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Opened: April 26, 1997
Closing: June 07, 1998

The Life - 1997 - Broadway History , Info & More

Ethel Barrymore Theatre (Broadway)
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Ghee, Hewitt & Boggess to Star in MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at Goodman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2024


Goodman Theatre has revealed the initial cast for Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

How Often Are Musicals Revived with Their Original Director?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Mar 31, 2024


This time, the reader question was: How often is a musical revived on Broadway directed by its original director?

Review: DANA H. at Factory Theatre
by Ilana Lucas - Mar 25, 2024


When actress Jordan Baker opens her mouth, the voice we hear isn’t hers; it’s the voice of Dana H. playwright Lucas Hnath’s mother, Dana Higginbotham, recorded in a series of interviews and cut together to form a lip sync track. Dana herself speaks her truth as she remembers it, which in this case is definitely stranger than fiction.

DanceHouse Sets Canadian Premieres & More for 2024/25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 22, 2024


DanceHouse has revealed its 2024/25 season of performances from around the globe – on Vancouver stages from October 2024 through April 2025. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets.

Olivier Award-Winner Katie Brayben and Andrew Rannells Will Lead TAMMY FAYE on Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2024


Initial casting has been announced for the Broadway production of the acclaimed musical TAMMY FAYE. Two-time Olivier Award winner Katie Brayben will recreate her Olivier Award-winning performance as Tammy Faye Bakker, and Tony Award nominee Andrew Rannells will reprise his Olivier-nominated performance as Jim Bakker. TAMMY FAYE will begin preview performances on October 19th and will officially open on November 14th, 2024 at Broadway's Palace Theater. 

Patti LuPone & More to Join Atlantic Theater Company 2024 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2024


Atlantic Theater Company will present their 2024 Gala on Monday, April 29, 2024 at The Plaza. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.

From La Jolla Playhouse to Broadway - A Brief History
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 24, 2024


Learn more about some of the Broadway productions that you may not have realized began their journey at La Jolla Playhouse! 

Central Works' BOSS MCGREEDY Extends Through April 7
by Stephi Wild - Mar 21, 2024


Central Works' Boss McGreedy by Gary Graves, at the historic Berkeley City Club has extended through April  7, 2024 (originally scheduled to close March 31).

Feature: It's Time To Play A Game With THE BOYS IN THE BAND at Palm Canyon Theatre
by Charlie Thomas - Mar 19, 2024


Learn more about the upcoming production of THE BOYS IN THE BAND at Palm Canyon Theatre.

TimeLine Theatre Closes 2024-25 Season With DHABA ON DEVON AVENUE
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 18, 2024


TimeLine Theatre Company has announced details for the world premiere of Dhaba on Devon Avenue by Madhuri Shekar, directed by Chay Yew and presented in a co-production with Writers Theatre.

Review: A Top Notch Cast Delivers with BEAUTY QUEEN OF LEENANE at Jobsite Theater
by Drew Eberhard - Mar 17, 2024


What did our critic think of BEAUTY QUEEN OF LEENANE at Jobsite Theater?

Orange Tree Theatre Announces New Ot Associate Artists In First Cohort Under Artistic Director Tom Littler
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 14, 2024


Orange Tree Theatre has announced 10 new artistic associates, marking the first cohort under the leadership of Artistic Director Tom Littler.

F. Murray Abraham Will Appear in a Benefit Reading of Edward Albee's FRAGMENTS
by Stephi Wild - Mar 13, 2024


​​​​​​​F. Murray Abraham will appear in a special benefit performance of Edward Albee's FRAGMENTS on Saturday, April 6th, 2024, 8:00PM at Debonair Music Hall.

Laguna Playhouse To Present CAMELOT, FENCES, And More For 2024-2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 12, 2024


Discover the 2024-2025 season of shows at LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE, featuring performances like CAMELOT, August Wilson's FENCES, A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE, and more.

THE BOY & THE HERON Coming to Max Under New Deal With Studio Ghibli
by Michael Major - Mar 12, 2024


Max and GKIDS renew their exclusive multiyear U.S. licensing deal for the Studio Ghibli catalogue, extending their partnership to bring beloved animated films to audiences. As part of the deal, Max will be the future home of the Oscar-winning and Golden Globe-winning film “The Boy and the Heron,” later this year.

Staged Reading of AT HOME AT THE ZOO Comes to Debonair Music Hall Next Week
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2024


Black Box PAC will present a staged reading of AT HOME AT THE ZOO (1959/2004) on Wednesday, March 20th, 2024, 7:30PM at Debonair Music Hall.

The Dennis Kamakahi Music Festival Comes to the Downey Theatre in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2024


The Aloha Everywhere Concert Series will continue at the Downey Theatre with The Dennis Kamakahi Music Festival, for an afternoon of Hawaiian music to honor the late great slack key master and Hawai`i’s most prolific songwriter, Rev. Dennis Kamakahi.

Opera San José Presents the Bay Area Premiere of FLORENCIA EN EL AMAZONAS 
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2024


Experience the Bay Area premiere of Daniel Catán's FLORENCIA EN EL AMAZONAS at Opera San José from April 20 to May 5.

Peter Jöback to Release New Album ATLAS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2024


Recording artist, actor and musical theatre star Peter Jöback will release his upcoming studio album, ATLAS.

Gin Blossoms & Toad The Wet Sprocket Set Co-Headlining Summer Tour
by Michael Major - Mar 11, 2024


The 15-date trek kicks off Thursday, August 1 in Wisconsin and will see the “Hey Jealousy” and “Walk On the Ocean” hitmakers, respectively, take amphitheaters and theater stages across the Midwest and East Coast. Additionally, they'll be joined by special guest alternative rockers Vertical Horizon, the multi-platinum band.

Northwestern University to Celebrate THE MEE-OW SHOW 50th Anniversary
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2024


Northwestern University will present a day-long celebration in honor of the fiftieth anniversary of The Mee-Ow Show. See when and where the show is taking place and learn

Laurence Fishburne's LIKE THEY DO IN THE MOVIES Begins Performances This Weekend at PAC NYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 8, 2024


The World Premiere of Like They Do in the Movies, written and performed by Laurence Fishburne, directed by Leonard Foglia, will begi performances at The Perelman Performing Arts Center on Sunday, March 10.

Video: Go Inside the Sitzprobe for Disney's HERCULES in Hamburg
by Joshua Wright - Mar 7, 2024


Go behind the scenes of the orchestra and cast coming together for the first time to bring the music of Hercules in Hamburg to life with stars Ann Jorolan (Meg), Benét Monteiro (Hercules), and musical supervisor Michael Kosarin.

This Week's New Classifieds- Jobs in Hair & Makeup, Finance and More
by - Mar 7, 2024


This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 3/7/2024 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

THE ADDAMS FAMILY & More Set for Theatre Tuscaloosa 24-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2024


Theatre Tuscaloosa has revealed its 2024-25 season. See the plays and learn how to purchase tickets.

The Life FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Life have there been?
The Life has had 4 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1990, Off-Broadway which opened in 1990, Broadway which opened in 1997 and Broadway which opened in 1997.
What Tony Awards has The Life been nominated for?
The Life has been nominated for several Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical for David Newman, Ira Gasman, and Cy Coleman, Best Choreography for Joey McKneely, Best Costume Design for Martin Pakledinaz, Best Direction of a Musical for Michael Blakemore, Best Lighting Design for Richard Pilbrow, Best Orchestrations for Don Sebesky and Harold Wheeler, and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Cy Coleman and Ira Gasman.
What awards has The Life been nominated for?
The Life has been nominated for several awards. These include Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards, Outstanding Costume Design at the Drama Desk Awards for Martin Pakledinaz and Ann Ruth, Outstanding Director - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Michael Blakemore, Outstanding Lighting Design at the Drama Desk Awards for Richard Pilbrow, Outstanding Music at the Drama Desk Awards for Cy Coleman, Outstanding Orchestration at the Drama Desk Awards for Dan Sebesky and Harold Wheeler, Distinguished Production of a Musical at the Drama League Awards, and Best Choreography at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Joey McKneely.
What awards has The Life won?
The Life has won several awards, including Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Martin Pakledinaz and Ann Ruth, Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Michael Blakemore, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Richard Pilbrow, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Cy Coleman, Outstanding Orchestration (Drama Desk Awards) for Dan Sebesky and Harold Wheeler, Distinguished Production of a Musical (Drama League Awards), and Best Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Joey McKneely.

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