Tomfoolery 1981
Opened: December 14, 1981Closing: March 28, 1982
Tomfoolery - 1981 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More
Village Gate (Upstairs)
158 Bleecker Street New York, NY 10003
Tomfoolery is based on The Tom Lehrer Songbook and is a show like no other. Written by Cameron Mackintosh and Robin Ray, with music and lyrics by Tom Lehrer, this is one wildly wicked musical revue of novelty songs (there are no sad ones in this bunch). Music, laughter and no one spared – when you're dealing with the humor of Tom Lehrer, nothing is sacred.
In concerts, television appearances and a series of now-classic recordings, the Harvard-educated math professor delighted millions of fans during the 1950s and '60s with his dry and cynical, but good-humored, attacks on the A-bomb, racism, pollution, pornography, the military, the Boy Scouts and, of course, mathematics. Nothing is sacred in this hysterical revue that features such Lehrer favorites as "Poisoning Pigeons in the Park," "When You Are Old and Grey," "The Masochism Tango," "The Old Dope Peddler" and "The Vatican Rag," as well as an unforgettable Gilbert and Sullivan-esque recitation of the table of elements, linked together with his own inimitable concert patter.
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York Theatre Company to Present TOMFOOLERY Panel Featuring Stephanie d'Abruzzo, Josh Grisetti and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 2, 2020
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 2, 2020
Join York Theatre Company as they revisit the witty, wicked and thoroughly twisted world of famed satirical songwriter Tom Lehrer with a virtual reunion of their 2011 Musicals in Mufti presentation of the 1981 revue Tomfoolery.
Photo Flash: Remembering Dame Gillian Lynne
by Walter McBride - Jul 6, 2018
by Walter McBride - Jul 6, 2018
As BroadwayWorld sadly reported earlier this week, trailblazing dancer, director, and choreographer Dame Gillian Lynne passed away at the age of 92.
Director and Choreographer Dame Gillian Lynne Passes Away at 92
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2018
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2018
It has been announced today via her official Twitter that trailblazing dancer, director, and choreographer Dame Gillian Lynne has passed away.
2017 CAPA SUMMER MOVIE SERIES Lineup Announced
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2017
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2017
The CAPA Summer Movie Series, the longest-running classic film series in America, celebrates its 47th anniversary in 2017 with an impressive assembly of classics, cult favorites, and beloved films.
Act II Playhouse presents the Hilarious Musical Revue TOMFOOLERY
by BWW News Desk - Feb 28, 2017
by BWW News Desk - Feb 28, 2017
Act II Playhouse presents Tomfoolery, a revue of the witty, wicked and thoroughly twisted world of famed satirical songwriter Tom Lehrer, on stage in Ambler from Feb. 28-April 2, 2017.
Act II Playhouse presents the Hilarious Musical Revue TOMFOOLERY
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 31, 2017
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 31, 2017
Act II Playhouse presents Tomfoolery, a revue of the witty, wicked and thoroughly twisted world of famed satirical songwriter Tom Lehrer, on stage in Ambler from Feb. 28-April 2, 2017.
York Theatre Company Announces THE HOUSEWIVES’ CANTATA, TOMFOOLERY
by BWW News Desk - Oct 28, 2011
by BWW News Desk - Oct 28, 2011
The award-winning York Theatre Company (James Morgan, Producing Artistic Director) has announced the titles for its upcoming Fall 2011 Musicals in Mufti Concert Series-the York's acclaimed series of musical theatre gems in staged concert performances. This October, the York will continue its Off-Broadway Celebration with the Muftis of The Housewives' Cantata (October 21-23) and Tomfoolery (October 28-30).
Stephanie D’Abruzzo, Josh Grisetti and Kerry Conte Join Mufti Concert Series
by Kelsey Denette - Oct 6, 2011
by Kelsey Denette - Oct 6, 2011
The award-winning York Theatre Company (James Morgan, Producing Artistic Director) has announced preliminary casting for its upcoming Fall 2011 Musicals in Mufti Concert Series-the York's acclaimed series of musical theatre gems in staged concert performances. This October, the York will continue its Off-Broadway Celebration with the Muftis of The Housewives' Cantata (October 21-23) and Tomfoolery (October 28-30).
York Theatre Company Announces THE HOUSEWIVES’ CANTATA, TOMFOOLERY
by Kelsey Denette - Sep 12, 2011
by Kelsey Denette - Sep 12, 2011
The award-winning York Theatre Company (James Morgan, Producing Artistic Director) has announced the titles for its upcoming Fall 2011 Musicals in Mufti Concert Series-the York's acclaimed series of musical theatre gems in staged concert performances. This October, the York will continue its Off-Broadway Celebration with the Muftis of The Housewives' Cantata (October 21-23) and Tomfoolery (October 28-30).
Tomfoolery FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What productions of Tomfoolery have there been?
Tomfoolery has had 3 productions including West End which opened in 1980, Off-Broadway which opened in 1981 and Off-Broadway which opened in 1981.
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