The Boy Friend Revival 1967 - Articles Page 4

Ages: 12+
Opened: November 29, 1967

The Boy Friend - 1967 - West End History , Info & More

Comedy Theatre
(Leicester Square) Panton Street off Haymarket London

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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Breaking News: Michael Crawford to Return to the West End in New THE GO-BETWEEN Musical
by Robert Diamond - Feb 4, 2016


Michael Crawford, the legendary star of stage and screen will return to the London Stage in a new musical, based on the famed novel THE GO-BETWEEN. According to Baz Bamigboye of the UK Daily Mail, the production will begin performances on May 27th at the Apollo Theatre in London's West End.

Michael Crawford to Be Honored with Visual Comedy Legend Award 8 April; Plus Career Conversation
by Robert Diamond - Feb 2, 2016


Michael Crawford, the legendary star of stage and screen will be honored on April 8, 2016 by the Slapstick Festival for his comedy work, at an event with tickets now on sale.

SHE LOVES ME to Play Foothill Music Theatre This February
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 6, 2016


Multi-award winning Foothill Music Theatre presents SHE LOVES ME, the charming 1963 musical adaptation of Miklos Laszlo's play Parfumerie (which later inspired the Tom Hanks-Meg Ryan feature film You've Got Mail), with a score by Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick (Fiddler on the Roof) and a book by Joe Masteroff (Cabaret).

Sundance Sets 2016 Lineup of U.S., World Competition Films
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 2, 2015


Offering a first look at the year ahead in independent film, culture and new ideas, Sundance Institute announced today the 65 films selected for the U.S. Competition, World Competition and out-of-competition NEXT category set to premiere at the 2016 Sundance Film Festival, January 21-31 in Park City, Salt Lake City, Ogden and Sundance, Utah. Films that have premiered in these sections include Beasts of the Southern Wild, Fruitvale Station,Whiplash, Blackfish, The September Issue, The Cove, An Education, Animal Kingdom, Precious, A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night, Obvious Child, Tangerine and Escape from Tomorrow.

VIDEO: Tori Kelly's 'Colors of the Wind' Music Video from 'We Love Disney' Album
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 23, 2015


Tori Kelly helps us relive our childhood with the official music video for 'Colors of the Wind' from Pohcahntas off the We Love Disney compilation. Check it out below!

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Announces Holiday Schedule - Handel's MESSIAH, CIRQUE DE LA SYMPHONIE and More!
by Christina Mancuso - Nov 13, 2015


The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO) celebrates the 2015 holiday season with a wide variety of concert programming, from the traditional annual performances of Handel's Messiah with the Concert Artists of Baltimore to a one-of-a-kind experience that pairs world-class acrobats and gymnasts with music by the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, in an exciting program titled Cirque de la Symphonie.

NE-YO, Ariana Grande, Fall Out Boy and More Lend Voices to WE LOVE DISNEY Compilation Album, Out Today!
by BWW News Desk - Oct 30, 2015


In a unique collaboration between Verve Records and Walt Disney Records, the two esteemed labels have teamed up to present the compilation album WE LOVE DISNEY, which is available today, October 30th.

Boz Scaggs, THE NUTCRACKER, RAGTIME, Music of ABBA and More Set for Coral Springs Center for the Arts' 2015-16 Lineup
by BWW News Desk - Oct 9, 2015


The Coral Springs Center for the Arts is launching a star-packed 2015-2016 season next month with an exciting, diverse, audience-wowing array of hit shows, comic legends and musical superstars, according to Kevin Barrett, the Center's General Manager. 

FSLC Announces Scary Movies 9 Lineup & Hitchcock/Truffaut Special Event
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 1, 2015


The Film Society of Lincoln Center announced today the lineup for Scary Movies 9, the annual horror fest featuring highly anticipated new thrillers, genre rarities, and special guests

Boz Scaggs, THE NUTCRACKER, RAGTIME, Music of ABBA and More Set for Coral Springs Center for the Arts' 2015-16 Lineup
by BWW News Desk - Sep 21, 2015


The Coral Springs Center for the Arts is launching a star-packed 2015-2016 season next month with an exciting, diverse, audience-wowing array of hit shows, comic legends and musical superstars, according to Kevin Barrett, the Center's General Manager. 

Linda Lavin, Will Swenson and More Set for 54 Below This Month
by BWW News Desk - Sep 1, 2015


This September, 54 BELOW presents an exciting lineup of the brightest talent from Broadway and beyond. Located just below the legendary Studio 54 at 254 West 54th Street.

Disney D23 Expo Roundup- PETE'S DRAGON Remake, New BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Songs, Ben Kingsley Set to Lead JUNGLE BOOK, and Much More!
by Sally Henry Fuller - Aug 15, 2015


Disney's annual D23 Expo is underway this weekend with exciting announcement after announcement!

BWW Interview: Micky Dolenz Talks Upcoming Show, A MONKEES Musical & Much More!
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 15, 2015


Today, BWW speaks exclusively to Micky Dolenz about the upcoming show, his fondest memories of THE MONKEES television show, and what he thinks of the idea of a MONKEES-themed musical on Broadway! 

NE-YO, Ariana Grande, Fall Out Boy and More Will Lend Voices to WE LOVE DISNEY Compilation Album; Hits Shelves October 2015!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 14, 2015


In a unique collaboration between Verve Records and Walt Disney Records, the two esteemed labels have teamed up to present the compilation album WE LOVE DISNEY, which will be released on October 30th. The compilation features the hottest artists from across the pop, rock, R&B, and country worlds delivering their own unique interpretations of classic Disney songs. The album was produced by multi-platinum, 16-time Grammy Award-winning producer and Verve Music Group Chairman David Foster. The 12 artists to be featured are...

Broadway Stage Manager to Host THE BOY FROM OZ Talk Back at TheatreZone
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 2, 2015


Do you enjoy theatre trivia and anecdotes? How about talking about a performance immediately following the show with other theatre enthusiasts? Would you like to hear the actors' motivation for their characters? Are you interested in hearing from guest speakers? If you answered yes to any one of these questions, then TheatreZone's TalkBack is a must for you.

DakhaBrakha, Taylor Mac, Mark Morris Dance, IF/THEN and More Highlight Seattle Theatre Group's 2015-16 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 8, 2015


Art & culture are vital to our existence and Seattle Theatre Group's 2015-2016 season features ample offerings of live performance experiences from arts provocateurs, global masters, cultural icons, and contemporary legends.

Paulo Szot, 54 SINGS IRVING BERLIN & More Set for 54 Below This Week
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 23, 2015


Coming up this week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com or call (646) 476-3551.

ENTER LAUGHING Adds Additional Performances at The Wallis
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 18, 2015


Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts ('The Wallis') announces four additional performances of Enter Laughing - The Musical, featuring a book by Joseph Stein (Fiddler on the Roof), music and lyrics by Stan Daniels ('The Mary Tyler Moore Show'), and directed by Stuart Ross (Forever Plaid). Musical Direction is by Gerald Sternbach. The show now runs through March 6 in the Lovelace Studio Theater.

The Wallis Presents ENTER LAUGHING- THE MUSICAL 2/08-3/01
by Sally Henry Fuller - Jan 24, 2015


Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts ("The Wallis") presents Enter Laughing - The Musical, featuring a book by Joseph Stein (Fiddler on the Roof), music and lyrics by Stan Daniels ("The Mary Tyler Moore Show"), and directed by Stuart Ross (Forever Plaid). Musical Direction is by Gerald Sternbach. The show will run for 23 performances only, February 8 - March 1, 2015, in the Lovelace Studio Theater

Sundance Institute Presents 2015 U.S. and World Competitions, NEXT and More, Beginning Today
by Movies News Desk - Jan 22, 2015


Sundance Institute presents its U.S. and World Cinema Dramatic and Documentary Competitions and the out-of-competition NEXT <=> section of the 2015 Sundance Film Festival, running today, January 22 to February 1 in Park City, Salt Lake City, Ogden and Sundance, Utah. The Festival is the centerpiece of the year-round public programs for the Institute, which also hosts 24 residency labs and grants more than $2.5 million to independent artists each year.

Photo Flashback: A Fond Farewell - Remembering The Stars We Lost in 2014
by Walter McBride - Jan 1, 2015


Broadway fans had plenty of reasons to celebrate this year, with dozens of shows having opened since January, hundreds of actors having made their debuts, and many more having returned to the stage for critically acclaimed performances. Not all news was good though, as we also suffered a loss of an incredible amount of talent. Below, BroadwayWorld sends a fond farewell to those who passed away in 2014.

CHEF, MEAN GIRLS & More Heading to Netflix This January
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 15, 2014


Netflix has shared the slate of movies and TV shows which will be available for streaming beginning January 2015. Check out the list below!

Film Society of Lincoln Center Announces 2015 Jewish Film Festival
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 4, 2014


The Jewish Museum and the Film Society of Lincoln Center will present the 24th annual New York Jewish Film Festival at the Film Society's Walter Reade Theater and Elinor Bunin Munroe Film Center

Sundance Institute Announces Selections for 2015 U.S. and World Competitions, NEXT and More
by Movies News Desk - Dec 3, 2014


Sundance Institute announced today the films selected for the U.S. and World Cinema Dramatic and Documentary Competitions and the out-of-competition NEXT <=> section of the 2015 Sundance Film Festival, January 22 to February 1 in Park City, Salt Lake City, Ogden and Sundance, Utah. The Festival is the centerpiece of the year-round public programs for the Institute, which also hosts 24 residency labs and grants more than $2.5 million to independent artists each year.

Kendrick, Streep & More React to News of Mike Nichols' Passing; Updating Live
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 20, 2014


BWW earlier reported the sad news that EGOT winner and entertainment icon Mike Nichols passed away suddenly on Wednesday. Friends and colleagues have already turned to Twitter to express their sorrow at the unexpected news. BWW will continue to update the reactions as they are posted.

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.

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