Can-Can Tour 1955 - Articles Page 1.8

Opened: June 25, 1955

Can-Can - 1955 - US Tour History , Info & More

The musical comedy takes place in turn-of-the-century Paris, where La Mome Pistache, proud owner of the Bal du Paradis, famous for its sexy can-can girls, spars with Aristide Forestier, a self-righteous judge determined to close all Parisian dance halls.

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Who Decides the Drama Desk and Drama League Awards?
by Cara Joy David - Apr 1, 2024


It is award season. And every year newcomers to the industry ask what most of the awards are. In this series, I’ll hopefully explain that. I'll be looking at many of the major awards other than the Tony Awards. First up today: the Drama Desk Awards and the Drama League Awards.

New Subscription Packages Available for 2024-2025 Broadway at The Paramount Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 29, 2024


Broadway at The Paramount's new season subscription packages are availalbe for the 2024-2025 season. Learn more about the shows and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: Al Roker Joins the Cast of BACK TO THE FUTURE For One Night Only
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2024


Weatherman and TV personality, Al Roker, returned to Broadway tonight in the time-bending new musical, BACK TO THE FUTURE.

BEETLEJUICE & More Lead Seattle's April 2024 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Apr 1, 2024


Seattle is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for April 2024 include Beetlejuice, Aladdin, and more!

Video: Watch BACK TO THE FUTURE Perform 'Johnny B. Goode' on THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW
by Michael Major - Mar 27, 2024


Casey Likes and the cast of Back to the Future appeared on The Kelly Clarkson Show to perform 'Johnny B. Goode.' The production is among the first Broadway musicals to perform on The Kelly Clarkson Show following its move to New York City. Other Broadway appearances have included performances from Shucked and Kimberly Akimbo. Watch the video!

SHUCKED, PARADE, and More Set For Des Moines Performing Arts' 2024-25 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2024


The lineup has been announced for the 2024-25 Willis Broadway Series in Des Moines! The season will include six highly anticipated first-run national Broadway tours, plus the return of some beloved crowd favorites. Learn more about the full lineup here!

FUNNY GIRL, SHUCKED & More Set for 2024-2025 Broadway In Boston Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2024


Broadway In Boston has revealed its 2024-2025 Broadway In Boston Season at the Citizens Opera House and the Emerson Colonial Theatre. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Tune In Alert! BACK TO THE FUTURE Stops By THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW Tomorrow
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2024


Tomorrow, The Kelly Clarkson Show is headed back in time with a visit from the cast of Back to the Future on Broadway!

The Bushnell Announces �¿�¿SOME LIKE IT HOT, THE WIZ, And More For 2024-2025 Broadway Series
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 25, 2024


Discover the exciting lineup for The Bushnell's 2024-2025 Broadway Series.

3-CD Box Set of George Enescu's Full Symphonies and Romanian Rhapsodies 1 & 2, Out This April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2024


Discover the Orchestre National de France's new 3-CD box set, led by Cristian Măcelaru, featuring George Enescu’s full symphonies and Romanian Rhapsodies 1 & 2.

The Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra Celebrates Its 80th Season In 2024
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2024


Discover the 80th season of the RI Philharmonic, featuring an exciting lineup of 2024/25 concerts.

Kassa Overall to Release 'Live At Third Man Records' LP in April
by Michael Major - Mar 21, 2024


Discover the latest music release from Kassa Overall, LIVE AT THIRD MAN RECORDS, available digitally and on vinyl. Get a glimpse into the unique blend of jazz and hip-hop by this talented artist. Kassa Overall's Live At Third Man Records features longtime collaborator trumpeter Theo Croker, the Detroit native Ian Finkelstein, and more.

Review: DANSES CONCERTANTES/DIFFERENT DRUMMER/REQUIEM, Royal Opera House
by Matthew Paluch - Mar 21, 2024


The entire evening confirms MacMillan’s scope as a choreographer, but we knew that already right?

Broadway In Chicago 2024/25 Season to Feature BACK TO THE FUTURE, CURSED CHILD, and More
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 20, 2024


Broadway In Chicago has announced its next season is now on sale. Learn more about the lineup here!

SHUCKED, THE WIZ, and More Set For Shea's Buffalo Theatre 2024-25 Broadway Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2024


Shea's Buffalo Theatre has announced the lineup for the 2024-25 Broadway Season. The season kicks off this September with Some Like It Hot. Learn more about the full season here!

Don Stephenson & Caden Brauch to Lead BACK TO THE FUTURE North American Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2024


The North American tour of Back to the Future: The Musical will star Broadway veteran Don Stephenson as “Doc Brown” and newcomer Caden Brauch as “Marty McFly.”

TROUBLE IN MIND Comes to the Warehouse Theatre This Month
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2024


Alice Childress' TROUBLE IN MIND will be performed as The Warehouse Theatre’s latest production opening on March 29th.

Review: Grammy Nominee Jane Monheit Makes OC Return at Irvine Barclay
by Michael Quintos - Mar 19, 2024


Returning to Orange County, CA for a one-night-only concert at the Irvine Barclay Theatre, Monheit stunned the audience with her incredible talents, offering fresh live performances of superb tunes—including many from the Broadway stage—that are slated for her upcoming new studio album releasing this summer.

TimeLine Theatre Closes 2024-25 Season With DHABA ON DEVON AVENUE
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 18, 2024


TimeLine Theatre Company has announced details for the world premiere of Dhaba on Devon Avenue by Madhuri Shekar, directed by Chay Yew and presented in a co-production with Writers Theatre.

& JULIET, BACK TO THE FUTURE & More Set For Providence Performing Arts Center's 2024/2025 Broadway Season
by Joshua Wright - Mar 13, 2024


The 2024/2025 Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) Broadway touring season has been announced! Shows coming to Rhode Island include & Juliet, Hamilton, Back to the Future and more.

PUCCINI, BUSONI, OFFENBACH and ROSSINI Announced Among the Attractions of Theatro Sao Pedro's 2024 Season
by Claudio Erlichman - Mar 12, 2024


The lyrical season will feature 12 titles, such as Turandot, by Busoni, Gianni Schicchi, by Puccini, Le Comte Ory, by Rossini, among others. The program also includes ballets, cinema and music, and concerts in a year in which São Pedro establishes partnerships with the Cinemateca, the São Paulo Companhia de Dança and guest orchestras.

HAMILTON, BACK TO THE FUTURE, and More Set for the 2024-25 Broadway Season at the Tanger Center
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2024


The Tanger Center has announcd its 2024-25 Broadway season. The season will kick off in September with Mamma Mia! and continues through June 2025.

Review: A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Tri-M Productions At New Mexico Actors Lab
by Jackie Camborde - Mar 11, 2024


Sondheim is everywhere. Since the start of 2024, I have seen two on Broadway (Merrily We Roll Along; Sweeney Todd), one Off-Broadway (Here We Are, the play he was working on when he passed away in 2021) one just last week in Albuquerque (Into the Woods) and last night in Santa Fe, A Little Night Music.

Aaron Tveit Will Make Cafe Carlyle Debut This June
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 7, 2024


Tony winner Aaron Tveit is set to enchant audiences with his debut residency at the iconic Café Carlyle from June 18 to 29. We have all the details on his upcoming shows!

BEETLEJUICE, FUNNY GIRL, and More Set For Walton Arts Center 2024-25 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2024


Walton Arts Center has announced its 2024-25 Broadway season, featuring six shows. Learn more about the full lineup here!

Other Productions of Can-Can

1953   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1954   West End London Production
West End
1955   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
1959   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
1962   Off-Broadway City Center Revival
Off-Broadway
1981   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1988   International Tour
1988   West End London Revival
West End
2004   Off-Broadway Encores! Concert
Off-Broadway
2007   London Lost Musicals Concert
London
2007   Los Angeles Pasadena Playhouse Production
Los Angeles

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