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Company 1978

Ages: 14+
Opened: May 4, 1978
Closing: May 28, 1978

Company - 1978 Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Set firmly in, and often about, New York, Company follows five married, once married, or soon to be married couples and their mutual friend, Robert, a 35-year old bachelor who has been unable to connect in a long-term relationship. Bobby observes the less than ideal aspects of commitment. But, eventually, learns that while relationships aren't perfect, they are a necessary part of "Being Alive." Includes the songs "Getting Married Today," "The Ladies Who Lunch," and "Being Alive."

Opening on Broadway in 1970 and running 705 performances, garnering 14 Tony Award Nominations, and winning 6 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Book, Best Score, Best Lyrics. Revived on Broadway in 1995 running for 60 performances garnering 2 Tony Nominations. Revived again in 2006 running 246 performances garnering 3 Tony Nominations and winning for Best Revival of a Musical.

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THE PRICE to Open at Long Wharf Theatre in Partnership with Legacy Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2026


Long Wharf Theatre announces the full cast for Arthur Miller's THE PRICE in an inaugural partnership with Legacy Theatre. The production features Alexis Camins, Mark Nelson, Carman Lacivita, and Jennifer Lim.

A BEAUTIFUL NOISE and THE WIZ to Open Broadway in Akron Spring 2027
by Stephi Wild - Oct 21, 2026


Playhouse Square announced tickets for A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL and THE WIZ will go on sale October 21. Both touring Broadway productions will perform at E.J. Thomas Hall in Akron during spring 2027.

Holly Arsenault Wins Papatango New Writing Prize for CHAMBER
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2026


Holly Arsenault's play CHAMBER won the 17th annual Papatango New Writing Prize from a record 1,913 submissions. The production will be co-produced by Papatango and Park Theatre, with Arsenault receiving an £8,000 commission.

BMOP to Open 2026-27 Season with Soprano Julia Bullock at Jordan Hall
by Rachel Stone - Oct 14, 2026


Boston Modern Orchestra Project will present its season-opening concert featuring soprano Julia Bullock performing works by Samuel Barber and Matthew Aucoin, along with a world premiere by Anthony De Ritis.

Factory International Reveals 2027 Season With Ian McKellen, Philip Glass, and More
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2026


Factory International has announced its 2027 season, featuring nine UK and world premieres including a mixed reality play with Ian McKellen and a new production of EINSTEIN ON THE BEACH with composer Philip Glass.

Center for Actor Training to Launch 46th Month-long Intensive
by Rachel Stone - Oct 8, 2026


Shakespeare & Company's Center for Actor Training will hold its flagship Month-long Intensive for mid-career actors at its Lenox, Massachusetts campus, offering comprehensive instruction in voice, movement, text analysis, and performance techniques.

Taylor Swift to Perform at Academy Museum Gala Honoring Carpenter, Domingo, Theron
by Rachel Stone - Oct 8, 2026


Taylor Swift will perform at the Academy Museum's sixth annual gala, which will honor filmmaker John Carpenter, actor Colman Domingo, and actress Charlize Theron. Proceeds support the museum's exhibitions, screenings, and education programs.

London City Ballet to Return to The Joyce Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2026


London City Ballet will present two programs of new ballets and revivals at The Joyce Theater, featuring works by John Neumeier, Glen Tetley, Jerome Robbins, Ashley Page, Florent Melac, and Tasha Chu, with guest performances by world-renowned ballerina Alina Cojocaru.

Utah Symphony | Utah Opera Welcomes 10 New Artists for 2026–27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 2, 2026


Utah Symphony | Utah Opera announced 10 new artists joining for the 2026–27 season, including Assistant Conductor Kyle Dickson, five opera resident artists, and four orchestra musicians.

ORDINARY WOMAN to Premiere at Davidson Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 28, 2026


BalletMet, CAPA and ODD Continent will present the world premiere of ORDINARY WOMAN, a new musical drama featuring music by Grammy winner Sheryl Crow. The production will feature actors, singers, dancers and a live on-stage quintet.

Shall We Dance? A Look at Ballroom Dancing on Broadway
by Sidney Paterra - Sep 25, 2026


Broadway has always known that sometimes the best way to tell a story is to put on your dancing shoes. From elegant waltzes and fiery tangos to quicksteps, foxtrots, rumbas and cha-chas, ballroom dancing has found its way into Broadway musicals for generations. Sometimes it's simply part of the spectacle, while other times the act of two characters taking the floor can say more about their relationship than pages of dialogue. With ballroom dancing continuing to captivate audiences on television and beyond, we're taking a spin through Broadway history to revisit some of the shows that have brought the ballroom to the stage.

THE HORROR SHOW and ZOMBIES! to Open at Academy Museum
by Rachel Stone - Sep 24, 2026


The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures will present two horror-focused exhibitions featuring artifacts and behind-the-scenes content from classic and contemporary films, with galleries exploring Gothic, psychological, science fiction, slasher, religious, and ghost-themed cinema.

Anita Mitchell Shares Apollo 14 Stories in New Memoir
by Rachel Stone - Sep 22, 2026


Anita Mitchell recounts her life alongside Apollo 14 astronaut Edgar Mitchell in a new memoir that explores behind-the-scenes moments from America's space program era.

THE WIZ Will Come to Madison in October
by Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2026


The Tony Award-winning musical THE WIZ will run at Overture Hall in Madison in October. The production features a new cast including Gabby Samone as Dorothy and Bryan DeMond as The Wiz.

Blue Pearl Theatrics to Launch Tuition-Free Youth Conservatory
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 21, 2026


Blue Pearl Theatrics begins its fall semester of a tuition-free conservatory-style performing arts program for ages 7 to 14 at Bronx River Art Center, culminating in a spring production.

Mat Hames' HOME FROM THE VIETNAM WAR to Premiere at Heartland Film Festival
by Rachel Stone - Sep 18, 2026


Emmy-winning documentarian Mat Hames follows decorated U.S. Army veteran Lt. Lee Alley as he returns to Vietnam more than 50 years after the war, confronting a past he spent decades trying to leave behind.

Boston Modern Orchestra Project Announces 2026-27 Season
by Rachel Stone - Sep 17, 2026


Gil Rose's Grammy-winning ensemble will present world premieres, two semi-staged operas, and over 10 new album releases celebrating American contemporary music.

Review: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at the Théâtre du Palais-Royal
by Patrick Honoré - Sep 14, 2026


A brilliantly cast, beautifully judged French production of A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, where British manners, French theatrical tradition and comic murder collide at the Théâtre du Palais-Royal.

Ballet Rhode Island to Add Faculty Ahead of 50th Anniversary
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2026


Ballet Rhode Island unveiled a three-year strategic plan and named Trinidad Vives, Parren Ballard, and Gloria Govrin to its artistic and educational team as the company approaches its 50th anniversary.

DANCING AT LUGHNASA and More Set For Belvoir Mainstage 2027 Season
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2026


Belvoir will present a new season featuring nine mainstage productions and two late-night shows, spotlighting Australian writing, First Nations storytelling, and Tony Award-winning works.

THE SCORE & More Lead Washington, DC's September 2026 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Sep 3, 2026


Washington, DC is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for September 2026 include The Score & more.

Pacific Symphony's 2026-27 Classical Series to Open with Mahler's RESURRECTION
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 2, 2026


Alexander Shelley will lead Pacific Symphony and Pacific Chorale in Mahler's Symphony No. 2, with soprano Miah Persson and mezzo-soprano Dame Sarah Connolly at Segerstrom Concert Hall.

PBS Tune-in Alert: RESOLVE TO SOLVE, MADE IN THE WEST & More
by Rachel Stone - Sep 2, 2026


PBS has outlined upcoming programming including RESOLVE TO SOLVE with Miles O'Brien, MADE IN THE WEST narrated by Tanya Tucker, and THE DRAWING ROOM featuring Mo Welch.

New York Theatre Ballet to Present UNCAGED+ and HOMAGE at Danspace Project
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 1, 2026


New York Theatre Ballet will open its first season under Antonia Franceschi with performances at Danspace Project, featuring UNCAGED+, the American premiere of HOMAGE, and SHORT RIDE OUT.

Joshua Bell to Join Alexander Shelley for Pacific Symphony Season Opener
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 28, 2026


Violinist Joshua Bell will perform Lalo's Symphonie Espagnole as Alexander Shelley opens his inaugural season as Pacific Symphony's Artistic and Music Director at Segerstrom Concert Hall.

Company History

Other Productions of Company

1970   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1971   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
1972   West End London Production
West End
1980   Off-Off-Broadway Off-Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Off-Broadway
1987   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
1993   Broadway Reunion Concert
Broadway
1995   Broadway Roundabout Revival
Broadway
1995   West End Donmar Warehouse Revival
West End
2002   Washington, DC (Regional) Sondheim Festival Production
Washington, DC (Regional)
2004   Los Angeles Reprise! Concert
Los Angeles
2006   Cincinnati Playhouse Revival
2006   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2007   New York New York Concert
New York
2017   Regional (US) Barrington Stage Company Revival
Regional (US)
2018   West End West End Revival Production
West End
2021   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2023   US Tour US Tour
US Tour

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