High Society 1987

Opened: January 25, 1987
Closing: January 16, 1988

High Society - 1987 - West End History , Info & More

Based on the play The Philadelphia Story by Phillip Barry


Based on the 1956 film High Society

Performance Now Theatre Company presents High Society. For tickets and more information, visit the website.

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ELEPHANT & PIGGIE'S WE ARE IN A PLAY! Returns To First Stage This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 11, 2024


First Stage has announced the return of ELEPHANT & PIGGIE'S “WE ARE IN PLAY!”, a rollicking musical adventure written by Mo Willems (Book and Lyrics) and based on his award-winning Elephant & Piggie children's books. Learn more about the production here!

Director Jon Royal Selected As The SDCF 2023 Lloyd Richards New Futures Resident Artist At St. Louis Black Repertory Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 4, 2024


Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF) announces that Jon Royal, a director, teaching artist, and facilitator from Nashville, TN, has been selected as the 2023 Lloyd Richards New Futures Resident Artist at St. Louis Black Repertory Theatre, where he will work with Founder and Producing Director Ron Himes.

What's Coming to Paramount+ in January 2024
by Michael Major - Dec 27, 2023


With new exclusives and premieres to beloved movies starting to stream, check out everything coming to Paramount+ in January 2024. 

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Internationally lauded pianist/composer Michael Stephen Brown performs with violinist Kristin Lee and percussionist Svet Stoyanov in a concert presented by Emerald City Music.

Cape Ann Symphony Holiday Pops Features Gospel Sensation Renese King
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2023


The Cape Ann Symphony's Annual Holiday Pops Concert, returns to kick off the holiday season. Performances run November 25-26.

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2023


Discover the latest additions to the cast of THE TWIGGY MUSICAL, including Darren Day and Hannah-Jane Fox. Find out when and where this highly anticipated production will be held, and secure your tickets to experience this sensational musical firsthand. Don't miss out - book your seats now!

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by A.A. Cristi - Aug 9, 2023


Kentucky Performing Arts (KPA) has announced that Nick Covault has been promoted to Vice President of Education and Community. Covault has served as executive director of the Kentucky Governor's School for the Arts (GSA) since 2016 and has been with Kentucky Performing Arts, a nonprofit 501(c)(3), since 2010.

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by A.A. Cristi - Aug 2, 2023


The American Composers Orchestra (ACO) announces an ambitious 2023/2024 season. In addition to annual performances at Carnegie Hall and a debut at New York City's brand new Perelman Performing Arts Center, ACO continues to act as a vital conduit for new voices in orchestral music through its national composer development program, EarShot: promoting diverse talent, cultivating the careers of emerging composers, and serving as the nation's first systemic program for building relationships between composers and orchestras nationwide.

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 2, 2023


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First Stage is excited to introduce Michelle LoRicco as their new Associate Artistic Director. Discover how LoRicco's vision will shape First Stage's future and foster stronger connections within the Milwaukee community.

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Elena Skye will play Twiggy in the world première of Close Up – The Twiggy Musical at The Menier Chocolate Factory.

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 28, 2023


Milwaukee Rep has named eight newly elected Board Trustees that will serve a three-year term starting July 1, 2023.

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by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2023


The CAPA Summer Movie Series, the longest-running classic film series in America, has announced the schedule for its 54th series of classic films and cult favorites. The 2023 series will run June 15-July 16 at the historic Ohio Theatre (39 E. State St.) and feature 19 films over five weeks.

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023


Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival has announced the complete principal casts, creative teams, and events planned for the previously announced summer season.

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by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2023


With Marjorie Prime currently running at the company's home base in South London and Funny Girl on Broadway, the Menier Chocolate Factory announced forthcoming programming for 2023. Learn more about the lineup here!

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by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2023


The World Premiere of ALI will be presented in Ali's hometown of Louisville, at the Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts, in Fall 2024. Learn more about the show here!

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by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2023


TheatreWorks Silicon Valley has announced its 53rd season to be presented October 2023 through June 2024.

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 22, 2023


Classic Stage Company has announced complete programming for their 2023-2024 Season. See what shows are in the lineup, who is starring, how to purchase tickets, and more!

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by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 12, 2023


Naxos is presenting San Francisco-based guitarist Christopher Mallett's new release championing the music of Justin Holland, America's first Black classical guitarist who made his name during the time of slavery. Titled Justin Holland, Guitar Works and Arrangements, “trailblazer' Mallett (The St. Louis Dispatch) deftly performs on this landmark recording featuring several world premieres.

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2023


The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center has announced its 2023-24 season, which celebrates the passing of the artistic torch and the theme of Legacy, with the final farewell concerts of two esteemed American string quartets, both with long histories at CMS.

High Society FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of High Society have there been?
High Society has had 4 productions including West End which opened in 1987, Broadway which opened in 1998, Broadway which opened in 1998 and West End which opened in 2005.

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