Smokey Joe's Cafe 1995 - Articles Page 7

Ages: 6+
Opened: March 2, 1995
Closing: January 16, 2000

Smokey Joe's Cafe - 1995 - Broadway History , Info & More

Virginia Theatre
245 W. 52nd St. New York, NY 10019

Smokey Joe's Café is the hottest joint in town. This Tony Award-winning tribute to legendary songwriters Leiber and Stoller is a fast-paced nostalgic trip through 39 of rock-and-roll's greatest hits from "Stand by Me" and "Fools Fall in Love" to "Spanish Harlem" and "Yakety Yak." Award-winning Director Robert Barry Fleming returns to Center REP where he previously helmed such REP hits as Ain't Misbehavin', All Shook Up, and She Loves Me.

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Skylight Opera Presents RENT May 21-June 20
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2010


The Pulitizer and Tony Award winnning rock opera RENT comes to the Broadway Theatre Center May 21 through June 20 as part of the Sylight Opera Series. Ticket prices range from $62 to $20 and are available at the Box Office, 414-291-7800 or www.skylightopera.com.

Skylight Opera Presents RENT May 21-June 20
by Elisabeth Nebeker - Apr 23, 2010


The Pulitizer and Tony Award winnning rock opera RENT comes to the Broadway Theatre Center May 21 through June 20 as part of the Sylight Opera Series. Ticket prices range from $62 to $20 and are available at the Box Office, 414-291-7800 or www.skylightopera.com.

Kohl, Marcus et al. Join Patinkin, Baldwin, Opel in PARADISE FOUND; Rehearsals Start 5th April; Opens 19th May
by Jessica Lewis - Apr 5, 2010


Rehearsals begin today, Monday, April 5 for the World Premiere production of PARADISE FOUND, a new musical under the combined direction of Theater legend and 21-time Tony Award winner Harold Prince (the original productions of Cabaret, Sweeney Todd, A Little Night Music, The Phantom of the Opera, Company, Follies, Evita) and 5-time Tony Award winner Susan Stroman (Crazy For You, Show Boat, The Producers, Contact). This is their first collaboration since the landmark, Tony Award-winning revival of Show Boat. Following the New York rehearsal period, the production will open at London's acclaimed Menier Chocolate Factory with performances running May 19 through June 26.

Center Theatre Group Closes the Curtain on DREAMGIRLS at the Ahmanson Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Apr 4, 2010


Center Theatre Group will end its run of Dreamgirls, Music by Henry Krieger, Lyrics and Book by Tom Eyen, Directed and Choreographed by Robert Longbottom, and Co-Choreography by Shane Sparks on April 4, 2010.

Center Theatre Group Opens DREAMGIRLS at the Ahmanson Theatre, 2/26
by BWW News Desk - Feb 26, 2010


Center Theatre Group will present Dreamgirls, Music by Henry Krieger, Lyrics and Book by Tom Eyen, Directed and Choreographed by Robert Longbottom, and Co-Choreography by Shane Sparks. Dreamgirls will preview at the Ahmanson Theatre on February 25th, and opens on February 26th through April 4, 2010.

Center Theatre Group Presents DREAMGIRLS at the Ahmanson Theatre, 2/25-4/4
by BWW News Desk - Feb 25, 2010


Center Theatre Group will present Dreamgirls, Music by Henry Krieger, Lyrics and Book by Tom Eyen, Directed and Choreographed by Robert Longbottom, and Co-Choreography by Shane Sparks. Dreamgirls will preview at the Ahmanson Theatre on February 25th, and opens on February 26th through April 4, 2010.

James Barbour's Holiday Concert Welcomes Guest Star Stacy Francis 12/12
by Eddie Varley - Nov 30, 2009


Saturday Night December 12th in New York will feature stage veteran, recording artist and concert Diva, Stacy Francis.

GYPSY OF THE MONTH: Devin Richards of 'Finian's Rainbow'
by Adrienne Onofri - Dec 1, 2009


As friend and costar Audra McDonald has said, Devin's booming bass voice has anchored many B'way ensembles--11 of them, to be precise.

Center Theatre Group Presents DREAMGIRLS at the Ahmanson Theatre, 2/25-4/4
by BWW News Desk - Nov 4, 2009


Center Theatre Group will present Dreamgirls, Music by Henry Krieger, Lyrics and Book by Tom Eyen, Directed and Choreographed by Robert Longbottom, and Co-Choreography by Shane Sparks. Dreamgirls will preview at the Ahmanson Theatre on February 25th, and opens on February 26th through April 4, 2010.

Magic Circle Holds Auditions For SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE 10/19, 10/20
by BWW News Desk - Oct 20, 2009


'Smokey Joe's Cafe' Words and Music by Jerry Lieber and Mike Stoller Directed and Choreographed by Stephen Hatcher; Musical Direction by Eric Bellah

Magic Circle Holds Auditions For SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE 10/19, 10/20
by BWW News Desk - Oct 19, 2009


'Smokey Joe's Cafe' Words and Music by Jerry Lieber and Mike Stoller Directed and Choreographed by Stephen Hatcher; Musical Direction by Eric Bellah

Magic Circle Holds Auditions For SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE 10/19, 10/20
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 15, 2009


'Smokey Joe's Cafe' Words and Music by Jerry Lieber and Mike Stoller Directed and Choreographed by Stephen Hatcher; Musical Direction by Eric Bellah

Full Casting Announced For Roundabout's BYE BYE BIRDIE, Starring Stamos And Gershon, Previews 9/10, Opens 10/15
by BWW News Desk - Oct 15, 2009


Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) presents the first new Broadway production of Bye Bye Birdie, after a 48 year absence, as the inaugural production of the new Henry Miller's Theatre (124 West 43rd Street) beginning Thursday, September 10th, 2009 with an official opening on Thursday, October 15th, 2009. This will be a limited engagement through January 10th, 2010.

Roundabout's Stamos and Gershon Led BYE BYE BIRDIE Announces Full Casting
by BWW News Desk - Oct 10, 2009


After a 48 year absence, Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) presents the first new Broadway production of Bye Bye Birdie as the inaugural production of the new Henry Miller's Theatre (124 West 43rd Street) beginning Thursday, September 10th, 2009 with an official opening on Thursday, October 15th, 2009. This will be a limited engagement through January 10th, 2010.

SARTA Announces Auditions for Fall/Winter Seasons
by Melissa Beck - Oct 8, 2009


SARTA, The Sacremento Area Regional Theatre Alliance, announces both general and show-specific auditions for the Sacremento Area.

Emergency Casting Announcemets And Auditions Among SARTA's Events
by Reynard Loki - Sep 24, 2009


The following are SARTA's announcements and upcoming events.

Roundabout's BYE BYE BIRDIE Starts Full Rehearsals 7/28, Previews Begin 9/10
by BWW News Desk - Sep 10, 2009


After a 48 year absence, Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) presents the first new Broadway production of Bye Bye Birdie as the inaugural production of the new Henry Miller's Theatre (124 West 43rd Street) beginning Thursday, September 10th, 2009 with an official opening on Thursday, October 15th, 2009. This will be a limited engagement through January 10th, 2010.

Brenda Braxton Gives Encore Performance At EROTIC BROADWAY At The Triad 8/17
by BWW News Desk - Aug 17, 2009


Timothy Childs and Anthony Francavilla are pleased to announce the August 17th performance of Erotic Broadway at The Triad, Off Broadway's sexiest, new late-night Monday series. After a sold out, enthusiastically received August 10th performance, Braxton will give a special encore performance on August 17th.

Brenda Braxton to Guest at Erotic Broadway August 17
by BWW News Desk - Aug 17, 2009


Timothy Childs and Anthony Francavilla are pleased to announce the August 10th & August 17th performances of Erotic Broadway at The Triad, Off Broadway's sexiest, new late-night Monday series.

Brenda Braxton Gives Encore Performance At EROTIC BROADWAY At The Triad 8/17
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 12, 2009


Timothy Childs and Anthony Francavilla are pleased to announce the August 17th performance of Erotic Broadway at The Triad, Off Broadway's sexiest, new late-night Monday series. After a sold out, enthusiastically received August 10th performance, Braxton will give a special encore performance on August 17th.

Photo Flash: Erotic Broadway At The Triad
by Ali Leskowitz - Aug 11, 2009


Timothy Childs and Anthony Francavilla present the August 10th performance of Erotic Broadway at The Triad, Off Broadway's sexiest, new late-night Monday series. There will be another performance on August 17.

Brenda Braxton to Guest at Erotic Broadway August 10 and 17
by BWW News Desk - Aug 10, 2009


Timothy Childs and Anthony Francavilla are pleased to announce the August 10th & August 17th performances of Erotic Broadway at The Triad, Off Broadway?s sexiest, new late-night Monday series.

Brenda Braxton to Guest at Erotic Broadway August 10 and 17
by Robert Diamond - Aug 5, 2009


Timothy Childs and Anthony Francavilla are pleased to announce the August 10th & August 17th performances of Erotic Broadway at The Triad, Off Broadway?s sexiest, new late-night Monday series.

Full Casting Announced For Roundabout's BYE BYE BIRDIE, Starring Stamos And Gershon, Previews 9/10, Opens 10/15
by Charlie Piane - Jul 31, 2009


Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) presents the first new Broadway production of Bye Bye Birdie, after a 48 year absence, as the inaugural production of the new Henry Miller's Theatre (124 West 43rd Street) beginning Thursday, September 10th, 2009 with an official opening on Thursday, October 15th, 2009. This will be a limited engagement through January 10th, 2010.

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Smokey Joe's Cafe - 1995 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1995 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Broadway Musical 0
1995 Tony Awards Best Choreography Joey McKneely
1995 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Jerry Zaks
1995 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design Frederic H. Mayerson
1995 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre/Gordon Davidson
1995 Tony Awards Best Musical Richard Frankel
1995 Tony Awards Best Musical Thomas Viertel
1995 Tony Awards Best Musical Steven Baruch
1995 Tony Awards Best Musical Jujamcyn Theaters
1995 Tony Awards Best Musical Jack Viertel
1995 Tony Awards Best Musical Rick Steiner
1995 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Victor Trent Cook
1995 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Brenda Braxton
1995 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical B.J. Crosby
1995 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical DeLee Lively

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