A Little Night Music 1973 - Articles Page 5

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Opened: February 25, 1973
Closing: August 03, 1974

A Little Night Music - 1973 - Broadway History , Info & More

Majestic Theatre (Broadway)
245 West 44th St. New York, NY

Suggested by the film Smiles of a Summer Night by Ingmar Bergman

A Little Night Music features one of Stephen Sondheim's best-known songs, "Send in the Clowns."



Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler's beloved musical is a warmly humorous and, at times, farcical story of romantic attachments, detachments, and mis-matchings. The New York Times calls A Little Night Music "sophisticated and enchanting."



Infused throughout with the flavor of a waltz, the musical takes place in turn-of-the-century Sweden, where the acclaimed actress Desirée Armfeldt lights up the stage and dazzles men's hearts. When both her former lover and her current paramour - and their wives - show up for a weekend at her mother's country estate, romance and passion are in the air.


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Photos: SWINGIN' WITH THE MUSIC OF STEPHEN SONDHEIM at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Stephen Mosher - Mar 12, 2022


Arranger and conductor Pablo Rossil turns his attention to the jazzing up of Mr. Sondheim's canon

BWW Review: Arizona Opera presents a captivating production of Sondheim's A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC
by Tim Shawver - Mar 10, 2022


Last fall, when local companies were announcing their various seasons, one particular show made my eyes widen as I thought, 'WHO'S doing WHAT?' I'm talking about Arizona Opera bringing to Phoenix and Tucson a fully orchestrated presentation of the infrequently produced, head-shakeningly brilliant Stephen Sondheim musical, A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC. Elegant, poetic, heady, romantic, A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC is an exciting choice for a large-scale staging leaning into traditional opera. Arizona Opera makes the most of the moment with an enchanting, delightful treat of a show.

Bernadette Peters, Judi Dench, Imelda Staunton, and More to Celebrate Stephen Sondheim at OLD FRIENDS Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 3, 2022


This May 3, stars of the West End will gather to salute the legacy of the legendary Stephen Sondheim at a gala performance titled, Old Friends.

VIDEO: JEOPARDY Features 'Remembering Stephen Sondheim' Category
by Stephi Wild - Mar 2, 2022


Last night's episode of Jeopardy featured a category called 'Remembering Stephen Sondheim', featuring clues about some of the legendary composer's most notable work.

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of Knot Free Productions' A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 12, 2022


Knot Free Productions, Greenway Arts Alliance, and Theatre Planners just celebrated opening night of A Little Night Music. Directed by Ryan O'Connor (He/They) with musical director Anthony Zediker (He/Him), the limited engagement will run through Sunday, March 13 only at the Greenway Court Theatre in Los Angeles.

Photos: First Look at A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Greenway Court Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2022


Greenway Arts Alliance, and Theatre Planners will present A Little Night Music, opening Friday, February 4, at 8pm. Directed by Ryan O’Connor (He/They) with musical director Anthony Zediker (He/Him), the limited engagement will run through Sunday, March 13 only at the Greenway Court Theatre in Los Angeles.

WATCH: Library of Congress Releases Unseen Stephen Sondheim Interviews
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2022


The Library of Congress has released hours of previously unseen interviews with late composer-lyricist Stephen Sondheim. Sondheim discusses Into the Woods, Assassins,  Sunday in the Park With George, Sweeney Todd and more. 

A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC, AIN'T MISBEHAVIN', and More Set For Barrington Stage Company's 2022 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 25, 2022


Barrington Stage Company will produce a 2022 season that will feature two Tony Award-winning musicals, a Pulitzer Prize-winning play, four world premieres and one of the true absurdist masterpieces of 20th century theatre.

MOMENTS A Musical Celebration of Stephen Sondheim Announced at Trinity Street Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 20, 2022


City Theatre Austin presents a special one-weekend performance event honoring Stephen Sondheim - the giant, the genius, who revolutionized musical theatre as its most influential writer and composer.

Ellen's Stardust Diner to Honor Stephen Sondheim
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2022


Ellen’s Stardust Diner will honor the late Broadway legend, composer Stephen Sondheim, with Monday in the Diner with Sondheim on January 24th, from 7-11pm.

A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Greenway Court Theatre Postpones Opening
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2022


Due to ongoing health concerns, Knot Free Productions, Greenway Arts Alliance, and Theatre Planners today announced the opening of its upcoming production of A Little Night Music has been postponed to Friday, February 4, at 8pm. Directed by Ryan O'Connor (He/They) with musical director Anthony Zediker (He/Him), the limited engagement will run through Sunday, March 13 only at the Greenway Court Theatre in Los Angeles.

Sondheim Songs Weave Tale Of Love In ICT's MARRY ME A LITTLE
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 4, 2022


International City Theatre pays tribute to the late, great Stephen Sondheim, kicking off its 37th season with Marry Me A Little. A must-see for Sondheim aficionados, this bittersweet musical two-hander, which weaves 17 of Sondheim's lesser-known songs into a tale of love and loneliness, was first conceived and developed by Craig Lucas and Norman René.

Rehearsals Underway For A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC At Greenway Court Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 22, 2021


Knot Free Productions in association with Greenway Arts Alliance and Theatre Planners today announced that rehearsals are now underway for its upcoming production of A Little Night Music, the classic Broadway musical with book by Hugh Wheeler and music and lyrics by the legendary Stephen Sondheim (who died on November 26 at age 91).

GOLFUS DE ROMA celebra 100 funciones con un homenaje a Sondheim
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Dec 22, 2021


El musical protagonizado por Carlos Latre se representa en el Teatro La Latina de Madrid hasta el 16 de enero.

GOLFUS DE ROMA celebra 100 funciones con un homenaje a Sondheim
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Dec 20, 2021


La compañía ofrecerá un concierto tributo al autor del musical fallecido en noviembre este miércoles después de la función.

Porchlight's 2022 CHICAGO SINGS Concert Honors The Legendary Stephen Sondheim, May 23
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 14, 2021


Porchlight Music Theatre has announced Chicago Sings Stephen Sondheim, its annual fundraising concert,  Monday, May 23, 2022 at the Museum of Contemporary Art, 220 E. Chicago Ave. 

Barrington Stage Company To Present A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC In 2022 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 7, 2021


 A Little Night Music, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Hugh Wheeler, will be presented in as part of Barrington Stage Company's 2022 season.

NY1's ON STAGE to Honor Stephen Sondheim With Nathan Lane, Donna Murphy & More
by Michael Major - Dec 3, 2021


On Stage will take a look back at the incredible life and career of legendary composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim, including tributes from members of the Broadway community such as Nathan Lane, Josh Groban, Mandy Patinkin, Donna Murphy, Laura Benanti, Joanna Gleason, Lonny Price, Raul Esparza and Michael Cerveris.

VIDEO: Sondheim Talks WEST SIDE STORY Creative Process in 60 MINUTES Clip
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2021


In 2020, Stephen Sondheim talked to 60 Minutes' Bill Whitaker about the different creative processes he experienced on his first Broadway musical, 'West Side Story.' 

Social Roundup: 31 Most Meaningful Sondheim Lyrics
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Dec 3, 2021


The theater community around the world is mourning the loss of legend Stephen Sondheim after his passing on November 26, 2021. We asked our readers which Sondheim lyric meant the most to them and why. Read their answers here.

Broadway Community Reacts to Stephen Sondheim's Passing
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2021


In the wake of Stephen Sondheim's passing, there has been an outpouring of grief from the Broadway community and beyond. Read them all here.

Musical Theatre Icon Stephen Sondheim Passes Away at 91
by Robert Diamond - Nov 26, 2021


Broadway icon Stephen Sondheim has passed away age 91.  The legendary composer is widely acknowledged as the most innovative, most influential, and most important composer and lyricist in modern Broadway history.

A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC Will Run in January and February 2022 at the Greenway Court Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 8, 2021


Knot Free Productions in association with Theatre Planners is pleased to announce its long-delayed production of A Little Night Music, the classic Broadway musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Hugh Wheeler, which was originally scheduled for 2020.

BWW Interview: Alison Ewing of A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at 42nd Street Moon Is Thrilled to Be Back Onstage in a Sondheim Classic
by Jim Munson - Nov 2, 2021


BroadwayWorld talks to leading lady Alison Ewing about playing Desiree in 42nd Street Moon's new production of Stephen Sondheim's 'A Little Night Music' playing November 4 to 21 in San Francisco.

Opus Two Celebrates Sondheim/Bernstein at Feinstein's/54 Below Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2021


The acclaimed Opus Two violin-piano duo returns to Feinstein's/54 Below on Tuesday, November 23 at 7pm for an unforgettable tribute to Stephen Sondheim featuring the New York premiere of A Little Night Music: Suite for Violin and Piano and celebration of the release of their world premiere recording of the same name on Bridge Records (4010).

Other Productions of A Little Night Music

1973   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1974   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
1975   West End London Production
West End
1977   College/University (US) Northwestern University Production
College/University (US)
1981   Off-Off-Broadway Off-Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Off-Broadway
1985   Off-Broadway Equity Library Theatre Revival
Off-Broadway
1989   West End London Revival
West End
1990   Off-Broadway New York City Opera Revival
Off-Broadway
1991   Off-Broadway Return Engagement [NYCO Revival]
Off-Broadway
1995   West End Royal National Theatre Production
West End
2002   Regional (US) Sondheim Festival Production
Regional (US)
2003   Off-Broadway New York City Opera Production
Off-Broadway
2009   West End West End Transfer
West End
2009   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2020   Los Angeles Knot Free Productions Production
Los Angeles

A Little Night Music - 1973 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1973 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Hugh Wheeler
1973 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Stephen Sondheim
1973 Theatre World Awards Performance Laurence Guittard
1973 Theatre World Awards Performance Patricia Elliott
1973 Theatre World Awards Performance D'Jamin Bartlett
1973 Tony Awards Best Costume Design Florence Klotz
1973 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Harold Prince
1973 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design Ian Calderon
1973 Tony Awards Best Musical Harold Prince
1973 Tony Awards Best Musical Harold Prince
1973 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Stephen Sondheim
1973 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Len Cariou
1973 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Patricia Elliott
1973 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Hermione Gingold
1973 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Glynis Johns
1973 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design Boris Aronson
1972 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Laurence Guittard

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