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Opened: March 13, 1992
Closing: January 24, 1993

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Photo Coverage: Cast Members from GLEE Join the Celebration for Jane Lynch's ANNIE Party!
by Walter McBride - May 17, 2013


Emmy Award-winning actress Jane Lynch, who stars in the hit FOX television show GLEE as ruthless cheerleading coach Sue Sylvester, made her Broadway debut this week as tyrannical orphanage matron Miss Hannigan in Annie and BroadwayWorld.com was there to capture the celebrations of her joining the show including cast members from GLEE who came to cheer on Lynch. Lynch will play Miss Hannigan for eight weeks only, through Sunday, July 14.

Photo Coverage: The New Miss Hannigan Takes a Bow! Check Out Jane Lynch's Opening Curtain Call in ANNIE!
by Walter McBride - May 17, 2013


Emmy Award-winning actress Jane Lynch, who stars in the hit FOX television show 'Glee' as ruthless cheerleading coach Sue Sylvester, made her Broadway debut this week as tyrannical orphanage matron Miss Hannigan in Annie and BroadwayWorld.com was there to capture the celebrations of her joining the show. Lynch will play Miss Hannigan for eight weeks only, through Sunday, July 14.

UP ON THE MARQUEE: Jane Lynch Joins ANNIE Tomorrow - See the All-New Poster!
by Walter McBride - May 14, 2013


Emmy Award-winning actress Jane Lynch, who stars in the hit FOX television show 'Glee' as ruthless cheerleading coach Sue Sylvester, makes her Broadway debut tomorrow, May 15 as tyrannical orphanage matron Miss Hannigan in Annie. Lynch will play Miss Hannigan for eight weeks only, through Sunday, July 14. BroadwayWorld brings you a first look at Lynch's marquee below!

Photo Flash: First Look at Jane Lynch as 'Miss Hannigan' in ANNIE - 3 Must See Photos!
by Nicole Rosky - May 13, 2013


Emmy Award-winning actress Jane Lynch, who stars in the hit FOX television show 'Glee' as ruthless cheerleading coach Sue Sylvester, makes her Broadway debut this Wednesday, May 15 as tyrannical orphanage matron Miss Hannigan in ANNIE. Lynch will play Miss Hannigan for eight weeks only, through Sunday, July 14. BroadwayWorld brings you a first look at Lynch in action below!

MAN OF LA MANCHA, RUTHLESS! and More Set for Bergen County Players' 2013-14 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2013


Long considered one of America's premier community theater groups, Bergen County Players (BCP) has announced for 2013-14 another ambitious, passionate and playful year of audience-pleasing musicals and innovative plays for its 81st consecutive season. From toe-tapping musicals to hilarious comedies to intense dramas, BCP has garnered a reputation for outstanding quality productions at affordable prices. The new season kicks off with one of the best-loved musicals of a generation, the five-time Tony Award-winning Man of La Mancha (its principal song, 'The Impossible Dream' has become a standard). BCP's 81st season opener will once again feature a live orchestra and will be suitable for all ages.

ANNIE's Jane Lynch to Appear on LATE NIGHT WITH JIMMY FALLON Tonight
by Kelsey Denette - May 9, 2013


Emmy Award-winning actress Jane Lynch, who stars in the hit FOX television show "Glee" as ruthless cheerleading coach Sue Sylvester and who makes her Broadway debut this Wednesday, May 15 as tyrannical orphanage matron Miss Hannigan in ANNIE, will be a guest on "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon" tonight. In the New York area, "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon" airs at 12:35 AM on WNBC-TV Channel 4. Check local listings.

Jane Lynch to Join ANNIE Earlier Than Announced on May 15
by Nicole Rosky - May 8, 2013


Emmy Award-winning actress Jane Lynch, who stars in the hit FOXtelevision show 'Glee' as ruthless cheerleading coach Sue Sylvester, will soon make her Broadway debut as tyrannical orphanage matron Miss Hannigan in Annie. Lynch joins the production for eight weeks only, and according to the musical's official Twitter page, she will begin on May 15- one day sooner than previously announced.

ANNIE & GLEE Star Jane Lynch Appears on ELLEN Today
by BWW News Desk - Apr 22, 2013


Emmy Award-winning actress Jane Lynch, who stars in the hit FOX television show 'Glee' as ruthless cheerleading coach Sue Sylvester and who will soon make her Broadway debut as tyrannical orphanage matron Miss Hannigan in Annie, will be a guest on 'Ellen' today, April 22. In the New York area, 'Ellen' airs at 4:00 PM on WNBC-TV Channel 4. Check local listings.

ANNIE Star Jane Lynch to Appear on ELLEN, 4/22; Sings 'Little Girls' on GLEE, 4/25
by BWW News Desk - Apr 19, 2013


Emmy Award-winning actress Jane Lynch, who stars in the hit FOX television show "Glee" as ruthless cheerleading coach Sue Sylvester and who will soon make her Broadway debut as tyrannical orphanage matron Miss Hannigan in ANNIE, will be a guest on "Ellen" on Monday, April 22. In the New York area, "Ellen" airs at 4:00 PM on WNBC-TV Channel 4. Check local listings.

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Showtime's THE BORGIAS - Season 3, Premiering Sunday
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 12, 2013


In the premiere episode of THE BORGIAS Season 3, as a ruthless Pope Alexander clings desperately to power, he must rely on Cesare to exact revenge on his enemies and secure the family legacy. Get a sneak peek below!

BREAKING BAD Season 5 Coming to Blu-ray/DVD, 6/4
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 1, 2013


Walter White's transformation from high school chemistry teacher to full-blown, ruthless drug lord continues on Sony Pictures Television's critically acclaimed drama series on AMC, BREAKING BAD: THE FIFTH SEASON, available on Blu-ray and DVD June 4th or available now for Digital Download from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment (SPHE).

STAGE TUBE: Jane Lynch on Being 'Scared and Exhilarated' to Join ANNIE!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 25, 2013


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Emmy Award-winning actress Jane Lynch, who stars in the hit FOX television show 'Glee' as ruthless cheerleading coach Sue Sylvester, will take on another great tyrannical role as evil orphanage matron Miss Hannigan in the new Broadway production of Annie at the Palace Theatre (1564 Broadway between 46th and 47th Streets). Lynch, a stage veteran of Chicago's Steppenwolf Theatre Company and The Second City, will be making her Broadway debut. She will play Miss Hannigan for eight weeks only, from Thursday, May 16 through Sunday, July 14. In the video below, Lynch chats with Howard Bragman on 'Gwissues' about her upcoming Broadway debut. Jump to the 9 minute mark to hear what she has to say!

Photo Flash: First Look - REVOLUTION's 'Ghosts,' Airing 4/1
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 19, 2013


On REVOLUTION's upcoming episode, titled 'Ghosts,' a final act of heroism by one of their own saves the lives of the Charlie and the gang, but the loss devastates everyone and they must carry on with heavy hearts but increased resolve. Miles (Billy Burke) sets out on a mission with Nora (Daniella Alonso) to recruit his former Militia comrade, Jim Hudson (Malik Yoba) and enlist his savage killing skills. Meanwhile, Rachel (ELIZABETH MITCHELL) looks for a power source and a way back into the heart of her daughter Charlie (Tracy Spiridakos). Rachel also attempts to elude the grip of Randall Flynn (Colm Feore), her ruthless former boss and ally of Monroe (David Lyons). 'Ghosts' airs April 1 at 10:00 p.m. on NBC.

Mayans and Murder Mysteries Await in Rick Strout's PASSWORD
by BWW News Desk - Mar 18, 2013


Author Rick Strout weaves a thrilling tale of violence and mystery in his new book, Password. When an innocent man is murdered, the protagonists investigating his death will travel from the modern day cityscape of corporate New York to the ancient Mayan ruins of Yucatan to discover an insidious conspiracy involving vast sums of money and a cabal of ruthless killers at its head.

Teen's Suicide Journal Can Help At-Risk Youth in Behind the Mask
by BWW News Desk - Feb 20, 2013


Stories of unstable teenagers seem to dominate today's headlines, with tales of ruthless bullying, staggering suicide rates, rampant drug abuse, and unbelievable acts of violence.

BREAKING NEWS: Jane Lynch to Replace Katie Finneran as 'Miss Hannigan' in ANNIE Beginning May 16
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 20, 2013


Emmy Award-winning actress Jane Lynch, who stars in the hit FOX television show 'Glee' as ruthless cheerleading coach Sue Sylvester, will take on another great tyrannical role as evil orphanage matron Miss Hannigan in the new Broadway production of ANNIE at the Palace Theatre (1564 Broadway between 46th and 47th Streets). Lynch, a stage veteran of Chicago's Steppenwolf Theatre Company and The Second City, will be making her Broadway debut. She will play Miss Hannigan for eight weeks only, from Thursday, May 16 through Sunday, July 14.

BWW Reviews: TSU-San Marcos Offers Interesting But Muddy RICHARD III
by Jeff Davis - Feb 14, 2013


Texas State University-San Marcos Department of Theatre and Dance's current production of Richard III borrows heavily from recent and modern history, and while many of the unconventional choices pay off, some are a bit puzzling. Still, with its strong leading players, Richard III gives us an exciting and entertaining look at one of the most ruthless and evil leaders of all time.

Michael Bloodwell Pens New Murder Mystery, THE TRENCH COAT KILLER
by BWW News Desk - Feb 1, 2013


In his engaging new thriller, "The Trench Coat Killer" (published by AuthorHouse), author Michael Bloodwell pens an engaging murder mystery about a ruthless serial killer disrupting a small town in Indiana.

TV: THE ICEMAN Trailer Released!
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 17, 2013


Inspired by actual events, The Iceman follows notorious contract killer Richard Kuklinski (Academy Award(R) nominee Michael Shannon) from his early days in the mob until his arrest for the murder of more than 100 men. Appearing to be living the American dream as a devoted husband and father; in reality Kuklinski was a ruthless killer-for-hire. When finally arrested in 1986, neither his wife nor daughters had any clue about his real profession.

RUTHLESS! THE MUSICAL Remake Launches At Theater Barn Today
by BWW News Desk - Jan 17, 2013


The Ridgefield Theater Barn is proud to present the world premiere of the pre-New York workshop of Ruthless! The Musical, by Joel Paley (book & lyrics) and Marvin Laird (composer). The creative duo direct and musically direct this production, respectively, and have re-worked their original 1993 Off-Broadway hit in anticipation of an upcoming run in New York. Performances will be Today, Friday and Saturday evenings at 8pm, today, January 17th through the 27th, with Sunday matinees at 2pm.

Bovine Metropolis Theater Presents DENVER'S NEXT IMPROV STAR, 2/16-4/27
by Laura Meltzer - Jan 15, 2013


This reality show takes the idea of competition, and marries it to cooperation, and the results are spectacular drama and comedy for everyone. Usually in competitions being cutthroat and ruthless seems to be the best way to win. Denver's Next Improv Star at Bovine Metropolis Theater has a different type of competition. In Denver's Next Improv Star contestants not only have to take care of themselves, but they have take care of each other in the show in order to win.

The Ridgefield Theater Barn Presents RUTHLESS! The Musical, 1/17-1/27
by Samantha Vega - Jan 10, 2013


Don't miss this world premiere, pre-New York workshop 'remake' of the outrageous, award-winning musical comedy, directed by the author. 'Some kids will do anything to get a part. Anything!'

TV: Behind the Scenes of GANGSTER SQUAD
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 9, 2013


Los Angeles, 1949. Ruthless, Brooklyn-born mob king Mickey Cohen (Sean Penn) runs the show in this town, reaping the ill-gotten gains from the drugs, the guns, the prostitutes and--if he has his way--every wire bet placed west of Chicago. And he does it all with the protection of not only his own paid goons, but also the police and the politicians who are under his control. It's enough to intimidate even the bravest, street-hardened cop... except, perhaps, for the small, secret crew of LAPD outsiders led by Sgt. John O'Mara (Josh Brolin) and Jerry Wooters (Ryan Gosling), who come together to try to tear Cohen's world apart.

RUTHLESS! THE MUSICAL Remake to Be Launched At Theater Barn, 1/17
by Emily Stubbs - Jan 9, 2013


The Ridgefield Theater Barn is proud to present the world premiere of the pre-New York workshop of Ruthless! The Musical, by Joel Paley (book & lyrics) and Marvin Laird (composer). The creative duo direct and musically direct this production, respectively, and have re-worked their original 1993 Off-Broadway hit in anticipation of an upcoming run in New York. Performances will be Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings at 8pm, January 17th through the 27th, with Sunday matinees at 2pm.

VIDEO: First Look - Trailer for Surfer Flick DRIFT
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 17, 2012


In the 1970s two brothers battle killer waves, a conservative society, and ruthless bikers to kick-start the modern surf industry. DRIFT stars Sam Worthington, Xavier Samuel, and Lesley-Ann Brandt. Check out a first look at the surfer-flick DRIFT below!

Other Productions of Ruthless!

1991   Off-Broadway Showcase
Off-Broadway
1992   Off-Broadway Original Off-Broadway Production
Off-Broadway
2015   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
2018   West End London Premiere
West End

Ruthless! - 1992 Off-Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1993 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Actress - Musical Laura Bundy
1993 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Off Broadway Musical 0
1992 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress - Musical Laura Bundy
1992 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress - Musical Donna English
1992 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director - Musical Paley
1992 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lyrics Joel Paley
1992 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Musical Ruthless!

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