Scenes From American Life 1971 - Articles Page 1.8

Opened: March 25, 1971
Closing: April 18, 1971

Scenes From American Life - 1971 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

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Samora Pinderhughes' GRIEF Exhibition to Continue With Second Live Performance at The Kitchen at Westbeth
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 7, 2022


The Kitchen will present GRIEF, the first New York institutional solo exhibition of work by celebrated composer, pianist, vocalist, filmmaker, and multidisciplinary artist Samora Pinderhughes.

The Django to Welcome Today's Premier Swing Band, 15+ Vocalists, and Hot Latin Tuesday Nights This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2022


THE DJANGO will bring another month of stellar jazz by some of the field’s heroes alongside young, emerging artists.

28 Theater Books for Your Spring 2022 Reading List
by Team BWW - Apr 9, 2022


Spring has sprung and the great weather calls for a great book to enjoy outdoors! You're in luck, because this year, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 28 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's spring reading list.

The CW Network Announces Primetime Listings for the Week of April 17th
by Marissa Tomeo - Mar 30, 2022


The CW Network has released their primetime television programming for the week of April 17th. Below is the scheduling. 

The Music Center Welcomes Return Of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 9, 2022


The Music Center welcomes America's beloved cultural ambassador to the world, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, back to Los Angeles for five days of dance and learning that celebrate the decade-long leadership of its visionary Artistic Director Robert Battle as part of the 19th season of Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at The Music Center.

The Best of Broadway 2022-2023 Season Announced at North Charleston Performing Arts Center Including HAMILTON
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 7, 2022


Find out the full season of shows and how to get tickets to the 2022-2023 Best of Broadway season at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center.

Michigan Opera Theatre is Now Detroit Opera
by Stephi Wild - Mar 1, 2022


After more than 50 years, Michigan Opera Theatre is changing its name: in tandem with a return to the Detroit Opera House for the April 2 premiere of La bohème, the company will be known as Detroit Opera.

Theater for the New City Presents August Strindberg's DANCE OF DEATH, PARTS ONE AND TWO
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2022


From February 25 to March 13, Theater for the New City (TNC) will present the August Strindberg Rep production of August Strindberg's 'Dance of Death, Parts One and Two,' newly translated and directed by Robert Greer.

'Jonas Mekas: The Camera Was Always Running' Opens On Friday at The Jewish Museum
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2022


The Jewish Museum presents Jonas Mekas: The Camera Was Always Running,  the first U.S. museum survey of the Lithuanian-born filmmaker, poet, critic, and institution-builder who helped shape the avant-garde in New York City and beyond.

August Strindberg Rep Performs DANCE OF DEATH, PARTS 1 & 2 at Theater for the New City This Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 4, 2022


From February 25 to March 13, Theater for the New City (TNC) will present the August Strindberg Rep production of August Strindberg's 'Dance of Death, Parts One and Two,' newly translated and directed by Robert Greer.

Ailey National Tour Celebrates A Decade Of Robert Battle's Leadership And 50th Anniversary Of Alvin Ailey's CRY
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 27, 2022


Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, America's beloved cultural ambassador to the world, returns to stages on a coast-to-coast National Tour starting January 28 in Philadelphia, kicking off Black History Month at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. on February 1 ,  and traveling to cities like Atlanta, Miami, Berkeley, Boston, Chicago, and Los Angeles before the finale in Newark on May 8.

LYRICS & LYRICISTS to Return to 92Y With Darius De Haas & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2022


Lyrics & Lyricists will return to the stage of the 92nd Street Y’s historic Kaufmann Concert Hall for the 50th anniversary season of the country’s preeminent American Songbook series. L&L features artists from theater and beyond presenting original shows with award-winning Broadway and cabaret performers.

25 Theater Books for Your Winter 2022 Reading List
by Team BWW - Jan 29, 2022


Winter is here and what better time of year to stay in and snuggle up with a great book? You're in luck, because this year, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 25 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's winter reading list.

Ariana DeBose, Cynthia Erivo, Lin-Manuel Miranda & More Nominated for 53rd NAACP Image Awards
by Michael Major - Jan 18, 2022


Today, the full list of nominees for the “53rd NAACP Image Awards” were announced. Nominees included Ariana DeBose, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Encanto, Cynthia Erivo, Audra McDonald, Respect, Taraji P. Henson, Tituss Burgess, Jennifer Hudson, Billy Porter, Denzel Washington, and more. Check out the full list of nominees now!

New England Conservatory Announces Spring Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2022


New England Conservatory has announced their spring 2022 Season. Highlights include NEC Wind Ensemble and Choirs offer a 50th anniversary celebration of the Wind Ensemble by presenting Igor Stravinsky's 'Symphony of Psalms,' and the world premiere commission of Chris Brubeck's first wind ensemble piece, 'Fifty'.

BWW Exclusive: 'Everybody Rise!' - In Honor of STEPHEN SONDHEIM - The 91 GREATEST SONDHEIM SONGS (One For Each Year That He Lived)
by Peter Nason - Nov 27, 2021


The most important figure in musical theatre history is gone; let's celebrate his life by listening to his incredible works. Reviewer Peter Nason gets you started by listing his choices for the 91 greatest Sondheim songs.

Park Avenue Armory Announces 2022 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2021


Park Avenue Armory announced today its programming for the coming year, returning with a robust 2022 season of multidisciplinary productions and installations-–including new commissions, and world and North American premieres-–that offer bold visions for our future and timely reexaminations of our past.

Rita Moreno Documentary, LA FRONTERA, & More To Premiere on PBS for Hispanic Heritage Month
by Michael Major - Aug 25, 2021


PBS will be offering a new lineup of premiere content to celebrate Latino Heritage Month this September and October. New performances from The Met, Rita Moreno documentary, and The 34th Hispanic Heritage Awards will highlight the schedule.

Ben Folds, Audra McDonald, and More Come to MPAC This September
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 19, 2021


MPAC returns to full capacity events in September featuring some of the world's most popular entertainers, including Linda Eder, Willie Nelson and Brian Regan.

Porchlight Music Theatre Announces 2021 - 22 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 9, 2021


Porchlight Music Theatre has announced its return to live performance with its 27th season that includes the 2021 – 2022 Mainstage, Porchlight Revisits and New Faces Sing Broadway seasons. 

BWW Review: GREASE is The Word at Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma
by Adrienne Proctor - Jun 16, 2021


America's Musical GREASE is an iconic, nostalgic musical that brings memories and earworms in droves. Lyric Theatre's Summer Production is presented outside at the Bishop McGuinness High School football stadium. Go back to high school with Sandy and Danny, The Pink Ladies, The T-Birds, and some gorgeous musical numbers. LTOK is systematic!

BWW Exclusive: Freddie Gershon Pens Touching Tribute to Roger Englander
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 24, 2021


Television producer Roger Englander passed away earlier this month at the age of 94. Now his friend and colleague Freddie Gershon has written a beautiful tribute in his memory.

BWW Exclusive: THE 91 GREATEST STEPHEN SONDHEIM SONGS - In Honor of Mr. Sondheim's Birthday
by Peter Nason - Mar 18, 2021


BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the 91 greatest Sondheim songs from stage, screen and beyond. See if your favorites made the cut! What's at #1?

HBO Max Announces Highlights for January 2021
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Dec 23, 2020


Spread the word, Upper Eastsiders -- all six seasons of “Gossip Girl” are coming to HBO Max on January 1st.

Virtual Theatre This Weekend: October 24-25- with LaChanze, Broadway Sings for Biden, and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 24, 2020


Broadway might be dark, but that doesn't mean that theatre isn't happening everywhere! Below, check out where you can get your daily fix of Broadway this weekend, October 24-25, 2020.

Scenes From American Life FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Scenes From American Life have there been?
Scenes From American Life has had 1 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1971.
What awards has Scenes From American Life been nominated for?
Scenes From American Life has been nominated for several awards. A.R. Gurney, Jr. was nominated for the Most Promising Playwright category at the Drama Desk Awards. Martha Henry was also nominated for her performance in the play at the Theatre World Awards.
What awards has Scenes From American Life won?
Scenes From American Life has won the Most Promising Playwright award at the Drama Desk Awards for A.R. Gurney, Jr. It has also received the Performance award at the Theatre World Awards for Martha Henry.

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