Titanic 1997 - Articles Page 8

Ages: 12+
Opened: April 23, 1997
Closing: March 21, 1999

Titanic - 1997 - Broadway History , Info & More

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Produced on the 100th anniversary of the quintessential tragedy, Titanic - the Musical is the factual story of that ship — of her officers, crew and passengers — whose fates were sealed on that tragic night in April 1912. The winner of 5 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, this incredibly moving show will leave you breathless.

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'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for October 29th, 2014
by Paul W. Thompson - Oct 29, 2014


The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. Major productions of 'The King And I' and 'Camelot,' two versions of 'Titanic,' season announcements from Light Opera Works and The Music Theatre Company, JRB in Skokie, three G&S shows in rep, the new musicals 'Frederick' and 'The Guide To Being Single,' and more!

TITANIC Will Be Northwestern's 73rd Annual Dolphin Show; Runs Jan 23-30
by BWW News Desk - Oct 28, 2014


The Dolphin Show, America's largest student-produced musical, announces TITANIC as the 73rd Annual Dolphin Show. TITANIC is to be directed by Communication senior Brendan Flynn and produced by Communication senior Jack Eidson and School of Education and Social Policy senior Izzy Garcia, with support from a cast and team of over 150 Northwestern University students. TITANIC will run for five performances from January 23rd through January 30th in Cahn Auditorium, with tickets going on sale to the general public December 1st.

Photo Flash: First Look at Griffin Theatre's TITANIC, Now Playing Through 12/7
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 27, 2014


Griffin Theatre Company launches its 2014-15 season with a new, intimate version of the Tony Award-winning Best Musical TITANIC, with music and lyrics by Maury Yeston (Nine, Phantom), book by Peter Stone (Woman of the Year, 1776), new orchestrations by Ian Weinberger, directed by Scott Weinstein (Griffin Theatre's Spelling Bee, Chicago Shakespeare Theater's Seussical) and music direction by Elizabeth Doran (Timeline's Juno). TITANIC will play through December 7, 2014 at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago. Tickets are available at www.theaterwit.org, in person at the Theater Wit Box Office or by calling (773) 975-8150.

Griffin Theatre's TITANIC Plays Theater Wit, Now thru 12/7
by BWW News Desk - Oct 18, 2014


Griffin Theatre Company will launch its 2014-15 season with a new, intimate version of the Tony Award-winning Best Musical TITANIC, with music and lyrics by Maury Yeston (Nine, Phantom), book by Peter Stone (Woman of the Year, 1776), new orchestrations by Ian Weinberger, directed by Scott Weinstein (Griffin Theatre's Spelling Bee, Chicago Shakespeare Theater's Seussical) and music direction by Elizabeth Doran (Timeline's Juno). TITANIC will play today, October 18 - December 7, 2014 at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago. Tickets are available at www.theaterwit.org, in person at the Theater Wit Box Office or by calling (773) 975-8150. The press opening is Sunday, October 26 at 7 pm.

Charlie Pollock and Mary Kate Morrissey Star in Signature Theatre's ELMER GANTRY, Beginning Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Oct 7, 2014


Signature Theatre presents Elmer Gantry, a musical version of Sinclair Lewis' best-selling novel, directed by Signature's Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer (Broadway's Follies, Million Dollar Quartet). Schaeffer collaborated on the last production of Elmer Gantry at Marriott's Lincolnshire Theatre in Chicago with authors John Bishop (book), Mel Marvin (music) and Bob Satuloff (lyrics) in 1998; the show has not been produced since then. This will be the 5th production in the show's history. Running in the MAX Theatre today, October 7 - November 9, Signature's production will include several brand new songs by Mel Marvin and Bob Satuloff and a reimagined script that John Bishop worked on until his death in 2006.

Leonardo DiCaprio Backs Out of Steve Jobs Biopic
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 2, 2014


Ben Affleck, Christian Bale, Bradley Cooper, and Matt Damon are reportedly on Sony's wish list.

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for October 1st, 2014
by Paul W. Thompson - Oct 1, 2014


The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. It's Super October! Local productions of 'Sweeney Todd,' 'Titanic,' 'Parade' and 'The Wild Party' have folks excited! 'At Last' and 'Cole Porter's Greatest Hits' honor past artists, the Savoyaires mount 'The Grand Duke,' and Des Plaines goes 'Legally Blonde.' Colleges produce 'Into The Woods' and 'In The Heights, 'Amazing Grace' arrives downtown and more!

Disney's THE LION KING Becomes Top Box Office Title in All Mediums
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 22, 2014


Disney's THE LION KING stage musical has now achieved the most successful box office earnings of any work in any media in entertainment history.

Griffin Theatre's TITANIC to Play Theater Wit, 10/18-12/7
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 18, 2014


Griffin Theatre Company will launch its 2014-15 season with a new, intimate version of the Tony Award-winning Best Musical TITANIC, with music and lyrics by Maury Yeston (Nine, Phantom), book by Peter Stone (Woman of the Year, 1776), new orchestrations by Ian Weinberger, directed by Scott Weinstein (Griffin Theatre's Spelling Bee, Chicago Shakespeare Theater's Seussical) and music direction by Elizabeth Doran (Timeline's Juno). TITANIC will play October 18 - December 7, 2014 at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago. Tickets are available at www.theaterwit.org, in person at the Theater Wit Box Office or by calling (773) 975-8150. The press opening is Sunday, October 26 at 7 pm.

Charlie Pollock and Mary Kate Morrissey to Star in Signature Theatre's ELMER GANTRY This Fall
by BWW News Desk - Sep 11, 2014


Signature Theatre has announced the cast of Elmer Gantry, a musical version of Sinclair Lewis' best-selling novel, directed by Signature's Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer (Broadway's Follies, Million Dollar Quartet). Schaeffer collaborated on the last production of Elmer Gantry at Marriott's Lincolnshire Theatre in Chicago with authors John Bishop (book), Mel Marvin (music) and Bob Satuloff (lyrics) in 1998; the show has not been produced since then. This will be the 5th production in the show's history. Running in the MAX Theatre October 7 - November 9, Signature's production will include several brand new songs by Mel Marvin and Bob Satuloff and a reimagined script that John Bishop worked on until his death in 2006.

Robert De Niro, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Brad Pitt to Star in Short Film?
by Sally Henry Fuller - Sep 1, 2014


Robert De Niro, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Brad Pitt have been filming a Martin Scorsese-directed short film in New York City.

Griffin Theatre's TITANIC to Play Theater Wit this Fall; Complete Cast Announced
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 22, 2014


Griffin Theatre Company is pleased to announce casting for its 2014-15 season opener - a new, intimate version of the Tony Award-winning Best Musical TITANIC, with music and lyrics by Maury Yeston (Nine, Phantom), book by Peter Stone (Woman of the Year, 1776), new orchestrations by Ian Weinberger, directed by Scott Weinstein (Griffin Theatre's Spelling Bee, Chicago Shakespeare Theater's Seussical) and music direction by Elizabeth Doran (Timeline's Juno). TITANIC will play October 18 - December 7, 2014 at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago. Tickets are available at www.theaterwit.org, in person at the Theater Wit Box Office or by calling (773) 975-8150. The press opening is Sunday, October 26 at 7 pm.

New York Philharmonic Returns to Bravo! Vail for 12th Annual Summer Residency, Now thru 7/25
by BWW News Desk - Jul 18, 2014


The New York Philharmonic will return to Bravo! Vail in Colorado for the Orchestra's 12th- annual summer residency there, performing six concerts today, July 18-25, 2014.

Griffin Theatre to Launch 2014-15 Season with New, Intimate Staging of TITANIC, 10/18-12/7
by BWW News Desk - Jul 2, 2014


Griffin Theatre Company will launch its 2014-15 season with a new, intimate version of the Tony Award-winning Best Musical TITANIC, with music and lyrics by Maury Yeston (Nine, Phantom), book by Peter Stone (Woman of the Year, 1776), new orchestrations by Ian Weinberger, directed by Scott Weinstein (Griffin Theatre's Spelling Bee, Chicago Shakespeare Theater's Seussical) and music direction by Elizabeth Doran (Timeline's Juno). TITANIC will play October 18 - December 7, 2014 at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago. Casting will be announced shortly.

STAGE TUBE: On This Day 6/16- Danny Burstein
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 16, 2014


Happy Birthday, Danny Burstein! On Broadway, Burstein's appearances have included A Little Hotel on the Side (1992), Yakov in The Seagull (1992-93), in Saint Joan and Three Men on a Horse (both in 1993), Paul in Company (1995), 1st Officer William Murdoch in Titanic (1997-99), Aldolpho in The Drowsy Chaperone (2006-07), Luther Billis in South Pacific (2008-10), and Taxi Driver in Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown (2010-11). He played the role of Buddy Plummer in the Kennedy Center production of Follies, which went on to play Broadway's Marquis Theatre and LA's Ahmanson Theatre. He is currently starring in the Roundabout revival of Cabaret, for which he earned a 2014 Tony nomination.

2014 Broadway Revival of Tony-Winning TITANIC Postponed
by Tyler Peterson - May 21, 2014


Producers David Mirvish and Barry & Fran Weissler have confirmed that the planned revival of the Tony Award-winning musical TITANIC, slated to hit Broadway this fall, has been postponed.

Billy Zane Stars as Captain von Trapp in Lyric Opera of Chicago's THE SOUND OF MUSIC, Beg. Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Apr 25, 2014


Billy Zane, star of James Cameron's international blockbuster Titanic and critically acclaimed for his portrayal of Billy Flynn in Broadway's Chicago, has been cast as Captain von Trapp, completing principal casting for Lyric Opera of Chicago's new production of The Sound of Music, tonight, April 25-May 18, 2014.

Art of Time Ensemble Presents I SEND YOU THIS CADMIUM RED, Now thru 4/12
by BWW News Desk - Apr 9, 2014


Art of Time Ensemble's unprecedented and engaging production I Send You This Cadmium Red returns to the stage this spring. The critically acclaimed show is an exploration of the senses, merging music, theatre and striking visual projections to kaleidoscopic effect. Originally presented in 2011 to unanimous rave reviews, the remount features additional, never-before-heard music by composer Gavin Bryars (The Sinking of the Titanic), direction by Daniel Brooks (House, Possible Worlds) and musical direction by Andrew Burashko. Julian Richings (Helmlock Grove, Orphan Black) and John Fitzgerald Jay (True Crimes, Half Life) reprise their original roles, performing alongside ensemble musicians playing Bryars' music and visual projections created by Bruce Alcock. On stage from today, April 9 to 12 at the intimate Enwave Theatre, I Send You This Cadmium Red promises to be a stunning return.

Heidi Blickenstaff, Pamela Myers & Ron Raines Set for Signature Theatre's Sondheim Gala Honoring Jonathan Tunick, 4/7
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 4, 2014


On April 7, 2014, Broadway stars Heidi Blickenstaff, Pamela Myers, and Ron Raines will perform alongside an 18-piece orchestra as Virginia's Tony Award-winning Signature Theatre honors renowned orchestrator and longtime Stephen Sondheim collaborator, Jonathan Tunick.

New York Philharmonic to Return to Bravo! Vail for 12th Annual Summer Residency, 7/18-25
by BWW News Desk - Mar 28, 2014


The New York Philharmonic will return to Bravo! Vail in Colorado for the Orchestra's 12th- annual summer residency there, performing six concerts July 18-25, 2014. Music Director Alan Gilbert will conduct three programs, July 18-20, featuring works by composers for whom he has advocated during his tenure, ranging from Nielsen to The Marie-Jose?e Kravis Composer-in- Residence Christopher Rouse. The other Philharmonic concerts will be conducted by Bramwell Tovey (July 23 and 25) and Ted Sperling (July 24), and will feature works by Copland, Gershwin, Tchaikovsky, Rachmaninoff, and Loesser, among others.

TITANIC LIVE: Movie Score World Premiere in 2015!
by Carrie Dunn - Mar 24, 2014


Avex Classics International and the Royal Albert Hall today announce one of the major music events of 2015, the world premiere presentation of Titanic Live at the iconic London venue on 27th April 2015.

Art of Time Ensemble to Present I SEND YOU THIS CADMIUM RED, 4/9-12
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 14, 2014


Art of Time Ensemble's unprecedented and engaging production I Send You This Cadmium Red returns to the stage this spring. The critically acclaimed show is an exploration of the senses, merging music, theatre and striking visual projections to kaleidoscopic effect. Originally presented in 2011 to unanimous rave reviews, the remount features additional, never-before-heard music by composer Gavin Bryars (The Sinking of the Titanic), direction by Daniel Brooks (House, Possible Worlds) and musical direction by Andrew Burashko. Julian Richings (Helmlock Grove, Orphan Black) and John Fitzgerald Jay (True Crimes, Half Life) reprise their original roles, performing alongside ensemble musicians playing Bryars' music and visual projections created by Bruce Alcock. On stage from April 9 to 12 at the intimate Enwave Theatre, I Send You This Cadmium Red promises to be a stunning return.

Billy Zane Stars as Captain von Trapp in Lyric Opera of Chicago's THE SOUND OF MUSIC, 4/25
by BWW News Desk - Mar 4, 2014


Billy Zane, star of James Cameron's international blockbuster Titanic and critically acclaimed for his portrayal of Billy Flynn in Broadway's Chicago, has been cast as Captain von Trapp, completing principal casting for Lyric Opera of Chicago's new production of The Sound of Music, April 25-May 18, 2014.

Billy Zane to Join Jenn Gambatese in Lyric Opera of Chicago's THE SOUND OF MUSIC this Spring
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 4, 2014


Billy Zane, star of James Cameron's international blockbuster Titanic and critically acclaimed for his portrayal of Billy Flynn in Broadway's Chicago, has been cast as Captain von Trapp, completing principal casting for Lyric Opera of Chicago's new production of The Sound of Music, April 25-May 18, 2014.

DOPPELFEHLER mit Sonsee Neu und René Steinke - Komödie am Kurfürstendamm
by BWW News Desk - Mar 3, 2014


Beim Tennis hat der Spieler zwei Aufschlagversuche. Vergibt er beide, wird das Doppelfehler genannt und der Gegner erha?lt einen Punkt. Sandra und Max haben sich nach zehn Jahren Ehekampf scheiden lassen. Sie tra?umte von Kindern, er wollte lieber einen Hund. Freunde hatten die beiden wegen ihrer dauernden Streitigkeiten schon Hai1 und Hai2 getauft. Fu?nf Jahre nach der Scheidung treffen sich die zwei zufa?llig in einem Restaurant wieder. Sie hat gerade wieder geheiratet. Er geht mit viel zu jungen Ma?dchen aus. Ziemlich bald erkennen sie, dass sie noch viel fu?reinander empfinden und Sandra ist sich sicher: „Diesmal ko?nnen wir es', denn „wir kennen jetzt die Fallstricke'.

Titanic FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Titanic have there been?
Titanic has had 5 productions including Broadway which opened in 1997, Broadway which opened in 1997, which opened in 2006, US Tour which opened in 2012 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2024.
What Tony Awards has Titanic been nominated for?
Titanic has been nominated for the following Tony Awards: Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical for Peter Stone, Best Orchestrations for Jonathan Tunick, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Maury Yeston, and Best Scenic Design for Stewart Laing.
What Tony Awards has Titanic won?
Titanic won several Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical for Peter Stone, Best Orchestrations for Jonathan Tunick, Best Original Score for Maury Yeston, and Best Scenic Design for Stewart Laing.
What awards has Titanic been nominated for?
Outstanding Orchestration (Drama Desk Awards) for Jonathan Tunick, Best Broadway Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards), Best Costume Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Stewart Laing, Best Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Paul Gallo, and Best Set Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Stewart Laing.
What awards has Titanic won?
Titanic has won several awards, including Outstanding Orchestration at the Drama Desk Awards for Jonathan Tunick, Best Broadway Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, Best Costume Design at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Stewart Laing, Best Lighting Design at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Paul Gallo, and Best Set Design at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Stewart Laing.
What are the songs in Titanic and what's the order?
In Every Age
How Did They Build Titanic?
There She Is
Loading Inventory
The Largest Moving Object
I Must Get on That Ship
The 1st Class Roster
Godspeed Titanic
Barrett's Song
What a Remarkable Age This Is
To Be a Captain
Lady's Maid
The Proposal
The Night Was Alive
Hymn
Doing the Latest Rag
I Have Danced
No Moon
Autumn
Wake Up, Wake Up!
Dressed in Your Pyjamas in the Grand Salon
The Staircase
The Blame
Getting in the Lifeboat
Canons
We'll Meet Tomorrow
Still
Mr. Andrews' Vision
I Give You My Hand
Behind Every Fortune

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