How It All Began 1981

Opened: June 18, 1981
Closing: July 12, 1981

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F. Murray Abraham Will Appear in a Benefit Reading of Edward Albee's FRAGMENTS
by Stephi Wild - Mar 13, 2024

​​​​​​​F. Murray Abraham will appear in a special benefit performance of Edward Albee's FRAGMENTS on Saturday, April 6th, 2024, 8:00PM at Debonair Music Hall.

Staged Reading of AT HOME AT THE ZOO Comes to Debonair Music Hall Next Week
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2024

Black Box PAC will present a staged reading of AT HOME AT THE ZOO (1959/2004) on Wednesday, March 20th, 2024, 7:30PM at Debonair Music Hall.

Ballet Tech to Present 30th Anniversary Kids Dance at the Joyce
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2024

Ballet Tech will return to The Joyce Theater for the 30th anniversary of its Kids Dance student performance troupe, May 30–June 2. Learn how to purchase tickets!

THE WOMAN IN THE MIRROR Makes West Coast Premiere in March
by Stephi Wild - Feb 22, 2024

The Woman in the Mirror will make its West Coast premiere in Palm Springs next month.

Cleveland Public Theatre to Present US Debut Of Hanoch Levin's REQUIEM
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 3, 2024

Cleveland Public Theatre will present the USA debut of Hanoch Levin's REQUIEM, directed by Raymond Bobgan. The play will run from March 14 to April 6, featuring a diverse cast led by Peter Lawson Jones. Learn more here!

Arts Philanthropist Vale M.J.M Carter AO Has Passed Away
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 20, 2024

he Art Gallery of South Australia mourns the loss of one of this nation’s most significant philanthropists to the arts. His generosity and commitment to expanding the scope and quality of the Gallery’s collections will be remembered.

Actor Sues 1776 Tour Producers for Racial Discrimination and Retaliation
by Cara Joy David - Jan 16, 2024

Over the years, I’ve heard several black actors complain about how their preferred hair plan was dismissed by producers. Now one is suing producer NETworks Presentations, 1776 Touring, and several of their employees, claiming that increasing tensions led to her being terminated after she expressed a desire to submit a written racism complaint.

(IM)MIGRANTS OF THE STATE is Returning to The Actors' Gang For 6 Performances
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 6, 2024

The groundbreaking production (Im)migrants of the State, created by and based on the real-life experiences of formerly incarcerated actors, returns to The Actors' Gang for 6 performances. Get more information here!

(IM)MIGRANTS OF THE STATE Is Returning To The Actors' Gang For 6 Performances
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 20, 2023

The groundbreaking production (Im)migrants of the State, created by and based on the real-life experiences of formerly incarcerated actors, returns to The Actors' Gang for 6 performances.

Opera Puccini's TOSCA Comes to Artpark Mainstage Theater Next Summer
by Stephi Wild - Dec 13, 2023

Celebrating its 50th season, Artpark will present  one of the world's favorite operas, Giacomo Puccini's TOSCA, in the Artpark Mainstage Theater on Friday, July 12 at 7:00PM & Sunday, July 14 2:00PM in 2024. Tickets go on sale Friday, December 15 at 10AM. Reserved seats begin at $39.

BAM Sets 2024 Winter/Spring Season Featuring New Rock Opera From Taylor Mac & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2023

BAM ushers in 2024 by presenting a season that honors the power of artistic community. See program details and learn how to purchase tickets!

Dances with Robots Releases A Conversation with Catie Cuan
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2023

Join Sydney Skybetter as he sits down with Dr. Catie Cuan, a pioneer in the field of choreorobotics, in this episode of the Dances with Robots podcast. Discover her personal and professional journey and delve into the question of why dance with a robot. Available now on listening platforms.

Listen: The Conference For Research On Choreographic Interfaces Presents DANCES WITH ROBOTS: Episodes 1 And 2
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2023

Dive into the fascinating world of art, technology, and dance with Dances with Robots podcast. Join host Sydney Skybetter, a choreographer and Dean at Brown University, as he explores interdisciplinary practices and the ways artists and technologists navigate the world.

The Conference For Research On Choreographic Interfaces Presents DANCES WITH ROBOTS
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 9, 2023

The Conference for Research on Choreographic Interfaces (CRCI) presents Dances with Robots: a podcast exploring the intersection of art, technology, and activism. Hosted by Sydney Skybetter and Ariane Michaud, the podcast premieres on November 14, 2023. Join them as they navigate the world through interdisciplinary practice.

THE SOUND OF MUSIC Global Tour to Launch Second Season in Shanghai, China
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 9, 2023

THE SOUND OF MUSIC Global Tour - Second Season Launches in Shanghai, China. Broadway International Group and Broadway Asia are launching a second season of the international tour of Rodgers & Hammerstein's THE SOUND OF MUSIC.

Cast and Creative Team Set for Holiday Production of AS YOU LIKE IT at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 9, 2023

Shakespeare Theatre Company has revealed the cast and creative team for the holiday production of As You Like It, playing in STC's Harman Hall DEC 2 – 31.

MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG on Broadway- A Complete Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Oct 20, 2023

Looking for all the latest info on one of Broadway's hottest shows? BroadwayWorld has the full scoop on everything that you need to know about Merrily We Roll Along on Broadway. Check out all the details here!

MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG: A [Backwards] History of Old Friends
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2023

Go inside the complete history of Stephen Sondheim and George Furth's Merrily We Roll Along, playing at Broadway's Hudson Theatre now!

Burner Herzog (NYC) Releases Anthemic New Psych-Pop Album 'Random Person'
by Michael Major - Oct 9, 2023

Burner Herzog (NYC) releases their new psych-pop album 'Random Person' on October 6th. The album features catchy tunes with big hooks and anthemic refrains. Check out the video for their track 'Metric Halo.'

Jazz Legend Wynton Marsalis Returns to the Lied With the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2023

The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis will perform at the Lied Center on Sunday, October 22 at 4:00pm. Learn more about the upcoming concert and find out how to get tickets here!

A TIME FOR EVERY PURPOSE Sets Digital Debut for October
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 30, 2023

A TIME FOR EVERY PURPOSE, a gritty and evocative drama, is set to make its digital debut on October 17 for North American VOD and DVD.

Philadelphia Coming Out Parade Unveils Line-Up With Giselle Fetterman, Robert Drake, and More
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 29, 2023

Philadelphia is ready to make history once again. Pride 365: A Program of Galaei will present the inaugural Philadelphia OURfest: National Coming Out Parade and Festival/Resource Fair, the first National Coming Out Parade in the United States. Get event and lineup information here!

FRANK AND PERCY, Starring Ian McKellen and Roger Allam, Extends at The Other Palace
by Stephi Wild - Sep 27, 2023

With phenomenal demand for tickets and most performances already sold out, producer Bill Kenwright has added two final weeks to the limited season of Ben Weatherill’s new comedy, Frank and Percy, at The Other Palace in London.  Learn more about the show and get tickets to the new performances here!

Christopher O'Riley Performs at the Kennedy Center in November
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2023

Celebrated concert pianist Christopher O’Riley will perform his own arrangements of British band and Grammy winner Radiohead followed by  Johann Sebastian Bach’s iconic Preludes and Fugues, Numbers I though XII, on Monday, Nov. 6 at 7:30 p.m. at the Kennedy Center Terrace Theater. Learn more about the performance and find out how to get tickets here!

Maude Maggart to Present New Show HERE COME THE DREAMERS at Birdland
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2023

BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the singular cabaret artist Maude Maggart in the premiere of her new show “Here Come the Dreamers” on Monday, October 16 at 7:00 PM.

How It All Began FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of How It All Began have there been?
How It All Began has had 1 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1981.

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