The Concept 1986

Opened: October 7, 1986
Closing: November 16, 1986

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Drummer/Composer Phil Haynes Revisits Music of Quintet 4 Horns & What? in New Album
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 20, 2024


In the midst of reflecting on his long and varied career for his acclaimed memoir Chasing the Masters: First Takes of a Modern Drumming Artist, drummer/composer Phil Haynes lingered on revisiting the music he’d made with his audacious quintet 4 Horns & What? during the early 1990s

Interview: Mamie Parris on Bringing THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD to Goodspeed Musicals
by Joshua Wright - Mar 29, 2024


We sat down with Mamie Parris to talk about Goodspeed Musicals' The Mystery of Edwin Drood - the first production of the storied theatre's 2024 season. The production will be on stage at The Goodspeed from April 5th – June 2nd in East Haddam, Conn. 

Review: CLUE at Ridgefield Theater Barn
by Sean Fallon - Feb 4, 2024


The play is by Sandy Rustin, Hunter Foster, and Eric Price, based on the screenplay by Jonathan Lynn. Under the wonderful direction of David Fritsch, the Ridgefield Theater Barn successfully put on yet another phenomenal production that combines comedy with murder mystery!

DSO, LPO, And ACO Partner With Ukrainian Composer Victoria Poleva In Concert Video Supporting Direct Relief
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2023


The Dallas Symphony Orchestra, London Philharmonic Orchestra, and American Composers Orchestra partner to share the world premiere performance of Ukrainian composer Victoria Vita Poleva’s Symphony No. 4 'The Bell' for cello and orchestra.

Robbie Fairchild, Ricky Ubeda & More to Star in Justin Peck & Jackie Sibblies Drury's ILLINOISE at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 30, 2023


Chicago Shakespeare Theater has revealed the cast of the highly anticipated Illinoise, a new kind of musical based on Sufjan Stevens’ acclaimed concept album.

Interview: Maury Yeston of TITANIC THE MUSICAL at Cineplex
by Ilana Lucas - Nov 15, 2023


Maury Yeston and Peter Stone’s TITANIC, winner of five 1997 Tony Awards including Best Musical, sails to Toronto in film form for two showings via Cineplex on November 16th and 19th. BroadwayWorld spoke to Maury Yeston, the show’s award-winning composer and lyricist, in advance of its arrival in Toronto.

Ruth Negga, Premiere From Anne Teresa de Keersmaeker & More Set for NYU Skirball 2024 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2023


Get ready for an exciting 2024 season at NYU Skirball, featuring acclaimed actress Ruth Negga and a highly anticipated premiere from renowned choreographer Anne Teresa de Keersmaeker. Explore the lineup and mark your calendars for this unforgettable season of performances.

Max Raabe & Palast Orchester Performance Added to Celebrity Series of Boston at Symphony Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 1, 2023


Celebrity Series of Boston announces the addition of Max Raabe & Palast Orchester's performance at Symphony Hall. Experience the sophistication and glamour of Weimar-era Berlin with a contemporary twist. Get your tickets starting January 3, 2024.

Chicago Shakespeare Theater Announces Tickets On Sale Now For ILLINOISE
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2023


Tickets for ILLINOISE are now on sale. Don't miss this genre-bursting theatrical event from January 28 to February 18.

OMD Share 'Verushka' Single From 'Bauhaus Staircase' LP
by Michael Major - Oct 6, 2023


OMD shares 'Verushka' single and video, announces UK headline tour and performance at Darker Waves Fest in LA. Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark (OMD) have sold over 40 million records worldwide, establishing them as electronic synthesiser pioneers and one of Britain's best-loved pop groups.

Review: THE LAST EPISTLE OF TIGHTROPE TIME at Tarragon Theatre
by Ilana Lucas - Oct 5, 2023


Walter Borden at 81 is a powerhouse of a Shakespearean actor. His warmly stentorian diction, the core of THE LAST EPISTLE OF TIGHTROPE TIME, echoes invitingly through the Tarragon mainspace as he tells stories about his life. It’s not always the easiest work to follow, but Borden’s presence serves as an anchor in a sea of non-linear content.

Frank Owens, Broadway Musician And Former Musical Director For IT'S SHOWTIME AT THE APOLLO, Passes Away
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2023


Frank Owens, Broadway Musical Virtuoso, Former Musical Director for 'It's Showtime at the Apollo' Dies. A pianist for nearly seven decades, Owens backed talent on Broadway stages, recording studios and TV sets – backing artists from Lena Horne to The Washington Ballet.

Review Roundup: Immersive HERE LIES LOVE Opens On Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 20, 2023


Here Lies Love, the new musical from David Byrne and Fatboy Slim, officially opens tonight at the Broadway Theatre. Read the reviews!

OFF SCRIPT Curated By Jeanette Bisschops At Simone Subal Gallery
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2023


Off Script brings together a group of artists whose works offer propositions to liberate signs, symbols and words from the conventions of traditional language and text.

What Is the History of Shubert Alley?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 28, 2023


This month on Broadway Deep Dive, the reader question was: What Is the History of Shubert Alley?

Feature: The Show Must Eurovision �" A Celebration of Musical Theatre Eurovision Song Contest Stars �" Part Three
by Adam Robinson - May 11, 2023


The West End of London might be an epicentre for musical theatre, but it is not just UK Eurovision stars who have taken to the stage. An other Eurovision powerhouse country Sweden currently have six wins to their name, and also sparkling smorgasbord of representatives who have stood in the musical theatre spotlight.

Grammy Award Winning Artist H.E.R. Joins Broadway Producing Team Of HERE LIES LOVE
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2023


Five-time Grammy Award winning artist H.E.R. (Gabriella Wilson) has joined the Broadway producing team of Here Lies Love, ahead of the groundbreaking new musical's Broadway debut this summer.

Jose Llana and Conrad Ricamora Will Reprise Roles in HERE LIES LOVE on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Feb 15, 2023


Jose Llana and Conrad Ricamora  will join the Broadway company of Here Lies Love. The duo will be recreating the critically acclaimed roles they originated off-Broadway.

Jersey City Theater Center Offers Workshop By Thomas Richards, Protégé Of Jerzy Grotowski
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2023


“The Potential of Song,” a Masterclass led by Thomas Richards, theater director and former Artistic Director of the Workcenter of Jerzy Grotowski and Thomas Richards in Pontedera, Italy, and assisted by members of Theatre No Theatre, will introduce each participant to an exploration of work on songs of tradition.

BWW Flashback: A Look Back on the Exceptional Career of the Great Hal Prince
by Team BWW - Jan 30, 2023


In honor of what would have been been his 95th Birthday, BroadwayWorld is looking back on the career of Hal Prince. See highlights from his incredible career in our interactive timeline and watch past performances from his works.

Which Songs Have Appeared in Multiple Broadway Shows?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jan 15, 2023


This month, the reader question was: 'Which Songs Have Appeared in Multiple Broadway Shows?'

Interview: World Choreography Awards Producer Allen Walls at Avalon Hollywood
by Valerie-Jean Miller - Nov 6, 2022


The World Choreography Awards will be held on November 15, 2022 at the Avalon Hollywood. Being its twelfth year in existence, I spoke with Allen Walls, Creator and Producer of the World Choreography Awards to catch up with this now seasoned Presentation and how it has been evolving through the years. I have reviewed the event in the past and it is a unique evening whose purpose is to present, celebrate and honor the best Choreographed Dance pieces or segments for the year in a now myriad of categories. It has also built upon it's live presentation and quality of live performances, special guests and hosting of the highest caliber.

92NY to Present Joshua Bell & Larisa Martinez in VOICE AND THE VIOLIN in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 23, 2022


The 92nd Street Y, New York (92NY), one of New York's leading cultural venues, will present 'Voice and the Violin': Joshua Bell, violin and Larisa Martinez, soprano, on October 20, 2022 at 7:30pm ET at the Kaufmann Concert Hall.

Greek National Opera to Present World Premiere of ANDREI by Dimitra Trypani Honoring Andrei Tarkovsky
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 2, 2022


The Greek National Opera’s 2022-23 season curated by Artistic Director Giorgos Koumendakis will open with a newly commissioned opera, Andrei, by Greek composer Dimitra Trypani. Trypani describes the work as a “sound performance” and “sonic storytelling,” unfolding over eight scenes to create a contemporary funeral liturgy for Andrei Tarkovsky.

Chicago Shakespeare in the Parks to Present SHAKESFEST with Pop-Up Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 27, 2022


Chicago Shakespeare Theater will join with arts partners in Austin, Chinatown, Englewood, Little Village, West Town/Ukrainian Village, and West Pullman to present this summer’s Chicago Shakespeare in the Parks event—ShakesFest: A Chicago Shakespeare Community Cabaret.

The Concept FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Concept have there been?
The Concept has had 1 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1986.

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