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Can-Can - 1978 - New York History , Info & More

The musical comedy takes place in turn-of-the-century Paris, where La Mome Pistache, proud owner of the Bal du Paradis, famous for its sexy can-can girls, spars with Aristide Forestier, a self-righteous judge determined to close all Parisian dance halls.


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Buck Creek Playhouse to Present INTO THE WOODS in June
by Blair Ingenthron - May 25, 2024


Buck Creek Players will present the final show of our 50th season with this musical on our mainstage. Join us for the eight live in-person performances at the playhouse starting Friday, June 14th and running through Sunday, June 23rd. 

Kate Baldwin, Liz Callaway & More to Join AN EVENING WITH MALTBY & SHIRE AND FRIENDS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 23, 2024


Symphony Space has revealed details of An Evening with Maltby & Shire and Friends. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Alberta Bair Theater Reveals 2024-2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2024


The stage is alive in 24-25! Alberta Bair Theater has announced its 2024-2025 season packed with top-notch entertainment. Learn more about the full lineup here!

Review: TIMBUKTU! at The Black Rep
by Steve Callahan - May 20, 2024


Packed with Borodin's music, and African rhythm and dance, romance, and humor that smacks of vaukdeville, this strange package has many delights.

Theatre Forty Reveals 58th Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2024


Theatre 40, the professional non-profit theatre company of Beverly Hills, is coming back with a season of seven plays this year. Check out the full lineup here!

Wayne Brady to Depart THE WIZ, Alan Mingo Jr. Will Return to the Title Role
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2024


Alan Mingo Jr. will return to the title role of ‘The Wiz’ on Broadway beginning Thursday, June 13, 2024. Five-time Emmy winner and Grammy Award nominee Wayne Brady will play his final performance in the role of ‘The Wiz’ on Broadway at the Marquis Theatre on Wednesday, June 12, 2024.

Review: ON THE 20TH CENTURY at Blank Theatre
by Zac Thriffiley - May 16, 2024


Blank Theatre’s ON THE 20TH CENTURY makes for a delightful ride through a farcical facsimile of Broadway’s Silver Age, if one can accommodate a few bumps along the way.

Alexis Michelle & Tom Story Will Lead LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at Barrington Stage
by Joshua Wright - May 14, 2024


Barrington Stage Company (BSC) has announced casting for the launch of its 30th anniversary season with the new production of the multi-Tony Award-winning musical, La Cage aux Folles.

Barry Bostwick to Host THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW at Kings Theatre
by Josh Sharpe - May 10, 2024


The Rocky Horror Picture Show will come to life at Kings Theatre on Halloween this year as part of its 49th Anniversary Spectacular Tour. Actor Barry Bostwick will host this live interactive musical comedy experience. This stop on the tour is one of over 40 stops in cities across the country where the cult classic will be brought back to life as The Shadow Cast hilariously acts out the movie on stage while the movie plays on screen.

World-Renowned Musicians Will Headline With 1992 Nobel Prize Laureate as Grand Marshal at the 46th Annual Carnaval San Francisco
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2024


Carnaval San Francisco, themed 'Honor Indigenous Roots,' proudly unveils its lineup of musical acts for the 2024 season: Noel Torres, Pirulo Y La Tribu, Banda Blanca, and Franco. These headlining performers serve as the musical icing on the cake for the 400,000 attendees of Carnaval San Francisco, contributing an impactful $10 million to the local economy. 

South Coast Repertory Announces LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS And More For 2024-25 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2024


Discover the exciting lineup for SOUTH COAST REPERTORY's 2024-25 Season, featuring three world premieres: JOAN by Daniel Goldstein, THE STAIRCASE by Noa Gardner, and a surprise play yet to be announced.

Review: YOUR ARMS TOO SHORT TO BOX WITH GOD at Playhouse On The Square
by Kevin Shaw - May 8, 2024


The recent college campus protests in America seem to have surprised and bewildered a lot of people around the world. Why do privileged students who can afford a college education risk being expelled or jailed over a conflict in Gaza? Graduations are currently being cancelled, people are being arrested and police with riot gear are on standby from New York to California. It’s almost unheard of.

Kumu Kahua Theatre and Bamboo Ridge Press Reveal The May 2024 Prompt For Go Try PlayWrite
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2024


Kumu Kahua Theatre, in collaboration with Bamboo Ridge Press and The Popolo Project announce the May prompt for their monthly play writing contest, Go Try PlayWrite.

PACIFIC SYMPHONY SUMMERFEST 2024 Season Announced At Irvine's New Amphitheater
by A.A. Cristi - May 3, 2024


A new chapter begins for Pacific Symphony and the Orange County community, when the orchestra settles into its brand new summer home at Great Park Live located in the heart of Irvine

THE WORLD ACCORDING TO MICKI GRANT to be Presented at New Federal Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 3, 2024


New Federal Theatre will present The World According to Micki Grant. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: Watch a Behind-the-Scenes Look at THE WIZ on TODAY
by Josh Sharpe - May 3, 2024


On Friday, The Today Show visited The Wiz on Broadway for a special behind-the-scenes look at the revival of the classic musical. In the interview, Wayne Brady, who plays The Wiz, talked about the formative experience of watching the 1978 film with Michael Jackson and Diana Ross. Nichelle Lewis is making her Broadway debut in the production and recalls the creative team finding her through TikTok. Watch the full interview now!

Video: Sebastian Bach Releases Music Video For New Single “(Hold On) To The Dream”
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 24, 2024


Singer, songwriter, author, Broadway star, and actor Sebastian Bach has released a video for “(Hold On) To The Dream,” the latest single from his forthcoming album Child Within the Man. Bach wrote or co-wrote all the album’s 11 tracks and sang all lead and backing vocals. Child Within the Man features guest appearances from John 5, Steve Stevens, and Orianthi. Watch the music video here!

Queer The Ballet In Partnership Baruch Performing Arts Center Presents DREAM OF A COMMON LANGUAGE
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 19, 2024


Experience the world premiere of DREAM OF A COMMON LANGUAGE by Queer the Ballet at Baruch Performing Arts Center. This new ballet, inspired by lesbian writer and activist Adrienne Rich, runs from June 21 to 23, 2024.

Adam Guettel, Austin Pendleton and More Will Be Honored with Dramatists Guild Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 19, 2024


The Dramatists Guild previously announced that playwright Christopher Durang will receive a Lifetime Achievement award at this year’s ceremony. He will be joined by two additional recipients, George C. Wolfe and Emily Mann.

Queer The Ballet Will Present DREAM OF A COMMON LANGUAGE This June
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2024


Queer the Ballet presents the world premiere of Dream of a Common Language. Dream of a Common Language is a new evening-length ballet inspired by lesbian writer and activist Adrienne Rich's 1978 poetry collection by the same name.

Timo Fahler SHRUG ATLAS Announced At Philbrook Museum
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2024


Explore timo fahler's first institutional solo exhibition at The Philbrook Museum of Art in Tulsa, announced by Sebastian Gladstone.

Interview: MARY TESTA of TENDERNESS AND GRATITUDE at Westport Country Playhouse
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Apr 12, 2024


The legendary Mary Testa is coming to the Westport Country Playhouse on April 15 for one night only.

Selections and Schedule Set For 2024 News Works At Bay Street
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2024


Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts has announced the selections and schedule of works for the upcoming 10th Annual Title Wave: 2024 New Works Festival. 

Boston Ballet Presents SPRING EXPERIENCE Concert This May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 4, 2024


Experience the magic of spring with Boston Ballet's latest performance, featuring works by William Forsythe, Jiří Kylián, and a world premiere by Ken Ossola.

Charli XCX Will Be Honored With ASCAP Global Impact Award At The 2024 ASCAP Pop Music Awards
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2024


ASCAP, The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, the only U.S. PRO that operates on a not-for-profit basis, will present pioneering pop phenomenon Charli XCX with the ASCAP Global Impact Award in honor of her tremendous impact on pop music.

Other Productions of Can-Can

1953   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1954   West End London Production
West End
1955   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
1959   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
1962   Off-Broadway City Center Revival
Off-Broadway
1981   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1988   International Tour
1988   West End London Revival
West End
2004   Off-Broadway Encores! Concert
Off-Broadway
2007   London Lost Musicals Concert
London
2007   Los Angeles Pasadena Playhouse Production
Los Angeles

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