Sweet Charity Revival 2005 - Articles Page 4

Opened: May 4, 2005
Closing: December 31, 2005

Sweet Charity - 2005 - Broadway History , Info & More

Dance along with the optimism of Sweet Charity, a heartwarming musical bursting with infectious energy. Set in 1960s New York City, the story revolves around Charity Hope Valentine, a kind-hearted dance hall hostess with an unwavering belief in true love. Despite a string of bad luck with men who constantly take advantage of her good nature, Charity remains hopeful for a happy ending.



Working at the tacky "Fan-Dango Ballroom," Charity spends her days surrounded by cynical colleagues and jaded customers. Yet, she never loses her cheerful spirit. When a chance encounter lands her with Vittorio Vidal, a glamorous movie star, Charity believes she's finally found her knight in shining armor. However, her dreams are shattered when she discovers Vidal is just another self-absorbed user.



Sweet Charity, with its unforgettable score by Cy Coleman and Dorothy Fields, is a delightful blend of humor, romance, and girl power. Showstopping numbers like "Hey Big Spender" and "If My Friends Could See Me Now" capture the energy of the era and Charity's unwavering optimism. Despite the string of disappointments, Charity's journey is ultimately one of self-discovery and finding strength within herself. The musical celebrates the power of hope, friendship, and the importance of staying true to your dreams.

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Patrick Page Stars as 'Scrooge' in Pittsburgh CLO's A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS CAROL, Starting Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Dec 9, 2016


Pittsburgh CLO presents its 25th Anniversary production of A Musical Christmas Carol this month at the Byham Theater. This production will feature exciting new set elements and special effects.

Abigail Breslin, Norbert Leo Butz and More Join The New Group's 2016-17 Season
by BWW News Desk - Dec 2, 2016


The New Group announces additional casting for productions coming up in the company's 2016-2017 Season.

Broadway AM Report, 11/21/2016 - Gala Time for Broadway Dreams and MTC!
by Jessica Khan - Nov 21, 2016


Today's big news: The stars of ANASTASIA perform at tonight's Broadway Dreams Gala celebrating Ahrens & Flaherty, and Manhattan Theatre Club's 2016 Fall Benefit honors Nathan Lane!

Will Sutton Foster SWEET CHARITY Make the Leap to Broadway?
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 17, 2016


The New York Post has reported that producer Kevin McCollum has the rights to transfer off-Broadway's hottest ticket, Leigh Silverman's prodcution of 'Sweet Charity' led by Tony winner, Sutton Foster, to Broadway.

Sutton Foster-Led SWEET CHARITY Extended Again through January 8
by BWW News Desk - Nov 7, 2016


Following previews last week, The New Group just announced that SWEET CHARITY has been extended again through January 8! This is now the third time the show has been extended.

Sutton Foster-Led SWEET CHARITY Begins Previews Tonight Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - Nov 2, 2016


Choreographed by Joshua Bergasse and directed by Leigh Silverman, The New Group's 2016-17 season opener SWEET CHARITY begins previews tonight, November 2.

Patrick Page to Star as 'Scrooge' in Pittsburgh CLO's A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS CAROL
by BWW News Desk - Oct 27, 2016


Pittsburgh CLO has announced casting for the 25thAnniversary production of A Musical Christmas Carol, this December at the Byham Theater.

Sutton Foster-Led SWEET CHARITY Sets Digital Lottery
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2016


The New Group and TodayTix have announced a digital lottery for Sweet Charity. Offering wide access to this production launching The New Group's 2016-2017 Season, the lottery will offer $35 tickets for performances through December 30.

The Bravest Individuals: A Brief History of the Fabulous Females Who Have Taken on SWEET CHARITY
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2016


Timed to the 50th Anniversary of the classic musical, musical theatre fans are gearing up for an off-Broadway production of Dorothy Fields and Cy Coleman's, 'Sweet Charity'.

STEPPING OUT Comes to the West End Starring Amanda Holden, Angela Griffin, Tracy-Ann Oberman, Tamzin Outhwaite and Nicola Stephenson
by Liz Cearns - Sep 23, 2016


Amanda Holden, Angela Griffin, Tracy-Ann Oberman, Tamzin Outhwaite and Nicola Stephenson will be Stepping Out in the West End when Richard Harris's award-winning comedy opens at London's Vaudeville Theatre with preview performances from 1 March 2017 and opening night for press on 14 March 2017.

Sutton Foster-Led SWEET CHARITY Extends Again Through December Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - Sep 21, 2016


Due to demand, The New Group has announced an additional week for Sweet Charity, the production launching the company's 2016-2017 Season. This twice-extended engagement, originally set to play through December 11, now runs through Friday, December 30.

Sutton Foster-Led SWEET CHARITY Extends Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - Aug 22, 2016


Due to demand, The New Group has announced a two-week extension for Sweet Charity, the production launching the company's 2016-2017 Season.

Shuler Hensley, Nikka Graff Lanzarone, Emily Padgett & More Join Sutton Foster in New Group's SWEET CHARITY
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 9, 2016


The New Group has announced additional casting for Sweet Charity, the production launching the company's 2016-2017 Season.  Choreographed by Joshua Bergasse and directed by Leigh Silverman, this production features Yesenia Ayala, Darius Barnes, James Brown III, Asmeret Ghebremichael, Shuler Hensley, Sasha Hutchings, Donald Jones, Jr., Nikka Graff Lanzarone, Emily Padgett and Joel Perez, and as previously announced, two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster as Charity Hope Valentine.  A limited Off-Broadway engagement plays November 2 - December 11 at The Pershing Square Signature Center (The Romulus Linney Courtyard Theatre, 480 West 42nd Street), with Official Opening Night set for Sunday, November 20.

Randy Harrison and Andrea Goss to Lead CABARET at Segerstrom Center This Summer
by BWW News Desk - Aug 9, 2016


CABARET, the musical masterpiece, returns direct from Broadway!

Writers Theatre Extends Stephen Sondheim's COMPANY
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 6, 2016


Writers Theatre, under the leadership of Artistic Director Michael Halberstam and Executive Director Kathryn M. Lipuma, announces a one-week extension to Company, featuring music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by George Furth. The production is directed by William Brown. Company features original orchestrations by Jonathan Tunick, Orchestral Reductions by Ian Weinberger, music direction by Tom Vendafreddo and choreography by Brock Clawson. The show, originally slated to run through July 31, 2016, will add an additional week, through August 7, in the Alexandra C. and John D. Nichols Theatre at 325 Tudor Court, Glencoe.

Ocean State Theatre to Welcome IMUS IN THE MORNING's Rob Bartlett, 7/17
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 16, 2016


Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), the not-for-profit professional theatre company, which recently completed its fourth season in its comfortable stadium-style theatre in Warwick, along with the legendary comedy club, Catch A Rising Star, are proud to announce the appearance of "Imus in the Morning's" Rob Bartlett and the Ruthless Women Sketch Comedy Troupe at Ocean State Theatre on Sunday, July 17 at 7:30pm.

Writers Theatre Extends 'DEATH OF A STREETCAR'
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 13, 2016


Writers Theatre, under leadership of Artistic Director Michael Halberstam and Executive Director Kathryn M. Lipuma, announces a second two-week extension of Death of a Streetcar Named Virginia Woolf: A Parody created by Tim Ryder and Tim Sniffen, written by Tim Sniffen and directed by Stuart Carden and Michael Halberstam. Due to demand, the production now runs through August 14, 2016, as the inaugural production of the Gillian Theatre at Writers Theatre's new theater center at 325 Tudor Court, Glencoe.

Breaking News: Sutton Foster Will Lead The New Group's Revival of SWEET CHARITY This Fall; 2016-17 Season Set!
by Tyler Peterson - May 18, 2016


Sutton Foster, currently starring in TV Land's hit series YOUNGER, will soon return to the stage!

STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 5/4/16- SWEET CHARITY
by Nicole Rosky - May 4, 2016


Today in 2005, the second Broadway revival of Sweet Charity opened at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre, where it ran for 279 performances. Sweet Charity is a musical with music by Cy Coleman, lyrics by Dorothy Fields and book by Neil Simon. It was directed and choreographed for Broadway by Bob Fosse starring his wife and muse Gwen Verdon alongside John McMartin. The musical premiered on Broadway in 1966, where it was nominated for 12 Tony Awards, and also ran in the West End as well as having revivals and international productions. THe 2005 revival starred Christina Applegate in he title role.

John Tartaglia, Marcia Milgrom Dodge, Josh Rhodes, Denis Jones & More Join Creative Teams for The Muny's 2016 Season! Tickets on Sale, 3/5
by Christina Mancuso - Jan 20, 2016


BroadwayWorld and The Muny announces today the directors, choreographers and music directors for the Muny's 2016 Season, which opens on June 13 with The Wizard of Oz.

Randy Harrison and Andrea Goss to Lead CABARET at Segerstrom Center This Summer
by BWW News Desk - Jan 6, 2016


CABARET, the musical masterpiece, returns direct from Broadway!

BWW Interview: Legendary Song and Dance Man BEN VEREEN Talks About STEPPIN' OUT at Catalina Jazz Club
by Don Grigware - Dec 7, 2015


The legendary song and dance man, Tony Award-winning triple-threat Ben Vereen will be performing his solo cabaret act Steppin' Out with Ben Vereen at Catalina Jazz Club on December 18 and 19. In our talk, he comments about the show and shares memories from many of the shows he's done during his illustrious career.

West-End Transfers, Comedians, Circus Set for Spring 2016 Season at Sutton Theatres
by BWW News Desk - Nov 24, 2015


After an exciting first season, Sutton Theatres is proud to announce its spring 2016 season of West End transfers, high profile comedians and new circus work alongside local community pieces.

Gattelli & Flaherty's IN YOUR ARMS, Featuring 10 Dance Vignettes by Iconic Writers, Begins Tonight at The Old Globe
by BWW News Desk - Sep 16, 2015


The Old Globe opens its 2015-2016 Season with IN YOUR ARMS, a World Premiere dance-theatre musical featuring direction and choreography by Tony Award winner Christopher Gattelli (Newsies, Godspell, Lincoln Center Theater's The King and I and South Pacific) and original music by Tony Award winner Stephen Flaherty (Ragtime, Once on This Island; two-time Oscar nominee for Anastasia). The production begins tonight, September 16, with an opening slated for September 24, and runs through October 25, 2015.

Breaking: Stephen Bienskie, Donna McKechnie, Hayley Podschun and More to Star in Gattelli & Flaherty's IN YOUR ARMS at The Old Globe; Cast Announced!
by BWW News Desk - Aug 17, 2015


Among them, the company can claim 18 Tony Awards, 4 Pulitzer Prizes, 6 Pulitzer finalist distinctions, 3 Emmy Awards, and 2 Academy Awards; to list all their honors would take several pages.

Other Productions of Sweet Charity

1966   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1967   West End London Production
West End
1986   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1998   West End London Revival
West End
2005   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2006   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
2010   West End Menier Chocolate Factory Revival
West End
2016   Off-Broadway The New Group Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
2019   West End Donmar Warehouse London Revival
West End

Sweet Charity - 2005 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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2005 Theatre World Awards Performance Christina Applegate

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