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Hans Christian Andersen

Date of Death: August 04, 1875

Birth Place: Odense, Fyn, DENMARK

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Video: Ana Gasteyer Reveals Pre-Show Ritual for ONCE UPON A MATTRESS

Broadway star and SNL alum Ana Gasteyer stopped by Late Night with Seth Meyers on Thursday to discuss her role as Queen Aggravain in the new production of Once Upon a Mattress, which is currently running on Broadway. Watch the interview now!
SHREK THE MUSICAL & More Set for Emerson Colonial Theatre Fall 2024 Line-Up

The Emerson Colonial Theatre has revealed it's fall season. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: The Kid Critics Have Royal Ball at ONCE UPON A MATTRESS

BroadwayWorld continues Kid Critics, a series that gives parents and children alike a kid's perspective on Broadway's hottest shows. Find out what they though of Once Upon a Mattress in this video!
Playful People Productions Reveals 2024/25 Season

San Jose's Playful People Productions has announced its 2024—25 season: live stage productions of both classic musicals and musicals so new, you may not have heard of them yet; plus group classes led by local professionals teaching everything from the Charleston to breakdancing, multi-part singing, and more.
Character Breakdown: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Cast Breaks Down Their Roles

In this video, watch as the cast unpacks their roles and find out even more about the new revival, now playing at the Hudson Theatre.
Video: Ana Gasteyer Discusses the Delights of 'Playing Mean' Opposite Sutton Foster

Broadway star and SNL alum Ana Gasteyer recently stopped by Good Morning America to discuss the new production of Once Upon a Mattress, which is currently running on Broadway. The actress recalled joining the production because she knew it would be a 'guaranteed joyride.' Watch the interview!
Video: Sutton Foster Says Princess Winnifred is One of the Most Physical Roles She Has Played

Broadway star Sutton Foster stopped by Live With Kelly and Mark to discuss the new production of Once Upon a Mattress, where she performs opposite Michael Urie. 'It's very very physical. Probably one of the most physical roles I've ever [played],' Foster said of the role of Princess Winnifred. Watch the interview now!
Copenhagen's Fie Eike Releases New Single 'Fluid'

Fie Eike has released her latest single 'Fluid,' now available for streaming.
Video: Sutton Foster Sings 'Shy' in ONCE UPON A MATTRESS

Watch a clip of Sutton Foster singing 'Shy' in Once Upon a Mattress. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Opening Night Curtain Call

Check out photos from Once Upon a Mattress's opening night curtain call on Broadway!
Review Roundup: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Returns To Broadway

F-R-E-D! The classic musical comedy Once Upon a Mattress celebrates its triumphant return to Broadway for the first time in over 25 years, in a new production starring two-time Tony-winner Sutton Foster and Drama Desk Award winner and SAG Award nominee Michael Urie! Read the reviews!
ONCE UPON A MATTRESS on Broadway- A Complete Guide

Looking for all the latest info on one of Broadway's hottest shows? BroadwayWorld has the full scoop on everything that you need to know about Once Upon a Mattress! on Broadway. Check out all the details here!
Video: Sutton Foster and Carol Burnett Talk ONCE UPON A MATTRESS on SUNDAY MORNING

Watch Sutton Foster and Carol Burnett discuss playing Winnifred in Once Upon a Mattress in the video here!
Video: Michael Urie Talks Set Design in ONCE UPON A MATTRESS

Broadway star Michael Urie stopped by Live With Kelly and Mark to discuss the new production of Once Upon a Mattress, where he performs opposite Sutton Foster. He talked about the plot of the musical and discussed the towering stack of mattresses (along with the tall ladder) that are integral to the story. Watch the clips!
Broadway's Best Fairy Tale Musicals

It's no surprise that many of our favorite musicals have been adapted from beloved books or films. More specifically, however, some of Broadway's most delightful shows have come straight from even more humble origins- fairytales! Once Upon a Mattress is offically back on Broadway and to celebrate, you can study up on even more musicals with a happily ever after.
Single Tickets for the Lied Center's 2024-2025 Season On Sale Next Week

Tickets for BEETLEJUICE, RENT, Itzhak Perlman, Neil deGrasse Tyson, and more go on sale August 13 at the Lied Center. Don't miss these exciting performances and events.
Photos: Sutton Foster & More in ONCE UPON A MATTRESS

See photos of Sutton Foster and more in Once Upon a Mattress on Broadway.
Review: INTO THE WOODS at Roxy's Downtown

On July 24th, 2024, I had the great pleasure to see the storied musical Into the Woods at Roxy’s Downtown. This exceptional production runs until August 9, so hurry and get your tickets before they are completely sold out! I hear there are only a few select nights left. The piece moves at an engaging pace, is visually rich, and there are many delightful surprises that will keep you at the edge of your seat.
Video: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Takes First Bows on Broadway

Tthe cast of Once Upon a Mattress, starring Sutton Foster, too their first bow on Broadway last night! Check out a video of the cast and learn more about the production.
Photos: Backstage at ONCE UPON A MATTRESS on Broadway

BroadwayWorld is giving you an exclusive look backstage at rehearsal for Once Upon a Mattress, which begins previews on Broadway tonight, July 31. Check out the photos here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Hans Christian Andersen written?

Hans Christian Andersen has written 5 shows including Once Upon a Mattress (Source Material), Nightingale (Source Material), Honk! (Source Material), Striking 12 (Source Material), The Little Mermaid (Source Material).

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