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New Question & Answer Posted
(12 December 2003)
Read our latest Question & Answer, where
Nan discusses writing with the critics in mind.
New Question & Answer Posted
(4 December 2003)
Read our latest Question & Answer, where
Nan discusses the audition process for Broadway readings and productions.
Pimpernel Album Pages Updated
(4 December 2003)
The pages providing information on the recordings of The Scarlet Pimpernel have been
updated with purchasing links. A new page has also been added with information on the German Highlights Recording from Halle.
For more information, see the Scarlet
Pimpernel Recordings Page.
New Question & Answer Posted
(20 November 2003)
Read our latest Question & Answer, where
Nan discusses the writing process, including research and inspiration.
Camille Claudel Scrapbook Posted
(15 November 2003)
A Scrapbook has just been added to the site, with photos from the run of Camille
Claudel at the Norma Terris Theater in Chester, CT. View
the Scrapbook.
New Question & Answer Posted
(6 November 2003)
Read our latest Question & Answer, where
Nan discusses the writing process and allowing actors to improvise.
Pimpernel Reopens in Germany
(1 November 2003)
The German-langauge premiere production of The Scarlet Pimpernel will reopen for its
second season at the Opernhaus Halle in Halle, Germany on 1 November. Eleven performances are
expected, through March of 2004. Christoph Goetten joins the cast as Percy, with Ann-Christin
Elverum and Christopher Murray continuing in the roles of Marguerite and Chauvelin. These
performers are joined by the cast and orchestra on the German Cast Recording, which will be
available beginning 1 November. Learn more at the
Pimpernel Website.
Fever Tour Resumes In Italy
(23 October 2003)
The Italian tour of Saturday Night Fever is beginning its second leg, on 5 November.
A new cast is currently preforming previews in Milan through 3 November. The show will then
take to the road, with dates planned through February 2004. The new dates have been posted on
the Italian SNF Tour Page.
Pimpernel Returns To Australia
(17 October 2003)
The Scarlet Pimpernel opens for its second production in Australia, running 17
October through 1 November 2004. The show is the 30th Anniversary Production of NOVA Music
Theatre, and is being presented at the Whitehorse Centre in Nunawading, Victoria. Learn more at
the Pimpernel
website.
New Question & Answer Posted
(16 October 2003)
Read our latest Question & Answer, where
Nan discusses the value of audience feedback when developing a new musical.
UK Tour of Fever Extended
(16 October 2003)
The second UK tour of Saturday Night Fever has just announced additional dates
through June of 2004. The new dates and venues are listed on the
Second UK Tour Page.
New Question & Answer Posted
(2 October 2003)
Read our latest Question & Answer, where
Nan discusses writing with Linda Eder in mind.
New Letter From Nan Posted
(25 September 2003)
Read a Letter From Nan, where she talks about the
rehearsals and run of Camille Claudel in Connecticut, as well as her next plans.
New Question & Answer Posted
(18 September 2003)
Read our latest Question & Answer, where
Nan discusses how she approaches the writing process for musicals and plays.
New Interview With Nan
(18 September 2003)
"The Voice" - the Official Linda Eder Newsletter - has published their latest online issue,
with information on the premiere of Camille Claudel, as well as an in-depth interview
with Nan Knighton. You can read the interview
here.
Camille Claudel Has Successful Run
(7 September 2003)
The world premiere production of Camille Claudel, which played its final
performances at the Norma Terris Theater on 7 September, was very well-received. Photos from
opening night have been posted in a
Broadway.com Photo Op.
Future production plans for the show are currently being discussed. It is hoped that the show
will open on Broadway, and details will be posted here as they are confirmed and announced.
Learn more about the show in the Camille Claudel
section.
Fever Back On Tour In The U.S.
(4 September 2003)
The third U.S. tour of Saturday Night Fever is under way, with its second stop
opening in Biloxi, MS, on 4 September. The tour is a non-equity production by Troika
Entertainment and Columbia Artists Theatricals. For a full list of stops, currently scheduled
through 14 December, view the non-equity U.S. tour
page.
New Question & Answer Posted
(28 August 2003)
Read our latest Question & Answer, where
Nan discusses how the casting process works.
Camille Claudel Now Playing
(14 August 2003)
The world premiere performance of Camille Claudel takes place tonight at
Goodspeed Musicals' Norma Terris Theater, in Chester, Connecticut. The show runs through 7
September 2003, with Linda Eder, Michael Nouri, Matt Bogart, Rita Gardner and Milo O'Shea
leading the cast. Read an article from Goodspeed Musicals about
the blackout and opening night. Learn more
about the show in the Camille Claudel section.
New Question & Answer Posted
(7 August 2003)
Read our latest Question & Answer, where
Nan discusses her collaboration with Frank Wildhorn and how it has changed over the years.
Pimpernel Returns To Suffolk, England
(7 August 2003)
A production of The Scarlet Pimpernel has been announced to take place August 29 and
30 in Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, England. The Staging will be presented at Theatre Royal by
Fruitcake Productions of the Lights, Music, Action Stage School. Learn more at the
Pimpernel website.
Camille Cast Updates
(31 July 2003)
Two cast updates have just been announced for Camille Claudel. The role of Madame
Claudel, previously announced to be performed by Joan Copeland, will now be filled by Rita
Gardner. There is also a new addition to the ensemble: Antonia Kitsopoulos will portray Young
Camille. For the full cast and creative team list, see the
Camille Claudel section.
New Question & Answer Posted
(24 July 2003)
Read our latest Question & Answer, where
Nan reveals some of her favorite musicals, composers and songs.
Letter From Nan Posted
(17 July 2003)
Read a Letter from Nan, where she discusses the
reading of Man With Two Hearts Found On Moon and the upcoming production of Camille
Claudel.
Camille Cast List Confirmed
(17 July 2003)
The full cast list for the Goodspeed production of Camille Claudel has been confirmed
and announced. The cast will be led by Linda Eder, Michael Nouri, Matt Bogart, Joan Copeland
and Milo O'Shea. For the full cast and creative team list, see the
Camille Claudel section.
Page Added to Camille Section
(17 July 2003)
A new page has been added to the Camille Claudel section of the website, with links
to several pages, articles and other items related to the development of the production. View
the Related Items Page.
New Question & Answer Posted
(10 July 2003)
Read our latest Question & Answer, where
Nan discusses the process of collaboration for musicals, and how to start writing one.
Another Pimpernel Opens In Germany
(5 July 2003)
The Freies Musical Ensemble Münster presents the third German production of The
Scarlet Pimpernel, 5-27 July. Learn more at the
Pimpernel website.
New Question & Answer Posted
(26 June 2003)
Read our latest Question & Answer, where
Nan discusses the origin of the idea for a musical about Camille Claudel.
Second Pimpernel Opens In Germany
(18 June 2003)
A second German production of The Scarlet Pimpernel is the centerpiece of the annual
open-air festival in Klingenberg am Main. Learn more at the
Pimpernel
website.
Pimpernel Ends Season in Halle
(13 June 2003)
The Opernhaus Halle concludes its first season of performances of The Scarlet
Pimpernel on 13 June. The German-language premiere production will return for further
performances in the 2003-04 theater season, with a new Percy leading the cast. A recording is
also expected in the fall. Learn more at the
Pimpernel
website.
Pimpernel Has Dutch Premiere
(12 June 2003)
Greg & Baud Productions presents the Dutch-language permiere of The Scarlet Pimpernel
in Zoetermeer, The Netherlands, 12-29 June. Learn more at the
Pimpernel
website.
Second U.S. Fever Tour Closes
(8 June 2003)
The second equity U.S. tour of Saturday Night Fever played its final performance, 8
June, at the BTI Center in Raleigh, North Carolina. Further production plans are possible for
the show in the U.S., stay tuned for updates.
New Question & Answer Posted
(5 June 2003)
Read our latest Question & Answer, where
Nan discusses The Scarlet Pimpernel's nemesis Chauvelin, and "Falcon in the Dive."
Fever Tour Lists Added to Site
(29 May 2003)
Listings of the tour stops for four of Saturday Night Fever's tours, including the
current U.S. and U.K. tours, are now available on this website. The new pages are linked from
the SNF Productions Page
Question & Answer Section Reopened
(22 May 2003)
The Question & Answer section of the site is now open once again. Use the
form to Ask a Question about one of Nan's projects or her
career. And be sure to watch for the next Answer from Nan, which will be posted in early June.
Fever wins Best Musical Award in Netherlands
(15 May 2003)
The production of Saturday Night Fever which took place in Utrecht, The Netherlands,
has been named Best Musical of 2003 at the Stichting Musical Awards ceremony. The staging at
the Beatrix Theater closed in February of this year, after a run of 601 performances that
entertained over 700,000 audience members. The award was presented on 12 May 2003. To learm
more, visit the Stichting Musical Awards
Website (in Dutch).
Pimpernel to Play in Lowestoft, England
(8 May 2003)
The Lowestoft Players will present the next production of The Scarlet Pimpernel in
the UK. Performances are at The Marina Theatre in Lowestoft, Suffolk, England 20-24 May 2003.
Final Performance of Fever Tour in Italy
(17 April 2003)
The Italian tour of Saturday Night Fever plays its final performance at the Teatro
Nazionale in Milano, 17 April. The tour began 5 November 2002 in Rome, and has played in eleven
cities.
Contact Form, Pimpernel Tour Pages Added
(17 April 2003)
The Contact Page has been updated, with a live form
where you can send us your questions, comments, or any information which might belong on the
website. We'd love to hear from you!Also, two new pages have been posted, listing the dates
and locations of The Scarlet Pimpernel's
First U.S. Tour (Equity, 2000-01), and its
Non-Equity Tour (2002).
Camille Tickets Now on Sale
(13 April 2003)
Individual tickets are now on sale to the general public for the world premiere production
of Camille Claudel. Tickets can be purchased
online at the Goodspeed Musicals Website, or by
contacting the Goodspeed box office at (860) 873-8668 or
boxoffice@goodspeed.org.
Pimpernel Premieres in New Zealand
(8 April 2003)
The Scarlet Pimpernel had its New Zealand premiere in a production of 8-10 April
2003. The show was presented by Hillcrest High School at the WestpacTrust Community Theatre in
Hamilton, New Zealand.
New Links Pages
(27 March 2003)
The Links Section has been reorganized. Links pages for
The Scarlet Pimpernel and
Saturday Night Fever have been updated and moved
into those sections of the site. There is also a new
Charities and Organizations links page, with numerous
charities listed, and a message from Nan.
Stars Give Life to Two Hearts... on Moon
(27 March 2003)
Nan's new play, Man With Two Hearts Found on Moon, had its first reading at the
Roundabout Theater, March 27. Featured in the cast of the reading were Swoosie Kurtz, Neil
Patrick Harris, Marc Kudisch, David Cromwell, Daniel Davis, Mary Louise Wilson, Marylouise
Burke, Ben Shenkman and Marcy Harriell. Learn more about the play and the
reading.
Camille Claudel Confirmed for Goodspeed Musicals' Norma Terris Theater
(12 March 2003)
Camille Claudel, the new musical collaboration between Nan Knighton and Frank
Wildhorn, will have its world premiere performance at Goodspeed Musicals' Norma Terris
Theater in Chester, CT. The news was confirmed today by Goodspeed Musicals in an announcement
on Playbill Online. Performances
will take place from August 14 through September 7, 2003. Tickets can currently be purchased as
part of the Norma Terris season subscription, by calling the box office at (860) 873-8668 or
visiting the Goodspeed Musicals Website. Linda Eder is
set to star in the show, Gabriel Barre will direct and Jeremy Roberts will serve as musical
director. Learn more about the show and the premiere
production.
Pimpernel Premieres in Scotland
(11 March 2003)
Continuing a series of productions throughout the UK, The Scarlet Pimpernel has its
Scottish premiere in Leven, Fife, 11-15 March. The staging is presented at The Centre by the
Leven Amateur Musical Association.
Nan Discusses Fever in Sacramento Bee
(9 March 2003)
The Sacramento Bee ran an article this weekend discussing the U.S. national tour of
Saturday Night Fever. Nan gave an interview for this, in which she discussed the
challenges of adaptating Fever for the stage. The article, by Will Evans, is posted on the
Sacramento Bee Website.
Fever on the Road Again in the UK
(3 March 2003)
The UK tour of Saturday Night Fever has gotten under way once more. The first stop
plays at the Churchill Theater in Bromley, 3-15 March, and venues have been announced through 3
January 2004. A new website has been launched for the UK production as well.
Visit the Official Website for more information.
NanKnighton.com has New Webmaster
(February 2003)
The Official Nan Knighton Website is currently going through a change of management. The new
webmaster, Peter Williams, thanks previous webmaster Shari Perkins for all that she has done
with the website in the past several years! In the coming weeks and months there will be
several changes to the site, and I appreciate your patience as I get settled in.
Site Changes:
- Recent Updates will now be posted in the News section.
- The "Additional Info" page in the "About Nan" section has been moved and renamed, it is now
"Interviews and Articles."
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