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Allegro Revival

Closing: December 14, 2014

Allegro - 2014 Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Classic Stage Company
136 East 13th Street New York City, NY 10003

Follow the story of Joe Taylor, Jr. from cradle to early manhood in this loving and wise exploration of America’s coming of age, as seen through the eyes of a young physician learning about the mysteries of life and death. Discover this little-known jewel of a show, long considered Rodgers and Hammerstein's most personal and groundbreaking work of musical theatre. This second installment of our Musical Theatre Initiative will once again be helmed by Tony Award-winning director John Doyle (Passion). Come and experience another musical masterpiece in a luminous staging by one of our greatest interpreters of the form.


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Utah Symphony | Utah Opera to Present Free MUSIC ELEVATED STATE TOUR Across Utah
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2026


Utah Symphony | Utah Opera will present a seven-stop Music Elevated State Tour running June 30–July 10, 2026, featuring free outdoor concerts celebrating America's 250th birthday and Utah's cultural heritage.

Pianist Alexander Malofeev Releases Debut Album FORGOTTEN MELODIES on Sony Classical
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2026


Sony Classical has announced the debut album of world-renowned pianist Alexander Malofeev titled Forgotten Melodies set for release on February 27, 2026 and available for preorder now.

Did You Know These Broadway Revivals Started As Flops?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jan 11, 2026


It wasn’t until later on in theatre history that revivals began including shows that weren’t initially well received or financially successful in their initial engagements. As musical theatre continued to evolve, and more shows entered the canon, a consensus began to grow about shows being worthy of additional exploration even if they hadn’t been hits the first time around. What about musicals that had been ahead of their time, musicals that had fallen prey to circumstances, early works by writers who became successful later on, and of course, shows that found an audience after closing via their cast recordings?

Pianist Alexander Malofeev to Release New Album, 'Forgotten Melodies' In 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025


Sony Classical has announced the debut album of world-renowned pianist Alexander Malofeev titled Forgotten Melodies set for release on February 27, 2026 and available for preorder now

Ben Platt and More To Honor Mandy Patinkin At Signature Theatre Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2025


On April 14, 2025, Virginia's Tony Award-winning Signature Theatre will honor star of stage and screen Mandy Patinkin with the company's fourteenth Stephen Sondheim Award. The Stephen Sondheim Award will be presented at a black-tie Gala Benefit at The Anthem and will benefit Signature Theatre's artistic, education, and community programs.

Sphinx Organization Announces Winners Of The 28th Annual Sphinx Competition
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 26, 2025


Sphinx Organization has announced the winners of the 28th Annual Sphinx Competition in Detroit, MI, which took place from January 23-25, 2025 in the Max M. and Marjorie S. Fisher Music Center.

Guest Artists Set For Connecticut Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER
by Stephi Wild - Nov 27, 2024


Connecticut Ballet, under the artistic direction of Brett Raphael, announced the celebrated guests artists who will appear in the company's 40th anniversary production of its holiday blockbuster, Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker. 

Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin to Perform at 92NY in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2024


The 92nd Street Y in New York will present a performance by Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, featuring German Baroque works. The event will be available for streaming online. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Steinway Society to Present Russian Pianist, Composer Vyacheslav Gryaznov in November
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 26, 2024


Russian pianist and composer Vyacheslav Gryaznov will perform in the Bay Area on November 16, presented by the Steinway Society.

Organist Karol Mossakowski Will Make Nyc Debut At The Brick Presbyterian Church
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2024


Brick Presbyterian Church will launche its 2024-25 Worship & Arts concert series with a recital by world renowned organist Karol Mossakowski on Tuesday, October 29 at 7:00 PM at The Brick Presbyterian Church, 1140 Park Avenue, Manhattan.

Review: TCHAIKOVSKY SYMPHONY NO. 4 at Benaroya Hall
by Erica Miner - Sep 29, 2024


The performance was, in a word, superb

From Encores! to Broadway
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Aug 18, 2024


This time, the reader question was: How often do City Center Encores! shows transfer to Broadway?

New Jersey Symphony Unveils Colton Orchestral Fellows For 2024–25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2024


New Jersey Symphony named Angelique Montes and Thierry de Lucas Neves as Colton Orchestral Fellows for the 2024–25 season, recognizing their talent and contributions to the classical music community. Learn more!

Utah Symphony Welcomes Summer With Four Community Concerts
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 7, 2024


Utah Symphony's Summer Community Concert series features four outdoor performances led by Assistant Conductor Matthew Straw, showcasing classical and pop music in scenic local settings.

New York City Ballet Unveils 2024-25 Season Featuring 58 Ballets
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2024


New York City Ballet has revealed its 2024-25 season. See the productions and learn how to purchase tickets!

New York City Ballet 2024 Spring Season To Include Works From Balanchine And More
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2024


New York City Ballet's 75th anniversary celebration will continue with the 2024 Spring Season which will open on Tuesday, April 23 and conclude with a week-long run, May 28 through June 2, of Balanchine's full-length production of A Midsummer Night's Dream.

Krysta Rodriguez & More to Perform at Signature Theatre Gala Honoring Nathan Lane
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2024


On April 29, 2024, Signature Theatre will honor icon of stage and screen Nathan Lane with the company’s thirteenth Stephen Sondheim Award. Learn more!

3-CD Box Set of George Enescu's Full Symphonies and Romanian Rhapsodies 1 & 2, Out This April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2024


Discover the Orchestre National de France's new 3-CD box set, led by Cristian Măcelaru, featuring George Enescu’s full symphonies and Romanian Rhapsodies 1 & 2.

The Cell Theatre Unveils 2024-2025 Season Featuring Over 20 Resident Artists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2024


Nancy Manocherian's the cell theatre has revealed its 2024-25 season featuring over 20 resident artists, as well as the official Off-Broadway premiere of Matthew LaBanca's Communion.

Dallas Black Dance Theatre's Academy to Present ESPRESSO NUTCRACKER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 6, 2023


Dallas Black Dance Academy’s Espresso Nutcracker performance returns for its 6th year. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Terrence Mann & More to Join New York City Ballet's 75th Anniversary Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 28, 2023


New York City Ballet has revealed number of guest artists who will perform with the Company during its ongoing 75th Anniversary Season.

Utah Symphony Celebrates the Holiday Season with a Festive End-of-Year Line-Up
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 17, 2023


The Utah Symphony has a long history of bringing its community together through music at the holidays—and this year is no different! This winter season, the Utah Symphony presents a variety of festive concert performances which begins with the return of the community-favorite Messiah Sing-In tradition with the Utah Opera Chorus—a celebratory event that invites audience members to sing along with Handel's beloved oratorio.

Yoshiko Kamikusa and Luis Ocaranza Will Appear as Guest Artists in the Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2023


YOSHIKO KAMIKUSA, principal dancer of the Indianapolis Ballet, and LUIS OCARANZA of Ballet RI, will appear as guest artists in the Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet's production of The Nutcracker on December 9 and 10, 2023 at the Riverview Theatre in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Kentucky Performing Arts Reveals New 40th Anniversary Season
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2023


Kentucky Performing Arts celebrates its 40th arts season with a wide variety of exciting and diverse entertainment offerings at The Kentucky Center, the historic Brown Theatre and Old Forester’s Paristown Hall. Learn more about the full season and how to get tickets here!

American Composer-Pianist Thomas Nickell to Perform Solo Piano Recital at Tenri Cultural Institute
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 22, 2023


Don't miss American composer-pianist Thomas Nickell's solo piano recital at Tenri Cultural Institute on September 17, 2023. Enjoy an evening of music featuring works by Chopin, Satie, Poulenc, and compositions by Nickell himself.

Allegro FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs in Allegro and what's the order?
Joseph Taylor, Jr.
I Know It Can Happen Again
One Foot, Other Foot
Winters Go By
Poor Joe
A Fellow Needs a Girl
A Darn Nice Campus
Wildcats
So Far
You Are Never Away
What a Lovely Day for a Wedding
It May Be a Good Idea
To Have and to Hold
Wish Them Well
Money Isn't Everything
Yatata, Yatata, Yatata
The Gentleman Is a Dope
Allegro
Come Home
My Wife
Two Short Years
Sitting on the Porch in the Moonlight
Mountain Greenery
Johnny One-Note

Allegro History

Other Productions of Allegro

1947   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1978   Off-Off-Broadway Equity Library Theatre Revival
Off-Off-Broadway
1994   Off-Broadway Encores! Concert
Off-Broadway
2002   New York Reading
New York
2004   Arlington, VA (Regional) Signature Theatre Production
Arlington, VA (Regional)
2014   Off-Broadway Classic Stage Company Production
Off-Broadway

Allegro - 2014 Off-Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
Allegro — awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2015 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Elizabeth A. Davis
2015 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestrations Mary-Mitchell Campbell
2015 Drama League Awards Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical Allegro
2015 The Lortels Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Jessica Tyler Wright
2015 The Lortels Outstanding Lead Actor in a Musical Claybourne Elder

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