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WAITING IN THE WINGS To Be Performed At The Pentameters Theatre Aug 31- Sept 18
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 17, 2010


Celebrating the 50th anniversary of Noël Coward's rarely performed 50th play, 'Waiting in the Wings' is set in a retirement home for actresses and focuses on a feud between residents Lotta Bainbridge and May Davenport, who once both loved the same man.

World Premiere of YORKTOWN Plays the Abingdon, 8/6-28
by BWW News Desk - Aug 6, 2010


THE DRAMA GARDEN is pleased to present the world premiere of YORKTOWN by ROBERT MANNS (The Swan that Slept, Lincoln in the White House) and directed by DDCC Award Nominee ERIC C. DENTE.

THE SEVEN YEAR ITCH Opens New Village Arts' 10th Season, 7/29
by BWW News Desk - Jul 29, 2010


New Village Arts, Carlsbad's award-winning, professional theatre is very proud to announce its Tenth Season. This will be NVA's biggest season ever, with eight full productions, NVA's first musical and two local premieres. Over the past nine seasons, NVA has established itself as one of the most important mid-sized theatres in San Diego, producing over 40 highly acclaimed productions, including a world-premiere holiday show, multiple regional and local premieres, unforgettable American and world classics, the intense work of Sam Shepard and the popular FREE Shakespeare in the Park. New Village Arts honors that history in Season 10 and introduces some exciting new traditions for North County, by selecting shows that honor the history of the company, recognize the amazing current growth and give an intriguing glimpse into the future. All of the plays take us on an adventure - into growing up, learning about love and loss and celebrating the power of the human soul.

World Premiere of YORKTOWN Plays the Abingdon, 8/6-28
by Lauren Wolman - Jul 17, 2010


THE DRAMA GARDEN is pleased to present the world premiere of YORKTOWN by ROBERT MANNS (The Swan that Slept, Lincoln in the White House) and directed by DDCC Award Nominee ERIC C. DENTE.

PA Shakes' A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM Closes 7/11
by BWW News Desk - Jul 11, 2010


Outrageous situations lead to hilarious complications in the legendary musical, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum opening on the Main Stage at the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Friday, June 25. With previews June 23 and 24, Forum continues through July 11. Ticket prices range from $25 to $53.

THE MUSIC MAN Opens 2010 Michelob Ultra Cool Film Series; Ends 7/4
by BWW News Desk - Jul 4, 2010


It's time for great movies on the big screen, free popcorn and soda! Come join Victoria Theatre Association for the first film of the 2010 Michelob Ultra Cool Film Series THE MUSIC MAN, July 2-4, at the historic Victoria Theatre.

THE MUSIC MAN Opens 2010 Michelob Ultra Cool Film Series 7/2-4
by BWW News Desk - Jul 2, 2010


It's time for great movies on the big screen, free popcorn and soda! Come join Victoria Theatre Association for the first film of the 2010 Michelob Ultra Cool Film Series THE MUSIC MAN, July 2-4, at the historic Victoria Theatre.

PA Shakes Launches A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM 6/23
by BWW News Desk - Jun 25, 2010


Outrageous situations lead to hilarious complications in the legendary musical, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum opening on the Main Stage at the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Friday, June 25. With previews June 23 and 24, Forum continues through July 11. Ticket prices range from $25 to $53.

PA Shakes Launches A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM 6/23
by BWW News Desk - Jun 23, 2010


Outrageous situations lead to hilarious complications in the legendary musical, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum opening on the Main Stage at the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Friday, June 25. With previews June 23 and 24, Forum continues through July 11. Ticket prices range from $25 to $53.

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Closes at TPAC's Andrew Jackson Hall 6/20
by BWW News Desk - Jun 20, 2010


Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the award-winning worldwide smash hit Broadway musical, is coming to Nashville as a special of the HCA/TriStar Broadway at TPAC series and presented by Miller and Martin PLLC.

THE MUSIC MAN Opens 2010 Michelob Ultra Cool Film Series 7/2-4
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 18, 2010


It's time for great movies on the big screen, free popcorn and soda! Come join Victoria Theatre Association for the first film of the 2010 Michelob Ultra Cool Film Series THE MUSIC MAN, July 2-4, at the historic Victoria Theatre.

The HBO Bryant Park Summer Film Festival Celebrates Its 18th Year
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 15, 2010


Once again, Bryant Park will be a destination for film buffs on summer nights in New York City, with an all-star legendary film line up for the 18th year of the HBO Bryant Park Summer Film Festival Presented by Time Warner Cable in association with the Bryant Park Corporation.

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Plays TPAC's Andrew Jackson Hall 6/15-20
by BWW News Desk - Jun 15, 2010


Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the award-winning worldwide smash hit Broadway musical, is coming to Nashville as a special of the HCA/TriStar Broadway at TPAC series and presented by Miller and Martin PLLC.

PA Shakes Launches A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM 6/23
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 9, 2010


Outrageous situations lead to hilarious complications in the legendary musical, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum opening on the Main Stage at the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Friday, June 25. With previews June 23 and 24, Forum continues through July 11. Ticket prices range from $25 to $53.

OLIVER! Opens At The Benedum Starring Mark Indelicato 6/1-6
by BWW News Desk - Jun 6, 2010


Revisit one of the most-acclaimed musical productions of all time when Pittsburgh CLO kicks off the 64th Summer Season with its production of Oliver!, June 1-6 at the Benedum Center in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh's Cultural District.

Open Fist Presents THE GOOD WOMAN OF SETZUAN, Previews 5/28
by BWW News Desk - Jun 4, 2010


The Open Fist Theatre Company presents the third show in their 2010 season, a new adaptation of Bertolt Brecht's classic THE GOOD WOMAN OF SETZUAN, translated by Eric Bentley with original music by Elizabeth Swados (Runaways), musical direction by Dean Mora and directed by Charles Otte (The Devil with Boobs).

OLIVER! Opens At The Benedum Starring Mark Indelicato 6/1-6
by BWW News Desk - Jun 1, 2010


Revisit one of the most-acclaimed musical productions of all time when Pittsburgh CLO kicks off the 64th Summer Season with its production of Oliver!, June 1-6 at the Benedum Center in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh's Cultural District.

Open Fist Presents THE GOOD WOMAN OF SETZUAN
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2010


The Open Fist Theatre Company presents the third show in their 2010 season, a new adaptation of Bertolt Brecht's classic THE GOOD WOMAN OF SETZUAN, translated by Eric Bentley with original music by Elizabeth Swados (Runaways), musical direction by Dean Mora and directed by Charles Otte (The Devil with Boobs).

Open Fist Presents THE GOOD WOMAN OF SETZUAN, Previews 5/28
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 27, 2010


The Open Fist Theatre Company presents the third show in their 2010 season, a new adaptation of Bertolt Brecht's classic THE GOOD WOMAN OF SETZUAN, translated by Eric Bentley with original music by Elizabeth Swados (Runaways), musical direction by Dean Mora and directed by Charles Otte (The Devil with Boobs).

Open Fist Presents THE GOOD WOMAN OF SETZUAN
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 21, 2010


The Open Fist Theatre Company presents the third show in their 2010 season, a new adaptation of Bertolt Brecht's classic THE GOOD WOMAN OF SETZUAN, translated by Eric Bentley with original music by Elizabeth Swados (Runaways), musical direction by Dean Mora and directed by Charles Otte (The Devil with Boobs).

WNYC’s The Jerome L. Greene Performance Space Presents The Garson Kanin Fest
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2010


Six decades ago, GARSON KANIN, director and playwright of productions such as A Man to Remember and Funny Girl, premiered his classic Broadway play, The Rat Race, on the Great White Way. On the play's 60th anniversary, The Greene Space in collaboration with Yorinks Theater Group celebrates the master American storyteller with two days of dialogue, film and a world premiere performance.

WNYC’s The Jerome L. Greene Performance Space Presents The Garson Kanin Fest
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2010


Six decades ago, GARSON KANIN, director and playwright of productions such as A Man to Remember and Funny Girl, premiered his classic Broadway play, The Rat Race, on the Great White Way. On the play's 60th anniversary, The Greene Space in collaboration with Yorinks Theater Group celebrates the master American storyteller with two days of dialogue, film and a world premiere performance.

Frist Center for the Visual Arts Announces Upcoming Events Thru May 15, 2010
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2010


The Frist Center for the Visual Arts has announced its upcoming events through May 15, 2010.

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Plays TPAC's Andrew Jackson Hall 6/15-20
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 14, 2010


Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the award-winning worldwide smash hit Broadway musical, is coming to Nashville as a special of the HCA/TriStar Broadway at TPAC series and presented by Miller and Martin PLLC.

WNYC’s The Jerome L. Greene Performance Space Presents The Garson Kanin Fest
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 13, 2010


Six decades ago, GARSON KANIN, director and playwright of productions such as A Man to Remember and Funny Girl, premiered his classic Broadway play, The Rat Race, on the Great White Way. On the play's 60th anniversary, The Greene Space in collaboration with Yorinks Theater Group celebrates the master American storyteller with two days of dialogue, film and a world premiere performance.

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The Best Man - 1960 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1960 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Play Joseph Anthony
1960 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play Melvyn Douglas
1960 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play Lee Tracy
1960 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play Leora Dana
1960 Tony Awards Best Play Gore Vidal
1960 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design of a Play Jo Mielziner

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