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SEASON SHOW SEASON SHOW PHOTOS: MATTHEW MURPHY MARCH 8-20, 2016 The quintessential backstage musical comedy classic, 42ND STREET is the song-and-dance fable of Broadway with an American Dream story and includes some of the greatest songs ever written, such as We re In The Money, Lullaby of Broadway, Shuffle Off To Buffalo, Dames, I Only Have Eyes For You and of course 42nd Street. Based on a novel by Bradford Ropes and Busby Berkeley s 1933 movie, 42ND STREET tells the story of a starry-eyed young dancer named Peggy Sawyer who leaves her Allentown home and comes to New York to audition for the new Broadway musical Pretty Lady. When the leading lady breaks her ankle, Peggy takes over and becomes a star. With a book by Michael Stewart and Mark Bramble, music by Harry Warren and lyrics by Al Dubin, this sparkling new production will be directed by co-author Mark Bramble and choreographed by Randy Skinner, the team who staged the 2001 Tony Award -winning Best Musical Revival. OLD-FASHIONED, LAVISH SHOWMANSHIP. VARIETY Blake Stadnik as Billy Lawlor (center) and Company in We re in the Money PHOTO: CHRIS BENNION Written by WOODY ALLEN Based on the Screenplay of the Film BULLETS OVER BROADWAY by Woody Allen and Douglas McGrath Original Direction and Choreography by SUSAN STROMAN APRIL 19 MAY 1, 2016 Hailed by Time Magazine as, Musical Theatre Gold!, BULLETS OVER BROADWAY is the hilarious musical comedy about the making of a Broadway show. Written by Woody Allen, with original direction and choreography by Susan Stroman and based upon the screenplay of the acclaimed film by Woody Allen and Douglas McGrath, BULLETS OVER BROADWAY is the story of a young playwright who, in desperate need of financial backing for his next show, accepts an offer he can t refuse from a mobster looking to please his showgirl girlfriend.
SEASON SHOW SEASON SHOW PRE-BROADWAY WORLD PREMIERE PHOTOS: MATTHEW MURPHY Kerstin Anderson as Maria Rainer and the von Trapp children. JUNE 7 JULY 3, 2016 The end is near. Only one sponge can save the day. But he s going to need help from some of the greatest songwriters in rock and pop music history. THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL unleashes anarchic absurdity under the sea and on Broadway. Conceived and directed by Tina Landau (Steppenwolf Theatre Company), it delivers a tidal wave of original music by songwriting royalty like John Legend, Cyndi Lauper, The Flaming Lips, T.I., Lady Antebellum, and Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith. THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL is a rousing tale of a simple sea sponge who faces the unfathomable. It s a celebration of unbridled hope, unexpected heroes, and pure theatrical invention. THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL will be produced by Nickelodeon. WITH WILD THEATRICAL POSSIBILITY, SPONGEBOB IS A LAYERED ENSEMBLE COMEDY, FULL OF TRIPPY HUMOR AND IRREVERENCE, ABOUT A CLASSIC UNDERDOG ON A VERY REAL HERO S JOURNEY. TINA LANDAU THIS LINEUP SOUNDS LESS LIKE SONGWRITERS FOR THE MUSICAL ADAPTATION OF A POPULAR SHOW AND MORE LIKE PERFORMERS AT A GRAMMY AWARDS CEREMONY. FORBES JUNE 7-19, 2016 THE HILLS ARE ALIVE! A brand new production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC, directed by three-time Tony Award winner Jack O Brien, is coming to Chicago. The spirited, romantic and beloved musical story of Maria and the von Trapp Family will once again thrill audiences with its Tony, Grammy and Academy Award winning Best Score, including My Favorite Things, Do-Re-Mi, Climb Ev ry Mountain, Edelweiss and the title song. THE SOUND OF MUSIC enjoyed extraordinary success as the first live television production of a musical in over 50 years when The Sound of Music Live! aired on NBC in December, 2013 and was seen by over 44 million people. 2015 marks the 50th anniversary of the film version, which continues to be the most successful movie musical in history. The Los Angeles Times raves THE SOUND OF MUSIC is Sparkling, fresh and lively.
SEASON SHOW SEASON SHOW PHOTOS: JOAN MARCUS Original Broadway Cast. NOVEMBER 2-13, 2016 One of the most groundbreaking productions ever to hit Broadway, FUN HOME is the winner of five 2015 Tony Awards including Best Musical. Based on Alison Bechdel s best-selling graphic memoir, FUN HOME features music by Jeanine Tesori, book and lyrics by Lisa Kron and direction by Sam Gold, whose work on this production earned them the 2015 Tony Awards for Best Score, Best Book and Best Direction. FUN HOME introduces us to Alison at three different ages, revealing memories of her uniquely dysfunctional family her mother, brothers and volatile, brilliant, enigmatic father that connect with her in surprising new ways. Chicago Tribune raves Exquisite. An emotional powerhouse that never lets you out of its embrace for a moment. The New York Times exclaims The best new musical to open this season. A rare beauty that pumps fresh air into Broadway. NOVEMBER 22 DECEMBER 4, 2016 FINDING NEVERLAND is Broadway s biggest new hit and the winner of Broadway.com s Audience Choice Award for BEST MUSICAL! This breathtaking smash captures the kid-at-heart (Time Magazine). Vogue cheers, it s a mustsee you ll remember for years to come! Directed by visionary Tony winner Diane Paulus, FINDING NEVERLAND tells the incredible story behind one of the world s most beloved characters: Peter Pan. Playwright J.M. Barrie struggles to find inspiration until he meets four young brothers and their beautiful widowed mother. Spellbound by the boys enchanting make-believe adventures, he sets out to write a play that will astound London theatergoers. With a little bit of pixie dust and a lot of faith, Barrie takes this monumental leap, leaving his old world behind for Neverland where nothing is impossible and the wonder of childhood lasts forever. The magic of Barrie s classic tale springs spectacularly to life in this heartwarming theatrical event. FINDING NEVERLAND is far and away the best musical of the year! (NPR). PHOTO: CAROL ROSEGG Laura Michelle Kelly Original Broadway Cast.
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