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Opened: November 18, 1996
Closing: April 20, 1997

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Todd Carty Set To Play 'Patsy' In UK Tour of SPAMALOT, Tour Kicks Off May 29
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 16, 2010


Howard Panter for The Ambassador Theatre Group and Bill Kenwright present Monty Python's Spamalot: A new musical lovingly ripped off from Monty Python and the Holy Grail by Eric Idle and John Du Prez on their UK Tour from May 29th 2010.

Allison Janney to appear at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey Gala 4/10
by BWW News Desk - Apr 10, 2010


The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey will hold its renowned annual fundraiser gala and cabaret performance on April 10 at the Hilton Short Hills in Short Hills, New Jersey. In addition to kicking off the 2010 Season, The Shakespeare Theatre gala will celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Artistic Director Bonnie J. Monte who took over the ailing company, then known as The New Jersey Shakespeare Festival, in 1990.

Broadway Vet Allison Janney Joins Cast of Upcoming Movie 'The Oranges'
by Samantha Jacobsen - Apr 7, 2010


Variety reports that Broadway star Allison Janney is set to star alongside Hugh Laurie, Catherine Keener, Leighton Meester, Oliver Platt, Alia Shawkat, Adam Brody and Sam Rosen in the upcoming indie dark comedy The Oranges.

Milagro to Collaborate with Staged! on SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD, 6/18-7/3
by BWW News Desk - Mar 30, 2010


Miracle Theatre Group and Staged! Portland's Musical Theatre Series present a collaborative production of SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD

Allison Janney to appear at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey Gala 4/10
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 19, 2010


The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey will hold its renowned annual fundraiser gala and cabaret performance on April 10 at the Hilton Short Hills in Short Hills, New Jersey. In addition to kicking off the 2010 Season, The Shakespeare Theatre gala will celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Artistic Director Bonnie J. Monte who took over the ailing company, then known as The New Jersey Shakespeare Festival, in 1990.

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Announces April Events
by BWW News Desk - Mar 10, 2010


The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall goes retro during April, with shows featuring 1940's Big Bands, 102 Years of Broadway, megahit-makers such as The Beach Boys and Neil Sedaka, and even 'Barbra & Frank' in a fantasy concert that never was.

MGM Mirage Resorts Announce Their Upcoming Entertainment Lineup
by BWW News Desk - Mar 4, 2010


Entertainment/Sports/Special Events Listing for MGM MIRAGE RESORTS: ARIA, Bellagio, Crystals, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, The Mirage, Monte Carlo, New York-New York, Luxor, Excalibur and Circus Circus

Allison Janney Guest Stars on USA's 'In Plain Sight' with Moreno & Weber
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 18, 2010


Broadway veteran and 'West Wing' alumna, Allison Janney is set to guest star on USA Network's drama series 'In Plain Sight' alongside Rita Moreno and Steven Weber. Janney will play a newly-appointed US Marshal for the district who butts heads with Mary (Mary McCormack) in the two episode stint.

Andrea Anders & Allison Janney Tapped for ABC Pilot 'Mr. Sunshine'
by Jeff Dennhardt - Feb 10, 2010


Stage and screen stars Andrea Anders and Allison Janney are being tapped to star in a new ABC pilot series, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The series, entitled 'Mr. Sunshine,' features Anders opposite Matthew Perry's Ben, a San Diego stadium owner who comes to the realization he can no longer skirt by on his charm and good looks.

Positive Motions Concert Series Presents RUSLAN BIRYUKOV & FRIENDS �" CELL ENSEMBLES 2/6/2010
by BWW News Desk - Feb 6, 2010


Alto Polis Music Management & Positive Motions Foundation in association with the Glendale Philharmonic Association and 'Positive Motions' Concert Series will present 'Ruslan Biryukov & Friends - Cello Ensembles,' A Chamber Concert Celebrating The Greatest Music Written For Cellists, including World Premieres compositions written by composers Carol Worthey and Deon Nielson Price, performed by critically acclaimed cello players: Ruslan Biryukov, Maksim Velichkin, Hope Easton, Garik Terzian, August Lee and Patricia Ryan accompanied by pianist Mary Au on Saturday, February 6, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Glendale; 209 N. Louise Street (at Wilson Avenue); Glendale, CA 91206.

MGM Mirage Resorts Announce Upcoming Schedule Of Shows & Events
by BWW News Desk - Feb 4, 2010


MGM MIRAGE RESORTS: MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, ARIA, Crystals, Luxor, Monte Carlo, Excalibur, Circus Circus, Bellagio, The Mirage and New York-New York

Allison Janney to Star in New TV Show 'Mr. Sunshine' with Matthew Perry
by Movies News Desk - Jan 29, 2010


According to The Hollywood Reporter, stage and screen actress Allison Janney will co-star in the new Matthew Perry film 'Mr. Sunshine' helmed by Tommy Schlamme. 'Sunshine', written by Perry along with Alex Barnow and Marc Firek, centers on Perry who, 'as the manager of an aging San Diego stadium realizes on his 40th birthday that he can no longer get by on just his charming, noncommittal ways.' Janney will play 'Crystal', Perry's boss.

Donna McKechnie Headlines 'Ira Gershwin Salon' for 42nd Street Moon 1/28/2010
by BWW News Desk - Jan 28, 2010


From the moment she stepped onto the Broadway stage and gave us her iconic portrait of the singer/dancer 'Cassie' in Michael Bennett's history-making A Chorus Line Donna McKechnie has been a star.

February Performance Schedule at the Metropolitan Room
by BWW News Desk - Jan 21, 2010


FEBRUARY AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM. Come join us every Friday and Saturday from 11PM-2AM for our piano lounge.

Positive Motions Concert Series Presents RUSLAN BIRYUKOV & FRIENDS �" CELL ENSEMBLES 2/6/2010
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 19, 2010


Alto Polis Music Management & Positive Motions Foundation in association with the Glendale Philharmonic Association and 'Positive Motions' Concert Series will present 'Ruslan Biryukov & Friends - Cello Ensembles,' A Chamber Concert Celebrating The Greatest Music Written For Cellists, including World Premieres compositions written by composers Carol Worthey and Deon Nielson Price, performed by critically acclaimed cello players: Ruslan Biryukov, Maksim Velichkin, Hope Easton, Garik Terzian, August Lee and Patricia Ryan accompanied by pianist Mary Au on Saturday, February 6, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Glendale; 209 N. Louise Street (at Wilson Avenue); Glendale, CA 91206.

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey Their Announces 2010 Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 15, 2010


The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey has announced its 2010 Season which will begin in June and continue through early January.

NCPA Announces Their Programmes for January 2010
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 5, 2010


Nariman Point NCPA Marg & Dorabji Tata Road MUMBAI 400 021.

Donna McKechnie Headlines 'Ira Gershwin Salon' for 42nd Street Moon 1/28/2010
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 22, 2009


From the moment she stepped onto the Broadway stage and gave us her iconic portrait of the singer/dancer 'Cassie' in Michael Bennett's history-making A Chorus Line Donna McKechnie has been a star.

Tom McCarthy And Carla Belver Reunite in Act II Playhouse's ON GOLDEN POND, 11/17 - 12/13
by BWW News Desk - Dec 13, 2009


Act II Playhouse follows its highly-acclaimed production of Boeing-Boeing with Ernest Thompson's beloved play, On Golden Pond, onstage Nov. 17 to Dec. 13. Act II Producing Artistic Director Bud Martin directs this classic American comedy/drama that is every bit as touching, warm, and witty today as when it debuted on Broadway in 1979.

Mesa Arts Center Announces its Spring 2010 Performing Live Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 8, 2009


Mesa Arts Center Announces its Spring 2010 Performing Live Season with diverse acts that will excite patrons of all ages. For country fans, music legend Merle Haggard will perform his #1 chart topping songs. For classical music lovers, reigning virtuoso of the violin, Itzhak Perlman is returning for an unforgettable performance.

Tom McCarthy And Carla Belver Reunite in Act II Playhouse's ON GOLDEN POND, 11/17 - 12/13
by BWW News Desk - Nov 17, 2009


Act II Playhouse follows its highly-acclaimed production of Boeing-Boeing with Ernest Thompson's beloved play, On Golden Pond, onstage Nov. 17 to Dec. 13. Act II Producing Artistic Director Bud Martin directs this classic American comedy/drama that is every bit as touching, warm, and witty today as when it debuted on Broadway in 1979.

THE FANTASTICKS to Kick Off Long Wharf's 2009-10 Season Oct 7 - Nov 1
by BWW News Desk - Nov 1, 2009


Long Wharf Theatre, under the leadership of Artistic Director Gordon Edelstein and Managing Director Ray Cullom, will present the beloved musical The Fantasticks, directed by Amanda Dehnert, from October 7 through November 1, 2009, on the Mainstage.

Tom McCarthy And Carla Belver Reunite in Act II Playhouse's ON GOLDEN POND, 11/17 - 12/13
by BWW News Desk - Oct 23, 2009


Act II Playhouse follows its highly-acclaimed production of Boeing-Boeing with Ernest Thompson's beloved play, On Golden Pond, onstage Nov. 17 to Dec. 13. Act II Producing Artistic Director Bud Martin directs this classic American comedy/drama that is every bit as touching, warm, and witty today as when it debuted on Broadway in 1979.

Full Casting Announced For Roundabout's BYE BYE BIRDIE, Starring Stamos And Gershon, Previews 9/10, Opens 10/15
by BWW News Desk - Oct 15, 2009


Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) presents the first new Broadway production of Bye Bye Birdie, after a 48 year absence, as the inaugural production of the new Henry Miller's Theatre (124 West 43rd Street) beginning Thursday, September 10th, 2009 with an official opening on Thursday, October 15th, 2009. This will be a limited engagement through January 10th, 2010.

Roundabout's Stamos and Gershon Led BYE BYE BIRDIE Announces Full Casting
by BWW News Desk - Oct 10, 2009


After a 48 year absence, Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) presents the first new Broadway production of Bye Bye Birdie as the inaugural production of the new Henry Miller's Theatre (124 West 43rd Street) beginning Thursday, September 10th, 2009 with an official opening on Thursday, October 15th, 2009. This will be a limited engagement through January 10th, 2010.

Present Laughter FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Present Laughter have there been?
Present Laughter has had 7 productions including Broadway which opened in 1946, Broadway which opened in 1958, Broadway which opened in 1982, Broadway which opened in 1996, Broadway which opened in 2010, Broadway which opened in 2017 and West End which opened in 2019.
What Tony Awards has Present Laughter been nominated for?
Best Revival of a Play for David RichenthalBest Revival of a Play for Anita Waxman and Best Revival of a Play for Jujamcyn Theaters.
What awards has Present Laughter been nominated for?
Present Laughter has been nominated for several awards. It was nominated for Best Revival - Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. Allison Janney received a nomination for Performance at the Theatre World Awards. The show was also nominated for Outstanding Revival - Play at the Drama Desk Awards, and Derek McLane received a nomination for Outstanding Set Design - Play at the Drama Desk Awards.
What awards has Present Laughter won?
Present Laughter has won several awards, including Best Revival - Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. Allison Janney received the Performance award at the Theatre World Awards for her role in the play. Present Laughter also won the Outstanding Revival - Play award at the Drama Desk Awards. Derek McLane was recognized for Outstanding Set Design - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for his work on Present Laughter.

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