Lenny 1971

Opened: May 26, 1971
Closing: June 24, 1972

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EPPY Presents: AZTEC TWO-STEP 2.0 At Roslyn's Cellar
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2023


Join EPPY Presents for an unforgettable performance by AZTEC TWO-STEP 2.0 at Roslyn's Cellar in Roslyn, NY. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of the renowned folk/rock duo on Fri Oct 20. Get your tickets now!

Single Tickets to Six Shows in the 23-24 Ameren Illinois Broadway in Peoria Series Available This Week
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2023


 The American Theatre Guild has announced that single tickets to six shows in the 23–24 AMEREN ILLINOIS BROADWAY IN PEORIA SERIES will go on sale Friday, September 29. Learn more about the shows in the season lineup here!

Laguna Playhouse To Present LISTEN TO THE SEVENTIES, CARNEY MAGIC, and More This August
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 18, 2023


LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE has announced six special productions this summer.

Photos: First Look At DOUBLE HELIX At Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2023


Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts presents the world premiere of Double Helix, the first show of the 2023 Mainstage Season. See photos from the production.

Kurt Cobain's Smashed & Signed By Nirvana Fender Stratocaster Electric Guitar Sold For $595,900
by Blair Ingenthron - May 21, 2023


Julien's Auctions, the acclaimed auction house to the stars, held on Friday, May 19th and Saturday, May 20th the industry's premiere music auction event 'MUSIC ICONS,' featuring a spectacular line-up of over 1,200 pieces of music history from rock royalty owned and used by the likes of Kurt Cobain, Nirvana, Elvis Presley, The Beatles, Michael Jackson, Eddie Van Halen, Alex Lifeson, and more.

Slovo Theater Group, Matt Braunger & More Announced for The Kennedy Center Millennium Stage December Schedule
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 23, 2022


Millennium Stage will offer free live community performances, streamed live, plus online programs and film screenings, Wednesday–Sunday each week throughout our campus.

Legendary Strata-East Label to Celebrate 50 Years at Birdland
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 5, 2021


Strata-East Records will celebrate 50 years of amazing Jazz at Birdland, Aug. 31 – Sept. 4, 2021.

BWW Review: A CLASSICAL CELEBRATION: ADELAIDE INTERNATIONAL GUITAR FESTIVAL 2021 at Dunstan Playhouse, Adelaide Festival Centre
by Barry Lenny - Jul 11, 2021


We are extremely fortunate that there are some world-class musicians here in Adelaide

Vote For Vocalist Sarah Dash For Induction Into The NJ Hall Of Fame
by A.A. Cristi - May 25, 2021


Sarah Dash, the award-winning vocalist, songwriter, motivational speaker, educator, entrepreneur, humanitarian and co-founder of Patti Labelle & the Bluebelles has been nominated for induction into the New Jersey Hall of Fame Class of 2021.

BWW Exclusive: Freddie Gershon Pens Touching Tribute to Roger Englander
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 24, 2021


Television producer Roger Englander passed away earlier this month at the age of 94. Now his friend and colleague Freddie Gershon has written a beautiful tribute in his memory.

Ruairi O'Connor Will Lead Buddy Holly Biopic
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Oct 9, 2020


Ruairi O'Connor has joined the cast of 'Clear Lake,' an upcoming Buddy Holly biopic, in the leading role.

BWW Exclusive: THE 101 GREATEST PROTEST SONGS OF ALL TIME - with Bob Dylan, Aretha Franklin, John Lennon, Kendrick Lamar & More
by Peter Nason - Jun 18, 2020


BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the 101 greatest protest songs from 1939-2020. See if your favorite songs or artists made the list!

Melbourne Boys Announced As 'Charlie Bucket' In CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 19, 2019


Charlie Bucket has been found and he has a Golden Ticket! Producers John Frost, Craig Donnell, Warner Bros Theatre Ventures, Langley Park Productions and Neal Street Productions today announced the five boys who will play the role of Charlie in the Melbourne season of the Helpmann Award nominated spectacular new musical Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Roald Dahl's delicious tale will begin at Melbourne's Her Majesty's Theatre on 9 August following an outstanding six-month season at Sydney's Capitol Theatre.

Old Forester's Paristown Hall Announces First Shows for Late Summer
by Tori Hartshorn - May 14, 2019


Old Forester's Paristown Hall, Louisville's newest state-of-the-art standing room venue, has announced a roster of performances for its opening in late July. These acts include iconic New York rock band Interpol, Memphis country-punk rockers Lucero and singer-songwriter sensation Gavin DeGraw.  The Opening Night event on July 23 will be headlined by Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, along with a slate of performers including the dance troupe Pilobolus, Mucca Pazza and local favorite Ben Sollee. 

BWW Review: 100 YEARS OF BERNSTEIN: CZECH NATIONAL SYMPHONY, CONDUCTED BY JOHN MAUCERI, MEZZO SOPRANO, ISABEL LEONARD at Tilles Center, CW POST University
by Peter Danish - Mar 7, 2019


BWW Review: 100 YEARS OF BERNSTEIN: CZECH NATIONAL SYMPHONY, CONDUCTED BY JOHN MAUCERI, MEZZO SOPRANO, ISABEL LEONARD at Tilles Center, CW POST University

Sarah Dash (Legendary Original & Founding Member of Labelle) Annoucnes Brand New Show Debut at The Loft at City Winery NYC
by Tori Hartshorn - Feb 20, 2019


Ms. Sarah Dash will premiere her new show, 'Full Circle', at The Loft at City Winery, NYC on Saturday, March 23 at 9:30pm.

Kirsten Childs' BELLA: AN AMERICAN TALL TALE Gets Cast Recording
by Stephi Wild - Feb 6, 2019


Playwrights Horizons (Artistic Director Tim Sanford, Managing Director Leslie Marcus) and Yellow Sound Label announce the release of the original cast recording of Kristen Childs' rowdy, wild, and hilarious Bella: An American Tall Tale. Hard copies of the album, produced by Michael Croiter, can be purchased at yellowsoundlabel.com and phnyc.org beginning February 22, when it will also become available digitally on iTunes, Amazon, Spotify, and Apple Music. Pre-orders are available now via iTunes.

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.

August Shows Announced At City Winery Chicago
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 25, 2018


The following acts are performing at City Winery Chicago (1200 W. Randolph St) throughout the month.

LEONARD BERNSTEIN: THE POWER OF MUSIC At NMAJH Closes September 2
by Stephi Wild - Jul 19, 2018


The special exhibition Leonard Bernstein: The Power of Music is on view through September 2 at the National Museum of American Jewish History (NMAJH). The first large-scale museum exhibition to illustrate the famed conductor and composer's life, Jewish identity, and social activism, Leonard Bernstein: The Power of Music features approximately 100 historic artifacts-from Bernstein's piano and conducting suit to family heirlooms-along with original films and immersive sound installations. The exhibition is part of the worldwide centennial celebration of Bernstein's birthday.

BWW Review: The Boston Pops Orchestra Celebrates Bernstein and HAMILTON
by Nancy Grossman - Jun 14, 2018


The 133rd spring season of The Boston Pops Orchestra at Symphony Hall is winding down, but the final week is a whirlwind of activity, culminating in three performances of WEST SIDE STORY: In Concert, and an appearance by two of the stars of the groundbreaking HAMILTON: AN AMERICAN MUSICAL. Tony Award-winning actress Renee Elise Goldsberry and her special guest, Tony-nominated Phillipa Soo, stepped in to replace Leslie Odom, Jr. (another HAMILTON alum) when a scheduling conflict made him unavailable.

BWW Review: GODSPELL at The Parks Theatre
by Barry Lenny - May 13, 2018


The pace throughout is fast and the energy high, with enthusiastic performances.

Lenny FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Lenny have there been?
Lenny has had 1 productions including Broadway which opened in 1971.
What awards has Lenny been nominated for?
Lenny has been nominated for several awards. These include Outstanding Director (Drama Desk Awards) for Tom O'Horgan, Outstanding Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Cliff Gorman, and Outstanding Set Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Robin Wagner.
What awards has Lenny won?
Lenny has won several awards for its outstanding achievements. These include the Outstanding Director award (Drama Desk Awards) for Tom O'Horgan, the Outstanding Performance award (Drama Desk Awards) for Cliff Gorman, and the Outstanding Set Design award (Drama Desk Awards) for Robin Wagner.

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