Contact 2000 - Articles Page 18

Opened: March 30, 2000
Closing: September 01, 2002

Contact - 2000 - Broadway History , Info & More

Vivian Beaumont Theatre (Broadway)
150 West 65th St. at Broadway New York, NY 10023

3 dance plays: the first taking place in a forest glade in 1767 about a love triangle between a servant, an aristocrat, and a girl on a swing; the second about a neglected wife and her husband in an Italian restaurant in 1954 Queens; and the third about an ad executive tired of his humdrum life and his obsession with a woman in a yellow dress.

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SARTA Announces Upcoming Workshops and Events
by BWW News Desk - Feb 2, 2010


The Sacramento Area Regional Theatre Alliance has announced its upcoming workshops and events.

Chanhassen Dinner Theatre Presents FOOTLOOSE
by BWW News Desk - Jan 29, 2010


FOOTLOOSE - the MUSICAL will play on the Main Stage at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres for the first time ever.

Signature Theatre Presents SWEENEY TODD, 2/9-4/4
by BWW News Desk - Jan 17, 2010


The Tony Award®-winning Signature Theatre, nationally known for its interpretation of Stephen Sondheim musicals, celebrates its 20th anniversary season by presenting Sondheim's most popular musical SWEENEY TODD, directed by Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer. The new production runs in the 276-seat MAX Theater, February 9 through April 4, 2010.

Chanhassen Dinner Theatre Presents FOOTLOOSE
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 14, 2010


FOOTLOOSE - the MUSICAL will play on the Main Stage at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres for the first time ever.

Eighth Annual Revels Wake to be held at Saint Arnold Brewing Co.
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 14, 2010


Celebrate the death of winter in Revels Houston style at the Eighth Annual Revels Wake on Saturday, February 13, 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m., at Saint Arnold Brewing Company, 2000 Lyons Avenue.

Audition Notice for The International Cabaret Conference at Yale University to be Held 7/23-8/1, 2010
by BWW News Desk - Jan 5, 2010


Erv Raible, Executive Director/Artistic Director, takes great pride in announcing the Eighth Annual International Cabaret Conference at Yale University. The International Cabaret Conference at Yale University is being developed in conjunction with the Yale School of Drama/Yale Repertory Theater. Several conference sessions will be held in the facilities of the Yale School of Drama/Yale Repertory Theater, including the recently opened New Theater.

MGM Mirage Resorts Announce Their Upcoming Schedule Of Events
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 5, 2010


MGM MIRAGE RESORTS: MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, ARIA, Crystals, Luxor, Monte Carlo, Excalibur, Circus Circus, Bellagio, The Mirage and New York-New York

NCPA Announces Their Programmes for January 2010
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 5, 2010


Nariman Point NCPA Marg & Dorabji Tata Road MUMBAI 400 021.

MEDEA AND ITS DOUBLE Comes To La Mama E.T.C. 1/7-24/2010
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 28, 2009


Seoul Factory for the Performing Arts (SFPA), led by Artistic Director Hyoung-Taek Limb, makes its La MaMa debut January 7 to 24, 2010 with 'Medea and its Double,' which interprets Euripides' Medea as two characters with different mentalities, torn between two minds as a mother and a lover.

MEDEA AND ITS DOUBLE Comes To La Mama E.T.C. 1/7-24/2010
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 23, 2009


Seoul Factory for the Performing Arts (SFPA), led by Artistic Director Hyoung-Taek Limb, makes its La MaMa debut January 7 to 24, 2010 with 'Medea and its Double,' which interprets Euripides' Medea as two characters with different mentalities, torn between two minds as a mother and a lover.

The Carrollwood Cultural Center Presents VISIONARY WOMEN, 12/10
by BWW News Desk - Dec 10, 2009


The Carrollwood Cultural Center presents VISIONARY WOMEN, a lecture on Dalia Condis and the famous women that she painted, on Thursday, December 10 at 6 pm at the Carrollwood Cultural Center. Admission is free.

The Carrollwood Cultural Center and the National Museum of Women in the Arts Present an Evening of the Arts, 12/10
by BWW News Desk - Dec 10, 2009


The Carrollwood Cultural Center and the National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) present an evening of the Arts on Thursday, December 10 from 6 pm to 9 pm at the Carrollwood Cultural Center.

MGM Mirage Resorts Announce Their Upcoming Entertainment Lineup
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 3, 2009


MGM GRAND GARDEN ARENA ROBIN WILLIAMS Robin Williams, one of the most gifted actors and comedians of our time, returns to the MGM Grand Garden Arena Saturday, Dec. 5.

NY Philharmonic's Star Studded SONDHEIM: THE BIRTHDAY CONCERT to Feature LuPone, Peters, Cerveris, Patinkin, McDonald, and More, 3/15 & 3/16
by Jeff Dennhardt - Nov 16, 2009


The New York Philharmonic will present SONDHEIM: The Birthday Concert on March 15 and Tuesday, March 16, 2010, at 7:30 p.m. This celebration of the 80th birthday of the great Broadway and film composer/lyricist will include his most enduring orchestral music and songs - performed, in some cases, by the stars of the original Broadway cast productions - in addition to rarely-heard material. Joining the celebration will be (in alphabetical order) Michael Cerveris, Victoria Clark, Jason Danieley, Nathan Gunn, George Hearn, Patti LuPone, Marin Mazzie, Audra McDonald, Donna Murphy, Mandy Patinkin, Bernadette Peters, and others to be announced, including surprise guests. Paul Gemignani, Mr. Sondheim's longtime collaborator, will conduct the New York Philharmonic; Lonny Price is the director; and Mr. Price and Matt Cowart are the producers.

The Carrollwood Cultural Center Presents VISIONARY WOMEN, 12/10
by Alexandra Johnson - Nov 13, 2009


The Carrollwood Cultural Center presents VISIONARY WOMEN, a lecture on Dalia Condis and the famous women that she painted, on Thursday, December 10 at 6 pm at the Carrollwood Cultural Center. Admission is free.

The Carrollwood Cultural Center and the National Museum of Women in the Arts Present an Evening of the Arts, 12/10
by Alexandra Johnson - Nov 13, 2009


The Carrollwood Cultural Center and the National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) present an evening of the Arts on Thursday, December 10 from 6 pm to 9 pm at the Carrollwood Cultural Center.

South African Performance Artist and Satirist Pieter-Dirk Uys Comes To The LA Stage 10/2-19
by BWW News Desk - Oct 19, 2009


South African performance artist and satirist Pieter-Dirk Uys (pronounced Ace) is coming to Los Angeles October 2-19, 2009 for a short-term residency at the Art | Global Health Center at UCLA in the Department of World Arts and Cultures.

NATHAN THE WISE Receives American Premiere, Starring Strathairn, At People's Light 9/16-10/11
by BWW News Desk - Oct 11, 2009


People's Light & Theatre Company kicks off their 35th Anniversary Season with the American Premiere of NATHAN THE WISE translated by Edward Kemp from the play by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing. NATHAN THE WISE runs from September 16 - October 11, 2009, on the Main Stage. Artistic Director Abigail Adams directs. People's Light & Theatre is located at 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern.

South African Performance Artist and Satirist Pieter-Dirk Uys Comes To The LA Stage 10/2-19
by BWW News Desk - Oct 2, 2009


South African performance artist and satirist Pieter-Dirk Uys (pronounced Ace) is coming to Los Angeles October 2-19, 2009 for a short-term residency at the Art | Global Health Center at UCLA in the Department of World Arts and Cultures.

Montel Williams, Michael Riedel, Kathryn Erbe & More Announced For OLEANNA Talk Back Series 'Take A Side'
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 29, 2009


Producer Jeffrey Finn announced today additional panelists for the TAKE A SIDE: THE OLEANNA TALK-BACK SERIES, the special post-show series for audiences during previews of the first-ever Broadway production of OLEANNA, the provocative drama by Pulitzer Prize winner David Mamet starring Bill Pullman and Julia Stiles.

Hensley And Oscar To Join Bart In 'YOUNG FRANK' Tour, Begins In Providence 9/29
by BWW News Desk - Sep 29, 2009


Broadway In Chicago is excited to announce Tony Award winners Roger Bart and Shuler Hensley will reprise the roles of Dr. Frederick Frankenstein and The Monster in the first national tour of The New Mel Brooks Musical Young Frankenstein. The Chicago engagement will play the Cadillac Palace Theatre for a limited six week engagement November 3 - December 13, 2009.

South African Performance Artist and Satirist Pieter-Dirk Uys Comes To The LA Stage 10/2-19
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 17, 2009


South African performance artist and satirist Pieter-Dirk Uys (pronounced Ace) is coming to Los Angeles October 2-19, 2009 for a short-term residency at the Art | Global Health Center at UCLA in the Department of World Arts and Cultures.

NATHAN THE WISE Receives American Premiere, Starring Strathairn, At People's Light 9/16-10/11
by BWW News Desk - Sep 16, 2009


People's Light & Theatre Company kicks off their 35th Anniversary Season with the American Premiere of NATHAN THE WISE translated by Edward Kemp from the play by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing. NATHAN THE WISE runs from September 16 - October 11, 2009, on the Main Stage. Artistic Director Abigail Adams directs. People's Light & Theatre is located at 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern.

New Line Theatre Ends Its 18th Season Of Alternative Musical Theatre With Rave Reviews
by Reynard Loki - Aug 23, 2009


New Line Theatre, 'the Bad Boy of Musical Theatre,' closed its 18th season of alternative musical theatre this month and is proud to report the most financially and critically successful season in its entire history, with more than 6,000 people seeing New Line's performances. Despite the difficult economic times, St. Louis audiences filled New Line's intimate theatre night after night, and more than ever before, all three shows in the season enjoyed many repeat customers who came back to the see the same show multiple times. Excerpts from this season's many rave reviews can be found on the company's website at www.newlinetheatre.com/review.html.

Jefferson Performing Arts Society Announces Open Auditions For 2009-2010 Season 8/15, 8/16
by BWW News Desk - Aug 16, 2009


Calling singers, dancers and actors ages 15+ August 15 & 16 The Jefferson Performing Arts Society (JPAS) will hold open auditions for its 2009-2010 Season Saturday & Sunday, August 15 & 16 from 1PM-5PM at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center (EJ High School Auditorium), 400 Phlox Street in Metairie.

Contact FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Contact have there been?
Contact has had 4 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1999, Off-Broadway which opened in 1999, Broadway which opened in 2000 and Broadway which opened in 2000.
What Tony Awards has Contact been nominated for?
Best Musical , , Best Book of a Musical for John WeidmanBest Choreography for Susan Stroman and Best Direction of a Musical for Susan Stroman.
What Tony Awards has Contact won?
Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical for John Weidman, Best Choreography for Susan Stroman, Best Direction of a Musical for Susan Stroman, .
What awards has Contact been nominated for?
Contact has been nominated for several awards, including Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards. Susan Stroman, the choreographer for the show, was nominated for Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards. Contact itself was also nominated for Outstanding New Musical at the Drama Desk Awards, and Frank Gilroy was nominated for Outstanding New Play for his work on the show. Thomas Lynch received a nomination for Outstanding Set Design - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards, while Peter Kaczorowski was nominated for Outstanding Lighting Design at the same awards. The show was recognized as a Distinguished Production of a Musical at the Drama League Awards and as an Outstanding Broadway Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. Peter Kaczorowski was also nominated for Outstanding Lighting Design at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, and William Ivey Long received a nomination for Costume Design at The Hewes Awards. Additionally, Peter Kaczorowski was nominated for Lighting Design at The Hewes Awards as well.
What awards has Contact won?
Contact has won several awards in various categories. These include Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Susan Stroman, Outstanding New Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Contact, Outstanding New Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Frank Gilroy, Outstanding Set Design - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Thomas Lynch, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Peter Kaczorowski, Distinguished Production of a Musical (Drama League Awards), Outstanding Broadway Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards), Outstanding Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Peter Kaczorwoski, Costume Design (The Hewes Awards) for William Ivey Long, and Lighting Design (The Hewes Awards) for Peter Kaczorowski.

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