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The Golden Land

Closing: July 13, 1986

The Golden Land - 1985 Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Second Avenue Theatre
189 Second Avenue New York, NY 10003

Extended by popular demand, the critics agree that THE GOLDEN LAND is the must-see musical of the season. "A show for everyone" says CBS Morning News, that will leave you "twirling in the streets!" exclaims The New York Times. Don't miss this limited engagement!

As a group of Jewish immigrants pass through the gates of Ellis Island, the land of opportunity awaits. Streets are paved with gold they've been told, but soon learn this is not nearly the case.

Bold and heartwarming, THE GOLDEN LAND is a story we all share regardless of creed or religion. It is the story of all Americans, past, present, and future chronicled in a musical journey like no other.


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Full Cast Set for FEELS LIKE THE FIRST TIME: THE FOREIGNER MUSICAL, Directed by Adam Pascal
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2026


Tilles Center and LIU's Post Theatre Company have revealed the full cast for Feels Like The First Time, a new musical inspired by the band Foreigner, FOREIGNER, running in Long Island, directed by Tony-nominated Adam Pascal.

San Francisco Symphony Reveals 2026–27 Season, Featuring 26 Guest Conductors and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2026


The San Francisco Symphony has revealed details of the Orchestra’s 115th season. The 2026–27 season features 26 guest conductors, including five making their Orchestral Series debuts, alongside a lineup of returning and debuting guest artists.

Tilles Center to Stage FEELS LIKE THE FIRST TIME – THE FOREIGNER MUSICAL in April 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026


Tilles Center and LIU Post Theatre Company will present FEELS LIKE THE FIRST TIME – THE FOREIGNER MUSICAL, directed by Tony nominee Adam Pascal at LIU's Little Theatre.

Adam Pascal to Direct FEELS LIKE THE FIRST TIME - THE FOREIGNER MUSICAL at The Tilles Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2026


Tilles Center for the Performing Arts and Long Island University’s Post Theatre Company revealed the creative team and performance schedule for the first production of Feels Like the First Time – The Foreigner Musical.

Did You Know These Musical Theatre Songs Made the Billboard Charts?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Feb 1, 2026


During and prior to the Golden Age of Broadway, songs regularly premiered on stage and then charted, spending time on the radio and becoming popular worldwide. In the 1960s, Broadway songs and popular music diverged, and work from musicals was no longer synonymous with chart hits. There have certainly been a good share of exceptions since that decade, as Broadway has evolved to mirror popular, current music genres. Several of the songs that have broken through to the Billboard charts can be heard on Broadway! 

Meet the Cast of ALL OUT: COMEDY ABOUT AMBITION, Now in Previews on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2025


The world premiere of All Out: Comedy About Ambition by Simon Rich, with direction by Tony Award-winner Alex Timbers, begins performances on December 12 at the Nederlander Theatre. Meet the cast of All Out here!

Review: BACK TO THE FUTURE IN CONCERT, Royal Albert Hall
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 27, 2025


Just missing 'Back to the Future Day' on 21 October (the date Marty McFly and Doc Brown travel to in the sequel), the iconic film Back to the Future film is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. A re-release is coming to cinemas at the end of this month and the stage version keeps on growing, showing the public appetite for this beloved film shows no signs of slowing down.

Video: Jennifer Lopez Opens Up About Seeing Her First Broadway Show
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 6, 2025


Jennifer Lopez is making her movie musical debut in the new film version of Kiss of the Spider Woman. Since childhood, the superstar has loved musical theater and recalled some of her early Broadway memories during a recent visit to Live with Kelly and Mark. Check out the interview now.

KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Award Categories Revealed for Tonatiuh and Diego Luna
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 24, 2025


Tonatiuh will compete in the awards category of leading actor for his performance as Molina in the Kiss of the Spider Woman film, with Diego Luna competing in the supporting category as Valentin.

Interview: Steve Hackett of GENESIS GREATS, LAMB HIGHLIGHTS & SOLO WORKS” at Southern Theatre
by Paul Batterson - Sep 21, 2025


Perhaps no one is more surprised Steve Hackett is doing a retrospective on THE LAMB 50 years after the fact than the guitarist himself. THE LAMB was ranked in the top ten of Rolling Stone magazine’s top 50 progressive rock albums of all time. The BBC called it a “conceptual masterpiece.” Hackett has another word for it: an anomaly.

EVITA, RENT, GREASE and More Lead Boston's Hot Summer 2025 Theater Picks
by R. Scott Reedy - Jul 1, 2025


Because of its great cultural and intellectual influence, Boston has been known as the Athens of America for centuries. That sobriquet is as true today as ever thanks to the area’s vibrant theater scene featuring pre-Broadway productions and national tours, Tony Award-winning regional theaters, and a host of other theater companies presenting everything from Shakespeare to classic and contemporary plays, musicals and concerts.

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!

QPAC Will Host Free Community Event To Kick-off Celebration Of 40 Years
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2025


Joy, inclusion, gathering and stories will be the hero themes for 2025 at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) as it celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. Learn more here!

Recap the 2024 Tony Awards Acceptance Speeches
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 16, 2024


The 77th Annual Tony Awards have officially begun! As winners take the stage this evening, stay tuned to BroadwayWorld as we bring you full text of all of the acceptance speeches; from the emotional to the humorous, and everything in between.

Abu Dhabi Festival And Robert Townson Productions Present PICTURES AT AN EXHIBITION: THE PAINTINGS OF BOB PEAK
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2024


Experience a world premiere orchestra concert event at Walt Disney Concert Hall on June 14, featuring iconic film scores and new compositions inspired by legendary illustrator Bob Peak's artwork.

GUYS AND DOLLS, COSI FAN TUTTE, and More Set For Opera Saratoga's 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2024


Opera Saratoga has announced a high stakes 2024 season! The summer festival features three sure bets - three new productions at Universal Preservation Hall running from June 27 to July 7.

Angela Bassett Is Looking For Her Next Broadway Role: 'Theatre Is My First Love'
by Michael Major - Mar 13, 2024


Angela Bassett is ready to return to the stage. On a new episode of Tamron Hall, the Black Panther actress revealed that she is currently reading new plays to land on her next Broadway role. Watch the video now!

Broadway Shows Based on the Top 1000 Highest-Grossing Films
by Michael Major - Jan 21, 2024


Of all the films on IMDB's list of the 1000 highest-grossing movies of all time, 31 have been adapted into Broadway musicals. Check out a guide to each those musicals below, along with musicals that are in development or ones that have not yet made their way to Broadway.

GUYS AND DOLLS, COSI FAN TUTTE & More Set for Opera Saratoga 2024 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 29, 2023


Opera Saratoga announces its 2024 season featuring 'Guys and Dolls,' 'Così fan tutte'. The festival will run from June 27 to July 7 at Universal Preservation Hall. All access passes go on sale on December 4.

Broadway Buying Guide: November 20, 2023
by Team BWW - Nov 20, 2023


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, November 20, 2023.

Cumberland County Playhouse's WHITE CHRISTMAS Helps Ease Your Holiday Season Worries
by Jeffrey Ellis - Nov 12, 2023


Less than 48 hours after opening night of Cumberland County Playhouse’s 2023 holiday season offering of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, we are happy/sad to report that tickets are mighty scarce as the sparkling production is almost certainly headed to a complete sellout.

A World Premiere Play, a New Bilingual Musical & More Join Atlantic Theater Company 2023-2024 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 24, 2023


Get a sneak peek into the upcoming season at Atlantic Theater Company. From world premieres to bilingual musicals, stay updated on the diverse range of productions hitting the stage in the 2023-2024 season.

A STRANGE LOOP, HADESTOWN, FUNNY GIRL Set for Center Theatre Group's 2023/24
by Alan Henry - Jul 24, 2023


Center Theatre Group has announced upcoming 2023 – 2024 programming at the Ahmanson Theatre, plus a show for all ages at the Kirk Douglas Theatre.

Exclusive: The 40 Greatest Songs by THE BEACH BOYS Ranked - The Perfect Playlist for Your Summer Vacation
by Peter Nason - Jun 14, 2023


'Good Vibrations'? 'California Girls'? 'I Get Around'? See where your favorite Beach Boys songs land on the list!

Amanda McBroom Comes to Feinstein's at The Hotel Carmichael This Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2023


This week Feinstein's at The Hotel Carmichael in Carmel brings you a Golden Globe winner in singer/songwriter Amanda McBroom, a Grammy-nominated artist and actress in the form of Alexandra Silber, and that's just the beginning!

The Golden Land History

Other Productions of The Golden Land

1985   Off-Broadway Original Off-Broadway Production
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2012   Off-Broadway National Yiddish Theatre Production
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The Golden Land - 1985 Off-Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
The Golden Land — awards and nominations
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1985 Drama Desk Awards Unique Theatrical Experience 0

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