Timbuktu! 1978
Opened: March 1, 1978Closing: September 10, 1978
Timbuktu! - 1978 - Broadway History , Info & More
Opulent beyond man's dreams, travelers died in an attempt to cross the Sahara in search of the fabled city of Timbuktu! Set against this exotic locale is the story of the Poet; his beautiful daughter, Marsinah; an evil Wazir of Police; his restless Wife of Wives, Lundanda; and The Mansa of Mali, Bobo. While milling about the town incognito, Bobo happens upon Marsinah and instantly falls in love, but the twisting twine of fate will have to unravel in many thrilling and exciting ways before the two lovers can finally tie the knot!
With a score featuring such Broadway hits as "Stranger in Paradise" and "This Is My Beloved," this exotic musical has the power to conjure smiles and pleasant sighs from audiences everywhere.
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Stage and Screen Actor Ira Hawkins Has Passed Away
by Stephi Wild - Nov 16, 2021
by Stephi Wild - Nov 16, 2021
Hawkins' Broadway credits include Timbuktu! (1978), The Tap Dance Kid (1983), Honky Tonk Nights (1986), and Roza (1987). Off-Broadway, he appeared in The Crystal Tree (1981), The Gig (1994), and 70, Girls, 70 (2006). His regional theatre credits include The Desert Song (1984) and Roza (1986).
Dance Theatre Of Harlem Opens Tonight With MLK Commemoration
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 4, 2018
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 4, 2018
New York's beloved Dance Theatre of Harlem, under the artistic direction of Virginia Johnson, returns to NY City Center for its annual homecoming season tonight, April 4, the 50th Anniversary of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., with the annual Vision Gala, honoring dance legend Carmen de Lavallade and civil rights icon Xernona Clayton.
Dance Theatre of Harlem Commemorates MLK with 2018 New York City Center Season
by Julie Musbach - Feb 2, 2018
by Julie Musbach - Feb 2, 2018
Following its critically acclaimed, successful 2017 spring season, New York's beloved Dance Theatre of Harlem, under the artistic direction of Virginia Johnson, will return to NY City Center for its annual homecoming season from April 4-7, 2018.
Catherine Zuber and Tony Straiges Among 2017 Theatre Development Fund/Irene Sharaff Awardees
by BWW News Desk - Feb 22, 2017
by BWW News Desk - Feb 22, 2017
Six-time Tony Award-winning costume designer CATHERINE ZUBER and legendary scenic designer TONY STRAIGES are among the 2017 TDF/Irene Sharaff Awards recipients which were just announced by Theatre Development Fund (TDF), a not-for-profit service organization for the performing arts.
Timbuktu! History
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| 1978 | Broadway |
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Timbuktu! - 1978 Broadway Awards and Nominations
Note: Award winners will appear on a background
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Choreography | Geoffrey Holder |
| 1978 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Costume Design | Geoffrey Holder |
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