Love 1984

Opened: April 15, 1984
Closing: unknown

Love - 1984 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Based on the play Luv by Murray Schisgal

Program:

W. A. Mozart: Overture to Così fan tutte

Tan Dun: Violin Concerto “The Love”

S. Prokofiev: Selections from the ballet Romeo and Juliet


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Buck Creek Playhouse to Present INTO THE WOODS in June
by Blair Ingenthron - May 25, 2024


Buck Creek Players will present the final show of our 50th season with this musical on our mainstage. Join us for the eight live in-person performances at the playhouse starting Friday, June 14th and running through Sunday, June 23rd. 

Games, Books, and Collectables Belonging to Stephen Sondheim Will Be Auctioned in June
by Nicole Rosky - May 23, 2024


Memorabilia includes his gold record for West Side Story, custom-embroidered asylum coat from Sweeney Todd and more, including antiques of the Victorian and Edwardian as well as early puzzles, games, rebuses, coin-operated machines and more.

Barbican Theatre Plymouth Reveals Autumn Season Programme of Theatre, Comedy, and Music
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2024


The Barbican Theatre Plymouth has announced its Autumn programme of theatre, comedy, music and the world premiere of the theatre's Christmas show The Plymuff Players Present: Ciderella with local comedians Suzy Bennett, Edward Trip and actor Sam Crawley. Learn more about the full lineup here!

David Morse Joins Prime Video WE WERE LIARS Series
by Josh Sharpe - May 20, 2024


Tony-nominated actor David Morse will be appearing in a regular role in the upcoming Prime series We Were Liars, based on the best-selling book by E. Lockhart. Morse joins Mamie Gummer, Caitlin FitzGerald, and Candice King in a series that is 'a tragic love story and an amnesia thriller set on a privately owned island off the coast of Massachusetts.” In the show, Morse will play the character of Harris Sinclair.

Findlay, Garai, and More Set for THE YEARS at Almeida Theatre; Additional Season Casting Announced
by Blair Ingenthron - May 20, 2024


The Almeida Theatre has announced casting for Eline Arbo’s The Years and the Angry and Young season. 

New Jersey Theatre Alliance Announces 2024 Career Accelerator Program Fellows
by A.A. Cristi - May 17, 2024


New Jersey Theatre Alliance ('the Alliance'), has announced their second annual cohort of Career Accelerator Fellows: Ronni Hom, Alisha Sheth, and Asia Todd.

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.

Prince's PURPLE RAIN to Release on 4K Blu-ray and Digital
by Josh Sharpe - May 14, 2024


In honor of the 40th anniversary of its theatrical release, Purple Rain, the iconic 1984 film starring Prince in his film acting debut, will be available for purchase on 4K Ultra HD Disc and Digital for the first time on June 25. Purple Rain stars music icon Prince in his first film role as The Kid, alongside Apollonia Kotero, Morris Day, Olga Karlatos and Clarence Williams III.

Alexis Michelle & Tom Story Will Lead LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at Barrington Stage
by Joshua Wright - May 14, 2024


Barrington Stage Company (BSC) has announced casting for the launch of its 30th anniversary season with the new production of the multi-Tony Award-winning musical, La Cage aux Folles.

The Center for Fiction and Theatre Communications Group Present Story/Teller Arts: Quiara Alegría Hudes on MY BROKEN LANGUAGE
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2024


The Center for Fiction, a 200-year-old literary nonprofit that has created an immersive home for readers and writers in downtown Brooklyn, and Theatre Communications Group (TCG), the national organization for theatre, will co-present Story/Teller Arts: Quiara Alegría Hudes on My Broken Language: A Theater Jawn.

Review: TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Ohio Theatre
by Paul Batterson - May 8, 2024


This musical would flounder without a dynamic leading woman. In this case, TINA has two – Zurin Villanueva (who performed in the May 7 show) and Ari Groover because of the energy and vocal demands of the role.

Lindsay Buckingham to Release '20th Century Lindsey' Vinyl Boxed Set
by Josh Sharpe - May 8, 2024


20th Century Lindsey will be available on June 14 from Rhino as a 4-LP set and digitally as well as a 4-LP set exclusively sold on Rhino.com & LindseyBuckingham.com. A 4-CD set will be released later this year in August. Listen to a new track available now!

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According to reports, Faye Dunaway and Harvey Keitel will be starring together in a new supernatural romance film from director Jonathan Baker. Actor Andrew McCarthy of The Blacklist will also be appearing in the film. The plot of the movie, titled Fate, is being kept under wraps but is reported to be set at a 'Vista hotel', taking its inspiration from the historic Vista Theatre in Los Angeles, now owned by Quentin Tarantino.

Mia Farrow and Patti LuPone Will Return to Broadway in THE ROOMMATE
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2024


Mia Farrow and Patti LuPone will return to Broadway this year! The pair will star in the new comedy, The Roommate by Jen Silverman. Learn more here!

Art Song Ensemble Calliope's Call Celebrates Tenth Anniversary With Release of Debut Album 'New Moon'
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2024


Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Boston-based Art Song Ensemble CALLIOPE'S CALL with their debut album NEW MOON.

MY WHITE HUSBAND Comes to Moving Arts Theatre Company in May
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2024


Moving Arts Theatre Company will present the world-premiere of Leviticus Jelks’ debut play, My White Husband, opening May 18th in Los Angeles with previews on May 16th and 17th. 

Review: A CHORUS OF DISAPPROVAL, Salisbury Playhouse
by Cheryl Markosky - May 1, 2024


What can be more cheering on a dreary, wet evening than seeing a jolly Alan Ayckbourn comedy?

Director Rebecca Aparicio To Receive SDCF's 2024 Barbara Whitman Award
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 29, 2024


Established by theatrical producer Barbara Whitman in 2021, this award recognizes a woman, trans, or non-binary director who has developed a clear and distinctive artistic voice and demonstrated unique vision in their theatrical work.

Interview: Norm Lewis Battles Wits with Seth Rudetsky During One-Highter at The Wallis
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Broadway @ The Wallis concert series, this time featuring Seth Rudetsky and Norm Lewis, returns for its final curtain of the 2023/2024 Season May 2, 2024, at The Wallis. Expect an evening of loads of Broadway trivia from Seth coupled with the melodious vocals of Norm.  Amidst his busy schedule, Norm found some time to again answer a few of my queries.

George Orwell's 1984 Will Be Staged at Theatre Royal Bath in and Adaptation By Ryan Craig
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2024


The novel which has most influenced the 21st century is brought to the stage in a thrilling new version by Ryan Craig which comes to Theatre Royal Bath from 20 – 28 September 2024, followed by a UK tour to be announced.

Adam Guettel, Austin Pendleton and More Will Be Honored with Dramatists Guild Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 19, 2024


The Dramatists Guild previously announced that playwright Christopher Durang will receive a Lifetime Achievement award at this year’s ceremony. He will be joined by two additional recipients, George C. Wolfe and Emily Mann.

Ice Theatre of New York Reveals Lineup For 2024 Home Season Performances
by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2024


Ice Theatre of New York has announced the 2024 Home Season Performances, beginning on Friday, May 3 at 7pm and continuing Saturday, May 4 at 7pm, before concluding with the Benefit Gala and Performance on Monday, May 6 at 6:30pm.

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by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2024


Lyric Hammersmith Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for the UK premiere of Alice Childress’ Wedding Band:  A Love/Hate Story in Black and White, directed by Stage Debut Award winner Monique Touko, who returns to the Lyric after the smash-hit production of School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play. 

Stephen Sondheim's Connecticut Home Sells for $3.25 Million
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The home of late Broadway icon Stephen Sondheim, which BroadwayWorld previously reported was for sale, has sold for $3.25 million. Learn more!

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by James Lindhorst - Apr 14, 2024


This well-directed and remarkably acted version of HAMLET illustrates how entertaining and engaging Shakespeare’s works can be. Siler and his cast created a production that would meet the highest standards of a finicky bardolator while entertaining a casual theater goer who may wonder if Shakespeare is right for them. 

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1984   Off-Broadway Original Off-Broadway Production
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1986   London Fringe London Production
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2023   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Premiere Production
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Love - 1984 Off-Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1984 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Score Howard Marren
1984 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Score Susan Birkenhead

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