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The Father Revival (1981 Broadway)

Opened: April 2, 1981
Closing: April 26, 1981

The Father - 1981 Broadway History , Info & More

Circle in the Square (Broadway)
1633 Broadway at 50th St., New York, NY
Run Type Unknown
Market Broadway
Previews March 13, 1981

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DREAMGIRLS Original Broadway Cast: Where Are They Now?
by Michael Gioia - Oct 17, 2026


BroadwayWorld looks back on the 1981 Broadway musical 'Dreamgirls,' which ran for more than 1,500 performances, and what members of its cast are up to now.

CHRISTIAN HOLDER: MY LIFE IS DANCE Documentary to Premiere
by Rachel Stone - Oct 8, 2026


A new documentary about former Joffrey Ballet dancer Christian Holder, directed by Academy Award winner Brigitte Berman, will premiere at the Chicago History Museum. The film examines Holder's career in ballet, choreography, theater, music, and costume design.

Promenade Court Drama THE INQUEST to Open at The Big House
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2026


THE INQUEST, created in dialogue with charity INQUEST, opens at The Big House as a promenade production following a foster father's fight for accountability after his son's death in the Coroner's Court, exposing systemic failures in the UK care system.

Dan Siegel Announces RESOLUTION, Contemporary Jazz Album
by Rachel Stone - Sep 14, 2026


Pianist and composer Dan Siegel released a nine-song contemporary jazz album featuring collaborators including Jay Bellerose, Brian Bromberg, and Dean Parks, prioritizing raw first takes over polished perfection.

Photos: CLASSICAL CINEMA Series to Open at Metrograph In Theater
by Rachel Stone - Sep 2, 2026


Metrograph will present CLASSICAL CINEMA, a 20-film showcase exploring cinema inspired by ancient Greece, featuring rare prints of ANTIGONE, THE ILLIAC PASSION, and ULYSSES' GAZE.

THE FERRYMAN to Open Ensemble Theatre's 47th Season
by Rachel Stone - Aug 31, 2026


Ensemble Theatre will present Jez Butterworth's THE FERRYMAN, starring a cast of local actors, as the opening production of its new season in Cleveland.

CONGRESS to Bring Citizen Speeches to Melbourne Fringe at Argyle Square
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2026


All The Queens Men will present CONGRESS, a free civic performance in which everyday Melburnians deliver personal inaugural-style speeches paired with writers, staged with choreography and music.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Reveals Holiday Season at New York City Center
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2026


Alicia Graf Mack will lead the company's holiday engagement, featuring a world premiere by Jamar Roberts honoring Luther Vandross alongside new works and revived classics.

BREAKING FREE: THE FILMS OF ANJA BREIEN to Screen at Metrograph
by Rachel Stone - Aug 18, 2026


Metrograph will present new 2K restorations of six Anja Breien features, including the WIVES trilogy, marking their US premieres in honor of the late Norwegian filmmaker.

Classic American Tales to Present Weekly Porch Stories in Cape May
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 13, 2026


Classic American Tales will host weekly readings at The Dormer House and present MARGARET'S DIARY DURING A REVOLUTION at Historic Cold Spring Village in Cape May, New Jersey.

Review: CATS, Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Louise Penn - Aug 7, 2026


Cats makes a highly-anticipated return in a brand-new production for the Open Air Theatre stage. If you love dance, felines, or the score this should leave you purring.

THE BLUEGRASS ALBUM BAND's Landmark LP to Return Remastered
by Joshua Wright - Aug 4, 2026


Craft Recordings will reissue THE BLUEGRASS ALBUM, the 1981 debut from THE BLUEGRASS ALBUM BAND featuring Tony Rice and J.D. Crowe, remastered on vinyl and digital platforms.

Theatrical Press Agent and Author James W. Sapp (AKA Jameson Currier) Has Passed Away
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 20, 2026


Theatrical Press Agent, award-wining Author (Jameson Currier), Independent Publisher devoted to gay literature and later an Artist, died of a sudden heart attack at his home in in Chatham Center, New York.

POWER OF LOVE Ballet to Open at NYC Center, Celebrating Luther Vandross
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2026


Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will premiere Power of Love, a newly commissioned ballet choreographed by Jamar Roberts, celebrating Luther Vandross with arrangements by Marcus Miller and Ron Gillyard.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Unveils Programming for New York City Center Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2026


Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will return to the theater’s mainstage for a five-week holiday engagement. Audiences will experience premieres by contemporary choreographers Jamar Roberts, Yue Yin, and William Forsythe, and more.

Broadway 2026/27: Season Preview: Upcoming Premieres and Star-Studded Revivals
by Sidney Paterra - Jul 3, 2026


2026 is halfway over, which means that the 2026/27 Broadway season has just begun! All eyes are already on the lineup for the new Broadway season and many Broadway productions have already revealed full details of their upcoming engagements.

Review: Harry Connick Jr. Fulfills a Dream at Carnegie Hall
by Gregory Fletcher - May 25, 2026


The sold-out show featured the premiere of BABE: ELABORATIO, a symphony dedicated to Connick's mother, whose lifelong dream was for her son to perform at Carnegie Hall

CHICAGO Original Broadway Cast Recording Joins National Recording Registry
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026


Broadway’s original cast album of “Chicago” is among the selections joining the National Recording Registry of the Library of Congress in 2026. Learn more about the full list here!

A History of Musicals About Friendship
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 10, 2026


Friendship is nearly always a side element in musicals. From the comic sidekick of the leading character to the backup pals who provide background vocals, friends are part of the fabric of many shows—but rarely are they the main event. 

The Rise of SNL Stars on Broadway: A Comprehensive Guide
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Apr 26, 2026


Since the start of television’s legendary Saturday Night Live in 1975, there has been cross-over between the show and Broadway. Actors who have started out on Broadway have ended up gracing our televisions on Saturday night as cast members in the sketch comedy program.

None of the Above Theater Co. Will Present World Premiere of ONE SENIOR, ONE ADULT
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 14, 2026


None of the Above Theater Company will present the world premiere of ONE SENIOR, ONE ADULT, written and directed by Robert Liebowitz, at the Episcopal Actor's Guild in New York. The 70-minute play features seven actors portraying a single character.

Wallace Shawn & Deborah Eisenberg Step In for WHAT WE DID BEFORE OUR MOTH DAYS
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 1, 2026


Wallace Shawn and Deborah Eisenberg stepped in with three hours' notice for Hope Davis and Maria Dizzia, who are out due to illness, in WHAT WE DID BEFORE OUR MOTH DAYS at Greenwich House Theater on April 1 and April 2.

Spotlight on Plays: April 2026
by Team BWW - Apr 1, 2026


Spring has sprung, and with it's arrival, comes new plays for theatre lovers of all kinds. Whether you live for intense dramas or would rather escape with zany comedies, there's something for everyone both on and off-Broadway in April 2026.

Olivia Wilde’s THE INVITE, POWER BALLAD, Among Lineup for 2026 San Francisco International Film Festival
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 1, 2026


SFFILM has unveiled the program for the 69th San Francisco International Film Festival, featuring Olivia Wilde's The Invite, Kent Jones' Late Fame, Power Ballad, and more. Take a look at highlights from the lineup here.

New York African Film Festival Unveils 2026 Lineup
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 31, 2026


The lineup has been announced for the 33rd edition of the New York African Film Festival (NYAFF), spotlighting 14 contemporary and classic feature films and 25 short films.

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