This Day on Broadway

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Thursday, March 1, 2007

2/15 In Musical Theater History

On this day in 1886 Russian composer Alexander Borodin passes away in St. Petersburg with his opera “Prince Igor” unfinished. Almost 60 years later his work, including music from “Igor”, will win a Tony award for “Kismet” On this day in 1906 after protests from Civil War veteran groups, still very... Sign in to see full entry.

Wednesday, February 14, 2007

2/14 In Musical Theater History

Happy Valentine's Day!!!! Opening at the Winter Garden Theater on this day in 1918 is the Al Jolson musical Sinbad (164p). It's a typical Jolson piece about his blackface character Gus in Long Island society and 16th Baghdad; though Sigmund Romberg is the composer, it’s Gus Edwards’ song, Rock-a-Bye... Sign in to see full entry.

2/13 In Musical Theater History

On this day in 1934, according to Richard Rodgers' autobiography, he spots an article in Variety entitled “What ever happened to Rodgers and Hart?” The songwriting team has been under contract to MGM,but has spent 4 unproductive years writing minor films in Hollywood (with the exception of Love Me... Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, February 13, 2007

2/12 In Musical Theater History

On this date in 1812, Abraham Lincoln - the sixteenth President of the United States and arguably the most famous theatergoer of the 19th century (at least to American citizens) - is born in Kentucky. He becomes a member of the plot of several musicals including Shirley Jones' Maggie Flynn (1968)... Sign in to see full entry.

2/11 In Musical Theater History

On this day in 1921, the Ambassador Theater opens on West 49th St. with the musical The Rose Girl (99p) by William C. Duncan. Architecht Herbert J. Krapp maximizes the use of space by designing the stage to run diagonally across the space. This is the first of six theaters the Shuberts will build on... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, February 12, 2007

2/10 In Musical Theater History

On this day at the Astor Theater The George M. Cohan Revue of 1916 (165p) opens, starring Charles Winninger. Written and directed by Cohan himself, he pushes the format further along by using short sketches and a tap-dancing chorus to speed up the show. Soon, Ziegfeld and other producers of later... Sign in to see full entry.

Friday, February 9, 2007

2/9 In Musical Theater History

Singer/Entertainer Sophie Tucker dies on this date in 1966. She appeared in numerous revues, including Ziegfeld Follies of 1909 and The Earl Caroll Vanities in 1924. She was 82. On this date in 1970, composer Noel Coward is knighted by Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace. When asked by The Times... Sign in to see full entry.

Thursday, February 8, 2007

2/8 In Musical Theater History

Opening on this date at the Winter Garden Theater, in 1913, is The Honeymoon Express (158p), starring Al Jolson and Fanny Brice. On this date in 1918, the same Al Jolson is given a song by a composer new to Broadway, which song he plans to use in his soon-to-open Winter Garden show. The song:... Sign in to see full entry.

Wednesday, February 7, 2007

2/7 In Musical Theater History

Opening on this date in 1923, in the Casino Theater, is Wildflower (477p), starring Edith Day, with a book and lyrics by Otto Harbach and Oscar Hammerstein II and music by Herbert Stothard and Vincent Youmans. Oscar Eagle stages the society plot, as the musical is a successful hit. On this day in... Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, February 6, 2007

2/6 In Musical Theater History

Irving Berlin becomes an American citizen on this date in 1917. Opening at the Plymouth Theater on this date in 1946 is the Oriental musical Lute Song (142p). Composed by Raymond Scott (better known for the music he wrote for Warner Brothers cartoons), the show stars Mary Martin and Yul Brynner... Sign in to see full entry.

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