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Joe Allen BIO

Joe Allen Restaurant has been nourishing theatergoers and theater professionals for 57 years on W. 46th Street. Starting out, they catered mostly to "chorus kids with bad knees" but quickly became the place where the worlds of theater stars and theatergoers converge. In other words, Joe Allen has defined (and then redefined, and then redefined again) "the theatrical hangout."

Perhaps the restaurant's biggest gift to the theatrical community was turning the terrible indignity of being associated with a failed show into an honor (albeit a dubious one) with its famous "flop wall."

Allen also owned Orso, neighbor to the theatre district hotspot and Bar Centrale, nestled above.

Joe Allen STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
Regent's Park Open Air Theatre Production, 2018
Ensemble

[West End]
West End Original Production, 2013
Mr. Gloop

Oompa DJ [Replacement]

Oompa-Loompa [Replacement]

Writing


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NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 Comes to Theatre Wesleyan This April

Theatre Wesleyan has announced Dave Malloy’s Tony Award®-winning musical Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 as the 69th annual spring musical.

Times Square Property Owners Join Support for SL Green Casino Bid

One Times Square and Two Times Square, as well as the owners of 5 Times Square, Paramount Building, Soho Properties, Moinian Group, Wharton Properties, RFR, Ian Schrager Company, and Stillman Development have joined in support of the proposal to bring a Caesars Palace Times Square casino to 1515 Broadway. 

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Cabaret Awards; Voting Ends 12/31

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Cabaret Awards; Current Live Standings

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards Voting Update

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards December 5th Standings; Leads Favorite Local Theatre!

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Review: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW al TEATRO OLIMPICO

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Previews: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW 50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR al TEATRO OLIMPICO

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Previews: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW 50TH ANNIVERSARY NATIONAL TOUR

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW 50TH ANNIVERSARY NATIONAL TOUR

Gerrilyn Sohn To Return To Don't Tell Mama With IF JOE ALLEN'S WALLS COULD SING & OTHER HIDDEN GEMS

Gerrilyn Sohn returns to Don’t Tell Mama with a tribute to Broadway's biggest flops in 'If Joe Allen's Walls Could Sing & Other Hidden Gems'. Directed by Lennie Watts, this show promises to be a unique and entertaining experience.

Feature: The Days Of Cabaret Gratitude - Day Fourteen - The Historian

Today, we return to The Days Of Cabaret Gratitude with THE HISTORIAN.

Joe McFadden Joins THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Tour in Glasgow as 'The Narrator'

Glasgow born actor and winner of Strictly Come Dancing Joe McFadden will join the tour of the legendary, classic smash hit musical The Rocky Horror Show for a limited run in his beloved hometown of Glasgow. Learn more about where to catch the show here!

Theatre Wesleyan Will Present Premiere Productions of Original Plays Beginning Next Month

Theatre Wesleyan has announced the continuation of its long-running Playmarket program with the premiere of four original short plays. Playmarket: Premiere Productions of Original Plays will be presented at the Thad Smotherman Theatre at Texas Wesleyan University (1205 Binkley Street, 76105) for one weekend only from Thursday, September 28 through Sunday, October 1.  

Lillias White & Hugh Panaro Join MR. FINN'S CABARET August Lineup at Barrington Stage

Barrington Stage Company has revealed additions to the Summer Series of Mr. Finn’s Cabaret on the lower level of the Sydelle and Lee Blatt Performing Arts Center for August. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

BC/EFA, 54 Below and More Join Coalition Against Times Square Casino

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, known as “the philanthropic heart of Broadway,” famed Broadway cabaret/supper club 54 Below and a number of resident groups are among the latest members of the growing ‘No Times Square Casino’ Community Coalition.

The Girls Upstairs: Stories of 1998's Ill-Fated FOLLIES

What is it about juicy backstage drama that so intrigues audiences? For decades, people have flocked to films and plays portraying the exciting events that happen behind the curtain. Arguably, the most famous musical on this topic was written by the God of musical theatre: Stephen Sondheim. It’s title: Follies.

Broadway Businesses Unite Against Proposed Times Square Casino

As BroadwayWorld first reported last fall, there has been much talk about the potential of a Times Square casino, but will the plans ever come to fruition? Not if the New Times Square Casino Coalition has anything to say about it. 

Theatre Wesleyan Presents BAT BOY: THE MUSICAL This Month

Theatre Wesleyan will present Bat Boy: The Musical at the Thad Smotherman Theatre at Texas Wesleyan University (1205 Binkley Street, 76105) for one weekend only, April 20-23. 

Gerrilyn Sohn Returns To Don't Tell Mama With Two Encore Performances Of IF JOE ALLEN'S WALLS COULD SING & OTHER HIDDEN GEMS

Gerrilyn Sohn will return to Don't Tell Mama for two encore performances of 'If Joe Allen's Walls Could Sing & Other Hidden Gems' on Sunday, March 12, 2023 at 4pm and Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at 7pm (343 West 46th Street, NYC, 212-757-0788). Directed Lennie Watts, with Musical Director Steven Ray Watkins and Marco Panascia on Bass.

Ephraim Sykes, Kate Burton & More Join Adrienne Warren Led ROOM on Broadway; Full Cast Announced!

The complete cast has been announced for the US premiere of Room on Broadway. As previously announced, the production will star Tony Award winner Adrienne Warren as Ma. See how to purchase tickets!

Joe Allen FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Joe Allen been in?

Joe Allen has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Joe Allen been in?

Joe Allen has appeared on London's West End in 4 shows.

What was Joe Allen's first West End show?

Joe Allen's first West End show was Charlie and the Chocolate Factory which opened in 2013

How many shows has Joe Allen written?

Joe Allen has written 1 shows including The Water Coolers (Bookwriter).

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