Options 1985

Opened: July 11, 1985
Closing: July 12, 1985

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Review: THE NERD Waxes Nostalgic at ALLEY THEATRE
by Brett Cullum - Mar 6, 2024


THE NERD is frankly still THE NERD, and the director, Brandon Weinbrenner, doesn’t reinvent much of anything. There’s nothing new or fresh, and the script is presented almost as if it would have run back in 1981. There is no discernable reason to remount this show save for the idea that it was fun back in the day.

Review: LAS HERMANAS PALACIOS (THE PALACIOS SISTERS) at GALA Hispanic Theatre
by Roger Catlin - Feb 6, 2024


The biggest drama at the GALA Hispanic Theatre this year didn’t happen on stage; it was the $250,000 that was stolen when its bank account was hacked and drained, threatening the long-serving Spanish-language performance space as its 50th anniversary approached.

& JULIET, SHUCKED, and More Set For Regions Bank Broadway in Atlanta's 2024/2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2024


Regions Bank Broadway in Atlanta has announced that the Atlanta premiere of the 2023 Tony Award® nominated & JULIET will anchor the 2024/2025 Regions Bank Broadway in Atlanta season at the Fox Theatre. Learn more about the full lineup here!

Industry Pro Newsletter: Baltimore Center Stage Announces Layoffs, League President's Abrupt Departure Raises Questions
by Alex Freeman - Jan 22, 2024


January is often a rough month in the theater industry - there are fewer shows running, audiences are reluctant to venture out into the winter weather, there is typically a slate of Broadway closings, and companies are taking stock of their financial situation following the closure of (typically) popular holiday productions.

Hospitality On The Beach Announces Lineup For 2024 With A.M.C, Sub Focus, Alix Perez, Camo & Krooked, Flava D And More
by Michael Major - Dec 1, 2023


Hospitality On The Beach will play out across four stages right by the Adriatic sea with some the scenes hottest artists including: A.M.C, Alix Perez, Camo & Krooked, DJ Marky, Fabio & Grooverider, Flava D, Kings Of The Rollers & Inja, Lens, LTJ Bukem, Metrik, P Money X Whiney, Sub Focus...and many more.

Princess Diana Engagement Photo, Audrey Hepburn's CHARADE Coat, and More Heading to Julien's Auctions
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 25, 2023


Find out what's headed to auction with “JULIEN'S AUCTIONS AND TCM PRESENT: HOLLYWOOD LEGENDS” taking place Thursday, December 14th, Friday, December 15th, Saturday, December 16th and Sunday, December 17th in Beverly Hills and online here!

Phoenix Chorale's New Christmas Album Drops This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2023


Get into the holiday spirit with Phoenix Chorale's latest Christmas album, featuring an enchanting collection of festive songs. Available for purchase on October 13th.

PHILADELPHIA BOUND? Fall Presents Over 120 Festivals, Block Parties, Shows, Charity Events and More
by Marina Kennedy - Sep 3, 2023


Are you bound for the Philadelphia area this fall.  There’s so much to see and do that our readers will like to know about. 

FringeArts Reveals 2023 Philadelphia Fringe Festival
by Stephi Wild - Aug 1, 2023


FringeArts has announced the full roster of programming for the 27th Annual Philadelphia Fringe Festival, a city-wide celebration of progressive, world-class art that expands the imagination and boldly defies expectations.

The Van Wezel Included on the Florida Trust for Historic Preservation's 'Florida's 11 To Save List'
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 30, 2023


The Florida Trust for Historic Preservation recently announced that the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall has been added to the 2023 Florida's 11 to Save, a list of the most threatened historic properties in the state. The initiative highlights endangered historic sites throughout Florida as nominated by the public and is an important step in advocating for their preservation.

The Cult Announces Western U.S. Fall Tour With Cold Cave Opening
by Michael Major - Jun 13, 2023


The Cult have announced a slate of Western U.S. tour dates for this Fall, with the iconic rock band trekking across the region following their Aftershock Festival performance. In addition, the band have also added a trio of July performances, including a July 14 slot at the Harley-Davidson Homecoming Festival.

THE STROLL Documentary Coming to HBO Following Sundance Debut
by Michael Major - Jun 5, 2023


THE STROLL, directed by Kristen Lovell and Zackary Drucker (HBO’s “The Lady and The Dale”). Reuniting her sisters to tell this essential New York story from their first-hand experiences, Kristen’s intimate narration and interviews bring an astonishing array of archival material of bygone New York from the 1970s through the early 2000s to life.

GODSPELL, CLUE, and More Set For Blackfriars 2023/24 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2023


Blackfriars Theatre has announced its 2023-2024 Season, commemorating 74 years of locally-produced theatre in downtown Rochester, NY! The 74th Season boasts a powerhouse line-up of entertaining and engaging stories, transporting audiences from pristine 18th century estates of French artistocrats to the seedy underground nightclubs of 1930s Germany.

MOULIN ROUGE!, COMPANY And More Announced For PNC Broadway In Columbus 2023/2024 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2023


PNC Broadway in Columbus and CAPA have announced the 2023-2024 Season headlined by the spectacular 10-time Tony Award-winning Moulin Rouge! The Musical.

FROZEN, MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL, COMPANY & More Set for 2023-2024 Broadway In Boston Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 1, 2023


Broadway In Boston has announced the Lexus 2023-2024 Broadway In Boston Season at the Citizens Bank Opera House and the Emerson Colonial Theatre, an Ambassador Theatre Group venue. 

Pluto TV Announces ROCKY Channel Airing Films 24/7 For Free
by Michael Major - Feb 28, 2023


ROCKY will enter the Pluto TV programming ring with an all-new, limited run channel - Pluto TV ROCKY.  Viewers will be able to grab a ringside seat to stream the ROCKY COLLECTION featuring ROCKY (1976), ROCKY II (1979), ROCKY III (1982), ROCKY IV (1985), ROCKY V (1990) and ROCKY BALBOA (2006) -  for free.

MAMMOTH FILM FESTIVAL Set For Takeoff March 2-6, 2023
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 31, 2023


Mammoth Film Festival  has emerged as one of the fastest growing festivals in the world. This year's edition takes place March 2-6, 2023 and is one of the most highly anticipated destination festivals on the calendar for filmmakers and film lovers globally. 

FUNNY GIRL, THE WIZ & More Set for Hippodrome Theatre 2023/2024 Broadway Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2023


The new 2023/2024 CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Hippodrome Broadway Series has been announced! The season features Moulin Rouge! The Musical, The Wiz, Funny Girl, and more. See how to purchase tickets!

SIX, BEETLEJUICE, MJ: THE MUSICAL & More Announced for Broadway in Cincinnati 23/24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2023


Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Cincinnati presented by TriHealth has announced a highly-anticipated season lineup of shows including previously announced SIX, along with new musicals BEETLEJUICE, MJ: THE MUSICAL, and more.

GOWAN Comes to Massey Hall Next Year
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2022


 Massey Hall will present the return of one of Canada's finest performers, Gowan to the legendary Allan Slaight Stage on Thursday, November 18, 2023.

92NY to Present Angela Hewitt & Orpheus Chamber Orchestra in a Program of Bach Keyboard Concertos
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 4, 2022


The 92nd Street Y will present Angela Hewitt, piano & Orpheus Chamber Orchestra play Bach, on November 17, 2022 at 7:30pm ET at the Kaufmann Concert Hall.

Ronald K. Brown's EVIDENCE, A Dance Company Returns To New Orleans For Two Special Performances November 4 & 5
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 3, 2022


The New Orleans Ballet Association (NOBA) and the NOCCA Foundation (NOCCA) proudly present the return of audience favorite Ronald K. Brown / EVIDENCE, A Dance Company (EVIDENCE) at the Freda Lupin Memorial Hall, NOCCA on November 4th and 5th at 7:30 p.m.

One Heart One Cure Cancer Awareness Concert Returns Live This Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2022


Joseph Macchia Events and Productions presents One Heart- One Cure, a benefit concert and an evening of tributes for Cancer Awareness on Oct. 17th at The Engelman Recital Hall, 55 Lexington Avenue in Manhattan (at Baruch college).

2023 Sundance Film Festival Reveals Ticketing Details, On-Sale Dates, Venues, and the Festival Platform
by Michael Major - Sep 20, 2022


The nonprofit Sundance Institute announced several key aspects of the 2023 Sundance Film Festival (January 19-29, 2023), including the launch of this year’s various ticketing details, on-sale dates, venues, and the Festival online platform. It’s never been easier to attend the Sundance Film Festival.

Odyssey Theatre to Present A DAY IN THE DEATH OF JOE EGG in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 30, 2022


Odyssey Theatre Ensemble will present a compelling revival of Nichols’ semi-autobiographical dark comedy, directed by Ethan Maniquis. Public previews begin October 5. Performances will continue through November 21 at the Odyssey’s three-theater complex in West L.A.

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What productions of Options have there been?
Options has had 1 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1985.

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