Dancin'

Opened: March 27, 1978
Closing: June 27, 1982

Dancin' - 1978 - Broadway History , Info & More

Bob Fosse's DANCIN' is a masterful tribute to the art of movement featuring legendary choreography by Bob Fosse and a score of jazz, classical and pop songs! Fosse was one of the greatest and most influential figures in dance and theatre history, with works including Cabaret, Chicago, Sweet Charity and Pippin, as well as the recipient of two Tony Awards, three Emmys and an Academy Award®.



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Olivia Newton-John's 'Totally Hot' Celebrates 45th Anniversary With a Return to Vinyl and CD by Michael Major - Sep 22, 2023

MCA/UMe is set to release both vinyl and CD editions of Dame Olivia Newton-John’s smash-hit, tenth studio album, 1978’s Totally Hot, a record that further reinforced her status as a surefire international superstar. In celebration of Newton-John’s first-ever platinum-certified album’s 45th anniversary, Totally Hot returns to vinyl.

Invite Only Industry Presentation of the New Musical AN ENTIRELY ORDINARY TOWN To Take Place September 28 by A.A. Cristi - Sep 20, 2023

Join us for an invite-only industry presentation of the new musical 'AN ENTIRELY ORDINARY TOWN' on Thursday, September 28th, 2023. Featuring book and lyrics by Alex Giles, original concept/book/lyrics by David Russell, and music by Andy Peterson.

Exclusive: Watch Highlights from NextGen Spotlight Benefit Concert by BroadwayWorld TV - Sep 20, 2023

A bevy of Broadway’s brightest stars joined forces earlier this week for NextGen Spotlight, a concert directed and hosted by actor Jelani Remy (Back to the Future) for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS’ NextGen Advocates. In this video, check out highlights from the show!

INTO THE WOODS, SWEENEY TODD, and More Nominated For 2023 Hewes Design Awards by Stephi Wild - Sep 19, 2023

The Henry Hewes Design Awards Committee has announced the 2023 Henry Hewes Design Awards Honorees who will be recognized at the 59th annual ceremony on October 23 in New York. Find out who will be honored here!

Stage Aurora NY Presents LEAP FOR JOY In Celebration of National Dance Day by A.A. Cristi - Sep 14, 2023

Stage Aurora NY, Theatre that Enlightens, presents LEAP FOR JOY! A Virtual Celebration of National Dance Day, featuring some of your favorite stars from Broadway, Film and Television performing tap, hip- hop, salsa, pointe, and contemporary dance.

Full Lineup Set for 10th Anniversary Edition of Hudson Valley Dance Festival by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2023

The full lineup of diverse and immersive dance is set for the 10th anniversary of Hudson Valley Dance Festival, bringing modern, tap, contemporary and ballet to the heart of the Hudson Valley on Saturday, October 7, 2023, at Historic Catskill Point in Catskill, NY.  Learn more about the full lineup here!

Lesli Margherita and More Join NextGen Spotlight for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2023

Broadway stars have joined the lineup of NextGen Spotlight, a concert directed and hosted by actor Jelani Remy for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS’ NextGen Advocates. Find out who is performing at the event here!

Cortland Repertory Theater Downtown Announces Fall Season by A.A. Cristi - Sep 5, 2023

Cortland Repertory Theater has announced their full fall and early winter schedule at their downtown Cortland building located at 24-26 Port Watson Street in the city of Cortland. 

Broadway Buying Guide: August 28, 2023 by Team BWW - Aug 28, 2023

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, August 28, 2023.

Photos: A WONDERFUL WORLD Begins Rehearsals For Pre-Broadway Engagement by Stephi Wild - Aug 28, 2023

The 26-member cast of A Wonderful World, A New Musical about the Life and Loves of Louis Armstrong began rehearsals last week in New York City. Check out photos from rehearsal here!

Review: MSMT Singers Close Out 2023 Season with Splendid Cabaret at Cadenza by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - Aug 27, 2023

The MSMT Singers, the spectacularly talented group of young professionals in residence at Maine State Music Theatre all summer, bid farewell to Brunswick with two splendidly crafted and performed cabarets at the Freeport venue, Cadenza. The eight performers were able to showcase their triple threat talents and the new skills they honed all summer, in a program of musical theatre song and dance.

John Clay III Comes to the Green Room 42 Next Week by Stephi Wild - Aug 22, 2023

The Green Room 42 presents Broadway star John Clay III (New York, New York, Choir Boy) on Monday, August 28th, 2023 at 7pm.

Broadway Buying Guide: August 7, 2023 by Team BWW - Aug 7, 2023

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, August 7, 2023.

Photos: Broadway & NYC Artists Shared Their Time And Talents At The 16th Annual Dare To Go Beyond Performing Arts Camp by A.A. Cristi - Aug 4, 2023

Last week, R.Evolución Latina held their free annual summer camp with the participation of over 90 campers and 50 volunteers and artists sharing their art and giving back. Founded in 2008, the D2GB Performing Arts Camp provides free-of-charge classes in dance, voice, acting and other performance disciplines to children ages 7 to 17 from multiple schools and community organizations from across the city.

J. Harrison Ghee, Steven Pasquale, Amber Gray, and More Will Lead Industry Reading of MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2023

MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL the 1994 iconic blockbuster book by John Berendt, which still holds a New York Times bestseller list record, is being developed into a new musical and will have an invitation only  industry reading on August 3rd and 4th, 2023 in New York City. Learn more about the musical, and find out who is starring in the reading, here!

R.Evolución Latina Hosts D2GB Performing Arts Camp by Stephi Wild - Jul 27, 2023

Broadway and NYC performing artists are sharing their time and talents as teaching artists at the 16th Annual Dare to Go Beyond (D2GB) Performing Arts Camp hosted by R.Evolución Latina (RL).

CALL FOSSE AT THE MINSKOFF to Play at Nantucket's White Heron Theatre Beginning This Weekend by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 24, 2023

Call Fosse at the Minskoff, a 90-minute solo play written and performed by Mimi Quillin, and directed by Tony Award nominee Michael Berresse, will play at Nantucket's White Heron Theatre Company.

Broadway Buying Guide: July 24, 2023 by Team BWW - Jul 24, 2023

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, July 24, 2023.

Presley Ryan, Maria Bilbao, Morgan Higgins & More to Sing Miley Cyrus at 54 Below by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 19, 2023

Join Presley Ryan, Maria Bilbao, Morgan Higgins, and more as they take the stage at 54 Below for an unforgettable night of Miley Cyrus covers. Don't miss out on this epic concert event!

Stephen Bogardus, Lana Gordon & More to Star in World Premiere Musical ON CEDAR STREET at Berkshire Theatre Group by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 19, 2023

Get ready for the world premiere musical 'ON CEDAR STREET' at Berkshire Theatre Group, starring Stephen Bogardus and Lana Gordon. Experience the magic and unforgettable performances in this spectacular new production. Don't miss out on this enchanting musical event!

Mimi Quillin's CALL FOSSE AT THE MINSKOFF Directed by Michael Berresse to Premiere at Vassar College by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2023

Get ready for the premiere of Mimi Quillin's CALL FOSSE AT THE MINSKOFF! Directed by Michael Berresse, this solo play promises to captivate audiences. Don't miss your chance to experience the magic at Powerhouse Theater Season.

Full Cast Revealed For A WONDERFUL WORLD Musical; Vanessa Williams Joins Producing Team by Stephi Wild - Jul 12, 2023

Full casting has been announced for A Wonderful World, A New Musical about the Life and Loves of Louis Armstrong, which was previously announced to star James Monroe Iglehart.  The production also welcomes multiple Grammy, Emmy, and Tony Award nominee Vanessa Williams to the lead producing team.  Find out more about the show, and the cast, here!

Review Roundup: ONCE UPON A ONE MORE TIME Opens On Broadway! by Review Roundups - Jun 22, 2023

The new Broadway musical Once Upon A One More Time, powered by the music of Grammy Award-winning international pop icon Britney Spears, opens tonight at Broadway's Marquis Theatre. Read the reviews!

Photos & Video: BROADWAY BARES: PLEASURE PARK Raises $1,887,014 by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2023

See photos and video from Broadway Bares: Pleasure Park, which raised $1,887,014!

The Palace Theater Reveals the 2023 �" 2024 2nd Act Series and “I Wrote That!” Author Talk Series by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2023

The Palace Theater presents the 2023 – 2024 2nd Act Series and “I Wrote That!” Author Talk Series.

Bebe Neuwirth Will Host the 2023 Actors' Equity Foundation Awards, Honoring Brian Stokes Mitchell, Mary K. Klinger, and More by Stephi Wild - Jun 14, 2023

The Actors' Equity Foundation, a non-profit organization supporting the professional theatre community, has announced that Brian Stokes Mitchell and Mary K Klinger have been added to their roster of 2023 award recipients to be celebrated at an event hosted by Bebe Neuwirth. 

Cynthia Weil Passes Away; 'On Broadway' Songwriter Featured in BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Was 82 by Michael Major - Jun 2, 2023

Weil was prominently featured as a character in Beautiful: the Carole King Musical, alongside her husband and songwriting partner Barry Mann. The pair wrote several iconic songs, including “On Broadway,” “Make Your Own Kind of Music,” 'You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling,” “Walking in the Rain,” “You’re My Soul and Inspiration,” and more.

Charlotte d'Amboise, Dylis Croman, Jennifer Fouché, and More Will Return to CHICAGO This Month by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2023

The Broadway company of the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago will welcome back Charlotte d'Amboise as “Roxie Hart” on June 12 and Dylis Croman as “Roxie Hart,” Jennifer Fouché as “Matron Mama Morton,” Ryan Silverman as “Billy Flynn” and Evan Harrington as “Amos Hart” all beginning June 5, 2023.

SOME LIKE IT HOT, PARADE, and More Take Home 2023 Drama Desk Awards; Full List of Winners! by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2023

Winners for the 67th Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced today. Among the big winners were Some Like It Hot, Parade, and more.

NY Dance Community Gathers To Honor Choreographer Chet Walker With Evening Of Performance And Tribute, June 10 by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2023

Presented in partnership by Steps on Broadway, Steps Beyond Foundation, and Broadway Dance Center, the dance community honors the extraordinary legacy of Chet Walker with Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Chet Walker, an evening of performance and tribute on Saturday June 10.

Legends Are in the House: The 2023 Chita Rivera Awards by James Blinken - May 25, 2023

Chita danced onto the stage at the Skirball Center to present the Chita Rivera Lifetime Achievement Award to her friend and collaborator, 96-year-old John Kander.

Celebrate National Tap Dance Day With Our Favorite Broadway Tap Numbers! by HaleyJane Rose - May 25, 2023

From classic showstoppers to modern interpretations, take a look at our favorite tap numbers that shuffled off to Broadway!

Video: John Kander Accepts the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Chita Rivera Awards by Stephi Wild - May 25, 2023

John Kander received the Lifetime Achievement Awards at the 2023 Chita Rivera Awards this week. Watch a video of his acceptance speech here!

Video: Broadway's Best Dancers Gather on the Red Carpet at the 2023 Chita Rivera Awards by Red Carpet - May 25, 2023

In this video, watch as Broadway's best dancers walk the red carpet at the 2023 Chita Rivera Awards!

Photos: Inside the 2023 Chita Rivera Awards by Jennifer Broski - May 23, 2023

The 2023 Chita Rivera Awards were presented on May 22, 2023 at 7:30pm at the NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here!

A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, DANCIN', NEW YORK, NEW YORK and More Win 2023 Chita Rivera Awards by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2023

Winners for the 2023 Chita Rivera Awards were announced this evening. In keeping with the mission of the Chita Rivera Awards, nominators considered outstanding choreography, featured dancers, and ensembles in shows on Broadway and Off Broadway, as well as outstanding choreography in film that opened during the 2022-2023 season.

$25 Student Rush Tickets Available for The Chita Rivera Awards Tonight by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2023

Student rush tickets are now available for the 2023 Chita Rivera Awards this evening.

Ballet Tech's KIDS DANCE to Return to The Joyce This Summer by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2023

Ballet Tech’s Kids Dance will return to The Joyce Theater June 8-11 following an acclaimed production last year.

Tyler Hubbard Scores Second No. 1 From Debut Solo Album With 'Dancin' In The Country' by Michael Major - May 22, 2023

Tyler Hubbard is atop the Mediabase/Country Aircheck chart this week with his hit song “Dancin’ In The Country,” marking his second No. 1 as a solo artist, and his 21st career chart topper on Country Radio. Written by Hubbard, Keith Urban, Ross Copperman and Jon Nite.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE And More To Perform At The 2023 Chita Rivera Awards; Presenters Announced by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2023

Presenters and performances have been announced for the 2023 Chita Rivera Awards, taking place on May 22 at 7:30pm at NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts (566 LaGuardia Place off Washington Square Park).

MADAM LUCY, DECEASED A New Musical To Be Presented On The William & Mary Campus, June 11 by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2023

MADam LUCY, deceased, a new musical about the life (and afterlife) of Lucy Ludwell Paradise (1752-1814), with book & lyrics by two-time Emmy Award-winning songwriter William Schermerhorn and music by composer and recording artist Elise Morris, will have its first staged workshop in Williamsburg, Virginia, in the historic Great Hall of the Sir Christopher Wren Building on the campus of William & Mary.

Annaleigh Ashford, SOME LIKE IT HOT, LEOPOLDSTADT & More Win 2023 Drama League Awards by Nicole Rosky - May 19, 2023

Today, May 19, the best of Broadway gathers to celebrate the 89TH Annual Drama League Awards, which will be held at the Ziegfeld Ballroom. Check back to find out who will win!

Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 5/14/23 by - May 16, 2023

Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 5/14/2023.

SOME LIKE IT HOT, LEOPOLDSTADT & More Win 2023 Outer Critics Circle Awards by Nicole Rosky - May 16, 2023

The Outer Critics Circle (OCC), the official organization of writers on New York theatre for out-of-town newspapers and national publications, is pleased to announce the winners of the 72nd Annual Outer Critics Circle Awards, honoring the 2022-2023 Broadway and Off-Broadway season. Find out who won here!

Wake Up With BWW 5/15: Tony Awards Will Not Air on June 11, Plus a Message From Suzy Eddie Izzard by - May 15, 2023

Top stories: The Tony Awards will not air on the planned date of June 11 due to the WGA strike, plus watch a message from Suzy Eddie Izzard in honor of BroadwayWorld's 20th anniversary!

New Musical and Play Workshops, Free Readings & More Set for Vassar College's 37th Powerhouse Theater Season by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2023

Vassar College has announced the lineup for the 37th Powerhouse Theater Season. The annual summer season brings together some of todayʼs most influential theatrical voices and welcomes the next generation of theater artists as members of the renowned Powerhouse Theater Training Program.

Video: Broadway's Best Dancers Come Out to Celebrate Their Chita Rivera Awards Nominations by BroadwayWorld TV - May 9, 2023

On May 22, Broadway's best dancers and choreographers will gather at the NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts (566 LaGuardia Place off Washington Square Park) to celebrate the 2023 Chita Rivera Awards. In this video, watch as performers from Dancin', & Juliet, A Beautiful Noise, New York, New York, Some Like It Hot, and more come out to celebrate their nominations. Check out a full list of nominees here!

Broadway By Design: Bartelme, Jung, Grill & Ross Bring DANCIN' from Page to Stage by Team BWW - May 10, 2023

We continue Broadway By Design with the creatives from Broadway's iconic celebration of dance, Bob Fosse's Dancin'- Costume Designers Reid Bartelme and Harriet Jung, Lighting Designer David Grill, and Video Designer Finn Ross.

BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN' Plays Final Performance on Broadway by Nicole Rosky - May 14, 2023

The Broadway revival of Bob Fosse's DANCIN' will play its final Broadway performance on Sunday, May 14, 2023, following 17 preview performances and 65 regular performances.

Everything We Know So Far About the 76th Annual Tony Awards by Team BWW - May 21, 2023

Broadway's biggest night is back in 2023! The Tony Awards, Broadway's most beloved tradition, returns this June, honoring theater professionals for distinguished achievement in the 2023/2023 Broadway season. What can you expect this time around? We've got the scoop!

Dancin' FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Prologue (Hot August Night)
Crunchy Granola Suite
Mr. Bojangles
Chaconne
Percussion
Ionisation
I Wanna Be a Dancin' Man
Big Noise from Winnetka
If It Feels Good, Let It Ride
Easy
I've Got Them Feelin' Too Good Today Blues
Was Dog a Doughnut
Sing, Sing, Sing
Here You Come Again
Gary Owen
Under the Double Eagle
When Johnny Comes Marching Home
Rally Round the Flag
Pack Up Your Troubles in Your Old Kit Bag
Stars and Stripes Forever
Yankee Doodle Disco
Dancin'
Yankee Doodle Boy
Stout Hearted Men
Dixie
Dancin' has had 6 productions including Broadway which opened in 1978, Broadway which opened in 1978, US Tour which opened in 1979, West End which opened in 1983, Broadway which opened in 2011 and Broadway which opened in 2023.
Best Musical , , Best Choreography for Bob Fosse, Best Costume Design for Willa KimBest Direction of a Musical for Bob Fosse and Best Lighting Design for Jules Fisher .
Best Choreography for Bob Fosse, Best Costume Design for Willa Kim, Best Direction of a Musical for Bob Fosse, Best Lighting Design for Jules Fisher , .
Dancin' has been nominated for the Lighting Design award at The Hewes Awards for Jules Fisher.
Dancin' has won the Lighting Design award at The Hewes Awards for Jules Fisher.

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