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Ages: 12+
Closing: September 06, 1970

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Review: THE BOYS IN THE BAND at Open Stage
by Andrea Stephenson - May 24, 2026


The production of The Boys in the Band at Open Stage may be one of the most emotionally intense performances of the season. The two-hour run time doesn’t feel nearly that long as the actors breathe life into the characters and their stories.

THE BOYS IN THE BAND Will Close Open Stage's 40th Season in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 13, 2026


Open Stage in Harrisburg, PA will present Mart Crowley's THE BOYS IN THE BAND, directed by Stuart Landon, closing the company's 40th anniversary season.

Francis Jue, LaChanze, and More Join ROMEO & JULIET at Shakespeare in the Park
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2026


The Public Theater has announced initial casting for the Free Shakespeare in the Park production of ROMEO & JULIET at The Delacorte Theater in Central Park.

South Coast Repertory to Showcase New Talent at 2026 Pacific Playwrights Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 25, 2026


South Coast Repertory has revealed the lineup for the 28th Pacific Playwrights Festival, anchored by two world premieres of fully staged productions.

Allison Bailey, GOLDEN BOY IN CONCERT and More Set for 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2026


Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Allison Bailey, Jordan Tyson and more. 

Oversoul Theatre Collective Relaunches Improvisational Theater Workshop in New Bedford
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026


Oversoul Theatre Collective, Inc. is reintroducing a community-driven performance workshop in New Bedford, MA, aimed at fostering Black and Brown narratives through theater. The workshop, in collaboration with 3rd Eye Unlimited, began on February 10 and continues to accept new members. This initiative builds on the historic legacy of the New African Company, New England's oldest professional Black theater company.

Review: HAIR at Palm Canyon Theatre
by Charlie Thomas - Feb 8, 2026


What did our critic think of HAIR at Palm Canyon Theatre?

THE BOYS IN THE BAND to Debut at Cider Mill Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2026


BLAST will present Mart Crowley's THE BOYS IN THE BAND at Cider Mill Stage, opening February 27. The play, set in 1968 NYC, delves into the complexities of friendship and identity among a group of gay men during a tumultuous birthday party.

Vanessa Williams, Tony Danza and More to Perform at 54 Below in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026


Next month, 54 Below, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Vanessa Williams, Tony Danza and more. 

Boston Symphony Orchestra Unveils 2026 Tanglewood Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2026


Tanglewood has revealed the details of its 2026 season, opening in late June and continuing to Labor Day weekend. The schedule brings many of the world’s most exciting musicians to the beautiful Berkshire hills of western Massachusetts.

Is Broadway In a New Musical Drought?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Feb 15, 2026


For the past two seasons, 14 or 15 new musicals have opened on Broadway. Even in the challenging first two seasons coming out of the pandemic, Broadway saw 8 or 9 new musicals opening. And in the last four full seasons prior to the pandemic, Broadway saw an average of 11 new musicals per season. What gives?

Which Pre-Broadway Tryout Theater Boasts the Most Best Musical Tony Award Winners?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Nov 30, 2025


While different tryout theaters have different relationships to the development of new shows, it’s worth looking at both which commercial rental theaters and which non-profit theaters have had the most Best Musical Tony Award winners come from their stages.

Plays of Wilton Reveals Final Production of 2025 POW! in the Park Series
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2025


Plays of Wilton (POW!), in collaboration with the City of Wilton Manors, Florida, has announced the final production of its 2025 POW! In The Park series: Mart Crowley's play, 'The Boys in the Band.'

Exclusive: THE BEACH BOYS 40 Greatest Songs - In Honor of the Passing of BRIAN WILSON (1942-2025)
by Peter Nason - Jun 11, 2025


Brian Wilson, musical genius and founder of the Beach Boys, died today (Wednesday, June 11, 2025), so in honor of him, here is an article of the 40 greatest Beach Boys songs that I wrote for Broadway World two years ago.  Love & Mercy, Brian!

EGOT Explained: Who Has Joined the Elite Group and Who Is Close to Making History?
by Sidney Paterra - May 26, 2025


Few honors in entertainment are as coveted—or as rare—as achieving EGOT status. This elite distinction marks a career filled with versatility, longevity, and extraordinary talent across multiple mediums. What does it all mean? We're taking a closer look at the artists who have managed to join one of the industry’s most exclusive clubs.

Review: TO MY GIRLS at New Conservatory Theatre Center
by Steve Murray - May 18, 2025


JC Lee’s 2022 To My Girls continues the tradition of a group of gay guys getting together to trade snarky barbs, renew friendships and uncover hidden grudges.

Great Performances, New 42, and More Will Receive 2025 Tony Honors
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2025


The Tony Awards Administration Committee will present the 2025 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre to four contributors to the Broadway industry. Learn more here!

DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS Sets Community Pay-What-You-Can & Pride Night Shows
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 2, 2024


Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara has announced two special performances for the first production of its 2024/2025 season, the Off-Broadway hit comedy with plenty of bite, DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS, written by Gordon Greenberg & Steve Rosen and directed by Jamie Torcellini.

Steppenwolf, Goodman Theatre, and More Take Home Equity Jeff Awards
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2024


The winners have been announced for the 2024 Joseph Jefferson Equity Awards, more commonly known as the Equity Jeff Awards. These awards are given for theatre arts produced in the Chicago area.

DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS Comes to Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2024


Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara has announced the first production of its 2024/2025 season, the hilarious Off-Broadway hit comedy with plenty of bite, DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS, written by Gordon Greenberg & Steve Rosen and directed by Jamie Torcellini.

Uptown Players Presents THE BOYS IN THE BAND
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 23, 2024


Uptown Players will present the groundbreaking play The Boys in the Band, a powerful and thought-provoking exploration of friendship, identity, and the struggles faced by gay men in the late 1960s.

Review: REMNANTS OF ROCK at Rialto Community Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - Jul 9, 2024


Generations of fans were dancing and singing together to the music that changed the landscape of an era, embracing the artists that ushered in Rock-n-Roll. It was a fun night had by all, and we didn’t want it to end.

Boston Rock Legends Nervous Eaters Release Title Track Off Upcoming LP
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 10, 2024


Boston's Nervous Eaters have announced details for their upcoming 10-track album 'Rock n Roll Your Heart Away,' out August 23. The just-released title track is a soulful, bluesy rocker that's sure to get your feet moving. It's the latest gem in a string of recent singles from these rock and roll veterans. Listen to the single now!

Review: THE BOYS IN THE BAND at The Classic Theatre Of San Antonio
by Jill Ripa - Jun 7, 2024


This play did the most powerful thing that a play can do. It showed us a picture of the truth. The joyous, horrific, wondrous, terrifying, painful truth.

Boston Rock Legends Nervous Eaters to Release New LP 'Rock n Roll Your Heart Away'
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 7, 2024


Boston's Nervous Eaters have announced details for their upcoming 10-track album 'Rock n Roll Your Heart Away,' out August 23. The just-released title track is a soulful, bluesy rocker that's sure to get your feet moving. It's the latest gem in a string of recent singles from these rock and roll veterans. Listen to the new song!

The Boys in the Band History

Other Productions of The Boys in the Band

1968   Off-Broadway
Off-Broadway
1996   Off-Broadway
Off-Broadway
2010   Off-Broadway Transport Group Revival
Off-Broadway
2017   West End West End Transfer Production
West End
2018   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway

The Boys in the Band - 1968 Off-Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
The Boys in the Band — awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1968 Drama Desk Awards Best Director Robert Moore
1968 Obie Awards Performance Cliff Gorman

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