The Special 1985

Opened: October 19, 1985
Closing: unknown

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VIOLET & ME Comes to Connecticut This Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 12, 2024


Locally-based Emmy-awarding winning artist Dorothy Lyman brings her heartfelt and honest solo play, Violent and Me: A Mama-logue, to Washington, CT as a special fundraiser for Connecticut Theatre Exchange (CTX). 

The Cherry Orchard Festival Will Present the New York Premiere of ADDRESS UNKNOWN
by Stephi Wild - Apr 11, 2024


The Cherry Orchard Festival will present the New York premiere of ADDRESS UNKOWN, a playstarring pianist Evgeny Kissin and baritone Thomas Hampson in acting-only roles, based on the anti-fascist novel by Kathrine Kressmann Taylor banned in 1930s Germany.

Parsons Dance Will Return to the Joyce For Annual NYC Homecoming
by Stephi Wild - Apr 11, 2024


Parsons Dance will return to The Joyce Theater for its annual two-week season, from Tuesday, May 14 through Saturday, May 25.  

Nashville Repertory Theatre's Stellar 39th Season Continues With Superb Prooduction of THE COLOR PURPLE
by Jeffrey Ellis - Apr 9, 2024


Led by a bravura performance from Carli Hardon, Nashville Repertory Theatre’s production of The Color Purple – the musical based on the beloved Alice Walker novel – is yet another extraordinary success from the professional company in the midst of its 39th season. Directed with complete self-assurance and confidence by Reggie Law, with evocative and energetic choreography by Joi Ware and the musical direction of Dion Treece that results in one of the most emphatically sung shows in Nashville Rep history.

Broadway Veteran Natalie Toro Receives Alumni Award From Boston Conservatory At Berklee
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 5, 2024


Broadway veteran Natalie Toro has been honored with an alumni award from Boston Conservatory at Berklee. Discover more about Toro's illustrious career and this prestigious recognition.

Review: CLUE at Kauffman Center
by Alan Portner - Apr 4, 2024


Three quarters of a century following its first North American game release, a top-quality touring play version of “Clue, A New Comedy” has appeared set in a mansion located in suburban Washington, D.C.   At the risk of sounding like a bad horror novel or even worse “B” movie, all the action takes place in a spooky mansion on a dark and stormy night. This is not the first attempt to leverage the popular game into other venues.

New York City Ballet 2024 Spring Season To Include Works From Balanchine And More
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2024


New York City Ballet's 75th anniversary celebration will continue with the 2024 Spring Season which will open on Tuesday, April 23 and conclude with a week-long run, May 28 through June 2, of Balanchine's full-length production of A Midsummer Night's Dream.

FOREIGNER Farewell Tour Continues This Fall With Loverboy & Lita Ford At Charleston Civic Center
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2024


Catch the next leg of FOREIGNER's Farewell Tour this fall featuring Loverboy and Lita Ford.

Foreigner Brings THE FAREWELL TOUR To Ford Wyoming Center This October
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2024


Catch the iconic rock band FOREIGNER in concert, featuring special guest LOVERBOY. Don't miss this electrifying performance announced for April 2024.

FOREIGNER Farewell Tour Continues This Fall With Loverboy & Lita Ford
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2024


FOREIGNER has announced the next leg of their farewell tour this fall, with special guests Loverboy and Lita Ford on select dates. 

MRS. KRISHNAN'S PARTY & More Lead Boston's April 2024 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Apr 1, 2024


Boston is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for April 2024 include Mrs. Krishnan's Party, Jagged Little Pill and more!

Chevy Chase & NATIONAL LAMPOON'S VACATION Stars To Attend FAN EXPO Philadelphia
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2024


Join Chevy Chase and the cast of NATIONAL LAMPOON'S VACATION at FAN EXPO Philadelphia for photo ops, autographs, and Q&As. Learn how to attend the event!

Patti LuPone & More to Join Atlantic Theater Company 2024 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2024


Atlantic Theater Company will present their 2024 Gala on Monday, April 29, 2024 at The Plaza. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.

American Soprano Kathleen Battle to Return to the Met Opera in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2024


Soprano Kathleen Battle will return to the Met for a special concert program on Sunday, May 12 at 5PM.

Palace Theater To Host Free CommUNITY Event: Unifying & Equalizing Through Sports
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 13, 2024


On May 1, 2024, Palace Theater will host CommUNITY: UNIFYING & EQUALIZING THROUGH SPORTS. This event explores the power of sports in bringing communities together and promoting equality.

Ara Dinkjian and Arsen Petrosyan to Perform Armenian Music Concert in Brooklyn
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2024


Enjoy an evening of Armenian music with Ara Dinkjian and Arsen Petrosyan, accompanied by a string quartet. The concert will take place at Roulette in Downtown Brooklyn. Learn how to purchase tickets.

FORBIDDEN BROADWAY Comes To Popejoy Hall This April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 12, 2024


The Tony Award-winning FORBIDDEN BROADWAY arrives at Popejoy Hall Sunday April 7, 2024, at 3:00 pm.

MOULIN ROUGE!, SIX, SHREK & More Set For Broadway San Jose 2024/2025 Season
by Joshua Wright - Mar 12, 2024


Broadway San Jose has announced the six productions that will make up the company's 2024/25 season. The season kicks off with the hilarious murder mystery comedy, CLUE (October 29–November 3, 2024), followed by the reimagined production of SHREK THE MUSICAL (December 17–22, 2024).

A Complete 2024 Broadway Awards Season Calendar
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 12, 2024


The 2024 theatre awards season is quickly approaching, and keeping track of all of the important dates for the many ceremonies and their corresponding nomination announcements is no easy feat. BroadwayWorld has all of the details!

New Orleans Ballet Association to Present Parsons Dance and The Allen Toussaint Orchestra
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2024


Join the New Orleans Ballet Association as they conclude their 2023-24 season with the Parsons Dance and The Allen Toussaint Orchestra. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Opera Atelier Reveals 2024/25 Season Featuring a North American Premiere & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 7, 2024


Opera Atelier has unveiled the 2024/2025 season: A Miracle, A Metamorphosis, A Masterpiece Reborn. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Celebrate Spring With First Stage's Production Of DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: THE MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 6, 2024


Celebrate the arrival of spring with First Stage's entertaining production of DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: THE MUSICAL. A fun-filled show perfect for the entire family.

First Stage to Present DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: THE MUSICAL This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2024


First Stage will present DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: THE MUSICAL as the final production in their 2023/24 mainstage season. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

FUNNY GIRL, HAMILTON, and More Set For Broadway in Austin 2024-25 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2024


Broadway in Austin has announced its upcoming 2024-25 season. The season kicks off with MJ the Musical on October 8, and continues with a total of 7 shows, running through May 2025.

Grand Rapids Civic Theatre Reveals 2024-25 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2024


Grand Rapids Civic Theatre announced the ’24/’25 season lineup, which features multiple area community theatre premieres and a family favorite as a part of next season’s offerings, in addition to an exciting new effort to make live theatre more accessible for young audiences. Learn more about the full lineup here!

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