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School Of Rock – Winter Garden Theatre

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School of Rock on Broadway
Hoping to educate us once again, Andrew Lloyd-Webber returns to Broadway with a brand-new show! Adapted from the 2003 Jack Black movie of the same name, School of Rock is set to feature his bumbling lead character Dewey Finn played by Alex Brightman (Matilda, Big Fish), the hilarious slacker with rock stardom on his mind. Not since 1971 has Andrew Lloyd-Webber launched a show on Broadway before London’s West End, so we can expect that this new production, that will mix songs from the movie with brand new songs by the iconic composer and lyricist Glenn Slater, will be a rockin’ spectacular! Oh, and the book comes from Julian Fellowes, the writer of a “relatively unknown” TV show called Downtown Abbey. Nope, we’ve never heard it either…. WHAT IS SCHOOL OF ROCK ABOUT? Rock star wannabe Dewey Finn is down on his luck. He’s been kicked out of own band ... Read more

On Your Feet – Marquis Theatre

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A vibrant new jukebox musical, On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan recounts the true rags-to-riches story of the original music industry power couple. Gloria and Emilio Estefan came to America as two poor Cuban immigrants. Now, she’s one of the best-selling singers in music history and he has helped launched the careers of an incredible list of Latin music superstars such as Ricky Martin, Jennifer Lopez and Shakira. Through it all, they’ve stayed together, two people devoted to each other, their music and their cultural heritage. Directed by two-time Tony Award-winner Jerry Mitchell, choreographed by Sergio Trujillo of Jersey Boys fame and featuring Gloria Estefan’s greatest hits, including ‘Get on Your Feet’ and ‘Rhythm is Gonna Get You’, as well as some brand new numbers, On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefani promises to be an exhilarating theatre experience. Following a run in ... Read more

Matilda – Shubert Theatre

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From the novel Matilda by children’s favourite Roald Dahl comes this magical offering from the Royal Shakespeare Company. Having thrilled audiences on London’s West End, Matilda the Musical is now entrancing Broadway, receiving standing ovations and winning a record-breaking seven Olivier Awards, including Best Musical. Young Matilda Wormwood is finding it tough. She’s super intelligent but no-one seems to notice. She’s ignored by her TV-addicted family and bullied by her scary headmistress but one day Matilda makes an incredible discovery: she has some very special powers. A story that will capture the imagination of both young and old, Matilda the Musical breathes new life into Dahl’s beloved tale. A supremely talented cast of adult and child actors as well as stunning set design and ingenious props deliver an inspiring, hilarious and exuberant production. Playing at New York’s Shubert Theater, this tale of imagination and determination is one that should be ... Read more

Les Miserables – Imperial Theatre

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Will Svenson and Ramin Karimloo in Les Miserables. Photo: Matthew Murphy New York’s iconic Imperial Theater now welcomes a brand new Cameron Mackintosh production of world-famous musical Les Misérables. A runaway critical and popular success across the US, this latest production draws inspiration from Victor Hugo’s own paintings to create bold new staging and dynamic and striking scenery. Set in the nineteenth century in France, a country on the cusp of revolution, Les Misérables is an epic tale of the human spirit and its capacity for love and redemption. Ever since breaking his parole decades earlier, ex-convict Jean Valjean has been on the run from hard-hearted policeman Javert. However, everything changes when Valjean takes on the care of young Cosette, the daughter of a factory worker. With critics calling this latest incarnation of Boubil and Schönberg’s musical a ‘rebirth’ of the masterpiece, one that is even more captivating and effective ... Read more

Kinky Boots – Al Hirscfeld Theatre

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Kinky Boots on Broadway. Photo: Matthew Murphy Packed with spirit, songs and sequins, Kinky Boots is the celebrated Broadway musical penned by Grammy Award-winning pop legend Cyndi Lauper and four-time Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein. Starring Tony Award nominee Stark Sands as Charlie and Billy Porter as Lola, Kinky Boots is the uplifting tale of Charlie Price, a young man forced to take up his late father’s mantel and run the family shoe factory. Desperate to stop his family from sinking into bankruptcy, Charlie finds help in the form of Lola, a cabaret star in search of some heavy-duty heels. Charlie and Lola soon team up to save the factory, finding friendship and strength along the way. Abundant energy, beautiful staging and a brand new score make this award-winning musical about fitting in and standing out a real triumph. Playing at New York’s Al Hirschfeld Theater, this new musical is guaranteed ... Read more

Jersey Boys – August Wilson Theatre

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Jersey Boys is no ordinary jukebox musical, it’s a global phenomenon. The winner of 55 awards including the Tony Award for Best Musical, the sensational Jersey Boys recounts how four rough and ready kids became one of the greatest pop bands of all time. Through ingenious storytelling told from four points of view and iconic songs, discover the true story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons as they battle the mob, the industry and themselves to make music history. An outstanding cast brings the unique sound of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons to life. A true Broadway treasure, Jersey Boys showcases all the very best hits from this beloved band, including ‘Oh What a Night’, ‘Walk Like a Man’, ‘Beggin’’ and ‘Sherry’. Playing at New York’s August Wilson Theater, whether you’re a devoted fan or want to see for yourself why these Hall-of-Famers have sold over 100 million ... Read more

Finding Neverland – Lunt Fontanne Theatre

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Finding Neverland: Matthew Morrison and Kelsey Grammer with the ensemble. Photo: Carol Rosegg Starring Matthew Morrison (Glee) and Kelsey Grammer (Frasier), the exhilarating Finding Neverland is taking Broadway by storm. Based on the Academy Award-winning 2004 film starring Johnny Depp and Kate Winslet, Finding Neverland tells the story of playwright J.M. Barrie. Struggling to find success as a writer, a meeting with widow Sylvia Llewellyn Davies and her young sons leads Barrie to discover the true power of storytelling. Thrilled by the boys’ games and fantasy worlds, Barrie conjures up Neverland and the story of Peter Pan, a story the world would never forget. With an all-star cast, music and lyrics by Gary Barlow (Take That) and Grammy-winner Eliot Kennedy and directed by Tony Award-winner Diane Paulus (Pippin, Hair), this ambitious new Broadway musical is a triumph of the imagination. Boasting astonishing visual effects as well as heart-warming fun and ... Read more

Dames At Sea – Helen Hayes Theatre

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The first-ever Broadway production of Dames at Sea will drop anchor at the Helen Hayes Theatre this season. Directed and choreographed by three-time Tony nominee Randy Skinner, the tap-happy tuner will begin performances on September 24 and officially open on October 22. No word yet on casting for the show, which features a book and lyrics by George Haimsohn and Robin Miller, along with music by Jim Wise. Dames at Sea tells the story of Ruby, who steps off a bus from Utah and into her first Broadway show. But hours before the opening night curtain is set to rise, the cast learns that their theater is being demolished. With the help of some adoring sailors, Ruby and the cast set a plan in motion to perform the show in a naval battleship. The production will feature music supervision and vocal and dance arrangements by Rob Berman, scenic design by ... Read more