The Boy Friend Revival 1984 - Articles Page 5

Ages: 12+
Opened: July 18, 1984
Closing: February 02, 1985

The Boy Friend - 1984 - West End History , Info & More

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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Leslie Uggams and Tommy Tune to Be Honored by TADA! Youth Theater at Annual Gala
by Julie Musbach - Jan 8, 2018


On March 5, 2018, TADA! Youth Theater will host its annual gala at Tribeca 360, located at 10 Desbrosses Street in Manhattan. This year's honorees will be Leslie Uggams and Tommy Tune. The evening will feature a cocktail hour, dinner, live and silent auctions, entertainment from the TADA!'s Resident Youth Ensemble and Broadway stars, and many more great surprises.

BWW Review: THE REAL THING at Pinnacle Acting Company
by Blair Howell - Jan 7, 2018


Pinnacle Acting Company mounts a sturdy production of THE REAL THING that is highly entertaining, showcasing Playwright Tom Stoppard's sparkling wit and barbed observations of fidelity and marriage.

Find Out What Is Coming To Hulu In January
by Tori Hartshorn - Dec 15, 2017


TV Guide shared the list of what is all coming to Hulu next month. Read the full article here!

Charlie Carver Completes Cast for Broadway's THE BOYS IN THE BAND
by BWW News Desk - Dec 15, 2017


Producers Ryan Murphy and David Stone have announced that Charlie Carver ('The Leftovers,' 'Teen Wolf') will complete the cast of the 50th Anniversary production of Mart Crowley's groundbreaking play, The Boys in the Band. Carver will play the role of Cowboy.

Patrick Page Returns as 'Scrooge' in A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS CAROL Tonight at Pittsburgh CLO
by BWW News Desk - Dec 8, 2017


Pittsburgh CLO presents the 26th annual production of A Musical Christmas Carol, tonight, December 8, through December 23 at the Byham Theater. Broadway veteran and Pittsburgh CLO alum Patrick Page returns to lead the cast in his second year as Ebenezer Scrooge.

Patrick Page to Return as 'Scrooge' in A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS CAROL at Pittsburgh CLO
by BWW News Desk - Nov 14, 2017


Pittsburgh CLO has announced casting for the 26th annual production of A Musical Christmas Carol, December 8-23 at the Byham Theater. Broadway veteran and Pittsburgh CLO alum Patrick Page returns to lead the cast in his second year as Ebenezer Scrooge.

BWW Feature: BILLY ELLIOT at Cawthra Park Secondary School
by Guest Blogger: Brynn Bonne - Nov 14, 2017


'Walk Proudly, Walk Strong, Go Together as One to see Billy Elliot at Cawthra Park Secondary School spreading Electricity starting November 30th!

THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR SHOW Wiggles This Weekend Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - Sep 29, 2017


Jonathan Rockefeller's critically-acclaimed and Drama Desk nominated The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show, will return to New York City for a strictly limited season now through February 4, 2018, at Union Square's DR2 Theatre (103 East 15 Street).

The Theater People Podcast Welcomes CATS Star Tyler Hanes
by Theater People Podcast - Aug 30, 2017


On Wednesday, August 30, Theater People podcast welcomes CATS star Tyler Hanes. Since making his Broadway debut as a teenager in 2002's OKLAHOMA, Hanes has racked up nine Broadway credits including HAIRSPRAY, THE BOY FROM OZ, SWEET CHARITY, A CHORUS LINE, and ON THE TOWN.

Academy of Country Music Celebrates Artists, Musicians & More at 11th Annual ACM HONORS
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 24, 2017


The Academy of Country Music® presented the 11th Annual ACM Honors, an evening dedicated to recognizing the special honorees and off-camera category winners from the 52nd Academy of Country Music Awards.

Photo Flash: Remembering Jerry Lewis
by Walter McBride - Aug 23, 2017


As BroadwayWorld sadly reported earlier this week, comic legend Jerry Lewis died at 91 years old at his home in Las Vegas.

Photo Flash: First look at Cape Rep Theatre's BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - Aug 9, 2017


Cape Rep Theatre continues its 2017 season with the 10-time Tony-winning musical, BILLY ELLIOT, THE MUSICAL, book and lyrics by Lee Hall, music by Elton John, now through August 27. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

Rachelle Ferrell, Rickie Lee Jones and More Coming Up This August at City Winery Chicago
by BWW News Desk - Aug 2, 2017


The following acts are performing at City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, throughout the month of August. Featured performances include three shows with Rachelle Ferrell on August 4-5, Roomful of Blues' on their 50th anniversary tour on August 17, Grammy award-winner Rickie Lee Jones on August 20, Welsh alt-rock group The Alarm on August 28 and more. Scroll down for details!

Rachelle Ferrell, Rickie Lee Jones and More Coming Up This August at City Winery Chicago
by BWW News Desk - Jul 27, 2017


The following acts are performing at City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, throughout the month of August. Featured performances include three shows with Rachelle Ferrell on August 4-5, Roomful of Blues' on their 50th anniversary tour on August 17, Grammy award-winner Rickie Lee Jones on August 20, Welsh alt-rock group The Alarm on August 28 and more. Scroll down for details!

Johnny Mathis to Join Pittsburgh Symphony at Heinz Hall
by BWW News Desk - Jul 22, 2017


Celebrating his 61st year in the music industry, legendary singer Johnny Mathis returns to Heinz Hall to perform with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra today, July 22 at 8 p.m.

Stagecrafters Youth Theatre to Let Loose with FOOTLOOSE This Month
by BWW News Desk - Jul 20, 2017


Stagecrafters Youth Theatre, whose performers are ages 8 to 18, presents Footloose running July 20 through July 23 at the Stagecrafters Baldwin Theatre on the Main Stage at 415 S. Lafayette Ave., Royal Oak, MI 48067.

Stagecrafters Youth Theatre to Let Loose with FOOTLOOSE This Month
by BWW News Desk - Jul 12, 2017


Stagecrafters Youth Theatre, whose performers are ages 8 to 18, presents Footloose running July 20 through July 23 at the Stagecrafters Baldwin Theatre on the Main Stage at 415 S. Lafayette Ave., Royal Oak, MI 48067.

Final Casting Announced for THE TOXIC AVENGER THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - Jul 10, 2017


Final casting is announced today for the transfer to the Arts Theatre of the acclaimed rock musical, The Toxic Avenger The Musical.

Cape Rep Theatre presents BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2017


Cape Rep Theatre continues its 2017 season with the 10-time Tony-winning musical, BILLY ELLIOT, THE MUSICAL, book and lyrics by Lee Hall, music by Elton John, August 2 through August 27: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7 pm, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm, and Sundays August 13, 20 and 27 at 2 pm.  Tickets are $35-40.  Pay-What-You-Can-Night is the first Friday, August 4. Student Rush tickets also available.  Call the box office for details.  Cape Rep Indoor Theater. North Side Route 6A E. Brewster. 508.896.1888 or www.caperep.org.  

Johnny Mathis to Join Pittsburgh Symphony at Heinz Hall
by BWW News Desk - Jul 6, 2017


Celebrating his 61st year in the music industry, legendary singer Johnny Mathis returns to Heinz Hall to perform with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra on Saturday, July 22 at 8 p.m.

Carmen Cusack, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Matthew Morrison, Vanessa Williams, Solea Pfeiffer and More Set for SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM at The Hollywood Bowl
by BWW News Desk - Jun 19, 2017


The Hollywood Bowl has announced the cast and creative team for a benefit performance of SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, conceived and directed on Broadway by James Lapine.

TROUBLE IN MIND, THE OPEN HOUSE and More Set for Print Room's 2017-18 Season
by BWW News Desk - Jun 1, 2017


Print Room at the Coronet has today announced its Autumn/Winter season, featuring: the London transfer from Theatre Royal Bath, of ground-breaking US playwright Alice Childress's courageous Trouble in Mind; Coronet International Festival, celebrating the work of artists from across the world; and Winter's Tales, a series of Christmas readings by friends and famous faces for children and their families. The season concludes with the return of multi-award-winning US playwright Will Eno, whose The Open House, directed by former RSC Artistic Director Michael Boyd, is being presented in a second collaboration with Theatre Royal Bath.

David Walliams' THE FIRST HIPPO ON THE MOON Lands at Edinburgh Festival Fringe
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2017


3…2…1… Blast Off! Edinburgh Festival Fringe audiences will have the chance to experience an explosively funny space adventure as David Walliams' stage adaptation of The First Hippo on the Moon touches down in Edinburgh this August.

BWW Review: FOOTLOOSE, Richmond Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 16, 2017


There seem to be something consistently appealing about the music of the 1980s; acts such as Rick Astley and Bananarama seem to attract more concert-goers today than they did in their heyday. It makes sense, therefore, for a revival of a musical featuring such classic hits as 'Holding Out For A Hero' and 'Let's Hear It For The Boy' would appeal to the current zeitgeist.

Theatre by the Lake Announces Two-Company Ensemble for Summer Season
by BWW News Desk - May 3, 2017


Artistic Director Conrad Lynch today announces the ensemble for the Theatre by the Lake's Summer Season - the first time the theatre has featured two-companies. They will perform over 5 productions in rep - After the Dance, As You Like It, Miss Julie, Handbagged and Remarkable Invisible - in both the theatre's spaces.

Other Productions of The Boy Friend

1953   London Fringe Original London Production
London Fringe
1953   London Fringe London Production
London Fringe
1954   West End West End Transfer
West End
1954   Broadway Broadway Production
Broadway
1955   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
1958   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
1967   West End London Revival
West End
1968   Australia Australian Revival
Australia
1970   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1984   West End London Revival
West End
2003   Regional (US) Regional Revival
Regional (US)
2005   Regional (US) Goodspeed Revival
Regional (US)
2006   West End Open Air Theatre Revival
West End
2007   Off-Broadway Musicals Tonight! Concert
Off-Broadway
2019   West End Menier Chocolate Factory's West End Revival
West End

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