The Hired Man 1984 - Articles Page 3.4

Opened: October 31, 1984
Closing: unknown

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Based on the novel by Melvyn Bragg

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I OUGHT TO BE IN PICTURES with Richard Karn to Open 2/12 at Alhambra
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 28, 2014


In 1984 Tod Booth was hired to direct at the then-named Alhambra Dinner Theatre. The show? I Ought to be in Pictures starring Claude Akins. Five weeks later, on a return trip to watch a show, while sitting at table B15 with owner Leon Simon, Tod made an offer to buy the Alhambra. The deal was done on a napkin. In two years he took the gross revenue from $700,000 to $2,500,000 and was named 'Entrepreneur of the Year' by the Jacksonville Business Journal. The rest, as Tod says, 'is history.' While not necessarily billed as an anniversary, it's hard to miss the parallels between the 1984 production and the 2014 production: Tod is still directing and the Alhambra is still bringing in big-name guest stars, this time Richard Karn from television's Home Improvement. I Ought to be in Pictures opens February 12, 2014 at the nation's longest running professional dinner theater.

ROAD SHOW Comes to Theatre Rhinoceros, Now thru 2/19
by BWW News Desk - Jan 2, 2014


Theatre Rhinoceros presents the Bay Area Premiere of the Stephen Sondheim Musical ROAD SHOW, featuring Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and Book by John Weidman, and running today, January 2 - 19, 2014.

MARY POPPINS, 'VIRGINIA WOOLF' Among Films Added to National Film Registry
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 18, 2013


The Library of Congress has today announced its annual list of 25 films that will be included in the National Film Registry.

ROAD SHOW Comes to Theatre Rhinoceros, 1/2-19
by BWW News Desk - Dec 16, 2013


Theatre Rhinoceros presents the Bay Area Premiere of the Stephen Sondheim Musical ROAD SHOW, featuring Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and Book by John Weidman, and running January 2 - 19, 2014

Ron Sexsmith, The East-West Collective, Trio Voronezh and More Set for Yoshi's SF, Now thru 7/7
by BWW News Desk - Jun 5, 2013


Yoshi's San Francisco announces updated calendar for club and restaurant through July 7, 2013.

BWW Reviews: THE HIRED MAN, Curve Theatre Leicester, April 13 2013
by Jenny Antill - Apr 14, 2013


Since 2004, there have been several other productions of The Hired Man; all of which have achieved similar resounding success. This Curve Theatre Leicester and Mercury Theatre Colchester Co-Production is no different and is nothing short of a masterpiece.

Gerred And Janson Confirmed In ROOMS: A ROCK ROMANCE At Finborough From April
by Carrie Dunn - Mar 25, 2013


A Finborough Theatre commission, the European premiere of the hit Off-Broadway musical ROOMS - A Rock Romance, plays at the Finborough Theatre for a limited four-week season from Tuesday 23 April 2013, directed by multi-award-winning director Andrew Keates.

Estelle Parsons and Peter Swords Honored at LA MAMA CELEBRATES 51 Gala Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 27, 2013


The Oscar-winning and Tony-nominated actress Estelle Parsons will be honored at La Mama's annual benefit fundraiser, along with longtime La MaMa board member Peter Swords tonight, February 27, 2013 at the Ellen Stewart Theatre (66 E. 4 St.), it was previously announced by Mia Yoo, Artistic Director of La MaMa, and Frank Carucci, President of the theatre's Board of Directors.

Louis Anderson Among Celebrities Diving into Debut Season of ABC's SPLASH
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 25, 2013


ABC announces the first round of celebrities to join the cast of SPLASH (formerly titled "Celebrity Diving").

Estelle Parsons and Peter Swords to be Honored at LA MAMA CELEBRATES 51 Gala, Feb 27
by BWW News Desk - Jan 23, 2013


The Oscar-winning and Tony-nominated actress Estelle Parsons will be honored at La Mama's annual benefit fundraiser, along with longtime La MaMa board member Peter Swords on Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at the Ellen Stewart Theatre (66 E. 4 St.), it has been announced by Mia Yoo, Artistic Director of La MaMa, and Frank Carucci, President of the theatre's Board of Directors.

BENNY GOODMAN REINVENTED Concert Comes to Blue Note, 1/15-20
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 4, 2013


On January 16, 1938, the Benny Goodman Orchestra set a new precedent for jazz performances by performing at Carnegie Hall. Up until then, jazz was traditionally heard in clubs. Furthermore, the concert broke new ground for racial equality by being one of the first such presentations in a "highbrow" concert hall to feature a racially integrated band. From January 15th to January 20th, the Blue Note will bring the world of jazz orchestras back to the club with the music of Benny Goodman's immortal Carnegie Hall Concert.

BWW Interviews: Tito Jackson Chats Unity Tour and Jackson 5 Musical
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 26, 2012


Tito Jackson took a moment from his busy schedule to chat with BWW about the group's current Unity Tour as well as why he thinks a Broadway show based on the music of the Jackson 5 is a 'great idea.'

TCM to Air Top 10 Texas Films to Celebrate Arrival of TNT's DALLAS
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 11, 2012


Turner Classic Movies (TCM) is celebrating this week's premiere of TNT's all-new series DALLAS by unveiling a 10-gallon list of the Top 10 Texas Movies.

CBS Airs Special Program Dedicated to Mike Wallace 4/15
by TV News Desk - Apr 15, 2012


CBS News legend Mike Wallace, the 60 MINUTES' pit-bull reporter whose probing, brazen style made his name synonymous with the tough interview - a style he practically invented for television more than half a century ago - died last night. He was 93 and passed peacefully surrounded by family members at Waveny Care Center in New Canaan, Conn., where he spent the past few years.

CBS to Air Special Program Dedicated to Mike Wallace 4/15
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 9, 2012


CBS News legend Mike Wallace, the 60 MINUTES' pit-bull reporter whose probing, brazen style made his name synonymous with the tough interview - a style he practically invented for television more than half a century ago - died last night. He was 93 and passed peacefully surrounded by family members at Waveny Care Center in New Canaan, Conn., where he spent the past few years.

Ten Star Award Winners To Be Honored at 7th Annual Evening of Stars Gala at SCERA Center for the Arts
by BWW News Desk - Feb 25, 2012


Those who have made significant contributions to the arts in a variety of categories will be recognized for their achievements in enriching the communities and citizens of Utah at the 7th Annual Star Awards held Saturday, February 25, 2012 at the SCERA Center for the Arts in Orem.

Ten Star Award Winners To Be Honored at 7th Annual Evening of Stars Gala at SCERA Center for the Arts
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 14, 2012


Those who have made significant contributions to the arts in a variety of categories will be recognized for their achievements in enriching the communities and citizens of Utah at the 7th Annual Star Awards held Saturday, February 25, 2012 at the SCERA Center for the Arts in Orem.

NYWIFT to Honor Martha Stewart, Claire Danes at 31st Annual Muse Awards
by BWW News Desk - Dec 7, 2011


New York Women in Film & Television (NYWIFT), which has supported the advancement of women in the entertainment industry for more than 30 years, will present their 31th annual Muse Awards at a gala luncheon to be held Wednesday, December 7th at the New York Hilton.

THE HIRED MAN to Play Landor Theatre This August
by Kelsey Denette - Jul 6, 2011


In August 2011, Theatrica Ltd will bring Howard Goodall & Melvyn Bragg?s earthy, visceral & moving musical, The Hired Man to the Landor Theatre.

Joe's Pub Announces Rated RSO, Willie Nile, Baby Dee, 5/9-5/12
by BWW News Desk - May 9, 2011


Joe's Pub at The Public Theater debuted in October 1998 and has quickly became one of New York City's most celebrated and in-demand showcase venues for live music and performance.

4CP Present THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST 5/6-22
by BWW News Desk - May 6, 2011


THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST runs May 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22. Tickets are on sale now!

4CP Present THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST 5/6-22
by BWW News Desk - May 6, 2011


THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST runs May 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22. Tickets are on sale now!

4CP Present THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST 5/6-22
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 21, 2011


THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST runs May 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22. Tickets are on sale now!

Joe's Pub Announces Rated RSO, Willie Nile, Baby Dee
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 13, 2011


Joe's Pub at The Public Theater debuted in October 1998 and has quickly became one of New York City's most celebrated and in-demand showcase venues for live music and performance.

B.B. King Confirms Three Rare UK June Concerts
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 28, 2011


Universally hailed as the reigning King of the Blues, the legendary B.B. King will perform three UK concerts in Manchester, Edinburgh and London in June 2011.

Other Productions of The Hired Man

1984   West End Original London Production
West End
1988   New York Showcase
New York
1992   West End London Concert Revival
West End

The Hired Man - 1984 West End Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1984 Olivier Awards Actor of the Year in a Musical Paul Clarkson
1984 Olivier Awards Actress of the Year in a Musical Julia Hills
1984 Olivier Awards Musical of the Year Melvyn Bragg
1984 Olivier Awards Musical of the Year Howard Goodall
1984 Olivier Awards Outstanding Achievement of the Year in a Musical Howard Goodall

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