Events
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Rent
Presented by Bristol Riverside Theatre at Bristol Riverside Theatre May 8-June 3, 2012 "Five hundred twenty-five thousand six hundred minutes. How do you measure, measure a year?” - Excerpt from RENT
It won the Tony, the Drama Desk, and the Pulitzer. It remains one of the longest running shows in Broadway history. Playwright and composer Jonathan Larson set out to bring musical theatre to the MTV generation and he succeeded beyond his wildest dreams. Adapted from Puccini’s La Boheme, this is the smash hit that brought you “La Vie...
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Bristol Riverside Theatre |
05/08/12 -
06/03/12 |
Bristol Riverside Theatre, Bristol |
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Bound for Broadway Music Revue
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Bristol Riverside Theatre |
06/28/12 -
08/03/12 |
Bristol Riverside Theatre, Bristol |
Say Goodnight Gracie
Presented by Bristol Riverside Theatre at Bristol Riverside Theatre August 3-August 5, 2012 By Rupert Holmes.
Spend a hilarious, heart-warming evening in the uplifting company of the world’s favorite and funniest centenarian. George Burns, who spanned over 90 years of American entertainment history, is now alive and kicking — and singing and dancing! Alan Safier brings George Burns to life in this tender, funny, lifeaffirming Tony nominated play based on the real love story of George Burns and his wife Gracie Allen.
Starring Alan Safier;...
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Bristol Riverside Theatre |
08/03/12 -
08/05/12 |
Bristol Riverside Theatre, Bristol |
Rugrats Jr.
Presented by Bristol Riverside Theatre at Bristol Riverside Theatre August 4-August 10, 2012 Nickelodeon’s classic hit animated series about life from a baby’s point of view. The Rugrats are Tommy, our one-year-old hero, and his friends, Chuckie, Phil & Lil and his cousin Angelica. Whenever adults are around, the Rugrats act like real babies, but when they’re alone they drop the façade and talk to each other with the vocabulary of five-year-olds. As Tommy and his pals wobble through life, supported by legs not yet used for walking, they show us the world...
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Bristol Riverside Theatre |
08/04/12 -
08/10/12 |
Bristol Riverside Theatre, Bristol |
Runaway Broadway
Presented by Bristol Riverside Theatre at Bristol Riverside Theatre August 16-August 26, 2012 Enjoy an evening of classic Broadway hits with a special tribute to Jerry Herman and Stephen Sondheim. Herman is best known for shows like Hello Dolly, Mame, and La Cage Aux Folles. Sondheim is the winner of more Tony Awards than any other composer for such musicals as A Little Night Music and Sweeney Todd.
Beat the August heat as you enjoy these Broadway favorites!
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Bristol Riverside Theatre |
08/16/12 -
08/26/12 |
Bristol Riverside Theatre, Bristol |
Love is Here to Stay
Presented by Bristol Riverside Theatre at Bristol Riverside Theatre July 19-July 29, 2012 An evening of music by George Gershwin.
The music of George Gershwin spanned both popular and classical genres and his beautiful melodies are widely recognized. Paired with his lyricist brother, Ira, the Gershwins wrote some of the great love songs of the 1930s like "Fascinating Rhythm," "’S Wonderful," "A Foggy Day" and "But Not for Me."
You won’t want to miss this exciting tribute to one of America’s most...
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Bristol Riverside Theatre |
07/19/12 -
07/29/12 |
Bristol Riverside Theatre, Bristol |
Hooray for Hollywood
Presented by Bristol Riverside Theatre at Bristol Riverside Theatre June 21-July 1, 2012 Relive the glitz and glamour of Hollywood as Keith Baker and the BRT Band perform music from Tinsel Town’s greatest musicals and movies. From the popular classic Mary Poppins to the energetic rhythms of Fame, the music from the silver screen will have you singing along.
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Bristol Riverside Theatre |
06/21/12 -
07/01/12 |
Bristol Riverside Theatre, Bristol |
Wizard of Oz Jr.
Presented by Bristol Riverside Theatre at Bristol Riverside Theatre June 30-July 6, 2012 Little Dorothy Gale of Kansas, like so many girls her age, dreams of what lies over the rainbow. One day a twister hits her farm and carries her away over the rainbow to another world. Come join Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tinman, the Cowardly Lion and Toto as they travel the universe of Dorothy’s imagination. This is a show that is for everyone young and old.
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Bristol Riverside Theatre |
06/30/12 -
07/06/12 |
Bristol Riverside Theatre, Bristol |
Music Man Jr.
Presented by Bristol Riverside Theatre at Bristol Riverside Theatre July 14-July 20, 2012 The Music Man follows fast-talking traveling salesman Harold Hill as he cons the people of River City, Iowa, into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys’ band he vows to organize – this despite the fact he doesn’t know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen by curtain’s fall. Wonderful songs and fast moving. Perfect for all audiences...
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Bristol Riverside Theatre |
07/14/12 -
07/20/12 |
Bristol Riverside Theatre, Bristol |
Disney's Winnie the Pooh
Presented by Bristol Riverside Theatre at Bristol Riverside Theatre July 7-July 13, 2012 Welcome to the Hundred Acre Wood, where Winnie the Pooh is once again in search of honey. Along the way, he meets his pals Tigger, Piglet, Rabbit and Owl, but soon discovers that Christopher Robin has been captured! As they prepare for a rescue operation, the animals learn about teamwork, friendship, and sharing snacks! Based on the beloved characters of A.A. Milne and the 2011 Disney animated feature film, this show is the perfect first pick for young audiences.
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Bristol Riverside Theatre |
07/07/12 -
07/13/12 |
Bristol Riverside Theatre, Bristol |
Snow White Jr.
Presented by Bristol Riverside Theatre at Bristol Riverside Theatre July 21-July 27, 2012 Snow White is always cheerful and kind, even though her cruel stepmother wishes the innocent maiden ill when the Magic Mirror reveals Snow White to be the fairest in the land. The wicked queen tries to do away with Snow White, but she narrowly escapes through the terrifying forest and finds comfort among the gentle wild creatures that live there. Even after she has found a new home with her new friends, her wicked stepmother finds a way to send her into an enchanted sleep. Fortunately, a...
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Bristol Riverside Theatre |
07/21/12 -
07/27/12 |
Bristol Riverside Theatre, Bristol |
One Man Stars Wars Trilogy
Presented by Bristol Riverside Theatre at Bristol Riverside Theatre June 16-June 17, 2012 May the force be with you and transport you into the world of the Jedi. Writer and actor Charles Ross will sing, fly, and battle every aspect of Lucasfilms' famous trilogy, with appearances by some of your favorite characters! One Man Star Wars Trilogy performed with permission of Lucasfilm Ltd. All Star Wars elements property of Lucas Film Ltd. All rights reserved.
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Bristol Riverside Theatre |
06/16/12 -
06/17/12 |
Bristol Riverside Theatre, Bristol |
Spring Awakening: The Musical
Presented by Bristol Riverside Theatre at Bristol Riverside Theatre August 9-August 11, 2012 It’s Germany, 1891. A world where the grown-ups hold all the cards. Teenagers are entering puberty and questioning homosexuality, sex and life as they become adults. When one of the characters becomes pregnant, the young lovers must struggle against all odds to build a world together for their child. Spring Awakening won 8 Tony awards as well as the 2008 Tony Award for Best Musical.
While this show has been edited with author approval for younger audiences, parental...
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Bristol Riverside Theatre |
08/09/12 -
08/11/12 |
Bristol Riverside Theatre, Bristol |