Five Guys Named Moe

Ages: 8+
Opened: October 22, 1990
Closing: unknown

Five Guys Named Moe - 1990 - West End Tickets, News, Info & More

Five Guys Named Moe uses the music of Louis Jordan and other r&b/blues/jazz artists from the 1940s-1950s. Jordan, known as "The King of the Jukebox," was one of music's first crossover artists, topping both the R&B and mainstream pop charts numerous times throughout his career. Jordan is also known for pioneering "jump blues," a mix of jazz, blues and boogie-woogie music.

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Full Cast Set For the UK and Ireland Tour of HAMILTON by Stephi Wild - Sep 21, 2023

Full Casting Announced for HAMILTON UK and Ireland Tour, opening at the Manchester Palace Theatre on Saturday 11 November 2023. Find out who is starring in the show and learn more about the upcoming tour here!

Jennifer Westfeldt Will Lead WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME at Kansas City Repertory Theatre by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2023

Kansas City Repertory Theatre announces the cast for 'What the Constitution Means to Me.' Get tickets at the Box Office or visit www.KCRep.org. Contact Ellen McDonald at 816-213-4355 or publicity@kcrep.org for more information.

TEACHING A ROBOT TO LOVE Adds Zachary A. Myers, Travis McElroy, And More To The Cast by A.A. Cristi - Sep 13, 2023

Zachary A. Meyers (A Strange Loop) and Travis McElroy ('My Brother, My Brother and Me' podcast) join the cast of Teaching A Robot to Love. The performance will be on Sunday, October 15th at 7pm at The Green Room 42, Green Fig, Fourth Floor, Yotel NYC, 570 Tenth Avenue (at 42nd Street), New York, NY 10036.

Photos: First Look at MNM's FIVE GUYS NAMED MOE at The Kravis Center by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 9, 2023

Check out photos of MNM Theatre Company's latest production here!

BERNIE DIETER'S CLUB KABARETT is the Inaugural Production at Underbelly Boulevard, Soho by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2023

Underbelly has announced that BERNIE DIETER’S CLUB KABARETT will be the inaugural production at Underbelly Boulevard, Soho. Learn more about the production, this new venue, and how to purchase tickets here!

The West End Sings Whitney Houston at The Crazy Coqs by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2023

The Crazy Coqs continues its season of new shows from the heart of the glittering West End, each with a different musical theme. Join in for a celebration of the biggest songs of Whitney Houston. Learn more about the concert here!

Charity Angel Dawson, Dee Roscioli & More to Perform in BROADWAY MEMORIES at The Argyle Theatre by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 7, 2023

Discover the incredible lineup of music, theatre, and comedy events happening at The Argyle Theatre on Long Island. Get all the details on dates, showtimes, and how to purchase tickets for these exciting performances. Don't miss out on the best in entertainment!

MNM Theatre Company's FIVE GUYS NAMED MOE Features Dreyfoos School of the Arts Alumni by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2023

MNM Theatre Company’s Five Guys Named Moe will feature the talents of a number of Dreyfoos School of the Arts alumni.  The show, which will run from September 8th through September 24th in the Rinker Playhouse at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts features the music of Jazz legend Louis Jordan.

Natalie Shaw, Maya Petropoulos, and More to Star in MEAN GIRLS North American Tour - Full Cast Announced! by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 21, 2023

The tour opens on September 26 at the Landmark Theatre in Syracuse, NY. From there, it continues to the Kimmel Cultural Campus in Philadelphia, PA before visiting various cities across North America. Find out all the details on who has joined the cast!

Underbelly Invite You To SOPHIE'S SURPRISE 29TH Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2023 by A.A. Cristi - Aug 4, 2023

Underbelly cordially invite you to Sophie's Surprise 29th at this year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival - the wildest house party you'll ever go to. 

Weston Theater Company Announces SINGIN' IN THE RAIN by A.A. Cristi - Jul 31, 2023

Weston Theater Company takes audiences on an enchanting journey back to Hollywood's golden age in SINGIN' IN THE RAIN. The production will take place at Weston's Walker Farm theater due to the damage wrought in The Playhouse by this month's devastating floods.

(mostly)musicals GAME ON Levels Up With New Additions to its Roster by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2023

Let the games begin! On July 25th, (mostly)musicals returns to Upstairs at the Federal with music director Gregory Nabours for a show that's not just PLAYing around! From video games to mind games, games of chance, skill, and the heart are all part of our 47th edition.

MNM Theatre Company's FIVE GUYS NAMED MOE Opens at The Kravis Center in September by Stephi Wild - Jul 18, 2023

MNM Theatre Company will present Five Guys Named Moe, playwright Clarke Peters exciting, exhilarating, and exuberantly loving tribute to Jazz legend Louis Jordan and his music from September 8th through September 24th in the Rinker Playhouse at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts.

Charleston Gaillard Center Reveals Full Casting for World Premiere of FINDING FREEDOM: THE JOURNEY OF ROBERT SMALLS by Stephi Wild - Jul 12, 2023

Charleston Gaillard Center has announced the full cast for the world premiere of Finding Freedom: The Journey of Robert Smalls, written by Teralyn Reiter and directed by JaMeeka Holloway.

BUDDY: THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY Comes to Weston Theater Company by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2023

Weston Theater Company takes audiences for a musical ride chronicling Buddy Holly’s rise to fame in BUDDY: THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY, playing June 28 - July 16 at The Playhouse stage. 

Video: Go Inside Rehearsal for DISNEY'S BEAUTY & THE BEAST at The Muny by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 11, 2023

Check out a sneak peek video of the first day of rehearsal for Disney's Beauty & the Beast at The Muny, starring Ashley Blanchet, Ben Crawford, Claybourne Elder, Ann Harada, and more!

The Muny's DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Announces Full Cast, Design, and Production Teams by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 11, 2023

The Muny has announced its full cast, design and production teams for the Muny family favorite Disney's Beauty and the Beast, June 22 -30.

Ivo Van Hove's Production of A LITTLE LIFE Will Be Screened in Cinemas Across the UK and Europe by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2023

 Ivo van Hove's English language première of Hanya Yanagihara's critically acclaimed prize-winning novel, A Little Life, comes to cinemas across the UK and selected European countries on 28 September 2023.

Underbelly and Soho Estates Launch Underbelly's First Permanent Venue, Underbelly Boulevard by Stephi Wild - Jun 8, 2023

Underbelly and Soho Estates have announced that Soho Estates have agreed to lease the Boulevard Theatre to Underbelly, which will become Underbelly's first ever permanent venue, UNDERBELLY BOULEVARD.

Chuck Cooper, Cady Huffman, and More to Appear at TRUSPEAK: HEAR OUR VOICES! Virtual Benefit Gala in June by Blair Ingenthron - May 28, 2023

Theatre Resources Unlimited (TRU) has announced the star-studded cast of  TRUSPEAK… HEAR OUR VOICES!, an evening to raise awareness of current social issues, as well as awareness of the work TRU has been doing for the theater community for over 30 years.

Now Hiring: Sound & Video Supervisor, Special Events Coordinator & More - BWW Classifieds by - May 11, 2023

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 5/11/2023 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

Gordon Clapp of NYPD BLUE to Star in TOMMY AND ME at Bucks County Playhouse by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 3, 2023

Emmy-winner and Tony-nominee Gordon Clapp, who played Detective Greg Medavoy for all 12 seasons on ABC’s “NYPD Blue,” will star as Tommy McDonald in a new production of Ray Didinger’s “Tommy and Me,” at Bucks County Playhouse, May 19 through June 17.

Now Hiring: Costume Technician, Assistant General Manager, & More - BWW Classifieds by - Apr 27, 2023

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 4/27/2023 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

Ashley Blanchet, Ben Crawford, and More Will Lead BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at The Muny by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2023

The Muny has announced that Ashley Blanchet, Ben Crawford, Claybourne Elder, Ann Harada, Kelvin Moon Loh, Eric Jordan Young, Holly Ann Butler, Tommy Bracco, Harrison White, Debby Lennon and Michael Hobin will star in the magical production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast, June 22 - 30, 2023.

Declan Spaine and More Join the Cast of HAMILTON in the West End by Stephi Wild - Apr 25, 2023

New casting has been announced for Hamilton in the West End, who will have their first performance at the Victoria Palace Theatre on 19 June 2023 where tickets are currently on sale to 2 March 2024.

Christine Dwyer, Gerald Caesar, Brian Charles Johnson And More Will Lead THE PRETTY PANTS BANDIT at 54 Below by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2023

54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents Christine Dwyer in The Pretty Pants Bandit on May 23rd, 2023 at 9:30pm. From housewife to hero, Marie Baker, her gang, and one infamous pair of guns took the country for a year-long ride that would make headlines. Notoriously leaving the men she robbed with their pants down, her evolution became a revolution.

THE OCTOBER STORM Chicago Premiere to be Presented at Raven Theatre in May by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2023

Raven Theatre will conclude its 40th Anniversary Season with the Chicago premiere of The October Storm, by Joshua Allen, a follow up to Allen’s smash-hit The Last Pair of Earlies.

Scott Barrow, Kathleen Chalfant & More to Star in HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES at Shakespeare Theatre Company by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 12, 2023

Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team for the upcoming production of Tectonic Theater Project's Here There Are Blueberries. 

AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' to Open Ebony Repertory Theatre 15th Anniversary Season by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 29, 2023

Ebony Repertory Theatre will present the Tony Award-winning musical AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’ as its 15th Anniversary Season Opening Production. 

Video: Kelly Clarkson Has Something to Say About Billy Porter's Cover of 'Stronger' by Nicole Rosky - Mar 14, 2023

As BroadwayWorld reported last week, on a recent episode of NBC's That's My Jam, Tony winner Billy Porter took the stage to perform a one-of-a-kind gospel version of Kelly Clarkson. Now, Kelly has something to say about the performance.

Video: Billy Porter Covers Kelly Clarkson's 'Stronger' on THAT'S MY JAM by Michael Major - Mar 10, 2023

Billy Porter is appearing on the upcoming episode of NBC's That's My Jam, alongside Patti LaBelle, Darren Criss and Sarah Hyland. The four Broadway alums will compete in a series of music, dance and trivia-based games and musical performances. Watch a video of Porter singing a Gospel rendition of Kelly Clarkson's 'Stronger' now!

Ivo Van Hove's English Language World Première of A LITTLE LIFE Extends at The Savoy Theatre by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2023

Due to record-breaking demand at Richmond Theatre and the Harold Pinter Theatre, Wessex Grove, Gavin Kalin Productions and Playful Productions today announce that Ivo van Hove's English language première of Hanya Yanagihara's critically acclaimed prize-winning novel, A Little Life, will now play a further five weeks only at the Savoy Theatre from 4 July.

Saint Aubyn, Stanley Wayne Mathis & More to Lead PERSONALITY: THE LLOYD PRICE MUSICAL Chicago Premiere by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2023

Personality: The Lloyd Price Musical has announced the cast for the show’s Chicago premiere. See who is starring, and how to purchase tickets!

Cast Announced For The Acting Company's Reading of BILLY STRAYHORN: SOMETHING TO LIVE FOR by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2023

The Acting Company has announced casting for their reading of Billy Strayhorn: Something to Live For, produced, by special arrangement with Steven Tabakin/Swee Pea LLC, as part of The Acting Company's annual Louanna O. Carlin & John MacDonald Reading Series. 

Drew Gehling and Jacques C. Smith Join Anika Larsen For NYCCT’s MEET THE PARENT Discussion Series by Stephi Wild - Feb 7, 2023

New York City Children's Theater  will host their second live stream of the MEET THE PARENT discussion series for their 26th season, hosted by Broadway actress ANIKA LARSEN with guests DREW GEHLING and JACQUES C. SMITH.

Photos: Go Inside (mostly)musicals' SONGS FOR A HAPPY NEW VENUE by A.A. Cristi - Feb 2, 2023

On Tuesday, January 10th (mostly)musicals kicked off their 9th season with their annual Happy New Year show, featuring Gregory Nabours and a stellar lineup of talent from Broadway and LA. Their 44th edition took the stage in front of a full house at their NEW venue – the Knitting Factory NoHo (Upstairs at the Federal)! Scroll down for photos of the show and celebration!

Full Cast Announced for LEWBERGER & THE WIZARD OF FRIENDSHIP: THE MUSICAL Off-Broadway by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2023

Five cast members are joining Keith Habersberger, Alex Lewis, and Hughie Stone Fish in Lewberger & The Wizard of Friendship: The Musical. See how to purchase tickets!

VIDEO: Billy Porter & James Corden Do 'Toddlerography' to Harry Styles on THE LATE LATE SHOW by Michael Major - Jan 27, 2023

Billy Porter appeared on a new episode of The Late Late Show with James Corden for a new sketch. In the video, Porter and Corden attend a dance class taught by some 'fierce' and 'ruthless' instructors: a group of toddlers. Watch Billy Porter and James Corden do 'toddlerography' to 'As It Was' by Harry Styles now!

Winter Park Playhouse Announces 2023 - 2024 Mainstage Series by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 22, 2023

The Winter Park Playhouse, Central Florida's professional musical theatre, has announced their 2023-2024 Mainstage Series of musical productions. This new lineup of productions boasts a wide variety of Broadway and Off-Broadway hits and regional premieres for the Central Florida area. 

Michael Andreaus, E. Clayton Cornelious & More Join AINT TOO PROUD National Tour by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 19, 2023

The First National Tour of AINT TOO PROUD-THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS is welcoming a new Otis Williams, Paul Williams, and additional cast. See how to purchase tickets!

Giffords Circus' LES ENFANTS DU PARADIS to Tour the UK Beginning April 2023 by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2023

Giffords Circus has revealed the name of it’s 2023 show: Les Enfants du Paradis will take inspiration from French Romanticism in the mid-19th Century.

Additional Casting Announced For (mostly)musicals' Happy New Year Show by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2023

On Tuesday January 10th, kick off (mostly)musicals' 9th season with Gregory Nabours and a stellar lineup of talent from Broadway and LA in their annual HAPPY New Year show! Who says January needs to be dull? Keep your holiday sparkle going with mmLA in a NEW venue - the Knitting Factory NoHo (Upstairs at the Federal)!

Playhouse Theatre Academy to Hold INTRO TO PLAYWRITING Workshop For Adults by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 31, 2022

INTRO TO PLAYWRITING for Adults, taught by Peter DeNegre will begin on January 11, 2023 at the 224 EcoSpace in Hartford, and runs for eight weeks (Wednesdays, 6:30-8pm).

New Musical HAD IT BLUE, Directed by Jerry Dixon, Wins Top Prize at New York Theater Festival by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 29, 2022

New York Theater Festival has announced the new musical HAD IT BLUE as its 2022 Winterfest winner for Best Production.   

Celebrate The New Year In A New Location With (MOSTLY)MUSICALS by A.A. Cristi - Dec 27, 2022

On Tuesday January 10th, join award-winning composer and music director Gregory Nabours and amulti-faceted lineup of talent from LA and Broadway for (mostly)musicals' annual HAPPY New Year show - keep the holiday sparkle going into January!

DES MOINES Starring Michael Shannon & More Extends at TFANA by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 21, 2022

Theatre for a New Audience has announced the extension of the Off-Broadway premiere of Denis Johnson’s Des Moines. The final play from the late author now runs through January 8, 2023 (extended from an original closing date of January 1).

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Phoenix Awards; TheaterWorks Leads Favorite Local Theatre! by BWW - Dec 19, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Phoenix Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards; Playhouse on Park Leads Favorite Local Theatre! by BWW - Dec 19, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Central Pennsylvania Awards; Ephrata Performing Arts Center Leads Favorite Local Theatre! by BWW - Dec 19, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Central Pennsylvania Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Five Guys Named Moe FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Early in the Morning
Five Guys Named Moe
Beware, Brother, Beware
I Like 'Em Fat Like That
Messy Bessy
Pettin' and Pokin'
Life Is So Peculiar
I Know What I've Got
Azure Te
Safe, Sane and Single
Push Ka Pi Shee Pie
Saturday Night Fish Fry
What's the Use of Getting Sober
If I Had Any Sense
Dad Gum Your Hide Boy
Let the Good Times Roll
Reet, Petite and Gone
Caldonia
Ain't Nobody Here But Us Chickens
Don't Let the Sun Catch You Crying
Choo, Choo, Ch'Boogie
Look Out, Sister
Hurry Home
Is You Is or Is You Ain't Ma' Baby?
Early In The Morning
Five Guys Named Moe
Brother Beware
I Like Them Fat Like That
Messy Bessy
Pettin' And Pokin'/Life Is So Peculiar
I Know What I've Got/Azure-Te
Safe, Sane, And Single
Push Ka Pi She Pie
Saturday Night Fish Fry
What's The Use Of Gettin' Sober/If I Had Any Sense I'd Go Back Home
Dad Gum Your Hide Boy
The Cabaret: Five Guys Reprise/Let The Good Times Roll/Reet, Petite, And Gone
Caldonia
Ain't Nobody Here But Us Chickens
Don't Let The Sun Catch You Crying
Choo Choo Ch'Boogie
Look Out Sister
Is You Is Or Is You Ain't My Baby?
Five Guys Named Moe has had 6 productions including London Fringe which opened in 1990, West End which opened in 1990, Broadway which opened in 1992, Broadway which opened in 1992, West End which opened in 1995 and West End which opened in 2017.
Five Guys Named Moe has been nominated for several awards. These include Best Director of a Musical at the Olivier Awards for Charles Augins, Best Entertainment at the Olivier Awards for Clarke Peters, and Best Theatre Choreographer at the Olivier Awards for Charles Augins.
Five Guys Named Moe has won several awards. It received the Olivier Award for Best Director of a Musical for Charles Augins, the Olivier Award for Best Entertainment for Clarke Peters, and the Olivier Award for Best Theatre Choreographer for Charles Augins.

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