Eleanor Bergstein News

Originally a low-budget film by a new studio and with no major stars (except Broadway legend Jerry Orbach in a supporting role), Dirty Dancing became a massive box office hit. As of 2009, it earned over $214 million worldwide.

Last night Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story on Stage welcomed its 5 millionth audience member across all its international productions, at the Aldwych Theatre London. Thirteen cities, across three continents have witnessed the stage sensation that has enjoyed standing ovations worldwide since its premiere in Sydney in 2004.

A new poll conducted by the Cinema Advertising Association has named the 1987 film Dirty Dancing the UK's Number One film of all time, beating off competition from Star Wars and The Lord Of The Rings.

The West Coast premiere of the international stage hit DIRTY DANCING - The Classic Story On Stage will play the Pantages Theatre for a limited engagement, opening Sunday May 10 and running seven weeks through June 28. There are three lower-priced previews on Friday, May 8 at 8p and Saturday, May 9 at 2PM& 8P. The official press opening is Sunday, May 10 at 6P.

DIRTY DANCING, The Classic Story on Stage by Eleanor Bergstein, was to have completed its Toronto engagement on March 29, 2009 after playing 74 weeks at the historic Royal Alexandra Theatre. But audiences want more, so the producers have scrambled to keep the show on stage for one more week to fulfill the demand. DIRTY DANCING will now close on April 5, 2009.

Producer David Mirvish announced on Sunday that the Toronto run of Dirty Dancing, the Classic Story on Stage was to end after 582 performances on March 29th. The show recouped its costs back in December and has been running at a profit since then, and Variety reports that the closing has as much to do with the soft economy as with the need to open the theatre for other upcoming Mirvish productions.

The West Coast premiere of the international stage hit DIRTY DANCING - The Classic Story On Stage will play the Pantages Theatre for a limited engagement, opening Sunday May 10 and running seven weeks through June 28. There are three lower-priced previews on Friday, May 8 at 8p and Saturday, May 9 at 2PM& 8P. The official press opening is Sunday, May 10 at 6P.

DIRTY DANCING, The Classic Story on Stage by Eleanor Bergstein, was to have completed its Toronto engagement on March 29, 2009 after playing 74 weeks at the historic Royal Alexandra Theatre. But audiences want more, so the producers have scrambled to keep the show on stage for one more week to fulfill the demand. DIRTY DANCING will now close on April 5, 2009.

The 2009 Festival of New American Musicals, a four-month musical theatre festival, will be held in April through July, 2009, throughout Southern California. Marcia Seligson, Bob Klein, and Linda Shusett are the Executive Producers of the second annual Festival.

Producer David Mirvish announced on Sunday that the Toronto run of Dirty Dancing, the Classic Story on Stage was to end after 582 performances on March 29th. The show recouped its costs back in December and has been running at a profit since then, and Variety reports that the closing has as much to do with the soft economy as with the need to open the theatre for other upcoming Mirvish productions.

The Boston Opera House is steamy and rockin' with a supercharged cast of 39, more visual effects than a George Lucas film, and an audience releasing 22 years of pent up lust

On Saturday 14 February 2009 the evening performance of Dirty Dancing will be dedicated to 95.8 Capital FM's Help a London Child charity, which offers support and opportunities as well as raising funds for disadvantaged and vulnerable children and young people in the capital. Hosting this special event will be 95.8 Capital FM's Drivetime presenter Greg Burns and the station's showbiz reporter Sam Mann. Tickets are on sale now! They are available from Ticketmaster 0844 847 2330 or online at www.DirtyDancingLondon.com. Greg Burns said, ?We're both honoured to be hosting such a special performance of Dirty Dancing in aid of Help a London Child. It's the perfect show to see on Valentine's Day and it's one that the men can enjoy too, whilst donating funds for a great cause.' Jacobsen Entertainment, the producers of Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage added, ?We are delighted to be supporting Help a London Child with our annual Valentine's Gala - an extremely worthwhile cause which is doing so much work for young people in the capital'. With this sensational production now in its third year in London, and with a brand new cast, the Valentine's Day Charity Gala will offer fans of Dirty Dancing the perfect opportunity to see this incredible show while also supporting Help a London Child. Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage has pledged a total of ?40,000 from ticket sales to Help a London Child, and every guest on the night will also receive an exclusive Valentine's Day gift bag!

Martin Harvey, the new Johnny Castle in the hit show Dirty Dancing, was today honoured with the acclaimed 'Spotlight Best Male Dancer Classical' Award at the prestigious Critics' Circle National Dance Awards 2009, held at Sadler's Wells Theatre. The Critics' award was in recognition of Martin's outstanding 11-year career at the Royal Ballet, dancing many of the great principal roles. Martin stunned the ballet world when he decided, last Summer, to take the unprecedented leap from classical ballet to the star acting role of Johnny Castle in the West End's hit show, 'Dirty Dancing ? the classic story on stage' at the Aldwych Theatre.

On Saturday 14 February 2009 the evening performance of Dirty Dancing will be dedicated to 95.8 Capital FM's Help a London Child charity, which offers support and opportunities as well as raising funds for disadvantaged and vulnerable children and young people in the capital. Hosting this special event will be 95.8 Capital FM's Drivetime presenter Greg Burns and the station's showbiz reporter Sam Mann. Tickets are on sale now! They are available from Ticketmaster 0844 847 2330 or online at www.DirtyDancingLondon.com. Greg Burns said, ?We're both honoured to be hosting such a special performance of Dirty Dancing in aid of Help a London Child. It's the perfect show to see on Valentine's Day and it's one that the men can enjoy too, whilst donating funds for a great cause.' Jacobsen Entertainment, the producers of Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage added, ?We are delighted to be supporting Help a London Child with our annual Valentine's Gala - an extremely worthwhile cause which is doing so much work for young people in the capital'. With this sensational production now in its third year in London, and with a brand new cast, the Valentine's Day Charity Gala will offer fans of Dirty Dancing the perfect opportunity to see this incredible show while also supporting Help a London Child. Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage has pledged a total of ?40,000 from ticket sales to Help a London Child, and every guest on the night will also receive an exclusive Valentine's Day gift bag!

Daily Variety is reporting that the international stage hit Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage could be making itself a home on Broadway at the Neil Simon Theatre after current resident Hairspray takes its final bow. While no official plans have been confirmed, inside word is that 'Dancing' looks to be eyeing the space for it's Rialto bow. There is no word on an exact date for a Broadway opening, but insiders predict a Fall 2009 start for the film to stage tuner.

The international stage hit Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage will make its Pre-Broadway East Coast premiere at the Boston Opera House for a limited engagement February 7 through March 15, 2009. Tickets go on sale to the public Sunday, October 5th at 10AM. For full ticketing information please go to the end of this release. Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage is part of the Lexus Boston Area Dealers Broadway Across America - Boston Series.

The international stage hit Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage will make its Pre-Broadway East Coast premiere at the Boston Opera House for a limited engagement February 7 through March 15, 2009. Tickets go on sale to the public Sunday, October 5th at 10AM. For full ticketing information please go to the end of this release. Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage is part of the Lexus Boston Area Dealers Broadway Across America - Boston Series.

The movie Dirty Dancing is a legendary entertainment phenomenon. And now American audiences can enjoy the European record-breaking live experience Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage and the Masterworks Broadway original cast recording, which will be released on Tuesday, September 30, 2008.

Producer Jacobsen Entertainment, in association with Lionsgate and Magic Hour Productions, of the international hit Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage is pleased to announce principal casting for the upcoming pre-Broadway U.S. premiere.

Producer Jacobsen Entertainment, in association with Lionsgate and Magic Hour Productions, of the international hit Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage is pleased to announce full casting for the upcoming pre-Broadway U.S. premiere.