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Ages: 14+
Opened: April 26, 1970
Closing: January 01, 1972

Company - 1970 - Broadway History , Info & More

Alvin Theatre
250 W. 52nd St. New York, NY

Set firmly in, and often about, New York, Company follows five married, once married, or soon to be married couples and their mutual friend, Robert, a 35-year old bachelor who has been unable to connect in a long-term relationship. Bobby observes the less than ideal aspects of commitment. But, eventually, learns that while relationships aren't perfect, they are a necessary part of "Being Alive." Includes the songs "Getting Married Today," "The Ladies Who Lunch," and "Being Alive."



Opening on Broadway in 1970 and running 705 performances, garnering 14 Tony Award Nominations, and winning 6 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Book, Best Score, Best Lyrics. Revived on Broadway in 1995 running for 60 performances garnering 2 Tony Nominations. Revived again in 2006 running 246 performances garnering 3 Tony Nominations and winning for Best Revival of a Musical.


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Review: JENNIFER SIMARD: CAN I GET YOUR NUMBER? is a Comic Treasure Trove at 54 Below
by Ricky Pope - Apr 1, 2023


From the moment she appeared in the audience singing “One Night Only from Dreamgirls, sliding down a banister like a wacky Mame, you knew you were in for a comedic master class. She is an excellent mimic, a powerhouse singer, and in the end a sensitive and truthful actor. She is living proof of Elaine Stritch’s maxim, “To play comedy you have to be real.” Jennifer Simard is absolutely the real deal.

Santino Fontana & Judy Kuhn to Star in I CAN GET IT FOR YOU WHOLESALE at Classic Stage Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 22, 2023


Classic Stage Company has announced complete programming for their 2023-2024 Season. See what shows are in the lineup, who is starring, how to purchase tickets, and more!

Necessary Angel Theatre Company to Present Toronto Premiere Of NEW By Pamela Mala Sinha
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 15, 2023


Necessary Angel Theatre Company has announced the Toronto cast of New by Pamela Mala Sinha.

The Inspired Acting Company Opens Inaugural Season With PRIVATE LIVES By Noël Coward, April 21 �" May 7
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 10, 2023


The Inspired Acting Company, Oakland County's newest professional theatre opens its inaugural season with Private Lives by Noël Coward. 

The Midnight Company to Present JUST ONE LOOK at The Blue Strawberry in March
by James Lindhorst - Feb 11, 2023


As part of their 2023 season, The Midnight Company will present the world premiere production of JUST ONE LOOK, a cabaret show based on the life and music of pop icon Linda Ronstadt. Ruling the pop charts in the 1970’s, Ronstadt was often called the ‘First Lady of Rock’ and recently began climbing the charts again this month with her song “Long Long Time” which was featured in the emotional third episode of the HBO hit show “The Last of Us.”

Library of Congress Acquires Archives Of Garth Fagan Dance Company
by Stephi Wild - Feb 8, 2023


The Library of Congress has acquired the papers of choreographer Garth Fagan and Garth Fagan Dance, the company founded by Fagan in 1970. Garth Fagan Dance is distinguished by the artistic imagination and polyrhythmic movement of Jamaican-born Fagan, layered with the discipline and strength of ballet training. The company has performed in more than 660 cities in 24 countries on six continents.

Mountain Theatre Company Announces 2023 Mainstage Season Featuring JERSEY BOYS, ROCK OF AGES & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2023


Mountain Theatre Company has announced its 2023 Mainstage Season. In what will mark the theatre company's 85th season, an exciting lineup of shows has been released which is certain to have something for everyone.

Lakewood Theatre Company Presents The Musical THE HAPPY TIME February 17-18
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2023


The Lost Treasures Collection, a series of rarely performed musical gems, continues its thirteenth season at Lakewood Theatre Company on its Side Door Stage with The Happy Time, February 17-18, 2023.

The TADA Theatre To Open Its 15th Anniversary Season With COMPANY in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2023


The award-winning TADA Theatre will open its Fantastic Fifteenth Season by paying tribute to one of the greatest musical theatre composers that the industry has ever had, Stephen Sondheim. The musical is a show that he himself called 'by far the work I am most proud of': the musical masterpiece Company!

Previews: MIDNIGHT COMPANY 2023 SEASON at Midnight Company
by James Lindhorst - Dec 7, 2022


The Midnight Company announces it 2023 five-show season that includes two world premiere productions. The Season opens on March 1, 2023 with the world premiere production of JUST ONE LOOK based on the life and career of Linda Ronstadt at The Blue Strawberry. Midnight Company continues its season with THE ABSOLUTE BRIGHTNESS OF LEONARD KELLY at The Kranzberg Black Box  May 4th -20th,  THE YEARS at The Chapel July 13th-29th, and YOU MADE ME LOVE YOU at The Blue Strawberry July 26th – August 9th.  Midnight Company closes its season with a production of THE LION IN WINTER at the .ZACK October 5th-21st.

Review Roundup: THE FAR COUNTRY Opens At Atlantic Theater Company
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2022


What are the critics saying about Atlantic Theater Company's world premiere production of The Far Country? Check out the reviews for the Atlantic commissioned play by Guggenheim fellow Lloyd Suh, directed by Obie Award winner Eric Ting.

Trisha Brown Dance Company Commissions A Work To Honor Brown's Artistic Legacy
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2022


The Trisha Brown Dance Company has announced its first choreographic commission in celebration of the legacy of groundbreaking choreographer Trisha Brown. 

Black Swan State Theatre Company Presents OIL
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2022


Black Swan State Theatre Company Presents OIL by Ella Hickson – the audacious, vivacious, time-bending masterpiece that fired up audiences in London. Follow May and her daughter Amy as they traverse countries and centuries, from the dawn of the oil age to a dystopian, post-oil future and discover our most precious natural resource is love.

Video: First Look at South Bay Musical Theatre's COMPANY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2022


South Bay Musical Theatre is presenting COMPANY, the Tony® winning musical comedy by Stephen Sondheim, with book by George Furth. Get a first look at the trailer for the production here!

Island Moving Company Announces 2022-2023 Season Featuring Six Original Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 13, 2022


Island Moving Company, Newport’s Contemporary Ballet, under the direction of new Artistic Director, Danielle Genest, announced details of its Forty-First season today. Expect Transformation!  Tickets are now on sale now.

COMPANY to Open at Kennesaw State University This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 13, 2022


Kennesaw State University's Department of Theatre and Performance Studies will present 'Company' September 14-18 at the Stillwell Theater. 'Company' takes us on Bobby's journey as the couples around him ponder his singlehood and encourage him to find a mate.

Stephen Sondheim's COMPANY Rescheduled at South Bay Musical Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2022


South Bay Musical Theatre has announced the complete cast and creative team for COMPANY, the Tony® winning musical comedy by Stephen Sondheim, with book by George Furth.

BrightSide Theatre to Present SHE LOVES ME in October
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 27, 2022


BrightSide Theatre Artistic Director Jeffrey Cass and Executive Director Julie Ann Kornak have announced that they will begin their 10th season with She Loves Me, running from October 14 through 30th. 

After Dinner Opera Company Presents SACCO AND VANZETTI Opera By Blitzstein And Lehrman
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 22, 2022


After Dinner Opera Company presents the New York and Orchestral staged premiere of Sacco and Vanzetti, begun by Marc Blitzstein, completed & conducted by Leonard Lehrma, and directed by Benjamin Spierman.

Ballet Hispánico Announces August Company Auditions
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 25, 2022


Ballet Hispánico is seeking male and female dancers to join the Professional Company immediately. Auditions will be held on Monday, August 15, 2022 at 167 W. 89th Street, NYC. All dancers must register prior to the audition.

COMPANY Opens Next Weekend at Long Beach Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2022


In 1970, Stephen Sondheim's Company received a record-setting 14 Tony nominations. The story's focus is Robert, a confirmed bachelor, a well-liked man living in New York City, who is celebrating his 35th birthday with a collection of his married friends.

VIDEO: PBS Shares First Look at KEEPING COMPANY WITH SONDHEIM Documentary
by Michael Major - May 25, 2022


Watch a trailer for the broadcast which takes an inside look at Tony-winning director Marianne Elliott's creative process of bringing the reimagined gender-swapped production to Broadway. The film features rehearsal and performance footage, plus new interviews with Elliott, Lenk, LuPone, Sondheim, members of the original 1970 cast, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and more.

Sondheim's COMPANY Comes To The Croswell This Weekend
by A.A. Cristi - May 19, 2022


When the musical COMPANY debuted in 1970, it was one of the first Broadway musicals to dig into the topics of dating, marriage and divorce. Essentially a series of short stories about the lives of five couples, seen through the eyes of their perpetually single friend as turns 35, the show was nominated for 14 Tony Awards and has enjoyed three Broadway revivals.

Ballet Hispánico Announces In-Person Open Company Auditions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2022


Ballet Hispánico is seeking dancers to join the Professional Company immediately. Open auditions will be held on Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at 167 West 89th St., NYC. Online registration is required prior to the audition.

Trisha Brown Dance Company to Celebrate 50th Anniversary Season at The Joyce Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 5, 2022


After a two-year postponement, the Trisha Brown Dance Company will celebrate its 50th anniversary at The Joyce Theater (May 24-29) with an historical season commemorating Brown’s extraordinary partnership with visual artist Robert Rauschenberg. 

Other Productions of Company

1970   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1971   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
1972   West End London Production
West End
1978   Off-Broadway Equity Library Theatre Revival
Off-Broadway
1980   Off-Off-Broadway Off-Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Off-Broadway
1987   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
1993   Broadway Reunion Concert
Broadway
1995   Broadway Roundabout Revival
Broadway
1995   West End Donmar Warehouse Revival
West End
2002   Washington, DC (Regional) Sondheim Festival Production
Washington, DC (Regional)
2004   Los Angeles Reprise! Concert
Los Angeles
2006   Cincinnati Playhouse Revival
2006   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2007   New York New York Concert
New York
2017   Regional (US) Barrington Stage Company Revival
Regional (US)
2018   West End West End Revival Production
West End
2021   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2023   US Tour US Tour
US Tour

Company - 1970 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1971 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical George Furth
1971 Tony Awards Best Choreography Michael Bennett
1971 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Harold Prince
1971 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design Robert Ornbo
1971 Tony Awards Best Musical Harold Prince
1971 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Stephen Sondheim
1971 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Stephen Sondheim
1971 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Charles Kimbrough
1971 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Larry Kert
1971 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Pamela Myers
1971 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Barbara Barrie
1971 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Elaine Stritch
1971 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Susan Browning
1971 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design Boris Aronson
1970 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Stephen Sondheim
1970 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical George Furth
1970 The Hewes Awards Scenic Design Boris Aronson
1970 Theatre World Awards Performance Susan Browning

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