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Opened: May 17, 1971
Closing: June 13, 1976

Godspell - 1971 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Cherry Lane Theatre
38 Commerce St. (Bedford & Hudson Street) New York, NY 10014

Based upon The Gospel According to St. Matthew

The story of Jesus told in a whimsical, sweet rock musical.

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GODSPELL Opens Tonight At Adrian's Croswell Opera House
by Julie Musbach - Jan 26, 2018


Students from nine area high schools will perform the classic musical GODSPELL beginning Jan. 27 at the Croswell Opera House in Adrian.

GODSPELL Rounds Out Theatre Aspen's 35th Anniversary Slate
by Julie Musbach - Jan 8, 2018


Jed Bernstein, Producing Director of Theatre Aspen, announced today that the iconic musical Godspellwill join Ragtime and Our Town as the final offering in the 2018 summer season. Sara Brians joins Theatre Aspen for the first time as Godspell's director and choreographer, and long-time Theatre Aspen actor Elise Kinnon (Full Monty, Cabaret, Mamma Mia!, Hairspray) will assist.

Kendra Kassebaum to Lead 5th Avenue Theatre's New Production of MAMMA MIA!, Full Cast Announced!
by Julie Musbach - Jan 4, 2018


Rehearsals begin today for The 5th Avenue Theatre's new production of Mamma Mia!, the celebrated musical that features the music of global pop sensation ABBA. The 5th Avenue Theatre is the first producing theater company in the Pacific Northwest to be granted the rights to create its own refreshed version of the show, which toured the world for nearly 20 years.

VIDEO: On This Day, November 7- Prepare Ye for the First Broadway Revival of GODSPELL
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 7, 2017


Today we celebrate the first Broadway revival of Stephen Schwartz's Godspell, which opened on this day in 2011.

BWW Review: GODSPELL at Theatre In The Park At Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center
by Paul Bolton - Oct 9, 2017


Godspell the Stephen Schwartz musical revival at Theatre in the Park at Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center in Overland Park KS stages hit show that captures the spirit of the Gospel of Matthew from the New Testament. A talented ensemble rocks the night with a story of love and acceptance.

Matt Pfieffer Reimagines GODSPELL with Gender-Blind Cast at Villanova Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Sep 19, 2017


Villanova Theatre will kick off the 2017-2018 season with the iconic musical Godspell, directed by Philadelphia favorite Matt Pfeiffer, who took home the Barrymore Award for Best Direction of a Play two years in a row.

Matt Pfieffer Reimagines GODSPELL with Gender-Blind Cast at Villanova Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Aug 31, 2017


Villanova Theatre will kick off the 2017-2018 season with the iconic musical Godspell, directed by Philadelphia favorite Matt Pfeiffer, who took home the Barrymore Award for Best Direction of a Play two years in a row.

Photo Flash: John Doyle Directs AS YOU LIKE IT at Bay Street Theater Starring Ellen Burstyn, Andre De Shields, and More!
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 17, 2017


Bay Street Theater has announced their take on AS YOU LIKE IT, by William Shakespeare, directed by Tony Award winner John Doyle, with original music by Stephen Schwartz, will run from August 8 - September 3. For tickets call the Box Office at 631-725-9500 11 am - show time daily or purchase online at www.baystreet.org.

Bay Street Theater to Offer 'Pay What You Can' Performance of Starry AS YOU LIKE IT
by BWW News Desk - Aug 8, 2017


Bay Street Theater has announced a 'Pay What You Can' performance for AS YOU LIKE IT, a comedy by William Shakespeare, directed by Tony Award winner John Doyle, with original music by Stephen Schwartz, today, August 8 at 7 pm.

Photo Flash: John Doyle Directs AS YOU LIKE IT at Bay Street Theater Starring Ellen Burstyn, Andre De Shields, and More!
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 7, 2017


Bay Street Theater has announced their take on AS YOU LIKE IT, by William Shakespeare, directed by Tony Award winner John Doyle, with original music by Stephen Schwartz, will run from August 8 - September 3. For tickets call the Box Office at 631-725-9500 11 am - show time daily or purchase online at www.baystreet.org.

Michael Feinstein, BANDSTAND, Tovah Feldshuh and More Coming Up This August at Feinstein's/54 Below
by BWW News Desk - Jul 31, 2017


This August, Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. Scroll down for details!

Bay Street Theater to Offer 'Pay What You Can' Performance of Starry AS YOU LIKE IT
by BWW News Desk - Jul 26, 2017


Bay Street Theater has announced a 'Pay What You Can' performance for AS YOU LIKE IT, a comedy by William Shakespeare, directed by Tony Award winner John Doyle, with original music by Stephen Schwartz, on Tuesday, August 8 at 7 pm.

Ellen Burstyn, André De Shields & More Will Star in John Doyle-Helmed AS YOU LIKE IT
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2017


Bay Street Theater is pleased to announce the full cast for AS YOU LIKE IT by William Shakespeare, directed by Tony Award winner John Doyle. The production will run at Bay Street Theater from August 8 - September 3. The production will star Hannah Cabell (The Father, Men on Boats, Major Barbara) as Rosalind, Academy Award, Emmy Award and Tony Award winner Ellen Burstyn (Same Time, Next Year, The Last Picture Show, The Exorcist) as Jacques, and Andre De Shields (The Full Monty, Ain't Misbehavin', The Wiz) as Touchstone.

Prepare Ye for the Smash Hit Musical GODSPELL on the Maltz Jupiter Theatre Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 19, 2017


Now is your chance to experience the dazzling power of the musical Godspell on the Maltz Jupiter Theatre's stage for two performances only: Saturday, July 1, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, July 2 at 2 p.m.

GOOD MORNING, THEATERATI for May 17, 2017
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 17, 2017


GOOD MORNING, THEATERATI! It's May 17, 2017, and summer - or a reasonable facsimile thereof - has arrived in Nashville, with temperatures already climbing toward the 90s! When prompts the musical question: What's on your agenda for the summer of 2017? Anything we should know about and, more importantly, write about?

Photo Flash: GODSPELL Opens at Lakewood Theatre Company
by Julie Musbach - Apr 9, 2017


Lakewood Theatre Company will open on Friday April 28, 2017 with the landmark musical, Godspell with music and lyrics by Steve Schwartz and book by John-Michael Tebelak. The production sponsor for Godspell is Nicoletta's Table & Marketplace.

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Opens At Bristol Riverside Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Mar 15, 2017


Bristol Riverside Theatre opens the hit rock musical Jesus Christ Superstar starting March 21 and running through April 16. 

Bristol Riverside Theatre Continues its 30th Anniversary Season with JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by BWW News Desk - Feb 23, 2017


Bristol Riverside Theatre continues its 30th Anniversary season with the hit rock musical Jesus Christ Superstar, running March 21-April 16.  With music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice, Jesus Christ Superstar is directed by Keith Baker, music directed by Douglass Lutz, with choreography by Stephen Casey and features Julian Alvarez, Derrick Cobey, Patrick H. Dunn, Robert Farruggia, Adam Kemmerer, Ciji Prosser, Darren Ritchie, Danny Rutigliano, and Steve Steiner.  The ensemble features Jason Taylor Armstrong, Daniel Bontempo, Elena Camp, John DiFerdinando, Maggie Griffin-Smith, Megan Helen Jones, Lauren Krigel, Caitlin Ort, William Pazdziora,  Miriam Grace Payne, Christopher J. Perugini, Dominick Sannelli,  Keith L. Watford, and Timothy Walton.

Prepare Ye the Way for GTA's February Festival Revival of GODSPELL
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 1, 2017


This February, the Gainesville Theatre Alliance invites audiences to "prepare ye the way" for a musical telling of the gospel of Matthew in the much loved musical Godspell. With performances at Brenau University's Hosch Theatre February 14 through 25, this updated version of the classic musical is the best revival you've never attended- until now.

Damian Lewis and Sophie Okonedo to be Joined by Jason Hughes and Archie Madekwe in THE GOAT, OR WHO IS SYLVIA?
by BWW News Desk - Jan 20, 2017


Full casting for Edward Albee's The Goat, or Who Is Sylvia? is announced today. Joining Damian Lewis and Sophie Okonedo, who play husband and wife Martin and Stevie in Ian Rickson's production, will be Jason Hughes as Martin's oldest friend Ross and Archie Madekwe as their son Billy.

Free Stage Tour Examines New Slant on the 1970s Production of GODSPELL
by BWW News Desk - Jan 11, 2017


What happens when the biggest story in history meets the musical talent of award-winning Broadway and Disney composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz, whose 40+ year career has included writing wildly popular music and lyrics for Wicked, Enchanted and Pocahontas?

Red Crescendo Theatre Company Presents GODSPELL
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 30, 2016


Red Crescendo Theatre Company presents their inaugural production of Stephen Schwartz and John Michael Tebelak's timeless classic GODSPELL (2012 VERSION) performing December 10th - 18th, Saturdays and Sundays @ 2pm as well as Thursday December 15th @ 7pm, at Gorilla Tango Theatre, 1919 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL 60647. Tickets are $12; to purchase tickets call 773-598-4549 or visit gorillatangotheatre.com.

BWW Review: GODSPELL at The Eagle Theatre
by Pati Buehler - Nov 8, 2016


The Eagle Theatre takes a leap of faith that works

Work Underway for New Musical Film from Josh Gad, Alan Menken, Stephen Schwartz & More!
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 24, 2016


Tony Award nominee Josh Gad took to Facebook today to tease a new musical film he is developing along with an all-star creative team!

THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME, Starring Deaf Actor, Begins Tonight in Los Angeles
by BWW News Desk - Sep 16, 2016


La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts & McCoy Rigby Entertainment presents the first show of its 2016-2017 season, the Los Angeles premiere production of THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME, music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Stephen Schwartz, book by Peter Parnell, musical direction by Dennis Castellano, choreography by Dana Solimando and directed by Glenn Casale.

Godspell FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Godspell have there been?
Godspell has had 18 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1971, Off-Broadway which opened in 1971, Australia which opened in 1971, West End which opened in 1972, Australia which opened in 1972, Broadway which opened in 1976, Broadway which opened in 1976, Regional (US) which opened in 1979, London Fringe which opened in 1981, Off-Broadway which opened in 1988, Off-Broadway which opened in 1988, Off-Broadway which opened in 2000, Off-Broadway which opened in 2000, Milburn, NJ (Regional) which opened in 2006, Broadway which opened in 2008, Broadway which opened in 2011, US Tour which opened in 2013 and UK Tour which opened in 2015.

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