The 39 Steps 2008 - Articles Page 1.8

Run Time:
1 hour and 47 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 9+
Opened: January 15, 2008
Closing: January 10, 2010

The 39 Steps - 2008 - Broadway History , Info & More

Alfred Hitchcock's classic spy thriller, The 39 Steps, brilliantly and hilariously recreated as the smash hit Olivier Award Winning Best New Comedy. This blissfully funny show follows the incredible adventures of our handsome hero Richard Hannay, complete with stiff-upper-lip, British gung-ho and pencil moustache as he encounters dastardly murders, double-crossing secret agents, and, of course, devastatingly beautiful women. This wonderfully inventive and gripping comedy thriller features four fearless actors, playing 139 roles in 100 minutes of fast-paced fun and thrilling action.

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Dratch, Pack, Zweibel And More Will Join THE 39 Steps' HITCHCOCK MEETS HILARIOUS Summer Talkback Series
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2009


Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS, Broadway's longest running comedy, continues its 'Hitchcock Meets Hilarious' Talkback Tuesday series tonight with Alan Zweibel (Original writer, 'Saturday Night Live,' writer, Billy Crystal's 700 Sundays, author, Clothing Optional) joining cast members of the Tony Award-winning comedy for a post-show discussion.

THE 39 STEPS Celebrates The Second Annual 'Alfred Hitchock Month' In September
by Yosi Merves - August 21, 2009


Broadway's THE 39 STEPS Celebrates Alfred Hitchcock Month in September!

The NY Times, The LA Times, Variety & San Diego Union Tribune Feature Articles About THE 39 STEPS
by Gabrielle Sierra - August 19, 2009


Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS, Broadway's longest running play, is making headlines this week on both coasts.

Cohen Guests At THE 39 Steps' HITCHCOCK MEETS HILARIOUS Summer Talkback Series 8/18
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2009


Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS, Broadway's longest running comedy, continues its 'Hitchcock Meets Hilarious' Talkback Tuesday series tonight with Alan Zweibel (Original writer, 'Saturday Night Live,' writer, Billy Crystal's 700 Sundays, author, Clothing Optional) joining cast members of the Tony Award-winning comedy for a post-show discussion.

Dratch, Pack, Zweibel And More Will Join THE 39 Steps' HITCHCOCK MEETS HILARIOUS Summer Talkback Series
by BWW News Desk - August 11, 2009


Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS, Broadway's longest running comedy, continues its 'Hitchcock Meets Hilarious' Talkback Tuesday series tonight with Alan Zweibel (Original writer, 'Saturday Night Live,' writer, Billy Crystal's 700 Sundays, author, Clothing Optional) joining cast members of the Tony Award-winning comedy for a post-show discussion.

THE 39 STEPS Continues 'Hitchcock Meets Hilarious' Talkback With Karith Foster Joining The Cast 8/4
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 31, 2009


Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS, Broadway's longest running comedy, continues its 'Hitchcock Meets Hilarious' Talkback Tuesday series on August 4 with Karith Foster (comedian, 'Imus in the Morning') joining cast members of the Tony Award-winning comedy for a post-show discussion.

THE 39 STEPS Continues 'Hitchcock Meets Hilarious' Talkback With Rachel Dratch 7/28
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2009


Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS, Broadway's longest running comedy, continues its 'Hitchcock Meets Hilarious' Talkback Tuesday series on July 28 with Rachel Dratch (actress/comedian, 'Saturday Night Live,' Minsky's) joining cast members of the Tony Award-winning comedy for a post-show discussion.

THE 39 STEPS Continues 'Hitchcock Meets Hilarious' Talkback With Rachel Dratch Joining The Cast 7/28
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 23, 2009


Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS, Broadway's longest running comedy, continues its 'Hitchcock Meets Hilarious' Talkback Tuesday series on July 28 with Rachel Dratch (actress/comedian, 'Saturday Night Live,' Minsky's) joining cast members of the Tony Award-winning comedy for a post-show discussion.

THE 39 STEPS Continues 'Hitchcock Meets Hilarious' Talkback With Liz Tuccillo Joining Cast Members 7/21
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 20, 2009


Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS, Broadway's longest running comedy, continues its 'Hitchcock Meets Hilarious' Talkback Tuesday series tomorrow night with Liz Tuccillo (co-writer, He's Just Not That Into You) joining cast members of the Tony Award-winning comedy for a post-show discussion.

THE 39 STEPS Continues 'Hitchcock Meets Hilarious' Talkback With Eugene Pack Joining The Cast 7/14
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 13, 2009


Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS, Broadway's longest running comedy, continues its 'Hitchcock Meets Hilarious' Talkback Tuesday series tomorrow night with Eugene Pack (creator, producer, performer and host of the Off-Broadway hit comedy sensation Celebrity Autobiography: In Their Own Words) joining cast members of the Tony Award-winning comedy for a post-show discussion.

Dratch, Pack, Zweibel And More Will Join THE 39 Steps' HITCHCOCK MEETS HILARIOUS Summer Talkback Series
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 7, 2009


Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS, Broadway's longest running comedy, continues its 'Hitchcock Meets Hilarious' Talkback Tuesday series tonight with Alan Zweibel (Original writer, 'Saturday Night Live,' writer, Billy Crystal's 700 Sundays, author, Clothing Optional) joining cast members of the Tony Award-winning comedy for a post-show discussion.

The 39 Steps Hitchcock Meets Hilarious Talkbacks Continue Tonight With Michele Balan Joining Cast
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 30, 2009


Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS, Broadway's longest running comedy, continues its 'Hitchcock Meets Hilarious' Talkback Tuesday series tonight with Michele Balan ('Last Comic Standing 4,' Stand-UP 360) joining cast members of the Tony Award-winning comedy for a post-show discussion.

THE 39 STEPS Continues Hitchcock Meets Hilarious Talkback With Frank DeCaro 6/23
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 22, 2009


Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS, Broadway's longest running comedy, continues its 'Hitchcock Meets Hilarious' Talkback Tuesday series tomorrow night with Frank DeCaro ('The Daily Show,' 'The Frank DeCaro Show' on Sirius XM Satellite Radio) joining cast members of the Tony Award-winning comedy for a post-show discussion.

The 39 Steps Continues Talkbacks With Comedian Christian Finnegan & Cast On 6/16
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 15, 2009


Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS, Broadway's longest running comedy, continues its 'Hitchcock Meets Hilarious' Talkback Tuesday series tomorrow night with Christian Finnegan (VH1's 'Best Week Ever') joining cast members of the Tony Award-winning comedy for a post-show discussion.

Photo Flash: Jill Paice Joins THE 39 STEPS
by Charlie Piane - June 10, 2009


Jill Paice (Curtains, The Woman in White, A Little Night Music) recently joined the cast of Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS, Broadway's longest running comedy, playing the roles of Annabella Schmidt, Pamela and Margaret. Now in its second smash year, the Tony Award-winning quick change comedy version of Hitchcock's classic film thriller is playing at the Helen Hayes Theatre (240 West 44th Street). The production also recently played its 500th performance on Broadway.

THE 39 STEPS' Hitchcock Meets Hilarious Talkback Tuesday Series Begins 6/9
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 4, 2009


Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS, Broadway's longest running comedy, is pleased to announce 'Hitchcock Meets Hilarious', a Talkback Tuesday series beginning this Tuesday, June 9. Following the Tuesday evening performance for the next six weeks, the cast of the hit comedy will be joined onstage by New York comedians and prominent Hitchcock aficionados for a discussion about the art of stage comedy and the man himself, Alfred Hitchcock.

Jill Paice Joins Bdwy's 'THE 39 STEPS' 6/2
by BWW News Desk - June 2, 2009


Jill Paice (Curtains, The Woman in White, A Little Night Music) will join the cast of Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS, Broadway's longest running comedy, on Tuesday, June 2. She will be playing the roles of Annabella Schmidt, Pamela and Margaret. Francesca Faridany will play her final performances in the roles on Sunday, May 31.

THE 39 STEPS Plays 500th Performance On Broadway 5/19
by Charlie Piane - May 19, 2009


Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS, Broadway's longest running comedy, plays its 500th performance on Broadway tonight, May 19th. Now in its second smash year, the Tony Award-winning quick change comedy version of Hitchcock's classic film thriller is playing at the Helen Hayes Theatre (240 West 44th Street).

Jill Paice Joins Bdwy's 'THE 39 STEPS' 6/2
by Eddie Varley - May 12, 2009


Jill Paice (Curtains, The Woman in White, A Little Night Music) will join the cast of Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS, Broadway's longest running comedy, on Tuesday, June 2. She will be playing the roles of Annabella Schmidt, Pamela and Margaret. Francesca Faridany will play her final performances in the roles on Sunday, May 31.

THE 39 STEPS Plays Its 400th Performance On 2/20
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 18, 2009


Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS, Broadway's longest running comedy, will play its 400th performance on Friday, February 20th. Now in its second smash year, the Tony Award-winning quick change comedy version of Hitchcock's classic film thriller is playing at the Helen Hayes Theatre (240 West 44th Street). THE 39 STEPS is adapted by Patrick Barlow and directed by Maria Aitken. The production is based on an original concept by Simon Corble and Nobby Dimon and on the book by John Buchan.

Robert Portal Returns To The Role Of Hannay In THE 39 STEPS
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 11, 2009


Robert Portal makes a welcome return to the role of Richard Hannay in Patrick Barlow's adaptation of The 39 Steps, directed by Maria Aitken, currently in its third year at the Criterion Theatre. On Monday 2 February he joined the current cast members Tessa Churchard, Alan Perrin and Nigel Betts in this hilarious 100 minute whodunnit. Robert Portal first played Hannay from April to October 2007. Since that time the production has enjoyed incredible UK and international success and he returns to a role which is currently played by 14 actors in as many countries across the world.

The Chase Begins! Enter to Win Tickets to THE 39 STEPS!
by Eddie Varley - February 6, 2009


We are giving away 2 pairs of tickets to THE 39 STEPS, the winner of two Tony Awards, the Drama Desk Award for Unique Theatrical Experience and the 2007 Olivier Award for Best New Comedy, is adapted by Patrick Barlow and directed by Maria Aitken. The production is based on an original concept by Simon Corble and Nobby Dimon and on the book by John Buchan.

BWW Special Offers: Save Over 50% on THE 39 STEPS!
by Robert Diamond - January 31, 2009


A riotous blend of virtuoso performances and wildly inventive stagecraft, THE 39 STEPS amounts to an unforgettable evening of pure pleasure!

THE 39 STEPS Welcomes Mahon as New 'Hannay' 1/21
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2009


Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS starts its second year on Broadway in a new home and with a new Hannay. Sean Mahon will join the Tony Award-winning quick-change comedy as Richard Hannay on Wednesday, January 21, when the production moves to the Helen Hayes Theatre (240 West 44th Street). Sam Robards will play his final performance as Richard Hannay on January 4 at the Cort Theatre (138 West 48th Street).

The 39 Steps FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The 39 Steps have there been?
The 39 Steps has had 5 productions including West End which opened in 2006, Broadway which opened in 2008, US Tour which opened in 2009, Off-Broadway which opened in 2010 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2015.
What Tony Awards has The 39 Steps been nominated for?
Best Play , , Best Costume Design of a Play for Peter McKintosh, Best Direction of a Play for Maria Aitken, Best Lighting Design of a Play for Kevin AdamsBest Scenic Design of a Play for Peter McKintosh and Best Sound Design of a Play for Mic Pool.
What Tony Awards has The 39 Steps won?
Best Costume Design of a Play for Peter McKintosh, Best Direction of a Play for Maria Aitken, Best Lighting Design of a Play for Kevin Adams, Best Scenic Design of a Play for Peter McKintosh, Best Sound Design of a Play for Mic Pool, .
What awards has The 39 Steps been nominated for?
The 39 Steps has been nominated for several awards. These include Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Kevin Adams, Outstanding Sound Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Mic Pool, Unique Theatrical Experience (Drama Desk Awards) for The 39 Steps, Unique Theatrical Experience (Drama Desk Awards) for Bonnie Comley, Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Maria Aitken, Outstanding Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Kevin Adams, and Outstanding New Broadway Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards).
What awards has The 39 Steps won?
The 39 Steps has won several awards, including Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Kevin Adams, Outstanding Sound Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Mic Pool, and Unique Theatrical Experience (Drama Desk Awards) for The 39 Steps. It also won Unique Theatrical Experience (Drama Desk Awards) for Bonnie Comley, Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Maria Aitken, and Outstanding Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Kevin Adams. Additionally, The 39 Steps won the Outstanding New Broadway Play award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards.

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