Cabaret Revival 1986 - Articles Page 3.4

Ages: 12+
Opened: July 17, 1986
Closing: May 04, 1987

Cabaret - 1986 - West End History , Info & More

Strand Theatre
168-9 Strand London

Based on the play I Am a Camera by John Van Druten


Based on stories by Christopher Isherwood

The infamous Kit Kat Klub has undergone a new makeover. Grab a VIP seat and become a part of the action. … A female master of ceremonies hosts a decadent and sensual interpretation of CABARET.



Based on the original concept and script, this staged version brings forth the turmoil of love, trust, denial and desire embodied in Sally Bowles as well as the young and restless curiosity of a defiant American named Cliff.







From the producer that brought you the smash hit, Elevator, and the director of Into the Woods and Pippin.



Set against the backdrop of pre-World War II, the show takes place inside a provocative, yet forbidden Kit Kat Klub, where the relationship between cabaret performer Sally Bowles and the handsome American Cliff Bradshaw flourishes only to be confronted by social taboos and the imminent rise of the Nazi Party.



Overseeing all of the action in CABARET is the Master of Ceremonies (MC) of the Kit Kat Klub, who serves as a cultural metaphor and the upbeat catalyst to the ever-changing climate of the show.



Reflecting the moods and guiding the minds of the characters on stage, the MC takes pleasure in reminding the audience how easily society falls prey to the electrifying chaos that surrounds them. It is best to leave all inhibitions outside.

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BWW Interview: Stephen Shanaghan And Kevin Malony of Pangea Restaurant and Cabaret
by Stephen Mosher - Jan 15, 2021


Between loyal local patrons, a Gofundme campaign, and the contributions of many Alt Cabaret stars, PANGEA is still hangin' in there after ten months of the global health crisis. Everyone is pitching in to do all they can to keep the beloved home of Alt Cabaret alive and well and living in the Lower East Side.

PIANO BAR LIVE! Streams This Tuesday, January 12
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 11, 2021


Featuring new performers with every show, the weekly, award-winning Piano Bar Live! (PBL!) streams this Tuesday, January 12 at 7:15 pm ET, with host Scott Barbarino and guests Aaron Lee Battle, Joey Chelius, Tony Javed, Carolyn Wehner, Collin Yates, plus Mystery Guests and MORE!

Tony Winner Peg Murray Passes Away at 96 Years Old
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 4, 2020


BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen star Peg Murray, who won a Tony Award for her performance in the original cast of Cabaret, passed away last week. She was 96 years old.

Tune in to PIANO BAR LIVE! Special Election Edition
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 29, 2020


PBL! streams this Tuesday, November 3rd at 7:15 pm ET, with hosts Scott Barbarino and Tony Javed. The episode features Aaron Lee Battle, Mardie Millit with Michael Garin and Collin Yates.

PIANO BAR LIVE! Streams Tonight with Aaron Lee Battle, Ruby Rims, Patrick Pevehouse and Jaclyn P Dharling
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2020


Featuring new performers with every show, the weekly, award-winning Piano Bar Live! (PBL!) streams tonight Tuesday, October 27th at 7:15 pm ET, with hosts Scott Barbarino and Aaron Lee Battle. PBL! is continuing the long-established tradition of the piano bar-that special place where we can gather, entertain, support and create.

PIANO BAR LIVE! Continues With Jennifer Pace, Warren Schein, Aaron Lee Battle and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 27, 2020


Featuring new performers with every show, the weekly, award-winning Piano Bar Live! (PBL!) streams this Tuesday, July 28th at 7:15 pm ET with host Scott Barbarino and Ivan Danylets and Lydia Sabosto sharing piano duties.

Virtual Theatre Today: Wednesday, May 27- with Chad Kimball, Alex Brightman and More!
by Nicole Rosky - May 27, 2020


Today (May 27) in live streaming: Chad Kimball visits Backstage Live, Debra Messing and Victoria Clark visit Stars in the House, and so much more!

Virtual Theatre Today: Tuesday, May 26- with Joshua Henry, Lynn Ahrens, Brandon Victor Dixon and More!
by Nicole Rosky - May 26, 2020


Today (May 26) in live streaming: Star Trek Voyager reunites, a new episode of It's the Day of the Show Y'all, and so much more!

Virtual Theatre Today: Tuesday, May 19- with Sierra Boggess, Alanis Morissette and More!
by Nicole Rosky - May 19, 2020


Today (May 19) in live streaming: Jagged cast performs live, Sierra Boggess takes over at Stars in the House, and so much more!

Virtual Theatre Today: Monday, May 18- with Laura Benanti, Meryl Streep and More!
by Nicole Rosky - May 18, 2020


Today (May 18) in live streaming: Laura Benanti hosts Stars in the House, Broadway comes together for Covenant House, and so much more!

BWW Exclusive: The 101 Greatest Musical Theatre Characters (1940-2020)
by Peter Nason - Apr 30, 2020


BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the best musical theatre characters from 1940-2020; see if your favorites are on our list of the best characters from Broadway musicals.

BWW Exclusive: The 101 Greatest MOVIE MUSICALS of All Time
by Peter Nason - Mar 30, 2020


BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the best film musicals since the sound era began; see if your favorites made the list!

BWW Interview: At Home With Sue Matsuki
by Stephen Mosher - Mar 28, 2020


Known in some circles as The Godmother of Cabaret, Sue Matsuki provides more than just good entertainment - she is a helping hand and a nurturer within the community, making all her colleagues feel safe and welcome.

The 101 Greatest Showtunes from 1920-2020
by Peter Nason - Mar 19, 2020


How do we make a list of the 101 greatest show tunes from the past 100 years? Well, we did the near-impossible task.  Check out our full list here! 

Submissions Open For The Jilline Ringle Solo Performance Program
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2020


Submissions are being accepted for The Jilline Ringle Solo Performance Program at 1812 Productions.

Live At Birdland Jazz Club & Birdland Theater Announce Lineup for March 16 - 29
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 6, 2020


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced their lineup of artists for March 16 through March 29: 

PHANTOM Star Howard McGillin Brings Broadway Cabaret To Helsinki Hudson
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2020


Broadway star Howard McGillin brings his 'Never Been Younger' cabaret to Club Helsinki Hudson on Sunday, April 26, at 7pm, as part of the Helsinki on Broadway series presented by Showstoppers NY in association with Gary DiMauro. The two-time Tony Award nominee is best known for his record-setting run playing the title role in 'The Phantom of the Opera.'

Live At Birdland Jazz Club & Birdland Theater Announces March 9 - March 22 Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 28, 2020


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced listing for March 9 through March 22: 

Whitney White, Kelli Sae and More Are Heading to Joe's Pub
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2020


Joe's Pub bids farewell to February and welcomes March with the third in a five-part concert series exploring Shakespeare's women, black female ambition, and music, Whitney White: Think, And Die; Joe's Pub Working Group 2020 member Salty Brine continues their dazzling exploration of pop music with Living Record Collection - THESE ARE THE CONTENTS OF MY HEAD: The Annie Lennox Show

Urban Stages Presents Aaron Lee Battle in GENTLEMAN OF JAZZ as Part of WINTER RHYTHMS 2019
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 19, 2019


Urban Stages (Frances Hill, Founding Artistic Director and Tom Toce , Musical Director) present Aaron Lee Battle in Gentleman of Jazz as part of WINTER RHYTHMS 2019, one night only Friday Night December 20th 9PM Show to Benefit Urban Stages(259 West 30th St., East of 8th Ave.)

Joel Grey Will Receive ICON Award at Porchlight Music Theatre's 25th Anniversary ICONS Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2019


Porchlight Music Theatre has announced that actor, singer, dancer, director and photographer Joel Grey will be honored at the 2020 ICONS Gala celebrating 25 years of Porchlight as the center for music theatre in Chicago, Monday, March 23, at the Ritz-Carlton, 160 E. Pearson St. The ICONS Gala's 25th Anniversary co-chairs are Rick and Deann Bayless and Bill Kurtis and Donna La Pietra.

Urban Stages and Matsuki Productions Will Present HOW'S THAT FOR OPENERS? as Part of WINTER RHYTHMS Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2019


Urban Stages (Frances Hill, Founding Artistic Director and Tom Toce, Musical Director) and Matsuki Productions will present HOW'S THAT FOR OPENERS? on Thursday, December 19th at 7PM. Starring Sue Matsuki and directed by Lina Koutrakos. HOW'S THAT FOR OPENERS? will perform as part of the award-winning series WINTER RHYTHMS at and Urban Stages Theatre (259 West 30th St., East of 8th Ave.). Tickets are $30, for more information or to purchase tickets please visit www.UrbanStages.org or call 866-811-4111.

URBAN STAGES WINTER RHYTHMS 2019 Begins on December 11
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2019


Urban Stages (Frances Hill, Founding Artistic Director and Tom Toce , Musical Director) announces the line-up for this year's award-winning series, WINTER RHYTHMS 2019, which will begin Wednesday, December 11 featuring some of New York's best musical performances through Saturday, December 21, 2019 at Urban Stages Theatre (259 West 30th St., East of 8th Ave.)

Urban Stages Presents 11th Annual Award-Winning Series WINTER RHYTHMS 2019
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2019


New York: Urban Stages (Frances Hill, Founding Artistic Director and Tom Toce , Musical Director) announces the line-up for this year's award-winning series, WINTER RHYTHMS 2019, which will begin Wednesday, December 11 featuring some of New York's best musical performances through Saturday, December 21, 2019 at Urban Stages Theatre (259 West 30th St., East of 8th Ave.)

La Mirada Presents GRUMPY OLD MEN: THE MUSICAL Featuring Cathy Rigby and More
by Julie Musbach - Aug 15, 2019


La Mirada Theatre For The Performing Arts & Mccoy Rigby Entertainment present the West Coast Premiere of GRUMPY OLD MEN: THE MUSICAL, book by Dan Remmes, music by Neil Berg, lyrics by Nick Meglin, (Adapted from the Warner Bros. motion picture written by Mark Steven Johnson), additional orchestrations by Phil Reno, choreography by Michele Lynch, musical direction by Benet Braun and direction by Matt Lenz.

Cabaret FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Cabaret have there been?
Cabaret has had 19 productions including Broadway which opened in 1966, Broadway which opened in 1966, US Tour which opened in 1967, West End which opened in 1968, Regional (US) which opened in 1982, West End which opened in 1986, Broadway which opened in 1987, Broadway which opened in 1987, West End which opened in 1993, Broadway which opened in 1998, Broadway which opened in 1998, West End which opened in 2006, Broadway which opened in 2008, UK Tour which opened in 2008, West End which opened in 2012, Broadway which opened in 2014, US Tour which opened in 2016, West End which opened in 2021 and Broadway which opened in 2024.
What awards has Cabaret been nominated for?
Cabaret has been nominated for the Olivier Awards in the category of Outstanding Supporting Performer, Non-Resident Production. Regina Resnik received this nomination for her performance in the show.

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