A Chorus Line 1975

Ages: 12+
Opened: April 15, 1975
Closing: July 13, 1975

A Chorus Line - 1975 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Joseph Papp Public Theater [Newman Theater]
425 Lafayette Street New York, NY 10003

From a concept by Michael Bennett

A Chorus Line tells the story of a group of 17 performers vying for the chance to dance in a Broadway show. After all the sweat and tears, only eight will be chosen for this opportunity of a lifetime. Winner of nine Tony Awards including Best Musical, A Chorus Line is a timeless show for anyone who has ever dared to dream.

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“A Chorus Line” from Music Theater Heritage is a not-to- be missed interpretation of a challenging show. Tickets are available online at www.musictheaterheritage.com online or by telephone at 816.221.6987.

A Chorus Line FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

I Hope I Get It
I Can Do That
And . . .
At the Ballet
Sing!
Hello Twelve, Hello Thirteen, Hello Love
Nothing
Dance: Ten; Looks: Three
The Music and the Mirror
One
The Tap Combination
What I Did for Love
Resume
Goodbye Twelve, Goodbye Thirteen, Hello Love
Inside the Music
Confidence
Joanne
Surprise, Surprise
Let Me Dance for You
Mother
Gimme the Ball
A Chorus Line has had 18 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1975, Off-Broadway which opened in 1975, Broadway which opened in 1975, Broadway which opened in 1975, which opened in 1976, US Tour which opened in 1976, West End which opened in 1976, Milburn, NJ (Regional) which opened in 1991, Milburn, NJ (Regional) which opened in 2001, Broadway which opened in 2006, Broadway which opened in 2006, US Tour which opened in 2008, US Tour which opened in 2010, West End which opened in 2013, Regional (US) which opened in 2014, Los Angeles which opened in 2016, St. Louis, MO (Regional) which opened in 2017 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2018.
A Chorus Line has been nominated for several awards, including Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards. It has also received numerous other nominations and wins throughout its history.
A Chorus Line has won several awards, including the prestigious Best Musical award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards. The show has received recognition for its outstanding performances and production.

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