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Opened: May 21, 1959

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CHICAGO to Welcome Lili Thomas as Matron 'Mama' Morton This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 1, 2023


Discover the newest addition to the cast of CHICAGO - Lili Thomas as Matron 'Mama' Morton. Catch her performance at the Ambassador Theatre. Don't miss out on this incredible talent bringing the iconic character to life.

Bringing Together a Shakespeare Classic and Songs by Cole Porter KISS ME, KATE! Opens in Sao Paulo
by Claudio Erlichman - Aug 16, 2023


Kiss Me, Kate! is a musical written by Bella and Samuel Spewack ,with music and lyrics by Cole Porter. The story involves the production of a musical version of Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew and the conflict on and off-stage between Fred Graham, the show's director, producer, and star, and his leading lady, his ex-wife Lilli Vanessi.

BREAKING: Marta Ribera protagonizará GYPSY en el papel de Rose, dirigido por Antonio Banderas
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Jul 21, 2023


El musical se estrenará en el Teatro del Soho CaixaBank de Málaga en octubre de 2024.

Photos/Video: Go Inside Stephen Sondheim's $7M Manhattan Townhouse
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 11, 2023


Stephen Sondheim's Manhattan home is now for sale. The 7 bedroom, 3 bath townhouse in East Midtown has been listed by Michael J. Franco at Compass for $7M. 

BREAKING: El próximo proyecto de Antonio Banderas con el Soho será GYPSY
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Jun 16, 2023


Según ha avanzado la Opinión de Málaga, el actor y empresario desveló el nombre del siguiente proyecto en la gala de fin de curso de la Escuela Superior de Artes Escénicas de Málaga.

Charlotte d'Amboise, Dylis Croman, Jennifer Fouché, and More Will Return to CHICAGO This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2023


The Broadway company of the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago will welcome back Charlotte d'Amboise as “Roxie Hart” on June 12 and Dylis Croman as “Roxie Hart,” Jennifer Fouché as “Matron Mama Morton,” Ryan Silverman as “Billy Flynn” and Evan Harrington as “Amos Hart” all beginning June 5, 2023.

Review: The Goodspeed's GYPSY is a Real Good Time!
by Ariana Straznicky-Packer - May 27, 2023


They say “April showers bring May flowers” and the Goodspeed expertly planted their garden perfectly: This May and June, Everything is coming up roses, with Gypsy!

GYPSY Comes to Music Theater Heritage in June
by Stephi Wild - May 25, 2023


Music Theater Heritage has announced the cast and creatives for its summer production of Gypsy. Famously one of Stephen Sondheim’s earliest works, Gypsy features a book by Arthur Laurents, music by Jule Styne and lyrics by Sondheim. It is based on the memoirs of burlesque performer Gypsy Rose Lee.

Casting Revealed For The World Première of THE THIRD MAN at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2023


As rehearsals begin, the Menier Chocolate Factory has announced full casting for the world première of the new musical, The Third Man. Learn more about who is starring in the show here!

Review: GYPSY at Carrollwood Cultural Center
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - May 8, 2023


Though Sunday was the closing show of Gypsy at Carrollwood Cultural Center, the talent on that stage will live on indefinitely.

Casting Revealed for The World Premiere of THE THIRD MAN at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2023


As public booking opens, the Menier Chocolate Factory has announced initial casting for the world première of the new musical, The Third Man. Learn more about who will be starring in the show here!

Celebrate Mother's Day with BroadwayHD!
by Team BWW - May 1, 2023


In the month of May, explore how motherhood is portrayed onstage with these six beloved musicals that examine the difficulties, joys, sorrows, and delights of being a parent.

Trinity Rep Presents SWEENEY TODD
by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2023


Trinity Repertory Company concludes its 2022-23 Season with the award-winning musical Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a book by Hugh Wheeler. Directed by Curt Columbus, Sweeney Todd runs at Trinity Rep in the Dowling Theater from May 25 through June 25, 2023.

PACIFIC OVERTURES, CLOSE UP - THE TWIGGY MUSICAL, and More Set For Menier Chocolate Factory 2023 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2023


With Marjorie Prime currently running at the company's home base in South London and Funny Girl on Broadway, the Menier Chocolate Factory announced forthcoming programming for 2023. Learn more about the lineup here!

Interview: Carol Burnett at 90 - Looking Back on Broadway, THE CAROL BURNETT SHOW & More
by Michael Major - Apr 25, 2023


We sat down with Carol Burnett to look back on all the laughs she has given us throughout the years, starting with her Broadway debut in Once Upon a Mattress in 1959. Burnett discusses her 'big break,' reveals why she likes doing television more than Broadway, and how Bernadette Peters was the first person she asked to be on The Carol Burnett Show.

RUTHLESS; TICK, TICK...BOOM!; and More Set For New Conservatory Theatre Center's Upcoming Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2023


New Conservatory Theatre Center has announced the line-up for a daring 2023-24 Season, continuing their decades-long commitment to creating new works with three world premieres, as well as producing two cult-hit musicals, a West Coast premiere, and an exciting limited holiday engagement with Katya Smirnoff-Skyy. 

CHICAGO Becomes Longest Running Show Now Playing on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2023


The Phantom of the Opera ended its 35-Year Run on Broadway, making Chicago the longest running show now playing on Broadway.

Taiko Sasaki of 7 MEN Samurai Stars in Japan Premiere of GYPSY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 11, 2023


Taiko Sasaki of 7 MEN Samurai will dance his way into hearts at the Japan premiere of Jule Styne and Stephen Sondheim’s musical fable “GYPSY!”

Photos: Olivia Holt & Company Take First Bows in CHICAGO on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 11, 2023


The Broadway musical Chicago welcomed actress and singer Olivia Holt making her Broadway debut in the role of 'Roxie Hart' beginning last night, Monday, April 10 at the Ambassador Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there for her first show and you can check out photos of her taking her bows!

Video: CHICAGO'S New Stars Olivia Holt, Kimberly Marable And More Take Their First Bows!
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2023


Tonight, Chicago welcomed actress and singer Olivia Holt making her Broadway as “Roxie Hart”, Kimberly Marable in the role of “Velma Kelly,” Liam Fennecken in the role of “Amos Hart”, and welcomed back Charity Angél Dawson as “Matron 'Mama' Morton' and Erich Bergen as 'Billy Flynn'. See video of their opening night bows!

CHICAGO Releases New Block Of Tickets Through February 4, 2024
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2023


A new block of tickets is now on sale through February 4, 2024 for the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St., NYC).

Erich Bergen Returns to CHICAGO Next Week
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2023


The Broadway company of the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago will welcome back Erich Bergen in the role of “Billy Flynn” beginning Monday, April 10, 2023 through Sunday, June 4, 2023.

Merle Dandridge, Michael Hayden, Jodi Long & More to Star in A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Pasadena Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 2, 2023


Pasadena Playhouse has announced the cast for the 50th anniversary production of A Little Night Music. See who is starring, and how to purchase tickets!

Interview: Lane Bradbury of WE MUST REMEMBER THESE MOMENTS at Pangea
by Michael Walters - Feb 12, 2023


Gypsy’s original Dainty June is back with a new cabaret at Pangea!

Jodi Benson and Daughter Delaney Benson Will Lead Production of GYPSY in Florida
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2023


Jodi Benson will star alongside her daughter, Delaney Benson, in a production of Gypsy in Florida.

Other Productions of Gypsy

1959   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1961   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
1961   US Tour 2nd National Tour
US Tour
1973   West End London Revival
West End
1974   Broadway Broadway Production
Broadway
1976   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
1989   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1998   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
2003   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2006   St. Louis, MO (Regional) St. Louis MUNY Production
St. Louis, MO (Regional)
2006   Regional Concert
2007   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
2008   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2014   Regional (US) Connecticut Rep Production
Regional (US)
2015   West End West End Revival Production
West End
2018   St. Louis, MO (Regional) The Muny Revival
St. Louis, MO (Regional)

Gypsy - 1959 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1960 Tony Awards Best Conductor and Musical Director Milton Rosenstick
1960 Tony Awards Best Costume Design Raoul Pene Du Bois
1960 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Jerome Robbins
1960 Tony Awards Best Musical Arthur Laurents
1960 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Jack Klugman
1960 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Sandra Church
1960 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Ethel Merman
1960 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design of a Musical Jo Mielziner

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