Sunday in the Park with George 1983 - Articles Page 1.8

Ages: 12+
Opened: July 6, 1983
Closing: July 31, 1983

Sunday in the Park with George - 1983 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

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Suggested by the painting A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grand Jatte and the life of Georges Seurat.

Shimmering with love and light, this unique, inventive musical is one of the most acclaimed shows of our time. Inspired by the life and work of enigmatic 19th century impressionist painter Georges Seurat, this Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece explores the complexity of life and the art of understanding it. Stephen Sondheim’s soaring score and insightful lyrics intertwine with Seurat’s distinctive art to create a moving, poetic drama, dot by dot.

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Stephen Bogardus, Lana Gordon & More to Star in World Premiere Musical ON CEDAR STREET at Berkshire Theatre Group
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 19, 2023


Get ready for the world premiere musical 'ON CEDAR STREET' at Berkshire Theatre Group, starring Stephen Bogardus and Lana Gordon. Experience the magic and unforgettable performances in this spectacular new production. Don't miss out on this enchanting musical event!

Photos/Video: Go Inside Stephen Sondheim's $7M Manhattan Townhouse
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 11, 2023


Stephen Sondheim's Manhattan home is now for sale. The 7 bedroom, 3 bath townhouse in East Midtown has been listed by Michael J. Franco at Compass for $7M. 

Julie Benko, Daniel Reichard, and More to Play Birdland in July
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 1, 2023


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this July with a full slate of nightly performances! 

Previews: SUMMER CABARET SERIES Heats Up The Summer At Coachella Valley Repertory
by Kay Kudukis - Jun 29, 2023


COACHELLA VALLEY REPERTORY continues its 2023 SUMMER CABARET SERIES with more stellar entertainment.

THREE MEN IN A BOAT to Premiere at Guild Festival Theatre in July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 19, 2023


Guild Festival Theatre will present this uproarious adaptation of Jerome K. Jerome’s classic Victorian satire, Three Men in a Boat. Created by award-winning writer and director team Mark Brownell (Tapestry Opera, Pea Green Theatre) and Sue Miner (YPT, Canadian Stage, Factory Theatre).

Maggie Siff, Pico Alexander & More to Star in ORPHEUS DESCENDING at TFANA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 12, 2023


Theatre for a New Audience will present Tennessee Williams’ Orpheus Descending, July 9–August 6 at Polonsky Shakespeare Center. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets!

Who Will Win at the 2023 Tony Awards?
by Team BWW - Jun 9, 2023


Which Best Musical and Best Play nominees will take home the ultimate prize at the 2023 Tony Awards? We're breaking it down.

Silicon Valley Gay Men's Chorus to Present One-Night-Only Queer + 1983 Concert Party: FORTY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2023


Silicon Valley Gay Men's Chorus' Rubyversary concert, FORTY, will celebrate and highlight all things 1983-the year the choir was founded-at the Hammer Theatre Center in Downtown San Jose, California, for one night only, at 7:30 pm on Friday, June 16, 2023.

JIM HENSON'S EMMET OTTER'S JUG-BAND CHRISTMAS to Play Chicago This Holiday Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2023


A live theatrical adaptation of “Jim Henson’s Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas” is making its Chicago debut this holiday season at the Studebaker Theater at the historic Fine Arts Building.

Full Casts & Complete Lineup Set for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023


Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival has announced the complete principal casts, creative teams, and events planned for the previously announced summer season.

Video: Who Will Win the 2023 Pulitzer Prize for Drama? Watch Live at 3pm!
by Nicole Rosky - May 8, 2023


The Pulitzer Prize Board will present the 2023 award winners for Prizes in Journalism, Books, Drama and Music. Who will win this year? Tune in right here at 3pm to watch the announcement live!

Sanaz Toossi's ENGLISH Wins 2023 Pulitzer Prize for Drama
by Nicole Rosky - May 8, 2023


The Pulitzer Prize Board has just announced that English, by Sanaz Toossi has won the 2023 Pulitzer Prize for Drama. Other finalists included: On Sugarland by Aleshea Harris and The Far Country by Lloyd Suh.

Coachella Valley Repertory Announces 2023 Summer Cabaret Series
by Kay Kudukis - Apr 24, 2023


COACHELLA VALLEY REPERTORY announces its 2023 SUMMER CABARET SERIES, presented in CVRep's casual, intimate setting every Thursday evening from May 4 through August 24. Each performer is a captivating storyteller, using music, personal experiences, and passions to take audiences on memorable journeys.

PACIFIC OVERTURES, CLOSE UP - THE TWIGGY MUSICAL, and More Set For Menier Chocolate Factory 2023 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2023


With Marjorie Prime currently running at the company's home base in South London and Funny Girl on Broadway, the Menier Chocolate Factory announced forthcoming programming for 2023. Learn more about the lineup here!

James Monroe Iglehart-Directed SPELLING BEE And More Announced For TheatreWorks Silicon Valley 53rd Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2023


TheatreWorks Silicon Valley has announced its 53rd season to be presented October 2023 through June 2024.

Merle Dandridge, Michael Hayden, Jodi Long & More to Star in A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Pasadena Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 2, 2023


Pasadena Playhouse has announced the cast for the 50th anniversary production of A Little Night Music. See who is starring, and how to purchase tickets!

Review: SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE at Theater2020
by Kristen Morale - Feb 25, 2023


What did our critic think of SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE at Theater2020?

Bronx Opera Company to Present LADY IN THE DARK Beginning This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 21, 2023


The Bronx Opera Company will open its 56th season with the landmark musical LADY IN THE DARK, music by Kurt Weill, lyrics by Ira Gershwin, and book by Moss Hart.  Performances will be on Saturday & Sunday, January 28 & 29 Saturday & Sunday, February 4 & 5.

Atlantic Theater Extends CORNELIA STREET Starring George Abud, Norbert Leo Butz, Mary Beth Peil, and More
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 18, 2023


Atlantic Theater Company (Neil Pepe, Artistic Director; Jeffory Lawson, Managing Director) has announced an extension for the world premiere musical Cornelia Street. The production, which will begin performances this Friday, January 20th and open on Tuesday, February 14th, will now play through Sunday, March 5th, Off-Broadway at Atlantic Stage 2.

Graham Phillips & Krystina Alabado to Star in SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE at Pasadena Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2023


Pasadena Playhouse has announced the cast for Sunday in the Park with George, the first production of the theater’s six-month-long celebration of Stephen Sondheim. See performances dates and how to purchase tickets!

Alexandra Billings & Jane Kaczmarek to be Featured in INTO THE WOODS Presented by Pasadena Playhouse & P.U.S.D.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2023


In a landmark partnership, Pasadena Playhouse has been collaborating with all of the high schools of Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) over the past 6 months to realize the students’ vision of Into the Woods.

George Abud, Norbert Leo Butz, Mary Beth Peil & More to Star in CORNELIA STREET World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2022


Atlantic Theater Company has announced casting for the world premiere musical Cornelia Street, with a book by Tony Award winner Simon Stephens. Find out who is joining the cast, the performance schedule and how to get tickets.

Larry Owens' SONDHEIMIA, Bernadette Peters & More Announced for Pasadena Playhouse's Sondheim Celebration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 15, 2022


Pasadena Playhouse Producing Artistic Director Danny Feldman announced the latest news for the theater’s upcoming six-month-long celebration of the works and impact of Stephen Sondheim January 26 through June 11, 2023. 

A CHRISTMAS STORY THE MUSICAL Comes to the Encore Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2022


The Encore, Michigan’s award-winning, non-profit professional theatre company, is gearing up for the holidays with A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL.

See Nikki Renée Daniels, Matt Doyle, Jordan Donica & Melissa Errico in BROADWAY BLOCKBUSTERS at Carnegie Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2022


The New York Pops will be joined by guest artists Nikki Renée Daniels, Jordan Donica, Matt Doyle, and Melissa Errico, as well as Judith Clurman’s Essential Voices USA on Friday, November 18, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall for Broadway Blockbusters.

Sunday in the Park with George FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Sunday in the Park with George have there been?
Sunday in the Park with George has had 20 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1983, Off-Broadway which opened in 1983, Broadway which opened in 1984, Broadway which opened in 1984, Regional (US) which opened in 1986, West End which opened in 1990, Broadway which opened in 1994, Broadway which opened in 1994, Regional (US) which opened in 1997, Regional (US) which opened in 2002, Regional (US) which opened in 2004, London Fringe which opened in 2005, West End which opened in 2006, Los Angeles which opened in 2007, Broadway which opened in 2008, Broadway which opened in 2008, Arlington, VA (Regional) which opened in 2014, New York which opened in 2016, Broadway which opened in 2017 and London which opened in 2020.
What awards has Sunday in the Park with George been nominated for?
Sunday in the Park with George has been nominated for several awards. These include Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Richard Nelson, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Stephen Sondheim, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Stephen Sondheim, Outstanding Musical (Drama Desk Awards), Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Michael Starobin, Outstanding Set Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Brian Ferren, and Outstanding Set Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Tony Straiges.
What awards has Sunday in the Park with George won?
Sunday in the Park with George has won several awards, including Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Richard Nelson, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Stephen Sondheim, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Stephen Sondheim, Outstanding Musical (Drama Desk Awards), Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Michael Starobin, and Outstanding Set Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Brian Ferren and Tony Straiges.

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