Violet 2019 - Articles Page 6

Ages: 15+
Opened: January 14, 2019
Closing: April 06, 2019

Violet - 2019 - West End History , Info & More

Charing Cross Theatre
The Arches Villiers Street London

VIOLET is a multi award-winning musical based on the short story The Ugliest Pilgrim by Doris Betts. Music by Jeanine Tesori (Tony Award winner for Best Original Score with Lisa Kron for the musical Fun Home, and Tony nominated scores for Caroline, Or Change, Shrek The Musical and Thoroughly Modern Millie), Book & Lyrics by Brian Crawley.

VIOLET premiered Off-Broadway and won the Drama Critics' Circle Award and Lucille Lortel Award as Best Musical, before a Broadway revival where it was nominated for four Tony Awards. This is the UK premiere.

1964. Somewhere between North Carolina and Oklahoma, we find Violet, a young woman who was facially disfigured as a child. She hopes her life savings will bring her a miracle halfway across the country. Reflecting on her childhood, and shaped by the reactions of the people she encounters, Violet embarks on a life-changing personal journey.


Violet - 2019 - West End Cast

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New York Stage and Film Announces Summer Season Featuring Josh Radnor, Lily Houghton, Anna Deavere Smith, and More
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2022


New York Stage and Film returns July 9-August 7 for five weeks of in-person programming in Poughkeepsie for their 2022 Summer Season.  For 38 years, NYSAF has operated as a vital incubator for artists and their work, a catalyst for stories that continue across the country and around the world.  All tickets are $25 and go on sale June 1.

Jury Revealed for Geena Davis' 8th Annual Bentonville Film Festival
by Marissa Tomeo - May 4, 2022


Today, The Bentonville Film Festival unveiled their distinguished Competition Jury, singularly dedicated to inclusive representation in media and entertainment. The festival, produced by the BFFoundation and chaired by Academy Award-winning Actor Geena Davis, will take place in-person June 22-26 and virtually June 22-July 3. The illustrious group of jurors is composed of award-winning producers, directors, actors and authors, including actor Yolonda Ross, film and television producer Bird Runningwater, actor Shohreh Aghdashloo, writer and filmmaker Justine Bateman, among others. The Festival is sponsored by Founding Partner, Walmart and Presenting Partner Coca-Cola. 

Christine Dwyer to Star as Mother in RAGTIME at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 2, 2022


This sweeping and stirring musical masterpiece paints a portrait of America at the dawn of the twentieth century, interweaving the lives of three families—an African American family, a Jewish Immigrant family, and a wealthy white family—finding their places and pursuing the American Dream in a rapidly changing world.

Steppenwolf Announces 2022/23 Season Featuring 4 World Premieres & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 19, 2022


Steppenwolf Theatre Company has announced the 2022/23 Season today. With six Steppenwolf Membership Series productions and two SYA productions, the 47th season is the storied company’s first full season in its expanded home—welcoming audiences back to experience the next chapter of Steppenwolf’s bold, visceral and muscular work.

W. Tré Davis, Tyler Fauntleroy & More to Star in TAMBO & BONES at Center Theatre Group
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2022


Casting has been announced for the World premiere production of Dave Harris’ new work, “Tambo & Bones,” coming to Los Angeles at the Center Theatre Group’s Kirk Douglas Theatre May 1 through May 29, 2022, opening May 8, 2022.

Blue Violet Release New Single 'Halo'
by Michael Major - Apr 15, 2022


Touching on a range of influences plucked from literature including the fabled river Styx from Greek mythology and Murakami’s novel ‘Hard Boiled Wonderland’ and even nods to Jim Henson’s ‘Labyrinth’, “Halo” deftly blends the real with the surreal and boasts Sam and Sarah Gotley’s breadth as writers. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates.

Tony Award Winner Paul Sand To Workshop THE PILOT WHO CRASHED THE PARTY At The Odyssey Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 5, 2022


Paul Sand Projects has announced that it will present a workshop production of THE PILOT WHO CRASHED THE PARTY: A Dangerous Satire in Two Acts, a new play written and directed by Tony and two-time Drama Desk Award winner Paul Sand.

Tessa Violet Debuts 'YES MOM' Single from Upcoming Album
by Michael Major - Feb 16, 2022


Tessa’s self-proclaimed dominance is expressed with this track already gaining major steam before its official release. Bolstered by a self-launched TikTok trend that has now amassed 63K+ unique TikTok creates with 350 million views on Tessa's creates alone, fans have been itching for the single drop and have even stopped her on the street. 

Limited Edition Release for Super Bowl: 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, Los Carneros 'THE RAM'
by Marina Kennedy - Feb 9, 2022


As the Los Angeles Rams prepare to take on the Cincinnati Bengals in their hometown this Sunday for Super Bowl LVI, Los Angeles-based winemaker Malek Amrani is celebrating the historic moment with the perfect wine. Meet The Vice Wine Napa Valley’s limited edition 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, Los Carneros 'The Ram” to mark the occasion. 

Museum of the Moving Image Announces Lineup for 11th Edition of First Look
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 7, 2022


Museum of the Moving Image has announced the complete lineup for the 11th edition of First Look, the Museum’s festival of new and innovative international cinema, which will take place in person March 16–20, 2022.

Maricel Soriano to Join Cast of Trans-Led Romcom RE-LIVE: A TALE OF AN AMERICAN ISLAND CHEERLEADER
by Marissa Tomeo - Jan 23, 2022


Maricel Soriano will be playing Thelma, the loving mother matriarch to Rowena and Rochelle, played by Rain Valdez and Rachel Leyco respectively, in the trans-led homecoming romcom Re-Live: A Tale Of An American Island Cheerleader, which is due to get underway in November in Hawai’i and Guam.

Meet the Cast of THE MUSIC MAN; Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2021


The Music Man officially begins previews tonight on Broadway! Meet the cast bringing the iconic musical back to the stage!

BWW Review: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at Gamm Theatre
by Jay Pateakos - Dec 1, 2021


IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY.....a perfect time for a perfect holiday performance

New Tickets On Sale For 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL in Sydney
by Stephi Wild - Nov 29, 2021


The countdown is on to the much anticipated Australian premiere of 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL, Dolly Parton's smash-hit West End musical, which will open in February at the Capitol Theatre, Sydney, followed by a limited season at the Lyric Theatre, QPAC, Brisbane from May.

December Concerts Announced At The Royal Conservatory Of Music
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2021


December concerts have been announced at The Royal Conservatory of Music. Get full details here.

Listen to Tracks from All Five Tony Nominees for Best Original Score
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 25, 2021


2020 proved to be an exceptional year for the Tony Awards and the nominees in the category of Best Original Score are equally exceptional. In a category usually dominated by musical scores, all five nominees in the category come from plays.

9 TO 5 Takes The Stage Tonight At The Barn Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 6, 2021


The Barn Theatre is inviting you to the feisty and outrageous 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL. Based on the 1980 hit Twentieth Century Fox film of the same name, it broke box office records and glass ceilings.  

Oregon Shakespeare Festival Announces O! Readings Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 26, 2021


Oregon Shakespeare Festival has announced the month-long, five-play O! Reading Series. For this new initiative, five directors who are part of OSF’s artistic staff have each chosen a play to be performed as a live digital staged reading by some of OSF’s favorite actors.

Virtual Theatre This Week: June 21-27, 2021- with Kate Reinders, Amanda Kloots, and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 21, 2021


This week (June 21-28) in live streaming: Kate Reinders, Amanda Kloots and Jennifer Nettles visit Backstage Live, Fredi Walker-Browne shares Ten Minute Tidbits, a Kerry Butler masterclass, Tovah Feldshuh in Becoming Dr. Ruth, and so much more!

Violet Surprise Theatre Presents SAPPHFEST: PRIDE OFF INTO THE SUNSET
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2021


Violet Surprise Theatre presents SAPPHFEST: PRIDE OFF INTO THE SUNSET.

Christopher Newport University's Ferguson Center For The Arts Launches Inaugural New Musicals Lab For Emerging Musical Theatre Artists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 14, 2021


The New Musicals Lab at the Ferguson Center for the Performing Arts at Christopher Newport University in Newport News, Virginia, is making space for new musical works by providing Artist Residencies with access to world-class facilities, funding, and student and Broadway talent.

Original West End Star Louise Redknapp Joins 9 TO 5 UK Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2021


Fresh from dazzling in the West End run of the show, Louise Redknapp will reprise her role as 'Violet Newstead' in the forthcoming UK tour of Dolly Parton's smash-hit 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL.

Louise Redknapp Will Lead UK Tour of 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2021


 Louise Redknapp will reprise her role as 'Violet Newstead' in the forthcoming UK tour of Dolly Parton's smash-hit 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL. Louise Redknapp played the role of 'Violet Newstead' to rave reviews from audiences and critics alike when 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL opened in the West End at the Savoy Theatre in 2019.

Waterparks Release New Music Video for 'Violet!'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 26, 2021


With this video, Waterparks' play on the song's lyric 'No I'm not a stalker but I watch you while you're walkin',' featuring a giant eye that appears throughout the video, watching the guys. Viewers surely won't be able to take their eyes off of the 'Violet!' video, either.

Open Stage Announces 36th Season 'Breaking Through'
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2021


In October, 2019, Open Stage reopened the facility at 25 North Court Street after a half-million dollar renovation, featuring a brand new black box Studio Theater, a modern lobby and bar ( dubbed The Court Street Cabaret), and made a slew of other updates, kicking off a year of performances that looked to be one of the small professional house's strongest seasons ever.

Violet FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs in Violet and what's the order?
Water in the Well
Surprised
On My Way
M&Ms
Luck of the Draw
Question & Answer
All to Pieces
A Healing Touch
Let It Sing
Who'll Be the One (If Not Me)
You're Different
Lonely Stranger
Anyone Would Do
Lay Down Your Head
Hard to Say Goodbye
Promise Me, Violet
Raise Me Up
Down the Mountain
Look at Me
That's What I Could Do
Bring Me to Light
Water In The Well
Surprised
On My Way
M&M's
Luck of the Draw
Question 'n' Answer
All To Pieces
Let It Sing
Anyone Would Do
Who'll Be The One (If Not Me)
Last Time I Came To Memphis
Lonely Stranger
Lay Down Your Head
Anyone Would Do (Reprise)
Hard To Say Goodbye
Promise Me, Violet
Raise Me Up
Down The Mountain
In The Chapel
Raise Me Up (Reprise)
Look At Me
That's What I Could Do
Surprised (Reprise)
Promise Me, Violet (Reprise)
Bring Me To The Light

Other Productions of Violet

1997   Off-Broadway Original Off-Broadway Production
Off-Broadway
2014   Broadway Roundabout Production
Broadway
2019   West End London Premiere at Charing Cross Theatre
West End

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