Chitty Chitty Bang Bang 2002 - Articles Page 4

Opened: April 16, 2002
Closing: September 05, 2005

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang - 2002 - West End History , Info & More

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Based on the film of the same name by Ian Fleming.

Chitty, a magical car, sails the seas and flies through the air carrying its eccentric inventor, Caractacus Potts; his children, Jemima and Jeremy; beautiful Truly Scrumptious; and loony Grandpa Potts as they try to escape from the Baron and the evil Child Catcher.

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang - 2002 - West End Cast

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THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE to Open Way Off Broadway's 2017 Mainstage Season
by BWW News Desk - Jan 20, 2017


Earlier this year, producers for The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre, the area's only year-round producing dinner theatre, announced the lineup of shows for its 2017 Season. Kicking off 2017's blockbuster year, will be the hilarious pirate farce, The Pirates of Penzance, opening in January.

THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE to Open Way Off Broadway's 2017 Mainstage Season
by BWW News Desk - Dec 13, 2016


Earlier this year, producers for The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre, the area's only year-round producing dinner theatre, announced the lineup of shows for its 2017 Season. Kicking off 2017's blockbuster year, will be the hilarious pirate farce, The Pirates of Penzance, opening in January.

BWW Review: CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG Flies Into the Belmont
by Marakay Rogers - Nov 27, 2016


What do you get when you mix the dreator of James Bond, a flying car, and a country called Vulgaria? A musical with gadgets, spies, and family fun.

LAZARUS, Starring Michael C. Hall, Begins Tonight in London
by BWW News Desk - Oct 25, 2016


The European premiere of David Bowie and Enda Walsh's Lazarus begins tonight, October 25, in a brand-new, 900-seat venue at Kings Cross Theatre, London.

David Bowie and Enda Walsh's LAZARUS Begins Rehearsals Today
by Liz Cearns - Oct 3, 2016


Rehearsals begin today for the European premiere of David Bowie and Enda Walsh's LAZARUS, ahead of preview performances from Tuesday 25 October in a brand new 900-seater venue at Kings Cross Theatre built specifically for the production. Playing for 13 WEEKS ONLY until Sunday 22 January 2017, LAZARUS will have its official opening night on Tuesday 8 November 2016.

Cast Complete for LAZARUS, Starring Michael C. Hall, in London
by BWW News Desk - Sep 15, 2016


Ahead of its hugely anticipated European premiere in a brand new 900-seater venue at Kings Cross Theatre, London, full casting for David Bowie and Enda Walsh's Lazarus is announced today.

New Musical ON THE RAILS to Premiere This Fall Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - Aug 8, 2016


ALGONQUIN THEATER PRODUCTIONS and JASON HEWITT proudly present the world premiere of On the Rails, a new musical with book by Tony Sportiello (Second Chance, National Pastime), music and lyrics by Al Tapper (Sessions, An Evening at the Carlyle), arrangements and musical direction by David Wolfson, and directed by Misti B. Wills (In Search of Euphoria).

Prolific Broadway Producer, MGM Exec Darcie Denkert Dies at 64
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 16, 2016


Darcie Denkert, a longtime MGM executive and former co-president of the studio's MGM On Stage theater division, passed away on Friday, June 10th at the age of 64.

Barbara Broccoli Named BAFTA's Vice President for Film
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 4, 2016


The British Academy of Film and Television Arts has announced that Barbara Broccoli OBE has been appointed Vice President for Film.

HAIRSPRAY Announces Second UK Tour in 2017/18
by Christina Mancuso - Mar 14, 2016


Today, producer Mark Goucher has confirmed that following the phenomenal success of the current UK tour, the new production of Hairspray will return at the end of summer 2017 to once again tour the UK. This second tour of the smash hit musical will visit venues across the country until the spring of 2018. Casting, dates and locations for the 2017/18 tour will be announced in due course.

Liza Pulman Brings Hollywood to the UK Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Mar 12, 2016


Liza Pulman brings you an evening of some of the greatest songs from the silver screen.  Her glorious voice, charming personality and quirky comedic skills make her a unique entertainer.  The evening will take you on a musical journey celebrating the golden age of Hollywood and beyond. 

Carrie Hope Fletcher and Shaun Williamson Join Touring Cast of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG
by Marianka Swain - Mar 10, 2016


Further casting has been announced for the Music & Lyrics Limited and West Yorkshire Playhouse production of the much-loved Sherman Brothers musical CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG. From May 4 until 2 October 2, Carrie Hope Fletcher (Les Miserables, War of the Worlds) will play Truly Scrumptious, and from May 4 until August 21, Shaun Williamson (The Railway Children, EastEnders) will play Lord Scrumptious/Baron Bomburst. Phill Jupitus (The Producers, Hairspray), who currently plays the roles of Lord Scrumptious and Baron Bomburst, returns to the show from August 24.

Photo Coverage: Maxwell, Wilmot, Attwater In END OF THE RAINBOW!
by Carrie Dunn - Feb 16, 2016


First images are released today of End of the Rainbow, which opens at the Mercury Theatre, Colchester this Thursday ahead of a 5-month UK Tour. The production features Lisa Maxwell as Judy Garland, Gary Wilmot as Anthony and Sam Attwater as Mickey.

Lisa Maxwell to Star in END OF THE RAINBOW at Belgrade Coventry Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 15, 2016


?A hit in the West End and on Broadway, End of the Rainbow makes its awaited return to the stage, playing at the Belgrade Theatre Coventry from Tues 23 to Sat 27 Feb as part of a major new UK tour, starring Lisa Maxwell as Judy Garland.

Liza Pulman to Bring Hollywood to the UK
by Nora Dominick - Feb 11, 2016


Liza Pulman brings you an evening of some of the greatest songs from the silver screen.  Her glorious voice, charming personality and quirky comedic skills make her a unique entertainer.  The evening will take you on a musical journey celebrating the golden age of Hollywood and beyond. 

END OF THE RAINBOW Announces New UK Tour; Set to Play at King's Theatre Glasgow, April 26
by Christina Mancuso - Jan 29, 2016


A hit in the West End and on Broadway, End of the Rainbow will return in 2016, playing at the King's Theatre Glasgow from Tuesday 26 until Saturday 30 April as part of a major new UK tour, starring Lisa Maxwell as Judy Garland.

First Look at Lisa Maxwell, Gary Wilmot and Sam Attwater in END OF THE RAINBOW
by Sally Henry Fuller - Jan 26, 2016


The first images were released today of Lisa Maxwell, Gary Wilmot and Sam Attwater rehearsing for hit West End and Broadway play End of the Rainbow, touring the UK in a brand new production from February.

Lucie Jones to Lead LEGALLY BLONDE at Curve
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 18, 2016


Nikolai Foster, Artistic Director at Curve, today announces Lucie Jones as Elle Woods in the award-winning West End and Broadway smash hit musical comedy, Legally Blonde. Lucie rose to prominence on the X Factor in 2009 and has since starred as Victoria in American Psycho (Almeida Theatre) and as Molly in Ghost (Asia Tour).

Lucie Jones and Jon Robyns To Star In LEGALLY BLONDE At Leicester Curve!
by Carrie Dunn - Jan 18, 2016


Nikolai Foster, Artistic Director at Curve, today announces Lucie Jones as Elle Woods in the award-winning West End and Broadway smash hit musical comedy, Legally Blonde. Lucie rose to prominence on the X Factor in 2009 and has since starred as Victoria in American Psycho (Almeida Theatre) and as Molly in Ghost (Asia Tour).

END OF THE RAINBOW To Tour the UK, Starring Lisa Maxwell, Feb
by Christina Mancuso - Dec 11, 2015


A hit in the West End and on Broadway, End of the Rainbow will return in 2016, touring the UK in a brand new production opening at the Mercury Theatre, Colchester in February starring Lisa Maxwell as Judy Garland.

Lisa Maxwell to Star in END OF THE RAINBOW at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 9, 2015


?A hit in the West End and on Broadway, END OF THE RAINBOW will return to the stage in 2016, playing at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre from Mon 18 - Wed 20 April as part of a major new UK tour, starring Lisa Maxwell as Judy Garland. A hit in the West End and on Broadway, END OF THE RAINBOW will return to the stage in 2016, playing at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre from Mon 18 - Wed 20 April as part of a major new UK tour, starring Lisa Maxwell as Judy Garland.

Liza Pulman to Tour UK With LIZA PULMAN SINGS HOLLYWOOD, March 2016
by Christina Mancuso - Nov 30, 2015


As Fascinating Aida takes a break, Liza Pulman will tour the UK from March 2016 with her brand new show - LIZA PULMAN SINGS HOLLYWOOD.

Original Broadway Kids of A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL to Reunite at Feinstein's/54 Below
by BWW News Desk - Oct 21, 2015


Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents the original Broadway kids of A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL in THE KIDS FROM A CHRISTMAS STORY on Monday November 2, 2015 at 7:00pm.

Jason Manford, Lee Mead, Martin Kemp and More Set for CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG UK Tour
by BWW News Desk - Oct 15, 2015


At last, some of the cast has been revealed for the upcoming UK tour of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG! The Daily Mail writes that Martin Kemp (as the Childcatcher), Jason Manford (as Caractacus Potts thru April 24), Lee Mead (as Potts beginning May 4), Phill Jupitus and Michelle Collins will star in the show.

Shows, Dates Set for Houston-Area High Schools Participating in 2016 Tommy Tune Awards
by BWW News Desk - Oct 9, 2015


Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) has announced the show titles and dates for the 45 Houston-area high schools participating in the 2016 Tommy Tune Awards.

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang have there been?
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang has had 3 productions including West End which opened in 2002, Broadway which opened in 2005 and Broadway which opened in 2005.
What awards has Chitty Chitty Bang Bang been nominated for?
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang has been nominated for several awards. These include the Olivier Awards for Best Performance in a Supporting Role in a Musical or Entertainment, with Nichola McAuliffe being nominated. The show was also nominated for Best Set Design, with Anthony Ward receiving the nomination. Additionally, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang was nominated for The Hilton Award for Best New Musical, with Richard M Sherman being recognized for his work.

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