Play On! 1997 - Articles Page 2

Opened: March 20, 1997
Closing: unknown

Play On! - 1997 - Broadway History , Info & More

Based on Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare

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TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD National Tour Sets New Records
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2024


The TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD National Tour Sets New Records, showcasing the enduring popularity and impact of this classic story across the country.

Middletown Arts Center to Present The MAC ONE-ACTS Play-Reading Festival This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2024


The Middletown Arts Center will present the fifth edition of The MAC ONE-ACTSPlay-Reading Festival. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Steppenwolf Celebrates Opening Night of THE THANKSGIVING PLAY
by Nicole Rosky - May 14, 2024


Steppenwolf Theatre Company continues its 48th season with the Chicago premiere of Larissa FastHorse’s The Thanksgiving Play, a biting comedy about everything right, wrong and woke in America, directed by Jess McLeod. Check out photos from inside opening night here!

Review Roundup: Critics Sound Off on Michael Shannon Led TURRET at A Red Orchid Theatre
by Joshua Wright - May 14, 2024


What did critics think of A Red Orchid Theatre's World Premiere production of TURRET, written and directed by Ensemble Member Levi Holloway? TURRET runs through June 9, 2024 at The Chopin Theatre, 1543 W Division in Chicago. Check out the photos below and video clips above!

Irish Repertory Theatre and Fishamble: The New Play Company Launch Transatlantic Residency
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2024


Irish Repertory Theatre and Fishamble: The New Play Company are launching the Transatlantic Residency, a follow-up to last year's Transatlantic Commissions Program. Learn more about the program!

How Rare Is It for a Straight Play to Release a Cast Recording?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 19, 2024


This time, the reader question was: With all of the Stereophonic hype this season, is it uncommon for a play to release a cast recording? How often has that happened in the past?

Allison Russell to Embark on The All Returners 2024 US Fall Headline Tour
by Josh Sharpe - May 14, 2024


Singer-songwriter, poet, activist and multi-instrumentalist Allison Russell has announced her All Returners fall 2024 U.S. headlining Tour. The dates will kick off in Burlington, VT on October 25th with highlights including Webster Hall in New York, NY on October 28th, 930 Club in Washington D.C. on Halloween, The Vic Theater in Chicago, IL on November 2nd and The Fillmore in San Francisco, CA on November 11th.

EPAC To Present LGBTQ+ Programming Throughout Pride Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2024


Celebrate Pride Month with Ephrata Performing Art Center's LGBTQ+ programming, featuring two full play productions, staged readings, and educational talkbacks. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Darren Criss and Helen J Shen Will Lead MAYBE HAPPY ENDING on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - May 14, 2024


Darren Criss will return to the stage alongside Helen J Shen in the Broadway premiere of the new romantic musical comedy Maybe Happy Ending with music by Will Aronson, lyrics by Hue Park and book by both Aronson and Park. We have all of the details!

Disney Jr. Live on Tour: LET'S PLAY Comes to the Fox Theatre in November
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2024


“Disney Jr. Live on Tour: Let’s Play' will visit Atlanta on Nov. 3, 2024, at the Fox Theatre.

Disney Jr. Live on Tour: LET'S PLAY Comes to the Kravis Center in November
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2024


“Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play” presented by Walmart marks the latest version of the Disney Jr. live tour, which will visit West Palm Beach on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts.

Disney Jr. Love on Tour: LET'S PLAY Comes to Hershey Theatre in October
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2024


Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play” - the latest version of the Disney Jr. live tour - will visit Hershey Theatre for a show on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at 6 p.m.

SUNDAY ON THE ROCKS By Theresa Rebeck Returns To London
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2024


Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Theresa Rebeck's SUNDAY ON THE ROCKS with a revival in London's pub theatre scene.

ORDINARY, A New Play By Marion Stenfort, To Open At The Hudson Guild Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2024


Explore the journey of an ordinary young adult navigating life's complexities in ORDINARY, a new one-act play by Marion Stenfort at The Hudson Guild Theater. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Jazz Musician Hayes Greenfield Releases New Book CREATIVE SOUND PLAY FOR YOUNG LEARNERS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2024


Award-winning jazz musician and educator, HAYES GREENFIELD, released a new book, CREATIVE SOUND PLAY FOR YOUNG LEARNERS, offering innovative techniques for enhancing classroom communities and supporting children's social-emotional learning.

DISNEY JR. LIVE ON TOUR: LET'S PLAY Is Coming To The Fisher Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2024


Experience the magic of Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let's Play at the Fisher Theatre in November. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: Jim Parsons and Celia Keenan-Bolger Discuss Tony Noms and Working With Jessica Lange in MOTHER PLAY
by Josh Sharpe - May 13, 2024


Jim Parsons and Celia Keenan-Bolger stopped by The View on Monday to discuss the Tony-nominated Mother Play, where they are currently starring alongside Jessica Lange. The show marks Parsons' first-ever Tony nomination. Keenan-Bolger has been nominated 4 times prior, winning the award for her performance as Scout Finch in To Kill a Mockingbird. Watch the interview!

Two World Premiere Plays & More Set for MCC Theater 2024-2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2024


MCC Theater has revealed the initial two productions of their 2024-2025 season, as well as the 25th anniversary of Miscast and their annual MCC Youth Company productions. Learn more!

DISNEY JR. LIVE ON TOUR: LET'S PLAY is Coming to North Charleston PAC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2024


Get ready for a magical adventure with the all-new Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let's Play, coming to the North Charleston PAC. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Meet the Cast of HOME, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2024


Samm-Art Williams' Home is coming Broadway, in a production directed by Kenny Leon.  Previews begin tonight, May 17, at the Todd Haimes Theatre. Meet the cast of Home here!

Cast Set for Connecticut Premiere of TONI STONE at Playhouse on Park
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2024


TONI STONE by Lydia R. Diamond will run at Playhouse on Park from May 29 to June 16, 2024. This production will be directed by Jamil A.C. Mangan. Learn more about the cast here!

New Disney Live Show, 'Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let's Play,' To Kick Off This Fall
by Josh Sharpe - May 13, 2024


“Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play” presented by Walmart marks the latest version of the Disney Jr. live tour, which will visit over 60 U.S. cities this fall. New to the tour this year is the addition of Ariel from the highly anticipated new series “Disney Jr.’s Ariel,” who will make her debut alongside Mickey, Minnie, Goofy and characters from other fan-favorite Disney Jr. series, including “Marvel’s Spidey and his Amazing Friends” and “SuperKitties.” The tour will also feature the iconic Clubhouse from “Mickey Mouse Clubhouse.

Cast Set For BRASSED OFF at The Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2024


Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre and co-producers Theatre by the Lake in Keswick and the Octagon Theatre Bolton have announced the cast for this summer's production of the much-loved modern classic, Brassed Off. 

Review: Leslie Odom, Jr. Delivers Wonderful Blend of Standards, Show-Tunes and New Music at Emerson Colonial Theatre
by R. Scott Reedy - May 12, 2024


What did our critic think of AN EVENING WITH LESLIE ODOM, JR. at Emerson Colonial Theatre?

Review: WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME at Open Stage
by Andrea Stephenson - May 12, 2024


What the Constitution Means to Me is an important play that brings difficult themes, questions, statistics, and realities into the spotlight. It takes an empathetic, compassionate, thoughtful cast and crew to bring a show like this to life, and the team at Open Stage is just the right team to bring it to the Central PA area.

Other Productions of Play On!

1997   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1997   West End London Production
West End

Play On! - 1997 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1997 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical Andre De Shields
1997 Tony Awards Best Orchestrations Luther Henderson
1997 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Andre De Shields
1997 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Tonya Pinkins

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