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Closing: November 20, 1983

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Diana Ross to Bring DIANA IN MOTION Tour to Tilles Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 27, 2026


Diana Ross will bring her Diana in Motion Tour to Tilles Center at Long Island University, marking her return to the venue following a sold-out appearance in 2018.

Who Are Broadway Theaters Named After?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Mar 29, 2026


Our 41 Broadway theaters provide a home for every production that hits the Great White Way. From our oldest continually operating Broadway house, the Lyceum, to our newest reopened and functioning Broadway house, the Hudson, the Broadway theaters are all located in midtown Manhattan. Who are all of our current Broadway houses named for...? 

Cher, Paul Simon, Whitney Houston & More to Receive Honors from the Recording Academy
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 19, 2025


Cher, Paul Simon, Whitney Houston, and more will be honored during the Recording Academy’s Special Merit Awards Ceremony on Jan. 31, 2026. The event will celebrate the 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award, Trustee Award and Technical Grammy Award recipients at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre. 

Jack Wolff, Don Stinson, And More To Perform At Ucross Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2025


Ucross Foundation will host its 2025 Gala & Benefit on November 6 at POST Houston, honoring Corbin Robertson, Jr. with the Raymond Plank Award for Visionary Leadership.

The San Francisco Symphony Reveals 2025-26 Season Featuring World Premieres and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2025


The San Francisco Symphony has revealed details of the Orchestra’s 114th season, taking place September 4, 2025–June 28, 2026. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

KIMBERLY AKIMBO, THE WIZ And More Come To The Smith Center In 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 2, 2025


From fresh Broadway musicals and legendary headliners to insightful speakers and jazz masters, The Smith Center's 2025 calendar offers diverse options for everyone. Get full details for the season below!

Prince, Frankie Valli, & More to Be Honored By the GRAMMYs
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 20, 2024


Frankie Beverly, The Clash, Dr. Bobby Jones, Taj Mahal, Prince, Roxanne Shante, and Frankie Valli are the 2025 Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award honorees. Erroll Garner, Glyn Johns and Tania León are the Trustees Award recipients.

19 Theater Books for Your Winter 2025 Reading List
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 11, 2025


From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theater history; check out our collection of 19 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's winter reading list.

How Often Do Broadway Theatre Names Change?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Aug 25, 2024


This time, the reader question was: How often do Broadway theatre names change? 

Barbra Streisand: A Genesis Prize Luminary in Art and Advocacy
by Team BWW - May 22, 2024


Barbra Streisand’s name is synonymous with excellence in entertainment, but her enduring legacy extends beyond her record-breaking achievements in that field. It also includes her unwavering commitment to social justice, advocacy for underrepresented voices, and profound influence on Jewish and global communities.

Meet the Cast of PATRIOTS, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2024


The Almeida Theatre production of Patriots officially begins previews on Broadway tonight, April 1. Meet the cast of Patriots here!

Herb Alpert and Lani Hall Come to the Southern Theatre This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Mar 7, 2024


Trumpeter Herb Alpert and his wife, vocalist Lani Hall, will perform in concert Saturday, July 20 at the Southern Theatre.

Full Broadway Cast Set For PATRIOTS, Starring Michael Stuhlbarg, Will Keen, and More
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2024


The full Broadway cast has been announced for the Almeida Theatre production of Patriots, the new play by Peter Morgan. Learn more about the show and find out who is starring here!

San Francisco Opera Guild Hosts AN EVENING ON THE STAGE Benefit
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2023


San Francisco Opera Guild's An Evening on the Stage gala dinner honors Karen J. Kubin and Mary and Bill Poland on Tuesday, November 28 at the War Memorial Opera House.

Ucross Gala Unites Houston Arts, Energy Leaders In Support Of Artists
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2023


Ucross celebrated its 40th anniversary as an artist residency program at The Revaire in Houston, Texas, on November 2 with a gala and benefit that brought together the city's arts and energy leaders. The evening, which included a performance by the Alley Theatre's Susan Koozin and an awards ceremony honoring Pioneer Natural Resources CEO Scott D. Sheffield, raised more than $800,000 for the nonprofit organization.

Perelman Performing Arts Center to Present IS IT THURSDAY YET? & More Dance Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2023


The Perelman Performing Arts Center will present Is It Thursday Yet?, The March, and Motion/Matter: Street Dance Festival at the new performing arts center at the World Trade Center site in Lower Manhattan. 

Ucross Houston Gala and Benefit Will Feature Susan Koozin, Kate Schutt, Sarah Sample, and More
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2023


 Ucross, a renowned artist residency program, has announced the Houston Gala & Benefit, to be held November 2 in Houston, Texas. Learn more about the upcoming event here!

The Herb Alpert Foundation Donates $250,000 Matching Gift to the Entertainment Community Fund
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 13, 2023


The Entertainment Community Fund—formerly known as The Actors Fund—has received a generous $250,000 matching gift challenge donation from iconic trumpeter, A&M Records co-founder and philanthropist Herb Alpert, via the Herb Alpert Foundation.

The Kennedy Center Unveils Exciting Lineup for Fall 2023 Hip Hop Culture Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 25, 2023


Discover the exciting lineup and immersive experiences of The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts' Fall 2023 Hip Hop Culture Season. From electrifying concerts to groundbreaking exhibitions, this season promises to showcase the best of hip hop culture. Immerse yourself in the world of hip hop at the iconic Kennedy Center.

CHEF DAVID BURKE Receives Honoray Doctorate from Johnson & Wales University
by Marina Kennedy - May 16, 2023


David Burke, the globally acclaimed chef known for his creative approach to modern American cuisine recently received an honorary doctorate in business administration, from Johnson & Wales University (JWU) for his outstanding achievements in the culinary world.

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!

Bailey House to Honor Brian Stokes Mitchell at Annual Gala Benefit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2022


Bailey House, a leading community based organization dedicated to providing housing and supportive services for people living with HIV/AIDS and other chronic illness, will host its 34th annual Bailey House Gala & Auction benefit May 11-26, 2022.

Country Music Mourns the Passing of Naomi Judd
by Marissa Tomeo - May 1, 2022


The country music community was rocked today with the tragic news of the sudden passing of country music giant Naomi Judd. Hailing from the Appalachian foothills of Ashland, Ky., mother and daughter duo, The Judds, were first discovered by RCA label head Joe Galante in 1983 after landing a spot on WSM-TV’s 'The Ralph Emery Show.'

Photos: MANDELA to be Presented at American Theatre of Actors
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2022


East Harlem Repertory Theatre in association with Yolanda Brooks Productions, will revive the critically-acclaimed music and dance-filled play 'MANDELA.'

Jacob's Pillow Announces 2022 Dance Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2022


Jacob’s Pillow has announced the full season lineup for Festival 2022, featuring world premieres, new commissions, 90th Anniversary Season celebrations, Pillow-exclusive engagements, and work developed at the Pillow Lab. 

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The Philanthropist - 1983 Off-Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
The Philanthropist — awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1984 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor in a Play David McCallum
1984 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Revival of a Play 0
1984 Theatre World Awards Performance Glenne Headly

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