Evita 1978 - Articles Page 15

Ages: 12+
Opened: June 21, 1978
Closing: February 08, 1986

Evita - 1978 - West End History , Info & More

Prince Edward Theatre
(Leicester Square/Tottenham Court Road) Old Compton Street London

Argentina’s controversial First Lady is the subject of this dynamic musical masterpiece. Driven by ambition and blessed with charisma, Eva Peron was destined to leave a fascinating political legacy unique in the 20th century. Told through a compelling score that fuses haunting chorales with exuberant Latin, pop and jazz influences, Evita creates an arresting theatrical portrait as complex as the woman herself.

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'Bury the Dead' and 'Being Audrey' Part of Transport Group Season
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 28, 2008


Transport Group, the winner of a special 2007 Drama Desk Award and a 2007 Obie Award, has announced its 2008-09 season: Bury the Dead, written by Irwin Shaw and directed by Joe Calarco, and Being Audrey, music and lyrics by Ellen Weiss, book by James Hindman, additional book and lyrics by Cheryl Stern, developed with Jack Cummings III and Adam R. Perlman, and directed by Jack Cummings III.

Donmar Warehouse To Present 'Piaf' Starring Attwooll, Roger and More
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 13, 2008


The Donmar Warehouse will present Piaf by Pam Gems. The cast will feature Shane Attwooll, Phillip Browne, Lorraine Bruce, Luke Evans, Michael Hadley, Katherine Kingsley, Leon Lopez, Stuart Neal, Elena Roger, Steve John Shepher. The director is Jamie Lloyd with set design by Soutra Gilmour, lighting design by Neil Austin, sound design by Christopher Shutt and original composition by Ben and Max Ringham. Nigel Lilley is the musical director. The show will run from August 8th - September 20th with an official opening on Wednesday August 13th .

Andrea Marcovicci Returns to 'Lyrics & Lyricists'
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2008


Andrea Marcovicci Returns to 'Lyrics & Lyricists'™ with an evening of gems from the post-1965 repertoire to refute the notion that rock 'n' roll killed the art of songwriting. At the final 'Lyrics & Lyricists' of the 2009 season - Did the American Songbook Really End in 1965?

West End 'Evita' Revival to End its Run May 26
by BWW News Desk - Feb 28, 2007


After a run of a little less than a year, the West End revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's classic musical Evita will close this spring

Chase, Keenan-Bolger & More Star in Actors' Fund WORKING
by BWW News Desk - Jan 25, 2007


The Zipper Theatre, Ryan Hill and John Johnson are pleased to announce a one-night only, newly adapted concert version of WORKING, the 1978 musical adapted from the acclaimed non-fiction book by Studs Terkel. This one-night only premiere concert event to benefit the Actor's Fund of America will take place on Monday, February 19, 2007 at The Zipper Theatre (336 West 37th Street, between 8 th and 9th Avenues).

Evita Stars Roger, Quast, Rawle Sign CDs in London, 8/16
by BWW News Desk - Aug 10, 2006


Elena Roger, Philip Quast and Matt Rawle--the stars of the acclaimed new London revival of Evita--will appear at London's Dress Circle on August 16th at 12:30 PM for a CD signing

West End Evita Extends Run Through February, 2007
by BWW News Desk - Jul 14, 2006


The hit West End revival of Evita--which opened to rave reviews on June 21st after beginning previews on June 2nd at the Adelphi Theatre--has extended its run by five months, through February 3rd, 2007

Florence Lacey Stars in New FringeNYC Musical, Aug 11-27
by BWW News Desk - Jul 5, 2006


Florence Lacey will headline Trouble in Shameland, a new musical that will run as part of the The New York International Fringe Festival from August 11th through 27th

Evita Eyeing a Return to Broadway?
by BWW News Desk - Jun 28, 2006


To glowing reviews, the London revival of Evita opened at the Adelphi Theatre on June 21 after beginning previews on June 2.

Photo Coverage: Evita Opening Night in London
by BWW News Desk - Jun 23, 2006


To glowing reviews, the London revival of Evita began previews at the Adelphi Theatre opened on June 21 after beginning previews on June 2

Casting Now Complete for West End Evita, Opening 6/21
by BWW News Desk - Apr 27, 2006


Complete casting has been set for the upcoming London revival of Evita, which will begin previews at the Adelphi Theatre on June 2nd and open on June 21

Cast Recording of West End Evita Released June 19
by BWW News Desk - Apr 19, 2006


Amazon is listing an upcoming cast recording for the highly anticipated West End production of Evita opening at the Adelphi Theatre on June 2nd; the CD will officially go on sale on June 19th

From Dirty Dancing to Wicked: a look-ahead to London's 2006 musical highlights
by Jake Brunger - Mar 1, 2006


Wicked, Avenue Q, Caroline or Change, Evita and Spamalot join a long list of musical productions opening in 2006..

UK Roundup - We Will Rock You, Judi Dench, Evita, Caroline or Change
by Jake Brunger - Feb 1, 2006


We Will Rock You closes after four years, Judi Dench's Hay Fever opens with a top price of £60, Evita is officially launched and Caroline or Change plans London run

Roger, Quast, and Rawle Announced for UK Evita; Show Opens June 2
by BWW News Desk - Jan 31, 2006


EVITA, one of the world's greatest musicals, returns to London's West End after 21 years this summer. Directed by the award-winning Michael Grandage and featuring lyrics by Tim Rice and music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, the brand new production of the smash-hit stage show has its Press Night at the Adelphi Theatre on June 21st.

Argentinean Elena Roger to Star in London Evita Revival
by BWW News Desk - Jan 29, 2006


The UK press reports today that Argentinean star Elena Roger has signed to take on the lead role in the upcoming London revival of Evita.

Philip Quast Likely to Play Peron in London Evita Revival
by BWW News Desk - Nov 14, 2005


Philip Quast will play Juan Peron in the London revival of Evita that will open in May of 2006

UK Roundup - Evita casting, Jason Robert Brown, Last Five Years
by Jake Brunger - Sep 2, 2005


Casting beings for Michael Grandage's production of Evita, Jason Robert Brown does more concerts before a possible Last Five Years production and Joanna Riding does another play

Madonna and Menzel Up for Title Role in London Evita Revival
by BWW News Desk - Aug 26, 2005


Producers for the upcoming spring 2006 London revival of Evita are desperately seeking Madonna for the title role

Grandage, Ashford, Oram Sign on to London Evita Revival
by BWW News Desk - Aug 17, 2005


Director Michael Grandage, choreographer Rob Ashford and designer Christopher Oram are now attached as the major creative team of the upcoming London revival of Evita

Rob Ashford to Choreograph 2006 London Evita
by BWW News Desk - Aug 8, 2005


Tony Award-winner Rob Ashford will choreograph the London revival of Evita, which will open in spring of 2006

Other Productions of Evita

1978   West End Original London Production
West End
1979   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1980   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
1980   US Tour 2nd National Tour
US Tour
1982   US Tour 3rd National Tour
US Tour
1996   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
1998   US Tour 20th Anniversary Tour
US Tour
2004   US Tour Touring Revival
US Tour
2006   West End London Revival
West End
2012   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2013   US Tour Touring Revival
US Tour
2014   West End West End Revival
West End
2017   West End West End Revival
West End
2017   South African production
2019   West End Regent's Park Open Air Theatre London Revival
West End
2019   Off-Broadway New York City Center Annual Gala Presentation
Off-Broadway

Evita - 1978 West End Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1978 Olivier Awards Director of the Year Harold Prince
1978 Olivier Awards Musical of the Year Tim Rice
1978 Olivier Awards Musical of the Year Andrew Lloyd Webber
1978 Olivier Awards Performance of the Year in a Musical Elaine Paige
1978 Olivier Awards Performance of the Year in a Musical David Essex

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