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2 hours and 45 minutes, with one intermission
Opened: March 27, 2011
Closing: May 20, 2012

How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying - 2011 Broadway History , Info & More


Following the advice of a book entitled "How to Succeed in Business" a young window-cleaner, J. Pierrepont Finch, begins a meteoric rise from the mail-room to Vice President of Advertising at the World-Wide Wicket Company. Finch’s unorthodox and morally-questionable business practices jeopardize not only his career but also his romance with secretary Rosemary Pilkington. With a beloved score by Frank Loesser, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying is packed with hit standards such as “I Believe in You,” “Happy to Keep His Dinner Warm,” “The Company Way,” “Been a Long Day,” “Rosemary,” and “Brotherhood of Man.”


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STAGE TUBE: Darren Criss Goes Inside Hirschfeld Theatre!
by Nicole Rosky - January 3, 2012


We've been obsessed with all things Darren Criss here at BroadwayWorld.com since his debut on GLEE singing 'Teenange Dream' and this video just went up on his Facebook page, and well, we wanted to bring it to you first!

UP ON THE MARQUEE: New HOW TO SUCCEED with Darren Criss & Beau Bridges Going Up!
by Kevin Thomas Garcia - January 3, 2012


Emmy, Golden Globe and Grammy Award-winning star of screen, television and stage, Beau Bridges, returns to Broadway for the first time in 38 years in his first musical as J. B. Biggley, beginning today for 6 months through Sunday, July 1, 2012. Mr. Bridges will co-star with GLEE star Darren Criss through January 22 and then Nick Jonas (January 24, 2012 - July 1, 2012). The new marquee featuring the famous newbies is going up today and BroadwayWorld has just captured the in-progress shots. Have a look below for a glimpse of the new exterior art and check back later for shots of the finished product!

Darren Criss, Beau Bridges Begin Performances in HOW TO SUCCEED
by BWW News Desk - January 3, 2012


Emmy, Golden Globe and Grammy Award-winning star of screen, television and stage, Beau Bridges, returns to Broadway for the first time in 38 years in his first musical as J. B. Biggley, beginning today for 6 months through Sunday, July 1, 2012. Mr. Bridges will co-star with GLEE star Darren Criss through January 22 and then Nick Jonas (January 24, 2012 - July 1, 2012).

STAGE TUBE: Watch Daniel Radcliffe's Final HOW TO SUCCEED... Curtain Speech
by Robert Diamond - January 2, 2012


These days everything seems to wind up on YouTube moments after taking place. Here, check out Daniel Radcliffe's funny and moving final curtain speech after his last performance in HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING as he pays tribute to the cast, company, producers & more. What a year it was!

HOW TO SUCCEED Breaks Hirschfeld Records for Daniel Radcliffe & John Larroquette's Last Week
by Kelsey Denette - January 1, 2012


HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING broke the box office record at the Hirschfeld Theatre the week ending January 1, 2012, grossing $1,910,224, for 9 performances.

Photo Flashback: Daniel Radcliffe and John Larroquette Bid Farewell to HOW TO SUCCEED
by Kelsey Denette - January 1, 2012


Today will be the final performance of stars Daniel Radcliffe and John Larroquette (winner of a 2011 Tony Award for his performance in the show) - get a look back at their HOW TO SUCCEED journey below!

STAGE TUBE: HOW TO SUCCEED Fans Say Goodbye to Daniel Radcliffe & John Larroquette
by Nicole Rosky - December 29, 2011


Next up in HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING is Darren Criss (January 3, 2012 - January 22, 2012), followed by Nick Jonas (January 24, 2012 - July 1, 2012). Beau Bridges will replace 2011 Tony Award and Drama Desk Award winner John Larroquette, who will play his final performance along with co-star Daniel Radcliffe on Sunday, January 1, 2012. In the video below, fans say goodbye to the duo!

STAGE TUBE: Darren Criss Visits TODAY SHOW
by Nicole Rosky - December 20, 2011


GLEE star Darren Criss, who's set to make his Broadway debut in the coming weeks in HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING, recently visited 'The Today Show,' where he chatted about starring in the show.Click belwo to check out the full interview!

Photo Flash: Poster Revealed for Nick Jonas in HOW TO SUCCEED!
by Robert Diamond - December 20, 2011


Next up in HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING is Darren Criss (January 3, 2012 - January 22, 2012), followed by Nick Jonas (January 24, 2012 - July 1, 2012). Today, we've got a first look at the show poster for Nick Jonas!

Daniel Radcliffe to Host SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE 1/14
by Caryn Robbins - December 19, 2011


Daniel Radcliffe will make his hosting debut on January 14. Radcliffe will next be seen in the supernatural thriller, 'The Woman In Black,' due out February 3. Radcliffe rose to international fame starring in 'Harry Potter,' the highest grossing film series of all time. He also appeared on the Broadway stage in 'Equus' and 'How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.'

Givenik.com Gives Away Tix To HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS
by Gabrielle Sierra - December 7, 2011


Givenik.com has announced the launch of an exciting sweepstakes opportunity in partnership with How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying on Monday, December 5th.

Daniel Radcliffe Named 2011 Entertainer of the Year by EW
by Nicole Rosky - December 7, 2011


Broadway favorite Daniel Radcliffe has earned the number one spot in Entertainment Weekly's 'Entertainers of the Year' issue. Joining him on the star-studded list are fellow Broadway veteran Hugh Jackman, Adele, the cast of Bridesmaids, and fourteen others!

Michael Urie to Join HOW TO SUCCEED... as 'Bud Frump' January 2012
by Robert Diamond - December 1, 2011


The producers of the 50th Anniversary production of the Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical comedy HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING announced today that star of stage and television, Michael Urie ("Ugly Betty," The Temperamentals) will make his Broadway debut as Bud Frump, beginning Tuesday, January 24, 2012, for 6 months through Sunday, July 1, 2012. Urie will co-star with Nick Jonas and Beau Bridges. Urie replaces Christopher J. Hanke, who will play his last performance on Sunday, January 22, 2012 alongside Darren Criss. Tickets for Urie's engagement in HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING are now on sale.

STAGE TUBE: Darren Criss Prepares for HOW TO SUCCEED!
by Nicole Rosky - November 28, 2011


Darren Criss, breakout star of Fox's Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winning smash hit television show 'GLEE', will make his Broadway debut as J. Pierrepont Finch in HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING, performing a strictly limited three week engagement from January 3, through January 22, 2012. He will replace Daniel Radcliffe, who will play his final performance on Sunday, January 1, 2012. Tickets for Mr. Criss' engagement in HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING are now on sale. Go behind the scenes of his recent photo shoot below!

STAGE TUBE: Radcliffe & Cast of HOW TO SUCCEED Sing 'Brotherhood of Man' in Macy's Parade!
by BroadwayWorld TV - November 24, 2011


Today, November 24, New York celebrates Thanksgiving with the 85th annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. In keeping with tradition, the parade will be Broadcast on both NBC and CBS beginning at 9am. Some of Broadway's biggest shows are slated to take center stage during the early part of the broadcast. BroadwayWorld will be bringing you highlights of the performances as they become available! Watch the clip below (performance starts at 0:18) as Daniel Radcliffe leads the cast of HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING in the show-stopper 'Brotherhood of Man'.

Photo Flash: Daniel Radcliffe, John Larroquette & HOW TO SUCCEED Cast Rehearse for Thanksgiving Day Parade in the Rain!
by Nicole Rosky - November 23, 2011


America's favorite holiday tradition will return once more to dazzle and enchant millions nationwide with its signature magic. On Thursday, November 24, 2011 at 9:00 AM, the 85th Anniversary Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade® will take to the streets of New York City with a cornucopia of whimsical treats for the whole family. From new giant character helium balloons to out-of-this world floats, the magic begins at the sound of Let's Have A Parade! More than 8,000 participants including a gaggle of clowns, exciting performance groups, pulse-pounding marching bands, celebrities and the one-and-only Santa Claus will kick-off the holidays with the 85th march of unrivaled wonder.

Photo Flash: First Look at Darren Criss in HOW TO SUCCEED!
by Nicole Rosky - November 23, 2011


Darren Criss, breakout star of Fox's Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winning smash hit television show 'GLEE', will make his Broadway debut as J. Pierrepont Finch in HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING, performing a strictly limited three week engagement from January 3, through January 22, 2012. He will replace Daniel Radcliffe, who will play his final performance on Sunday, January 1, 2012. Tickets for Mr. Criss' engagement in HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING are now on sale.

STAGE TUBE: Nick Jonas Talks HOW TO SUCCEED, His Fans, and More!
by Nicole Rosky - November 14, 2011


Nick Jonas will climb the corporate ladder as Broadway's next ‘J. Pierrepont Finch' in the Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical comedy HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING beginning Tuesday, January 24, 2012 through Sunday, July 1, 2012. Tickets for HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING are currently on sale through Sunday, July 1, 2012. Jonas, who began his career on stage at age 8, returns to Broadway for the first time since the launch of the international sensation The Jonas Brothers. In the video below, Jonas chats with VH1 about everything from his upcoming role to touring in South America.

How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying History

Other Productions of How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying

1961   Broadway Original Broadway Production
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1963   US Tour 1st National Tour
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1963   West End London Production
West End
1963   US Tour 2nd National Tour
US Tour
1965   US Tour 3rd National Tour
US Tour
1995   Broadway Broadway Revival
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2011   Broadway Broadway Revival
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2017   West End Wilton's Music Hall Production
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2023   West End
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How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying - 2011 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2011 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Choreography Rob Ashford
2011 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Leading Actor in a Musical Daniel Radcliffe
2011 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Lighting Design Howell Binkley
2011 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Revival of a Musical How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
2011 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Scenic Design Derek McLane
2011 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical Daniel Radcliffe
2011 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Choreography Rob Ashford
2011 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical Rob Ashford
2011 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical John Larroquette
2011 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical 0
2011 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical Daniel Radcliffe
2011 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Choreography Rob Ashford
2011 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical Rob Ashford
2011 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical John Larroquette
2011 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical 0
2011 Theatre World Awards Performance John Larroquette
2011 Theatre World Awards Performance Rose Hemingway
2011 Tony Awards Best Choreography Rob Ashford
2011 Tony Awards Best Costume Design of a Musical Catherine Zuber
2011 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Rob Ashford
2011 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design of a Musical Howell Binkley
2011 Tony Awards Best Orchestrations Doug Besterman
2011 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical John Larroquette
2011 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Tammy Blanchard
2011 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Michael Speyer-Bernie Abrams/Jacki Florin-Adam Blanshay/TBS Service
2011 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Larry Kaye/Paul Chau/Daniel Frishwasser/Michael Jackowitz
2011 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Hop Theatricals
2011 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Two Left Feet Productions/PowerArts
2011 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Jen Namoff/Fakstone Productions
2011 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Hilary A. Williams
2011 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Takonkiet Viravan/Scenario Thailand
2011 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Candy Spelling
2011 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Michael McCabe/Joseph Smith
2011 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Neil Meron
2011 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Craig Zadan
2011 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Broadway Across America

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