Private Lives Revival 2011 - Articles Page 1.8

Run Time:
2 hours 30 minutes (one intermission)
Ages: 8+
Opened: November 17, 2011
Closing: December 31, 2011

Private Lives - 2011 - Broadway History , Info & More

Considered one of the greatest comedies ever written, Noël Coward's Private Lives premiered in London in 1930 and has been produced around the world ever since; it premiered on Broadway in 1931. Glamorous, rich and reckless, Amanda (Kim Cattrall) and Elyot (Paul Gross) have been divorced from each other for five years. Now both are honeymooning with their new spouses in the South of France. When, by chance, they meet again across adjoining hotel balconies, their insatiable feelings for each other are immediately rekindled. They hurl themselves headlong into love and lust without a care for scandal, new partners or memories of what drove them apart in the first place...for a little while, anyway.

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FEATURED REVIEWS FOR Private Lives

Private Lives
7 / 10

Trivial and superficial' is an entirely appropriate description of both Noël Coward's now octogenarian Private Lives and director Richard Eyre's new Broadway production. And while it isn't the kind of quote theater producers like to slap on advertising posters, it is meant as a compliment.

Cattrall isn't Samantha in 'Private Lives'
8 / 10

[Cattrall has] been paired off here with Paul Gross, who matches her in both light-comedy physicality and major sexual chemistry...after decades of revivals that exploited Coward's most popular comedy as a sideshow for aging actresses with something to prove, this one keeps the stakes up at what Coward calls the 'big tables.'

TV: Inside PRIVATE LIVES Press Day with Kim Cattrall, Paul Gross & More!
by Broadway Beat - November 4, 2011


Noel Coward's PRIVATE LIVES starring Kim Cattrall and Paul Gross, directed by Richard Eyre, begins Broadway previews on Sunday November 6 and opening night is Thursday November 17. The limited engagement runs through February 5 2012. Broadway Beat was on hand to speak with the cast about the exciting new production at Press Day yesterday and takes you inside the event below!

Photo Coverage: Kim Cattrall, Paul Gross & PRIVATE LIVES Meet the Press
by Walter McBride - November 4, 2011


Noel Coward's PRIVATE LIVES starring Kim Cattrall and Paul Gross, directed by Richard Eyre, begins Broadway previews on Sunday November 6 and opening night is Thursday November 17. The limited engagement runs through February 5 2012. The cast of the show met the press yesterday and BroadwayWorld brings you full coverage of the meet and greet below!

TV: Kim Cattrall & Paul Gross in PRIVATE LIVES - New Performance Footage!
by Jessica Lewis - October 26, 2011


The pre-Broadway production of Noel Coward's PRIVATE LIVES starring Kim Cattrall and Paul Gross, directed by Richard Eyre, is currently playing Toronto's Royal Alexandra Theatre. PRIVATE LIVES comes to North America after a sold-out London run. Click below for a scene clip of the pair in action below!

STAGE TUBE: Kim Cattrall and Paul Gross in PRIVATE LIVES - Onstage Highlights!
by Jessica Lewis - October 18, 2011


The pre-Broadway production of Noel Coward's PRIVATE LIVES starring Kim Cattrall and Paul Gross, directed by Richard Eyre, is currently playing Toronto's Royal Alexandra Theatre. PRIVATE LIVES comes to North America after a sold-out London run. Production highlights have been released from Toronto and BroadwayWorld brings you a look below!

PRIVATE LIVES Box Office Opens Monday
by Kelsey Denette - October 14, 2011


Broadway's Music Box Theatre box office (239 West 45th Street) will open this Monday October 16 for Noel Coward's PRIVATE LIVES starring Kim Cattrall and Paul Gross and directed by Richard Eyre. PRIVATE LIVES comes to Broadway after a sold-out London run and is currently playing at Toronto's Royal Alexandra Theatre.

Photo Coverage: First Look at Kim Cattrall, Paul Gross in Toronto's PRIVATE LIVES!
by Kelly Cameron - September 30, 2011


Private Lives opened last Sunday in Toronto, where it will play for a limited 6 week engagement before heading to Broadway. BWW is thrilled to be presenting this pre-Broadway coverage of the show that was a hit in London's West End and is now enamoring Toronto audiences. Today we bring you the first production shots of Kim Cattrall, Paul Gross and the cast of Private Lives.

Review Roundup: PRIVATE LIVES in Toronto
by BWW - September 27, 2011


Private Lives, the highly anticipated pre-Broadway production of Noel Coward's play, just opened in Toronto on September 25th. Starring Kim Cattrall as Amanda (fresh off her run in the same role on the West End) and Canadian favourite Paul Gross as Elyot, this new production will have a limited run in Toronto before opening on Broadway November 17th at the Music Box Theatre.

BWW Interviews: Paul Gross Talks Private Lives
by Kelly Cameron - September 17, 2011


Private Lives began previews last night in Toronto, it will have a limited 6 week engagement at Mirvish's Royal Alexandra Theatre before opening on Broadway November 17th. This is a revival of Noel Coward's very funny play, which received rave reviews during its run in London's West End. BWW is thrilled to be bringing you comprehensive coverage of the show during its Canadian run before it makes the big move to the Great White Way. Today we are speaking with Paul Gross, who will be making his Broadway debut in the role of Elyot.

UP ON THE MARQUEE: PRIVATE LIVES!
by Walter McBride - September 20, 2011


Kim Cattrall and Paul Gross will star on Broadway this autumn in Noël Coward's Private Lives, directed by Richard Eyre at the Music Box Theatre this fall, with previews beginning on Sunday, November 6 and opening night set for Thursday, November 17. The limited engagement runs through February 5, 2012. It will play a limited run at Toronto's Royal Alexandra Theatre prior to Broadway. The marquee is up and BroadwayWorld brings you a look below!

PRIVATE LIVES Tickets Now On Sale
by Kelsey Denette - September 15, 2011


Tickets are now on sale to the general public for the Broadway production of Private Lives at www.Telecharge.com or 212-239-6200. Kim Cattrall and Paul Gross will star on Broadway this autumn in Noël Coward's Private Lives, directed by Richard Eyre at the Music Box Theatre (239 West 45th Street). Previews begin on Sunday, November 6; opening night is Thursday, November 17. The limited engagement runs through February 5, 2012. It will play a limited run at Toronto's Royal Alexandra Theatre prior to Broadway.

Photo Flash: Kim Cattrall, Paul Gross, et al. in First PRIVATE LIVES Photos!
by Kelsey Denette - September 15, 2011


Directed by Richard Eyre, PRIVATE LIVES will play at the Music Box Theatre (239 West 45th Street) with previews beginning on Sunday November 6 and opening night set for Thursday November 17. The limited engagement runs through February 5 2012. Prior to Broadway, PRIVATE LIVES will play a limited run at Toronto's Royal Alexandra Theatre. Kim Cattrall and Paul Gross lead the production, joined by Lisa Dillon and Simon Paisley Day. Mirvish Productions released photos today of the stars in a glamorous photo shoot. Check them out below!

Broadway-Bound PRIVATE LIVES Begins Rehearsals, 8/22
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2011


Rehearsals for the Broadway- bound production of Noel Coward's PRIVATE LIVES starring Kim Cattrall and Paul Gross begin in London this Monday August 22. Directed by Richard Eyre, PRIVATE LIVES will play at the Music Box Theatre (239 West 45th Street) with previews beginning on Sunday November 6 and opening night set for Thursday November 17. The limited engagement runs through February 5 2012. Prior to Broadway, PRIVATE LIVES will play a limited run at Toronto's Royal Alexandra Theatre.

Broadway-Bound PRIVATE LIVES Begins Rehearsals, 8/22
by Nicole Rosky - August 19, 2011


Rehearsals for the Broadway- bound production of Noel Coward's PRIVATE LIVES starring Kim Cattrall and Paul Gross begin in London this Monday August 22. Directed by Richard Eyre, PRIVATE LIVES will play at the Music Box Theatre (239 West 45th Street) with previews beginning on Sunday November 6 and opening night set for Thursday November 17. The limited engagement runs through February 5 2012. Prior to Broadway, PRIVATE LIVES will play a limited run at Toronto's Royal Alexandra Theatre.

Kim Cattrall & Paul Gross Headed to Broadway in PRIVATE LIVES; Begins Nov. 6
by Robert Diamond - June 29, 2011


Kim Cattrall and Paul Gross will star on Broadway this autumn in Noël Coward's Private Lives directed by Richard Eyre at the Music Box Theatre (239 West 45th Street). Previews will begin on Sunday November 6; opening night is Thursday November 17. The limited engagement runs through February 5 2012.

Private Lives FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs in Private Lives and what's the order?
Someday I'll Find You
I Never Realized
If You Were the Only Girl in the World

Other Productions of Private Lives

1930   West End Original London Production
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1931   Broadway Broadway Production
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1948   Broadway
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1968   Off-Broadway
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1969   Broadway
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1975   Broadway
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1983   Broadway
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1992   Broadway Broadway Revival
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2002   Broadway Broadway Revival
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2010   West End London Production
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2011   Broadway Broadway Revival
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2013   West End
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2021   UK Tour
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2023   West End
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Private Lives - 2011 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2012 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Kim Cattrall
2012 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Revival of a Play (Broadway or Off-Broadway) 0

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