Fools 1981

Opened: April 6, 1981
Closing: May 09, 1981

Fools - 1981 - Broadway History , Info & More

Eugene O'Neill Theatre (Broadway)
230 West 49th St. New York, NY

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BAM Sets 2024 Winter/Spring Season Featuring New Rock Opera From Taylor Mac & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2023


BAM ushers in 2024 by presenting a season that honors the power of artistic community. See program details and learn how to purchase tickets!

INTO THE WOODS & More Lead Boston's March Theater Top Picks
by BWW Staff - Feb 21, 2023


Boston is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. This month's top picks include INTO THE WOODS, ALADDIN, and more!

Melinda Dillon, Original Honey in WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? Passes Away at 83
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 4, 2023


Melinda Dillion, known for countless screen and stage roles, including her Tony Award nominated performance as Honey in the original production of Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? passed away on Monday, January 9, at the age of 83. 

Theatre Of NOTE to Present World Premiere of NIMROD Starring Kirsten Vangsness in February
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 14, 2023


Theatre of NOTE will start the new year with the World Premiere of Kirsten Vangsness (“Criminal Minds”) starring as “Nimrod” in the world premiere of NIMROD by Phinneas Kiyomura and directed by Alina Phelan. 

DC's Reflecting Fools Bring Political Parody To Bell Works
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2022


Political discourse has raised the blood pressure of many Americans in recent years. But four out of five doctors will tell you when politics negatively affects your health, laughter really is the best medicine! 

Ginger Thatcher Will Be on the Faculty of Ballet Arts, Inc.'s Summer Intensive
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2022


GINGER THATCHER will be on the faculty of Ballet Arts, Inc.’s Summer Intensive which will be taking place from June 13-17, 2022 in Jackson, Tennessee. Ms. Thatcher will be teaching musical theater, jazz, and modern dance classes for the participants in this year’s Summer Intensive.

W. Tré Davis, Tyler Fauntleroy & More to Star in TAMBO & BONES at Center Theatre Group
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2022


Casting has been announced for the World premiere production of Dave Harris’ new work, “Tambo & Bones,” coming to Los Angeles at the Center Theatre Group’s Kirk Douglas Theatre May 1 through May 29, 2022, opening May 8, 2022.

Blue Note Hawaii Announces Kool & The Gang, the Harlem Gospel Choir, and More for April
by Marissa Tomeo - Mar 30, 2022


Blue Note Hawaii, the legendary venue for live entertainment, is proud to announce a month full of entertainment in the heart of Waikiki. April is full of laughs, local music and international superstars. Kool & the Gang makes its highly anticipated debut, while guitar legend Larry Carlton makes a stop in the islands for his Farewell Tour.

DC's Reflecting Fools Bring Political Parody To The Jersey Shore
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2022


The cast of DC's Reflecting Fools will have you rolling in the aisles with their unique brand of political satire at 8 p.m. Saturday, February 19 at the Axelrod Performing Arts Center in Deal Park and 2 p.m. Sunday, February 20 at Bell Works in Holmdel.

Virtual Theatre This Week: June 14-20, 2021- with Rita Moreno, Kerry Butler, and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 14, 2021


This week (June 14-20) in live streaming: Rita Moreno visits Backstage Live, Show of Titles on demand, a Kerry Butler master class, a Guys and Dolls reunion, and so much more!

ONLY FOOLS AND HORSES The Musical To Reopen At Theatre Royal Haymarket
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2021


Stick a pony in your pocket – The Trotters are back in town! Following nearly 18-months of being holed up in Nelson Mandela House, Del Boy, Rodney and Grandad are heading back up West, as Only Fools and Horses The Musical is set to make a triumphant return to London's Theatre Royal Haymarket on Friday 1 October. 

129 Musicals & Shows You Can Stream From Home in 2021
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Nov 21, 2020


BroadwayWorld put together a list of all the live action musicals you can stream on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, BroadwayHD, and Disney Plus. Are you looking for something to get your mind off… all of this? So are we. Because everyone needs some escape,

BWW Exclusive: The 101 Greatest MOVIE MUSICALS of All Time
by Peter Nason - Mar 30, 2020


BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the best film musicals since the sound era began; see if your favorites made the list!

130+ Musicals That You Can Stream Now!
by Team BWW - Apr 4, 2021


Visit our list of the best musicals & shows you can watch from home! We've got you covered with all the must-sees on streaming sites including Tony-award winners, favorite stars and top performances.

VIDEO: First Look at THE NERD at Milwaukee Rep
by Stephi Wild - Nov 20, 2019


Milwaukee Repertory Theater is revisiting a Rep classic November 12 a?" December 15, 2019 with The Nerd by Larry Shue.

Milwaukee Rep Presents THE NERD In The Quadracci Powerhouse
by Julie Musbach - Oct 23, 2019


Milwaukee Repertory Theater is revisiting a Rep classic November 12 a?" December 15, 2019 with The Nerd by Larry Shue.

Company of Fools Presents CRIMES OF THE HEART
by Julie Musbach - May 31, 2019


Company of Fools (COF) will kick off its 24th theatre season with a production of Crimes of the Heart - the 1981 Tony Award nominee for best play and Pulitzer Prize-winner for Drama. Written by celebrated playwright Beth Henley and directed by Scott Palmer, the production will run June 26-July 13 at the Liberty Theatre in Hailey.

Laguna Playhouse Stages HARVEY Starring French Stewart
by Julie Musbach - May 13, 2019


LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE is delighted to present French Stewart and Vanessa Claire Stewart starring in the wonderfully comic HARVEY, written by Mary Chase and directed by Andrew Barnicle. Comments Artistic Director Ann E. Wareham and Executive Director Ellen Richard, "We could not think of a better play to end our 98th season with than HARVEY, starring French and Vanessa Claire Stewart under the inspired direction of Andrew Barnicle. French Stewart will be the perfect Elwood, a role he has always wanted to play!

Wake Up With BWW 4/2: INK Begins Previews on Broadway, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2019


Good morning, BroadwayWorld! After surviving April Fools' Day, kick off the rest of your week by catching up on the latest Broadway news!

Dwight Yoakam, Brothers Osborne, Easton Corbin, Josh Ward & More Set To Take The Stage At Billy Bob's Texas In February
by Tori Hartshorn - Feb 1, 2019


Billy Bob's is the home of big-name concerts, bull riding and chicken fried steak with a reputation as gigantic as the state itself. With a new dance floor, Billy Bob's Texas fans will be two-stepping throughout the month of February with top name entertainers from the past, present and future gracing its historic stage.

Review Roundup: What Did Critics Think Of Bryan Cranston In NETWORK On Broadway?
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 6, 2018


The National Theatre production of Network, produced by David Binder, the National Theatre, Patrick Myles, David Luff, Ros Povey and Lee Menzies, opens tonight, December 6 at Broadway's Belasco Theatre.

Chase Rice, Brett Young, Charley Crockett And The Randy Rogers Band Set To Take The Stage At Billy Bob's Texas In December
by Tori Hartshorn - Nov 30, 2018


Billy Bob's is the home of big-name concerts, bull riding and chicken fried steak with a reputation as gigantic as the state itself. With a new dance floor, Billy Bob's Texas fans will be two-stepping throughout the month of December with top name entertainers from the past, present and future gracing its historic stage.

Sarah Dash, Original & Founding Member of Labelle, Shares 'A Tribute To Aretha Franklin: The Queen Of Soul' November Tour Dates
by Tori Hartshorn - Oct 15, 2018


Ms. Sarah Dash will premiere her new show, A Tribute To Aretha Franklin: The Queen Of Soul, in three cities this November. This special concert celebration will feature Sarah Dash singing All The Great Aretha Franklin Classics (including Respect, Chain Of Fools, Freeway Of Love, Ain't No Way, Jump To It), and telling inside stories of her friendship with The Queen. Bernard Purdy, who played in Ms. Franklin's band through the years, will be the musical director for Ms. Dash for these performances.

Sarah Dash Will Tour With 'A Tribute To Aretha Franklin: The Queen Of Soul'
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2018


Ms. Sarah Dash will premiere her new show, A Tribute To Aretha Franklin: The Queen Of Soul, in three cities this November. This special concert celebration will feature Sarah Dash singing All The Great Aretha Franklin Classics (including Respect, Chain Of Fools, Freeway Of Love, Ain't No Way, Jump To It), and telling inside stories of her friendship with The Queen. Bernard Purdy, who played in Ms. Franklin's band through the years, will be the musical director for Ms. Dash for these performances.

Lee Greenwood to Star at 60th Anniversary Neewollah Concert with Added Attraction Kyle Dillingham
by Tori Hartshorn - Oct 9, 2018


The Neewollah Festival will celebrate its 60th Anniversary from October 19-27, in downtown Independence, Kansas. The famous nine day Halloween themed festival will feature live theatrical productions, concerts, three different parades, 5K/10K fun runs, pageants, a carnival, a chili cook off, vendors, food and more.

Fools FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Fools have there been?
Fools has had 1 productions including Broadway which opened in 1981.
What awards has Fools been nominated for?
Fools has been nominated for the Outstanding Costume Design award at the Drama Desk Awards. The nomination was for Patricia Zipprodt.

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