The Freedom of the City 1999

Opened: July 8, 1999
Closing: July 18, 1999

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Denzel Washington & Jake Gyllenhaal to Star in OTHELLO on Broadway
by Joshua Wright - Mar 6, 2024


Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal will return to Broadway next season in a production of Othello directed by Kenny Leon. The production is set for an unspecified Shubert theatre.

The National & The War On Drugs Set The 'Zen Diagram Tour'
by Michael Major - Feb 26, 2024


GRAMMY-award winning rock bands The National and The War On Drugs announced their 2024 Zen Diagram Tour across North America, marking the first time the two bands have toured together. The tour also includes a show at the iconic Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. Special guest Lucius will be joining across all dates except Mexico City.

London Theatre Week - See over 50 Award-Winning Musicals and Plays with Tickets from £15, £25 or £35
by Team BWW - Feb 20, 2024


London Theatre Week is the West End’s biggest promotion, giving you the chance to see over 50 amazing award-winning musicals and stunning plays with tickets from £15, £25 or £35

Baryshnikov Arts to Present MERCE / MISHA / MORE_A Film Event Featuring Cunningham, Baryshnikov & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2024


As part of its new 2024 Spring Season, Baryshnikov Arts will present MERCE / MISHA / MORE_A Film Event, featuring Cunningham, Baryshnikov, Jacquelin Harris, Chalvar Monteiro and the Merce Cunningham Dance Company.

La MaMa Presents CANDIED CAMERA LIVE! The On-Stage Variety Show Celebrating The 30th Anniversary Of The 'Storied' Public Access TV Program
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 1, 2024


CANDIED CAMERA LIVE! at LA MAMA - Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the 'Storied' Public Access TV Program - opens tonight. Don't miss this on-stage variety show with special guests Michael Musto, Kevin Aviance, Lauren Ezersky, and Linda Simpson.

Orbital to Reissue Seminal 1991 Eponymous Debut, Known to Fans as 'The Green Album,' in April
by Michael Major - Jan 24, 2024


Originally released on September 30, 1991, 'The Green Album' contains landmark Orbital tracks including their breakthrough 1990 single 'Chime', and the evergreen comedown classic 'Belfast'. The comprehensive reissue package also includes early Orbital favourites like 'Satan' plus previously unavailable tracks.

Everything Coming to Max This February
by Michael Major - Jan 23, 2024


Max announces programming coming to the platform this February, including the debut of the twelfth and final season of HBO Original CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM (2/4). Check out the full list of everything coming to stream on Max in February!

Michael Musto, Kevin Aviance & More to Join CANDIED CAMERA LIVE! La MaMa
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2024


La MaMa will present “Candied Camera LIVE!” – Nora Burns’ tongue-in-chic variety show (think “The Comeback” meets Spinal Tap) with guests, monologues, a multi-media mix of video clips and, of course, go-go boys.

Broadway Shows Based on the Top 1000 Highest-Grossing Films
by Michael Major - Jan 21, 2024


Of all the films on IMDB's list of the 1000 highest-grossing movies of all time, 31 have been adapted into Broadway musicals. Check out a guide to each those musicals below, along with musicals that are in development or ones that have not yet made their way to Broadway.

Baryshnikov Arts Unveils 2024 Spring Performances Featuring Film, Dance, Music & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2024


Baryshnikov Arts announces its 2024 Spring Season featuring film, dance, music, visual art, opera, and puppetry. The season includes newly commissioned projects and will take place at the Jerome Robbins Theater in NYC.

La Mama to Present CANDIED CAMERA LIVE! - Created And Hosted By Nora Burns
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 10, 2024


LA MAMA will present “CANDIED CAMERA LIVE!” - a variety show celebrating the 30th anniversary of the 'Storied' public access TV program. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets!

What's New On Max This January 2024
by Michael Major - Dec 21, 2023


Find out what's new on Max this January, including the Debut of HBO Original “True Detective: Night Country” and Max Original “On the Roam,” New Seasons Of Max Original “Sort Of,' HBO Original “Real Time with Bill Maher,” And Adult Swim's “Rick and Morty,” And Debut of HBO Original Documentary “Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project.'

Apollo Chamber Players to Present Free 'Holiday Voyage' Program Benefiting Healthcare For The Homeless
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 6, 2023


Apollo Chamber Players presents 'Holiday Voyage,' a free annual concert celebrating religious pluralism as a means of fostering compassion and cultural harmony. All proceeds from the event will benefit Healthcare for the Homeless - Houston.

Taylor Swift Attends Beyoncé's RENAISSANCE Film Premiere in London
by Michael Major - Nov 30, 2023


Taylor Swift has arrived at Beyoncé's Renaissance film premiere in London. The arrival comes after Beyoncé attended the premiere of Swift's Eras Tour movie in October. Check out photos of Swift at the premiere now!

Robert Battle Resigns As Artistic Director Of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 16, 2023


The Board of Trustees of Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation today announced that Robert Battle, Artistic Director of Ailey since 2011, has informed them that he needs to focus on his health and has submitted his resignation.

SMOKE Jazz Club Unveils December Schedule Including Coltrane Festival And New Year's Eve Celebrations
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 2, 2023


World-Renowned Smoke Jazz Club ends the year with the 11th Annual Coltrane Festival 'Countdown 2024', New Year's Eve Celebration with Carla Cook, and more.

Video: DOPE Release Music Video For Their Version Of The Cure Classic 'Lovesong'
by Michael Major - Oct 4, 2023


Industrial metal mainstays DOPE have released a music video for their version of The Cure's classic 'Lovesong'. The song comes from the band's latest album Blood Money Part Zer0 that was released in February and was given away for free to fans. The video was directed by Dope mastermind Edsel Dope co-directed by longtime collaborator Matt Zane.

Jessica Lange, Jim Parsons, Celia Keenan-Bolger Will Lead Paula Vogel's MOTHER PLAY on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 6, 2023


The world premiere of MOTHER PLAY, written by Pulitzer Prize winner Paula Vogel and directed by Tina Landau is coming to Broadway. We have all the details on who will star in the new play!

Catch the Best of Broadway on Tour: A Guide to National Touring Shows Near You
by Stephi Wild - Aug 19, 2023


Hoping to catch a play or musical in the near future but can't make it to New York City? Look no further than BroadwayWorld's comprehensive guide to all of the current and upcoming touring productions!

Park Avenue Armory's Artists Studio Series Continues To Spotlight Legendary Collective AACM This Fall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 2, 2023


Discover the continuation of Park Avenue Armory's Artists Studio Series, shining a spotlight on the legendary collective AACM. Experience performances and premieres by Ge. Don't miss out on this fall's exciting lineup.

Video: Atmosphere Share 'Still Life' Video & Announce November Headline Tour
by Michael Major - Jul 18, 2023


Minneapolis hip-hop pioneers Atmosphere have shared a new video for their song “Still Life,” taken from their new album So Many Other Realities Exist Simultaneously (out now via Rhymesayers Entertainment) and featuring UK singer Murkage Dave. Watch the video below, directed by ZooDeVille, Slug & Rhymesayers Entertainment’s Siddiq.

Atmosphere Announce 'Sad Clown Bad Dub 2' Release & Share 'Body Pillow'
by Michael Major - Jun 22, 2023


Since its inception in 1999, the Sad Clown series has seen over a dozen iterations in numerous formats, including rare 4-track demos, live recordings, a DVD of behind-the-scenes tour footage, a mixtape, 7” vinyl singles and more. To this day, one of the earliest volumes – Sad Clown Bad Dub 2 – still remains one of the most celebrated installments.

311 Announce 30th Anniversary Edition of Debut Album 'Music'
by Michael Major - Jun 20, 2023


Music features singles “Freak Out,” “Do You Right” (peaked at #27 on Billboard’s Alternative Airplay chart), “Visit,” “My Stoney Baby” (featured in 2008’s Harold & Kumar Escape From Guantanamo Bay), and “Feels So Good.” The album was certified Gold by the RIAA in 1999 and peaked at #37 on the Billboard Heatseekers Albums chart.

YOGA WITH JILLIAN Limbers Up For The Edinburgh Fringe
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2023


Guaranteed to get the blood pumping and open your Chakras so you're ready for a day on the Fringe, Yoga with Jillian, a brand-new screwball comedy by Lia Romeo opens at the Pleasance on 2 August and promises to give your chuckle muscles a good workout.

Work by Camille A. Brown, Ronald K. Brown & More to be Presented as Part of Harlem Stage's 40th Anniversary Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 6, 2023


Harlem Stage has announced its 40th Anniversary Season, a celebration of the institution that has, since its founding, provided an indispensable platform to both emerging and established artists of color working in an array of forms.

The Freedom of the City FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Freedom of the City have there been?
The Freedom of the City has had 2 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1999 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2012.

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