Evita 1979 - Articles Page 1.8

Ages: 12+
Opened: September 25, 1979
Closing: June 26, 1983

Evita - 1979 - Broadway History , Info & More

Broadway Theatre (Broadway)
1681 Broadway New York, NY

Argentina’s controversial First Lady is the subject of this dynamic musical masterpiece. Driven by ambition and blessed with charisma, Eva Peron was destined to leave a fascinating political legacy unique in the 20th century. Told through a compelling score that fuses haunting chorales with exuberant Latin, pop and jazz influences, Evita creates an arresting theatrical portrait as complex as the woman herself.

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13 Broadway Shows For History Fiends - HAMILTON, SIX, NEWSIES, OKLAHOMA!, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2021


Historical themes have always been incorporated into stage shows, from classic Broadway musicals to contemporary productions. Contrary to what some may believe, not all historical-themed productions are old Broadway musicals. Several historical musicals have gone on to become classics, though this is not specifically a golden age musicals list.

The Joyce Theater Announces Fall '21/Winter '22 Season of Live Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 27, 2021


Linda Shelton, Executive Director of The Joyce Theater Foundation, announced today the return of in-person programming at the New York City dance organization’s home with its Fall 2021/Winter 2022 season.

Photo Flash: Porchlight NEW FACES SING BROADWAY 1979 Now Available For Streaming
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 21, 2021


Porchlight Music Theatre announces streaming dates for its first live, in-person production of 2021, New Faces Sing Broadway 1979, with host multi-award winner Alexis J Roston* and a slate of up and coming talents celebrating the 1979 Broadway season, directed by Brianna Borger* and music directed by Linda Madonia*.

Patti LuPone and Carrie Fisher to Receive Stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2022
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2021


The 2022 inductees for Hollywood's iconic Walk of Fame have been announced and among this year's star recipients are two-time Tony Award winner Patti LuPone and late pop culture icon and Broadway playwright, Carrie Fisher. 

Porchlight Announces First LIVE Show Of 2021 NEW FACES SING BROADWAY 1979
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2021


Porchlight Music Theatre announces the slate of New Faces for its first live, in-person production of 2021, New Faces Sing Broadway 1979, with host multi-award winner Alexis J Roston*, directed by Brianna Borger* and music directed by Linda Madonia*. 

VIDEO: James Corden Wishes Queen Elizabeth & Patti LuPone a Happy Birthday
by Sarah Leiber - Apr 22, 2021


And after James explains how disputes are settled at The Late Late Show, producer Dave Piendak wishes his dear friend Patti LuPone a happy birthday, complete with a beautiful song.

Porchlight Music Theatre Makes Its North Shore Center Debut This June
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 13, 2021


Porchlight Music Theatre announces its first live, in-person concert this year with the latestNew Faces Sing Broadway series production, New Faces Sing Broadway 1979.

VIDEO: On This Day, April 21- Happy Birthday, Patti LuPone!
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 21, 2021


On this day we celebrate the birthday of two-time Tony Award winner Patti LuPone!

Adam Epstein and Ben Rimalower Join ON THE ROCKS
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2021


Tony Award-Winning Producer Adam Epstein and BroadwayWorld's Ben Rimalower will appear on On the Rocks Radio Show Tuesday, March 30th at 7pmPST/10pmEST with host TV/radio personality Alexander Rodriguez to chat theatre during COVID, careers, and more.

VIDEO: LATE LATE SHOW Producer Dave Piendak Wants to Ask Patti LuPone to Lunch
by Sarah Leiber - Mar 25, 2021


A discussion about celebrity names unexpectedly morphs into a campaign to get our producer Dave Piendak to ask his idol, Broadway legend Patti LuPone, to brunch. Afterwards, James turns his attention to the big headlines of the day like the return of Major Biden to The White House - but things quickly go back off the rails when Patti replies!

BWW SPECIAL: Felicidades Stephen Sondheim y Andrew Lloyd Webber
by Cristina Martinez - Mar 22, 2021


Un 22 de marzo de 1930 y 1948 nacían los grandes compositores Stephen Sondheim y Andrew Lloyd Webber, respectivamente. Para celebrarlo, repasaremos alguno de los grandes musicales que cuentan con sus composiciones.

Student Blog: Zodiac Signs of Tony-Nominated Musicals
by Student Blogger: Madison Moore - Mar 22, 2021


The criteria are that these shows have been nominated for Best Musical from the 3rd Tony Awards (the ceremony that started the Best Musical category) in 1949 to the nominations of what will now be the 74th Tony Awards in 2021. I will be determining their signs based upon their Broadway premiere date. With those rules in mind, here we go!

Patti LuPone Will Lead OK BOOMER Pilot on HBO Max
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Mar 11, 2021


OK Boomer centers on Barbara (LuPone), a self-centered boomer who shows up at her estranged daughter Sarah’s (Hayes) house hoping to live off the family’s money, but forms an unexpected bond with her progressive granddaughter who’s quick to challenge her on their differing views — of which there are plenty.

From Evita to Tina: Broadway Characters Based on Real Women in History
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2021


In honor of Women's History Month, we're taking a look at some iconic real-life women who have been portrayed on stage in musicals!

Adam Epstein's The Contemporary Broadway Musical
by BWW News Desk - Feb 18, 2021


A 10-week seminar taught by Broadway Producer Adam Epstein examining the evolution of the American musical from Evita in 1979 to Dear Evan Hansen.

YOU I LIKE Heads Into Final Week On PlayhouseLive
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 2, 2021


You I Like: A Musical Celebration of Jerry Herman is now in its final week and must close Sunday, February 7 on PlayhouseLive.  You I Like, from Pasadena Playhouse, is a virtual musical revue honoring the genius responsible for the Broadway classics Hello, Dolly!; Mame; La Cage aux Folles, Mack and Mabel, and many more.

YOU I LIKE: A MUSICAL CELEBRATION OF JERRY HERMAN Now Available Through February 7
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2021


Pasadena Playhouse, The State Theater of California, presents You I Like: A Musical Celebration of Jerry Herman, a virtual musical revue honoring the genius responsible for the Broadway classics Hello, Dolly!; Mame; La Cage aux Folles and many more, now through February 7, 2021 on PlayhouseLive.

Theater Stories: GYPSY, EVITA, THE COLOR PURPLE, the FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Revival, & More About The Broadway Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2021


This week's Theater Stories features the Broadway Theatre! Learn about the shows to have graced the stage of the theatre, including Gypsy, The Color Purple, Evita and more; the show that broke the theatre's box office record, and much more!

Wake Up With BWW 12/28: Kerry Butler's Concert With Seth Rudetsky, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 28, 2020


Today's top stories: Kerry Butler's concert with Seth Rudetsky re-airs today at 3pm, a concert will raise funds for Reverend Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff featuring Stephanie J. Block, Megan Hilty, Beth Leavel, and more!

Virtual Theatre This Weekend: December 12-13- with James Monroe Iglehart, and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 12, 2020


Broadway might be dark, but that doesn't mean that theatre isn't happening everywhere! Below, check out where you can get your daily fix of Broadway this weekend, December 12-13, 2020.

BWW Flashback: Randy Rainbow (Re)Reads Patti LuPone's Autobiography- Patti Becomes Eva Peron
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 2, 2021


Today, watch as she (he) recalls the work that went into transforming into Eva Peron in Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's Evita in 1979.

BWW Flashback: Randy Rainbow (Re)Reads Patti LuPone's Autobiography- Patti Lands EVITA!
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 27, 2020


Today, watch as she (he) recalls how she learned that she got the role of a lifetime- Eva Peron in Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's Evita in 1979.

BWW Flashback: Randy Rainbow (Re)Reads Patti LuPone's Autobiography- Patti Auditions for EVITA
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 19, 2020


Today, watch as she (he) recalls how she landed the job for her breakthrough role of Eva Peron in Andrew LLoyd Webber and Tim Rice's Evita in 1979.

VIDEO: On This Day, September 25- EVITA Celebrates Opening Night on Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 25, 2020


On this day in 1979, the original Broadway production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's EVITA had its opening night, with an original cast that included Patti LuPone stars as Eva Peron and Mandy Patinkin as Che Guevara

Patti LuPone, Chita Rivera and More Join Studio Tenn Talks This Fall
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2020


The nationally recognized virtual talk show, Studio Tenn Talks: Theater Conversations with Patrick Cassidy, has released the latest fall lineup with stars including Patti LuPone, Chita Rivera, Debbie Gibson and more.

Other Productions of Evita

1978   West End Original London Production
West End
1979   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1980   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
1980   US Tour 2nd National Tour
US Tour
1982   US Tour 3rd National Tour
US Tour
1996   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
1998   US Tour 20th Anniversary Tour
US Tour
2004   US Tour Touring Revival
US Tour
2006   West End London Revival
West End
2012   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2013   US Tour Touring Revival
US Tour
2014   West End West End Revival
West End
2017   West End West End Revival
West End
2017   South African production
2019   West End Regent's Park Open Air Theatre London Revival
West End
2019   Off-Broadway New York City Center Annual Gala Presentation
Off-Broadway

Evita - 1979 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1980 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical Mandy Patinkin
1980 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Patti LuPone
1980 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Choreography Larry Fuller
1980 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Costume Design Timothy O'Brien
1980 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Costume Design Tazeena Firth
1980 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical Harold Prince
1980 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Bob Gunton
1980 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lighting Design David Hersey
1980 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lyrics Tim Rice
1980 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music Andrew Lloyd Weber
1980 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Musical 0

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