My One and Only 1983 - Articles Page 20

Ages: 10+
Opened: May 1, 1983
Closing: March 03, 1985

My One and Only - 1983 - Broadway History , Info & More

St. James Theatre (Broadway)
246 West 44th St. New York, NY

‘S Wonderful! ‘S Marvelous! The glamorous ‘20s come roaring back to life when a barnstorming aviator falls for a bathing beauty. Their romantic pursuit is sidetracked by a series of zany escapades but together they navigate their way to a happy ending. This tap dance spectacular with an incomparable Gershwin score - "'S Wonderful," "Funny Face," "Kickin' The Clouds Away" and more - will have you floating on air.



My One and Only features Music by George Gershwin, Lyrics by Ira Gershwin and Book by Peter Stone and Timothy S. Mayer.

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Music Theatre of Ct MainStage Presents My Way..., Begins 4/1
by BWW News Desk - Apr 1, 2011


Music Theatre of Connecticut MainStage is proud to present 'My Way: A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra' by David Grapes and Todd Olson.

Reprise Theatre Company Features Barry Manilow in Concert, 3/22
by BWW News Desk - Mar 22, 2011


Reprise Theatre Company presents Barry Manilow in Concert for one performance only on Tuesday, March 22 at 8:00 pm, at UCLA's Royce Hall. This special event is presented by Reprise Theatre Company as its Annual Gala Performance. Ticket sales from Barry Manilow in Concert support Reprise's mission to produce musical theatre of the highest artistic quality and to make this art form accessible to new audiences through education and outreach programs.

Music Theatre of Ct MainStage Presents My Way..., Begins 4/1
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 21, 2011


Music Theatre of Connecticut MainStage is proud to present 'My Way: A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra' by David Grapes and Todd Olson.

Harvey Fierstein Talks LA CAGE From 1983 to Today
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 22, 2011


Harvey Fierstein, the four-time Tony Award-winning actor who stepped into the heels of Albin/Zaza in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES on February 15th, recently spoke about the show, the role, and more.

Robin Wagner, Lewis Brown, et al. Win TDF/Irene Sharaff Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 22, 2011


Three-time Tony Award-winning scenic designer ROBIN WAGNER and esteemed costume designer LEWIS BROWN are among the 2011 TDF/Irene Sharaff Awards recipients. The awards will be presented at a ceremony on Friday, April 8 at 6:30pm at the Hudson Theatre (145 West 44th Street). Mr. Brown was selected to receive the 2011 TDF/Irene Sharaff Lifetime Achievement Award for costume design, and Tony Award-winning scenic designer Robin Wagner will receive the Robert L.B. Tobin Award for Sustained Excellence in Theatrical Design. Sadly, Mr. Brown passed away in January of 2011. His award will be accepted by his long-time colleague and friend, Albert Wolsky, who was the recipient of the 2010 TDF/Irene Sharaff Lifetime Achievement Award

B.B. Kings Blues Club Announces Upcoming Shows and Events
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 8, 2011


B.B. King Blues Club & Grill is located at 237 West 42nd Street (between 7th and 8th Avenues) New York, NY 10036

Reprise Theatre Company Features Barry Manilow in Concert, 3/22
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 17, 2011


Reprise Theatre Company presents Barry Manilow in Concert for one performance only on Tuesday, March 22 at 8:00 pm, at UCLA's Royce Hall. This special event is presented by Reprise Theatre Company as its Annual Gala Performance. Ticket sales from Barry Manilow in Concert support Reprise's mission to produce musical theatre of the highest artistic quality and to make this art form accessible to new audiences through education and outreach programs.

Alan Gilbert Conducts World and New York Premieres by Kernis & Rouse, Dec. 30
by BWW News Desk - Dec 30, 2010


Music Director Alan Gilbert will conduct the New York Philharmonic in Aaron Jay Kernis's a Voice, a Messenger, a World Premiere-New York Philharmonic Co- Commission with the Big Band Association, featuring Philharmonic Principal Trumpet Philip Smith, and the New York Premiere of Christopher Rouse's Oboe Concerto, with Principal Oboe Liang Wang, Tuesday, December 28, 2010, Wednesday, December 29, and Thursday, December 30, at 7:30 p.m. Also on the program: Vivaldi's Concerto for Four Violins, RV 580, performed by Philharmonic violinists Sheryl Staples, Michelle Kim, Marc Ginsberg, and Lisa Kim; Hindemith's Horn Concerto, played by Principal Horn Philip Myers; and Ravel's Boléro.

Alan Gilbert Conducts World and New York Premieres by Kernis & Rouse, Dec. 28-30
by BWW News Desk - Dec 28, 2010


Music Director Alan Gilbert will conduct the New York Philharmonic in Aaron Jay Kernis's a Voice, a Messenger, a World Premiere-New York Philharmonic Co- Commission with the Big Band Association, featuring Philharmonic Principal Trumpet Philip Smith, and the New York Premiere of Christopher Rouse's Oboe Concerto, with Principal Oboe Liang Wang, Tuesday, December 28, 2010, Wednesday, December 29, and Thursday, December 30, at 7:30 p.m. Also on the program: Vivaldi's Concerto for Four Violins, RV 580, performed by Philharmonic violinists Sheryl Staples, Michelle Kim, Marc Ginsberg, and Lisa Kim; Hindemith's Horn Concerto, played by Principal Horn Philip Myers; and Ravel's Boléro.

Alan Gilbert Conducts World and New York Premieres by Kernis & Rouse, Dec. 28-30
by Erica Anker - Nov 23, 2010


Music Director Alan Gilbert will conduct the New York Philharmonic in Aaron Jay Kernis's a Voice, a Messenger, a World Premiere-New York Philharmonic Co- Commission with the Big Band Association, featuring Philharmonic Principal Trumpet Philip Smith, and the New York Premiere of Christopher Rouse's Oboe Concerto, with Principal Oboe Liang Wang, Tuesday, December 28, 2010, Wednesday, December 29, and Thursday, December 30, at 7:30 p.m. Also on the program: Vivaldi's Concerto for Four Violins, RV 580, performed by Philharmonic violinists Sheryl Staples, Michelle Kim, Marc Ginsberg, and Lisa Kim; Hindemith's Horn Concerto, played by Principal Horn Philip Myers; and Ravel's Boléro.

Brooklyn Center Presents TOMMY TUNE 11/14
by BWW News Desk - Nov 14, 2010


Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts at Brooklyn College launches its Headliners Series with Broadway legend TOMMY TUNE in Steps in Time: A Broadway Biography in Song and Dance on Sunday, November 14, 2010 at 3pm.

Falcon Theatre Presents TEA AT FIVE, 10/22-11/14
by BWW News Desk - Nov 14, 2010


The Falcon Theatre presents the hit one-woman show TEA AT FIVE, written by Matthew Lombardo and directed by Jenny Sullivan, the second production in its 2010-2011 Subscription Season. This gracefully funny and heartwarming tale stars Stephanie Zimbalist (Remington Steele) as legendary actress Katharine Hepburn.

STAGE TUBE: Tommy Tune: Fifty Years and Still Tapping
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 10, 2010


Tommy Tune celebrates his five decades in show biz in a new show called Steps in Time: A Broadway Biography in Song and Dance. Tune is interviewed by NY Nightly News anchor, Chuck Scarborough.

Falcon Theatre Presents TEA AT FIVE, 10/22-11/14
by BWW News Desk - Oct 22, 2010


The Falcon Theatre presents the hit one-woman show TEA AT FIVE, written by Matthew Lombardo and directed by Jenny Sullivan, the second production in its 2010-2011 Subscription Season. This gracefully funny and heartwarming tale stars Stephanie Zimbalist (Remington Steele) as legendary actress Katharine Hepburn.

THE TEMPTATIONS Bring Their Velvet Sound and Smooth Steps to the Ohio Theatre
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 21, 2010


The Temptations, one of the most iconic bands in the history of American music, have become an institution noted for their precise choreography and blend of R&B vocal sensibilities.

Brooklyn Center Presents TOMMY TUNE 11/14
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 7, 2010


Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts at Brooklyn College launches its Headliners Series with Broadway legend TOMMY TUNE in Steps in Time: A Broadway Biography in Song and Dance on Sunday, November 14, 2010 at 3pm.

Falcon Theatre Presents TEA AT FIVE, 10/22-11/14
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 9, 2010


The Falcon Theatre presents the hit one-woman show TEA AT FIVE, written by Matthew Lombardo and directed by Jenny Sullivan, the second production in its 2010-2011 Subscription Season. This gracefully funny and heartwarming tale stars Stephanie Zimbalist (Remington Steele) as legendary actress Katharine Hepburn.

Joe's Pub Announces One Ring Zero CD Release, CMA Songwriter Series & More
by BWW News Desk - Sep 6, 2010


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. With its genre-blind booking and vast diversity of interests, the stage at Joe's Pub gives voice to a world of varied and stellar artists.

Peter Glebo Gallery Presents LONGNECKS, Runs 6/3 - 8/29
by BWW News Desk - Aug 29, 2010


Peter Glebo Gallery is pleased to present Longnecks, an exhibition of large-scale, acrylic-on-canvas portraits of giraffes by Broadway legend Tommy Tune. Opening on Thursday, June 3 and running through Sunday, August 29, the exhibition will serve as the new Chelsea gallery's inaugural exhibition. This exhibition is made possible, in part, by the generous support of Playbill.

Joe's Pub Announces One Ring Zero CD Release, CMA Songwriter Series & More
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 11, 2010


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. With its genre-blind booking and vast diversity of interests, the stage at Joe's Pub gives voice to a world of varied and stellar artists.

Hermione Norris and Robert Bathurst Join Cast of BLITHE SPIRIT, Opens 3/2
by Lauren Wolman - Jul 16, 2010


Theatre Royal Bath Productions presents Alison Steadman, Hermione Norris, and Robert Bathurst in BLITHE SPIRIT by Noel Coward. The show features direction by Thea Sharrock, design by Hildegard Bechtler, and lighting design by Mark Henderson.

Andy Richter and Conan O'Brien Writers Team Up for One-Hour TBS Special, Airs 6/27
by TV News Desk - Jun 27, 2010


TBS and Just For Laughs have announced the lineup and airdate for a new TBS special that will be taped during the second-annual edition of TBS PRESENTS A 'VERY FUNNY' FESTIVAL: JUST FOR LAUGHS this June in Chicago.

Andy Richter and Conan O'Brien Writers Team Up for One-Hour TBS Special
by BWW News Desk - Jun 17, 2010


TBS and Just For Laughs have announced the lineup and airdate for a new TBS special that will be taped during the second-annual edition of TBS PRESENTS A 'VERY FUNNY' FESTIVAL: JUST FOR LAUGHS this June in Chicago.

Peter Glebo Gallery Presents LONGNECKS, Runs 6/3 - 8/29
by BWW News Desk - Jun 3, 2010


Peter Glebo Gallery is pleased to present Longnecks, an exhibition of large-scale, acrylic-on-canvas portraits of giraffes by Broadway legend Tommy Tune. Opening on Thursday, June 3 and running through Sunday, August 29, the exhibition will serve as the new Chelsea gallery's inaugural exhibition. This exhibition is made possible, in part, by the generous support of Playbill.

Melody Gardot and The New York Pops to Launch SummerStage 2010 6/1
by BWW News Desk - Jun 1, 2010


The New York Pops kicks off the summer with celebrated American jazz singer Melody Gardot on the opening night of Central Park SummerStage. This FREE concert, conducted by New York Pops Music Director Steven Reineke, will open the summer-long festival on Tuesday, June 1 in Central Park's Rumsey Playfield.

My One and Only FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of My One and Only have there been?
My One and Only has had 6 productions including Broadway which opened in 1983, Broadway which opened in 1983, US Tour which opened in 1985, West End which opened in 2002, Los Angeles which opened in 2006 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2018.
What Tony Awards has My One and Only been nominated for?
Best Musical , , Best Book of a Musical for Peter Stone, Best Book of a Musical for Timothy S. MayerBest Costume Design for Rita Ryack and Best Direction of a Musical for Tommy Tune.
What awards has My One and Only been nominated for?
My One and Only has been nominated for several awards. These include Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for both Tommy Tune and Thommie Walsh. Additionally, Rita Ryack was nominated for Outstanding Costume Design at the Drama Desk Awards. The show was also nominated for Outstanding Musical and Outstanding Orchestrations at the Drama Desk Awards, with Michael Gibson being recognized for his work in the latter category.
What awards has My One and Only won?
My One and Only has won several awards. It received the Outstanding Choreography award at the Drama Desk Awards for both Tommy Tune and Thommie Walsh. The show also won the Outstanding Costume Design award at the Drama Desk Awards for Rita Ryack. In addition, My One and Only won the Outstanding Musical award at the Drama Desk Awards, as well as the Outstanding Orchestrations award for Michael Gibson.

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