Summer: The Donna Summer Musical 2017 - Articles Page 5

Ages: 13+
Opened: November 7, 2017
Closing: December 17, 2017

Summer: The Donna Summer Musical - 2017 - San Diego, CA (Regional) History , Info & More

This vibrant, world-premiere musical charts the incomparable life of Donna Summer - the undisputed Queen of Disco. Playhouse Director Emeritus Des McAnuff (Jersey Boys, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Who's Tommy) directs this musical extravaganza, featuring more than 20 of Summer's classic hits and electric dance in a tribute to the voice of a generation.

Summer: The Donna Summer Musical - 2017 - San Diego, CA (Regional) Cast

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Where Are They Now? Catch Up on the Careers of the Original Cast of LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 5, 2021


In our new series, 'Where Are They Now?' we're taking a look back at some of our favorite original Broadway casts, and catching up with their careers! Next up, the original cast of Legally Blonde the Musical!

New Conservatory Theatre Center Announces 2021-2022 Season Featuring World Premiere of INTERLUDE and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2021


New Conservatory Theatre Center will celebrate 40 years of serving the Bay Area LGBTQ+ community, and its long-awaited return to live performances with a captivating 21-22 Season of two World Premieres, one Rolling World Premiere, one Regional Premiere, two West Coast Premieres, and a special musical celebration waiting in the wings. 

Tennessee Performing Arts Center Brings Broadway 'Roaring Back' to Nashville
by Jeffrey Ellis - Jun 3, 2021


Celebrating a return to performances after an extended intermission due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the nonprofit Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC) is bringing the best of Broadway “Roaring Back” to Nashville with its 2021-22 HCA Healthcare/TriStar Health Broadway at TPAC Season, featuring a multi-week return engagement of Nashville’s best-loved Broadway musical, Disney’s THE LION KING.

Virtual Theatre Today: Tuesday, May 18- Vincent D'Onofrio, Jessica Kirson, and More!
by Nicole Rosky - May 18, 2021


Today (May 18) in live streaming: more chances to watch Miscast, the TCG 60th Anniversary Gala, Vincent D'Onofrio & Dana Lyn at Joe's Pub, and more!

Amas Musical Theatre Announces Recipients of Third Eric H. Weinberger Award for Emerging Librettists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 26, 2021


Amas Musical Theatre today announced the recipients of the third Eric H. Weinberger Award for Emerging Librettists. Gabe Caruso and Sangwoo ‘Simon’ Lee, 2020 graduates of the NYU Tisch School of the Arts Graduate Musical Theatre Writing Program, were selected for their full-length musical SETTLE DOWN: A New Hip Hop Musical.

Abby Mueller, SIX Creators and More Join MEET THE ARTISTS with The Ordway
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 24, 2021


The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts is excited to announce 12 new guest artists who will appear in its virtual 'Meet the Artists' series this spring and summer. This free series of livestreamed conversations with local and national performing artists is curated to take audiences inside the Ordway's flagship series, Broadway at the Ordway.

Opera Parallele Announces EVEREST as Graphic Novel Opera Film For Summer 2021
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2021


Joby Talbot and Gene Scheer's acclaimed opera Everest will be given a bold new theatrical treatment reimagined as a graphic novel opera film, a concept where the singers are integrated into an animated environment creating a one-of-a-kind operatic experience.

San Diego Opera Announces Spring Drive-In Season Featuring THE BARBER OF SEVILLE and ONE AMAZING NIGHT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 17, 2021


Inspired by the success from their safe drive-in performances of La bohème in the Fall, which heralded the return of live, in-person, opera to San Diego County since the start of the pandemic, and provided over 300 jobs to many, San Diego Opera has announced a Spring season of safe, socially-distanced, drive-in performances.

AAPAC Releases THE VISIBILITY REPORT: RACIAL REPRESENTATION ON NEW YORK CITY STAGES for 2017-18
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 1, 2020


AAPAC released its newly titled annual report today, 'THE VISIBILITY REPORT: RACIAL REPRESENTATION ON NEW YORK CITY STAGES,' covering employment statistics by race for actors, playwrights, composers, librettists and directors for the 2017-18 season for all of Broadway and the 18 largest non-profit theatre companies in New York City.

Yale School of Drama Announces New and Promoted Faculty for 2020�"21 Academic Year
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2020


Yale School of Drama, the only graduate-level professional conservatory in the English-speaking world to offer training in every theatrical discipline, announces newly promoted and newly appointed faculty members, effective for the 2020-21 academic year.

Multitalented Acting Coach Marishka S. Phillips Finds Success As A Director
by Stephi Wild - Sep 27, 2020


Marishka S. Phillips, a former Broadway musical theater performer turned acting coach, is attaining new success as a director.

Wake Up With BWW 7/13: Audra McDonald's SETH CONCERT SERIES Show Re-AIrs, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 13, 2020


Today's top stories: Audra McDonald's concert, as part of The Seth Concert Series will re-air today, and more!

BWW Exclusive: In Honor of Gay Pride - THE 101 GREATEST LGBTQ SONGS/ANTHEMS OF ALL TIME - from Judy Garland to Lady Gaga, from Gloria Gaynor to Frank Ocean
by Peter Nason - Jun 24, 2020


Happy Gay Pride! BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the 101 greatest LGBTQ songs and anthems from 1920-2020. See if your favorite songs or artists made the grade!

African-American Shakespeare Company Welcomes Colman Domingo As First Guest Of New Online Talkback Series
by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2020


The African-American Shakespeare Company debuts its new online series of talk-backs in a format remiscent of The Actor's Studio with James Lipton.

Wake Up With BWW 6/4: Broadway Stars Speak Out Against Racism, and More
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2020


Today's top stories: stars are speaking out against racism on Broadway, future Hairspray productions will need to be cast as written, and more.

Virtual Theatre This Weekend: May 30-31- The Drama Desk Awards, Michael Urie, Lilla Crawford and More!
by Nicole Rosky - May 30, 2020


This weekend (May 30-31) in live streaming: the Drama Desk Awards, Laura Benanti continues Sunshine Songs, and so much more!

Virtual Theatre Today: Friday, May 29- with Jordan Fisher, Cheyenne Jackson, Chita Rivera, and More!
by Nicole Rosky - May 29, 2020


Today (May 29) in live streaming: Montego Glover visits Backstage LIVE, the cast of Dear Evan Hansen takes over Stars in the House, and so much more!

Virtual Theatre Today: Wednesday, May 27- with Chad Kimball, Alex Brightman and More!
by Nicole Rosky - May 27, 2020


Today (May 27) in live streaming: Chad Kimball visits Backstage Live, Debra Messing and Victoria Clark visit Stars in the House, and so much more!

Virtual Theatre Today: Tuesday, May 26- with Joshua Henry, Lynn Ahrens, Brandon Victor Dixon and More!
by Nicole Rosky - May 26, 2020


Today (May 26) in live streaming: Star Trek Voyager reunites, a new episode of It's the Day of the Show Y'all, and so much more!

WATCH: Another Opening, Another Debut! on #54BelowAtHome at 6:30pm!
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - May 26, 2020


Feinstein's/54 Below continues their #54BelowAtHome series tonight with 'Another Opening, Another Debut! Broadway Debuts of the 2017-2018 Season!'

BWW CD Review: LEGALLY BOUND LIVE AT FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW by Orfeh and Andy Karl Is Almost Criminally Great Fun
by Stephen Mosher - Apr 24, 2020


Broadway's coolest couple are a long-running hit and this 2017 CD release is audible proof.

BWW Exclusive: The 101 GREATEST ALBUMS of the Rock and Rap Era (1950-2020)
by Peter Nason - Apr 16, 2020


The Beatles! Rihanna! Michael Jackson! Johnny Cash! Kanye West! The Rolling Stones! Aretha Franklin! Bob Dylan! Miles Davis! Nirvana! BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the greatest albums from the rock and rap era (1950-2020); see if your favorites made the grade!

Video Flashback: LaChanze Sings 'I'm Here' From THE COLOR PURPLE
by Stephi Wild - Mar 29, 2020


LaChanze shared a flashback video of herself singing 'I'm Here' from The Color Purple.

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!

TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, FROZEN and More Announced in Segerstrom Center for the Arts 2020-2021 Broadway Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 16, 2020


Segerstrom Center for the Arts has announced their 2020-2021 Season of Broadway's biggest hits that includes six critically acclaimed, award winning productions coming to the Center for the first time, and two returning in spectacular new productions.

Other Productions of Summer: The Donna Summer Musical

2017   San Diego, CA (Regional) World Premiere at La Jolla Playhouse
San Diego, CA (Regional)
2018   Broadway Original Broadway Production
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2019   US Tour US National Tour
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2021   US Tour
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