Harold Thau

WHITE CHRISTMAS And More Set for Weston Theater Company Season 89
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2025

Weston Theater Company has announced a lineup of productions rooted in the spirit of Vermont. Performances will take place from June – October at Weston's beloved Walker Farm Theater.

Review: ALMOST HEAVEN at Castle Craig Players
by Sean Fallon - Mar 2, 2025

On Saturday, March 1st, I had the pleasure of seeing an extraordinary production of the musical ALMOST HEAVEN, featuring the music of John Denver, as performed by the Castle Craig Players at the Almira F. Stephan Memorial Playhouse in Meriden, CT. This is much more than a tribute concert. This is a theatrical presentation that includes some fascinating biographical information about John Denver’s life. The songs are sung by a highly talented six person cast featuring Kaite Corda, Mason Andrew, Timothy Barton, Bret Bisaillon, Em Kramm, and Sheri Sanders.  Orchestrations and vocal arrangements are by Jeff Waxman. The original concept is by Harold Thau. Director Ian Galligan, assisted by Jennifer Del Sole, and music director Marc Sokolson help bring the audience a show that is entertaining for the entire family! As someone who has been a fan of John Denver’s music since I was a very young child, I thoroughly enjoyed this production!

Castle Craig Players to Celebrate John Denver's Legacy With ALMOST HEAVEN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2025

The Castle Craig Players will continue their 2025 Season with ALMOST HEAVEN: Songs of John Denver, a heartwarming tribute to one of the most beloved folk music icons of all time. Learn how to purchase tickets.

SAFE HOME, World Premiere Co-Written By Tom Hanks, and More Announced for Shadowland Stages 2022 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2022

Shadowland Stages announces its joyful return with a wonderful seven-show season including musicals, dramas and rib-tickling comedies. The season is highlighted by two world premieres, including one co-written by Tom Hanks.

BWW Review: The REV Theatre Company Presents ALMOST HEAVEN, THE SONGS OF JOHN DENVER
by Natasha Ashley - Sep 14, 2021

The REV Theatre Company in Auburn, New York ends their 2021 summer season with Almost Heaven, The Songs of John Denver under the direction and choreography of Brett Smock. The title says it all, it is in fact over twenty songs by John Denver and others along with orchestrations and vocal arrangements by Jeff Waxman and original concept by Harold Thau.

The Group Rep Presents TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE This Month with Live Talk-Back with Mitch Albom
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 13, 2020

The Group Rep presents a pay-per-view staged production from the Lonny Chapman Theatre of TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE, written by Jeffrey Hatcher and Mitch Albom, from the book by Mitch Albom directed by L. Flint Esquerra, co-produced by Lloyd Pedersen and Gina Yates.   

Photo Flash: Chicago-Area Premiere Of ALMOST HEAVEN: JOHN DENVER'S AMERICA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2020

The Chicagoland premiere of Almost Heaven: John Denver's America opened Sunday night February 16 to an enthusiastic crowd. Theatre at the Center Artistic Director Linda Fortunato cast Shannon McEldowney, Steven Romero Schaeffer, Andrew Mueller, Sara Geist and Tommy Malouf in the musical revue Almost Heaven: John Denver's America to kick off its 30th Anniversary Season. The cast was joined on stage by musicians William Underwood, Malcolm Ruhl and Alison Tatum. Fortunato is the director and William Underwood is the music director. The now Jeff Recommended production continues through March 22.

VIDEO: Get A First Look At ALMOST HEAVEN at La Comedia Dinner Theatre?
by Alan Henry - Feb 6, 2019

ALMOST HEAVEN: The Songs of John Denver is bringing classic tunes to La Comedia Dinner Theatre in Dayton through February 17th, 2019.

Review Roundup: What Did Critics Think of ALMOST HEAVEN at La Comedia Dinner Theatre?
by Alan Henry - Feb 5, 2019

ALMOST HEAVEN: The Songs of John Denver is bringing classic tunes to La Comedia Dinner Theatre in Dayton through February 17th, 2019.

BWW Review: ALMOST HEAVEN: SONGS OF JOHN DENVER at La Comedia Dinner Theatre
by Jenni Cypher - Jan 25, 2019

Even if you are not a fan of John Denver or even if you don't know who he was, there is something for everyone at ALMOST HEAVEN: SONGS OF JOHN DENVER, running until February 17, 2019 at La Comedia Dinner Theatre.

John Denver Songs Tell Story in New Musical BACK HOME AGAIN
by Julie Musbach - Jan 8, 2017

The new musical Back Home Again, featuring songs by John Denver with book by Stewart F. Lane will have a limited run at The Lesher Center For The Arts from January 11-21.

Infinity Theatre to Present ALMOST HEAVEN: SONGS OF JOHN DENVER, 6/10-7/28
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 12, 2016

Fresh after producing the critically acclaimed Broadway revival of DAMES AT SEA, Infinity Theatre Company will return to Annapolis with the first show of their 2016 mainstage season, ALMOST HEAVEN: SONGS OF JOHN DENVER. Infinity's second mainstage show will be announced on April 4th.

BWW Reviews: TAKE ME HOME �" THE MUSIC & LIFE OF JOHN DENVER delights Denver fans in this moving tribute
by Jade Kops - Sep 1, 2014

The historic State Theatre in Sydney was filled with John Denver fans on Sunday night and they were not disappointed. New Zealander Bevan Gardiner recreates Denver's sound beautifully and even looks like the man he pays tribute to with blonde hair and western shirt. The show, produced with John Denver Management approval and support from Denver's personal manager and friend Harold Thau, is a mix of concert and documentary of Denver's life with projections of archival footage, voice over and live music.

Georgia Ensemble Theatre to Present ALMOST HEAVEN, JOHN DENVER'S AMERICA, 9/5-22
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 20, 2013

Georgia Ensemble Theatre (GET), North Fulton's only professional theatre company, will kick off its 2013-2014 season with a celebration of the music of America's beloved open-hearted troubadour, John Denver, with Almost Heaven, John Denver's America. With songs by John Denver and others, Orchestrations and Vocal Arrangements by Jeff Waxman, Original Concept by Harold Thau, and directed by GET Artistic Director Robert J. Farley, this foot-stomping musical runs September 5-22, 2013, at the Theatre's home, the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest Street, Roswell, GA. This production is generously sponsored by the The Mimms Company.

THE BEST MAN Recoups on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 27, 2012

Gore Vidal's THE BEST MAN, the critically-acclaimed revival about dirty tricks and double-dealing at a political convention, recoups its investment just as the 2012 Republican National Convention begins. The play will conclude its limited engagement at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street) right after the 2012 Democratic National Convention on Sunday, September 9, 2012.

Angela Lansbury Departs Gore Vidal's THE BEST MAN Today, July 22
by BWW News Desk - Jul 22, 2012

Tony Award winner Angela Lansbury leaves her role as Mrs. Sue-Ellen Gamadge in the Tony-nominated Broadway revival of Gore Vidal's THE BEST MAN today, July 22, 2012. Original cast members Candice Bergen, Eric McCormack and Kerry Butler also departed the production this month.