Fiorello! 1959 - Articles Page 6

Ages: 6+
Opened: November 23, 1959

Fiorello! - 1959 - Broadway History , Info & More

Broadway Theatre (Broadway)
1681 Broadway New York, NY

strongFIORELLO!/strong tells the story of the rise to power of New

York?s ?Little Flower,? Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia (1882-1947). In a time

when the crooked political machine known as ?Tammany Hall? was up to

its ears in graft, vice and corruption, it took this small, honest man

to break their stranglehold on New York City politics. With guts and

perseverance the "Little Flower" put a bright, new shine on the "Big

Apple."brbrWhile most political musicals are satires, strongFIORELLO!/strong is a love story set to the music and beat of a New York City in the midst of change. strongFIORELLO!/strong

is a witty sweet valentine to all that is right about the way our

government works. The little man with the big heart continues to attract

and charm audiences with his warmth and humor.

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Broadway's David Girolmo to Host NEW FACES SING BROADWAY 1951 at Porchlight Music Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2022


Porchlight Music Theatre has announced the latest offering in its 2022 - 2023 season, New Faces Sing Broadway 1951, hosted by multi-award winner and Broadway veteran David Girolmo, directed by David Fiorello with music direction and arrangements by Dr. Michael McBride.

Photos: Porchlight Music Theatre Presents PORCHLIGHT REVISITS THE APPLE TREE
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 9, 2022


See photos from opening night of Porchlight Music Theatre's Porchlight Revisits The Apple Tree, book and lyrics by Sheldon Harnick, book and music by Jerry Bock with additional material by James Coopersmith.

A NOT-SO-SILENT NIGHT, A Holiday Party Featuring An All-star Cast, to Raise Funds And Awareness For Season Of Concern
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 29, 2022


The Beautiful City Project has announced the cast of it's Holiday fundraising event A NOT-SO-SILENT NIGHT, with proceeds to benefit Season of Concern, an incredible Chicago organization dedicated to providing financial assistance to Chicagoland theater practitioners.

Cast and Creative Team Announced For Porchlight Music Theatre's THE APPLE TREE
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2022


Porchlight Music Theatre begins its ninth season of Chicago's “lost” musicals series with Porchlight Revisits The Apple Tree, book and lyrics by Sheldon Harnick, book and music by Jerry Bock with additional material by James Coopersmith.

KINKY BOOTS; GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR; and More Take Home 2021-22 Joseph Jefferson Equity Awards
by Stephi Wild - Oct 18, 2022


The Joseph Jefferson Awards in Chicago were presented on October 17, 2022, at Drury Lane in Oakbrook, IL. Winners included Kinky Boots; Good Night, Oscar; and more!

PROJECT MOONFALL, Hosted By Lorenzo Rush, Jr, Will Raise Funds and Awareness For The Night Ministry On Halloween Night
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2022


The Beautiful City Project has announced the cast of its Halloween fundraising cabaret PROJECT MOONFALL, with proceeds to benefit The Night Ministry, an incredible Chicago organization that compassionately provides housing, health care, outreach, spiritual care, and social services to adults and youth who struggle with homelessness, poverty, and loneliness.

Broadway Jukebox: Broadway's Best Political Anthems
by Team BWW - Nov 5, 2022


Enjoy songs from musicals like: Ragtime, Bloody, Bloody Andrew Jackson, 1776, Newsies, Assassins, South Pacific, Hamilton, Hair, Fiorello!, Urinetown, Grey Gardens, Merrily We Roll Along, and many more!

The Jeff Awards to Honor Chuck Smith With Lifetime Achievement Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 28, 2022


Recognizing a lifetime of theater excellence, the Joseph Jefferson Awards will honor director Chuck Smith at the organization’s 54th Anniversary Equity Awards ceremony Monday, October 17th at Drury Lane Theatre.

Venus Cabaret Theater Announces Fall Programming
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2022


Venus Cabaret Theater has announced programming for Fall 2022. Venus Cabaret Theater is Mercury Theater Chicago’s second performance space, offering a unique theatrical experience complemented by specialty cocktails. 

Nominees Announced for 2022 Jeff Awards In Chicago; Drury Lane & Goodman Theatre Lead Nominations
by Team BWW - Aug 24, 2022


Recognizing a strong return to the spotlight over the 2021-2022 Equity theater season, the Joseph Jefferson Awards in Chicago announced its nominations for theater excellence. This year’s nominees include 201 theater artists across 38 categories of excellence in theater production among shows from 43 companies.

Equity Jeff Awards Announce 2022 Nominations
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2022


The Joseph Jefferson Awards have announced this year's Equity nominations, including 201 theater artists across 38 categories.  The 54th anniversary Equity Jeff Awards will take place October 17, 2022, at Drury Lane in Oakbrook, IL. 

New York City Opera Presents LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR Final Summer 2022 Show At Bryant Park Picnic Performances
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 23, 2022


New York City Opera will present an abridged version of Donizetti's classic Lucia di Lammermoor on Friday, September 2, 2022 at 7pm as part of Bryant Park Picnic Performances presented by Bank of America.

BALL NIGHT, Featuring Cubs Anthem Singer John Vincent and More, Will Raise Funds And Awareness For Special Olympics Illinois
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2022


The Beautiful City Project announces the cast of its August fundraising cabaret BALL NIGHT, with proceeds to benefit Special Olympics Illinois, an organization that provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community.

Berkshire Theatre Group to Present ONCE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 22, 2022


Running July 1 through 16 at The Colonial Theatre, the audience will be transported to a bustling Irish pub with a stage full of incredibly talented actors singing and playing their own instruments. 

Photos: Porchlight Music Theatre's CHICAGO SINGS STEPHEN SONDHEIM Breaks Previous Records
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2022


Porchlight Music Theatre’s annual fundraising concert Chicago Sings celebrated the American theatre titan Stephen Sondheim at Chicago Sings Stephen Sondheim, held Monday, May 23 at the Museum of Contemporary Art. Check out photos from the event here!

New York City Opera Presents PRIDE IN THE PARK As Part Of Bryant Park Picnic Performances
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 15, 2022


New York City Opera will present the annual Pride in the Park concert on Friday, June 17, 2022 at 7pm as part of Bryant Park Picnic Performances presented by Bank of America.

​​​​​​Berkshire Theatre Group Announces Casting For Late Summer 2022 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 9, 2022


​​​​​​Berkshire Theatre Group has announced casting for shows in BTG’s Late Summer 2022 Season. The full season will feature B.R.O.K.E.N code B.I.R.D switching, a world premiere play and an award recipient of the GRANTS FOR ARTS PROJECTS from the National Endowment for the Arts; Once, a Tony Award-winning musical; Songs For a New World, the first musical by a Tony Award winner; Dracula, a classic gothic tale of horrors; and Edward Albee's Seascape, a Pulitzer Prize-winning play. 

Casts Announced for B.R.O.K.E.N CODE B.I.R.D SWITCHING World Premiere & More Berkshire Theatre Group
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 7, 2022


Berkshire Theatre Group and Kate Maguire have announced casting for shows in BTG’s Early Summer 2022 Season. The full season will feature B.R.O.K.E.N code B.I.R.D switching, a world premiere play and recipient of an NEA Grants for Arts Projects Award and more.

The Beautiful City Project To Present SUMMER ART FEST This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2022


The Beautiful City Project announces the cast of its June fundraising cabaret SUMMER ART PROJECT, with proceeds to benefit Project Onward, an organization that exists to give artists with disabilities a 'visual voice' to tell their stories and change the perceptions of the world.

Davenport's Piano Bar & Cabaret Announces June Events and Performers Including a Tony Viewing Party
by Stephi Wild - May 25, 2022


 Davenport’s Piano Bar & Cabaret, Chicago’s premier location for enjoying music in an intimate setting, announces its roster of June performances in its Cabaret and Piano Bar. Davenport’s, 1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, is open Fridays and Saturdays from 7 p.m. - 12 a.m. and Sundays from 6 - 11 p.m.

New York City Opera Presents THE BARBER OF SEVILLE As Part Of Bryant Park's Summer Picnic Performances
by A.A. Cristi - May 17, 2022


New York City Opera will present The Barber of Seville on Friday, May 27, 2022 at 7pm as part of Bryant Park's Picnic Performances presented by Bank of America. The one-night-only performance will be fully staged, costumed, and accompanied by live music.

Davenport's Announces Chicago Cabaret Week and May Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2022


Davenport’s Piano Bar & Cabaret, Chicago’s premiere location for enjoying music in an intimate setting, will celebrate Chicago Cabaret Week, May 6 - 15, and announces its roster of May performances in its Cabaret and Piano Bar.

The Beautiful City Project to Present DISNEY DEEP DIVE, In Its First College Edition
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 20, 2022


THE BEAUTIFUL CITY PROJECT is back in-person with DISNEY DEEP DIVE, in its first College Edition of the Cabaret series! One night only, DISNEY DEEP DIVE will awaken you to some of the best, and more obscure, songs from the Disney catalogue.

Grassroots Group in Englewood Proposes a Public High School for the Arts at Russell C. Major Liberty School
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 22, 2022


The Advisors & Supporters, a community based, grassroots group in Englewood, New Jersey, is exploring the possibility of developing a public high school for the arts in the 115-year-old Russell C. Major Liberty School, an architecturally distinguished building located on the historic Five Corners site in the city’s downtown district.  

BWW Interview: Theatre Life with Bobby Smith
by Elliot Lanes - Mar 15, 2022


Today’s subject Bobby Smith is a prime example of someone living his theatre life to the fullest. Currently he is performing in Signature Theatre’s excellent production of She Loves Me as parfumerie clerk Ladislav Sipos. The production runs through April 24th in Signature's MAX space.

Fiorello! FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Fiorello! have there been?
Fiorello! has had 6 productions including Broadway which opened in 1959, Broadway which opened in 1959, West End which opened in 1962, Off-Broadway which opened in 1994, New York which opened in 2013 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2016.
What Tony Awards has Fiorello! been nominated for?
Best Musical , , Best Choreography for Peter Gennaro, Best Conductor and Musical Director for Hal HastingsBest Direction of a Musical for George Abbott and Best Scenic Design of a Musical for William and Jean Eckart.
What Tony Awards has Fiorello! won?
Best Musical, Best Choreography for Peter Gennaro, Best Conductor and Musical Director for Hal Hastings, Best Direction of a Musical for George Abbott, Best Scenic Design of a Musical for William and Jean Eckart, .
What awards has Fiorello! been nominated for?
Fiorello! has been nominated for several prestigious awards. It was nominated for Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards. Additionally, it received nominations for The Pulitzer Prize for Drama, with one nomination for Jerome Weidman and another for George Abbott. These nominations highlight the recognition and acclaim that Fiorello! has received in the theater industry.
What awards has Fiorello! won?
Fiorello! has won several awards, including the Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards. Additionally, the show received two Pulitzer Prizes for Drama. One was awarded to Jerome Weidman, who wrote the book for the musical, and the other was awarded to George Abbott, who directed the production. These prestigious accolades recognize the exceptional quality and impact of Fiorello! in the world of theater.

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