The Boy Friend 1954 - Articles Page 6

Ages: 12+
Opened: September 30, 1954

The Boy Friend - 1954 - Broadway History , Info & More

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The Jazz Age lives on in this light, romantic spoof of 1920's musical comedy. brbrThe setting is-where else?-the French Riviera. Polly, an English heiress attending Mme. Dubonnet's Finishing School, falls in love with Tony, a delivery boy. Recalling her father's warning to beware fortune seekers, she posses as a working girl, unaware Tony is in fact the missing son of the wealthy Lord Brockhurst. Things get complicated with the unexpected arrival in Nice of Polly's parents and Lord and Lady Brockhurst-but not to worry, a happy ending is in store for all. brbrThe show's many memorable roles include the flirtatious Mme. Dubonnet, her boy-crazy students and Polly (the role which turned Julie Andrews into an overnight sensation), making it ideal for theatre groups with a strong female ensemble. With its catchy tunes, period dances (including the inevitable Charleston) and winning sense of humor, "The Boy Friend" is a sparkling, tongue-in-cheek 1920's romp in the spirit of "No, No, Nanette."

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NYMF Announces 2010 Full Slate Of Musicals, Readings, Special Events
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 27, 2010


The New York Musical Theatre Festival (NYMF) has announced the full slate of 27 musical productions, a developmental reading series and special events for their seventh annual festival. This year's Festival will begin September 27th and continue through October 17th. A full breakdown of this year's performances follows.

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for March 24th, 2010
by Paul W. Thompson - Mar 24, 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. Sondheim/Lloyd Webber Day, 'White Christmas,' The Glenwood, Tom Jones, 'Oh, Boy!,' 'The Original Grease,' more.....

BWW Interviews: George Hearn: Family and Friendship
by Jena Tesse Fox - Feb 6, 2010


This weekend, two-time Tony winner George Hearn is finally making his Encores! debut in Fanny, a 1954 musical.

The National Jazz Museum in Harlem Announces Feb 2010 Events
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 28, 2010


The National Jazz Museum in Harlem's February 2010 schedule of events are chock full of choices for all from newcomers to the music to seasoned fans of music.

STAGE TUBE: Julie Andrews On 'The Daily Show'
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 22, 2010


Julie Andrews made a guest appearance on 'The Daily Show' with John Stewart to discuss her new film 'The Tooth Fairy', her coming back after surgery, and her new concert.

STAGE TUBE: Julie Andrews Discusses Her Comeback
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 14, 2009


Julie Andrews sits down with Nicholas Glass on Channel 4 News and discusses to her return.

Andrews, Holmes and Moore to be Honored by Elle Magazine
by Jessica Lewis - Sep 23, 2009


ELLE Magazine annouced its eight honorees yesterday for its 16th Annual Women in Hollywood Tribute. The distinguished ladies include: Julie Andrews, Emily Blunt, Katie Holmes, Julianne Moore, Zoe Saldana, Robin Wright Penn, Renee Zellweger and casting director Bonnie Timmerman. The event will be held at the Beverly Hills Four Seasons Hotel.

Aurora Theatre Co Opens 18th Season With AWAKE AND SING! 8/21 - 9/27
by BWW News Desk - Aug 21, 2009


Aurora Theatre Company opens its 18th season, focusing on 'family and fortune,' with Clifford Odets' classic Depression-era drama AWAKE AND SING! Bay Area theater veteran Joy Carlin (Jack Goes Boating, Hysteria, The Price), who first directed this play for Berkeley Repertory Theatre 24 years ago, revisits this landmark drama for Aurora.

Aurora Theatre Co Opens 18th Season With AWAKE AND SING! 8/21 - 9/27
by Ali Leskowitz - Jul 15, 2009


Aurora Theatre Company opens its 18th season, focusing on 'family and fortune,' with Clifford Odets' classic Depression-era drama AWAKE AND SING! Bay Area theater veteran Joy Carlin (Jack Goes Boating, Hysteria, The Price), who first directed this play for Berkeley Repertory Theatre 24 years ago, revisits this landmark drama for Aurora.

Portland Center Stage Announces Their 2009-2010 Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 24, 2009


With equal parts hope, humor and heartbreak, Portland Center Stage's 2009-2010 Season explores the challenges and rewards of creating community in a nation both defined and distracted by the chasm that often exists between our ideals and our actions... and between one neighbor and another.

Retro Productions to Present 'The Tender Trap' November 6-22
by Jordan Westfall - Sep 17, 2008


At the dawn of the atomic age, before Boeing Boeing and Doris Day rom-coms, there was THE TENDER TRAP, a light sex comedy about a New York bachelor and the various women seeking to marry him. This will be the first New York production of THE TENDER TRAP since its 1954 Broadway premiere.

Bogardus, O'Malley, Denman and More Cast in Broadway's 'White Christmas'
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 3, 2008


The upcoming Broadway production of IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS, a new musical stage reinvention of the beloved classic film, is pleased to announce that Stephen Bogardus, Kerry O'Malley, Jeffry Denman, Meredith Patterson, Charles Dean and Susan Mansur will lead a cast of 33 in the highly anticipated holiday engagement.

Photo Coverage: Broadway By The Years 1954
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Apr 9, 2008


A Broadway Baker's Dozen of great talents will took The Town Hall stage by storm on Monday, April 7 at 8pm when Broadway by the Year saluted 1954. Songs from famous shows like The Pajama Game, Peter Pan, The Boy Friend, and Fanny were featured in this critically acclaimed concert series that is now in its 8th Season.

Broadway By The Year Salutes 1954 On 4/7!
by BWW News Desk - Mar 26, 2008


A Broadway Baker's Dozen of great talents will take The Town Hall stage by storm on Monday, April 7 at 8pm when Broadway by the Year salutes 1954. Songs from famous shows like The Pajama Game, Peter Pan, The Boy Friend, and Fanny will be featured in this critically acclaimed concert series that is now in its 8th Season.

'Little Mermaid' Stars to Join 'Broadway By The Year' Cast
by BWW News Desk - Mar 17, 2008


Sierra Boggess and Sean Palmer, the stars of Disney's The Little Mermaid will make their Town Hall debuts with The Broadway Musicals of 1954 on Monday, April 7 at 8 pm.

Broadway By The Year 1947 to Star McGillin, Kudisch & Racey on March 3
by BWW News Desk - Feb 13, 2008


Howard McGillin, Broadway's longest-running Phantom, will star in 'The Broadway Musicals of 1947,' which kicks off the eighth season of The Town Hall's critically acclaimed Broadway by the Year series. He will be joined by a powerhouse cast that includes two-time Tony nominee Marc Kudisch, and more of Broadway's great singer/dancers than in any other previous Broadway by the Year concert. Audiences will take a musical journey 'back in time' on Monday, March 3 at 8PM, for a full evening of song and dance from Brigadoon, Finian's Rainbow, High Button Shoes, Street Scene, Allegro and more from The Great White Way of 1947.

'Broadway by the Year' Returns to Town Hall March 3
by BWW News Desk - Jan 18, 2008


The Town Hall's critically acclaimed 'Broadway by the Year' series kicks off its eighth smash year with 'The Musicals of 1947' on Monday, March 3rd at 8:00PM. Audiences will take a musical journey 'back in time' for a full evening of songs from Brigadoon, Finian's Rainbow, High Button Shoes, Street Scene, Allegro and more from The Great White Way of 1947.

Charm City Call Board: November 13 - 19
by James Howard - Nov 13, 2007


UPDATE! SPOTLIGHTERS JOB OPENINGS! New discounts! New contest announced! News of Laurel Mill Playhouse! Two Best Bets! Two audition notices! Contest winners review MY FAIR LADY!

Broadway By The Year Returns in Town Hall 2008 Season
by BWW News Desk - Nov 5, 2007


The Town Hall, Times Square's landmark concert venue, is pleased to announce its own 2008 season lineup.

Andrews and Baldwin Host Bay Street Gala, March 6
by BWW News Desk - Feb 14, 2006


On March 6th, Julie Andrews and Alec Baldwin will co-host the Bay Street Theatre's 15th Anniversary Benefit Gala

Front Row Centre Theatre Review: THE BOY FRIEND
by Mark Andrew Lawrence - Jan 19, 2006


Julie's Andrews directs this sparkling revival of her first big hit.

Front Row Centre Theatre News: THE BOY FRIEND
by Mark Andrew Lawrence - Jan 10, 2006


David and Ed Mirviish are pleased to announce Sandy Wilson's THE BOY FRIEND, directed by Oscar and Emmy Award-winner Julie Andrews, will play a strictly limited engagement at Toronto's Royal Alexandra Theatre, January 10 - February 18, 2006.

'The Boy Friend' Lacks Onstage Star Power
by Jan Nargi - Aug 19, 2005


Goodspeed revival is handsome and rich but needs more personality

Good Golly Miss Polly: Q&A with Jessica Grové
by Adrienne Onofri - Aug 21, 2005


The former child star of 'The Wizard of Oz' is now playing Polly Browne in 'The Boy Friend,' directed by Broadway's original Polly, Julie Andrews.

Grové Stars in Goodspeed Boy Friend, July 8-Sept 18
by BWW News Desk - Jun 9, 2005


Jessica Grové will headline the cast of The Boy Friend, which plays at Goodspeed from July 8th to September 18th before kicking off a North American tour

The Boy Friend FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Boy Friend have there been?
The Boy Friend has had 17 productions including London Fringe which opened in 1953, London Fringe which opened in 1953, West End which opened in 1954, Broadway which opened in 1954, Broadway which opened in 1954, US Tour which opened in 1955, Off-Broadway which opened in 1958, West End which opened in 1967, Australia which opened in 1968, Broadway which opened in 1970, Broadway which opened in 1970, West End which opened in 1984, Regional (US) which opened in 2003, Regional (US) which opened in 2005, West End which opened in 2006, Off-Broadway which opened in 2007 and West End which opened in 2019.
What awards has The Boy Friend been nominated for?
The Boy Friend has been nominated for the Performance category at the Theatre World Awards. Julie Andrews was nominated for her performance in the show.
What awards has The Boy Friend won?
The Boy Friend has won the Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Julie Andrews.

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