Clark Gesner News

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The York Theatre Company (James Morgan, Producing Artistic Director; Evans Haile, Interim Executive Director), dedicated to the development of new musicals and the preservation of musical gems from the past, in association with Van Dean and Sister Productions, will present the hit musical You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown with book, music and lyrics by Clark Gesner and additional material by Andrew Lippa, directed by York's Associate Artistic Director Michael Unger with music direction by Eric Svejcar.  

Charles Schulz's beloved comic comes to life in Clark Gesner's classic musical, You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown. The whole gang is here: bossy Lucy is hopelessly in love with piano prodigy Schroeder who doesn't give her the time of day, perfectionist Sally is still mocking blanket-toting Linus, Snoopy is in the doghouse, and 'blockhead,' himself, Charlie Brown, is in rare form. Brief vignettes span the months from Valentine's Day to Beethoven Day, from wild optimism to utter despair. In this revised version, with additional music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa, the sweet, joyful innocence of the Peanuts gang is maintained, but a fresh insouciance and playfulness is revealed. Though considered a 'good man' by his friends, Charlie Brown can't seem to win the heart of the Little Red-Haired Girl, nor his friend Lucy, her crush, the piano-playing Schroeder. Meanwhile Snoopy and Linus daydream and the rest of the friends battle with kites, school, baseball and misunderstandings before finally coming to realize what makes them truly happy.

Today in 1999, You're A Good an Charlie Brown opened at the Ambassador Theatre, where it ran for 149 performances. A 1967 musical comedy with music and lyrics by Clark Gesner, the show is based on the characters created by cartoonist Charles M. Schulz in his comic strip Peanuts. THe 1999 revival featured new dialogue by Michael Mayer, who also directed, and additional songs and orchestration written by Andrew Lippa; choreography was by Jerry Mitchell. The cast featured Anthony Rapp, Kristin Chenoweth, and Roger Bart.

Everyone's favorite Cartoon comes to life in YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN on the Terrace Plaza Playhouse, tonight, December 31st 2015 - February 6th 2016, playing Monday, Friday and Saturday, with a special New Year's Eve opening night. Scroll down to meet the cast!

Everyone's favorite Cartoon comes to life in YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN on the Terrace Plaza Playhouse, December 31st 2015 - February 6th 2016, playing Monday, Friday and Saturday, with a special New Year's Eve opening night. Scroll down to meet the cast!

Princeton's Famous Triangle Club will present the world premiere of its brand new original musical-comedy extravaganza, Tropic Blunder, at McCarter Theatre, Friday and Saturday, November 13and 14 at 8:00 PM and Sunday, November 15 at 2:00 PM.

Princeton's Famous Triangle Club is proud to present the world premiere of its brand new original musical-comedy extravaganza, Tropic Blunder, at the Matthews Theatre Auditorium of the Tony Award-winning McCarter Theatre Center, located in Princeton, NJ. Shows will be held November 13-14 at 8:00 PM and November 15 at 2:00 PM.

Bernard has the perfect romantic evening planned for his mistress - or so he thinks. Hidden identities and outrageous infidelities are exposed in this hilarious French farce!

Bernard has the perfect romantic evening planned for his mistress - or so he thinks. Hidden identities and outrageous infidelities are exposed in this hilarious French farce!

On the heels of Bayou City Theatrics' wildly popular regional premiere of A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS in December, the Peanuts gang returns to The Kaleidoscope, tonight, October 10, through the 24th. Charles Schulz's beloved comic comes to life in Clark Gesner's classic musical, YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN.

On the heels of Bayou City Theatrics' wildly popular regional premiere of A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS in December, the Peanuts gang returns to The Kaleidoscope, October 10 through 24. Charles Schulz's beloved comic comes to life in Clark Gesner's classic musical, YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN.

With Labor Day in the rearview mirror, students all across the county are now diligently back to work on yet another school year. While students and teachers alike are back in their routines of homework and extracurriculars, BroadwayWorld's Jeff Walker and Matt Tamanini are focusing their monthly feature on the showtunes that celebrate the highs and lows of school and learning.

A school favorite comes to 54 Below!

This September, 54 BELOW presents an exciting lineup of the brightest talent from Broadway and beyond. Located just below the legendary Studio 54 at 254 West 54th Street.

This week at 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visitwww.54Below.com or call (646) 476-3551.

Happiness is... 54 Below Sings You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown! On September 2-3, 54 Below will present the Grammy-nominated music by Clark Gesner, with additional music from Andrew Lippa, in one sensational concert. Winner of the Drama Desk Award for Best Revival of a Musical, You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown brings fun and catchy music to the famous Peanuts gang comic strip we all know and love. Don't miss your favorite tunes such as 'My Blanket and Me,' 'Book Report,' 'Snoopy,' 'My New Philosophy,' 'Beethoven Day,' 'The Kite,' 'Suppertime,' and many more! Join Charlie, Snoopy, Lucy and the rest of the Peanuts gang for a fun and exciting evening at 54 Below!

Broadway's 40 theatres aren't the only places to catch performances from your favorite stars! Well after Broadway orchestras begin their overtures, ensemble members take their dance breaks, and performers belt out their eleven o'clock numbers, the party continues at various cabaret venues throughout New York City. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you some cabaret highlights for this week as picked by our theatre editors, including: Saturday Night Fever Reunion Concert; Anthony Rapp: Unplugged; 54 Sings You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown; Barrett Weed; and 54 Sings Guys and Dolls.

Happiness is… 54 Below Sings You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown! ON September 2-3, 54 Below will present the Grammy-nominated music by Clark Gesner, with additional music from Andrew Lippa, in one sensational concert. Winner of the Drama Desk Award for Best Revival of a Musical, You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown brings fun and catchy music to the famous Peanuts gang comic strip we all know and love. Don't miss your favorite tunes such as "My Blanket and Me," "Book Report," "Snoopy," "My New Philosophy," "Beethoven Day," "The Kite," "Suppertime," and many more! Join Charlie, Snoopy, Lucy and the rest of the Peanuts gang for a fun and exciting evening at 54 Below!

The Gallery Players in Park Slope are proud to announce new changes in their leadership by welcoming Justine McLaughlin as Managing Director and Mark Harborth as Artistic Director to helm their 49th Season. Both McLaughlin and Harborth have a long history with the organization in various roles including sitting on the Board of Directors.