Da 1978

Opened: May 1, 1978
Closing: January 01, 1980

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Morosco Theatre
217 West 45th Street New York, NY

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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.

Rememoran A Gabriel García Márquez, El Gran Contador De Historias Noveladas
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2024


El 17 de abril se cumplirá el décimo aniversario del fallecimiento del escritor colombiano ganador del Premio Nobel de Literatura 1982, Gabriel García Márquez, quien vivió gran parte de su vida en México, donde escribió uno de sus más grandes éxitos: Cien años de soledad.

Review: San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Presents DRAG ME TO THE MOVIES! at Davies Symphony Hall
by Steve Murray - Mar 29, 2024


What did our critic think of SAN FRANCISCO GAY MEN’S CHORUS PRESENTS DRAG ME TO THE MOVIES! at Davies Symphony Hall?

Renowned Clarinetist Charles Neifich to Perform Recital at Manhattan School of Music
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 20, 2024


On March 27th, at 7:30PM, the renowned clarinetist Charles Neidich will perform a concert at Greenfield Hall of the Manhattan School of Music.

The Flamenco Festival Returns to Sadler's Wells in June
by Stephi Wild - Feb 22, 2024


The Flamenco Festival returns to Sadler’s Wells this summer for its 19th edition from Tuesday 4 – Saturday 15 June. This year’s festival features seven UK premieres and thrilling performances from flamenco luminaries, with a varied programme of dance performances and concerts. 

Review: San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Presents DRAG ME TO THE MOVIES! at Davies Symphony Hall
by Steve Murray - Jan 24, 2024


The San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus, the world’s premier queer chorus, heads to Hollywood and the silver screen with DRAG ME TO THE MOVIES!, a cinematic extravaganza that’s more dazzling than any Tinsel Town premiere. Featuring the 300-member San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus, under the baton of Artistic Director Jacob Stensberg, DRAG ME TO THE MOVIES! will premiere on Thursday, March 28 at 7:30 PM at Davies Symphony Hall (201 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco). Tickets are currently on sale at sfgmc.org.

EnsembleNewSRQ's NIGHT AND DAY to Feature World Premiere of a Commissioned Work and More
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 6, 2024


ensembleNEWSRQ (enSRQ), the innovative chamber music ensemble, will continue its eighth season with “Night and Day,” a program featuring five works, including a world premiere of Scott Lee's “Karst,” a work written for artistic directors Samantha Bennett and George Nickson.

What to Stream on Max This Holiday Season - Full List of Christmas Movies & TV Episodes
by Michael Major - Nov 21, 2023


In addition to celebrating the 20th anniversary of 'Elf” this season, viewers can enjoy the holiday spirit with films on Max including “A Christmas Story,” “Holiday Harmony,” “The Polar Express,” “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation,' discovery+ Original “A Christmas Open House,” OWN’s “A Chestnut Family Christmas,” and more.

Cast and Creative Team Set for Holiday Production of AS YOU LIKE IT at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 9, 2023


Shakespeare Theatre Company has revealed the cast and creative team for the holiday production of As You Like It, playing in STC's Harman Hall DEC 2 – 31.

Zoila Elizabeth Hernández Apráez Gana El Premio Bellas Artes De Cuento Infantil Juan De La Cabada 2023
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2023


Zoila Elizabeth Hernández Apráez wins the Bellas Artes de Cuento Infantil Juan de la Cabada 2023 with her book 'Mi amiga telepática' that explores complex and profound themes through children's narrative voices.

Ensemble Cast Revealed For THE WIZ Ahead of National Tour and Broadway Run
by Stephi Wild - Aug 2, 2023


The complete ensemble cast has been announced for the all-new production of the Tony Award-winning musical The Wiz! The casting comes in advance of the musical's national tour, which kicks off this fall before returning to Broadway in the Spring of 2024.

Kronos Quartet Marks 50th Anniversary With KRONOS FIVE DEACDES A Season-Long Celebration�¿
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 18, 2023


Kronos Performing Arts Association has announced KRONOS Five Decades, a year-long celebration of Kronos Quartet's 50th anniversary, July 2023 – June 2024. KRONOS Five Decades programming will encompass every aspect of the organization’s mission, including performance, commissioning, recording, education, and preservation.

Douglas Dunn + Dancers to Present GARDEN PARTY in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2023


After nine sold-out performances this past April, Garden Party, a collaborative work by choreographer Douglas Dunn, visual artist/designer Mimi Gross, and lighting designer Lauren Parrish, will return this fall.

Winners Announced for the 43rd Annual DORA AWARDS From Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 28, 2023


Tonight, the 43rd Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards ceremony and award presentation hosted by Craig Lauzon occurred at the TELUS Centre for Performance and Learning, Koerner Hall.

Photos: Go Inside the Tony Awards With Ariana DeBose, Alex Newell & More
by Michael Major - Jun 12, 2023


Take a look inside the CBS broadcasts and Pluto TV pre-show below, including photos of Bonnie Milligan, Ariana DeBose, J. Harrison Ghee, Jodie Comer, Alex Newell, Sara Bareilles, Josh Groban, and the casts of shows like Kimberly Akimbo, Some Like It Hot, Sweeney Todd, and more!

Who Will Win at the 2023 Tony Awards?
by Team BWW - Jun 9, 2023


Which Best Musical and Best Play nominees will take home the ultimate prize at the 2023 Tony Awards? We're breaking it down.

IN THE AMAZON WAREHOUSE PARKING LOT By Sarah Mantell Wins The 2023 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2023


The 2023 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has been awarded to U.S. playwright Sarah Mantell for their play In the Amazon Warehouse Parking Lot.  

Playwright Sarah Mantell Wins The 2023 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2023


The 2023 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has been awarded to U.S. playwright Sarah Mantell for their play In the Amazon Warehouse Parking Lot.

Recap the Recent Works of Thomas Kail
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2023


Thomas Kail is returning to Broadway to direct the new revival of Sweeney Todd, which is now in previews and officially opens on March 26. Here are just a few of his projects from the past decade, that you may or may not have known about!

The 2023 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize Names 10 Finalists Including Zadie Smith, Francisca Da Silveira & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 8, 2023


The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has announced 10 Finalists for its prestigious playwriting award, the oldest and largest international prize awarded to women+ playwrights.

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!

El Museo Nacional De San Carlos Abre Al Público La Exposición Pretérito En Tiempo Presente. La Guerra En El Siglo XX[I]
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 6, 2022


A partir de este miércoles 7 de diciembre en el Museo Nacional de San Carlos se abrirá al público la exposición Pretérito en tiempo presente. La guerra en el siglo XX[I], encaminada a hacer una reflexión que permita explorar múltiples expresiones derivadas de la experiencia de las guerras del mundo en el siglo XX. 

Teatro Lo Spazio presenta WORLD BUILDERS Dal 1 al 4 Dicembre
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 20, 2022


Associazione culturale ORIZZONTI ARTISTICI con il patrocinio di U.N.A.Sa.M – odv UNIONE NAZIONALE DELLE ASSOCIAZIONI PER LA SALUTE MENTALE presenta ANDREA LINTOZZI e SABRINA MARTINA in WORLD BUILDERS di JOHNNA ADAMS dal 1 al 4 dicembre 2022. Regia di RICCARDO D'ALESSANDRO. Scene e costumi di NICOLA CIVININI. Traduzione ENRICO LUTTMANN. TEATRO LO SPAZIO debutto nazionale.

HEAD OVER HEELS Will Make European Premiere in January 2023
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2022


The European première of Head Over Heels will take place the Hope Mill Theatre in Manchester next year. The production opens on 31 January 2023, with previews from 26 January, running until 4 March.

Jules Fisher and Jennifer Tipton to Receive Ming Cho Lee Award
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2022


The Henry Hewes Design Awards committee announced that legendary lighting designers Jules Fisher and Jennifer Tipton will each be honored with the Ming Cho Lee Award for Lifetime Achievement in Design, bestowed by the Henry Hewes Design Awards at the 58th annual event on October 24 in a livestream awards ceremony.

Da FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Da have there been?
Da has had 1 productions including Broadway which opened in 1978.
What Tony Awards has Da been nominated for?
Best Play , Best Direction of a Play for Melvin Bernhardt.
What Tony Awards has Da won?
Best Play, Best Direction of a Play for Melvin Bernhardt, .
What awards has Da been nominated for?
Da has been nominated for several awards, including Best Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards and the Outer Critics Circle Awards. It was also nominated for Best New Play at the Drama Desk Awards, with Hugh Leonard receiving the nomination. Melvin Bernhardt, the director of Da, was nominated for Outstanding Director - Play at the Drama Desk Awards and Best Director at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. Additionally, Richard Seer received a Performance nomination at the Theatre World Awards for his role in Da.
What awards has Da won?
Da has won several awards, including Best Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards and the Outer Critics Circle Awards. It also won the Best New Play award at the Drama Desk Awards for Hugh Leonard. Melvin Bernhardt, the director of Da, received the Outstanding Director - Play award at the Drama Desk Awards and the Best Director award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. Additionally, Richard Seer won the Performance award at the Theatre World Awards for his role in Da.

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