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On the Town

Ages: 6+
Closing: August 31, 1997

On the Town - 1997 Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Delacorte Theatre
81st and Central Park New York, NY 10024

On the Town bursts onto the stage with infectious energy, celebrating the carefree spirit of three sailors on a 24-hour shore leave in New York City. Following Gabey, Chip, and Ozzie, the musical captures the electric atmosphere of a bustling wartime metropolis. Yearning for romance and adventure, they set out to explore the city's hidden gems and find love before their leave ends.

Packed with iconic songs like "New York, New York" and "Lonely Boy," the show follows their whirlwind escapades. Gabey falls head-over-heels for Ivy, a beautiful cab driver, while Chip seeks a connection with a picture-perfect woman he sees on a billboard. Ozzie, the shy one of the bunch, finds his confidence with a group of anthropological museum workers. With playful dances, witty lyrics, and a lively score, On the Town is a delightful ode to youthful optimism, the magic of New York City, and the fleeting joys of a romantic adventure.


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On the Town History

Other Productions of On the Town

1944   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1959   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
1963   West End London Revival
West End
1971   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1992   West End London Concert Revival
West End
1997   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
1997   Off-Broadway
Off-Broadway
1998   Broadway Broadway Transfer Production
Broadway
2005   West End English National Opera Production
West End
2005   Los Angeles Reprise! Concert
Los Angeles
2007   West End Return Engagement [ENO Production]
West End
2008   Off-Broadway Encores! Concert
Off-Broadway
2014   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2017   West End Regent's Open Air Revival
West End

On the Town - 1997 Off-Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
On the Town — awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1998 Obie Awards Performance Mary Testa
1998 Obie Awards Performance Lea DeLaria

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