The Merry Widow 1907

Opened: October 21, 1907

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What's the History of Broadway Show Merchandise? 
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Aug 20, 2023


This time, the reader question was: What's the History of Broadway Show Merchandise? 

Which Broadway Show Has Been Revived the Most?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Dec 4, 2022


This month, the reader question was “What Broadway show has been revived the most?” Taking both plays and musicals into account, and considering works in repertory, these were the findings.

20 Theater Books for Your Summer 2022 Reading (and Listening) List
by Team BWW - Jun 25, 2022


Summer is here at last and there is no better time to have fun in the sun with a new read! You're in luck, because this year, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind.

BWW Review: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at Tilles Center “…A tale of revenge and retribution; So if you're smart”, you'll see it!
by Nicholas Pontolillo - Nov 4, 2017


If one were to describe A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder in a single phrase, it would be described as 'madcap fun'. On October 28, 2017, the national touring production of A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder (GGLM) performed at the Tilles Center in Greenvale, NY.

New Production of Puccini's Romance MANON LESCAUT to Open This Month at the Met
by BWW News Desk - Feb 12, 2016


The Met's new production of Puccini's MANON LESCAUT opens February 12 with Kristine Opolais as the seductive, tragic heroine and Roberto Alagna in a role debut as her ardent lover, the Chevalier des Grieux.

New Production of Puccini's Romance MANON LESCAUT to Open This Month at the Met
by BWW News Desk - Feb 2, 2016


The Met's new production of Puccini's MANON LESCAUT opens February 12 with Kristine Opolais as the seductive, tragic heroine and Roberto Alagna in a role debut as her ardent lover, the Chevalier des Grieux.

Los Teatros del Canal acogerán 'La Viuda Alegre' a finales de 2015
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Jun 2, 2015


Del 18 de diciembre al 16 de enero de 2016 la Sala Roja de los Teatros del Canal acogera la produccion dirigida por Emilio Sagi protagonizada por Natalia Millan, Antonio Torres, Silvia Luchetti y Guido Balzaretti.

Natalia Millán encabezará el reparto de 'La Viuda Alegre' en el Teatro Arriaga
by Roberto Rodríguez - Nov 19, 2014


La actriz Natalia Millán interpretará el papel protagonista de Hanna Glawari en la opereta 'La Viuda Alegre', que se representará del 13 al 24 de mayo de 2015 en el Teatro Arriaga de Bilbao. La producción estará dirigida por Emilio Sagi, y contará también en su reparto con Antonio Torres (Conde Danilo), José Manuel Díaz (Barón Mirko Zeta), Silvia Luchetti (Valencienne), Guido Balzaretti (Camille) y Enrique Viana (Njegus).

The Dallas Opera Presents SALOME, Now thru 11/8
by BWW News Desk - Oct 30, 2014


The Dallas Opera's explosive second production of the 2014-2015 'Heights of Passion' Season is SALOME by Richard Strauss (whose libretto was based on Hedwig Lachmann's German translation of Oscar Wilde's play). SALOME, generally regarded as one of the masterpieces of the Late Romantic Era, opens tonight, October 30, 2014 at 7:30 p.m. in theMargot and Bill Winspear Opera House at the AT&T Performing Arts Center located in the Dallas Arts District.

The Dallas Opera Presents SALOME, 10/30-11/8
by BWW News Desk - Oct 6, 2014


The Dallas Opera's explosive second production of the 2014-2015 "Heights of Passion" Season is SALOME by Richard Strauss (whose libretto was based on Hedwig Lachmann's German translation of Oscar Wilde's play). SALOME, generally regarded as one of the masterpieces of the Late Romantic Era, opens on Thursday, October 30, 2014 at 7:30 p.m. in theMargot and Bill Winspear Opera House at the AT&T Performing Arts Center located in the Dallas Arts District.

North Coast Rep Presents San Diego Premiere of Steve Martin's Adaptation of THE UNDERPANTS, Now thru 9/30
by BWW News Desk - Sep 5, 2012


North Coast Repertory Theatre presents a San Diego premiere of The Underpants, adapted by Steve Martin and written by Carl Sternheim. The show begins previews tonight, September 5th through 7th and continues September 8 through 30, 2012.

North Coast Rep Presents San Diego Premiere of Steve Martin's Adaptation of THE UNDERPANTS, 9/5-10/7
by BWW News Desk - Aug 30, 2012


North Coast Repertory Theatre presents a San Diego premiere of The Underpants, adapted by Steve Martin and written by Carl Sternheim. The show begins previews September 5-7 and continues September 8 through October 7, 2012.

Lyric Opera of Chicago to Present OKLAHOMA! in 2013
by Kelsey Denette - Jul 18, 2012


Anthony Freud, general director of Lyric Opera of Chicago, announced today the creative team and performance dates for Oklahoma! The classic American musical by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II will receive its Lyric Opera premiere in May 2013, following the company's regular opera season.

Japan Society Presents SHADOWS OF THE RISING SUN, 12/10-12
by BWW News Desk - Dec 12, 2010


War is honor, glory, and the wisdom of the nations swept away by the wind of fear and the fires of bloodshed. This winter Japan Society's tells the multifaceted story of Japan's quest for Empire and its tragic downfall, as seen through the eyes of filmmakers from Japan and China.

Japan Society Presents SHADOWS OF THE RISING SUN, 12/10-12
by BWW News Desk - Dec 10, 2010


War is honor, glory, and the wisdom of the nations swept away by the wind of fear and the fires of bloodshed. This winter Japan Society's tells the multifaceted story of Japan's quest for Empire and its tragic downfall, as seen through the eyes of filmmakers from Japan and China.

Japan Society Presents SHADOWS OF THE RISING SUN, 12/10-12
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 18, 2010


War is honor, glory, and the wisdom of the nations swept away by the wind of fear and the fires of bloodshed. This winter Japan Society's tells the multifaceted story of Japan's quest for Empire and its tragic downfall, as seen through the eyes of filmmakers from Japan and China.

Paloma San Basilio vuelve a los escenarios con "La Viuda Alegre"
by Roberto Rodriguez - Oct 8, 2010


La conocida actriz y cantante Paloma San Basilio volverá al teatro en 2011 para protagonizar 'La Viuda Alegre', versión española del clásico de 1905 'The Merry Widow', con música de Franz Lehár y libreto de Viktor Léon y Leo Stein.

NY Philharmonic and Shanghai Symphony Orchestra Opens 2010 Concerts in the Parks, 7/13
by BWW News Desk - Jul 13, 2010


The 2010 New York Philharmonic Concerts in the Parks, Presented by Didi and Oscar Schafer, will open with a free joint concert featuring the New York Philharmonic, conducted by Andrey Boreyko, and the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra, conducted by its music director, Long Yu, with pianist Lang Lang as one of the soloists, Tuesday, July 13, 2010, at 8:00 p.m., on the Great Lawn in Central Park.

NY Philharmonic and Shanghai Symphony Orchestra to Open 2010 Concerts in the Parks
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 19, 2010


The 2010 New York Philharmonic Concerts in the Parks, Presented by Didi and Oscar Schafer, will open with a free joint concert featuring the New York Philharmonic, conducted by Andrey Boreyko, and the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra, conducted by its music director, Long Yu, with pianist Lang Lang as one of the soloists, Tuesday, July 13, 2010, at 8:00 p.m., on the Great Lawn in Central Park.

Guleghina, Domingo, Borodina Star In Adriana Lecouvreur 2/6
by BWW News Desk - Feb 6, 2009


Maria Guleghina and Pl?cido Domingo star in Cilea's Adriana Lecouvreur, which opens at the Metropolitan Opera on February 6 with Domingo returning to sing the role of his Met debut 40 years ago. Guleghina sings Adriana, the famous actress in love with the military hero Maurizio, sung by Domingo. Olga Borodina sings the Principessa di Bouillon, Adriana's rival for Maurizio's affections, and Roberto Frontali is Adriana's faithful friend Michonnet. Marco Armiliato conducts all performances, and Marcello Giordani sings the role of Maurizio on February 17. All the principal singers other than Domingo are performing their roles for the first time at the Met. Mark Lamos stages this revival, with set designs by C.M. Cristini after sketches by Camillo Paravicini and costume designs by Ray Diffen with additional costumes by Jane Greenwood. Lighting design is by Duane Schuler and choreography by Sergei Gritsai.

Guleghina, Domingo, Borodina Star In Adriana Lecouvreur 2/6
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 30, 2009


Maria Guleghina and Pl?cido Domingo star in Cilea's Adriana Lecouvreur, which opens at the Metropolitan Opera on February 6 with Domingo returning to sing the role of his Met debut 40 years ago. Guleghina sings Adriana, the famous actress in love with the military hero Maurizio, sung by Domingo. Olga Borodina sings the Principessa di Bouillon, Adriana's rival for Maurizio's affections, and Roberto Frontali is Adriana's faithful friend Michonnet. Marco Armiliato conducts all performances, and Marcello Giordani sings the role of Maurizio on February 17. All the principal singers other than Domingo are performing their roles for the first time at the Met. Mark Lamos stages this revival, with set designs by C.M. Cristini after sketches by Camillo Paravicini and costume designs by Ray Diffen with additional costumes by Jane Greenwood. Lighting design is by Duane Schuler and choreography by Sergei Gritsai.

The Merry Widow FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Merry Widow have there been?
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