The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas 1978 - Articles Page 5

Opened: June 19, 1978
Closing: March 27, 1982

The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas - 1978 - Broadway History , Info & More

46th Street Theatre
226 W.46th St. New York, NY

Based on a story by Larry L. King

The saga of the legendary “Chicken Ranch”! “We’re gonna ROMP and STOMP and WHOOP IT UP tonight” at the most famous little “chicken ranch” in Texas. It began in Houston, toured the world and held Vegas at bay for two years, not to mention its remarkable run on Broadway where it earned two Tonys and a slew of Drama Desks. Now The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas is back home at TUTS. Join rowdy football boys, a gun-happy sheriff, curvaceous crazy cheer¬leaders and, of course, Miss Mona with her racy girls. It’s “just one small thrill but there’s nothin’ dirty goin’ on!”

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Photo Flash: Queens Theater In The Park Presents CLOSER THAN EVER
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 12, 2010


Queens Theatre in the Park (QTP) and Bristol Riverside Theatre, in association with Neil Berg and Adam Friedson, will present a new production of the award-winning musical revue Closer Than Ever directed by Richard Malty. Jr. and starring original cast members Sally Mayes and Lynne Wintersteller along with Broadway alums George Dvorsky and Sal Viviano from April 16-25 (Wednesday and Thursday at 2PM; Friday and Saturday at 8pm; Saturday at 2pm; and Sunday at 3pm) in the Claire Shulman Playhouse Main Stage Theatre at Queens Theatre in the Park, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Flushing, NY

STAGE TUBE: McKechnie Sings SWEET CHARITY's 'Where Am I Going?'
by Robert Diamond - Apr 10, 2010


Here, Donna McKechnie sings 'Where Am I Going?' from SWEET CHARITY.

STAGE TUBE: Donna McKechnie Talks New Cabaret Show
by Robert Diamond - Apr 10, 2010


Today, Saturday, April 10, Tony-winner Donna McKechnie will premiere her new one-woman show, My Musical Comedy Life, at the Springside Inn in Auburn New York. McKechnie, who won a Tony for her performance as Cassie in A Chorus Line, played the inn last night as well. Richard Jay-Alexander will direct the shows with musical direction by Eugene Gwozdz. The series, its inaugral year, is being produced by Barbara Walsh (Thommie's sister), Baayork Lee (who starred in A CHORUS LINE with Thommie) and Merete Muenter. Here, McKechnie and director Jay-Alexander chat with WCNY Connected.

Photo Flash: Donna McKechnie Pays Tribute to Thommie Walsh in New Cabaret Show
by BWW - Apr 9, 2010


Tomorrow, Friday, April 9, Tony-winner Donna McKechnie will premiere her new one-woman show, My Musical Comedy Life, at the Springside Inn in Auburn New York. McKechnie, who won a Tony for her performance as Cassie in A Chorus Line, will play the Inn through Saturday April 10. Richard Jay-Alexander will direct the shows with musical direction by Eugene Gwozdz.

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for April 7th, 2010
by Paul W. Thompson - Apr 7, 2010


The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. 'Glee,' Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place, 'It's An Art,' Lakeshore Theater, 'Beauty and the Beast,' more.....

Queens Theater In The Park Presents CLOSER THAN EVER 4/16-25
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 29, 2010


Queens Theatre in the Park (QTP) and Bristol Riverside Theatre, in association with Neil Berg and Adam Friedson, will present a new production of the award-winning musical revue Closer Than Ever directed by Richard Malty. Jr. and starring original cast members Sally Mayes and Lynne Wintersteller along with Broadway alums George Dvorksy and Sal Vivinio from April 16-25 (Wednesday and Thursday at 2PM; Friday and Saturday at 8pm; Saturday at 2pm; and Sunday at 3pm) in the Claire Shulman Playhouse Main Stage Theatre at Queens Theatre in the Park, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Flushing, NY.

George Dvorsky and Sal Viviano Complete Cast of CLOSER THAN EVER 4/16-25
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 24, 2010


Queens Theatre in the Park (QTP) and Bristol Riverside Theatre, in association with Neil Berg and Adam Friedson, will present a new production of the award-winning musical revue Closer Than Ever directed by Richard Malty. Jr. and starring original cast members Sally Mayes and Lynne Wintersteller along with Broadway alums George Dvorksy and Sal Vivinio from April 16-25 (Wednesday and Thursday at 2PM; Friday and Saturday at 8pm; Saturday at 2pm; and Sunday at 3pm) in the Claire Shulman Playhouse Main Stage Theatre at Queens Theatre in the Park, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Flushing, NY.

JPAS Begins 32nd Season With VIAGRA FALLS 10/2-18
by BWW News Desk - Oct 18, 2009


The Jefferson Performing Arts Society is thrilled to kick-off its 32nd Season with the laugh-out-loud regional premiere of the the comedy VIAGARA FALLS, A Comedy Stage play by Joao Machado and Lou Cutell!

LOS ANGELES: Pazakis and Garnye to be Special Guests at CITY SWAP
by Amber Cassell - Oct 6, 2009


Los Angeles, CA - On Sun, Oct 18th New York comedy personality Poppi Kramer and Broadway belter Kate Pazakis will be joining forces with LA's own comedienne Erin Foley and cabaret favorite Julie Garnye for CITY SWAP, a night of music, laughter, and friendly cross-coastal rivalry. The M Bar is located at 1253 N. Vine St., Los Angeles, CA 90038.

JPAS Begins 32nd Season With VIAGRA FALLS 10/2-18
by BWW News Desk - Oct 2, 2009


The Jefferson Performing Arts Society is thrilled to kick-off its 32nd Season with the laugh-out-loud regional premiere of the the comedy VIAGARA FALLS, A Comedy Stage play by Joao Machado and Lou Cutell!

JPAS Begins 32nd Season With VIAGRA FALLS 10/2-18
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 17, 2009


The Jefferson Performing Arts Society is thrilled to kick-off its 32nd Season with the laugh-out-loud regional premiere of the the comedy VIAGARA FALLS, A Comedy Stage play by Joao Machado and Lou Cutell!

Photo Coverage: Maui OnStage THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE...
by James Natividad - Aug 9, 2009


The Maui OnStage production of the racy musical 'The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas' played its final show on August 2, 2009 to an enthusiastic full house. The production, which was presented at the Historic Iao Theater home of Maui OnStage, played 12 performances spanning four weekends.

Country Music Star Joe Nichols Cast As Lead In New Musical PURE COUNTRY
by Charlie Piane - Apr 9, 2009


Country music star, CMA Winner, ACM Winner and four-time Grammy Nominee Joe Nichols has been offered the role made famous by George Strait in the Broadway production of the hit movie, Pure Country. According to producer Randall L. Wreghitt, the musical is in the process of securing the remainder of its financing and casting, and plans to open in early 2010.

Park, Hoty, Kennedy, and Glynn are part of 'Pure Country'
by BWW News Desk - Apr 28, 2008


Casting announced for workshop of Broadway bound musical 'Pure Country.'

New Musical PURE COUNTRY by Theatre and Country Vets Aims for Spring 09 on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - Apr 10, 2008


Producers Randall L. Wreghitt, Chris Presley and Ellen Rusconi announced today that PURE COUNTRY, a brand-new original musical, will have its World Premiere as part of the 2008-2009 Broadway Season.

Photo Coverage: Best Little Whorehouse Benefit Concert
by Linda Lenzi - Oct 17, 2006


The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas--the latest star-studded Actors' Fund Benefit concert--took place on October 16th at the August Wilson Theatre, and BroadwayWorld was there!

Photo Coverage: The Best Little Whorehouse in TX Preview
by Ben Strothmann - Oct 13, 2006


The cast of The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas--the next star-studded Actors' Fund Benefit concert--recently posed for pictures at a press preview, and BroadwayWorld was there for the sneak peek!

Terrence Mann is Sheriff in Actors' Fund's 'Whorehouse'
by BWW News Desk - Oct 3, 2006


Terrence Mann will be play Sheriff Ed Earl Dodd in the upcoming one-night-only benefit of The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas.

Emily Skinner is Miss Mona in 'Whorehouse' Benefit Concert
by BWW News Desk - Oct 2, 2006


The Actors' Fund of America has announced that Tony-nominee Emily Skinner will take on the role of Miss Mona in The Fund's one-night-only benefit production of The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas on October 16th at The August Wilson Theatre

The Whorehouse is Back in Texas and CTD Has It!
by Joseph Melnicoff - Oct 1, 2006


The Contemporary Theatre of Dallas (CTD) hits solid gold with an impeccable production of The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas.

Jennifer Hudson and Bob Martin Join 'Whorehouse' Concert
by BWW News Desk - Sep 26, 2006


Jennifer Hudson, 'American Idol' finalist and star of the upcoming film of Dreamgirls, and The Drowsy Chaperone's Tony-winning star Bob Martin have joined the cast of The Actors' Fund one-night-only benefit performance of The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas

[title of show] Cast Added to 10/16 'Whorehouse' Benefit
by BWW News Desk - Sep 22, 2006


The cast of the Off-Broadway hit [title of show] has been added to the Actors' Fund of America's starry upcoming benefit concert of The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas

Actors' Fund Presents Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, 10/16
by BWW News Desk - Sep 21, 2006


The Actors' Fund of America has announced their latest benefit concert--The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, presented on October 16

McArdle, Finley, Kind, Etc. Set for 'Whorehouse' Concert
by BWW News Desk - Sep 14, 2006


Andrea McArdle, Felicia Finley, Richard Kind, Harry Groener and more have been cast in the Actors' Fund benefit concert of The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas

Photo Coverage: Broadway by the Year: 1978
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jun 22, 2006


Some of Broadway's brightest--including Bryan Batt, Mary Bond Davis and more--were featured in the cast of 'The Broadway Musicals of 1978' on June 19th

The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas have there been?
The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas has had 12 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1978, Off-Broadway which opened in 1978, Broadway which opened in 1978, Broadway which opened in 1978, US Tour which opened in 1979, US Tour which opened in 1979, West End which opened in 1981, Broadway which opened in 1982, Broadway which opened in 1982, US Tour which opened in 2001, Broadway which opened in 2006 and Broadway which opened in 2006.
What Tony Awards has The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas been nominated for?
The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas has been nominated for several Tony Awards. It was nominated for Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical for Peter Masterson, Best Book of a Musical for Larry L. King, and Best Choreography for Tommy Tune.
What awards has The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas been nominated for?
The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas has been nominated for the Performance category at the Theatre World Awards for Carlin Glynn.
What awards has The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas won?
The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas has won the Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Carlin Glynn.

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