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The Comedy of Errors

Closing: July 26, 1987

The Comedy of Errors - 1987 Broadway History , Info & More

Vivian Beaumont Theatre (Broadway)
150 West 65th St. at Broadway New York, NY 10023


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BEAU JEST Comes to North Coast Repertory Theatre in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026


North Coast Repertory Theatre will present Beau Jest, James Sherman's delightful Jewish-American story that weaves together vibrant traditions, sizzling chemistry, and joyous celebrations into a warm-hearted theatrical treat.

Cast and Full Tour Dates Set For UK Tour of Susan Hill's THE WOMAN IN BLACK
by Stephi Wild - Jul 10, 2025


Casting and full tour dates have been announced for Susan Hill's The Woman in Black, as it returns for a 22-venue UK Tour. Learn more about the upcoming show here!

Creative Cauldron Celebrates Theater Grand Opening With STEEL MAGNOLIAS
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2025


In February, Creative Cauldron will open its brand-new theater and new home in the Broad and Washington project with the production of Steel Magnolias, written by Robert Harling. 

25 Great Audition Songs for Sopranos
by Sarah Lasko - Nov 20, 2024


Let us help you find some fresh audition material. These 25 soprano audition songs are a combination of greats and lesser knowns, so you can choose material that you love and knock that audition out of the park. Check out what made the list!

Stage and Screen Actor Timothy West Dies at Age 90
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2024


BroadwayWorld is sad to report that Timothy Lancaster West, CBE, stage and screen actor, has died at age 90. Read the full obituary for Timothy West here.

Cast Set For GIVE ME CARMELITA TROPICANA! ​​​​​​​Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2024


The cast has been announced for Give Me Carmelita Tropicana!, running off-Broadway at Soho Rep, and written by Alina Troyano (a.k.a. Carmelita Tropicana) and Branden Jacobs-Jenkins.

The Atlanta Shakespeare Company Announces 2024-2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 3, 2024


The Atlanta Shakespeare Company has announced its 2024-2025 season, featuring productions of MACBETH, THE TEMPEST, and A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM.

Cast And Creatives Announced for LEOPOLDSTADT At The Huntington
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 14, 2024


The new production of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA is set to open on Broadway this fall, featuring a fresh cast and innovative stage design. Get a sneak peek of what to expect from this iconic show.

Weston Theater Company to Present PIPPIN This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2024


Weston Theater Company takes audiences on a magical quest for the meaning of life in PIPPIN, playing at Weston’s Walker Farm Theater. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: First Look at WITHNAIL & I at Birmingham Rep
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2024


New production photos have been released from the Birmingham Repertory Theatre's production of Withnail & I. Check out the photos here!

Photos: Robert Sheehan and Adonis Siddique in WITHNAIL AND I at Birmingham Rep
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2024


All new photos have been released of Robert Sheehan as Withnail and Adonis Siddique as Marwood in Withnail at I at Birmingham Rep. Check out the photos here!

DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE to Play North Coast Repertory Theatre Beginning This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 7, 2023


Experience the Halloween spirit with North Coast Repertory Theatre's production of 'DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE,' adapted from Robert Louis Stevenson's novella. Directed by Shana Wride, performances run from Oct. 18 to Nov. 12, 2023.

Pulitzer Prize-Winning Play FENCES by August Wilson is Coming to Shakespeare & Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2023


Experience the emotional depth and powerful storytelling of August Wilson's Fences at Shakespeare & Company. Follow the struggles of Troy Maxson as he navigates dreams, regrets, and a longing for a different life. Don't miss this Pulitzer Prize-winning play, part of Wilson's acclaimed American Century Cycle. Get your tickets now!

Shakespeare & Company Reveals THE CONTENTION (HENRY VI, PART 11) Cast
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2023


The cast has been revealed for The Contention (Henry VI, Part II) at Shakespeare & Company, directed by Founding Artistic Director Tina Packer and staged June 17 through July 15, opening Saturday, June 24.

Maggie Siff, Pico Alexander & More to Star in ORPHEUS DESCENDING at TFANA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 12, 2023


Theatre for a New Audience will present Tennessee Williams’ Orpheus Descending, July 9–August 6 at Polonsky Shakespeare Center. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets!

Full Casts & Complete Lineup Set for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023


Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival has announced the complete principal casts, creative teams, and events planned for the previously announced summer season.

PACIFIC OVERTURES, CLOSE UP - THE TWIGGY MUSICAL, and More Set For Menier Chocolate Factory 2023 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2023


With Marjorie Prime currently running at the company's home base in South London and Funny Girl on Broadway, the Menier Chocolate Factory announced forthcoming programming for 2023. Learn more about the lineup here!

Chicago Shakespeare Theater Marks Shakespeare's Birthday This Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 6, 2023


As the world commemorates William Shakespeare's 459th birthday this April, Chicago Shakespeare Theater will celebrate the Bard with multiple events throughout the month. The Theater will honor the legacy of Founding Artistic Director Barbara Gaines with the Spirit of Shakespeare Award, which will be presented at a fundraising event at the Theater's home on Navy Pier on Monday, April 24, 2023.

Video: Full Cast and Creative Team Announced for NEW YORK, NEW YORK; Plus Watch a New Trailer!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 1, 2023


The full cast and creative team has been announced for the brand new Kander & Ebb musical, NEW YORK, NEW YORK. Plus, check out a new trailer of the cast in action!

Graham Phillips & Krystina Alabado to Star in SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE at Pasadena Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2023


Pasadena Playhouse has announced the cast for Sunday in the Park with George, the first production of the theater’s six-month-long celebration of Stephen Sondheim. See performances dates and how to purchase tickets!

Danny DeVito Teases Possible Broadway Return Next Year
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2022


Danny DeVito revealed that he may be headed back to Broadway sooner than we think. He revealed that he and his daughter Lucy are working on a play that could come to New York next year.

Gloucester Stage Company To Present GRAND HORIZONS, Opening This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 13, 2022


The GLOUCESTER STAGE COMPANY will present the Tony Award-nominated GRAND HORIZONS next in the lineup of its 2022 season. Robert Walsh returns to Gloucester Stage to direct this thought-provoking comedy of marital malaise by award-winning playwright Bess Wohl, running from July 29 to August 21.

Barbara Gaines to Step Down as Artistic Director of Chicago Shakespeare Theater in 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 1, 2022


Thirty-six years after founding Chicago Shakespeare Theater and paving the way for the Tony Award-winning company to become one of the nation’s leading theaters, Barbara Gaines has announced her plan to step down as Artistic Director in 2023.

Paramount Theatre Completes Casting for World Premiere Musical THE SECRET OF MY SUCCESS
by Rebecca Russo - Jan 30, 2020


Paramount Theatre announces the addition of two principal cast members a?" Sydney Morton and Melody A. Betts a?" both making their Paramount debuts in its upcoming world premiere musical The Secret of My Success.

Crowded Fire Theater Announces 2019 IGNITE FUND Recipients
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2019


Crowded Fire Theater (CFT), known as a vital home for new play development and production on the West Coast, announced Ard, Keiko Shimosato Carreiro, Everett Elton Bradman, Erin Gilley, and Ashley Smiley as the fourth year IGNITE FUND awardees. The IGNITE FUND awards $10,000 in total annually to support the growth of and enhance the working lives of Bay Area theater designers and technicians through a competitive grant process.

The Comedy of Errors History

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The Comedy of Errors - 1987 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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The Comedy of Errors — awards and nominations
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1984 Olivier Awards Most Promising Newcomer of the Year in Theatre Henry Goodman

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