Evita Tour 1980 - Articles Page 8

Ages: 12+
Opened: January 13, 1980
Closing: unknown

Evita - 1980 - US Tour History , Info & More

Argentina’s controversial First Lady is the subject of this dynamic musical masterpiece. Driven by ambition and blessed with charisma, Eva Peron was destined to leave a fascinating political legacy unique in the 20th century. Told through a compelling score that fuses haunting chorales with exuberant Latin, pop and jazz influences, Evita creates an arresting theatrical portrait as complex as the woman herself.

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VIDEO: Mandy Patinkin Talks HOMELAND, Broadway & More on 60 MINUTES; Watch Full Segment
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 17, 2014


Viewers found out everything about Mandy Patinkin - and then some - when Simon profiled the accomplished singer, stage, film and television actor on last night's edition of 60 MINUTES on the CBS. Watch the full segment below!

Light Opera Works Presents COLE PORTER'S GREATEST HITS, Now thru 10/12
by BWW News Desk - Oct 3, 2014


Light Opera Works will present COLE PORTER'S GREATEST HITS today, October 3 through 12 at the Nichols Concert Hall in Evanston.

THEATRICAL THROWBACK THURSDAY: EVITA's 35th Broadway Birthday
by Pat Cerasaro - Oct 2, 2014


Today we are celebrating 35 years of one of Broadway's most iconic musicals and turning our attention to a popular and recognizable show featuring one of the most memorable title roles in history, EVITA.

First Broadway Revival of CHILDREN OF A LESSER GOD to Open in 2015-16 Season; Kenny Leon to Direct
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 29, 2014


Producer Hal Luftig announced today the first-ever Broadway revival of the Tony Award-winning play Children of a Lesser God. Written by Tony Award-winner and Academy Award nominee Mark Medoff and directed by this year's Tony Award-winner Kenny Leon, Children of a Lesser God will open in the upcoming 2015-2016 Broadway season.

Broadway's David Burnham and Valerie Perri Headline Sterling's Upstairs at the Federal, 9/21
by Sally Henry Fuller - Sep 20, 2014


Continuing its 8 year reign as the most critically acclaimed, award-winning supper club of its kind in the greater Los Angeles area dedicated to presenting the best of Broadway Performers and Nightclub Artists in concert, Sterling's Upstairs at The Federal welcomes Broadway's David Burnham and Valerie Perri in their co-headlining concert debut of Together Again for the First Time, an evening of non-stop Broadway showstoppers with Musical Direction by Mark Vogel at Sterling's Upstairs at The Federal in the NoHo Arts District of North Hollywood Sunday, September 21, 2014.

Suzanne Shaw Joins Paul Nicholas in BLOCKBUSTER THE MUSICAL World Premiere at the Orchard Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Sep 11, 2014


Suzanne Shaw is to join Paul Nicholas to star in the world premiere of BLOCKBUSTER The Musical, featuring the chart- busting hits of the legendary song-writing team Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman, who dominated the pop world in the 1970's and 1980's.

Dee Hoty and More Star in Walnut Street Theatre's 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL, Beginning Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Sep 2, 2014


Walnut Street Theatre opens its landmark 206th season with the wildly entertaining 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL. Directed by Bruce Lumpkin, with choreography by Michelle Gaudette, this outrageous musical comedy begins previews tonight, September 2nd, opens on September 10th and runs through October 19th on the Walnut's Mainstage.

9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL to Open Walnut's 206th Anniversary Season,
by BWW News Desk - Sep 2, 2014


Walnut Street Theatre opens its landmark 206th season with the wildly entertaining 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL. Directed by Bruce Lumpkin, with choreography by Michelle Gaudette, this outrageous musical comedy begins previews on September 2nd, opens on September 10th and runs through October 19th on the Walnut's Mainstage.

Light Opera Works to Present COLE PORTER'S GREATEST HITS, 10/3-12
by BWW News Desk - Aug 27, 2014


Light Opera Works will present COLE PORTER'S GREATEST HITS October 3 through 12 at the Nichols Concert Hall in Evanston.

Dee Hoty, Paul Schoeffler and More to Star in Walnut Street Theatre's 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL This Fall
by BWW News Desk - Aug 20, 2014


Walnut Street Theatre opens its landmark 206th season with the wildly entertaining 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL. Directed by Bruce Lumpkin, with choreography by Michelle Gaudette, this outrageous musical comedy begins previews on September 2nd, opens on September 10th and runs through October 19th on the Walnut's Mainstage.

BWW Profile: Mandy Patinkin Emmy-Nominated Star of Stage and Screen
by Matt Tamanini - Aug 18, 2014


Today, we take a look back at the incredible career of award-winning stage and television icon Mandy Patinkin; from Broadway shows including EVITA, SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE, and THE SECRET GARDEN, to television dramas like CHICAO HOPE, CRIMINAL MINDS, and HOMELAND, to films including YENTL, ALIEN NATION, and THE PRINCESS BRIDE.

9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL to Open Walnut's 206th Anniversary Season,
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 11, 2014


Walnut Street Theatre opens its landmark 206th season with the wildly entertaining 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL. Directed by Bruce Lumpkin, with choreography by Michelle Gaudette, this outrageous musical comedy begins previews on September 2nd, opens on September 10th and runs through October 19th on the Walnut's Mainstage.

Mandy Patinkin Coming Back to Broadway in 2015?
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 29, 2014


The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra today announced that stage and screen star Mandy Patinkin just withdrew from an upcoming appearance on January 22, 2015 due to a scheduling conflict with an upcoming Broadway production. Patinkin has been replaced by Jason Alexander in the program, which will be held at Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. Which show Patinkin will return to Broadway in has yet to be announced.

FLASH FRIDAY: Patti LuPone Pandemonium! EVITA To 54 Below
by Pat Cerasaro - Jul 25, 2014


Today we are saluting one of Broadway's best-loved leading ladies in honor of her new cabaret show kicking off this week at 54 Below, the one and only Patti LuPone.

CATS, Starring Elizabeth Stanley, Ken T. Prymus and More, Opens Tonight at Pittsburgh CLO
by BWW News Desk - Jul 18, 2014


Jellicle cats come one, come all! Join the Jellicle Ball, today, July 18 through July 27 with Pittsburgh CLO's production of CATS! A talented company of felines will bring Andrew Lloyd Webber's mysterious masterpiece to life on the Benedum Center stage.

BWW Interviews: TUTS Puts the Whore Back in WHOREHOUSE, Takes Out Damn
by Katricia Lang - Jul 9, 2014


THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE IN TEXAS is a light-hearded musical based on the notorious Texas born brothel 'Chicken Ranch.' Thanks to a silent agreement between the madam, Miss Mona Stangley, and Sheriff Ed Earl Dodd (based on good ol' boy Sheriff Jim Flournoy), things are all quiet on the range. But when flashy, young reporter Melvin P. Thorpe (based on the late, great Houstonite Marvin Zindler) reveals the ranch to the town, sparks fly high in the heart of Texas.

Suzanne Shaw Joins Paul Nicholas in BLOCKBUSTER THE MUSICAL World Premiere at the Orchard Theatre, Sept 11; UK Tour Kicks Off Sept 22
by BWW News Desk - Jul 2, 2014


Suzanne Shaw is to join Paul Nicholas to star in the world premiere of BLOCKBUSTER The Musical, featuring the chart- busting hits of the legendary song-writing team Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman, who dominated the pop world in the 1970's and 1980's.

30 Days Of The 2014 Tony Awards: Day #22 - CATS
by Pat Cerasaro - May 18, 2014


Today we continue the 2014 edition of our annual BroadwayWorld feature series spotlighting the very best Tony Awards-related moments of all time with a special spotlight on a multi-Tony Award-winning Broadway musical unlike any other, CATS.

BWW Reviews: Theatre Under the Stars' EVITA has Gorgeous Heart and Grit
by David Clarke - May 7, 2014


EVITA began as a rock opera concept album. The success of the album led to the 1978 production on London's West End and the 1979 production on Broadway. With a slew of regional productions, revivals, and tours, EVITA continues to capture the hearts of audiences, and the U.S. National Tour of the 2012 Broadway Revival production is a prime example of why.

ONCE, KINKY BOOTS, JOSEPH and More Set for TPAC's 2014-2015 Season
by BWW News Desk - Apr 25, 2014


The Tennessee Performing Arts Center announced on Thursday the seven Broadway titles in its upcoming 2014-15 HCA/TriStar Health Broadway at TPAC series as well as several special engagements.

WAKE UP with BroadwayWorld - Monday, April 21, 2014 - 'AUTUMN', ANNAPURNA, Anti-Piracy and More!
by Jessica Showers - Apr 21, 2014


Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it? Today's big news: THE VELOCITY OF AUTUMN opens on Broadway, ANNAPURNA opens off-Broadway and more!

Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra Performs with MANDY PATINKIN Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Apr 5, 2014


Before he was an Emmy-winning TV star, Mandy Patinkin was already a Tony-winning Broadway legend. The acclaimed actor, singer and storyteller will appear on the Heinz Hall stage with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra tonight, April 5 at 8 p.m. in his most electrifying role - concert performer.

Mandy Patinkin Performs With Pittsburgh Symphony at Heinz Hall Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Apr 5, 2014


Before he was an Emmy-winning TV star, Mandy Patinkin was already a Tony-winning Broadway legend. The acclaimed actor, singer and storyteller will appear on the Heinz Hall stage with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra tonight, April 5 at 8 p.m. in his most electrifying role - concert performer.

Broadway's Mandy Patinkin Plays the Van Wezel Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Apr 1, 2014


Broadway's master song-man, Mandy Patinkin, accompanied by Paul Ford on piano, brings his critically acclaimed theatre performance to the Van Wezel tonight, April 1, 2014.

Broadway's Mandy Patinkin to Play Van Wezel, 4/1
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 21, 2014


Broadway's master song-man, Mandy Patinkin, accompanied by Paul Ford on piano, brings his critically acclaimed theatre performance to the Van Wezel on April 1, 2014.

Other Productions of Evita

1978   West End Original London Production
West End
1979   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1980   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
1980   US Tour 2nd National Tour
US Tour
1982   US Tour 3rd National Tour
US Tour
1996   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
1998   US Tour 20th Anniversary Tour
US Tour
2004   US Tour Touring Revival
US Tour
2006   West End London Revival
West End
2012   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2013   US Tour Touring Revival
US Tour
2014   West End West End Revival
West End
2017   West End West End Revival
West End
2017   South African production
2019   West End Regent's Park Open Air Theatre London Revival
West End
2019   Off-Broadway New York City Center Annual Gala Presentation
Off-Broadway

Evita - 1980 US Tour Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1980 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Andrew Lloyd Webber
1980 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Tim Rice
1980 Tony Awards Best Choreography Larry Fuller
1980 Tony Awards Best Costume Design Harold Prince
1980 Tony Awards Best Costume Design Timothy O'Brien
1980 Tony Awards Best Costume Design Tazeena Firth
1980 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Harold Prince
1980 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design David Hersey
1980 Tony Awards Best Musical Robert Stigwood
1980 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Andrew Lloyd Webber
1980 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Tim Rice
1980 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Bob Gunton
1980 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design Tazeena Firth

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