Mister Roberts 1948

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New and Upcoming Releases For the Week of December 21 - MOULIN ROUGE! Songbook, ESTELLA SCROOGE Cast Recording, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 23, 2020


This week's list includes the songbook to Moulin Rouge! the Musical. Also, check out the Estella Scrooge cast album featuring Danny Burstein, Betsy Wolfe, Lauren Patten, Patrick Page, Carolee Carmello, and more.

PCT Presents 'MiSTER ROBERTS' on Veterans Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Oct 28, 2016


Pittsburg Community Theatre takes you back to when WORLD War II was about to end, and Lt. Douglas Roberts (Michael Wilson), the cargo officer of a beleaguered ship in a backwater part of the South Pacific, wants just two things: a transfer to a destroyer in the thick of the action against the Japanese, and liberty for the 167 desperate men who have been kept aboard his ship for 14 straight months by the tyrannical Captain (Kevin Burns).

Broadway Veteran & 'Law & Order' Star Steven Hill Passes Away at 94
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 23, 2016


Steven Hill, best known as an original cast member on both the 1960s series Mission: Impossible and the 1990s drama Law & Order, passed away today

THEATRICAL THROWBACK THURSDAY: The 1948 Tony Awards
by Pat Cerasaro - Jun 11, 2015


Today we take a look back at one of the first Tony Awards ceremonies, held in 1948.

Photo Flashback: A Fond Farewell - Remembering The Stars We Lost in 2014
by Walter McBride - Jan 1, 2015


Broadway fans had plenty of reasons to celebrate this year, with dozens of shows having opened since January, hundreds of actors having made their debuts, and many more having returned to the stage for critically acclaimed performances. Not all news was good though, as we also suffered a loss of an incredible amount of talent. Below, BroadwayWorld sends a fond farewell to those who passed away in 2014.

WPPAC Offers Nak'd Stage Playreading Presentation of MISTER ROBERTS Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Sep 26, 2014


The White Plains Performing Arts Center play reading series that features the Tony Award-winners for 'Best Play' since the award's creation in 1948 continues with this months' reading of Thomas Heggen & Joshua Logan's Mister Roberts tonight, September 26 at 8:00 pm. Tickets are $10 each. The Nakd Stage Play Reading Series features actors with scripts in hand, no sets, costumes or props. IT'S ALL ABOUT THE WORDS.

WPPAC to Offer Nak'd Stage Playreading Presentation of MISTER ROBERTS, 9/26
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 23, 2014


The White Plains Performing Arts Center play reading series that features the Tony Award-winners for "Best Play" since the award's creation in 1948 continues with this months' reading of Thomas Heggen & Joshua Logan's Mister Roberts on Friday, September 26 at 8:00 pm. Tickets are $10 each. The Nakd Stage Play Reading Series features actors with scripts in hand, no sets, costumes or props. IT'S ALL ABOUT THE WORDS.

The White Plains Performing Arts Center Play Reading Series Continues with DEATH OF A SALESMAN
by Anna Bencivengo - Sep 8, 2014


The White Plains Performing Arts Center play reading series, that features the Tony Award-winners for "Best Play" since the award's creation in 1948, continues with this months' reading of Arthur Miller's Death of Salesman on Friday, September 12 at 8:00 pm. Tickets are $10 each. The Nakd Stage Play Reading Series features actors with scripts in hand, no sets, costumes or props. It's all about the words.

Mike Boland, Jim Bracchitta, Kevin O'Rourke & More Set for Westport Country Playhouse's MISTER ROBERTS Reading Today
by BWW News Desk - Nov 11, 2013


'Mister Roberts,' a Script in Hand playreading in observance of Veterans Day, will be held at Westport Country Playhouse, today Monday, November 11, 7 p.m. Tickets are $15.

Mike Boland, Jim Bracchitta, Kevin O'Rourke and More Set for Westport Country Playhouse's MISTER ROBERTS Reading, 11/11
by BWW News Desk - Oct 29, 2013


Casting is announced for 'Mister Roberts,' a Script in Hand playreading in observance of Veterans Day, at Westport Country Playhouse, on Monday, November 11, 7 p.m.

The Lyric Theatre Announces 2nd Annual Summer of Free Movies, Begins 8/7
by BWW News Desk - Aug 7, 2010


The Lyric Theatre and the City of Stuart CRA Proudly Present the 2nd Annual Summer of Free Film Weekends at the Lyric

The Lyric Theatre Announces 2nd Annual Summer of Free Movies, Begins 8/7
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 28, 2010


The Lyric Theatre and the City of Stuart CRA Proudly Present the 2nd Annual Summer of Free Film Weekends at the Lyric

New Rep Theatre Announces MISTER ROBERTS, Runs Thru 10/3 At The Arsenal Center
by BWW News Desk - Oct 3, 2009


New Repertory Theatre, in residence at the Arsenal Center for the Arts, is pleased to announce its new Artistic Director's, Kate Warner's, Boston Premiere, Mister Roberts, a timeless classic by Thomas Heggen and Joshua Logan. Mister Roberts opens for the press on Monday, September 14, 2009 at 7:30pm and plays through Saturday, October 3, 2009 at the Arsenal Center for the Arts in the Charles Mosesian Theater.

'Mister Roberts' Christens Kate Warner's Voyage at New Rep
by Nancy Grossman - Sep 18, 2009


New Artistic Director takes charge for 26th season, opening with award winning story of heroism and grace under pressure

Theatre Harrisburg Presents MISTER ROBERTS 9/18
by BWW News Desk - Sep 18, 2009


Theatre Harrisburg opens its 84th season on Friday, September 18th with MISTER ROBERTS, a timeless comedy set in the South Pacific aboard a World War II Naval supply ship. Presented at the Krevsky Production Center in uptown Harrisburg, performances are scheduled for: September 18, 19, 25 & 26 at 8:00 p.m.

Theatre Harrisburg Presents MISTER ROBERTS 9/18
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 15, 2009


Theatre Harrisburg opens its 84th season on Friday, September 18th with MISTER ROBERTS, a timeless comedy set in the South Pacific aboard a World War II Naval supply ship. Presented at the Krevsky Production Center in uptown Harrisburg, performances are scheduled for: September 18, 19, 25 & 26 at 8:00 p.m.

New Rep Theatre Announces MISTER ROBERTS, Runs Thru 10/3 At The Arsenal Center
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 18, 2009


New Repertory Theatre, in residence at the Arsenal Center for the Arts, is pleased to announce its new Artistic Director's, Kate Warner's, Boston Premiere, Mister Roberts, a timeless classic by Thomas Heggen and Joshua Logan. Mister Roberts opens for the press on Monday, September 14, 2009 at 7:30pm and plays through Saturday, October 3, 2009 at the Arsenal Center for the Arts in the Charles Mosesian Theater.

Frank Aletter, Veteran Character Actor, Dead at 83
by Eddie Varley - May 16, 2009


Frank Aletter, a veteran character actor who starred in the 1960s TV situation comedies 'Bringing Up Buddy' and 'It's About Time,' has died. He was 83.

New Repertory Theater Announces 2009-2010 Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 26, 2009


New Repertory Theatre announces its 2009-2010 season, the inaugural season for new Artistic Director Kate Warner. The new season will present five plays on its Mainstage in the Charles Mosesian Theater; two plays in its Downstage @ New Rep series in the Black Box Theater; and two holiday offerings.

Walnut Street Theater Celebrates Its 200th Birthday
by BWW News Desk - Feb 3, 2009


This year Walnut Street Theater celebrates its 200th birthday, and on February 3rd they will hold a big birthday bash. Boasting over 56,000 subscribers, The Walnut is not only the most popular theater company in Philadelphia, but also the most subscribed theatre company in the world. This season includes three magnificent and beloved musicals: get ready for DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS, OLIVER! and FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. The Walnut also offers two spellbinding plays: A world premiere production of Eric Conger's THE ECLECTIC SOCIETY and Noel Coward's classic comedy, FALLEN ANGELS. The New Year brings new theatre to the Walnut stage with the world premiere production of Eric Conger's THE ECLECTIC SOCIETY (January 19 - March 7). It's the 1960's, and in order to become the big man on campus, you've got to play the game. In this fraternal society, new recruits need testing and traditions need to be upheld. This new American play celebrates the spirit of youth and the mischief that follows.

Walnut Street Theater Celebrates Its 200th Birthday
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 16, 2009


This year Walnut Street Theater celebrates its 200th birthday, and on February 3rd they will hold a big birthday bash. Boasting over 56,000 subscribers, The Walnut is not only the most popular theater company in Philadelphia, but also the most subscribed theatre company in the world. This season includes three magnificent and beloved musicals: get ready for DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS, OLIVER! and FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. The Walnut also offers two spellbinding plays: A world premiere production of Eric Conger's THE ECLECTIC SOCIETY and Noel Coward's classic comedy, FALLEN ANGELS. The New Year brings new theatre to the Walnut stage with the world premiere production of Eric Conger's THE ECLECTIC SOCIETY (January 19 - March 7). It's the 1960's, and in order to become the big man on campus, you've got to play the game. In this fraternal society, new recruits need testing and traditions need to be upheld. This new American play celebrates the spirit of youth and the mischief that follows.

Mister Roberts FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Mister Roberts have there been?
Mister Roberts has had 1 productions including Broadway which opened in 1948.
What Tony Awards has Mister Roberts been nominated for?
Best Play , Best Direction for Joshua Logan and Producer (Dramatic) for Leland Hayward.
What Tony Awards has Mister Roberts won?
Best Play, Best Direction for Joshua Logan, Producer (Dramatic) for Leland Hayward, .
What awards has Mister Roberts been nominated for?
Mister Roberts has been nominated for a Performance award at the Theatre World Awards for Ralph Meeker.
What awards has Mister Roberts won?
Mister Roberts has won the Performance award at the Theatre World Awards for Ralph Meeker.

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