Fame 1974 - Articles Page 2.6

Opened: November 18, 1974
Closing: November 18, 1974

Fame - 1974 - Broadway History , Info & More

John Golden Theatre (Broadway)
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An unmistakable title from the unforgettable film and television franchise, Fame The Musical inspired generations to fight for fame and light up the sky like a flame! Conceived and developed by David De Silva – now known affectionately to the planet as "Father Fame" – this high-octane musical features the Academy Award-winning title song and a host of other catchy pop numbers.



The show follows the final class of New York City's celebrated High School for the Performing Arts from their admission in 1980 to their graduation in 1984. All of the struggles, fears and triumphs – from prejudice to substance abuse – are depicted with razor-sharp focus as the young artists navigate the worlds of music, drama and dance.



Fame is an international sensation that continues to reach new generations of performers and audience members. The show provides great opportunities to feature a diverse talent pool and showcase artistic mediums like dancing, singing, acting, rapping and musicianship.



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Steely Dan's Grammy-Winning 'Gaucho' Returns To Vinyl In December; Personally Overseen By Donald Fagen
by Michael Major - Oct 3, 2023


The title would not only mark their final release under MCA Records but also their last studio album for 20 years. Featuring the Top 10 hit “Hey Nineteen,” plus such classic cuts as “Babylon Sisters” and “Time Out of Mind,” Gaucho also boasts a who's who of legendary guest musicians, including Mark Knopfler, Michael McDonald and Bernard Purdie.

Kentucky Performing Arts Reveals New 40th Anniversary Season
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2023


Kentucky Performing Arts celebrates its 40th arts season with a wide variety of exciting and diverse entertainment offerings at The Kentucky Center, the historic Brown Theatre and Old Forester’s Paristown Hall. Learn more about the full season and how to get tickets here!

BINGE FREE FESTIVAL Starts October 15 At Santa Monica Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 31, 2023


Santa Monica Playhouse has been a cultural treasure in the seaside community for 63 years. Now, the Playhouse is giving love back with its Eighth Annual Binge Free Festival, five weeks of free performances, workshops, and music in Santa Monica's ONLY fringe festival. The BFF's primary focus is on Santa Monica and Los Angeles-based artists, but there will be exciting international artists on view as well.

Interview: Bob Mackie talks THE ART OF BOB MACKIE at Provincetown Public Library
by R. Scott Reedy - Aug 25, 2023


With a career in films, television, and stage spanning six decades, Bob Mackie had long secured his status as an iconic costume and fashion designer when he won his first Tony Award for Best Costume Design of a Musical for “The Cher Show” in 2019.

Eli Paperboy Reed Shares New Single 'IDKWYCTD (I Came To Play)'
by Michael Major - Aug 15, 2023


Eli Paperboy Reed unveils the second single, “IDKWYCTD (I Came to Play),” from his forthcoming album Hits And Misses: The Singles. The high-energy, anthemic party starter, “IDKWYCTD (I Came to Play),” one of three originals featured on the album, was featured in Disney's Marvel comic series, Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur.

Review Roundup: THE SHARK IS BROKEN Opens On Broadway- See What The Critics Are Saying!
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 10, 2023


THE SHARK IS BROKEN officially opens tonight at Broadway's Golden Theatre for a strictly limited 16-week engagement. Read the reviews!

Ensemble Cast Revealed For THE WIZ Ahead of National Tour and Broadway Run
by Stephi Wild - Aug 2, 2023


The complete ensemble cast has been announced for the all-new production of the Tony Award-winning musical The Wiz! The casting comes in advance of the musical's national tour, which kicks off this fall before returning to Broadway in the Spring of 2024.

Don Felder Comes to Mayo Performing Arts Center Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jul 12, 2023


Don Felder, former lead guitarist of The Eagles, performs at Mayo Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, August 9 at 8 pm. Tickets are $39-$69.

Cheap Trick Announces Fall Tour Dates
by Michael Major - Jul 11, 2023


 Cheap Trick have announced fall tour dates that will begin October 2 at Springfield, MO’s Gillioz Theatre and then make stops across the country through the month. Cheap Trick is currently poised for a busy summer schedule that includes North American headline shows, festivals, benefits, and a tour as special guest to Rod Stewart.

Ronald Naldi Will Celebrate His 50th Anniversary Season With A Solo Recital At The Bishop Janes Tabernacle
by Stephi Wild - Jul 11, 2023


On Sunday, July 23, Mr. Naldi will celebrate his 50th anniversary season, with a special solo recital at the Bishop Janes Tabernacle. Showtime is 3 PM, and the recital is free. Bishop Janes Tabernacle is located on Auditorium Square in Ocean Grove, NJ.

Video: Barbra Streisand Accepts the Ruth Bader Ginsburg Woman of Leadership Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 10, 2023


Watch Barbra Streisand's acceptance speech for the Ruth Bader Ginsburg Woman of Leadership Award.

Deertrees Theatre to Launch 87th 'Mainest' Theatrical Summer With ALMOST MAINE & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 5, 2023


Historic Deertrees Theatre, Maine’s most enchanting playhouse, is launching its 87th theatrical summer with the 'Mainest' of plays, 'John Cariani's 'Almost, Maine,' this weekend, kicking off a season of spectacular entertainment ahead.

Eli Paperboy Reed To Release 'Hits and Misses: The Singles'
by Michael Major - Jun 28, 2023


Featuring songs that were previously only available as 45 rpm singles at the merch table during Reed’s international tours, this 11-track remastered collection features vividly reimagined covers spanning every genre as well as a trio of originals not on any album. 

Renee Fleming, Billy Crystal, Dionne Warwick, and More Will Receive Kennedy Center Honors
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2023


The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has announced the selection of five Honorees who will receive the 46th Kennedy Center Honors for lifetime artistic achievements. Learn more about the honorees here!

Alice Cooper Comes to Overture This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Jun 15, 2023


School's out for summer… making it the perfect time to rock and roll during An Evening with Alice Cooper on Thursday, Aug. 10 at 8 p.m. in Overture Hall.

Deborah Cox and Melody A. Betts Join THE WIZ on Broadway and Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jun 13, 2023


Additional casting has been announced for The Wiz, coming to Broadway next year following a national tour. Award-winning recording artist Deborah Cox will take on the role of Glinda with Melody A. Betts as Aunt Em and Evillene.

The Lewisville Grand Theater Reveals June Event Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Jun 7, 2023


The Lewisville Grand Theater has announced six engagements for June. Learn more about the lineup here!

City Winery Boston Presents Jorma Kaukonen In Concert
by A.A. Cristi - May 25, 2023


City Winery Boston is welcoming rock and roll legend Jorma Kaukonen live in concert on Friday, June 23rd at 8:00 PM.

Review: TREEMONISHA at Opera Theatre Of Saint Louis
by Steve Callahan - May 23, 2023


Last Saturday Opera Theatre of St. Louis premiered a new adaptation of Scott Joplin’s legendary opera Treemonisha.  It is a bright and worthy addition to our recent flurry of adoration of some of America’s major black composers;  the Black Rep closed their stunningly fine evening of Eubie Blake’s music three days earlier.

Beck Center For The Arts Reveals Historic 90th Anniversary Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2023


Beck Center for the Arts has announced its historic 90th Anniversary, and the 2023-2024 Professional Theater Season. Learn more about the full season lineup here!

Review: THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES DREAM ON at Castle Craig Players
by Sean Fallon - May 14, 2023


On Saturday, May 13, 2023, I had the pleasure of seeing yet another first-rate installment of playwright Roger Bean’s Marvelous Wonderettes jukebox musical series, THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES DREAM ON, as put on by the Castle Craig Players, at the Almira F. Stephan Memorial Playhouse, in Meriden, CT. 

Chicago Theatres To Dim Lights; Hold Memorial in Honor of Late Frank Galati
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023


Several major theatres across the Chicago-area will dim their marquees or lobby lights on the evening of Saturday, May 13, 2023 in tribute to late playwright, director, actor and educator Frank Galati, who passed away January 2, 2023 at the age of 79.

Charleston Gaillard Center Reveals Largest Performance Lineup To Date
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2023


The Charleston Gaillard Center announced its largest season ever for the 2023–2024 programming year with more than 40 shows spanning dance, music, theater, comedy, arts festivals, and family programming from leading local, national, and international artists and organizations.

LENA Starring Jon Culshaw and Erin Armstrong Will Debut at The Edinburgh Festival Fringe
by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2023


This August will see LENA, the new play by BAFTA and Olivier Award winner Tim Whitnall, come to the Assembly George Square playing throughout the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Trinity Rep Presents SWEENEY TODD
by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2023


Trinity Repertory Company concludes its 2022-23 Season with the award-winning musical Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a book by Hugh Wheeler. Directed by Curt Columbus, Sweeney Todd runs at Trinity Rep in the Dowling Theater from May 25 through June 25, 2023.

Fame FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Fame have there been?
Fame has had 1 productions including Broadway which opened in 1974.

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