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Milk and Honey 1961

Opened: October 10, 1961

Milk and Honey - 1961 Broadway History , Info & More

Martin Beck Theatre
302 W. 45th St. New York, NY 10036

A young American widow falls in love with a middle-aged American during a visit to 1960s Israel.


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Lakeway Players Announce SHOWTUNE: CELEBRATING THE WORDS & MUSIC OF JERRY HERMAN
by Julie Musbach - Oct 1, 2018


The Lakeway Players will be presenting  'Showtune: Celebrating the words & music of Jerry Herman', which is a wonderful uplifting musical revue.

Photo Flashback: The Best of Times! Celebrating Jerry Herman's 78th Birthday!
by Walter McBride - Jul 20, 2018


In today's photo flashback, we're attending the star-studded 78th birthday celebration of legendary composer, Jerry Herman! Check out some throwback photos from the evening below!

VIDEO: On This Day, July 10- Happy Birthday, Jerry Herman!
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 10, 2018


On this day, we celebrate the birthday of legendary composer Jerry Herman!

BWW Flashback: It's Today! Happy 86th Birthday, Jerry Herman
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 10, 2017


Today, July 10, 2017, Broadway celebrates 86 years of Jerry Herman- one of the most iconic and beloved composers in the American theatre.

Tyne Daly Leads DEAR WORLD in Concert Tonight at Valley Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - Sep 30, 2016


Now, Valley Performing Arts Center will kick-off the new season and its Broadway series on September 30 at 8:00pm with a one night only concert performance of Dear World, starring Tony and Emmy Award winner Tyne Daly in the role of Countess Aurelia.

Tyne Daly to Lead DEAR WORLD in Concert at Valley Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - Aug 11, 2016


Now, Valley Performing Arts Center will kick-off the new season and its Broadway series on September 30 at 8:00pm with a one night only concert performance of Dear World, starring Tony and Emmy Award winner Tyne Daly in the role of Countess Aurelia.

Feinstein's at the Nikko Launches 'Musicals in Concert' Series with HELLO, DOLLY! Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jul 6, 2016


This summer, Feinstein's at the Nikko will present concert productions of two classic Jerry Herman musicals -- Hello, Dolly! and Mame -- as part of their new 'Musicals in Concert' series.

Feinstein's at the Nikko to Launch 'Musicals in Concert' Series with HELLO, DOLLY!
by BWW News Desk - May 9, 2016


This summer, Feinstein's at the Nikko will present concert productions of two classic Jerry Herman musicals -- Hello, Dolly! and Mame -- as part of their new "Musicals in Concert" series.

Vintage Theatre's MACK AND MABEL Begins Tomorrow
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 7, 2014


Vintage Theatre presents 'Mack and Mabel' August 8 through September 14. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 p.m; with additional performances on Thursday, September 11 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, September 13 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $26 ($21 advance), Senior, Student, Group discounts available. Tickets are available by calling 303-856-7830 or online at www.vintagetheatre.com. Vintage Theatre is located at 1468 Dayton St., Aurora 80010

L’IL ABNER, SITTING PRETTY & More Set for Musicals Tonight! 2012; Schedule Announced
by Jessica Lewis - Feb 21, 2012


Musicals Tonight!, now in its 14th Season, is a not-for-profit theatre company in New York City primarily dedicated to the revival of 'neglected' musicals. Since their inception in 1997, they have revived well over 65 musicals in staged concert form from such greats as Cole Porter, George & Ira Gershwin, and Rodgers & Hart. Musicals Tonight! has just announced the spring performance schedule.

TV: 2009 TONY MOMENTS - Jerry Herman
by James Sims - Jun 9, 2009


The American Theatre Wing's Tony Awards® celebration of excellence in the theatre includes recognition of winners and nominees in the 27 competitive categories. The Tony Awards® administrative committee also celebated the honorees for the four non-competitive categories which were presented at the 2009 Tony Awards Sunday, June 7th. The 2009 Tony Awards are presented by The Broadway League and The American Theatre Wing.

2009 Tony Award Honorees For Non-Competitive Categories
by Charlie Piane - Jun 8, 2009


BroadwayWorld Congratulates the 2009 Tony Award Honorees, Non-Competitive Categories

Jerry Herman, Virginia's Signature Theatre, Shirley Herz and Phyllis Newman Honored at the Tony Awards Telecast 6/7
by BWW News Desk - Jun 7, 2009


The Tony Administration Committee revealed the names of a quartet of honorees who are to be recognized in the four non-competitive Tony categories. Composer/lyricist Jerry Herman, Virginia's Signature Theatre, and longtime press agent Shirley Herz will be honored at the 63rd annual Tony Awards ceremony on June 7. Actress/writer Phyllis Newman will receive the newest Tony Award for her volunteer work as an advocate for women's health.

'WALL-E' To Appear On 'TONY' Awards Telecast 6/7
by Eddie Varley - Jun 2, 2009


Jim Hill Media reveals today that the Living Character Initiative version of WALL-E will be taking part in the Tony Award telecast tribute to composer Jerry Herman at Sunday's awards.

TONYS 2009: Celebrating a Lifetime of Achievement with Jerry Herman
by Eddie Varley - May 29, 2009


Mr. Herman composed the scores for such Broadway musicals as Hello, Dolly!, Mame and La Cage aux Folles. He is a five-time Tony Award nominee and two time Tony Award winner, for La Cage aux Folles and Hello, Dolly!

2009 Tony Award Honorees For Non-Competitive Categories
by Charlie Piane - May 8, 2009


BroadwayWorld Presents The 2009 Tony Award Honorees For Non-Competitive Categories

Jerry Herman, Virginia's Signature Theatre, Shirley Herz and Phyllis Newman Set for Honors at Tony Awards Telecast 6/7
by Eddie Varley - May 4, 2009


On Monday, May 5, the Tony Administration Committee revealed the names of a quartet of honorees who are to be recognized in the four non-competitive Tony categories. Composer/lyricist Jerry Herman, Virginia's Signature Theatre, and longtime press agent Shirley Herz will be honored at the 63rd annual Tony Awards ceremony on June 7. Actress/writer Phyllis Newman will receive the newest Tony Award for her volunteer work as an advocate for women's health.

Don Pippin Talks Herman, Music & More to DC Theatre Scene
by Eddie Varley - Mar 13, 2009


Legendary musical director Don Pippin, one of the leading conductors in the United States, has taken up the baton to lead the National Symphony Orchestra this week as Kennedy Center honors the accomplishments of Jerry Herman in JERRY HERMAN'S BROADWAY. The gifted Pippin has had a long and rich creative history with Herman as he has collaborated on the composers many works including such musicals as 'Ben Franklin in Paris', 'Mack and Mabel', 'Mame' and 'La Cage Aux Follies'.

Sandy Duncan's Mame at Barrington Stage Co Oct 4-15
by BWW News Desk - Sep 22, 2006


Stage and screen actress Sandy Duncan will 'coax the blues right out of the horn,' as she makes her Barrington Stage debut as the glamorous Mame Dennis in a semi-staged concert version of Jerry Herman's legendary musical 'Mame,' directed by Julianne Boyd. BSC's first fall production in its new home in Pittsfield, at 30 Union Street, will run for two weeks from October 4 through 15.

Milk and Honey History

Other Productions of Milk and Honey

1961   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2017   Off-Broadway York Theatre Company Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway

Milk and Honey - 1961 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1962 Tony Awards Best Costume Design Miles White
1962 Tony Awards Best Musical Jerry Herman
1962 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Jerry Herman
1962 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Molly Picon
1962 Tony Awards Producer (Musical) Gerard Oestriecher

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