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Opened: May 11, 1981
Closing: May 11, 2002

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Based on Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats by T.S. Eliot

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There's no better way to introduce your family to the wonders of live theatre than with the magic, the mystery, the memory of CATS. What began as a musical about cats after Andrew Lloyd Webber picked up a book of poems in an airport bookshop has become one of the longest running shows in Broadway's history. Winner of seven Tony Awards including Best Musical, CATS features 20 of Andrew Lloyd Webber's timeless melodies, including the hit song "Memory."

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Nardis Jazz Club Slates November 2017 Lineup
by BWW News Desk - Nov 1, 2017


Nardis Jazz Club has announced its upcoming shows (www.nardisjazz.com). Rezervasyonlariniz icin PAZAR haric hergun saat 15.30'dan itibaren kulubu arayabilirsiniz. L tfen programda olabilecek de i iklikler i in g ncellenmi web sayfam z ziyaret ediniz.

Nardis Jazz Club Slates November 2017 Lineup
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2017


Nardis Jazz Club has announced its upcoming shows (www.nardisjazz.com). Rezervasyonlariniz icin PAZAR haric hergun saat 15.30'dan itibaren kulubu arayabilirsiniz. L tfen programda olabilecek de i iklikler i in g ncellenmi web sayfam z ziyaret ediniz.

Edward Watts to Go Green in 'THE GRINCH' at The Old Globe; Cast Announced!
by BWW News Desk - Oct 6, 2017


The Old Globe today announced the complete cast and creative team for the Globe's 20th annual production of Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas!* The holiday musical will run November 4 - December 24 on the Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage in the Old Globe Theatre, part of the Globe's Conrad Prebys Theatre Center.

Michael Walters and Loni Ackerman to Lead BRING BACK BIRDIE at Feinstein's/54 Below
by BWW News Desk - Sep 6, 2017


Feinstein's/54 Below and the acclaimed Second Act Series is pleased to present the short-lived musical sequel Bring Back Birdie in concert for one performances only, starring Michael Walters (The Honeymooners, National Tour of Babes in Toyland) as Albert Peterson and Loni Ackerman (Evita, Cats, George M!) as his overbearing mother Mae.

Photo Flash: CATS Revival Claws Into Cake, Celebrates One Year on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - Aug 1, 2017


Andrew Lloyd Webber's iconic musical Cats just celebrated its first anniversary back on Broadway, and BroadwayWorld has photos from the festivities below!

Four New Felines to Purr in CATS on Broadway This Summer
by BWW News Desk - Jul 12, 2017


Andrew Lloyd Webber's iconic musical Cats will welcome four new 'Jellicle Cats' to the junkyard.

National Tour of Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS Will Launch at PPAC January 2019
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 22, 2017


Producers The Shubert Organization and The Nederlander Organization announced last night that the first-ever Broadway revival of CATS will play its final performance on Saturday, December 30, 2017 at 8P at the Neil Simon Theatre after 16 previews and 593 regular performances.

Broadway Revival of CATS Headed to the Heaviside Layer This Winter; National Tour to Kick Off in Providence!
by BWW News Desk - Jun 21, 2017


Producers The Shubert Organization and The Nederlander Organization announced today that the first-ever Broadway revival of CATS will play its final performance at 8 PM on Saturday, December 30, 2017 at the Neil Simon Theatre (250 W 52nd Street) after 16 previews and 593 regular performances. Preview performances of CATS began Thursday, July 14, 2016 followed by a Sunday, July 31, 2016 opening night.

JAPAN CUTS 2017 Full Line-Up & Schedule Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 7, 2017


JAPAN CUTS, North America's premiere showcase for new Japanese cinema, returns for its 11th installment July 13-23 to serve up a slice of the best and boldest films from Japan never before seen in NYC with special guest filmmakers and stars, post-screening Q&As, parties and more. Boasting a thrilling slate of epic blockbusters, shoestring independents, radical documentaries, mind-bending avant-garde, newly-restored classics and breathtaking animation, Japan Society's renowned summer film festival promises a bounty of cinematic discoveries for film fans and pop culture enthusiasts alike.

TDF to Offer First Autism-Friendly Performance of Broadway's CATS
by BWW News Desk - Jun 7, 2017


TDF's Autism Theatre Initiative (ATI), which presents autism-friendly performances of Broadway shows for an audience of families with children and adults on the autism spectrum, launches its seventh season with the first-ever autism-friendly performance of Andrew Lloyd Webber's iconic musical, Cats.

CATS - Das Original ist zurueck! Direkt aus dem Londoner West End und auf großer Tour durch Deutschland
by Marcel Konrath - May 16, 2017


CATS ist das wohl magischste Musical der Welt. Fantasievoll und elegant vereinen sich in Andrew Lloyd Webbers Meisterwerk mitreißende Musik, aufsehenerregender Tanz und spektakulare Kostume zu einem aufregenden Ganzen. Ausgezeichnet mit zahlreichen internationalen Theaterpreisen hat CATS sowohl im Londoner West End als auch am New Yorker Broadway alle Rekorde gebrochen, uber 73 Millionen Zuschauer zahlt der gefeierte Klassiker weltweit. Im Sommer 2017 kehrt das Original in der Erfolgsproduktion, die 2015 als „Bestes Musical Revival' fur den Laurence Olivier Award nominiert wurde, direkt vom Londoner West End nach Deutschland zuruck.

NBC Has Heaven On Its Mind! JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE! to Air on Easter Sunday
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2017


Set for Easter Sunday (April 1, 2018), NBC will bring to broadcast television “Jesus Christ Superstar Live!,” a one-of-a-kind live staging of the iconic 1971 Broadway rock opera with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice. The event will be executive produced by Andrew Lloyd Webber, Tim Rice, Marc Platt, Craig Zadan and Neil Meron. 

To Be Continued... Examining the History of the Broadway Sequel
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 27, 2017


'CATS 2: GRIZABELLA'S REVENGE'?, 'STILL WAITING FOR GODOT: THE SEQUEL'? Unlike successful films, which often spawn prequels, sequels and beyond, It's not often that you see a 'Part II' attached to the title of a cherished theatrical work. But that's not to say it never happens!

CATS Will Bow in Qatar This February
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 29, 2016


According to Doha News, Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS will bow in Qatar in early 2017. Tickets are now on sale for the musical, which will run at the Qatar National Convention Center, February 1-4.

THRILLER LIVE Smashes Yet Another West End Record!
by BWW News Desk - Dec 21, 2016


Thriller Live has smashed yet another West End record to become London's 16th Longest Running Musical of all time.

BWW Review: CATS, New Wimbledon Theatre, 10 November 2016
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Nov 10, 2016


CATS is a strange phenomenon. Despite the fact that there is no real plot, its infectious songs and legendary choreography has meant that it has been playing around the world almost constantly since 1981.

TV: The Kid Critics Get Jellicle at CATS!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 30, 2016


We are continuing the series with Tai (10), Isabella (12), and Charles (9), who just stopped by the Neil Simon Theatre to check out Cats. Curious of what they thought about the show? Find out below!

Leona Lewis Takes Final Bow in CATS Today
by Ashlee Latimer - Oct 9, 2016


Leona Lewis will sing her final 'Memory' today, before her time with Cats becomes just that. After taking on the role of Grizabella after pop star Nicole Scherzinger decided to depart the revival in favor of being a judge on The X Factor, Lewis joined the production in time for the Broadway transfer, which opened July 31st. She will be succeeded in the role of The Glamour Cat by her understudy, Mamie Parris, who begins performances as Grizabella on October 17th.

Behind the Scenes with CATS Resident Grizabella, Leona Lewis
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 4, 2016


On July 14, Leona Lewis, took over as Grizabella the Glamour Cat in the Great White Way's revival of the beloved Andrew Lloyd Webber musical Cats. The British star has played the classic character - and sung 'Memory' eight times a week - since opening night, July 31. Before her Broadway run comes to a close on Oct. 9, the singer shared an exclusive photo diary with People, chronicling one September day of her busy new life as a Broadway star.

Photo Coverage: Grumpy Cat Pounces Onto Broadway!
by Jessica Fallon Gordon - Oct 1, 2016


Andrew Lloyd Webber's record-breaking Broadway musical, CATS will made history once again when internet sensation, Grumpy Cat became the first genuine feline to join the cast. Grumpy Cat, the media personality, performer and New York Times best-selling author, made her Broadway debut (for one night only) alongside the cast on stage at the Neil Simon Theatre (250 W 52nd Street) last night, Friday, September 30, 2016.

Grumpy Cat Will Become First Real Feline to Claw Into Broadway's CATS
by BWW News Desk - Sep 29, 2016


Andrew Lloyd Webber's record-breaking Broadway musical, CATS will make history once again when internet sensation, Grumpy Cat becomes the first genuine feline to join the cast.

There's a New Glamour Cat in Town! Mamie Parris to Succeed Leona Lewis as 'Grizabella' in CATS on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - Sep 22, 2016


Producers The Shubert Organization and The Nederlander Organization announced today that Broadway veteran Mamie Parris will assume the iconic role of 'Grizabella the Glamour Cat' in the first-ever Broadway revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS.

Photo Coverage: Healthy Kitties! Dr. Barry Kohn Makes Flu Shot 'House Calls' at CATS
by Walter McBride - Sep 15, 2016


It's flu season! Dr. Barry Kohn makes 'house calls,' visiting CATS cast members Sharrod Williams and Georgina Pazcoguin with flu shots backstage to make sure everyone's favorite Cats stay fit and healthy to perform eight times a week at the Neil Simon Theatre on September 14, 2016 in New York City. Scroll down for photos!

Water Main Break Causes CATS to Cancel Tonight's Performance
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 24, 2016


BroadwayWorld has just learned that CATS has canceled this evening's performance, August 24, due to a water main break in the area. A show representative has confirmed that the show is on track to continue performances as usual tomorrow.

VIDEO: Four Seasons Meets Nine Lives as CATS Serenades JERSEY BOYS
by Michael Dale - Aug 15, 2016


After JERSEY BOYS welcomed their new neighbors with a Doo-Wop arrangement of 'Memory,' the Nine Lives set returned the favor.

Other Productions of Cats

1981   West End Original London Production
West End
1982   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2004   London Fringe London Revival
London Fringe
2011   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
2014   West End West End Revival
West End
2016   West End West End 2015 Revival Production
West End
2016   Broadway Broadway Revival Production
Broadway
2019   US Tour US Revival Tour
US Tour
2021   US Tour Non-Equity Tour
US Tour
2024   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Production
Off-Broadway

Cats - 1981 West End Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2002 Olivier Awards Audience Award for Most Popular Show 0
1981 Evening Standard Awards Ned Sherrin Award for Best Musical 0
1981 Olivier Awards Actor of the Year in a Musical Wayne Sleep
1981 Olivier Awards Designer of the Year John Napier
1981 Olivier Awards Director of the Year Trevor Nunn
1981 Olivier Awards Musical of the Year Andrew Lloyd Webber
1981 Olivier Awards Musical of the Year Trevor Nunn
1981 Olivier Awards Musical of the Year Richard Stilgoe
1981 Olivier Awards Outstanding Achievement of the Year in a Musical Gillian Lynne

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