns to vinyl for the first time in decades in two different options, in addition to being made available on CD and on all major digital platforms.

Photos: 2023 BC/EFA Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction Raises Record-Breaking $1,237,179
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 2, 2023

Broadway’s Happy Place, filled with theatrical treasures, encounters with stars and exclusive auction experiences, welcomed legions of theater lovers from near and far as the Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction returned Sunday, October 1, 2023. See photos from the event below!

Olivia Newton-John's 'Totally Hot' Celebrates 45th Anniversary With a Return to Vinyl and CD
by Michael Major - Sep 22, 2023

MCA/UMe is set to release both vinyl and CD editions of Dame Olivia Newton-John’s smash-hit, tenth studio album, 1978’s Totally Hot, a record that further reinforced her status as a surefire international superstar. In celebration of Newton-John’s first-ever platinum-certified album’s 45th anniversary, Totally Hot returns to vinyl.

Ballet Tech's KIDS DANCE to Return to The Joyce This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2023

Ballet Tech’s Kids Dance will return to The Joyce Theater June 8-11 following an acclaimed production last year.

Broadway By Design: Bartelme, Jung, Grill & Ross Bring DANCIN' from Page to Stage
by Team BWW - May 10, 2023

We continue Broadway By Design with the creatives from Broadway's iconic celebration of dance, Bob Fosse's Dancin'- Costume Designers Reid Bartelme and Harriet Jung, Lighting Designer David Grill, and Video Designer Finn Ross.

BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN' Plays Final Performance on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - May 14, 2023

The Broadway revival of Bob Fosse's DANCIN' will play its final Broadway performance on Sunday, May 14, 2023, following 17 preview performances and 65 regular performances.

BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN' To Close On Broadway This Month
by A.A. Cristi - May 2, 2023

The Broadway revival of Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’ has announced its closing date.

BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN's Aydin Eyikan Takes Over Our Instagram for International Dance Day!
by Social Watch - Apr 29, 2023

Happy International Dance Day! Tune in to our Instagram story as Aydin Eyikan takes you behind the scenes of Bob Fosse's Dancin'.

Video: Wayne Cilento Unpacks His 50 Years Onstage and Bringing DANCIN' Back to Broadway
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Apr 24, 2023

50 years after making his Broadway debut in Irene, Wayne Cilento is lighting up Broadway again with his dazzling revival of Dancin'. Watch as he tells us all about how he brought this Fosse classic back to life for a new generation of theatre-goers.

Photos: Get a First Look at New Images of BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 11, 2023

Check out new photos of the cast of Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’ on Broadway!

Wake Up With BWW 3/29: HAMILTON in Manila, Plus a Message from Adrianna Hicks!
by - Mar 29, 2023

Top stories: Hamilton will make its Asian premiere in Manila, Adam James joins the cast of the Wicked film, plus watch a video message from Adrianna Hicks in honor of BroadwayWorld's 20th anniversary!

Video: DANCIN' Cast Performs 'Sing Sing Sing' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - Mar 28, 2023

The Broadway cast of DANCIN' performed 'Sing Sing Sing' on Good Morning America, marking their first televised performance. Dancin' is the first revival of Bob Fosse's 1978 revue. Now playing at the Music Box Theatre, DANCIN' delivers the quintessential Broadway experience for Fosse fans and first-timers. Watch the video of the performance now!

Review Roundup: Bob Fosse's DANCIN' Opens on Broadway!
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 19, 2023

The best of Broadway gathered tonight at the Music Box Theatre to celebrate the opening of Bob Fosse's DANCIN'. Read the reviews as they come in here!

Video: Watch Highlights from the Original Run of Bob Fosse's DANCIN'
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 18, 2023

Wanna be a dancin' man? You can live you wildest dancin' dreams this Broadway season at the Music Box Theatre. Bob Fosse's DANCIN' opens tomorrow and to celebrate we are flashing back to video highlights from the show's original run in 1978. 

BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN's Karli Dinardo Takes Over Our Instagram Today!
by Social Watch - Mar 11, 2023

Tune in to our Instagram story today as Karli Dinardo​​​​​​​ takes you behind the scenes of Bob Fosse's Dancin' on Broadway!

Museum Of Broadway Adds New Artifacts From THE MUSIC MAN, INTO THE WOODS, A STRANGE LOOP, and More
by Stephi Wild - Mar 7, 2023

Beginning today, guests visiting the Museum of Broadway can view several new artifacts from recently-closed Broadway shows. Learn more about what is now on display here!

Video: First Look at the Cast of BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN' Performing 'Dancin' Man'
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2023

Last night, March 2, Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’ returned to Broadway! To commemorate the first performance, the production has released a never-before-seen short film of the musical number, 'Dancin’ Man.' Check out the video here!

Photos: Get A First Look At The Cast Of Bob Fosse's DANCIN' On Broadway
by Show Highlights - Mar 2, 2023

Get a first look at Bob Fosse's DANCIN' ahead of its first preview tonight on Broadway with an official opening on Sunday, March 19 at the Music Box Theatre.

Listen: DANCIN' MAN: A FABULOUS INVALID PODCAST Launches With Nicole Fosse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 2, 2023

Listen to Nicole Fosse on the first episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast” ahead of previews beginning for Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’.

BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN' Announces Rush and Lottery Policies
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2023

Bob Fosse's DANCIN' has announced general and digital rush and digital lottery policies as previews begin this Thursday, March 2 at 8 PM at the Music Box Theatre (239 West 45th St.)

Video: Full Cast and Creative Team Announced for NEW YORK, NEW YORK; Plus Watch a New Trailer!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 1, 2023

The full cast and creative team has been announced for the brand new Kander & Ebb musical, NEW YORK, NEW YORK. Plus, check out a new trailer of the cast in action!

What Are the Longest Running Musicals That Haven't Been Revived (Yet)?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Feb 5, 2023

This month, the reader question was: 'What are the longest running musicals that haven't been revived?'

Dancin' FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Prologue (Hot August Night)
Crunchy Granola Suite
Mr. Bojangles
Chaconne
Percussion
Ionisation
I Wanna Be a Dancin' Man
Big Noise from Winnetka
If It Feels Good, Let It Ride
Easy
I've Got Them Feelin' Too Good Today Blues
Was Dog a Doughnut
Sing, Sing, Sing
Here You Come Again
Gary Owen
Under the Double Eagle
When Johnny Comes Marching Home
Rally Round the Flag
Pack Up Your Troubles in Your Old Kit Bag
Stars and Stripes Forever
Yankee Doodle Disco
Dancin'
Yankee Doodle Boy
Stout Hearted Men
Dixie
Dancin' has had 6 productions including Broadway which opened in 1978, Broadway which opened in 1978, US Tour which opened in 1979, West End which opened in 1983, Broadway which opened in 2011 and Broadway which opened in 2023.
Best Musical , , Best Choreography for Bob Fosse, Best Costume Design for Willa KimBest Direction of a Musical for Bob Fosse and Best Lighting Design for Jules Fisher .
Best Choreography for Bob Fosse, Best Costume Design for Willa Kim, Best Direction of a Musical for Bob Fosse, Best Lighting Design for Jules Fisher , .
Dancin' has been nominated for the Lighting Design category at The Hewes Awards for Jules Fisher.
Dancin' has won the Lighting Design award from The Hewes Awards for Jules Fisher.

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