Cats 1982 - Articles Page 15

Ages: 6+
Opened: October 7, 1982
Closing: September 10, 2000

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Based on Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats by T.S. Eliot

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There's no better way to introduce your family to the wonders of live theatre than with the magic, the mystery, the memory of CATS. What began as a musical about cats after Andrew Lloyd Webber picked up a book of poems in an airport bookshop has become one of the longest running shows in Broadway's history. Winner of seven Tony Awards including Best Musical, CATS features 20 of Andrew Lloyd Webber's timeless melodies, including the hit song "Memory."

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Musical Theatre West Announces Principal Cast of CATS 2/11-27
by BWW News Desk - Feb 11, 2011


Musical Theatre West is proud to announce its upcoming production of CATS at the beautiful 1,070-seat Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach.

Musical Theatre West presents 'CATS' 2/11-27
by BWW News Desk - Feb 11, 2011


Musical Theatre West is proud to announce its upcoming production of CATS at the beautiful 1,070-seat Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach. CATS previews February 11 and runs February 12 through February 27, 2011.

Davie, Hanan And More Lead BROADWAY BY THE YEAR- 1921
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 8, 2011


Executive and Artistic Director Lawrence Zucker is pleased to announce that Erin Davie (A Little Night Music), Stephen Mo Hanan (Cats) Kevin Earley (Thoroughly Modern Millie) and Liz Lark-Brown (2011 Nightlife Award Winner), join the cast of The Town Hall's (123 West 43rd Street) THE BROADWAY MUSICALS of 1921 on Monday, February 14th at 8PM, kicking off The Town Hall's 90th Anniversary Season.

Musical Theatre West Presents CATS, 2/27
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 7, 2011


Musical Theatre West is proud to announce the opening of its production of CATS at the beautiful 1,070-seat Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach. CATS previews February 11 and runs February 12 through February 27, 2011. Dana Solimando directs and choreographs Musical Theatre West's production of CATS with musical direction by Dennis Castellano.

CATS Comes To The Palace Theatre 1/21-23
by BWW News Desk - Jan 23, 2011


The show that revolutionized musical theatre is coming to PlayhouseSquare's Palace Theatre in Cleveland for five performances January 21st through 23rd.

CATS Comes To The Palace Theatre 1/21-23
by BWW News Desk - Jan 21, 2011


The show that revolutionized musical theatre is coming to PlayhouseSquare's Palace Theatre in Cleveland for five performances January 21st through 23rd.

Town Hall's 'Broadway By The Year' Season Kicks of with Musicals of 1921, 2/14
by Jessica Lewis - Jan 18, 2011


The Town Hall (123 West 43rd Street) New York's landmark concert venue presents the 11th season of its acclaimed Broadway By The Year® series, created, written and hosted by Scott Siegel for The Town Hall on Valentine's Day, Monday, February 14th at 8PM. Kicking off the 90th Anniversary of The Town Hall, the Broadway By The Year® season will begin with THE BROADWAY MUSICALS of 1921, celebrating the great music that was performed the same year the historic building came to be.

Musical Theatre West Announces Principal Cast of CATS 2/11-27
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 3, 2011


Musical Theatre West is proud to announce its upcoming production of CATS at the beautiful 1,070-seat Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach.

Musical Theatre West presents 'CATS' 2/11-27
by Michael L. Quintos - Dec 29, 2010


Musical Theatre West is proud to announce its upcoming production of CATS at the beautiful 1,070-seat Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach. CATS previews February 11 and runs February 12 through February 27, 2011.

'Cats' The Now And Forever Show Returns To South Florida - Opens Tonight!
by Beau Higgins - Dec 17, 2010


Just in time for holiday vacation, 'CATS' the 'now and forever' show as it came to be known, the show that revolutionized musical theatre, is coming to Broward Center for the Performing Arts for 5 performances December 17 to 19, 2010. Tickets are available at the Broward Center Box Office Monday to Friday 10AM - 5 PM, Saturday and Sunday 12 Noon - 5pm and 1 ½ hours prior to show times; or online at www.broadwayacrossamerica.com; www.browardcenter.org; via phones 954-462-0222 or 800-982-2787. Groups of 15 or more are invited to call 954-626-7814 or 954-462-0222.

'Cats' The Now And Forever Show Returns To South Florida
by Beau Higgins - Dec 11, 2010


Just in time for holiday vacation, 'CATS' the 'now and forever' show as it came to be known, the show that revolutionized musical theatre, is coming to Broward Center for the Performing Arts for 5 performances December 17 to 19, 2010. Tickets are available at the Broward Center Box Office Monday to Friday 10AM - 5 PM, Saturday and Sunday 12 Noon - 5pm and 1 ½ hours prior to show times; or online at www.broadwayacrossamerica.com; www.browardcenter.org; via phones 954-462-0222 or 800-982-2787. Groups of 15 or more are invited to call 954-626-7814 or 954-462-0222.

CATS Comes To The Palace Theatre 1/21-23
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 10, 2010


The show that revolutionized musical theatre is coming to PlayhouseSquare's Palace Theatre in Cleveland for five performances January 21st through 23rd.

B.B. King's Blues Club Announces Upcoming Appearances And Performances
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 1, 2010


B.B. King Blues Club & Grill is located at 237 West 42nd Street (between 7th and 8th Avenues) New York, NY 10036

'Cats' The Now And Forever Show Returns To South Florida
by Beau Higgins - Nov 29, 2010


Just in time for holiday vacation, 'CATS' the 'now and forever' show as it came to be known, the show that revolutionized musical theatre, is coming to Broward Center for the Performing Arts for 5 performances December 17 to 19, 2010. Tickets are available at the Broward Center Box Office Monday to Friday 10AM - 5 PM, Saturday and Sunday 12 Noon - 5pm and 1 ½ hours prior to show times; or online at www.broadwayacrossamerica.com; www.browardcenter.org; via phones 954-462-0222 or 800-982-2787. Groups of 15 or more are invited to call 954-626-7814 or 954-462-0222.

CATS Comes To Clowes Memorial Hall 11/26-28
by BWW News Desk - Nov 28, 2010


The show that revolutionized musical theatre is returning to Clowes Memorial Hall in Indianapolis for four performances only as a Broadway Across America - Indianapolis Special Presentation.

CATS Comes To Clowes Memorial Hall 11/26-28
by BWW News Desk - Nov 26, 2010


The show that revolutionized musical theatre is returning to Clowes Memorial Hall in Indianapolis for four performances only as a Broadway Across America - Indianapolis Special Presentation.

CATS Returns to Columbus for Five Performances Only
by BWW News Desk - Nov 19, 2010


What began as a musical about cats after Andrew Lloyd Webber picked up a book of poems in an airport bookshop has become one of the longest running shows in Broadway history.

O'Hara, Vereen et al. Lead Town Hall's 90th Season
by Jessica Lewis - Oct 25, 2010


The Town Hall, Broadway's landmark concert venue, (123 W. 43rd Street) announces its 90th Anniversary season lineup. Headliners include Tony Award ®winning Broadway star Ben Vereen; the acclaimed musical comedy troupe Capitol Steps, back by popular demand; Grammy Award® winning singer and songwriter Don Mclean; the world premiere of a new production by the Romulo Larrea Tango Ensemble; Broadway stars Linda Eder and three time Tony Award® nominee Kelli O'Hara; celebrated singers and actors Andrea Marcovicci and Jeff Harner; Grammy and Tony Award® winner Dee Dee Bridgewater and the acclaimed concert series Broadway By The Year®, featuring the years 1921, 1932, 1982 and 1997.

CATS Returns to Columbus for Five Performances Only
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 25, 2010


What began as a musical about cats after Andrew Lloyd Webber picked up a book of poems in an airport bookshop has become one of the longest running shows in Broadway history.

CATS Comes To Clowes Memorial Hall 11/26-28
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 1, 2010


The show that revolutionized musical theatre is returning to Clowes Memorial Hall in Indianapolis for four performances only as a Broadway Across America - Indianapolis Special Presentation.

CATS Plays The Music Hall Nov. 5-7, Tickets On Sale Now
by Charlie Piane - Sep 17, 2010


The show that revolutionized musical theatre is coming to the Music Hall in Kansas City for five performances Nov. 5-7. Tickets are NOW on sale at the Music Hall box office and all Ticketmaster locations or call (816) 513-5000 for more details.

Christopher Hart, Brian Kelly & More Set For Pittsburgh CLO's TRIPLE ESPRESSO
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 17, 2010


Pittsburgh CLO is proud to announce the cast and creative team for the Pittsburgh premiere of Triple Espresso: a highly caffeinated comedy, which runs September 9, 2010 through January 9, 2011 at the CLO Cabaret. Tickets are available at CLOCabaret.com or by calling 412-456-6666.

Manila: CATS Is First-Rate Entertainment!
by Oliver Oliveros - Aug 13, 2010


The mystery on why T.S. Eliot/Andrew Lloyd Webber/Trevor Nunn's early megamusical has never seized to break records is solved - 'Cats', the second longest-running musical in Broadway history, offers first-rate entertainment, and appeals to a broad audience: from quirky toddlers with short attention spans to paying adults who look for choreographed spectacles, and theatrical pyrotechnics in live productions.

Photo Flash: CATS Manila Official Production Shots - First Look!
by Oliver Oliveros - Aug 5, 2010


The international producers of 'Cats: Now and Forever' in Manila -- Lunchbox Theatrical Productions, David Atkins Enterprises, Concertus and All Youth Channels in association with The Really Useful Company Asia Pacific - have been kind enough to share with BroadwayWorld.com their first set of official production shots of the Broadway musical that is currently taking Manila by storm.

CATS Comes To The Stage At The King Center 7/9
by BWW News Desk - Jul 9, 2010


The show that revolutionized musical theatre is coming to The King Center for the Performing Arts in Melbourne for 2 performances. Tickets go on sale on Friday, July 9th at 10am. Tickets range from $25-$55.

Other Productions of Cats

1981   West End Original London Production
West End
1982   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2004   London Fringe London Revival
London Fringe
2011   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
2014   West End West End Revival
West End
2016   West End West End 2015 Revival Production
West End
2016   Broadway Broadway Revival Production
Broadway
2019   US Tour US Revival Tour
US Tour
2021   US Tour Non-Equity Tour
US Tour

Cats - 1982 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1983 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Betty Buckley
1983 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Costume Design John Napier
1983 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lighting Design David Heresy
1983 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lyrics T.S. Eliot
1983 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music Andrew Lloyd Webber
1983 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical T.S. Eliot
1983 Tony Awards Best Choreography Gillian Lynne
1983 Tony Awards Best Costume Design John Napier
1983 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design David Hersey
1983 Tony Awards Best Musical Cameron Mackintosh
1983 Tony Awards Best Musical David Geffen
1983 Tony Awards Best Musical The Shubert Organization
1983 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre T.S. Eliot
1983 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Harry Groener
1983 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Stephen Hanan
1983 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design John Napier

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