Dames at Sea 1968 - Articles Page 2.6

Ages: 8+
Opened: December 20, 1968
Closing: May 10, 1970

Dames at Sea - 1968 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

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One of the most unique musicals ever created, the original production of DAMES AT SEA pulled off the feat of creating a magnificent musical extravaganza experience with a tight, multi-talented cast of six. DAMES AT SEAopened Off-Broadway at the Bouwerie Lane Theatre on December 20, 1968, and became an immediate smash hit and quickly transferred to the Theater de Lys on April 22, 1969, were it went on to run for 575 performances. The production starred a young ingénue named Bernadette Peters as Ruby, launching the career of one of Broadway's greatest stars. DAMES AT SEA successfully crossed the Atlantic twice to play the West End's Duchess Theatre in 1969 and again in 1989 to play the West End's Haymarket Theatre.



Directed and choreographed by the three-time Tony Award-nominated choreographer Randy Skinner, DAMES AT SEA is a tap-happy, navy-crazy celebration of the golden era of movie musicals with a heart as big as the ocean! Ruby steps off a bus from Utah and into her first Broadway show, but hours before the opening night curtain is to rise, the cast learns their theater is being demolished. Ruby and the cast, with the help of some adoring sailors, set a plan in motion to perform the show on a naval battleship. Featuring rollicking tap dancing, love at first sight, joyful music and a boatload of laughs, this glittering musical extravaganza has everything you need to sweep your glooms away.

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DAMES AT SEA to be Filmed for Lincoln Center Archives
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 14, 2015


The first ever Broadway production of DAMES AT SEA will receive the honor of being filmed for the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive for the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center. The filming will take place during the Tuesday, December 15 performance.

TV: DAME SAT SEA Enters Final Three Weeks of Performances; Watch New Clip of 'Choo Choo Honeymoon'
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 11, 2015


DAMES AT SEA will play its final performance at the Helen Hayes Theater (240 West 44th Street), Sunday January 3, 2016, at 3pm. DAMES AT SEA will have played 32 preview and 85 regular performances, having opened Thursday, October 22, 2015. Below, check out a new clip of Danny Gardner and Mara Davi performing 'Choo Choo Honeymoon.'

DAMES AT SEA Changes Course with New Digital Lottery Policy
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 8, 2015


Beginning today, December 8, Dames at Sea will offer an online lottery, giving fans a chance at $32 tickets, BroadwayWorld has learned. To

TWITTER BREAK: Ten Terrific Tweets From DAMES AT SEA's Lesli Margherita
by Michael Dale - Nov 30, 2015


The DAMES AT SEA star is a star of social media with her hilarious comments.

BWW Flashback: A Look Back at DAMES AT SEA's Broadway Voyage
by BWW Special Coverage - Nov 23, 2015


As BroadwayWorld reported earlier today, Dames at Sea will officially play its final performance at Helen Hayes Theater on Sunday January 3, 2016, at 3pm. In honor of the show's run, BroadwayWorld brings you a look back at the production below!

Breaking News: DAMES AT SEA Sets Closing Date; National Tour Will Set Sail in 2017!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 23, 2015


BroadwayWorld has just learned that DAMES AT SEA will play its final performance at the Helen Hayes Theater (240 West 44th Street), Sunday January 3, 2016, at 3pm.  DAMES AT SEA will have played 32 preview and 85 regular performances, having opened Thursday, October 22, 2015.  

Magie Dominic to Chat Caffe Cino at NYPL for the Performing Arts, 12/7
by BWW News Desk - Nov 18, 2015


Artist and writer, Magie Dominic, the archivist of the Caffe Cino, comes to the library to share remarkable stories of the birthplace of Off-Off Broadway, illustrated by one-of-kind artifacts from the Library's Caffe Cino collection.

VIDEO: Broadway and Original Off-Broadway Casts Of DAMES AT SEA Join Forces At Drama League Gala Honoring Bernadette Peters
by Michael Dale - Nov 4, 2015


1968 met 2015 as original companies of DAMES AT SEA mingle at Drama League Gala honoring Bernadette Peters.

Broadway's DAMES AT SEA Gets in on Halloween Festivities with Special Ticket Offer
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 28, 2015


DAMES AT SEA is offering special Halloween ticket pricing. For performances now through Sunday, November 1, patrons can use the code DAMES1031 online at telechargeoffers.com (212-239-6200) to purchase $55 orchestra seats to the tap- happy musical comedy, BroadwayWorld has confirmed.

It's You! It's Who? Handy Footnotes For DAMES AT SEA's Name-Dropping Love Song
by Michael Dale - Oct 24, 2015


If your knowledge of pop culture doesn't quite extend to the Busby Berkeley era, here are some quick footnotes to help you along:

TV: Can All Broadway Stars Tap? Find Out on the DAMES AT SEA Red Carpet!
by TV - Red Carpets - Oct 23, 2015


The first Broadway production of Dames at Sea opened at Broadway's Helen Hayes Theater (240 W 44th Street), just last night, October 22, and BroadwayWorld was there for all of the festivities. We asked last night's celebrities if they could ever make it in a tap musical.  Find out who knows the difference between a time step and a buffalo below!

TV: Chatting with the Six Show-Stoppers of DAMES AT SEA on Opening Night!
by TV - Opening Night Special - Oct 26, 2015


The first Broadway production of Dames at Sea opened at Broadway's Helen Hayes Theater (240 W 44th Street), just last week, on October 22, and BroadwayWorld was there for all of the festivities. Check out interviews with the full company below!

Photo Coverage: Broadway's Best Gathers at the Helen Hayes for Opening Night of DAMES AT SEA
by Walter McBride - Oct 23, 2015


The first Broadway production of Dames at Sea opened at Broadway's Helen Hayes Theater (240 W 44th Street), just last night, October 22, and BroadwayWorld was there for all of the festivities. Check out photos from the red carpet arrivals below!

Photo Coverage: Anchors Aweigh! DAMES at SEA Cast Takes Opening Night Bows!
by Walter McBride - Oct 23, 2015


The first Broadway production of Dames at Sea opened at Broadway's Helen Hayes Theater (240 W 44th Street), just last night, October 22, and BroadwayWorld was there for all of the festivities. Check out photos from the curtain call below!

Photo Coverage: DAMES AT SEA Company Celebrates Opening Night!
by Linda Lenzi - Oct 23, 2015


The first Broadway production of Dames at Sea opened at Broadway's Helen Hayes Theater (240 W 44th Street), just last night, October 22, and BroadwayWorld was there for all of the festivities. Check out photos from the after paty below!

Review Roundup: DAMES AT SEA Opens on Broadway - All the Reviews!
by Review Roundups - Oct 22, 2015


The first Broadway production of DAMES AT SEA opens at Broadway's Helen Hayes Theater (240 W 44th Street), tonight, October 22, 2015, at 6:30pm. Let's see what the critics had to say...

TWITTER WATCH: DAMES AT SEA's Lesli Margherita, a Shipshape Showgirl Even As A Kid
by Michael Dale - Oct 22, 2015


An opening night tweet from her sister shows the DAMES AT SEA star as a little showgirl sailor.

TV: Broadway Star Tar! Watch a New Clip from DAMES AT SEA
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 22, 2015


The first Broadway production of Dames at Sea opens at Broadway's Helen HayesTheater (240 W 44th Street), tonight, October 22, 2015, at 6:30pm. In celebration of the big night, we're bringing you a new clip of the cast performing the big 11 o'clock number- 'Star Tar.'

Broadway's DAMES AT SEA Officially Docks Tonight at the Helen Hayes Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Oct 22, 2015


The first Broadway production of Dames at Sea opens at Broadway's Helen Hayes Theater (240 W 44th Street), tonight, October 22, 2015, at 6:30pm.

DAMES AT SEA: Rescued From A Garbage Can And Opening On Broadway
by Michael Dale - Oct 22, 2015


Just like the musical's spunky heroine, the show's original one-act version had to be discovered from humble beginnings.

TV: Good Times Are Here to Stay! Watch Highlights from DAMES AT SEA
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 20, 2015


DAMES AT SEA set sail at Broadway's Helen Hayes Theatre (240 West 44 Street), on September 24, 2015, and opens tomorrow, October 22, 2015. Below, check out a first look at the cast in action!

Photo Flash: Set Sail! Check Out New Shots from Broadway's DAMES AT SEA
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 20, 2015


The first Broadway production of Dames at Sea opens at Broadway's Helen Hayes Theater (240 W 44th Street), Thursday, October 22, 2015, at 6:30pm. Check out new production shots below!

STAGE TUBE: DAMES AT SEA Company Talks About The Tap Dancers Who Influenced Them
by Michael Dale - Oct 6, 2015


From Ginger Rogers to Hal Le Roy to Eleanor Powell to Tommy Rall.

Photo Flash: Anchors Aweigh! First Look at Mara Davi, John Bolton, Lesli Margherita & More in DAMES AT SEA!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 5, 2015


DAMES AT SEA set sail at Broadway's Helen Hayes Theatre (240 West 44 Street), on September 24, 2015, with an opening night of Thursday, October 22, 2015. Below, check out a first look at the cast in action!

BWW Preview: BERNADETTE PETERS at NJPAC
by Leigh Scheps - Oct 5, 2015


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Other Productions of Dames at Sea

1968   Off-Broadway Original Off-Broadway Production
Off-Broadway
1969   Off-Broadway
Off-Broadway
1969   West End London Production
West End
1970   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
1970   Regional (US) Regional Revival
Regional (US)
1973   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
1985   Regional (US) Regional Revival
Regional (US)
1985   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
1996   West End London Revival
West End
2004   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
2015   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway

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