This Beautiful City 2009

Opened: February 22, 2009
Closing: March 15, 2009

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Adam Guettel, Austin Pendleton and More Will Be Honored with Dramatists Guild Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 19, 2024


The Dramatists Guild previously announced that playwright Christopher Durang will receive a Lifetime Achievement award at this year’s ceremony. He will be joined by two additional recipients, George C. Wolfe and Emily Mann.

Making Space At The Armory Presents ANTAGONISMS: A GATHERING Symposium Led By Claudia Rankine
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 17, 2024


Join Claudia Rankine, Anna Deavere Smith, Homi Bhabha, Saidiya Hartman, and others for a series of conversations and performances exploring public and private discourse at the Armory's Antagonisms: A Gathering on June 1.

The International Festival Of Arts & Ideas To Include Compagnia De' Colombari 20th Anniversary Season And More
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 5, 2024


Compagnia de' Colombari is celebrating 20 years of generating spectacle, disrupting and reconstructing texts and spaces under the direction of Karin Coonrod with a robust Anniversary Season throughout 2024.

Miller Theatre Presents The Final Two Bach Series Concerts Curated By SIMONE DINNERSTEIN
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 29, 2024


Miller Theatre at Columbia University School of the Arts will present the final two concerts in its 2023-24 BACH series with pianist/curator Simone Dinnerstein.

Ghee, Hewitt & Boggess to Star in MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at Goodman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2024


Goodman Theatre has revealed the initial cast for Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Patti LuPone & More to Join Atlantic Theater Company 2024 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2024


Atlantic Theater Company will present their 2024 Gala on Monday, April 29, 2024 at The Plaza. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.

THE KITE RUNNER Returns to San Jose in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 21, 2024


The Kite Runner, a play with music based on Khaled Hosseini’s internationally bestselling novel, returns home to San Jose’s Hammer Theatre in two weeks.

Historic Deertrees Theatre Announces 88th Summer Entertainment Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2024


Historic Deertrees Theatre has announced its 88th season summer of events and entertainment. 

James Maddock and His Band Will Play Debonair Music Hall Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2024


Black Box Studios will present James Maddock & His Band on Friday, April 19th, 2024, 7:30PM at Debonair Music Hall.

Kauffman Center To Present Celtic Thunder This October
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2024


Experience the magic of Celtic music with CELTIC THUNDER at the Kauffman Center in Fall 2024.

Globus X A.D.A.M. Release Debut Album 'Unforgiven'
by Michael Major - Mar 15, 2024


Explore the cinematic debut album, UNFORGIVEN, by Globus x A.D.A.M., a unique blend of music and storytelling that promises to captivate listeners. The album features 11 tracks that tell the story and follow the journey of the anti-hero character, known as A.D.A.M., as he claws his way toward love and redemption.

Interview: Actor from Massachusetts David Benoit talks GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY
by R. Scott Reedy - Mar 12, 2024


When you’re considered to be one of the greatest songwriters ever, with a catalogue stretching back 60 years, it’s not surprising that you would want to put your music in proven hands when it’s time for Broadway.

LAB Theater Project Opens SYD This Week
by Stephi Wild - Feb 21, 2024


LAB Theater Project will present the first play of the 2024 season, SYD, by Craig Houk, opening on February 22. 

Miller Theatre To Presents 3-Part Bach Concert Series Curated By Simone Dinnerstein
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 20, 2024


Miller Theatre at Columbia University School of the Arts will present a series of three BACH concerts with pianist/curator Simone Dinnerstein. Concerts will take place at Miller Theatre (2960 Broadway at 116th Street). Tickets starting at $30.

Laguna Playhouse Presents A SHAYNA MAIDEL By Barbara Lebow This March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 20, 2024


Laguna Playhouse will present A Shayna Maidel, written by Barbara Lebow and directed by Laguna Playhouse Artistic Director David Ellenstein. A Shayna Maidel will begin previews on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 and run through Sunday, March 31, 2024 at the Laguna Playhouse.

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

90s Shoegaze Vanguards Majesty Crush Reissue 'Fan' EP
by Michael Major - Feb 20, 2024


Majesty Crush release a new accompanying visual for “Horse” from Fan, along with fresh intel on the single – bassist Hobey Echlin tells, “‘Horse' was written about a friend who was going through addiction in a way that was sympathetic and even empathetic. The music itself was pretty dark for us, bass riff dark churn.

Lyric Hammersmith Reveals 2024-25 Season, Including Revival of OUR COUNTRY'S GOOD and More!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 15, 2024


The Lyric Hammersmith Theatre has announced its new 2024/2025 season, featuring a revival of the Olivier Award-winning play Our Country’s Good. Learn more about the full season here!

The Brick Presbyterian Church Presents Organist Raymond Nagem In Recital
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2024


Brick Presbyterian Church presents organist Raymond Nagem in recital featuring the complete Organ Sonatas of Felix Mendelssohn. Don't miss this rare opportunity to hear all six sonatas played with drama and power on Brick Church's magnificent Casavant organ. Tickets available.

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.

The Standard Grill Hosts New Monthly Wine Dinner Series in Meatpacking
by Carissa Chesanek - Feb 12, 2024


The Standard Grill in New York City’s trendy Meatpacking district recently launched its brand new wine dinner series which kicked off at the end of January. On the last Wednesday of each month, the bustling American bistro welcomes 20 guests in its wine room located off the main dining room.

Alfie Boe, Killian Donnelly, Michael Ball & Bradley Jaden to Lead LES MISERABLES Arena Tour
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2024


Alfie Boe and Killian Donnelly will share the role of Jean Valjean and Michael Ball and Bradley Jaden will share the role of Javert in the UK, leading a cast and orchestra of over 65 in the forthcoming World Tour of LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR. Learn more about the tour here including more about the cast, tour dates and more!

Harry Christophers Returns For The First Time As Conductor Laureate To Lead The Handel And Haydn Society
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2024


Harry is back! The Handel and Haydn Society's beloved Artistic Director for more than a decade will return to lead the historic organization for the first time as Conductor Laureate. Christophers will take the baton as the orchestra and chorus perform works by Haydn, Mozart and H+H premieres from female composers Raffaella Aleotti (1570-1646) and Hildegard von Bingen (1098-1179).

Kristin Chenoweth-Led THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Will Have Pre-Broadway Run in Boston This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Feb 8, 2024


New Stephen Schwartz musical, The Queen of Versailles, starring Kristin Chenoweth, will have its pre-Broadway run in Boston this summer! Learn more about this new musical and find out when you can catch it here!

STEEL PANTHER Announce More 'ON THE PROWL WORLD TOUR 2024' Dates
by Michael Major - Feb 7, 2024


The band comprised of Michael Starr (Vocals), Satchel (Guitars), Stix Zadinia (Drums) and Spyder (Bass) will kick off the tour on April 18th in Omaha, NE and run through May 18th where it wraps up in San Antonio, TX. The 21-city trek will make stops in Denver, CO (April 19); Seattle, WA (April 27); Nashville, TN (May 8) and Austin, TX (May 17).

This Beautiful City FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of This Beautiful City have there been?
This Beautiful City has had 1 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 2009.
What awards has This Beautiful City been nominated for?
This Beautiful City has been nominated for several awards. It was nominated for Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards, with nominations for Steven Cosson and Jim Lewis. Additionally, it was nominated for Outstanding Musical at The Lortels, representing the Vineyard Theatre.

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