Jerry-for-Short 1929

Opened: August 12, 1929

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Broadway Buying Guide: November 7, 2022
by Team BWW - Nov 7, 2022

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, November 7, 2022.

CHICAGO, A History- Part 2: A Modern Classic Makes A Bang On Stage and Screen
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2022

Discover the story behind one of the greatest musicals in history as we dive deep into the history of Broadway's longest-running American musical, John Kander, Fred Ebb, and Bob Fosse's, 'Chicago.'

19th Annual Downtown Eastside Heart of the City Festival Set For Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 15, 2022

The 19th Annual Downtown Eastside Heart of the City Festival featuring twelve days of live and online events - both indoors and out - including music, stories, poetry, theatre, ceremony, films, dance, readings, forums, workshops, discussions, gallery exhibits, art talks, history talks and history walks.

BWW Exclusive: The 101 Greatest MOVIE MUSICALS of All Time
by Peter Nason - Mar 30, 2020

BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the best film musicals since the sound era began; see if your favorites made the list!

Madison Square Garden Company Adds 16 Additional Shows to Jerry Seinfeld's Beacon Theatre Residency 
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 20, 2019

The Madison Square Garden Company (NYSE: MSG) announced today that legendary New Yorker and comedian Jerry Seinfeld has added 16 final performances to his Beacon Theatre residency – extending the run through its conclusion in March 2020.

Theater Historian Charles Troy Returns To The York Theatre Company
by Julie Musbach - Sep 17, 2019

It's Delightful. It's Delovely! The York Theatre Company continues their celebration of Broadway's legendary Cole Porter with a one-day only special event.

Emmy-winning American Comic Actor Arte Johnson Has Passed
by Marianka Swain - Jul 4, 2019

On behalf of the Gisela Johnson and the Johnson family, we are informing you that Emmy winning comedic actor, Arte Johnson has passed at 1:45am, July 3rd, 2019.  There are no services planned.  His ashes will be taken to his home away from home in HI, were a private ceremony will be held.

The Madison Square Garden Company Celebrates Jerry Seinfeld's 50th Show At The Beacon Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 2, 2019

The Madison Square Garden Company (NYSE: MSG) celebrates Jerry Seinfeld's 50th show in his residency at the Beacon Theatre with tomorrow's 9:30pm performance. Seinfeld began this overwhelmingly successful residency in 2016, and continued it throughout 2017 before resuming in January 2019. Seinfeld currently holds the record for the most comedy shows at The Beacon, and is catching up to the total performance numbers of other legendary Beacon Theatre mainstays, including Allman Brothers Band and Steely Dan, who have 238 and 60 performances, respectively. Additional performances as part of the Seinfeld residency have been announced through November 2019.

The Madison Square Garden Company to Celebrate Jerry Seinfeld's 50th Show at the Beacon Theatre
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 2, 2019

The Madison Square Garden Company (NYSE: MSG) celebrates Jerry Seinfeld's 50th show in his residency at the Beacon Theatre with tomorrow's 9:30pm performance. Seinfeld began this overwhelmingly successful residency in 2016, and continued it throughout 2017 before resuming in January 2019. Seinfeld currently holds the record for the most comedy shows at The Beacon, and is catching up to the total performance numbers of other legendary Beacon Theatre mainstays, including Allman Brothers Band and Steely Dan, who have 238 and 60 performances, respectively. Additional performances as part of the Seinfeld residency have been announced through November 2019.

Extension Announced For Jerry Seinfeld's 2019 Beacon Theatre Residency
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2019

The Madison Square Garden Company (NYSE: MSG) announced that legendary New Yorker and comedian Jerry Seinfeld has added two more fall performances to his 2019 Beacon Theatre residency. The newly announced performances, on November 22 at 7:00pm and 9:30pm, are in addition to the six recently added performances in September and October. Tickets for the newly added November shows are on sale now. Limited tickets remain for the previously announced performances.

Jerry Seinfeld's 2019 Beacon Theatre Residency Extends Into November
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 22, 2019

The Madison Square Garden Company (NYSE: MSG) announced that legendary New Yorker and comedian Jerry Seinfeld has added two more fall performances to his 2019 Beacon Theatre residency. The newly announced performances, on November 22 at 7:00pm and 9:30pm, are in addition to the six recently added performances in September and October. Tickets for the newly added November shows are on sale now. Limited tickets remain for the previously announced performances.

Jerry Seinfeld to Perform Six Additional Shows at the Beacon Theatre
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 20, 2019

The Madison Square Garden Company (NYSE: MSG) announced that legendary New Yorker and comedian Jerry Seinfeld has added six more 2019 performances at the Beacon Theatre. The newly announced 2019 dates are as follows: September 20, October 25, and October 26, with performances at 7:00pm and 9:30pm on all three nights. The October events will be part of a Netflix special live taping. Tickets will go on-sale for the three new dates on Friday, March 22, 2019 at 10:00am (EST). Limited tickets remain for the previously announced performances.

Jerry Seinfeld Returns to the Beacon Theatre
by Kaitlin Milligan - Oct 29, 2018

 The Madison Square Garden Company (NYSE: MSG) announced today that legendary New Yorker and comedian Jerry Seinfeld will return to the Beacon Theatre in 2019. The shows scheduled for 2019 extend Seinfeld's overwhelmingly successful residency at The Beacon, which began in January 2016 and concluded in December 2017 with 36 sold-out performances. The 2019 dates are as follows: January 11, February 8, March 14, March 15, April 4, April 5, May 3, May 4, June 6 and June 7, with performances at 7:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. on all ten nights. Tickets will go on-sale on Friday, November 2, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. (EST).

Jerry Seinfeld Returns To The Historic Beacon Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2018

The Madison Square Garden Company (NYSE: MSG) announced today that legendary New Yorker and comedian Jerry Seinfeld will return to the Beacon Theatre in 2019. The shows scheduled for 2019 extend Seinfeld's overwhelmingly successful residency at The Beacon, which began in January 2016 and concluded in December 2017 with 36 sold-out performances. The 2019 dates are as follows: January 11, February 8, March 14, March 15, April 4, April 5, May 3, May 4, June 6 and June 7, with performances at 7:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. on all ten nights. Tickets will go on-sale on Friday, November 2, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. (EST).

Archive Of Pioneering Comedienne Rose Marie Is Donated To The National Comedy Center
by Julie Musbach - Apr 18, 2018

The National Comedy Center is proud to announce the acquisition of an expansive archive chronicling the nine-decade career of pioneering comedienne Rose Marie, who passed away at the age of 94 in December 2017.

Luna Stage West Presents RAZORHURST: A New Musical
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2018

Razorhurst, a new musical commissioned by Luna Stage, will begin performances February 1 and run through March 4, as the second show in Luna's 25th anniversary season. The show is directed by Luna's Artistic Director Cheryl Katz with book and lyrics by Kate Mulley and music composed by Andy Peterson. The two person cast features Catherine Fries Vaughn as Kate Leigh and Claire McClanahan Tilly Devine, both are New Jersey based performers.

Jerry Seinfeld: THE HOMESTAND Will Continue with Shows in November and December 2017
by BWW News Desk - Feb 16, 2017

The Madison Square Garden Company (NYSE: MSG) announced today that due to popular demand, legendary New Yorker and comedian Jerry Seinfeld has added four more 2017 performances to his Beacon Theatre residency entitled, "Jerry Seinfeld: The Homestand Extended." The newly announced dates are November 2 and December 8 with performances at 7:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. on both nights.

Jerry Seinfeld Extends 'THE HOMESTAND' Residency Through 2017 at the Beacon
by BWW News Desk - Nov 10, 2016

Due to popular demand following his successful 2016 sold-out run, The Madison Square Garden Company (NYSE: MSG) announced today that legendary New Yorker and comedian Jerry Seinfeld has added 12 performances between January and June 2017 to his Beacon Theatre residency entitled, 'Jerry Seinfeld: The Homestand.'

Benjamin Scheuer's THE LION Sets Full Team for Run at The Old Globe
by BWW News Desk - Oct 6, 2016

The Old Globe today announced the cast and complete creative team for the highly acclaimed musical memoir The Lion, written and performed by award-winning songwriter Benjamin Scheuer and directed by Sean Daniels.

Benjamin Scheuer's THE LION Sets Full Team for Run at The Old Globe
by BWW News Desk - Sep 29, 2016

The Old Globe today announced the cast and complete creative team for the highly acclaimed musical memoir The Lion, written and performed by award-winning songwriter Benjamin Scheuer and directed by Sean Daniels.

Benjamin Scheuer's THE LION Sets Full Team for Run at The Old Globe
by BWW News Desk - Sep 19, 2016

The Old Globe today announced the cast and complete creative team for the highly acclaimed musical memoir The Lion, written and performed by award-winning songwriter Benjamin Scheuer and directed by Sean Daniels.

Jerry Seinfeld Continues Sold-Out Residency at the Beacon Theatre Tonight
by TV News Desk - Mar 2, 2016

Legendary New Yorker and comedian Jerry Seinfeld performs once a month at the Beacon Theatre in 2016 as part of a residency entitled, 'Jerry Seinfeld: The Homestand.' The remaining four performances, continuing tonight, March 2, and slated for April 14, May 5, and June 8, are sold out.

Jerry Seinfeld Kicks Off Sold-Out Residency at the Beacon Theatre Tonight
by TV News Desk - Jan 7, 2016

Legendary New Yorker and comedian Jerry Seinfeld will perform once a month at the Beacon Theatre in 2016 as part of a residency entitled, 'Jerry Seinfeld: The Homestand.' All six performances, starting tonight, January 7, and continuing February 18, March 2, April 14, May 5, and June 8, are sold out.

Jerry Seinfeld to Begin Residency at Beacon Theatre in January 2016
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 1, 2015

The Madison Square Garden Company (NYSE: MSG) announced today that legendary New Yorker and comedian Jerry Seinfeld will perform once a month at the Beacon Theatre in 2016

Jerry-for-Short FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Jerry-for-Short have there been?
Jerry-for-Short has had 1 productions including Broadway which opened in 1929.

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