Assassins 1990 - Articles Page 4

Ages: 13+
Opened: December 18, 1990
Closing: February 16, 1991

Assassins - 1990 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Playwrights Horizons
416 West 42nd St.(between 9th & 10th Aves) New York, NY 10036

Based on an idea by Charles Gilbert, Jr.

The anachronistic show explores the lives of the nine presidential assassins and would-be assassins, weaving together fictional scenes where the characters interact among each other with real-life events.

Assassins - 1990 - Off-Broadway Cast

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BWW Review: The Best of the Decade - Reviewer Peter Nason Picks the Top 25 Local Shows & Performances of the Past 10 Years
by Peter Nason - Dec 21, 2019


25 Shows & Performances in the Tampa Bay Area That Rocked Our World from 2010 to 2019!

Jonathan Hadary Receives Equity Foundation Shakespeare Award
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2019


Jonathan Hadary has received the annual St. Clair Bayfield Award presented by the Actors' Equity Foundation for his performance as Sicinius Velutus in The Public Theatre's Shakespeare in the Park Coriolanus. The announcement was made by Judy Rice, President of the Foundation, and Joan Glazer, Managing Director.

Seacoast Rep Presents Stephen Sondheim's ASSASSINS
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2019


The Seacoast Repertory Theater takes a provocative yet entertaining look at American culture in Stephen Sondheim's Assassins, a musical revue based on the lives of U.S. history's notorious presidential assailants.

Berkeley Rep Taps Rachel Hauck, Susan Hilferty, and More as Creatives on SWEPT AWAY
by Julie Musbach - Oct 23, 2019


Berkeley Repertory Theatre today announced the five award-winning artists who will lead the creative team for the world premiere of Swept Away.

BWW Review: ASSASSINS at Little Theatre Of Mechanicsburg
by Andrea Stephenson - Oct 19, 2019


Anyone who has undertaken a show by Stephen Sondheim knows that the music is seriously difficult, often including dissonant cords, tricky intervals, and overlapping lines. Assassins is no exception. Written by John Weidman and Sondheim, it was first produced at Playwrights Horizons in 1990 and hit Broadway in 2004. It was originally scheduled to play on Broadway in 2001, but was postponed due to the events of September 11, 2001. The story of those who assassinated or attempted to assassinate various Presidents throughout US history, Assassins combines quirky characters such as the Proprietor and Balladeer with historical characters such as Emma Goldman and John Wilkes Booth. It covers complex themes ranging from broken dreams to corruption to classism with dark humor. The show approaches these themes and the overarching theme of disillusionment with the American dream in a way that may make audiences feel uncomfortable as they are confronted with truths that are all too real about our country, our history, and human nature. Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg takes on Assassins now through November 3rd.

BWW Interview: Actress/Producer Tal Fox Talks IN TROUSERS
by Don Grigware - Oct 4, 2019


Actress/Producer Tal Fox is about to open in the rarely produced In Trousers at The Lounge. In our conversation she tells us about this and her other theatrical chestnuts. TAL FOX  - Tal is an LA-based actress, singer and theater educator. Theater credits include: Max & Ruby (National Tour), The Christians (Center Theatre Group), Star Is Born 3, Unauthorized Musical Parody of Mean Gurlz (The Rockwell), Kiss Me, Kate, Urinetown, Sunday in the Park with George, Zorba, Hello Again, The Spitfire Grill, Ragtime... Tal holds a BFA in Musical Theater and BA in Communications from Pace University, and is also a producer, writer, and casting director. Producing credits include: Star is Born 3 (The Rockwell) and Dreamgirls (5-Star Theatricals). Casting work includes: Good Grief (Center Theater Group), Collective Rage (Theatre @ Boston Court), 5-Star Theatrical's productions of Shrek, Matilda, West Side Story, and The Music Man. Follow her on Instagram: @talmorningdew ~Tal  

VIDEO: On This Day, September 15 - Henry Miller's Theater Renamed For Stephen Sondheim
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 15, 2019


The renaming of the theatre was dedicated to Stephen Sondheim, the greatest and best known artist in American musical theatre on his 80th birthday. 

SecondStory Rep Announces Season 21 Mainstage Series
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2019


SecondStory Rep has announced shows for its Season 21 Mainstage Series. With eight shows, including four musicals, there is something for everyone!

Photo Flash: First Look At Flint Rep's SONGS ABOUT STUFF: THE MUSIC OF WALLY PLEASANT
by Julie Musbach - May 31, 2019


Flint Repertory Theatre presents "SONGS ABOUT STUFF: THE MUSIC OF WALLY PLEASANT" a world premiere musical revue celebrating the songs of Mid-Michigan comic singer-songwriter Wally Pleasant. Conceived and Directed by Producing Artistic Director Michael Lluberes. Performances begin Friday May 31 and runs through Sunday June 9. Tickets are now on sale.

Counting Off the Tony Awards Already Won by the 2019 Nominees!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 8, 2019


The 2019 Tony nominees are already winners... literally. For some, this marks their first nomination, but others have already won Tony Awards in seasons past. We took a look at which nominees have won at least a Tony or two (or nine) - amongst them, they've gathered a total of 69 awards!

Broadway In Chicago Announces Digital Lottery and Rush Tickets for FALSETTOS
by Sarah Hookey - May 23, 2019


Broadway In Chicago is announcing that there will be a digital lottery and rush tickets for FALSETTOS which will play Broadway In Chicago's James M. Nederlander Theatre (24 W. Randolph).

BWW Review: Pay Attention to ASSASSINS at Brigit Saint Brigit Theatre Company
by Christine Swerczek - May 11, 2019


Who would ever think of creating a musical based on a carnival shooting gallery filled with the ghosts of presidential assassins? The idea is ridiculous; therefore, this show is ridiculous...ly entertaining!

Flint Repertory Theatre Presents SONGS ABOUT STUFF: THE MUSIC OF WALLY PLEASANT
by Sarah Hookey - May 1, 2019


Flint Repertory Theatre presents "SONGS ABOUT STUFF: THE MUSIC OF WALLY PLEASANT"a world premiere musical revue celebrating the songs of Mid-Michigan comic singer-songwriter Wally Pleasant. Conceived and Directed by Producing Artistic Director Michael Lluberes. Performances begin Friday May 31 and runs through Sunday June 9. Tickets are now on sale.

Brigit Saint Brigit Theatre Company Presents ASSASSINS
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2019


'Everybody's got the right to be happy!' So sings the 'Proprietor,' the barker who entices us into the murderous sideshow of a bizarre carnival. The main attraction? Assassins and would-be assassins of US presidents are ready to sing you their stories if you'll come on in to the shooting gallery.

World Premiere of CAMILLE CLAUDEL, ASSASSINS, A CHORUS LINE, and More Set For Signature Theatre's 30th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 11, 2019


Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer and Managing Director Maggie Boland announce the full lineup for Signature Theatre's 2019/20 season.

FALSETTOS Comes to the Kennedy Center
by Stephi Wild - Apr 11, 2019


The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts presents the National Tour of the Lincoln Center Theater Broadway production of Falsettos, William Finn and James Lapine's groundbreaking, Tony Award-winning musical, June 11-13, 2019 in the Eisenhower Theater.

The Studio Theatre Announces Season Four - ASSASSINS, OTHER DESERT CITIES, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2019


Over the last two decades, our country has grown more and more divided. The effects have been taken out on families, politics, social class, and the culture at large. No matter your affiliation, we all have the topics we want to avoid over Thanksgiving dinner. This season at The Studio Theatre we have chosen four stories that search for unity in a nation fighting for common ground. The titles we chose for this upcoming season convey important relationships hurt and broken by divisive opinions of loved ones. Through listening, can we reach across the divide? Only then can we truly begin to manifest the American Dream. In the words of George H. W. Bush, 'In crucial things, unity. In important things, diversity. In all things, generosity.' Presenting season four at The Studio Theatre: We the people reach across the divide. -Whitney Morse, Artistic Director

The Watermill Theatre Announces Autumn And Winter Season - KISS ME, KATE, ASSASSINS, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2019


The Watermill Theatre today announces its new season for Autumn/Winter 2019.

Wake Up With BWW 3/22: HADESTOWN Begins Previews, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 22, 2019


Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Happy Friday! Finish off your week by catching up on the latest Broadway news!

The Lincoln Center Theater Production Of FALSETTOS Comes To Sacramento
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 28, 2019


Jujamcyn Theaters and NETworks Presentations presents the North American Tour of William Finn and James Lapine's Tony Award-winning musical FALSETTOS.

FALSETTOS Tickets Go On Sale Friday, March 1
by Julie Musbach - Feb 26, 2019


Broadway In Chicago is delighted to announce that individual tickets for FALSETTOS will go on sale to the public on Friday, March 1. FALSETTOS will play Broadway In Chicago's James M. Nederlander Theatre (24 W. Randolph) for a limited two-week engagement May 28 June 9, 2019.

BWW Review: ASSASSINS at Dare 2 Defy Productions
by Jenni Cypher - Jan 25, 2019


Brush off your American History knowledge to take this musical visit with some of America's most infamous assassins and would be assassins.

VIDEO: Eden Espinosa Talks Playing Trina on the FALSETTOS Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jan 25, 2019


The North American Tour of Falsettos is getting ready to kick off. Hear what Eden Espinosa has to say about taking on the role of Trina!

AN ILIAD By Lisa Peterson And Denis O'Hare Comes to Undermain
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2018


In the spirit of celebrating 35 years of cutting-edge performances, Undermain establishes its Repertoire Series to honor the gems of its production history, with a reboot of An Iliad, a landmark production from 2012 starring Bruce DuBose and Paul Semrad, directed by Undermain Artistic Director Katherine Owens. An Iliad is a modern-day retelling of Homer's classic. Poetry and humor, the ancient tale of the Trojan War and the modern world collide in this captivating theatrical experience. The setting is simple: the empty theater. The time is now: the present moment. The lone figure onstage is a storyteller-possibly Homer, possibly one of the many bards who followed in his footsteps. He is fated to tell this story throughout history.  Tickets on sale now! www.undermain.org

BWW Interview: Cathy Kurz of Brigit St Brigit Theatre Company
by Christine Swerczek - Dec 9, 2018


Cathy Kurz, Artistic Director and Founder of Omaha's Brigit Saint Brigit Theatre Company, talks about classic theatre and what's ahead for its 26th season.

Assassins FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Assassins have there been?
Assassins has had 10 productions including New York which opened in 1989, Off-Broadway which opened in 1990, Off-Broadway which opened in 1990, Regional (US) which opened in 1992, West End which opened in 1992, Broadway which opened in 2001, Broadway which opened in 2004, Broadway which opened in 2004, West End which opened in 2014 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2017.
What awards has Assassins been nominated for?
Assassins has been nominated for several awards. These include the Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) nomination for John Weidman, the Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) nomination for Jerry Zaks, the Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) nomination for Stephen Sondheim, and the Outstanding Musical (Drama Desk Awards) nomination for Assassins.

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