42nd Street 1984 - Articles Page 2

Ages: 8+
Opened: August 8, 1984
Closing: January 07, 1989

42nd Street - 1984 - West End History , Info & More

Theatre Royal, Drury Lane
Catherine Street London WC2B 5JB London

Based on a novel by Bradford Ropes and the 1933 Warner Bros.

A big…bright…bold dance musical. It’s the ultimate backstage showbiz fairy tale when a stage struck understudy becomes an overnight star. Filled with a hit parade of songs like “Lullaby of Broadway,” “We’re in the Money,” “Shuffle Off to Buffalo” and of course, “42nd Street,” it will leave you tapping your toes, with a smile on your face and a song in your heart. This Tony Award winner for Best Musical is a song and dance extravaganza.

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Eric Krebs Announces Ownership & Operation of THEATER 555, Opening September 2021
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 28, 2021


It was announced today that the 160-seat off-Broadway theater located at 555 West 42nd Street (between 10th & 11th Avenues) will reopen this fall rechristened as Theater 555. Unused since the start of the Covid pandemic in March 2020, the theater was the home of the Signature and Pearl Theater Company’s.

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!

HBO Max Announces Highlights for January 2021
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Dec 23, 2020


Spread the word, Upper Eastsiders -- all six seasons of “Gossip Girl” are coming to HBO Max on January 1st.

129 Musicals & Shows You Can Stream From Home in 2021
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Nov 21, 2020


BroadwayWorld put together a list of all the live action musicals you can stream on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, BroadwayHD, and Disney Plus. Are you looking for something to get your mind off… all of this? So are we. Because everyone needs some escape,

Experience Drive-in Déjà Vu With Jefferson Performing Arts Society
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2020


Jefferson Performing Arts Society is bringing the drive-in movie experience to Pontchartrain Convention and Civic Center this October, presenting movies that reflect their 43rd production season. These vintage films will be shown each Friday in October and will culminate with a special screening of Ghostbusters on Friday, October 30.

VIDEO: EVERYBODY DANCE NOW! A Look Back at 'Audition' From 42 STREET
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2020


In this time of social distancing and remaining responsibly indoors, we are all looking for ways to brighten our days and get moving any way we can! In the spirit of celebrating theater and providing motivation to get up and get shakin', we're taking a look back and paying tribute to some of the greatest dance numbers in musical theater history! Today's number, 'Audition' from 42 Street!

BWW Exclusive: The 101 Greatest MOVIE MUSICALS of All Time
by Peter Nason - Mar 30, 2020


BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the best film musicals since the sound era began; see if your favorites made the list!

The 101 Greatest Showtunes from 1920-2020
by Peter Nason - Mar 19, 2020


How do we make a list of the 101 greatest show tunes from the past 100 years? Well, we did the near-impossible task.  Check out our full list here! 

130+ Musicals That You Can Stream Now!
by Team BWW - Apr 4, 2021


Visit our list of the best musicals & shows you can watch from home! We've got you covered with all the must-sees on streaming sites including Tony-award winners, favorite stars and top performances.

Review Roundup: A SOLDIER'S PLAY Opens On Broadway - See What the Critics Are Saying
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2020


A Soldier's Play opens tonight on Broadway at the American Airlines Theatre.

See Which Notable Actors Have Starred in Past Productions of A SOLDIER'S PLAY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2020


A Soldier's Play officially opened on Broadway on January 21 for a limited engagement at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway (227 West 42nd Street).

2020 Johnny Mercer Writers Colony At Goodspeed Participants Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2020


In what has become an annual ritual, a total of 40 established and emerging composers, lyricists, and librettists will converge on the Goodspeed campus from mid-January through mid-February 2020 to participate in the Johnny Mercer Foundation Writers Colony at Goodspeed Musicals. The writing teams, representing 15 new musicals, will populate the campus, creating a truly exciting environment for discovery and inspiration.

Meet the Cast of A SOLDIER'S PLAY - Now in Previews on Broadway!
by Meet the Cast - Dec 27, 2019


A Soldier's Play is officially in previews on Broadway! A Soldier's Play opens officially on January 21, 2020. This is a limited engagement at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway (227 West 42nd Street). It stars David Alan Grier, Blair Underwood, Nnamdi Asomugha, Jerry O'Connell, McKinley Belcher III, Rob Demery, Jared Grimes, Billy Eugene Jones, Nate Mann, Warner Miller, J. Alphonse Nicholson and Lee Aaron Rosen.

Marilyn Maye, Jim Caruso's Cast Party And More at Birdland Jazz Club
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 20, 2019


Birdland Jazz Club has released its schedule for December 30-January 12. Performers include Marilyn Maye, John Pizzarelli and Jessica Molaskey Duo, The Billy Stritch Trio, and more. 

BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards Update: HAIRSPRAY - Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 9, 2019


There's just a few weeks left to make your voice heard and submit your votes for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The people have spoken nominations are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!

December 2nd Update - Current Standings for the BWW Indianapolis Awards!
by BWW - Dec 2, 2019


It's December! Voting is now underway for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized. Check out the first set of stats below.

First Standings - Voting Opens for the BWW Indianapolis Awards!
by BWW - Nov 25, 2019


Voting is NOW OPEN and the first votes are in for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!

ESPECIAL: 42nd STREET llega a nuestros cines
by Jose German Martinez Paneque - Nov 11, 2019


El próximo jueves 14 de noviembre llega a Yelmo Cines de toda España por una sola noche la versión del West End de 42nd STREET, una grabación en directo desde Londres de este legendario musical con casi 90 años de historia que podremos disfrutar como nunca antes lo habíamos visto.

Performances Begin Tuesday For New Musical LAST DAYS OF SUMMER
by Julie Musbach - Oct 10, 2019


Performances are set to begin this Tuesday, October 15th, with the official Opening Night on October 25th, for the new musical LAST DAYS OF SUMMER, presented by George Street Playhouse and directed by Jeff Calhoun (NEWSIES, GREASE, BIG RIVER). LAST DAYS OF SUMMER features book & lyrics by Steve Kluger (based on his best-selling novel) and music by Grammy Award winner Jason Howland (LITTLE WOMEN).

MAC Opens 2019-2020 National Broadcasts With I'M NOT RUNNING
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 3, 2019


National Theatre Live broadcasts return to the McAninch Arts Center (MAC) with David Hare's a?oeI'm Not Running,a?? (Oct. 16 & 20), and concluding with a?oeSmall Islanda?? (March 3 & 8).

Wake Up With BWW 9/19: THE ROSE TATTOO Begins Previews, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 19, 2019


Today's top stories: The Rose Tattoo begins previews tonight, and more!

Photo Coverage: Remembering Martin Charnin
by Walter McBride - Jul 10, 2019


Today, BroadwayWorld is remembering Martin Charnin, who died earlier this week.

THE PROMPTER Runs Through June 16 At Bay Street Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2019


Bay Street Theater is pleased to announce THE PROMPTER, the first production of the 2019 Mainstage Season, had a successful opening night on June 1. The show runs through June 16. This World Premiere stars Tovah Feldshuh (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, The Walking Dead, Golda's Balcony) and Wade Dooley (Jersey Boys), who is also the playwright. Single tickets on sale now or tickets can be purchased now as part of the 3-play subscription package for the 2019 Mainstage Season. Call the Box Office at 631-725-9500; open daily 11 am - showtime or log on to baystreet.org.

Tovah Feldshuh to Lead Bay Street Theater's THE PROMPTER; Full Cast and Creative
by Julie Musbach - Apr 4, 2019


Bay Street Theater is pleased to announce the cast and creative team for the first show of the 2019 Mainstage Season. The World Premiere of THE PROMPTER (May 28- June 16) a new comedy by Wade Dooley; will be directed by Scott Schwartz, Bay Street Theater's Artistic Director.

Memorial Set For Mark Bramble At Washington College
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2019


Mark Bramble, the American theatre director, author and producer died on February 20, 2019 at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore following complications related to cardiovascular hypertension.  He was 68 years old.  His passing was reported by his long-time business manager and friend, Richard Koenigsberg.

42nd Street FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of 42nd Street have there been?
42nd Street has had 13 productions including Broadway which opened in 1980, Broadway which opened in 1980, US Tour which opened in 1983, US Tour which opened in 1984, West End which opened in 1984, West End which opened in 1991, Broadway which opened in 2001, Broadway which opened in 2001, US Tour which opened in 2002, Pittsburgh, PA (Regional) which opened in 2006, US Tour which opened in 2015, West End which opened in 2017 and Chicago which opened in 2020.
What awards has 42nd Street been nominated for?
42nd Street has been nominated for the Ned Sherrin Award for Best Musical at the Evening Standard Awards.
What awards has 42nd Street won?
42nd Street has won the Ned Sherrin Award for Best Musical at the Evening Standard Awards.

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