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

Cats - 1982 - Broadway History , Info & More

Winter Garden Theatre (Broadway)
1634 Broadway New York, NY 10019

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

The longest running, most popular, North American Touring Production in history!



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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Boyle in Talks to Perform for Pope in September
by Abigail Arnold - Jun 10, 2010


Former 'Britain's Got Talent' contestant Susan Boyle may sing for Pope Benedict XVI when he visits Britain this September, the Associated Press reports today. Although talks are still in progress, Boyle will likely perform at a papal Mass in Bellahouston Park, Glasgow on September 16. Benedict's visit will be the first visit of a pope to Britain since 1982; he will address Parliament and beatify nineteenth-century Cardinal John Henry Newman.

The Metropolitan Room Announces Their June Events
by BWW News Desk - Jun 5, 2010


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The Metropolitan Room Announces Their June Events
by BWW News Desk - Jun 4, 2010


Come join us every Friday and Saturday from 11PM-2AM for our piano lounge. No cover, no minimum!

The Metropolitan Room Announces Their June Events
by BWW News Desk - Jun 2, 2010


Come join us every Friday and Saturday from 11PM-2AM for our piano lounge. No cover, no minimum!

CATS Closes at Toronto's At The Cannon Theater 5/30
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2010


The show that revolutionized musical theatre is returning to Toronto for 8 performances only. CATS will play the Canon Theatre from May 25 - 30 only. Tickets go on sale on Saturday March 27, 2010.

CATS returns to Toronto At The Cannon Theater 5/25-30
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2010


The show that revolutionized musical theatre is returning to Toronto for 8 performances only. CATS will play the Canon Theatre from May 25 - 30 only.

CATS Ends Return to Detroit at the Fisher Theatre, May 23
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2010


The show that revolutionized musical theatre will end its run at the Fisher Theatre in Detroit for eight performances, May 23, 2010. Produced by CATS-Eye, LLC, the national tour of CATS is the only production in North America sanctioned by Andrew Lloyd Webber. With original direction by Trevor Nunn and choreography by Gillian Lynne this is the CATS credited with the British invasion of Broadway. The national tour of CATS recently celebrated its 27th anniversary season, holding its place as the longest continuously touring Broadway musical in history.

The Metropolitan Room Announces Their June Events
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 18, 2010


Come join us every Friday and Saturday from 11PM-2AM for our piano lounge. No cover, no minimum!

CATS Returns to Detroit at the Fisher Theatre, May 18-23
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2010


The show that revolutionized musical theatre is coming to the Fisher Theatre in Detroit for eight performances, May 18-23, 2010. Produced by CATS-Eye, LLC, the national tour of CATS is the only production in North America sanctioned by Andrew Lloyd Webber. With original direction by Trevor Nunn and choreography by Gillian Lynne this is the CATS credited with the British invasion of Broadway. The national tour of CATS recently celebrated its 27th anniversary season, holding its place as the longest continuously touring Broadway musical in history.

El Dorado Musical Theatre Presents CATS April 9-25
by BWW News Desk - Apr 25, 2010


CATS Ends Run at Colonial Theatre, April 18th
by BWW News Desk - Apr 18, 2010


CATS, the show that revolutionized musical theatre, will end its return in Boston April 18 at Boston's Colonial Theatre.

El Dorado Musical Theatre Presents CATS April 9-25
by Emily Faye Oakley - Apr 14, 2010


Tickets to CATS Engagement at The Cannon Theater On Sale 3/27
by BWW News Desk - Mar 27, 2010


The show that revolutionized musical theatre is returning to Toronto for 8 performances only. CATS will play the Canon Theatre from May 25 - 30 only. Tickets go on sale on Saturday March 27, 2010.

CATS returns to Toronto At The Cannon Theater 5/25-30, Tickets On Sale 3/27
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 23, 2010


The show that revolutionized musical theatre is returning to Toronto for 8 performances only. CATS will play the Canon Theatre from May 25 - 30 only. Tickets go on sale on Saturday March 27, 2010.

CATS Ends Run at the Pantages Theatre, 3/21
by BWW News Desk - Mar 21, 2010


CATS, the family favorite which helped revolutionize musical theatre will end its limited engagement at the Pantages Theatre on March 21st.

CATS Returns to Pantages Theatre 3/9-3/21
by BWW News Desk - Mar 9, 2010


CATS, the family favorite which helped revolutionize musical theatre returns to the Pantages Theatre for a strictly limited two week engagement March 9 through 21st.

CATS Lands at Colonial Theatre; Tickets On Sale March 7
by BWW News Desk - Mar 2, 2010


CATS, the show that revolutionized musical theatre, makes its return to Boston April 13 - 18 for one week only at Boston's Colonial Theatre. Tickets go on sale Sunday, March 7 and will be available through an authorized ticket seller found only at Ticketmaster 1-800-982-2787, at all Ticketmaster outlets, by visiting BroadwayAcrossAmerica.com/Boston and directly at the box office of Boston's Colonial Theatre, 106 Boylston Street, Boston during normal business hours Monday through Saturday 10am - 6pm.

CATS Returns to Detroit at the Fisher Theatre, May 18-23
by Mary Hanrahan - Mar 2, 2010


The show that revolutionized musical theatre is coming to the Fisher Theatre in Detroit for eight performances, May 18-23, 2010. Produced by CATS-Eye, LLC, the national tour of CATS is the only production in North America sanctioned by Andrew Lloyd Webber. With original direction by Trevor Nunn and choreography by Gillian Lynne this is the CATS credited with the British invasion of Broadway. The national tour of CATS recently celebrated its 27th anniversary season, holding its place as the longest continuously touring Broadway musical in history.

The Metropolitan Room Announces March 2010 Lineup
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 22, 2010


For old-world cabaret, performers still swoon over the stately, romantic elegance of the Oak Room at the Algonquin, but this sleek, two-year-old spot is threatening to encroach on the turf of such established institutions.

Partridge, Church and Hancock Join Webber as 'Over the Rainbow' Judges
by Jeff Dennhardt - Feb 19, 2010


The upcoming reality television show, 'Over the Rainbow,' which will feature a competition to earn the role as of Dorothy in the upcoming West End production of The Wizard of Oz, will feature a judging panel consisting of Andrew Lloyd Webber, John Partridge, Charlotte Church, and Sheila Hancock. The show will be hosted by British star Graham Norton.

CATS Closes at The Arnoff Center 2/6
by BWW News Desk - Feb 6, 2010


CATS will play its final performance at the Arnoff Theatre on Saturday, February 6, 2010.

CATS Comes To The Arnoff Center
by BWW News Desk - Feb 5, 2010


The show that revolutionized musical theatre is returning to the Aronoff Center for three performances as a Fifth Third Bank Broadway Across America 09/10 Special Presentation.

CATS Closes at the Benedum Center 1/31
by BWW News Desk - Jan 31, 2010


CATS will close at the Benedum Center on January 31, 2010.

CATS Returns to the Benedum Center 1/26-31
by BWW News Desk - Jan 26, 2010


The show that revolutionized musical theater is returning to Pittsburgh's Benedum Center on Tuesday, January 26, 2010, for six nights only.

CATS Returns to Pantages Theatre 3/9-3/21
by BWW News Desk - Jan 19, 2010


CATS, the family favorite which helped revolutionize musical theatre returns to the Pantages Theatre for a strictly limited two week engagement March 9 through 21st.

Cats FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Cats have there been?
Cats has had 11 productions including West End which opened in 1981, Broadway which opened in 1982, Broadway which opened in 1982, London Fringe which opened in 2004, US Tour which opened in 2011, US Tour which opened in 2011, West End which opened in 2014, West End which opened in 2015, Broadway which opened in 2016, US Tour which opened in 2019 and US Tour which opened in 2021.
What Tony Awards has Cats been nominated for?
Cats has been nominated for several Tony Awards. These include Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical for T.S. Eliot, Best Choreography for Gillian Lynne, Best Costume Design for John Napier, Best Lighting Design for David Hersey, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for T.S. Eliot, and Best Scenic Design for John Napier.
What Tony Awards has Cats won?
Cats has won several Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical for T.S. Eliot, Best Choreography for Gillian Lynne, Best Costume Design for John Napier, Best Lighting Design for David Hersey, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for T.S. Eliot, and Best Scenic Design for John Napier.
What awards has Cats been nominated for?
Cats has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for John Napier, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for David Heresy, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for T.S. Eliot, and Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Andrew Lloyd Webber.
What awards has Cats won?
Cats has won several awards, including Outstanding Costume Design at the Drama Desk Awards for John Napier, Outstanding Lighting Design at the Drama Desk Awards for David Heresy, Outstanding Lyrics at the Drama Desk Awards for T.S. Eliot, and Outstanding Music at the Drama Desk Awards for Andrew Lloyd Webber.

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