Evita 1979 - Articles Page 4

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

Evita - 1979 - Broadway History , Info & More

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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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Throwing Out My CDs by Ben Rimalower: EVITA
by Ben Rimalower - Feb 22, 2019


Woof. This week is the biggest decluttering task I've attempted yet-throwing out my Evita CDs. I got 99 problems and Evita CDs are all of them. And that's not including the vinyl and the bootlegs on audio cassette. And the strange flash drives people handed me in dark bars muttering something about Elaine Paige and 'A New Argentina.'

Harris Center Welcomes The National Tour Of EVITA
by BWW News Desk - Feb 21, 2019


Eva Peron enthralled a nation and enchanted the world. Her story unfolds in Evita, the Tony Award-winning Best Musical, a high-flying theatrical experience adored the world over. The national tour of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's groundbreaking musical comes to the Harris Center for five performances, capturing the rise and fall of one of the world's most glamorous first ladies.

High Flying Adored! EVITA Lands At The McCallum On It's 40th Anniversary Rainbow Tour
by David Green - Feb 7, 2019


Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's blockbuster hit musical Evita celebrates the 40th anniversary of its 1979 Broadway debut. Staged by Andy Ferrara with musical direction by Lloyd Cooper, the tour brings together talent from around the country to perform one of the best-known musicals in history.The McCallum Theatre presents the 2019 touring production of Evita, with lyrics by Tim Rice and music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, for three performances - Wednesday, February 27, at 8:00pm, and Thursday, February 28, at 2:00pm and 8:00pm.

Photo Flash: EVITA Comes to Riverside Theatre
by Alan Henry - Jan 18, 2019


Riverside Theatre, led by Producing Artistic Director/CEO Allen D. Cornell and Managing Director/COO Jon R. Moses, present one of Broadway's great musicals, Evita. Sponsored by Bobbie Olsen and Riverside Theatre's Patron Producers Group, Evita performs on the Stark Stage from January 8-27, 2019.

Harris Center Welcomes The National Tour Of EVITA
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2019


Eva Peron enthralled a nation and enchanted the world. Her story unfolds in Evita, the Tony Award-winning Best Musical, a high-flying theatrical experience adored the world over. The national tour of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's groundbreaking musical comes to the Harris Center for five performances, capturing the rise and fall of one of the world's most glamorous first ladies.

VIDEO: EVITA Comes to Riverside Theatre
by Alan Henry - Jan 9, 2019


Riverside Theatre, led by Producing Artistic DirectorCEO Allen D. Cornell and Managing DirectorCOO Jon R. Moses, present one of Broadway's great musicals, Evita. Sponsored by Bobbie Olsen and Riverside Theatre's Patron Producers Group, Evita performs on the Stark Stage from January 8-27, 2019.

EVITA Comes to Riverside Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Jan 8, 2019


Riverside Theatre, led by Producing Artistic Director/CEO Allen D. Cornell and Managing Director/COO Jon R. Moses, present one of Broadway's great musicals, Evita. Sponsored by Bobbie Olsen and Riverside Theatre's Patron Producers Group, Evita performs on the Stark Stage from January 8-27, 2019.

Riverside Theatre Adds Performances of EVITA
by Julie Musbach - Dec 19, 2018


Riverside Theatre's production of Evita adds two additional performances! Evita runs January 8-27, 2019 on the Stark Stage and is sponsored by Bobbie Olsen with additional support from Riverside Theatre's Patron Producers' Group.

EVITA Comes to Riverside Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 7, 2018


Riverside Theatre, led by Producing Artistic Director/CEO Allen D. Cornell and Managing Director/COO Jon R. Moses, present one of Broadway's great musicals, Evita. Sponsored by Bobbie Olsen and Riverside Theatre's Patron Producers Group, Evita performs on the Stark Stage from January 8-27, 2019.

The Company Theatre Announces 2019 Season: A CHORUS LINE, EVITA and More
by Julie Musbach - Nov 16, 2018


The award-winning Company Theatre (TCT), continues its 40th anniversary celebration by announcing its 2019 theatrical performance season, featuring the finest productions in theatre, music, comedy and mystery.

L.I.P. Service To Present Stephen Sondheim's SWEENEY TODD
by BWW News Desk - Nov 15, 2018


For the first time, L.I.P. Service is diving, headfirst, into the world of musical theatre. In our continuing efforts to grow and bring challenging theatre to audiences, we present to you the Penny Dreadful fantasia of Stephen Sondheim's SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET (A MUSICAL THRILLER; directed by Shawn Gann).

Wake Up With BWW 10/16: AIN'T TOO PROUD Opens in Toronto, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2018


Good morning BroadwayWorld! Today's top stories: Ain't Too Proud opens its pre-Broadway run in Toronto tonight, and more!

L.I.P. Service To Present Stephen Sondheim's SWEENEY TODD
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 11, 2018


For the first time, L.I.P. Service is diving, headfirst, into the world of musical theatre. In our continuing efforts to grow and bring challenging theatre to audiences, we present to you the Penny Dreadful fantasia of Stephen Sondheim's SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET (A MUSICAL THRILLER; directed by Shawn Gann).

VIDEO: On This Day, September 25- EVITA Celebrates Opening Night on Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 25, 2018


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

Who Will Win at the 2018 Tony Awards? We Compare Year By Year!
by BWW Special - Jun 10, 2018


The 72nd Annual Tony Awards are this Sunday June 10th at 8/9c hosted by Josh Groban and Sara Bareilles. It's the biggest award show of the Broadway season and it closes out a long awards season for Broadway and Off-Broadway musicals and plays. We can't help but wonder what chances this year's Best Musical and Best Play nominees have of taking home the ultimate prize...

Taylor Mac's HIR Comes to Unicorn Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2018


Chaos reigns supreme in this hilarious reinvention of the classic American family drama. When Isaac returns home from Afghanistan to help take care of his ailing father, he discovers a household in revolt. His mother, Paige, has been liberated from an oppressive marriage, and with the help of her newly "out" transgender teen is passionately dismantling the patriarchy. But in Taylor Mac's shocking and subversive comedy, even the most radical changes can't always free you from the past.

VIDEO: Check Out A Sneak Peek of Patti LuPone On CBS' MOM, Airing Tonight!
by Macon Prickett - Apr 26, 2018


On tonight's episode of MOM, 'A Taco Bowl and a Tubby Seamstress', Christy is concerned that she and Bonnie might lose their apartment when Bonnie locks horns with the tough new building owner, Rita (Patti LuPone).

Birdland Presents Max von Essen, Fleurine & Boys from Brazil and More Week of April 30
by Julie Musbach - Apr 20, 2018


Birdland will kick-off their great week of programming with Fleurine & Boys from Brazil, Savion Glover, Dida Pelled, and more!

Photo Flash: TELL ME ON A SUNDAY Set to Open at Walnut Theatre
by Julie Musbach - Apr 11, 2018


Walnut Street Theatre's 2017-18 Independence Studio on 3 Season concludes with Andrew Lloyd Webber's romantic musical TELL ME ON A SUNDAY. Directed by Debi Marcucci and starring The Phantom of the Opera's Julia Udine, the production begins with previews on April 10th, opens on April 12th, and continues through June 10th in the Walnut's Independence Studio on 3.

Patti LuPone Speaks Her Mind: 'Cheap' Standing Ovations, Andrew Lloyd Weber, Uma Thurman, and More
by Nicole Ciravolo - Apr 10, 2018


Double Tony and Grammy Award winner Patti LuPone has proven time and time again that she is willing to speak her mind about anything -- and this week is no different. At the launch of the West End revival of Stephen Sondheim's Company, LuPone addressed a variety of topics with honesty.

Photo Throwback: Robert LuPone & Patti LuPone Pose in 1981!
by Walter McBride - Apr 9, 2018


We're taking you deep into the archives of BroadwayWorld photographer Walter McBride for exclusive flashbacks to Broadway past. Today, check out these shots of brother/sister duo Robert and Patti LuPone from 1981!

Find Out What Happens On An All New MOM, Guest Starring Broadway Legend Patti LuPone
by Tori Hartshorn - Apr 5, 2018


As previously announced, Patti LuPone will guest star in upcoming episode of MOM on CBS. LuPone will play Rita, the new owner of the building that is managed by Bonnie (Allison Janney). Rita is a bit of a live wire: Freshly divorced, she's either barking orders or sharing way too much about her personal life. The episode is set to air Thursday, April 26 (9:01-9:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

Yale Rep Presents KISS By Guillermo Calderón
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2018


Yale Repertory Theatre (James Bundy, Artistic Director; Victoria Nolan, Managing Director) presents KISS by Guillermo Calderon, directed by Evan Yionoulis, April 27-May 19, at Yale Repertory Theatre (1120 Chapel Street). Opening Night is Thursday, May 3.

Dream Of True Love With Andrew Lloyd Webber's TELL ME ON A SUNDAY
by Julie Musbach - Mar 23, 2018


Walnut Street Theatre's 2017-18 Independence Studio on 3 Season concludes with Andrew Lloyd Webber's romantic musical TELL ME ON A SUNDAY. Directed by Debi Marcucci and starring The Phantom of the Opera's Julia Udine, the production begins with previews on April 10th, opens on April 12th, and continues through June 10th in the Walnut's Independence Studio on 3.

UN DÍA COMO HOY…: ¡Felicidades, STEPHEN SONDHEIM y ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER!
by Jose German Martinez Paneque - Mar 22, 2018


Hoy comparten cumpleaños los grandisimos compositores Stephen Sondheim y Andrew Lloyd Webber, sin los cuales el Teatro Musical no habria sido el mismo, y hacemos un repaso por sus carreras y, sobre todo, por las producciones que se han hecho en España de sus obras.

Evita FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Evita have there been?
Evita has had 17 productions including West End which opened in 1978, Broadway which opened in 1979, Broadway which opened in 1979, US Tour which opened in 1980, US Tour which opened in 1980, US Tour which opened in 1982, Milburn, NJ (Regional) which opened in 1996, US Tour which opened in 1998, US Tour which opened in 2004, West End which opened in 2006, Broadway which opened in 2012, US Tour which opened in 2013, West End which opened in 2014, West End which opened in 2017, which opened in 2017, West End which opened in 2019 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2019.
What awards has Evita been nominated for?
Evita has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Larry Fuller, Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Timothy O'Brien and Tazeena Firth, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Harold Prince, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for David Hersey, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Tim Rice, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Andrew Lloyd Weber, and Outstanding Musical (Drama Desk Awards).
What awards has Evita won?
Evita has won several awards, including the following: - Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Larry Fuller - Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Timothy O'Brien - Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Tazeena Firth - Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Harold Prince - Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for David Hersey - Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Tim Rice - Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Andrew Lloyd Webber - Outstanding Musical (Drama Desk Awards)

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