Joy 2005

Opened: August 14, 2005
Closing: September 25, 2005

Joy - 2005 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Actors' Playhouse
100 Seventh Avenue South New York, NY 10014

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Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA Announces 2024/25 Symphonic Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2024


Discover the 2024/25 Symphonic Season of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA.

Lewis Black Comes to the Overture Center in October
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2024


Two-time Grammy Award winning Comedian Lewis Black releases additional dates for his GOODBYE YELLER BRICK ROAD, THE FINAL TOUR that will include shows throughout North America and Europe—including a stop at Overture Center on Saturday, Oct. 19 at 8 p.m. in Capitol Theater.

Lewis Black Comes to DPAC in October
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2024


After 35+ years of touring, two-time Grammy Award winning comedian Lewis Black is parking his tour bus for good after this year, marking the end of his legendary world touring career. But, before he ends this final tour, he’s added more dates to his 2024 roster, including a show at DPAC on Friday, October 25, 2024. 

Interview: Dylan Brody of THINKING ALLOWED
by Jeanmarie Simpson - Apr 17, 2024


For decades, the multiple award-winning storyteller, humorist, playwright, and bestselling author, Dylan Brody, has honed his unique voice, blending insightful observations with sharp wit and a touch of the absurd to earn him a devoted following and the respect of comedic legends including the late Robin Williams and George Carlin.

KINKY BOOTS Comes to Darlington Hippodrome Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 12, 2024


It’s been nine years since Kinky Boots first found its footing on British shores, with a West End run that lasted for three years. Now this beloved musical, set in Northampton and based on the 2005 film of the same name, finally takes to the stage in Darlington thanks to an exciting production from Darlington Operatic Society.

Johannes Radebe Will Lead New UK and Ireland Tour of KINKY BOOTS
by Stephi Wild - Apr 11, 2024


A brand-new Made at Curve production of the Olivier, Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical KINKY BOOTS The Musical will tour the UK and Ireland from 17 January 2025.

Industry Pro Newsletter: New Study Looks to the Preparedness of Arts Orgs to Face Future Challenges
by Alex Freeman - Apr 8, 2024


In a sign of an industry on the rebound, Center Theatre Group in Los Angeles is getting ready to announce a return of programming at the Mark Taper Forum, where production was paused last year while the organization went through a budget crunch. Additionally, following the casting of a Black actress in the role of Juliet, an upcoming West End production of Romeo and Juliet from the Jamie Lloyd Company started dealing with racist backlash online - we’ll show you how the company responded.

Who Decides the New York Drama Critics' Circle Awards and Outer Critics Circle Awards?
by Cara Joy David - Apr 8, 2024


Two groups of critics (or, more precisely, one group of critics and one group of mostly critics) give theater awards each season. In this continuing series on theater’s awards, I look at the New York Drama Critics’ Circle Awards and Outer Critics Circle Awards. 

Review: ANTHONY RAPP'S WITHOUT YOU Looks at the Joy and Sadness in RENT Star's Life
by R. Scott Reedy - Apr 6, 2024


What did our critic think of ANTHONY RAPP'S WITHOUT YOU at Calderwood Pavilion At Boston Center For The Arts?

Matthew Bourne's EDWARD SCISSORHANDS Opens at Theatre Royal Glasgow Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2024


EDWARD SCISSORHANDS, devised, directed and choreographed by Matthew Bourne, comes to the Theatre Royal in Glasgow from 21-25 May 2024. 

Video: Luis Alfaro & Jon Fosse Deliver International World Theatre Day Message 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2024


The Global Theater Initiative is inviting all theatres, individual artists, institutions, and audiences to celebrate the 62nd annual World Theatre Day on March 27, 2024.

STOMPIN' AT THE SAVOY World Premiere & More Set for Delaware Theatre Company 24/25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2024


Delaware Theatre Company has revealed its 2024/25 Season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Céu to Release Her Six Studio Album 'Novela' in April; US Tour Planned
by Michael Major - Mar 26, 2024


Regarded as the most influential Brazilian artist of her generation, Céu returns once again to the spotlight with her newest single “Gerando Na Alta” featuring the London based French/Senegal singer, anaiis.

Matthew Jordan Smith Honors The Late Aretha Franklin With New Coffee Table Book
by Michael Major - Mar 26, 2024


Celebrity photographer Matthew Jordan Smith releases ARETHA COOL: THE INTIMATE PORTRAITS, a coffee table book honoring Aretha Franklin. The 256-page book showcases her musical genius and cultural influence from 2005 to 2018. The photographs illustrate the musical genius of The Queen of Soul.

Concord Women's Chorus To Present AFTER THE RAIN Spring Concert In May
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2024


Join the Concord Women's Chorus for their spring concert, AFTER THE RAIN, as they musically explore the twists and turns of life's stories.

Everything Coming to Max in April
by Michael Major - Mar 22, 2024


Stream The Debut Of HBO Original Limited Series “The Sympathizer,” Max Original Unscripted Series “Conan O’Brien Must Go,” HBO Original Comedy Special “Alex Edelman: Just For Us,” HBO Original Documentary Series “The Jinx – Part Two” And “The Synanon Fix,” HBO Original Documentaries “Brandy Hellville & The Cult Of Fast Fashion” and more.

Justin Peck's ILLINOISE Will Transfer to Broadway This Spring
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 19, 2024


BroadwayWorld has just learned that Illinoise, which is currently playing at Park Avenue Armory will transfer to Broadway.

Broadway Buying Guide: March 11, 2024- DOUBT is Back on Broadway
by Team BWW - Mar 11, 2024


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, March 11, 2024.

Nimbus Dance Presents World Premiere Collaboration INSIGHT/INCITE This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 6, 2024


Don't miss the world premiere collaboration by NIMBUS DANCE, showcasing their innovative choreography and captivating performances from March 15-24.

SPAMALOT To Close On Broadway This April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 5, 2024


The Broadway revival Monty Python's SPAMALOT will conclude its noble quest when it plays its final performance on Sunday, April 7, 2024 at Broadway's St. James Theatre.

THE LAST YIDDISH SPEAKER Comes to Philadelphia This Month
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2024


What if the January 6, 2021 insurrection was successful? The Last Yiddish Speaker by Deborah Zoe Laufer imagines this alternate reality where a white supremacist regime has come into power. Learn more about the play here!

Visceral Dance Chicago Performs Two Works by Gustavo Ramirez Sansano
by Stephi Wild - Feb 29, 2024


Visceral Dance Chicago will perform the company premieres of two works by acclaimed Spanish choreographer Gustavo Ramírez Sansano this spring.

Bennett Leak Will Be Second Stage Theater's Interim Artistic Director
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 28, 2024


Second Stage Theater has announced that Bennett Leak, Second Stage Theater's Director of Artistic Production, has been named Interim Artistic Director for the 2024-25 Season.

The Comedy Store Players Reveal First New Member In Almost 30 Years
by Stephi Wild - Feb 22, 2024


The Comedy Store Players have announced that they will be joined by a new core member for the first time in almost thirty years. Ruth Bratt will join the World famous team from Sunday, 3rd March for their weekly show at London’s iconic Comedy Store.

Sigourney Weaver, David Hyde Pierce & More to Reunite for VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2024


Bartlett Sher will direct a staged reading of Christopher Durang’s Tony Award-winning play VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE, featuring original cast members. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

Joy FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Joy have there been?
Joy has had 1 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 2005.

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