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The Beautiful Lady

Closing: May 28, 2023

The Beautiful Lady - 2023 Off-Broadway History , Info & More

La MaMa presents the New York premiere of The Beautiful Lady, an unconventional musical written and composed by Tony Award-nominee Elizabeth Swados, one of Ellen Stewart’s earliest and most frequent collaborators. Set in an artists’ café during the Russian Revolution, the piece uses the words of influential poets from the time, translated by Helen Hayes Award-winner Paul Schmidt.

As the revolution quickly turns and begins to persecute its own, the performers advocate for a free and just society, seeking meaning and purpose in their resistance. In the light of the pressing issues our world faces today, The Beautiful Lady is a poignant reminder of the necessity of free speech and the enduring power of art. Bessie and Obie Award-winning director Anne Bogart directs the music-theatre piece.


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Norm Lewis, Will Roland and More to Perform at 54 Below in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2026


Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Grammy and Emmy winner Will Roland, Tony winner Norm Lewis and more. 

Ed Harris, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Allison Janney, and More Will Lead OTHER DESERT CITIES on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026


Ed Harris has revealed that he will be returning to the stage this year, starring alongside Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Allison Janney in a production of Jon Robin Baitz's family drama, Other Desert Cities.

Pitlochry Festival Theatre Names New CEO and Deputy Artistic Director in 75th Anniversary Year
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2026


Pitlochry Festival Theatre announced Henry Filloux-Bennett as Chief Executive and Sam Hardie as Deputy Artistic Director, joining Artistic Director Alan Cumming. The theatre also opened its Explorers Garden free to the public to mark its 75th anniversary.

FILMAFRICA 2026 Will Present Pan-African Cinema Series at BAM Rose Cinemas
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2026


BAM Rose Cinemas will present FILMAFRICA 2026, a showcase of contemporary and classic Pan-African cinema curated by the New York African Film Festival, featuring world, US, and North American premieres from Uganda, Nigeria, Senegal, Kenya, and beyond.

Pleasance Theatre Trust Expands 2026 Fringe Programme With 95 New Shows
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2026


Pleasance Theatre Trust has added 95 new shows to its Edinburgh Fringe programme, featuring Tim Vine, Alex Edelman, and Flo & Joan among the highlights spanning comedy, theatre, and new writing.

Claire Lyon To Play Eliza Doolittle in Australian Tour of MY FAIR LADY
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 3, 2026


Producers Opera Australia and John Frost for Crossroads Live have announced that renowned Australian soprano Claire Lyon will star as Eliza Doolittle in the upcoming 70th Anniversary season of My Fair Lady.

Prospect Musicals' 2026 Gala & Muse Awards Reveals Full Line-Up
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2026


Prospect Musicals announced the full line-up for its 2026 Gala & Muse Awards at The Edison Ballroom, honoring LaChanze, Ken Davenport, Lindsay Mendez, Ryan Scott Oliver, and Jose Antonio Vargas.

Betty Buckley Will Release 'Enough' Single, From Sara Bareilles' THE INTERESTINGS Musical
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 24, 2026


Tony Award–winning stage and screen icon Betty Buckley releases her  new single, “Enough,” written by GRAMMY® Award-winning singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles. Watch in this video as she explains more about what fans can expect from the album.

AIDA, THE (R)EVOLUTION OF STEVE JOBS, And HAMLET To Lead Finnish National Opera And Ballet 2026–2027 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 31, 2026


The Finnish National Opera and Ballet has announced its 2026–2027 season, featuring a mix of new productions and returning repertoire across opera and ballet.

THE GREAT GATSBY, HELL'S KITCHEN, and More Set For Kravis On Broadway 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026


KRAVIS On Broadway will present a new season highlighting a range of performances that embody glitz, glamour, and grit. The lineup aims to attract diverse audiences to the venue.

Marilyn Maye, Claybourne Elder and More to Perform at 54 Below in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2026


In April, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Marilyn Maye, Claybourne Elder and many more. 

Meet the Cast of THE LOST BOYS, Now Playing on Broadway!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026


Performances are now underway for the Broadway premiere of the new musical THE LOST BOYS. The production will open on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at The Palace Theatre. Meet the cast of THE LOST BOYS here!

Meet the Cast of BEACHES, Now Playing on Broadway!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026


Performances are now underway for Beaches, A New Musical, the new musical about the friends who carry us through life. Learn more and meet the cast of Beaches here!

Interview: Sara Jean Ford of Theatre Raleigh's COME FROM AWAY
by Jeffrey Kare - Mar 25, 2026


From April 1st-19th, Theatre Raleigh will be presenting the Tony-winning musical COME FROM AWAY at the De Ann S. Jones Theatre. Sara Jean Ford and I previously spoke in 2023 talking about North Carolina Theatre’s production of MARY POPPINS.

Audra McDonald, Megan Hilty, Bianca Del Rio, & More Set for Provincetown Town Hall Series
by Team BWW - Mar 11, 2026


Audra McDonald, Megan Hilty, Bianca Del Rio, Cheyenne Jackson, Marilyn Maye, Melissa Errico, Alyssa Edwards, and more are set to take park in the latest star-studded music and comedy season for the summer of 2026 at Provincetown’s Town Hall.

Linda Eder, Kate Baldwin, Jenn Colella and More to Perform at 54 Below for Women's History Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2026


Next month, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond for Women's History Month, including Linda Eder, Kate Baldwin, Jenn Colella and more. 

SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS Panto Comes to St Helens Theatre Royal
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2026


Regal Entertainments Ltd will present Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at the theatre from Saturday 28 March to Sunday 12 April. Tickets are on sale now priced from £20.

Video: HERE LIES LOVE At Center Theater Group
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2026


Center Theatre Group has released video highlights of its new production of the hit musical Here Lies Love at the Mark Taper Forum has been extended for two additional weeks and must close on April 5, 2026.

How You Know These LOVE STORY Stars From Broadway: A Stage Guide to the FX Series
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 27, 2026


From Sarah Pidgeon to Grey Henson, take a look at all the Broadway stars to look out for when you watch FX's Love Story. All episodes are now streaming on Hulu.

HERE LIES LOVE Extends Run at Center Theatre Group
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026


Center Theatre Group has announced that its new production of the groundbreaking musical Here Lies Love at the Mark Taper Forum has been extended for two additional weeks and must close on April 5, 2026.

GOOEY'S TOXIC AQUATIC ADVENTURE Extended at The Bushwick Starr Through February
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026


The Bushwick Starr will partner with ¡Oye! Group to present the world premiere of Gooey's Toxic Aquatic Adventure, written and performed by La Daniella. Learn more here!

HAIRSPRAY Original Broadway Cast: Where Are They Now?
by Sidney Paterra - Feb 28, 2026


It’s… Hairspray! BroadwayWorld is taking a look back at what the cast of this beloved musical has been up to since the show first graced the Broadway stage!

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. 

John Tartaglia, Karla Puno Garcia and More Set for The Muny Season 108 Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026


The Muny has selected the seven teams of directors, choreographers, music directors and lead designers whose creative visions will shape the Tony Award-winning theatre’s 2026 season in Forest Park.

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.

The Beautiful Lady History

Other Productions of The Beautiful Lady

1985   Regional (US) World Premiere
Regional (US)
2023   Off-Broadway La MaMa New York Premiere Production
Off-Broadway

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