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High Society 1998

Opened: April 27, 1998
Closing: August 30, 1998

High Society - 1998 - Broadway History , Info & More

St. James Theatre (Broadway)
246 West 44th St. New York, NY

Based on the play The Philadelphia Story by Philip Barry


Based on the movie High Society owned by Turner Entertainment Co.

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Broadway Dims Marquees Tonight in Memory of John McMartin
by BWW News Desk - Jul 13, 2016


The Broadway community mourns the loss of five-time Tony Award-nominated actor John McMartin, who passed away on July 6th at age 86. The marquees of Broadway theaters in New York will be dimmed in his memory tonight, July 13, 2016, at exactly 7:45pm for one minute.

Broadway to Dim Lights This Week in Memory of John McMartin
by BWW News Desk - Jul 11, 2016


The Broadway community mourns the loss of five-time Tony Award-nominated actor John McMartin, who passed away on July 6th at age 86. The marquees of Broadway theaters in New York will be dimmed in his memory on Wednesday, July 13, 2016, at exactly 7:45pm for one minute.

Star of Stage and Screen, John McMartin Passes Away at 86
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 7, 2016


According to multiple reports, award-winning Broadway actor John McMartin has passed away at the age of 86. McMartin most recently appeared on Broadway in 2014's ALL THE WAY and the 2011 revival of ANYTHING GOES.

Anna Kendrick Reveals 'The Music Industry Seems Scary to Me'
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 27, 2014


Anna Kendrick talks about the highly anticipated big screen adaptation of INTO THE WOODS, recording an album and her upcoming projects.

INTO THE WOODS Anna Kendrick Gushes Over Meryl Streep's Singing Talent
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 26, 2014


Kendrick gushes over Streep's singing talents, first put on display in 2008's Mamma Mia!.

Anna Kendrick to Lead DreamWorks Animation's Musical Comedy TROLLS
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 16, 2014


Kendrick will play a princess named 'Poppy' in the animated musical, to be directed by Mike Mitchell.

VIDEO: First Look - Anna Kendrick Stars in HAPPY CHRISTMAS
by Caryn Robbins - May 20, 2014


Magnolia Pictures will celebrate Christmas this summer when Joe Swanberg's new film HAPPY CHRISTMAS hits theaters on July 25th.

VIDEO: Anna Kendrick Loves Her Desk Job in New Short Film THE CALL
by Tyler Peterson - May 13, 2014


Anna Kendrick, one of Fast Company's latest 100 Most Creative People in Business, partnered with the magazine for Eric Ogden's new short film THE CALL. Check out how she settles into taking on a desk job below!

Anna Kendrick, Sam Rockwell to Co-Star in MR. RIGHT
by Caryn Robbins - May 5, 2014


Sam Rockwell and Anna Kendrick have signed on to co-star in MR. RIGHT, from a script by Max Landis. Paco Cabezas will direct.

VIDEO: Anna Kendrick Sings, Dances & Spoofs 'Cups' on SNL
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 6, 2014


Below, watch the 'Pitch Perfect' star perform the musical numbers 'Dongs All Over the World' and 'French Dance', in which she spoofs the video for her own hit single, 'Cups.'

VIDEO: Anna Kendrick and the Ladys of SNL Parody TALK DIRTY
by Courtnie Mele - Apr 6, 2014


Anna Kendrick hosted last nights episode of Saturday Night Live. For one of the skits, Kendrick and the ladys of SNL parodied Jason Derulo's Talk Dirty. In the song, they sing about 'dongs all over the world.' At first, the concept may seem a little vulgar; however, there are many songs that focus on women's body parts. Watch the clip below and see what you think!

VIDEO: Anna Kendrick Channels Disney Princesses on SNL
by Courtnie Mele - Apr 6, 2014


Anna Kendrick hosted last night's episode of Saturday Night Live. Kendrick began the night channeling Belle from Disney's Beauty and the Beast. Before breaking out into song, she stated, 'I got my start in musical theatre. When I was ten, my dad took me to see Beauty on the Beast on Broadway and I just knew I wanted to be up there, so to be here on this New York stage is so incredibly exciting. It just feels like something out of a story book.' Later on, she did a Little Mermaid skit in which she played Ariel and sang modern day pop songs. Check below to watch both clips!

Anna Kendrick to Host Tonight's SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE
by Courtnie Mele - Apr 5, 2014


Anna Kendrick will be hosting tonight's episode of Saturday Night Live. Alongside Kendrick, seven-time Grammy Award winner Pharrell will make his first solo appearance as musical guest. Pharrell's sophomore album, 'G I R L' was released on March 3 and featured the Academy Award nominated song, 'Happy,' from the 'Despicable Me 2' soundtrack.

Photo Coverage: 60th Anniversary Party for the Actors' Equity Gypsy Robe
by Walter McBride - Oct 30, 2010


Actors Equity held a celebration for the 60th Anniversary of the Gypsy Robe on Monday night, October 25th at Sequoia on Pier 17 at the South Street Seaport where past gypsy robe winners came back to reminisce and to celebrate.

High Society History

Other Productions of High Society

1987   West End Original London Production
West End
1998   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2005   West End London Revival
West End

High Society - 1998 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1998 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress - Musical Melissa Errico
1998 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress - Musical Melissa Errico
1998 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical John McMartin
1998 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical John McMartin
1998 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical Anna Kendrick
1998 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical Anna Kendrick
1998 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Musical High Society
1998 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Musical High Society
1998 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Actress - Musical Melissa Errico
1998 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Broadway Musical 0
1998 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Featured Actor - Musical John McMartin
1998 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical John McMartin
1998 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Anna Kendrick

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