The Scarlet Pimpernel 1998 - Articles Page 4

Ages: 12+
Opened: November 4, 1998
Closing: May 30, 1999

The Scarlet Pimpernel - 1998 - Broadway History , Info & More

Minskoff Theatre (Broadway)
200 W. 45th St. New York, NY 10036

Based on the novel by Baroness Orczy

An Englishman pretends to be a fop, as he heads a group of his countrymen to rescue French aristocrats from the guillotine.

The Scarlet Pimpernel - 1998 - Broadway Cast

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Pittsburgh CLO to Present Kopit & Yeston's PHANTOM, 6/21-30
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 13, 2013


Audiences will be mesmerized by the classic score in Kopit & Yeston's Phantom June 21- 30 at the Benedum Center. Phantom is back by popular demand and will feature an incredible cast comprised of Broadway stars and Pittsburgh CLO veterans.

Capathia Jenkins, Clint Holmes & More Set for FRANK & FRIENDS at Birdland, 5/20
by Nicole Rosky - May 16, 2013


The Broadway at Birdland partnership with multi-Grammy and Tony nominated composer Frank Wildhorn continues with another 'Frank & Friends' concert on Monday, May 20 at 7pm, featuring Broadway performer Capathia Jenkins and supperclub star Clint Holmes, with Wildhorn at the piano. Jason Howland will act as musical director.

Tickets Go On Sale for ENCORES! OFF-CENTER Series Today
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 15, 2013


Tickets go on sale today for New York City Center Encores! Off-Center, a new series featuring seminal Off-Broadway musicals filtered through the lens of today's most innovative artists, opening on July 10. In keeping with City Center's founding mission to make the arts accessible to all, the majority of tickets will be $25.

City Center to Launch ENCORES! OFF CENTER; Sutton Foster to Lead VIOLET, Kathleen Marshall to Direct GETTING MY ACT TOGETHER & More!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 4, 2013


New York City Center goes Off-Broadway this summer with the launch of Encores! Off-Center, a new series featuring seminal Off-Broadway musicals filtered through the lens of today's most innovative artists. In keeping with City Center's founding mission to make the arts accessible to all, the majority of tickets will be $25.

Paul Giamatti-Led HAMLET Begins at Yale Rep Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Mar 15, 2013


Yale Repertory Theatre presents Paul Giamatti in HAMLET by William Shakespeare, directed by James Bundy, at the University Theatre (222 York Street), tonight, March 15-April 13. Opening Night is Thursday, March 21, at 7:30PM.

Broadway's Linda Eder to Offer Private Voice Lessons
by BWW News Desk - Feb 16, 2013


Broadway star and recording artist Linda Eder is now offering private voice lessons.

Jane Monheit, Melissa van der Schyff and Tituss Burgess Join Frank Wildhorn for FRANK & FRIENDS at Birdland Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 4, 2013


The Broadway at Birdland partnership with multi-Grammy and Tony nominated composer Frank Wildhorn continues with another 'Frank & Friends' concert tonight, February 4 at 7pm. The series of very special one-night-only concerts celebrates the songs and favorite performers from the composer's wide range of work in popular, theatrical and classical music. All profits will go to The Actors Fund, anationwide human services organization that helps all professionals in the performing arts and entertainment.

Jane Monheit, Melissa van der Schyff and Tituss Burgess Join Frank Wildhorn for FRANK & FRIENDS at Birdland, 2/4
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 31, 2013


The Broadway at Birdland partnership with multi-Grammy and Tony nominated composer Frank Wildhorn continues with another "Frank & Friends" concert on Monday, February 4 at 7pm. The series of very special one-night-only concerts celebrates the songs and favorite performers from the composer's wide range of work in popular, theatrical and classical music. All profits will go to The Actors Fund, anationwide human services organization that helps all professionals in the performing arts and entertainment.

Full Cast Announced for Paul Giamatti-Led HAMLET at Yale Rep, 3/15-4/13
by BWW News Desk - Jan 24, 2013


Yale Repertory Theatre presents Paul Giamatti in HAMLET by William Shakespeare, directed by James Bundy, at the University Theatre (222 York Street), March 15-April 13. Opening Night is Thursday, March 21, at 7:30PM.

BWW Reviews: Utah Repertory Theater Company's SIDE SHOW is Engaging and Poignant
by Tyler Hinton - Jan 23, 2013


Side Show at the Echo Theatre in Provo is an engaging, poignant, and thought-provoking theatrical experience. The production is a fine debut for the newly christened Utah Repertory Theater Company (formerly the Utah Musical Theatre Company).

BWW Interviews: Playing Conjoined Twins in Utah Premiere of SIDE SHOW Challenging Yet Rewarding for Lead Actresses
by Blair Howell - Jan 7, 2013


The lead roles of conjoined twins Violet and Daisy Hilton in the musical 'Side Show' are certainly among the most challenging in Broadway history. Along with performing the rewarding score, the two actresses must simulate their unfortunate 'Siamese twins' connection without gimmicks, because the show includes dream sequences in which they separate. They are literally joined at the hip but must rely solely upon practice-makes-perfect closeness.

Photo Blast from the Past: Douglas Sills
by Walter McBride - Jan 4, 2013


Today, we're featuring Douglas Sills circa 1998. Sills made his Broadway debut in 1997's The Scarlet Pimpernel. Continuing the role in three other versions of the show, Sills received a Tony Award nomination. In 2004, Sills joined the Broadway-bound Chicago production of Monty Python's Spamalot. However, before the production began, Sills left on his own account due to reported 'major script changes.' In 2009, Sills starred opposite Kristin Chenoweth at the New York City Center production of Music in the Air.

BWW's Top Mesa Theatre Stories of 2012
by BWW Special Coverage - Dec 26, 2012


BroadwayWorld brings you the Best of Mesa in the year 2012. Check out the Top Theatre Stories from each month during in the year 2012. We look forward to another exciting year of theatre in 2013!

LaChanze and Ryan Silverman Join Frank Wildhorn for FRANK & FRIENDS at Birdland, 12/16 & 17
by BWW News Desk - Dec 16, 2012


Broadway at Birdland has announced the continuation of the partnership with multi-Grammy and Tony nominated composer Frank Wildhorn with two holiday-themed "Frank & Friends" concerts. These evenings will celebrate the holiday songs and favorite performers from the composer's wide range of work in popular, theatrical and classical music. All profits will go to The Actors Fund, a nationwide human services organization that helps all professionals in the performing arts and entertainment.

LaChanze and Ryan Silverman Join Frank Wildhorn for FRANK & FRIENDS at Birdland, 12/16 & 17
by Kelsey Denette - Nov 27, 2012


Broadway at Birdland has announced the continuation of the partnership with multi-Grammy and Tony nominated composer Frank Wildhorn with two holiday-themed "Frank & Friends" concerts. These evenings will celebrate the holiday songs and favorite performers from the composer's wide range of work in popular, theatrical and classical music. All profits will go to The Actors Fund, a nationwide human services organization that helps all professionals in the performing arts and entertainment.

BWW Interviews: THE ADDAMS FAMILY Star Douglas Sills on Reinventing Gomez and Percy
by Tyler Hinton - Nov 15, 2012


Tony-nominated Douglas Sills, the original Sir Percy Blakeney in The Scarlet Pimpernel on Broadway, is currently starring as Gomez in the national tour of The Addams Family at the Capitol Theatre. He was gracious enough to take the time to speak with BroadwayWorld about his experiences reinventing these roles for the rewritten versions of the two musicals.

Janet Dacal, Laura Osnes and More Set to Join Frank Wildhorn's FRANK & FRIENDS at Birdland, 12/17
by Kelsey Denette - Nov 15, 2012


Broadway at Birdland today announced the continuation of the partnership with multi-Grammy and Tony nominated composer Frank Wildhorn with two holiday-themed "Frank & Friends" concerts. These evenings will celebrate the holiday songs and favorite performers from the composer's wide range of work in popular, theatrical and classical music. All profits will go to The Actors Fund, a nationwide human services organization that helps all professionals in the performing arts and entertainment.

Jane Monheit and Clint Holmes Join Frank Wildhorn for FRANK & FRIENDS at Birdland Tonight, 10/15
by BWW News Desk - Oct 15, 2012


Tonight, October 15 at 7pm, Broadway at Birdland presents multi-Grammy and Tony nominated composer Frank Wildhorn in his monthly concert series called "Frank & Friends." Joining Frank onstage will be award-winning jazz vocalist Jane Monheit and renowned Las Vegas/Cafe Carlyle headliner Clint Holmes.

Jane Monheit and Clint Holmes Join Frank Wildhorn at Birdland, 10/15
by BWW News Desk - Oct 7, 2012


On Monday, October 15 at 7pm, Broadway at Birdland presents multi-Grammy and Tony nominated composer Frank Wildhorn in his monthly concert series called "Frank & Friends." Joining Frank onstage will be award-winning jazz vocalist Jane Monheit and renowned Las Vegas/Cafe Carlyle headliner Clint Holmes.

Jane Monheit and Clint Holmes Join Frank Wildhorn for FRANK & FRIENDS at Birdland, 10/15
by Kelsey Denette - Sep 6, 2012


On Monday, October 15 at 7pm, Broadway at Birdland is proud to present multi-Grammy and Tony nominated composer Frank Wildhorn in his monthly concert series called "Frank & Friends." Joining Frank onstage will be award-winning jazz vocalist Jane Monheit and renowned Las Vegas/Cafe Carlyle headliner Clint Holmes.

James Barbour, Karen Mason, and More Set for WILDHORN AND FRIENDS at Birdland, 9/17
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 15, 2012


On Monday, September 17, Broadway at Birdland is proud to present multi-Grammy and Tony nominated composer Frank Wildhorn in his monthly concert series called "Frank & Friends." Joining Frank onstage will be Janet Dacal (Wonderland, In The Heights), Karen Mason (upcoming Rebecca) and James Barbour (upcoming Rebecca).

Photo Flash: Laura Osnes, Constantine Maroulis and More Join Frank Wildhorn for FRANK & FRIENDS at Birdland
by Kelsey Denette - Aug 14, 2012


Yesterday, August 13, Broadway at Birdland presented multi-Grammy and Tony-nominated composer Frank Wildhorn in his monthly concert series called "Frank & Friends." Joining Frank onstage were Constantine Maroulis (upcoming star of Jekyll & Hyde), Laura Osnes (Tony nominee/Bonnie & Clyde and upcoming Cinderella), Melissa van Der Schyff (Bonnie & Clyde) and Stark Sands (upcoming Kinky Boots).

Constantine Maroulis, Laura Osnes and More Set for FRANK & FRIENDS at Birdland Tonight, 8/13
by BWW News Desk - Aug 13, 2012


Tonight, August 13, Broadway at Birdland presents multi-Grammy and Tony-nominated composer Frank Wildhorn in his monthly concert series called "Frank & Friends." Joining Frank onstage will be Constantine Maroulis (upcoming star of Jekyll & Hyde), Laura Osnes (Tony nominee/Bonnie & Clyde and upcoming Cinderella), Melissa van der Schyff (Bonnie & Clyde) and Stark Sands (upcoming Kinky Boots).

Constantine Maroulis, Laura Osnes and More Set for FRANK & FRIENDS at Birdland, 8/13
by BWW News Desk - Jul 20, 2012


On Monday, August 13, Broadway at Birdland presents multi-Grammy and Tony-nominated composer Frank Wildhorn in his monthly concert series called "Frank & Friends." Joining Frank onstage will be Constantine Maroulis (upcoming star of Jekyll & Hyde), Laura Osnes (Tony nominee/Bonnie & Clyde and upcoming Cinderella), Melissa van der Schyff (Bonnie & Clyde) and Stark Sands (upcoming Kinky Boots).

Broadway Records to Record New Concept Album of JEKYLL & HYDE; BWW to Host Liner Notes Essay Contest!
by BWW News Desk - Jul 17, 2012


BroadwayWorld.com and Broadway Records are co-sponsoring a liner notes essay contest for the new Jekyll & Hyde studio concept recording. Fans will have the opportunity to submit a 250 to 500 word essay for consideration. Five finalists will be chosen by the staff of BroadwayWorld.com in consultation with Broadway Records. Frank Wildhorn, Constantine Maroulis and Broadway Records will select the Grand Prize Winner who will have his or her liner notes essay will be included in the upcoming recording.

The Scarlet Pimpernel FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Scarlet Pimpernel have there been?
The Scarlet Pimpernel has had 5 productions including Broadway which opened in 1997, Broadway which opened in 1997, Broadway which opened in 1998, Broadway which opened in 1999 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2019.
What Tony Awards has The Scarlet Pimpernel been nominated for?
The Scarlet Pimpernel has been nominated for several Tony Awards. It was nominated for Best Musical.
What awards has The Scarlet Pimpernel been nominated for?
The Scarlet Pimpernel has been nominated for several awards. These include Outstanding Lyrics at the Drama Desk Awards for Frank Wildhorn, Best Broadway Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, Best Costume Design at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Jane Greenwood, Best Lighting Design at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Natasha Katz, and Performance at the Theatre World Awards for Douglas Sills.
What awards has The Scarlet Pimpernel won?
The Scarlet Pimpernel has won several awards, including Outstanding Lyrics at the Drama Desk Awards for Frank Wildhorn. It also won Best Broadway Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. Jane Greenwood received the award for Best Costume Design, and Natasha Katz won for Best Lighting Design at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. Douglas Sills received the Performance award at the Theatre World Awards.

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