Happy 50th Anniversary to THE FANTASTICKS!
Happy 50th Anniversary to THE FANTASTICKS!
By Kathryn Harris on May 03, 2010
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The Sullivan Street Theatre, where THE FANTASTICKS opened 50 years ago.
The original cast of THE FANTASTICKS back in 1960 included Broadway and TV veteran, Jerry Orbach (best known for his role as Detective Lennie Brisco on LAW & ORDER), as well as lyricist/bookwriter Tom Jones, who will rejoin the revival cast on May 3. Originally written in less than three weeks for a summer production at Barnard College, the show's original run lasted for 42 years; it is consequently the longest running musical. The current production, playing at the Snapple Theater Center, opened in 2006 and is still running strong. MTI is delighted to celebrate 50 years of this beautiful gem of a show, and hopes this revival gives THE FANTASTICKS its second record-breaking run!
Special Discount Ticket Offer for THE FANTASTICKS in NYC:
- Click here for your discount code.
License THE FANTASTICKS:
- Visit THE FANTASTICKS MTI show page.
Try to Remember Photo Sweepstakes:
- Win four tickets to see THE FANTASTICKS in NYC by submitting a theatrical photo, here!
THE FANTASTICKS Community:
- Share your memories, photos, videos and more about THE FANTASTICKS on its MTI ShowSpace page.
Articles and Resources:
- THE FANTASTICKS on Broadway official website.
- Visit THE FANTASTICKS official web page.
- Read today's New York Times feature article about the show.
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