The Rink 1984 - Articles Page 9

Opened: February 9, 1984
Closing: August 04, 1984

The Rink - 1984 - Broadway History , Info & More

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The Rink played at the Martin Beck Theatre (now the Al Hirschfeld Theatre), where it ran for 204 performances. With a book by Terrence McNally, lyrics by Fred Ebb, and music by John Kander, the musical focuses on Anna, the owner of a dilapidated roller skating rink on the boardwalk of a decaying seaside resort, who has decided to sell it to developers. Complicating her plans are her prodigal daughter Angel, who returns to town seeking to reconnect with the people and places she long ago left behind. Through a series of flashbacks, revelations, and minimal forward-moving plot development, the two deal with their pasts in their attempt to reconcile and move on with their lives. The original production starred both Chita Rivera and Liza Minnelli.

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Special Coverage! Jerry Herman Previews His New Documentary
by Adrienne Onofri - Jun 20, 2007


Jerry Herman, Barbara Cook and Angela Lansbury watch the made-for-PBS doc 'Words and Music by Jerry Herman' with museum members in NYC.

Grey, Henshall, Crivello, Etc. Set for 5/6 London Benefit
by BWW News Desk - Feb 10, 2007


For the first time Tony and Academy Award Winner and Broadway legend Joel Grey will be headlining at The Night of 1000 Voices. He will be joined by the current Phantom in Las Vegas, Anthony Crivello, Tony Award Winner for his performance in Kiss of The Spiderwoman, Ruthie Henshall and members of the Cast of Avenue Q and special guests. This exciting and exclusive performance will introduced by I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here Queen, Myleene Klass and will be for the benefit of The National Artistic Society.

Mandy Patinkin to Perform at the Merriam Theater in Philly
by BWW News Desk - Dec 12, 2006


One of Broadway's master songmen, Mandy Patinkin, accompanied by Paul Ford on piano, will bring his critically acclaimed theatre concert to the Merriam Theater in Philadelphia for two performances only on Friday, January 5 and Saturday, January 6 at 8 p.m. as a season special on the Broadway Across America - Philadelphia 06-07 Season.

Chita Rivera: The Dance's Life Cancels Sunday Matinee Due to Snow
by BWW News Desk - Feb 12, 2006


Telecharge.com has posted an alert that today's matinee performance of Chita Rivera: The Dancer's Life has been cancelled today due to the snow.

The Boys of The Dancer's Life Splash Up a Skit and Raffle, Feb. 6
by BWW News Desk - Feb 6, 2006


On February 6th, the male ensemble of Chita Rivera: The Dancer's Life will perform a skit at Splash; there will also be a raffle

'America' to Be Added to Chita Rivera: The Dancer's Life This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Jan 11, 2006


Chita Rivera: The Dancer's Life will feature the addition of 'America' from West Side Story beginning this weekend

Chita Rivera: The Dancer's Life May Set Off on 2007 Tour
by BWW News Desk - Dec 16, 2005


Chita Rivera: The Dancer's Life may be embarking on a national tour in 2007

Rivera will Play Seven Performances a Week in The Dancer's Life
by BWW News Desk - Oct 26, 2005


Broadway legend Chita Rivera will Play Seven Performances a Week in The Dancer's Life, which begins Broadway previews on November 23rd and opens on December 11th

Chita Rivera: The Dancer's Life Extends Again, Through Nov. 6
by BWW News Desk - Oct 7, 2005


Chita Rivera: The Dancer's Life will extend yet another week at San Diego's Old Globe Theatre; it will now stay through November 6th

Chita Rivera: The Dancer's Life Extends at Old Globe Theatre to Oct. 30
by BWW News Desk - Oct 3, 2005


Chita Rivera: The Dancer's Life has extended its run at San Diego's Old Globe Theatre and will now end its limited engagement there on October 30th

Chita Rivera: The Dancer's Life to Open December 11 at the Shoenfeld Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Aug 18, 2005


The upcoming show will begin previews on November 23rd, and will open on Broadway on December 11th.

Chita Rivera: The Dancer's Life is Now Fully Cast
by BWW News Desk - Aug 12, 2005


Full casting is now complete for Chita Rivera: The Dancer's Life, which will play San Diego this fall before opening on Broadway in December

Chita Rivera: The Dancer's Life to Open in December
by BWW News Desk - Jul 13, 2005


Chita Rivera: The Dancer's Life, the Broadway legend's retrospective of her performing career, is set to begin previews in November for a Decemeber opening at an unannounced Shuberts-owned theatre

Submissions Begin 5/2 for the $50,000 Fred Ebb Award
by BWW News Desk - Apr 29, 2005


The Fred Ebb Award will recognize excellence in musical theatre songwriting, by a lyricist, composer, or songwriting team that has not yet achieved significant commercial success. The award is meant to encourage and support aspiring songwriters to create new works for the musical theatre. The prize includes a $50,000 award.

Announcing the Fred Ebb Award for Songwriting
by BWW News Desk - Apr 7, 2005


The Fred Ebb Foundation (Mitchell Bernard, Trustee) in association with the Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) are pleased to announce the inauguration of the Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters. The award is named in honor of the late award-winning lyricist Fred Ebb.

Tony-Winner Fred Ebb Passes Away at 72
by BWW News Desk - Sep 12, 2004


Fred Ebb, passed away on September 11, 2004 at the age of 72 from a heart attack. Funeral services are expected to be held on Tuesday.

The Rink FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Rink have there been?
The Rink has had 5 productions including Broadway which opened in 1984, Broadway which opened in 1984, West End which opened in 1988, which opened in 2006 and West End which opened in 2018.
What Tony Awards has The Rink been nominated for?
Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for John KanderBest Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Fred Ebb and Best Scenic Design for Peter Larkin.
What awards has The Rink been nominated for?
The Rink has been nominated for several awards. These include Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for A.J. Antoon, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Marc Weiss, Outstanding Musical (Drama Desk Awards), and Outstanding Set Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Peter Larkin.

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