Donnybrook!

Opened: May 18, 1961

Donnybrook! - 1961 - Broadway History , Info & More

46th Street Theatre
226 W.46th St. New York, NY

Based on the film The Quiet Man with screenplay by Frank S. Nugent


Based on the short story of same name by Maurice Walsh

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Australian Theatre Festival NYC Unveils 2023 Season Featuring 3 Plays, a Cabaret & More by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2023

Discover the exciting lineup of the Australian Theatre Festival NYC 2023 Season, featuring a diverse range of performances, industry panels, and community parties. Mark your calendars for this week-long celebration of Australian artists and stories in New York City. Don't miss out on the biggest festival yet this November!

Cast Announced for Third Season of TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD Tour; First Look! by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2023

The complete cast has been announced for the third touring season of the First National Tour of tTo Kill a Mockingbird. Learn more about the cast and check out all new photos here!

Delfeayo Marsalis and the Uptown Jazz Orchestra, Courtney Wright Big Band, and More to Play Birdland by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 22, 2023

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced jazz programming running July 24 through August 6.

Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati Presents Regional Premiere Drama MORNING SUN, February 25 �" March 19, 2023 by A.A. Cristi - Feb 7, 2023

Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati will present the regional premiere drama Morning Sun. Deeply felt and gorgeously imagined by Tony winner Simon Stephens (The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time), experience the first regional premiere production of this new play following its successful New York debut. This gutsy portrait of unsung woman plays February 25–March 19, 2023. Directed by D. Lynn Meyers.

Review: BARRACKING FOR THE UMPIRE at Subiaco Arts Centre by David Bravos - Oct 18, 2022

The crux of BARRACKING FOR THE UMPIRE puts AFL in a different light, one that is swiftly becoming worryingly relevant. This heart-warming and humourous look at country life is a gorgeous debut play from the multi-talented Andrea Gibbs, and one that offers plenty for theatre fans and sports fans alike.

BARRACKING FOR THE UMPIRE Comes to Subiaco Arts Centre by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2022

From the wickedly funny mind of comedienne Andrea Gibbs (ABC Weekend presenter, Barefaced Stories) comes Barracking for the Umpire. 

Carnegie Hall to Present ACROSS THE STARS: THE MUSIC OF JOHN WILLIAMS by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2022

Carnegie Hall will present renowned conductor-composer John Williams, celebrated violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter, and the legendary Philadelphia Orchestra in Across The Stars: The Music of John Williams, a one-night-only gala performance on Thursday, April 21 at 7:00 p.m. 

Sunday Morning Michael Dale: THE BAKER'S WIFE Sublimely Returns and ANYONE CAN WHISTLE's Satire Remains Uncomfortably Relevant by Michael Dale - Mar 13, 2022

This week I saw productions of two decades-old musicals, each written by one of theatre's great composer/lyricists, which, in their original productions, ran a combined total of nine performances on Broadway.

Irish Rep Announces Winter 2022 Season by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 4, 2022

Irish Repertory Theatre announced today two productions, two special one-night-only performances and one streaming event for their upcoming winter 2022 season.

Robert Petkoff, Matt Cavenaugh, and More Join RAGTIME in Concert from Link Theatre Co. & Delta Symphony Orchestra by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2021

The Link Theatre Company in collaboration with the Delta Symphony Orchestra will present a concert version of the acclaimed Broadway musical, Ragtime, written by the award-winning composer/lyricist team of Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, and Tony Award-winning playwright, Terrence McNally.

Kate Rockwell, J. Harrison Ghee, Natascia Diaz, Emily Skinner, Kendra Kassenbaum and More Will Lead The Muny's 2021 Summer Season by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2021

After what will be a 23-month intermission, The Muny's 103rd season will open with the Muny premiere of Smokey Joe's Cafe, followed by The Sound of Music, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, On Your Feet! and Chicago.

BWW Review: Porchlight Music Theatre's NEW FACES SING BROADWAY 1961 by Rachel Weinberg - Apr 19, 2021

With NEW FACES SING BROADWAY 1961, Porchlight Music Theatre has put together a program that will satisfy the cravings of those who desperately miss live musical theater.

Virtual Theatre This Weekend: March 6-7- with Eva Noblezada, Jeremy Jordan and More! by Nicole Rosky - Mar 6, 2021

Broadway might be dark, but that doesn't mean that theatre isn't happening everywhere! Below, check out where you can get your daily fix of Broadway this weekend, March 6-7, 2021.

Virtual Theatre This Weekend: February 27-28- with Brian Stokes Mitchell, Alex Newell and More! by Nicole Rosky - Feb 27, 2021

Broadway might be dark, but that doesn't mean that theatre isn't happening everywhere! Below, check out where you can get your daily fix of Broadway this weekend, February 27-28, 2020.

Virtual Theatre Today: Tuesday, February 16- with Patrick Page, Robert Cuccioli and More! by Nicole Rosky - Feb 16, 2021

Today (February 16) in live streaming: Laura Osnes sings with Seth Rudetsky, Josh Groban in concert, and more!

Virtual Theatre Today: Friday, February 12- with Laura Osnes, Paolo Montalbán and More! by Nicole Rosky - Feb 12, 2021

Today (February 12) in live streaming: soap stars unite on Stars in the House, Laura Osnes visits Backstage Live, and more!

Virtual Theatre Today: Thursday, February 4- with Susan Lucci, Shaina Taub and More! by Nicole Rosky - Feb 4, 2021

Today (February 4) in live streaming: All My Children on Stars in the House, a CSC conversation with Shaina Taub, and more!

Irish Rep Announces THEATRE @ HOME WINTER FESTIVAL Featuring Melissa Errico, Max von Essen, Ali Ewoldt and More by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2021

Irish Repertory Theatre has announced their Theatre @ Home Winter Festival, a four-week repertory retrospective of all of the original digital productions created by Irish Repertory Theatre during the COVID-19 shut-down, from January 26 – February 21, 2021.

Sterling K. Brown and Ryan Michelle Bathé Join Ellie Kemper and Over Two Dozen Readers For Metro Theater Company's A CHRISTMAS CAROL by Stephi Wild - Nov 30, 2020

Award-winning actors/producers Sterling K. Brown (This Is Us, Frozen 2) and Ryan Michelle Bathé (Sylvie's Love, All Rise) join Emmy nominee Ellie Kemper (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, The Office) and more than 25 outstanding St. Louisans as readers for Metro Theater Company's upcoming virtual holiday event, A Christmas Carol: A St. Louis Virtual Holiday Reading.

Canadian Online Jazz Festival Full Schedule Announced by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2020

From November 8 to 15, 2020, be a part of history as Jazz Festivals across the country join forces to present top jazz talent performing online. From coast to coast, over a dozen Festivals have collaborated to bring all Canadians together in an effort to unite us in our love of jazz music.

Irish Repertory Theatre Announces Online 2020 Fall Season by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2020

Irish Repertory Theatre has announced its Online 2020 Fall Season. This fall will feature five Performances on Screen.

Belle Aykroyd, Robert Cuccioli and More to Star in Irish Rep's for A TOUCH OF THE POET; Full Cast & Creative Team Announced by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2020

Irish Repertory Theatre (Charlotte Moore, Artistic Director and Ciarán O'Reilly, Producing Director) has announced the full cast & creative team for A Touch of the Poet by Eugene O'Neill and directed by Ciarán O'Reilly (Dublin Carol). Performances will begin on the Francis J. Greenberger Mainstage on March 25, 2020, with opening night set for April 5, for a run through May 10, 2020.

ShakesBEER Celebrates 30 Years by Julie Musbach - Aug 21, 2019

New York Shakespeare Exchange (NYSX) announces the 30th consecutive NYC original Shakespearean Pub Crawl: ShakesBEER turns 30! on September 7 & 14, 2019 from 3-6 PM.

John Williams Adapts And Records His Iconic Movie Themes For Brand-New Album by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2019

Legendary film composer John Williams conducts a brand-new album of many of his beloved movie themes in stunning new adaptations written especially for his superstar violinist friend and collaborator Anne-Sophie Mutter. Recorded in Hollywood, Across the Stars will be released on 30 August on Deutsche Grammophon and includes familiar themes from blockbuster films including Star Wars and Harry Potter, as never heard before.

Stage Door Records Launch 'Lost Broadway' Album Series by Stephi Wild - May 3, 2019

Following the critically acclaimed 'Lost West End' album series, Stage Door Records present the launch of 'Lost Broadway', a new series of albums that will focus on celebrating Broadway's forgotten and obscure musicals. With each album dedicated to specific years in Broadway history, the 'Lost Broadway' series launches with 'Lost Broadway 1961', a particularly abundant year in the Broadway calendar for musicals whose residencies were short lived but deserve not to be forgotten.

Full Cast Revealed for 5th Ave's New Ahrens and Flaherty Musical MARIE, DANCING STILL by Julie Musbach - Mar 6, 2019

The 5th Avenue Theatre has announced full casting for its production of Marie, Dancing Still - A New Musical, the gorgeous new work from Tony Award-winning authors Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Ragtime, Once On This Island) and five-time Tony Award-winning director and choreographer Susan Stroman (The Producers, Contact).

Ensemble Theatre Presents Regional Premiere Comedy A DOLL'S HOUSE, PART 2 by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2019

Nora's back, and this time, she's kicking down the door! Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati presents the regional premiere of the scintillating comedy that's sweeping the nation, A Doll's House, Part 2. Nominated for eight Tony Awards, Lucas Hnath's completely unauthorized sequel to Ibsen's theatrical classic is a thoughtful and contemporary commentary on marriage and how the roles of women have-and haven't-changed over time. Playing March 2-30, 2019. Directed by Regina Pugh. Production Sponsor is John Goering.

Photo Coverage: Meet the Cast of FIERCELY INDEPENDENT at Soho Playhouse by Walter McBride - Feb 13, 2019

FIERCELY INDEPENDENT - a new play by Tony winner Kathleen K. Johnson - will be given its world premiere Off-Broadway at the Soho Playhouse (15 Vandam St. in Manhattan), with preview performances beginning March 1 prior to an official press opening March 6.   FIERCELY INDEPENDENT will play a five-week limited engagement through April 7, it has been announced by producer Michael Guccione. 

Kathleen K. Johnson's FIERCELY INDEPENDENT Set For SoHo Playhouse by Julie Musbach - Feb 5, 2019

FIERCELY INDEPENDENT - a new play by Tony winner Kathleen K. Johnson - will be given its world premiere Off-Broadway at the SoHo Playhouse (15 Vandam St. in Manhattan), with preview performances beginning March 1 prior to an official press opening March 6.   FIERCELY INDEPENDENT will play a five-week limited engagement through April 7, it has been announced by producer Michael Guccione. 

James Badge Dale To Star in Starz's HIGHTOWN by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 8, 2019

James Badge Dale has been cast as the male lead in Hightown, Starz's drama series from Rebecca Cutter, Gary Lennon and Jerry Bruckheimer TV. According to Deadline, Dale will star opposite Monica Raymund.

Jenny Powers and Matt Cavenaugh to Lead FALL MUNY MAGIC by Julie Musbach - Aug 28, 2018

The Muny concludes its century of celebration with the seventh installment of its bi-annual concert series, Muny Magic at The Sheldon.

Fantastic Fest's Second Wave Lineup Features the Premiere of Jamie Lee Curtis' HALLOWEEN by Kaitlin Milligan - Aug 22, 2018

Blasting off the festival in its 14th year will be the U.S. Premiere of David Gordon Green's razor-sharp new contribution to the HALLOWEEN canon with legendary actor Jamie Lee Curtis—along with HALLOWEEN producers Malek Akkad, Jason Blum and Bill Block in attendance! Curtis returns to her iconic role as Laurie Strode, who comes to her final confrontation with Michael Myers, the masked figure who has haunted her since she narrowly escaped his killing spree on Halloween night four decades ago.

DONNYBROOK to Open the TIFF's 2018 Platform Programme by Kaitlin Milligan - Aug 8, 2018

The Toronto International Film Festival® announced today that the World Premiere of Donnybrook, the powerful new film from Tim Sutton (Memphis, Dark Night) will be the opening film of the Festival's Platform programme. Starring Frank Grillo, Margaret Qualley, James Badge Dale and Jamie Bell, the film is Sutton's fourth directorial effort, most ambitious project to date, and his first title at the Festival.

The Toronto International Film Festival Announces Lineup For 2018 Platform Programme by Kaitlin Milligan - Aug 8, 2018

The Toronto International Film Festival® unveiled today the 12 feature films that comprise the Platform lineup for 2018, marking a year rich in distinct voices and assured directorial efforts that address difficult subject matters unflinchingly. Ranging from period pieces to police dramas, and even incorporating elements of sci-fi, the films in this year's lineup also stand out for the variety of genres they explore and the number of complex contemporary anxieties they consider.

Ben Davis to Join the Cast of Irish Rep's ON A CLEAR DAY YOU CAN SEE FOREVER by Julie Musbach - Jul 23, 2018

Irish Repertory Theatre announced today that Ben Davis (Violet, A Little Night Music) will join the cast of ON A CLEAR DAY YOU CAN SEE FOREVER in the role of "Dr. Mark Bruckner" beginning Thursday, August 9.

ON A CLEAR DAY YOU CAN SEE FOREVER Extends Through September 6 by Julie Musbach - Jul 11, 2018

Irish Repertory Theatre announces an extension for ON A CLEAR DAY YOU CAN SEE FOREVER, which features music by Burton Lane and book and lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner.

BWW TV: Watch a Preview of the Cast of Irish Rep's ON A CLEAR DAY YOU CAN SEE FOREVER by BroadwayWorld TV - Jun 14, 2018

Irish Repertory Theatre's ON A CLEAR DAY YOU CAN SEE FOREVER begins performances tomorrow, June 15! The show stars Tony Award-nominee Stephen Bogardus (Bright Star), John Cudia (The Phantom of the Opera), and Tony Award-nominee Melissa Errico (Finian's Rainbow). ON A CLEAR DAY features music by Burton Laneand book and lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner. BroadwayWorld has preview of the cast in action. Check it out below!

ON A CLEAR DAY Pay $11.90 at Irish Rep with Ticket Sale by Julie Musbach - Jun 14, 2018

Irish Repertory Theatre (Charlotte Moore, Artistic Director and Ciaran O'Reilly, Producing Director) is proud to announce that a limited number of $11.90 tickets to ON A CLEAR DAY YOU CAN SEE FOREVER will be available exclusively via TodayTix.

Kathy Fitzgerald, Dan DeLuca, and More Complete Cast for The Muny's MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS by Julie Musbach - Jun 1, 2018

The Muny announced today its full cast, design and production teams for the theatre's centennial season closing production of Meet Me In St. Louis, August 4 - 12. 

Carolee Carmello, Kara Lindsay, Ken Page and More Announced For 2018 Broadway At Music Circus Season in Sacramento by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2018

After auditioning performers in New York City, Los Angeles and Sacramento, Broadway Sacramento has confirmed casting for the six shows in the 68th Broadway At Music Circus season. The casts include a number of Broadway veterans-some of whom are making their Broadway At Music Circus debuts-and audience favorites from previous Broadway At Music Circus productions.

Muny Announces Full Cast and Creative for JEROME ROBBINS' BROADWAY by Julie Musbach - May 23, 2018

The Muny announced today its full cast, design and production teams for the theater's opening centennial season show, Jerome Robbin's Broadway. In its first production ever in the world since its original Broadway and national tour productions, Jerome Robbins' Broadway will run June 11 - 17.

The National To Release BOXER LIVE IN BRUSSELS July 13 by Macon Prickett - May 22, 2018

To celebrate the 10-year anniversary of their acclaimed album Boxer, The National performed the record from beginning to end at a very special show in Brussels, Belgium on November 9th, 2017. The vinyl was released exclusively on Record Store Day, which sold out immediately. Now, on Friday, July 13th, the live LP will be released digitally and on CD. Listen to 'Fake Empire' HERE.

Stephen Bogardus, John Cudia, and Melissa Errico Will Lead ON A CLEAR DAY YOU CAN SEE FOREVER at Irish Rep by Julie Musbach - Apr 17, 2018

Irish Repertory Theatre (Charlotte Moore, Artistic Director and Ciaran O'Reilly, Producing Director) will present ON A CLEAR DAY YOU CAN SEE FOREVER, starring Tony Award-nominee Stephen Bogardus (Bright Star), John Cudia (The Phantom of the Opera), and Tony Award-nominee Melissa Errico (Finian's Rainbow) this summer. ON A CLEAR DAY features music by Burton Laneand book and lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner.

Heather Headley and Matthew Morrison to Host The Muny Centennial Gala Show by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2018

The Muny announced today that Tony and Grammy Award- winning artist Heather Headley and Tony, Emmy and Golden Globe Award-nominated artist Matthew Morrison will serve as co-hosts for The Muny's historic Centennial Gala show, An Evening with the Stars, May 18, 2018 at 9:15 p.m. at The Muny.

Exclusive Podcast: 'Behind the Curtain' Welcomes Legendary Choreographer Larry Fuller by Behind the Curtain - Feb 26, 2018

Grab your good friend Sweeney and snag a comfy seat on the 20th Century as Rob and Kevin speak to one of the most celebrated choreographers of the 1970s, Larry Fuller. Joining us via phone from his new home in Palm Springs, California, Larry looks back on a career that included appearances in the original productions ofTHE MUSIC MAN, DONNYBROOK, KEAN, BRAVO GIOVANNI, and FUNNY GIRL, plus choreographing the original productions of Hal Prince's A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC (film, ON THE 20TH CENTURY, SWEENEY TODD, EVITA, MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, and A DOLL'S LIFE.

Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati Announces Regional Premiere of RED VELVET by Julie Musbach - Feb 15, 2018

Take a journey to historical London with Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati's regional premiere of Red Velvet by Lolita Chakrabarti. In this endlessly captivating story, drama arises beyond the stage when a famous actor's talents are masked by the color of his skin. Based on the true story of Ira Aldridge, Red Velvet showcases the enduring power of the arts to push boundaries. Playing March 6 - March 31, 2018. Directed by Brian Isaac Phillips. Production Sponsor is The Schueler Group.

Jay Som Releases 7-Inch Today, Shares B-Side 'O.K., Meet Me Underwater' by Caryn Robbins - Jan 26, 2018

Jay Som - singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer Melina Duterte - released her breakout debut album Everybody Works to critical acclaim last year.

Jay Som Announces Pirouette 7-Inch Out 1/26 + Shares A-Side by BWW News Desk - Jan 26, 2018

Jay Som - singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer Melina Duterte - released her breakout debut album Everybody Works last year.

Frank Grillo & More Join Cast of Crime Thriller INTO THE ASHES by Caryn Robbins - Jan 19, 2018

It was announced today that Frank Grillo, Luke Grimes and Robert Taylor have been tapped to star in the crime thriller INTO THE ASHES

Gather 'Round the Table for Ensemble Theatre's THE HUMANS by Julie Musbach - Jan 12, 2018

Set the table and pull up a chair! Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati presents the regional premiere of the 2016 Tony Award Winner for Best Play, The Humans by Pulitzer Prize finalist Stephen Karam. This evocative drama brings a family face to face with their most familiar fears, and provides a poignant reminder of why we gather together. Featuring an all-star cast and an incredible two-story set, The Humans serves up trials, traditions, and turkey. Playing January 23 February 17, 2018. Directed by Michael Evan Haney. Production Sponsor is The Carol Ann and Ralph V. Haile, Jr./U.S. Bank Foundation.

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The Day the Snow Is Meltin'
Sad Was the Day
Donnybrook
Ellen Roe
Sunday Morning
The Loveable Irish
I Wouldn't Bet One Penny
He Makes Me Feel I'm Lovely
The Courting
I Have My Own Way
A Toast to the Bride
Wisha Wurra
A Quiet Life
Mr. Flynn
Hornpipe Dance
Dee-lightful Is the Word
For My Own
Dowdling
Donnybrook! has had 3 productions including Broadway which opened in 1961, Broadway which opened in 1961 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2013.

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