Follies 2007 - Articles Page 18

Ages: 10+
Opened: February 8, 2007
Closing: February 11, 2007

Follies - 2007 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

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A true theatrical event, this legendary masterpiece is considered by many to be the greatest musical ever created.brbrThe time is 1971, and theatrical impresario Dimitri Weissmann (famous for his garish Weissmann Follies of yesteryear) hosts a reunion of ex-Follies performers in his crumbling theatre, setting the stage for a parade of brilliant '20s, '30s and '40s pastiche numbers that have become every bit as famous as their models: "Losing My Mind," "I'm Still Here" and "Broadway Baby," to name a few. Amid the reminiscing, two middle-aged couples confront some unpleasant truths about their past and present and come face to face with the future.brbrSurreal, sophisticated, compelling, heart-wrenching and epic in scope, "Follies" uses the musical theatre as a metaphor for the collapse of American innocence and naivete in the post-Kennedy years. It is a showcase for powerful dramatic actors, featuring a large cast rich in character, which provides opportunities for seasoned older performers.

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Follies - 2007 - Off-Broadway Articles Page 18

Ivey & O'Hara Read 'Selected Shorts' at Westport on Nov.6
by BWW News Desk - Oct 23, 2007


Actors Judith Ivey and Kelli O'Hara will read short fiction from 'The Best American Short Stories 2007,' edited by the best-selling author and pop culture icon Stephen King, in 'Selected Shorts,' a live version of the renowned PRI show of the same name, on Tuesday, November 6 at 8PM, at Westport Country Playhouse.

Playwrights Horizons to Premiere 'Doris to Darlene'
by BWW News Desk - Oct 1, 2007


Playwrights Horizons has announced additional casting and details for the third production of its 2007/2008 Season, the World Premiere of Doris To Darlene, A Cautionary Valentine, a new play by Jordan Harrison.

Victoria Clark Opens Orange County Cabaret Series Oct. 11-14
by BWW News Desk - Sep 22, 2007


Broadway diva Victoria Clark opens the star-studded 2007-2008 Cabaret series at the Orange County Performing Artscenter October 11 to 14, 2007 in the intimate ambience of Samueli Theater.

Brian Stokes Mitchell - Going, Going...Gone!
by BWW News Desk - Sep 5, 2007


The Actors Fund announced today that Tony Award-winner Brian Stokes Mitchell will take to the stage at Carnegie Hall for the very first time as a solo artist on October 15th, 2007.

Victoria Clark Opens OCPAC Cabaret
by James Sims - Aug 31, 2007


Broadway diva Victoria Clark opens the star-studded 2007-2008 Cabaret series at the Orange County Performing Artscenter October 11 to 14, 2007 in the intimate ambiance of Samueli Theater...

Sondheim's 'Side By Side' Is All About The Songs
by Nancy Grossman - Jul 13, 2007


New Repertory Theatre sashays onto the summer scene with a delectable side dish

Stewart F. Lane: Let's Put on a Show!
by Eugene Lovendusky - Jul 1, 2007


Tony Award-winning producer, Stewart F. Lane (Thoroughly Modern Millie, La Cage aux Folles) and co-owner of The Palace Theatre, introduces his new book 'Let's Put on a Show!' an engaging and entertaining reference guide for theatrical producing novices.

PBS to Present Company Revival on Great Performances?
by BWW News Desk - Jun 28, 2007


Variety reports that Company, which won the 2007 Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical, may be presented on PBS' 'Great Performances' series.

Pedi, Vidnovic, Brinberg, Etc. to Play Metropolitan Room
by BWW News Desk - Jun 25, 2007


The Metropolitan Room, the popular cabaret located at 34 W. 22nd St., has announced a partial July line-up of performers

Curtains Celebrates 100th Bway Performance June 16
by BWW News Desk - Jun 14, 2007


Curtains will play its 100th performance on Broadway at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre on Saturday, June 16th at 8pm. The show opened on March 22, 2007 at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre

Photo Coverage: Stewart Lane B&N Signing
by BWW - Jun 14, 2007


On Thursday, June 7th at Barnes & Noble Lincoln Center, 2007 Tony Award-nominee, and three-time Tony Award-winning Broadway Producer Stewart Lane, joined by Tony-winner Leslie Uggams, Tony-nominee Dee Hoty and acclaimed vocalist Julie Budd, took part in a performance, discussion and signing.

Photo Coverage: Barnes & Noble Celebrates the Tony Awards
by Mark Rupp - Jun 8, 2007


On Thursday, June 7th at Barnes & Noble Lincoln Center, 2007 Tony Award-nominee, and three-time Tony Award-winning Broadway Producer Stewart Lane, joined by Tony-winner Leslie Uggams, Tony-nominee Dee Hoty and acclaimed vocalist Julie Budd took part in 'Let's Put on a Show!.'

Young Frankenstein Announces Cast; To Open at Hilton November 8
by BWW News Desk - Jun 8, 2007


The New Mel Brooks Musical Young Frankenstein, a new musical comedy from the creative team of the 12-time Tony Award winning smash The Producers, will open on Broadway November 8th 2007 at the Hilton Theatre (213 W 42nd St). Previews begin October 11th 2007. The production stars Roger Bart (Dr. Frederick Frankenstein), Megan Mullally (Elizabeth), Sutton Foster (Inga), Shuler Hensley (The Monster), Fred Applegate (Kemp) and Christopher Fitzgerald (Igor).

Frank Rich to Interview Stephen Sondheim at UCLA in '08
by BWW News Desk - Jun 7, 2007


UCLA Live's 2007-2008 Spoken Word Series season will include a rare and eagerly anticipated interview of legendary composer/lyricist Stephen Sondheim by The New York Times' columnist Frank Rich.

Smith, Huffman, Bryggman, Etc. Set for 'Surface to Air'
by BWW News Desk - Jun 6, 2007


Casting has been announced for the world premiere of David Epstein's Surface to Air, directed by Tony Award-winner James Naughton, July 11 - August 5, 2007 at Symphony Space

Craig, Bohon, Etc. Set for BSC's Summer '07 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2007


Bernstein, Laurents and Sondheim, Shaffer and Chekhov headline Barrington Stage Company's 2007 summer MainStage season: West Side Story (June 13 - July 14), Black Comedy (July 19 - August 4) and Uncle Vanya (August 9 - 26) will be presented in the company's fully renovated theatre at 30 Union Street in Pittsfield.

Curtains Cast Recording to be Released June 5
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2007


Broadway Angel / Manhattan Records will release the Original Broadway Cast Recording of the new musical Curtains on June 5, 2007

NYMF Announces 18 Musicals for Next Link Project
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2007


The New York Musical Theatre Festival (NYMF) is pleased to announce the first 18 new musicals selected for this year's fourth-annual New York Musical Theatre Festival, September 17 through October 7, 2007.

Waldrop to Direct Abingdon Benefit Up Close & Personal
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2007


Abingdon Theatre Company will present Up Close & Personal on Monday, May 21, 2007 at 7:30 PM at the Abingdon Theatre Arts Complex, June Havoc Theatre

Waterston, Leavel, Mazzie, Etc. Set for New 42 Follies
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2007


On Monday, May 21, 2007, current Broadway stars that have rehearsed at the New 42nd Street Studios will perform songs from their shows at the New Victory Theater (209 West 42nd Street) as part of the first-ever 'New 42 Follies,' a benefit for The New 42nd Street.

'Side by Side Sondheim' to Run April 26-July 14 in London
by BWW News Desk - Apr 19, 2007


Side by Side by Sondheim, a celebration of the works of Stephen Sondheim, will enjoy a limited 12-week run at the Venue Theatre in London, from April 26 - July 14, 2007, with Opening Night scheduled for Tuesday, May 1. The production will be the first major West End revival in 30 years. The show is produced by The Musical of Musicals (The Musical!) producers Neil Laidlaw (NML Productions) and Melanie Herman.

Theatre Wing to Honor Channing, Jones & Tune, June 4
by BWW News Desk - Apr 3, 2007


The American Theatre Wing will honor Carol Channing, James Earl Jones and Tommy Tune at its Annual Spring Gala on Monday, June 4, 2007.

BroadwayWorld End-of-Season Book Report
by Naomi Plume - Jul 4, 2008


I don't think that we've ever given out so many four and five star reviews and there's a lot of exciting reading and buying of books, as well as gift-giving ahead...

Drowsy Chaperone to Welcome LaManna, Davi, Worley
by BWW News Desk - Mar 27, 2007


Broadway's five-time Tony Award-winning hit musical The Drowsy Chaperone will welcome a trio of leading ladies in the coming months.

NY is the 'Fugue' State for Judith Ivey
by TJ Fitzgerald - Mar 23, 2007


Director/Actress Judith Ivey Talks about her latest project.

Follies FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Follies have there been?
Follies has had 20 productions including Broadway which opened in 1971, Broadway which opened in 1971, US Tour which opened in 1972, Off-Broadway which opened in 1976, Regional (US) which opened in 1983, Off-Broadway which opened in 1985, West End which opened in 1987, Regional (US) which opened in 1988, Los Angeles which opened in 1990, Regional (US) which opened in 1995, West End which opened in 1996, Milburn, NJ (Regional) which opened in 1998, Broadway which opened in 2001, Broadway which opened in 2001, London Fringe which opened in 2002, Off-Broadway which opened in 2007, Washington, DC (Regional) which opened in 2011, Broadway which opened in 2011, West End which opened in 2017 and West End which opened in 2019.

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