The Play's the Thing Revival 1995

Opened: July 9, 1995
Closing: August 17, 1995

The Play's the Thing - 1995 - Broadway History , Info & More

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1530 Broadway at 45th St. New York, NY

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Heather Kravas's OVERLY MERRY Announced At The Chocolate Factory Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 4, 2024


Experience Heather Kravas's unique performance in OVERLY MERRY at The Chocolate Factory Theater. This innovative show promises to captivate audiences with its creative approach to theater.

David A. Tucker II To Feature At Inaugural National Latine Playwrights Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2024


Chicano playwright David A. Tucker II wins the 2023 National Latine Playwrights Award for his black comedy, The Nude. He will be featured at the inaugural National Latine Playwrights Festival in June 2024, hosted by the Arizona Theatre Company.

Don Was Sets New Band 'Don Was And The Pan-Detroit Ensemble'
by Michael Major - Mar 19, 2024


Renowned musician Don Was forms a new band, Don Was and The Pan-Detroit Ensemble. Get the latest updates on their music and upcoming performances. Made up of stellar jazz musicians from his hometown, the band features longtime collaborators including Blue Note Records artist Dave McMurray on sax and Eminem's collaborator keyboardist Luis Resto.

Review: Alanis Morissette's JAGGED LITTLE PILL Rocks Van Wezel Center
by Shanti M. Kennedy - Mar 1, 2024


What did our critic think of JAGGED LITTLE PILL at Van Wezel?

90s Shoegaze Vanguards Majesty Crush Reissue 'Fan' EP
by Michael Major - Feb 20, 2024


Majesty Crush release a new accompanying visual for “Horse” from Fan, along with fresh intel on the single – bassist Hobey Echlin tells, “‘Horse' was written about a friend who was going through addiction in a way that was sympathetic and even empathetic. The music itself was pretty dark for us, bass riff dark churn.

Actress Rita McKenzie Passes Away at 76
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 18, 2024


Remembering the legacy of Rita McKenzie, a powerhouse on stage with a theatrical career spanning Broadway, TV, and symphony performances.

Seattle's Top Young Jazz Musicians to Play the Starbucks 27th Annual Hot Java Cool Jazz at The Paramount Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2024


Seattle’s top young jazz musicians will be performing at the Starbucks 27th Annual Hot Java Cool Jazz event at The Paramount Theatre. The concert is on Friday, March 29, 2024, at 7:00 PM. Tickets are on sale now.

Full Cast Set For THE WHO'S TOMMY on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Feb 5, 2024


Complete casting has been announced for the newly reimagined Broadway production of The Who’s TOMMY.  Find out who is starring in the show here!

Interview: Nora Hahn and Logan Vaden on ANN at The Garden Theatre
by Brett Cullum - Feb 4, 2024


'There's nobody like her, and I don't think there could be anyone like her in politics or in government these days. It's changed so much. But, my Lord, did we have a treasure when we had her.'

Shoegaze Vanguards Majesty Crush Announce Career-Spanning Double LP
by Michael Major - Jan 29, 2024


The band's frontman/vocalist David Stroughter, guitarist Mike Segal, bassist Hobey Echlin and drummer Odell Nails created a form of dream pop that was charged and uncompromising at a time when many were succeeding on an international level for merely recycling sounds originated by bigger bands.

LaMaMa to Present the World Premiere of THE MULBERRY TREE in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 18, 2024


Directed by Alexandra Aron, The Mulberry Tree will have its world premiere at La MaMa ETC. Learn how to purchase tickets!

MACK & MABEL IN CONCERT Comes to All Roads Theatre Company Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2024


All Roads Theatre Company has announced its inaugural production, a fully staged and choreographed “in concert” presentation of the beloved and rarely produced Broadway musical Mack & Mabel, starring Dermot Mulroney, Jenna Lea Rosen, and Caroline O’Connor. 

US Premiere of THE HUNT Starring Tobias Menzies to Begin in February at St. Ann's Warehouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 8, 2024


St. Ann’s Warehouse is presenting the U.S. premiere of the Almeida Theatre production ofThe Hunt, a blistering thriller catapulting audiences into some of today’s thorniest questions surrounding mob justice and forgiveness.

Alison Luff, Adam Jacobs, John Ambrosino, Bobby Conte, and Christina Sajous Join THE WHO'S TOMMY on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 4, 2024


Reprising their roles from the Goodman Theatre in Chicago are Alison Luff as Mrs. Walker, Adam Jacobs as Captain Walker, John Ambrosino as Uncle Ernie, Bobby Conte as Cousin Kevin, and Christina Sajous as The Acid Queen. They join previously announced Ali Louis Bourzgui as Tommy Walker, also reprising his Jeff Award-winning role from the Goodman. 

Caroline O'Connor Joins Dermot Mulroney and Jenna Lea Rosen in MACK & MABEL in Los Angeles
by Stephi Wild - Dec 15, 2023


Caroline O'Connor, star of stage and screen, joins the cast of ALL ROADS THEATRE COMPANY's fully staged and choreographed presentation of Jerry Herman's and Michael Stewart's beloved musical, MACK & MABEL In Concert, starring Dermot Mulroney and Jenna Lea Rosen.

6th Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival to Return in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 13, 2023


The 6th Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival is back January 18-28, 2024, ready to heat up Chicago with its annual international pageant of puppet shows and artists at dozens of venues around the city.

Review: LOVE, LOSS AND WHAT I WORE at JCC Centerstage Theatre
by Colin Fleming-Stumpf - Dec 1, 2023


The power of memory is a fascinating thing. We all have that one song that transports us back to our wedding day, or that TV commercial that immediately makes us think of our Dad, or a smell that evokes the comfort of Christmas morning. Nora and Delia Ephron’s play “Love, Loss and What I Wore” explores how that same emotional attachment exists with our clothes, and how—often unintentionally—we chronicle the many chapters of our lives, both the ups and the downs, through the clothes we wear.

What's New on Max This December 2023
by Michael Major - Nov 27, 2023


Stream Original Comedy Specials “Leo Reich: Literally Who Cares?!” For HBO And “Gary Gulman: Born on 3rd Base” For Max, Max Original Documentary “Oprah and The Color Purple Journey,” HBO Original Documentary Series “Murder in Boston: Roots, Rampage & Reckoning,” and more. Check out what's coming to Max and leaving Max in December 2023.

Feature: The Days Of Cabaret Gratitude - Day Thirty - The Gold Standard
by Stephen Mosher - Nov 30, 2023


Today, we return to last year's Days Of Cabaret Gratitude with THE GOLD STANDARD.

Duran Duran Release Sixteenth Studio Album, 'DANSE MACABRE'
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 29, 2023


Duran Duran releases their sixteenth studio album, 'Danse Macabre,' featuring brand new songs and covers of Billie Eilish, Talking Heads, The Rolling Stones, Siouxie and the Banshees, and more. The album also includes collaborations with former band members and producers.

Drummer/Composer Mareike Wiening to Release New Album 'REVEAL' in November
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 29, 2023


Drummer/composer Mareike Wiening reveals her third album, 'Reveal,' featuring trumpeter Dave Douglas alongside her quintet. The album explores personal experiences and societal pressures, resulting in rich and deeply personal music.

SABBATH'S THEATER Extended Through Mid December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2023


Due to demand, The New Group has added two weeks for Sabbath’s Theater, adapted from the novel by Philip Roth by Ariel Levy and John Turturro.

'NOW'S THE TIME: THE GENIUS OF CHARLIE PARKER #3' to Be Reissued On Vinyl
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 22, 2023


'Now's The Time: The Genius of Charlie Parker #3' will be released on vinyl, as part of Verve/UMe's Verve By Request series with Third Man Records. Get all the details here!

The Conscience Pilate Drop Latest Single “Hope” With B-Side “April Skies”
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2023


The Conscience Pilate (Toronto/Lisbon) releases their latest single 'Hope' with B-Side 'April Skies.' The Toronto indie art rockers return after a 25-year hiatus with monthly singles throughout 2023. Stream 'Hope' and watch the video now. Genre: Post-Punk, Alternative, New-Wave. RIYL: David Bowie, Manic Street Preachers, Suede, the Clash, New York Dolls, the Cure, New Order.

Broadway Buying Guide: October 9, 2023
by Team BWW - Oct 9, 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, October 9, 2023.

The Play's the Thing FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Play's the Thing have there been?
The Play's the Thing has had 5 productions including Broadway which opened in 1926, Broadway which opened in 1928, Broadway which opened in 1948, Broadway which opened in 1973 and Broadway which opened in 1995.

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