Saturday Night 2000 - Articles Page 3.4

Opened: February 17, 2000
Closing: March 26, 2000

Saturday Night - 2000 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Second Stage Theatre
307 West 43rd Street (at 8th Avenue) New York, NY

Based on the play Front Porch in Flatbush by Julius J. Epstein and Philip G. Epstein

Sondheim. Signature’s Signature. Stephen Sondheim’s hidden gem Saturday Night (1953) is a Signature special concert event that will play for four performances only. Unproduced for almost 45 years, Saturday Night is the first musical Mr. Sondheim ever wrote. This romantic comedy surges with the composer’s unique musical voice and sophisticated lyrics. On the eve of the 1929 stock market crash, a group of Brooklyn boys despair their dateless Saturday nights. One of them dreams of Manhattan society life and hatches a get rich quick scheme which ultimately backfires. Features gems such as “Saturday Night,” “So Many People” and “What More Do I Need?”

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Saturday Night - 2000 - Off-Broadway Articles Page 3.4

Kennedy Kanagawa Announces Engagement to David Gow
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 2, 2024


Kennedy Kanagawa, who most recently starred Milky White in Into the Woods on Broadway, is engaged!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 28th, 2023
by - Dec 28, 2023


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 28, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Video: Lin-Manuel Miranda Shares Emotional Look At Son's MOANA Performance
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 22, 2023


Tony Award-winner Lin-Manuel Miranda gave us an emotional peek into the life of a living Disney legend when he shared his reaction to his son's school performing one of his most iconic anthems.

Time Warp Unveils Biggest Lineup Yet For Their 30th Anniversary In April 2024
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 20, 2023


Time Warp celebrates 30 years with their biggest lineup yet for their 30th Anniversary in April 2024. Don't miss this epic music festival in Mannheim!

Review: NUTCRACKER at San Francisco Ballet Casts an Enchanting Spell for the Holidays
by Jim Munson - Dec 18, 2023


What did our critic think of NUTCRACKER at San Francisco Ballet? BroadwayWorld reviews San Francisco Ballet's magical production of the Tchaikovsky perennial running through December 30th at the War Memorial Opera House

August Wilson's HOW I LEARNED WHAT I LEARNED is Coming to TheatreWorks Silicon Valley
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2023


THEATREWORKS SILICON VALLEY presents August Wilson's 'How I Learned What I Learned,' a powerful one-man show about the life of the acclaimed playwright. Don't miss this heartfelt portrayal of a theatrical trailblazer.

Full Cast Revealed for RSC's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Dec 6, 2023


The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced casting for its forthcoming production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream which runs in the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon between Tuesday 30 January and Saturday 30 March 2024.  

Alonzo King LINES Ballet to be Presented in ARTWorks at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2023


Segerstrom Center for the Arts will present Alonzo King LINES Ballet in ARTWorks, an evening featuring captivating moments from its diverse repertoire, highlighting the breadth and depth of choreographer Alonzo King's vision. 

Marisha Wallace, Toby Gad & More to Perform in NUTCRACKER NIGHTS at The Tuff Nutt Jazz Club
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2023


Experience exclusive live music sessions at The Tuff Nutt Jazz Club after performances of Nutcracker at Southbank Centre. Featuring Emma Rawicz, David Preston, Gabrielle Brooks, and more. Don't miss this unforgettable encore to the critically acclaimed Nutcracker. Tickets on sale now.

Misha Penton Releases 'Earthshine,' A Haunting Tribute To The Winter Solstice
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2023


Misha Penton releases 'Earthshine,' a captivating musical tribute to the winter solstice, offering a unique perspective on this introspective time of year. Don't miss this masterpiece that invites audiences to delve into the hidden beauty of the world around us.

Cast Announced for BILLY ELLIOT: THE MUSICAL at Aurora's Paramount Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 3, 2023


Paramount Theatre rings in 2024 with an inspired new production of this popular coming-of-age tale, set to the music of Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall, directed by Trent Stork. Performances are February 7-March 24, 2024. Opening Night is Friday, February 16 at 8 p.m. Learn more about the cast here!

Broadway Star Shoshana Bean To Give Benefit Concert At Young Actors Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 30, 2023


Broadway star Shoshana Bean will give a benefit concert at Young Actors Theatre in Tallahassee, FL on January 20th.

Godsmack Brings Their Stripped �" Down 'Vibez Tour' to NJPAC in 2024
by Michael Major - Nov 29, 2023


The multi-platinum Grammy-nominated hard rock band Godsmack will be hitting the road in 2024 — but doing things a little differently than their usual pyrotechnic arena show they will be stripping things down as their 'acoustic and electric performances and untold stories as their Vibez Tour in 2024.

ADAM CAROLLA IS UNPREPARED Will Be Performed in Two Venues This January
by Stephi Wild - Nov 29, 2023


Comedy Works Entertainment welcomes ADAM CAROLLA IS UNPREPARED for two nights.  

ABCD (AMERICAN BORN CONFUSED DESI) Extends for 3 More Performances
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 26, 2023


ABCD (American Born Confused Desi) extends its run for three additional performances on December 1 and December 2.

Legendary Children's Television Producer Marty Krofft Has Passed Away
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 26, 2023


Marty Krofft, the King of Saturday Mornings, has passed away at the age of 86. Alongside his brother Sid, he created iconic children's TV shows and primetime hits that entertained multiple generations. His legacy will live on through the recently announced 'World of Sid & Marty Krofft Channel.'

Photo: Ariana Grande & McKenzie Kurtz Attend SPAMALOT on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 21, 2023


Broadway's current Glinda, McKenzie Kurtz, and the Wicked film's Glinda, Ariana Grande, visited Broadway last night! The pair had a 'Glindas' night out' at Spamalot on Broadway. 

Video: Watch the Cast of SPAMALOT Perform at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 24, 2023


The cast of Spamalot headed to 34th Street to perform a special number as a part of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Watch their performance of 'Knights of the Round Table' and 'Always Look on the Bright Side of Life '!

Cast and Creative Team Announced for ABCD (AMERICAN BORN CONFUSED DESI) at Greenway Arts Alliance
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 19, 2023


Greenway Arts Alliance announces the cast and creative team for 'ABCD (American Born Confused Desi)' written by Lily Abha Cratsley and directed by J. Mehr Kaur. The production runs from November 11-19, 2023 at Greenway Court Theatre in Los Angeles.

The Polyphonic Spree Release Eighth Studio Album, 'SALVAGE ENTERPRISE'
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 18, 2023


The Polyphonic Spree have released their highly anticipated, eighth studio album, 'Salvage Enterprise,' The album features nine original compositions and is described as the band's most vulnerable work to date. The band has also announced upcoming live shows and a free pop-up listening experience in Dallas.

Video: Watch the 35 Best Broadway Performances from the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
by Sidney Paterra - Nov 22, 2023


The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, one of the nation's most cherished holiday traditions is also responsible for helping to bring some of our favorite Broadway shows and performances to the small screen. Our team has rounded up 35 of the very best performances from Broadway in year's past.

Universal to Offer TROLLS BAND TOGETHER Concert Experience Screenings
by Michael Major - Nov 14, 2023


Audiences will be provided with pixmob wristbands that light up and change color, synced to select musical performances in the film. The film features Anna Kendrick, Justin Timberlake, Camila Cabello, Eric André, Amy Schumer, Andrew Rannells, Troye Sivan, Daveed Diggs, Kid Cudi, Zosia Mamet, Zooey Deschanel, RuPaul Charles, and more.

Sally Mayes to Perform NOW AND THEN: THE TEASER at The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 8, 2023


York Times – will present Tony Award-nominated Broadway favorite Sally Mayes in the opening show of her new concert series, “Now and Then: The Teaser,” on Saturday, December 2 at 9:30 PM.

Single Tickets On Sale This Week For SWEAT and THREE MOTHERS at Capital Repertory Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2023


Single tickets for “Sweat” by Lynn Nottage and the world premiere of “Three Mothers” by Ajene D. Washington will be on sale for theREP Thursday, Nov. 9.

'Mambo Diablo: Honoring Tito Puente' Comes to Hostos Center For The Arts And Culture
by Stephi Wild - Nov 6, 2023


The Hostos Center for the Arts & Culture, in association with Joe Conzo, Sr., will present a night of Latin music brilliance - 'Mambo Diablo: Honoring Tito Puente,' on Saturday, November 11, 2023, at 8:00 p.m. (EST).

Other Productions of Saturday Night

1997   London Fringe World Premiere
London Fringe
1999   Regional (US) US Premiere
Regional (US)
2000   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Production
Off-Broadway

Saturday Night - 2000 Off-Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2000 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical Christopher Fitzgerald
2000 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lyric Stephen Sondheim
2000 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music Stephen Sondheim
2000 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding New Musical Saturday Night
2000 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestrations Jonathan Tunick

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