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Opened: March 15, 1983
Closing: May 29, 1983

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Photos/Video: Go Inside Stephen Sondheim's $7M Manhattan Townhouse
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 11, 2023


Stephen Sondheim's Manhattan home is now for sale. The 7 bedroom, 3 bath townhouse in East Midtown has been listed by Michael J. Franco at Compass for $7M. 

BC Entertainment Hall of Fame Announces Two of the 2023 Inductees & StarWalk Ceremonies
by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2023


The BC Entertainment Hall of Fame (BCEHOF) announced two new StarWalk inductees from the world of music: Loverboy, and Rocket Norton. They will join the 300+ previous inductees who have been recognized for their significant contribution to the province’s entertainment industry and cultural landscape.

Maggie Siff, Pico Alexander & More to Star in ORPHEUS DESCENDING at TFANA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 12, 2023


Theatre for a New Audience will present Tennessee Williams’ Orpheus Descending, July 9–August 6 at Polonsky Shakespeare Center. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets!

JIM HENSON'S EMMET OTTER'S JUG-BAND CHRISTMAS to Play Chicago This Holiday Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2023


A live theatrical adaptation of “Jim Henson’s Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas” is making its Chicago debut this holiday season at the Studebaker Theater at the historic Fine Arts Building.

Full Casts & Complete Lineup Set for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023


Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival has announced the complete principal casts, creative teams, and events planned for the previously announced summer season.

Johnny Lee Celebrates 45th Anniversary Of His Top 5 Single 'This Time'
by Michael Major - Apr 5, 2023


Written by Chips Moman, Lee released this as his fifth single from his album, ‘H-e-e-ere’s Johnny!’ Johnny Lee recently announced his ‘Hey Bartender, Last Call: The Farewell Tour.’ Throughout his career, Lee has achieved 26 Top 20 singles and became an integral part of the ‘Urban Cowboy’ movement that took the world by storm in the early 80s.

THE WIFE OF WILLESDEN & More Lead Top Off-Broadway Shows for April 2023
by Team BWW - Apr 3, 2023


What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is helping you pick what to see next by rounding up our top recommended theatre each month. Coming up off-Broadway this April is the return of a long-running musical, a debut play by a bestselling author, and more. 

State Theatre New Jersey Presents Classic R&B Spectacular in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 15, 2023


The fully renovated State Theatre New Jersey presents Classic R&B Spectacular with The Spinners, Sonny Bivins Manhattans, The Trammps featuring Earl Young, and Parker J on Friday, April 14 at 7:30pm. Tickets range from $39-$89.  

Full Company Confirmed for Zadie Smith's THE WIFE OF WILLESDEN at BAM
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2023


BAM has announced the full company for The Wife of Willesden, directed by Indhu Rubasingham at the BAM Harvey Theater. See the full cast, and how to purchase tickets!

Photos: First Look at Caryl Churchill's LOVE AND INFORMATION at Antaeus Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Mar 1, 2023


What does it mean to be human? Love and Information by boundary-pushing playwright Caryl Churchill (Cloud Nine, Top Girls) asks the big questions at Antaeus Theatre Company. Currently in previews, Love and Information opens Friday night, March 3 and runs through April 3 at Glendale’s Kiki & David Gindler Performing Arts Center. 

Johnny Lee Announces 'Hey Bartender, Last Call: The Farewell Tour'
by Michael Major - Feb 9, 2023


Johnny Lee, known for his dynamic stage presence and countless hits including, “Hey Bartender,” “One In A Million,” “Pickin’ Up Strangers,” “Prisoner Of Hope,” “Bet Your Heart On Me,” “Cherokee Fiddle,” “Could’ve Heard A Heart Break,” and his No. 1 crossover hit “Lookin’ For Love,'' is announcing his 'Hey Bartender, Last Call: The Farewell Tour.'

REVIEW: Paul Capsis Is Hilarious As The High Camp Drag Queen of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES
by Jade Kops - Feb 5, 2023


A celebration of fun and high camp with an underlying message of acceptance and family, LA CAGE AUX FOLLES allows audiences to see Paul Capsis take on one of the most iconic musical theatre drag roles.

Caryl Churchill's LOVE AND INFORMATION to be Presented at Antaeus Theatre Company in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2023


Antaeus Theatre Company will present Love and Information by boundary-pushing playwright Caryl Churchill (Cloud Nine, Top Girls). Emily Chase (Eight Nights) directs for a March 3 opening at Glendale's Kiki & David Gindler Performing Arts Center.

The Apollo Season Features Jazz Commission And Hip-Hop Concerts, AFRICA NOW! Festival, And More
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2023


As The Apollo gears up for a historic 2023 with the opening of The Apollo's Victoria Theater and the renovation of the Historic Theater, the iconic Harlem nonprofit announced additional upcoming concerts, comedy shows, and educational programs for the winter and spring of 2023.

Klea Blackhurst, Jim Caruso, and Billy Stritch to Star in 13th Annual SWINGING BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 22, 2022


BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the 13th Annual “A Swinging Birdland Christmas” – starring vocalists Klea Blackhurst, Jim Caruso, and Billy Stritch – for six performances from Tuesday, December 20 to Sunday, December 25 at 5:30 PM.

FOREIGNER Announces Historic Farewell Tour with Special Guest Loverboy
by Michael Major - Nov 14, 2022


The tour is set to launch on July 6, 2023, at Atlanta’s Ameris Bank Amphitheatre, the area’s largest outdoor venue. For the first leg of the US Live Nation tour, FOREIGNER will be joined by LOVERBOY, one of the 80’s biggest hit-makers. The spectacular show will thrill audiences with stellar performances of more than 20 combined chart-topping songs.

Urban Stages to Host Special Post Show Conversations Following Performances of ELEANOR AND ALICE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2022


Award-winning Off-Broadway theater, Urban Stages, will host several special post-show conversations following performances of Eleanor and Alice: Conversations Between Two Remarkable Roosevelts by Ellen Abrams and directed by Urban Stages Founder/Artistic Director Frances Hill.

Every Broadway Connection to the HOCUS POCUS Movies
by Michael Major - Sep 30, 2022


The Sanderson Sisters have made their long-awaited return in Hocus Pocus 2! Read on to find out which Broadway have run amok in the Hocus Pocus movies. With the recent news that a Broadway-aimed Hocus Pocus musical is in the works, BroadwayWorld has compiled a list of all of the Broadway connections in the Hocus Pocus movies.

Review: SUNSHINE SUPER GIRL at Dunstan Playhouse, Adelaide Festival Centre
by Barry Lenny - Sep 7, 2022


A moving and inspiring story of success against all the odds.

Interview: Kip Cranna of SAN FRANCISCO OPERA CENTENNIAL at War Memorial Opera House - Part 2
by Erica Miner - Sep 4, 2022


In part two of this interview, Kip Cranna speaks on the San Francisco Opera Centennial and opera as a living form.

Madonna & Saucy Santana Release 'Material Gworrlllllll!'
by Michael Major - Aug 5, 2022


Madonna has teamed up with rapper Saucy Santana to release “Material Gworrllllllll!” The track serves as a remix to Saucy’s own viral “Material Girl” song, which was inspired by Madonna’s original hit. The song arrives ahead of FINALLY ENOUGH LOVE: 50 NUMBER ONES, Madonna’s 50-track career spanning compilation album.

Interview: Entertainment Legend Sam Harris Brings His One-Man Show Home to Nashville This Saturday Night at TPAC
by Jeffrey Ellis - Jun 30, 2022


Thanks to the successful and continuing partnership of Studio Tenn and the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, Sam Harris returns to Nashville this Saturday night for an evening of Cabaret On Stage, the kick-off of the second season of such offerings on the stage of TPAC’s Andrew Jackson Hall.

Feature: The 101 GREATEST YACHT ROCK SONGS OF ALL TIME for Your Summer Playlist - featuring Michael McDonald, Kenny Loggins, Christopher Cross and Steely Dan
by Peter Nason - Jun 16, 2022


Reviewer Peter Nason counts down the greatest 101 YACHT ROCK HITS for your summertime listening pleasure.

Lindsay Duncan and Hilton McRae Will Star in the UK Tour of THE DANCE OF DEATH
by Stephi Wild - Mar 30, 2022


Lindsay Duncan stars alongside Hilton McRae and Emily Bruni in the UK tour of August Strindberg's The Dance of Death, adapted by Academy Award-winning playwright Rebecca Lenkiewicz and directed by Arcola Theatre's Artistic Director Mehmet Ergen.

McCarter Announces New Board Chair And Welcomes Five New Trustees
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2022


McCarter has announced new Board Chair W. Rochelle Calhoun and the appointment of five new trustees. Princeton's premiere cultural hub for the performing arts, the organization will expand its scope of leadership expertise and deepen relationships across Central New Jersey and Princeton University in welcoming Elliott Asarnow, James Barrood, Rohit Mehrotra, Neha Desai Shah, and David Walker to the Board, led by President Rochelle Calhoun. 

Top Girls FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Top Girls have there been?
Top Girls has had 5 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1982, Off-Broadway which opened in 1983, Broadway which opened in 2008, Broadway which opened in 2008 and West End which opened in 2011.
What awards has Top Girls been nominated for?
Top Girls has been nominated for several awards. These include the Best Foreign Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Caryl Churchill. The show also received nominations for Ensemble Performance at the Obie Awards for both The New York Shakespeare Festival and Director Max Stafford Clark and the Royal Court. Additionally, Caryl Churchill was nominated for Playwriting at the Obie Awards.
What awards has Top Girls won?
Top Girls has won several awards, including the Best Foreign Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards. The production also received recognition at the Obie Awards, winning the Ensemble Performance for The New York Shakespeare Festival and Director Max Stafford Clark, as well as the Playwriting award for Caryl Churchill from the Royal Court.

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