Fosse 1999 - Articles Page 11

Opened: January 14, 1999
Closing: August 25, 2001

Fosse - 1999 - Broadway History , Info & More

Broadhurst Theatre (Broadway)
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Fosse is a three-act musical revue showcasing the choreography of Bob Fosse. After 21 previews, the original Broadway production, conceived and directed by Richard Maltby, Jr. and Ann Reinking and choreographed by Reinking and Chet Walker, opened on January 14, 1999 at the Broadhurst Theatre, where it ran for 1093 performances.


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Harbor Lights To Offer a Master Class With Richard Maltby 3/24
by BWW News Desk - Mar 24, 2012


The Harbor Lights Theater Company, Staten Island's own professional theater company, announces the first session of its 2012 master class series.

Denver Center Theatre Company Presents RING OF FIRE: THE MUSIC OF JOHNNY CASH, 3/23-5/13
by BWW News Desk - Mar 23, 2012


The Denver Center Theatre Company presents the musical revue RING OF FIRE: THE MUSIC OF JOHNNY CASH created by Richard Maltby, Jr. and conceived by William Meade, playing The Stage Theatre March 23 - May 13 (opening night Thursday, March 29). Tickets can be purchased now, by calling 303.893.4100 or www.denvercenter.org.

Denver Center Theatre Company Presents RING OF FIRE: THE MUSIC OF JOHNNY CASH, 3/23-5/13
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 9, 2012


The Denver Center Theatre Company presents the musical revue RING OF FIRE: THE MUSIC OF JOHNNY CASH created by Richard Maltby, Jr. and conceived by William Meade, playing The Stage Theatre March 23 - May 13 (opening night Thursday, March 29). Tickets can be purchased now, by calling 303.893.4100 or www.denvercenter.org.

Good Theater Closes 10th Anniversary Season With LITTLE ME, 3/8-4/1
by Harmony Wheeler - Mar 8, 2012


Little Me, the musical comedy by Neil Simon (book), Cy Coleman (music), and Carolyn Leigh (lyrics) will be presented by Good Theater March 7 - April 1 at the St. Lawrence Arts Center. Little Me is directed by Brian P. Allen with musical direction by Victoria Stubbs, leading the three-piece band, and choreography by Tyler Sperry.

Edward Gero and Patrick Andrews Lead John Logan's RED Thru 3/4
by BWW News Desk - Mar 4, 2012


Edward Gero and Patrick Andrews star in Red at Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater, produced in association with Goodman Theatre.

SecondStory Repertory's Chicago Closes
by BWW News Desk - Feb 26, 2012


SecondStory Repertory will present Chicago, featuring a book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse, music by John Kander, and lyrics by Fred Ebb.

Harbor Lights To Offer a Master Class With Richard Maltby 3/24
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 14, 2012


The Harbor Lights Theater Company, Staten Island's own professional theater company, announces the first session of its 2012 master class series.

Christina Ricci & Bebe Neuwirth Lead CSC's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM this Spring!
by Jessica Lewis - Feb 8, 2012


Classic Stage Company has announced complete casting for their upcoming production of Shakespeare's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, which begins previews at CSC on Wednesday, April 4 for a limited engagement through Sunday, May 20. Joining two-time Tony Award winner Bebe Neuwirth (Hippolyta/Titania) and acclaimed film/television/stage star Christina Ricci (Hermia) in the cast are Jordan Dean (Demetrius), Nick Gehlfuss (Lysander), David Greenspan (Flute/Fairy), Halley Wegryn Gross (Helena), Anthony Heald (Theseus/Oberon), Erin Hill (Starveling/Fairy), Chad Lindsey (Snout/Fairy), Taylor Mac (Egeus/Puck), James Patrick Nelson (Snug/Fairy), Steven Skybell (Bottom) and Rob Yang (Quince/Fairy). Directed by Tony Speciale (Unnatural Acts), A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM has its official opening Sunday, April 29.

SecondStory Repertory Presents Chicago 2/3-26
by BWW News Desk - Feb 3, 2012


SecondStory Repertory will present Chicago, featuring a book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse, music by John Kander, and lyrics by Fred Ebb.

SecondStory Repertory Presents Chicago 2/3-26
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 31, 2012


SecondStory Repertory will present Chicago, featuring a book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse, music by John Kander, and lyrics by Fred Ebb.

Photo Flash: Rachelle Rak's I'M IN at Le Poisson Rouge
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 23, 2012


Rachelle Rak can be seen in her new one woman show I'M IN, an intimate look at the path of a Broadway starlet. Shows were yesterday at 7:00 PM, and tonight at 10:30 PM at Le Poisson Rouge, 165 Bleecker Street. Check out photos from yesterday's show below!

Marty Thomas Presents Rachelle Rak's Video Release Party, SNAPSHOTS
by BWW News Desk - Jan 22, 2012


Grammy nominated recording artist and Broadway performer, Marty Thomas (Xanadu, Secret Garden, Wicked) prepares to redefine the nightclub scene with his new act Marty Thomas Presents: Diva at the hottest spot in Hell's Kitchen.

Edward Gero and Patrick Andrews Lead John Logan's RED 1/20-3/4
by BWW News Desk - Jan 20, 2012


Edward Gero and Patrick Andrews star in Red at Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater, produced in association with Goodman Theatre.

Marty Thomas Presents Rachelle Rak's Video Release Party, SNAPSHOTS
by BWW News Desk - Jan 16, 2012


Grammy nominated recording artist and Broadway performer, Marty Thomas (Xanadu, Secret Garden, Wicked) prepares to redefine the nightclub scene with his new act Marty Thomas Presents: Diva at the hottest spot in Hell's Kitchen.

THIRTEEN’s Great Performances Presents LET ME DOWN EASY 1/13
by BWW News Desk - Jan 13, 2012


Anna Deavere Smith's latest production, Let Me Down Easy airs on THIRTEEN's Great Performances Friday, January 13 at 9 p.m. on PBS (check local listings).

STAGE TUBE: On This Day 1/14- FOSSE
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 14, 2012


Today in 1999, Fosse opened at the Broadhurst THeatre, where it ran for 1093 performances. Fosse is a three-act musical revue showcasing the choreography of Bob Fosse. The original Broadway production, conceived and directed by Richard Maltby, Jr. and Ann Reinking was choreographed by Reinking and Chet Walker. In 2002, Fosse, featuring Reinking and Ben Vereen, was aired as part of the Great Performances series on PBS television. A London production opened at the West End Prince of Wales Theatre on February 8, 2000 and closed January 6, 2001. The musical did not recreate the musical numbers as originally presented but instead had primarily black-and-white costumes (including the all-important hats), set against a simple setting.

Marty Thomas Presents Rachelle Rak's Video Release Party, SNAPSHOTS
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 30, 2011


Grammy nominated recording artist and Broadway performer, Marty Thomas (Xanadu, Secret Garden, Wicked) prepares to redefine the nightclub scene with his new act Marty Thomas Presents: Diva at the hottest spot in Hell's Kitchen.

THIRTEEN’s Great Performances Presents LET ME DOWN EASY 1/13
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 16, 2011


Anna Deavere Smith's latest production, Let Me Down Easy airs on THIRTEEN's Great Performances Friday, January 13 at 9 p.m. on PBS (check local listings).

THIRTEEN's Great Performances Presents Anna Deavere Smith's 'Let Me Down Easy,' 1/13
by Kelsey Denette - Dec 14, 2011


Anna Deavere Smith's latest production,Let Me Down Easy airs on THIRTEEN's Great Performances Friday, January 13 at 9 p.m. on PBS (check local listings). Originally presented at Long Wharf Theatre, the play received its New York premiere at Second Stage Theatre. The Great Performances production was recorded inFebruary 2011 in the Kreeger Theater at Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater in Washington, D.C., launching a national tour that concluded in September.

Edward Gero and Patrick Andrews Lead John Logan's RED 1/20-3/4
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 9, 2011


Edward Gero and Patrick Andrews star in Red at Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater, produced in association with Goodman Theatre.

Jeanna de Waal, Ben Thompson and More Join Marin Mazzie & Molly Ranson in New CARRIE Musical! Full Cast Announced!
by Jessica Lewis - Nov 21, 2011


MCC Theater has announced the complete cast for the newly reworked and fully re-imagined production of Carrie, the musical. Carrie features music by Michael Gore, lyrics by Dean Pitchford (Academy Award winning composer and lyricist for the original film Fame) and a book by Lawrence D. Cohen (who also adapted the 1974 novel by Stephen King for the 1976 Brian DePalma film). Directed by Stafford Arima, performances for Carrie begin January 31, 2012, at the Lucille Lortel Theatre (121 Christopher Street, NYC). The official opening night is set for March 1, 2012.

GYPSY OF THE MONTH: Donna Marie Asbury of 'Chicago'
by Adrienne Onofri - Nov 17, 2011


As 'Chicago' celebrates 15 years on Broadway, we profile its longest-running cast member.

ATC Presents Subscriber Only, Limited Run Of ESCAPE 11/3-6
by BWW News Desk - Nov 3, 2011


American Theater Company (ATC) announces a limited-run of Escape, a subscriber-only theatrical event featuring three recently-discovered short plays written by Tennessee Williams and three modern dances choreographed by DanszLoop Chicago Artistic Director Paula Frasz.

REBECCA to Play Broadhurst Theatre Opening April 2012; Sierra Boggess Now Confirmed to Star!
by Robert Diamond - Nov 2, 2011


Producers Ben Sprecher, Louise Forlenza, The Shubert Organization, Peter Bezemes, Tony Fusco, Larry Feinman, Nanda Anand and Peter Bogyo by special arrangement with/and based on the Vereinigte Buhnen Wien GmbH production, announced that the new musical REBECCA, based on the classic novel by Daphne du Maurier novel, will open on Broadway Sunday, April 22 at The Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th Street). Previews will begin Tuesday, March 27. Sierra Boggess (The Little Mermaid, Love Never Dies, Master Class and as Christine in last month's 25th Anniversary Concert of The Phantom of the Opera in London) will play the lead role of 'I'. Additional casting will be announced in the coming weeks.

ATC Presents Subscriber Only, Limited Run Of ESCAPE 11/3-6
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 1, 2011


American Theater Company (ATC) announces a limited-run of Escape, a subscriber-only theatrical event featuring three recently-discovered short plays written by Tennessee Williams and three modern dances choreographed by DanszLoop Chicago Artistic Director Paula Frasz.

Fosse FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs in Fosse and what's the order?
Fosse's World
Calypso
Snake in the Grass
From the Edge
Got No Room for Mr. Gloom
Walking the Cat
I Gotcha
Silky Thoughts
Cool Hand Luke
Manson Trio
Take Off with Us
Life Is Just a Bowl of Cherries
Bye Bye Blackbird
Percussion
Big Spender
Crunchy Granola Suite
Hooray for Hollywood
From This Moment On
I Wanna Be a Dancin' Man
Shoeless Joe from Hannibal, Mo.
Dancing in the Dark
I Love a Piano
Steam Heat
Rich Man's Frug
Big Noise from Winnetka
Me and My Shadow
Nowadays
Keep It Hot
Glory
Mein Herr
Razzle Dazzle
Mr. Bojangles
There'll Be Some Changes Made
Sing, Sing, Sing
Christopher Columbus
Who’s Sorry Now?

Other Productions of Fosse

1999   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2000   West End London Production
West End

Fosse - 1999 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1999 Drama League Awards Distinguished Production of a Musical 0
1999 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Valarie Pettiford
1999 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Broadway Musical 0
1999 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Choreography Ann Reinking
1999 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Choreography Chet Walker
1999 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Costume Design Santo Loquasto
1999 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical Ann Reinking
1999 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Scott Wise
1999 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Elizabeth Parkinson
1999 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Lighting Design Andrew Bridge
1999 Tony Awards Best Costume Design Santo Loquasto
1999 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Ann Reinking
1999 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Richard Maltby, Jr
1999 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design Andrew Bridge
1999 Tony Awards Best Musical Livent (U.S.) Inc.
1999 Tony Awards Best Orchestrations Douglas Besterman
1999 Tony Awards Best Orchestrations Ralph Burns
1999 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Desmond Richardson
1999 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Scott Wise
1999 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Valarie Pettiford

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