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The Philanthropist

Ages: 6+
Closing: May 15, 1971

The Philanthropist - 1971 Broadway History , Info & More

Ethel Barrymore Theatre (Broadway)
243 West 47th St. New York, NY


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Graham Nash Adds New Fall Dates to Ongoing 2026 Tour
by Josh Sharpe - May 5, 2026


Two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and founding member of both the Hollies and Crosby, Stills & Nash, Graham Nash is set to continue his 2026 tour throughout the fall.

Justin Guarini and More to Perform at Ensemble Arts And The Philadelphia Orchestra Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2026


Ensemble Arts and The Philadelphia Orchestra will host the 2026 Great Stages Gala, including performances by Qin Qian and Sons of Mystro, musicians of The Philadelphia Orchestra, and Bucks County native Justin Guarini.

San Francisco Symphony Reveals 2026–27 Season, Featuring 26 Guest Conductors and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2026


The San Francisco Symphony has revealed details of the Orchestra’s 115th season. The 2026–27 season features 26 guest conductors, including five making their Orchestral Series debuts, alongside a lineup of returning and debuting guest artists.

Graham Nash Confirms Summer 2026 Tour Dates
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 24, 2026


Two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and founding member of both the Hollies and Crosby, Stills & Nash, Graham Nash will continue his 2026 tour throughout the summer. 

Graham Nash Sets Spring 2026 East Coast Tour Dates
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 14, 2025


Two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and founding member of both the Hollies and Crosby, Stills & Nash, Graham Nash is set to tour the East Coast throughout the spring. 

MOMIX Founder Moses Pendleton Named 2025 Brettell Award Recipient
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2025


Moses Pendleton, founder and artistic director of the dance-theatre company MOMIX, will receive The University of Texas at Dallas’ 2025 Richard Brettell Award in the Arts on November 1. The biennial award, which carries a $150,000 prize, is the highest honor the university bestows upon artists.

From the West End to DOWNTON ABBEY: A Look at Penelope Wilton's Stage Career
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 12, 2025


Since the early 1970s, Penelope Wilton has established herself as a major player on the British stage, and we are taking a look back at her expansive theatrical career, just in time for Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale.

Adam Lambert Joins JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at the Hollywood Bowl
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2025


Adam Lambert has joined the cast of Jesus Christ Superstar at the Hollywood Bowl! Lambert will take on the role of 'Judas,' opposite Cynthia Erivo as 'Jesus' in the previously announced special production.

Graham Nash MORE EVENINGS OF SONGS AND STORIES Comes To Raleigh's Martin Marietta Center
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2024


Graham Nash brings his “More Evenings of Songs and Stories” tour to Raleigh's Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts on April 2, 2025.

Graham Nash Adds New North American Tour Dates
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 8, 2024


Two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and founding member of both the Hollies and Crosby, Stills & Nash, Graham Nash is adding a spring leg across the East Coast, Southern U.S. and West Coast to his critically acclaimed North American tour.

Beverley Knight, Andrew Roachford, & More Join SOUND OF PHILADELPHIA Lineup at Royal Albert Hall
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 5, 2024


Singers Beverley Knight, Andrew Roachford, Omar Lye-Fook, and Tony Momrelle will join Sir Lenny Henry at the Royal Albert Hall on Saturday 19 October for The Sound of Philadelphia – marking 50 years of Black-owned soul music label, Philadelphia International Records, and legendary songwriting partnership Kenny Gamble, Leon Huff, and Thom Bell.

Graham Nash Will Tour North America This Year; Select Dates with Judy Collins + Carnegie Hall
by Josh Sharpe - May 7, 2024


Two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and founding member of both the Hollies and Crosby, Stills & Nash Graham Nash is set to tour the U.S. throughout this summer and fall. Nash will be joined by fellow Grammy-winning singer/songwriter Judy Collins for select dates on the tour, including stops at New York’s historic Carnegie Hall, Boston’s Shubert Theater, the Scottish Rite Auditorium in Collingswood, NJ and the State Theatre in Ithaca, NY

Perelman Performing Arts Center to Present World Premiere of THE FOLLOWING EVENING in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 21, 2023


Perelman Performing Arts Center will present the world premiere of The Following Evening, created by 600 Highwaymen for Talking Band.

Legendary Rockers Rick Springfield And Richard Marx Bring Their Acoustic Tour To Boch Center, January 27
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 30, 2023


Legendary rockers Rick Springfield and Richard Marx are bringing their acoustic tour to Boston's Boch Center Shubert Theatre on Saturday, January 27. Tickets go on sale Monday, November 20 at 10AM EST.

Oscar Hammerstein Museum Secures Funding to Purchase Historic Highland Farm
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2023


Explore the exciting news about the Oscar Hammerstein Museum's successful funding campaign to acquire the iconic Highland Farm. Learn about the transformation of this historic location into the future home of the museum and discover the latest updates on their progress.

MAMMA MIA!, MEAN GIRLS & More Set for Hershey Theatre 2023-24 Broadway Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 29, 2023


Hershey Theatre has announced a brand-new lineup of Broadway touring productions for the 2023-24 Series, a season that occurs during the 90th anniversary of the historic venue.

Graham Nash to Release First New Studio Album in 7 Years, 'Now'
by Michael Major - Feb 21, 2023


Two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and founding member of both the Hollies and Crosby, Stills & Nash Graham Nash returns with his first studio album of new material in seven years, titled Now, due May 19 on BMG. Pre-order/pre-save the record now. Now is produced by Nash and longtime touring keyboardist Todd Caldwell.

After 35 Seasons, Paul Pierce Passes The Torch At The Springer Opera House
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 26, 2023


On Tuesday night, the Springer's longtime producing artistic director, Paul Pierce, gathered his staff onstage in Emily Woodruff Hall for an historic announcement. 

Video: Watch Ailey's Opening Night Gala at New York City Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 21, 2022


Watch Ailey's 2022 Opening Night Gala at New York City Center. The one-night-only celebration features special appearances from Honorary Chair Tamron Hall, and more!

The Entertainment Community Fund Announces Five New Members To Board Of Trustees
by Stephi Wild - Aug 11, 2022


At an annual meeting held on July 26, the Entertainment Community Fund (formerly The Actors Fund), the national human services organization for everyone in performing arts and entertainment, welcomed five new members to its Board of Trustees and reelected Tony Award-winning actor Brian Stokes Mitchell as Chair, his nineteenth term of serving in this role.

Lin-Manuel Miranda And His Family to be Honored at Repertorio Español Annual Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 4, 2022


On Tuesday, June 7th, 2022, at 6 pm, Repertorio Español will honor Lin-Manuel Miranda and the Miranda family during the celebration of its 54th season. The evening will begin with a reception at Guastavino's (409 E 59th St, New York, NY 10022), followed by dinner, remarks, entertainment, and dancing with a live band.

Pacific Chorale To Honor Arts And Philanthropy Stalwarts At Gala 5/7
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 14, 2022


Grammy Award-winning Pacific Chorale, considered one of the nation's leading choirs, wraps its 2021-22 Season in grand style with its annual gala, “A Celebration of the Voice,” honoring two very special friends of the choir – Pacific Symphony's Maestro Carl St.Clair, who has conducted the chorus on numerous occasions over more than three decades, and esteemed Orange County business owner and philanthropist Lenora Meister, currently in her 51st season singing in Pacific Chorale's soprano section – on Saturday, May 7, 2022, 7:00 pm, at the Samueli Theater, located at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa, immediately following the Chorale's season-closing concert.

David Rubenstein Donates $10 Million to Expand Arts and Civic Engagement Initiatives at Lincoln Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 27, 2021


David Rubenstein has generously donated $10 million to Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts to support an expansion of arts and civic engagement initiatives, focused on the Atrium that bears his name.

VIDEO: Barbra Streisand Talks 'Release Me 2' and More with Apple Music's Zane Lowe
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 6, 2021


​​​​​​​Barbra Streisand's Release Me 2 is out now. To celebrate her latest release, Barbra sat down with Zane Lowe of Apple Music for an in-depth interview about her life, career, and music!

VIDEO: Barbra Streisand's 'Release Me 2' Album is Available Now; Listen to New Song 'Be Aware'!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 6, 2021


Listen to the all new track from Barbra Streisand and learn how and where to purchase her new album, Release Me 2!

The Philanthropist History

Other Productions of The Philanthropist

1971   Broadway
Broadway
2009   Broadway Roundabout Revival
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2017   West End London Revival at Trafalgar Studios
West End

The Philanthropist - 1971 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
The Philanthropist — awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1971 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Performance Alec McCowen
1971 Tony Awards Best Play Christopher Hampton
1971 Tony Awards Best Play David Merrick

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