Marquis Theatre
Broadway - Etats-Unis
Construction: 1986
Topologie du théâtre
Nombre de salles actives: 1
Salle 1: (1615) 1986 - Actif
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Adresse: 1535 Broadway, New York, NY
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1615
1986 - Actif
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1) Tootsie (Original)
Joué durant actuellement
Première preview: ven. 29 mars 2019
Première: mar. 23 avril 2019
Dernière: Open end
Compositeur: David Yazbek •
Parolier: David Yazbek •
Libettiste: Robert Horn •
Metteur en scène: Scott Ellis •
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Avec: Santino Fontana (as Michael Dorsey / Dorothy Michaels), Lilli Cooper (as Julie Nichols), Sarah Stiles (as Sandy Lester), John Behlmann (as Max Van Horn), Andy Grotelueschen (as Jeff Slater), Julie Halston (as Rita Marshall), Michael McGrath (as Stan Fields), and Reg Rogers (as Ron Carlisle)
Commentaire: The Broadway premiere of Tootsie - a new musical comedy based on the beloved 1982 Dustin Hoffman-led movie - is scheduled to land on the Great White Way at the Marquis Theatre in spring 2019, beginning previews on March 29, ahead of an official opening on April 23, 2019. A world premiere pre-Broadway engagement was staged at Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theatre from September 11 through to October 14, 2018. (plus)
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25) The Illusionists - Magic of the Holidays (Original Broadway)
Joué durant 1 mois 1 semaine
Première preview: 23 November 2018
Première: 23 November 2018
Dernière: 30 December 2018
Compositeur: *** Divers •
Parolier: *** Divers •
Libettiste: *** Divers •
Metteur en scène: Neil Dorward •
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Avec: Darcy Oake, Adam Trent, Colin Cloud, Shin Lim, Chloe Crawford, and Light Balance
Commentaire: Following on from the success of the troupe's previous Broadway engagements (under the titles of Witness The Impossible, Live on Broadway, and Turn Of The Century), The Illusionists return to the Great White Way from November 23 through to December 30, 2018 in Magic Of The Holidays.
Scehduled to appear are America's Got Talent winner “The Manipulator” Shin Lim, “The Grand Illusionist” Darcy Oake, “The Futurist” Adam Trent, “The Deductionist” Colin Cloud, and “The Sorceress” Chloe Crawford, alongside special guests Light Balance. (plus)
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24) Escape to Margaritaville (Original)
Joué durant 3 mois 2 semaines
Nb de preview: 29 previews
Nb de représentations: 124 représentations
Première preview: 16 February 2018
Première: 15 March 2018
Dernière: 01 July 2018
Compositeur: Jimmy Buffet •
Parolier: Jimmy Buffet •
Libettiste: Greg Garcia • Mike O'Malley •
Metteur en scène: Christopher Ashley •
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Avec: Paul Alexander Nolan (as Tully), Alison Luff (as Rachel), Lisa Howard (as Tammy), Eric Petersen (as Brick), Don Sparks (as J.D.), Andre Ward (as Jamal), and Rema Webb (as Marley)
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Bringing sunshine, rest and relaxation to the bustling heart of Times Square, Jimmy Buffett's musical Escape to Margaritaville describes itself as not just a musical, but a way of life.
Directed and choreographed respectively by Christopher Ashley and Kelly Devine - the duo that brought you the smash hit musical Come From Away - Escape to Margaritaville features a parrothead's dream playlist of Jimmy Buffett classics such as "Fins," "Why Don't We Get Drunk," "Son of a Son of a Sailor," "Cheeseburger in Paradise," and, of course, "Margaritaville." It also features a scenic design by Walt Spangler that is as luxuriously tropical as it is functional. Indeed, the Marquis Theatre has been transformed into a paradise island getaway, complete with cabanas, margarita machines and bouncing beach balls, that feels like a summer vacation no matter what time of year you decide to visit.
Buffett's hits have been woven unashamedly into a book by Greg Garcia and Mike O'Malley that follows the pursuits of Tully and Rachel, two individuals mismatched by attitudes and ideologies, whose shared attraction is destined to overcome life's many obstacles. He is a singer/bartender at the Hotel Margaritaville, enjoying the easy life and staying clear of the fast lane (and relationship commitments). She is an environmental scientist, who can't survive without a wi-fi connection, and strives to save the world. Escape to Margaritaville explores how two characters from two different worlds can evolve and find comprimises on a search for true happiness - a search they both didn't necessarily realise they were undertaking.
Aside from our two protagonists, there is a wealth of comic relief spilling from the stage in the form of two subplot love stories, as Tammy, an underappreciated and body-shamed bride-to-be, meets Brick, an unassuming and simple guy, who loves her just the way she is, and as Marley, manager of the Hotel Margaritaville, finally gives in to the advances of the often drunken, seaplane pilot J.D. (albeit whilst she fantasizes he is actually Denzel Washington).
If you are in the mood for some piña colada-infused light-hearted entertainment, where sing-alongs are actively encouraged, then book an escape to Maragaritaville today...
Cheeseburger in Paradise, anyone??? (plus)
Presse: "If you’re not drunk or a Parrothead, as Mr. Buffett's fans are called, you’re in trouble." Jesse Green for New York Times
"Of course Jimmy Buffett’s new Broadway jukebox musical “Escape to Margaritaville” comes with a lost shaker of salt. But what’s with the sparkly zombie kickline, fat-shaming fiancé and so-called super potato that can power appliances? Somebody’s had too many margaritas. But so it goes in this musical that may fit the bill if you’re in the mood for a breezy but dopey diversion. A few pre-theater margaritas may enhance things." Joe Dziemianowicz for New York Daily News
"Along with more than two dozen songs from Buffett’s tropical-burnout catalog, the show offers steel drums, jean shorts, palm trees and dancers dressed as fluffy white clouds. It’s often hokey and sometimes pokey. But I’ll level with you: I had fun." Adam Feldman for Time Out New York
"Here's a quick test to determine if you're the target audience for the new musical based on the songs of Jimmy Buffett. If you're immediately able to add the words "and screw" to the song title "Why Don't We Get Drunk" then it's a pretty safe bet you'll enjoy Escape to Margaritaville." Frank Scheck for Hollywood Reporter
"Parrotheads, be warned that there aren’t enough parrots in this show. (Can somebody do something about that?) Otherwise, the hedonistic spirit of Buffett’s feel-good “gulf and western” music is on flamboyant display in this witless but colorful songbook musical custom-tailored for the fans." Marilyn Stasio for Variety
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23) Black to the Future (Original Broadway)
Joué durant 1 mois 1 semaine
Nb de représentations: 6 représentations
Première preview: 12 September 2016
Première: 12 September 2016
Dernière: 24 October 2016
Compositeur: *** Divers •
Parolier: *** Divers •
Libettiste: *** Divers •
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Avec: Lewis Black
Commentaire: This production played Monday evenings only while On Your Feet! was dark. (plus)
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22) On Your Feet! (Original)
Joué durant 1 an 9 mois 2 semaines
Nb de preview: 34 previews
Nb de représentations: 746 représentations
Première preview: 05 October 2015
Première: 05 November 2015
Dernière: 20 August 2017
Compositeur: Emilio Estefan • Gloria Estefan •
Parolier: Emilio Estefan • Gloria Estefan •
Libettiste: Alexander Dinelaris •
Metteur en scène: Jerry Mitchell •
Chorégraphe: Sergio Trujillo •
Avec: Ana Villafañe (Gloria Estefan), Josh Segarra (Emilio Estefan), Andréa Burns (Gloria Fajardo), Alma Cuervo (Consuelo), Alexandria Suarez (Little Gloria), Noah Johnston (Little Emilio), Karmine Alers, Yassmin Alers, David Baida, Natalie Caruncho, Henry Gainza, Linedy Genao, Carlos E. Gonzalez, Nina Lafarga, Genny Lis Padilla, Omar Lopez-Cepero, Hector Maisonet, Marielys Molina, Felix Monge, Doreen Montalvo, Liz Ramos, Eliseo Roman, Luis Salgado, Marcos Santana, Martín Solá , Brett Sturgis, Eric Ulloa, Tanairi Vasquez et Lee Zarrett
Commentaire: The show begins previews on October 5th, following a month long tryout in Chicago. In the director's chair is two time Tony Award winner Jerry Mitchell (Kinky Boots, La Cage Aux Folles), while the choreography will come courtesy of Sergio Trujillo (Jersey Boys). The cast is yet to be announced.
Never mind Jay-Z and Beyonce, the Estefans were the original superstar music couple. She is one of the biggest selling singers of all time, while he's the mastermind producer behind dozens of massive names. What's better still is the story of their rise to fame, a true rags to riches tale, which is as close to the American dream as you can get. On Your Feet! is a new Jukebox musical which charts their careers and relationship, all soundtracked by Estefan's genre-defining greatest hits, including 'Rhythm is Gonna Get You' and 'Words Get in the Way', as well as some all-new tracks. (plus)
Presse: "The recipe may be familiar, but the flavor is fresh in 'On Your Feet!,' the half-formulaic, half-original and undeniably crowd-pleasing musical about the lives of Emilio and Gloria Estefan." Charles Isherwood for New York Times
"A paint-by-numbers portrait can still be colorful — and a kick. Case in point: 'On Your Feet!,' a predictable but entertaining show about Gloria Estefan and her music-producer husband Emilio." Joe Dziemianowicz for New York Daily News
"A serviceable jukebox musical." Adam Feldman for Time Out New York
"'On Your Feet!'... is a fine addition to the ranks of jukebox musicals." Mark Kennedy for Associated Press
"Already proving a solid crowdpleaser in previews, the show features a star-making lead performance from radiant newcomer Ana Villafane." David Rooney for Hollywood Reporter
"Newcomer Ana Villafane (who originated the role in the show’s Chicago premiere) is a knockout in the leading role, the dazzling centerpiece of this flashy, splashy spectacle helmed by Jerry Mitchell." Marilyn Stasio for Variety
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21) Jekyll Hyde (Revival)
Joué durant 3 semaines
Nb de preview: 15 previews
Nb de représentations: 29 représentations
Première preview: 05 April 2013
Première: 18 April 2013
Dernière: 12 May 2013
Compositeur: Frank Wildhorn •
Parolier: Leslie Bricusse •
Libettiste: Leslie Bricusse •
Metteur en scène: Jeff Calhoun •
Chorégraphe: Jeff Calhoun •
Avec: Constantine Maroulis (Henry Jekyll/Edward Hyde), Deborah Cox (Lucy Harris), Teal Wicks (Emma Carew), Laird Mackintosh (John Utterson), Richard White (Sir Danvers Carew), David Benoit (The Bishop Of Basingstoke)
Commentaire: The revival opened on Broadway at the Marquis Theatre on April 5, 2013 (previews), officially on April 18. Originally scheduled to play a limited engagement through June 30, 2013, the production announced shortly after opening that it was to close early, on May 12. It closed that day following 29 regular performances and 15 previews. (plus)
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20) Evita (Revival)
Joué durant 9 mois 3 semaines
Nb de preview: 26 previews
Nb de représentations: 337 représentations
Première preview: 12 March 2012
Première: 05 April 2012
Dernière: 26 January 2013
Compositeur: Andrew Lloyd Webber •
Parolier: Tim Rice •
Libettiste: Tim Rice •
Metteur en scène: Michael Grandage •
Chorégraphe: Rob Ashford •
Avec: Elena Roger (Eva Perón), Ricky Martin (Ché), Michael Cerveris (Juan Perón), Max von Essen (Magaldi), Rachel Potter (Perón's Mistress), Ashley Amber, George Lee Andrews, Eric L. Christian, Kristine Covillo, Colin Cunliffe, Margot de la Barre, Bradley Dean, Melanie Field, Bahiyah Sayyed Gates, Constantine Germanacos, Laurel Harris, Nick Kenkel, Brad Little, Erica Mansfield, Emily Mechler, Sydney Morton, Jessica Lea Patty, Kristie Dale Sanders, Timothy Shew, Michaeljon Slinger, Johnny Stellard, Alex Michael Stoll, Daniel Torres
Commentaire: When the original principals\' contracts were up, the producers chose to close the show rather than replace them. Before deciding to close, they had hoped for a starry set of replacements. Antonio Banderas, Marc Anthony, Enrique Iglesias, Ramin Karimloo and Raul Esparza were all being considered to play Che, though they were not able to reach any deals. Additionally, Lea Michele and Sierra Boggess were possibilities for the role of Eva (although the producers declined to comment on whether or not either actress was approached).
The production failed to recoup its investment. It would have had to play 63 weeks to return the initial investment. It only played 46 weeks. Budgeted at $9M. (plus)
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19) Follies (Revival)
Joué durant 4 mois 1 semaine
Première preview: 07 August 2011
Première: 12 September 2011
Dernière: 22 January 2012
Compositeur: Stephen Sondheim •
Parolier: Stephen Sondheim •
Libettiste: James Goldman •
Metteur en scène: Eric Schaeffer •
Chorégraphe: Warren Carlyle •
Avec: Sally Durant Plummer ... Bernadette Peters / Solange LaFitte ... Mary Beth Peil / Hattie Walker ... Jayne Houdyshell / Stella Deems ... Terri White / Heidi Schiller ... Rosalind Elias / Emily Whitman ... Susan Watson / Carlotta Campion ... Elaine Paige / Phyllis Rogers Stone ... Jan Maxwell / Benjamin Stone ... Ron Raines / Buddy Plummer ... Danny Burstein
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18) Wonderland (Original Broadway)
Joué durant 1 mois
Nb de preview: 30 previews
Nb de représentations: 33 représentations
Première preview: 21 March 2011
Première: 14 April 2011
Dernière: 15 May 2011
Compositeur: Frank Wildhorn •
Parolier: Jack Murphy •
Libettiste: Phoebe Hwang •
Metteur en scène: Gregory Boyd •
Chorégraphe: Marguerite Pomerhn Derricks •
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17) White Christmas (Revival)
Joué durant 1 mois 1 semaine
Nb de preview: 13 previews
Nb de représentations: 51 représentations
Première preview: 13 November 2009
Première: 22 November 2009
Dernière: 03 January 2010
Compositeur: Irving Berlin •
Parolier: Irving Berlin •
Libettiste: David Ives • Paul Blake •
Metteur en scène: Walter Bobbie •
Chorégraphe: Randy Skinner •
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16) 9 to 5 (Original Broadway)
Joué durant 4 mois 1 semaine
Nb de preview: 24 previews
Nb de représentations: 148 représentations
Première preview: 07 April 2009
Première: 30 April 2009
Dernière: 06 September 2009
Compositeur: Dolly Parton •
Parolier: Dolly Parton •
Libettiste: Patricia Resnick •
Metteur en scène: Joe Mantello •
Chorégraphe: Andy Blankenbuehler •
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Presse: "Overinflated whoopee cushion" (Ben Brantley-New York Times) / "If you're looking for a little diversion, it will do the trick from 8 to 10:15." (Joe Dziemianowicz-New York Daily News) / "Goofily entertaining show." (Elisabeth Vincentelli-New York Post) / "It plunges one into a mindlessly passive euphoria." (John Simon-Bloomberg) / "If seeing Y-chromosome-addled cartoon characters get their due is your idea of an empowering experience, or at least a good time, 9 to 5 has your number." (Elysa Gardner-USA Today) / "Lavish and harmless entertainment" (Linda Winner-NewsDay) / "Unquestionably entertaining and likely to be pleasing Broadway audiences for some time." (Erik Haagensen-Back Stage) / ""9 To 5" rates a 5 for content but the razzle dazzle factor earns a 9. Depending on your taste for mindless extravaganza, the show's overall score is somewhere in between." (Roma Torre-NY1) "This overblown musical is bound to cause a division between critics looking for freshness and audience members all too eager for theatrical comfort food." (Frank Scheck-Hollywood Reporter) / ""9 to 5: The Musical" is a mixed bag. Savor it for Parton's songs and the three women who sing most of them. They make the case for the show being more than just another workday event." (Michael Kuchwara-Associated Press) / "The promising material and terrific performers are too often sold short by clumsy story-building, overwhelming sets and unfocused direction." (David Rooney-Variety)"
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15) White Christmas (Original Broadway)
Joué durant 1 mois 1 semaine
Nb de preview: 12 previews
Nb de représentations: 53 représentations
Première preview: 14 November 2008
Première: 23 November 2008
Dernière: 04 January 2009
Compositeur: Irving Berlin •
Parolier: Irving Berlin •
Libettiste: David Ives • Paul Blake •
Metteur en scène: Walter Bobbie •
Chorégraphe: Randy Skinner •
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14) Drowsy Chaperone (The) (Original Broadway)
Joué durant 1 an 8 mois
Nb de preview: 32 previews
Nb de représentations: 674 représentations
Première preview: 03 April 2006
Première: 01 May 2006
Dernière: 30 December 2007
Compositeur: Greg Morrison • Lisa Lambert •
Parolier: Greg Morrison • Lisa Lambert •
Libettiste: Bob Martin • Don McKellar •
Metteur en scène: Casey Nicholaw •
Chorégraphe: Casey Nicholaw •
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13) Woman in White (The) (Original Broadway)
Joué durant 3 mois
Nb de preview: 20 previews
Nb de représentations: 109 représentations
Première preview: 28 October 2005
Première: 17 November 2005
Dernière: 19 February 2006
Compositeur: Andrew Lloyd Webber •
Parolier: David Zippel •
Libettiste: Charlotte Jones •
Metteur en scène: Trevor Nunn •
Chorégraphe: Wayne McGregor •
Avec: Maria Friedman (Marian Halcombe), Michael Ball (Count Fosco), Angela Christian (Anne Catherick), Adam Brazier (Walter Hartright), Jill Paice (Laura Fairlie), Ron Bohmer (Sir Percival Glyde), Walter Charles (Mr. Fairlie)
Commentaire: The Broadway production - a slightly shortened version - opened in November 2005, generally to negative reviews, with the feeling it was not a terrible show, just very unexciting. During the run Maria Friedman was taken ill and missed a number of performances while she underwent treatment for breast cancer. In a surprise decision, the Broadway show closed in February - a week before the London version. It had given just 109 regular performances and 20 previews. The producers cited Maria Friedman's frequent absences (as well as the negative reviews) as difficult obstacles to overcome. (plus)
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12) Cage aux Folles (La) (Revival)
Joué durant 6 mois 2 semaines
Nb de preview: 31 previews
Nb de représentations: 229 représentations
Première preview: 11 November 2004
Première: 09 December 2004
Dernière: 26 June 2005
Compositeur: Jerry Herman •
Parolier: Jerry Herman •
Libettiste: Harvey Fierstein •
Metteur en scène: Jerry Zaks •
Chorégraphe: Jerry Mitchell •
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11) Thoroughly Modern Millie (Original Broadway)
Joué durant 2 ans 2 mois
Nb de preview: 32 previews
Nb de représentations: 903 représentations
Première preview: 19 March 2002
Première: 18 April 2002
Dernière: 20 June 2004
Compositeur: Jeanine Tesori •
Parolier: Dick Scanlan •
Libettiste: Dick Scanlan • Tom Morris •
Metteur en scène: Michael Mayer •
Chorégraphe: Rob Ashford •
Avec: Millie Dillmount ... Sutton Foster / Jimmy Smith ... Gavin Creel / Mrs. Meers ... Harriet Harris / Mr. Trevor Graydon ... Marc Kudisch / Muzzy Van Hossmere ... Sheryl Lee Ralph / Miss Dorothy Brown ... Angela Christian / Bun Foo ... Francis Jue / Ching Ho ... Ken Leung / Miss Flannery ... Anne L. Nathan / Ensemble/Other Roles ... Kate Baldwin
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10) Annie get your gun (Revival)
Joué durant 2 ans 6 mois
Nb de preview: 35 previews
Nb de représentations: 1046 représentations
Première preview: 02 February 1999
Première: 04 March 1999
Dernière: 01 September 2001
Compositeur: Irving Berlin •
Parolier: Irving Berlin •
Libettiste: Dorothy Fields • Herbert Fields •
Metteur en scène: Graciela Daniele •
Chorégraphe: Graciela Daniele •
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9) Peter Pan - The musical (Revival)
Joué durant 1 mois 1 semaine
Nb de preview: 3 previews
Nb de représentations: 48 représentations
Première preview: 20 November 1998
Première: 23 November 1998
Dernière: 03 January 1999
Compositeur: Jule Styne • Moose Charlap •
Parolier: Adolph Green • Betty Comden • Carolyn Leigh •
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Metteur en scène: Glenn Casale •
Chorégraphe: Patti Colombo •
Avec: Barbara McCulloh (Mrs. Darling, Grown-Up Wendy), Elisa Sagardia (Wendy Darling), Chase Kniffen (John Darling), Drake English (Michael Darling), Dana Solimando (Liza, Tiger Lily), Buck Mason (Nana), Paul Schoeffler (Mr. Darling, Captain Hook), Cathy Rigby (Peter Pan), Alon Williams (Curly), Janet Higgins (First Twin), Doreen Chila (Second Twin), Scott Bridges (Slightly), Aileen Quinn (Tootles, Jane), Michael Nostrand (Mr. Smee), Tony Spinosa (Cecco), Sam Zeller (Gentleman Starkey), Randy Davis (Noodler), Buck Mason (Bill Jukes, Croc- odile); Pirates and Indians: Kim Arnett, Randy Davis, Jeffrey Elsass, Casey Miles Good, Buck Mason, Brian Shepard, Roger Preston Smith, Tony Spinosa, Sam Zeller
Commentaire: Cette actuelle de Peter Pan met en vedette Cathy Rigby, qui avait déjà joué dans les revivals à Broadway en 1990 et 1991. La revival de cette saison a débuté au Marquis Theatre en novembre pour un total de quarante-huit représentations, puis est revenu en avril pour 166 représentations supplémentaires au Gershwin Theatre, pour un total de 214 représentations. Il y a eu deux changements majeurs de distribution pour la reprise d’avril : Barry Cavanagh a joué le rôle de John Darling, et Hally McGehean les rôles de Tootles et Jane. (plus)
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8) Capeman (The) (Original)
Joué durant 1 mois 4 semaines
Nb de preview: 59 previews
Nb de représentations: 68 représentations
Première preview: 01 December 1997
Première: 29 January 1998
Dernière: 28 March 1998
Compositeur: Paul Simon •
Parolier: Derek Walcott • Paul Simon •
Libettiste: Derek Walcott •
Metteur en scène: Mark Morris •
Chorégraphe: Mark Morris •
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Presse: Initial mainstream press reviews of The Capeman were overwhelmingly negative, though most had some praise for Simon's music.
Ben Brantley, reviewer for the New York Times, gave a very negative review, calling the show a "sad, benumbed spectacle" which was "unparalleled in its wholesale squandering of illustrious talents". He praised Simon's Songs From The Capeman album, but said that the translation to stage was lacking: "Everything in the music melts together; practically nothing that's said, done and shown on the stage seems to connect with anything else." Brantley admired Anthony and Blades' talents, but criticized the writing of their character, saying that Anthony "has been given no proper role to play". He wrote that the historical footage of Agron stole the show, especially young Sal's media statements that his mother could watch him burn. "Nothing that Mr. Anthony or Mr. Blades does in The Capeman begins to approach the disturbing complexity of that image."[3] However The Capeman was included in the New York Times year end Top Ten list for music in Theater.
There was a minority that appreciated the play, but these were generally outside the mainstream. An article in The Progressive suggests cultural factors that led to the bad reviews, citing mainstream backlash against Simon's disparagement of the Broadway system, and discomfort with racial and ethnic themes in the Broadway core audience. The article points out that reviews were generally positive among two groups: out of town critics, and non-white New York critics.
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7) Victor Victoria (Original)
Joué durant 1 an 9 mois
Nb de preview: 25 previews
Nb de représentations: 734 représentations
Première preview: 03 October 1995
Première: 25 October 1995
Dernière: 27 July 1997
Compositeur: Frank Wildhorn • Henry Mancini •
Parolier: Frank Wildhorn • Leslie Bricusse •
Libettiste: Black Edwards •
Metteur en scène: Black Edwards •
Chorégraphe: Rob Marshall •
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6) Damn Yankees (Revival)
Joué durant 1 an 5 mois
Nb de preview: 18 previews
Nb de représentations: 718 représentations
Première preview: 14 February 1994
Première: 03 March 1994
Dernière: 06 August 1995
Compositeur: Richard Adler •
Parolier: Jerry Ross •
Libettiste: Douglas Wallop • George Abott •
Metteur en scène: Jack O'Brien •
Chorégraphe: Rob Marshall •
Avec: Joe Boyd … Dennis Kelly
Joe Hardy … Jarrod Emick
Applegate … Victor Garber
Lola … Bebe Neuwirth
Meg Boyd … Linda Stephens
Van Buren … Dick Latessa
Gloria Thorpe … Vicki Lewis
Welch … Terrence P. Currier
Sister … Susan Mansur
Bomber … Michael Berresse
Smokey … Jeff Blumenkrantz
Betty … Paula Leggett Chase
Henry … Bruce Anthony Davis
Bubba … Cory English
Mickey … John Ganun
Sohovik … Gregory Jbara
Kitty … Cynthia Onrubia
Vernon … Joey Pizzi
Del … Scott Robertson
Photographer … Amy Ryder
Donna … Nancy Ticotin
Ozzie … Michael Winther
Rocky … Scott Wise
Rita … Amy Ryder
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5) Man of la Mancha (Revival)
Joué durant 3 mois
Nb de preview: 28 previews
Nb de représentations: 108 représentations
Première preview: 31 March 1992
Première: 24 April 1992
Dernière: 26 July 1992
Compositeur: Mitch Leigh •
Parolier: Joe Darion •
Libettiste: Dale Wasserman •
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4) Nick and Nora (Original)
Joué durant 1 semaine
Nb de preview: 71 previews
Nb de représentations: 9 représentations
Première preview: 08 October 1991
Première: 08 December 1991
Dernière: 15 December 1991
Compositeur: Charles Strouse •
Parolier: Richard Jr Maltby •
Libettiste: Arthur Laurents •
Metteur en scène: Arthur Laurents •
Chorégraphe: Tina Paul •
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Presse: In his review in Time, William A. Henry III called the production "a crashing bore - cranky and arbitrary as a love story, tedious and pointless as a murder mystery, ham-handed as comedy, clubfooted as dance, at best wanly pleasant as music." He added, "A few scenes work, some quite well. The final 10 minutes achieve a truth and simplicity underscoring the barren brittleness of what has gone before. But ultimately the show fails at its most basic task: making audiences care about, or for that matter simply believe in, the characters."
Frank Rich in his review in the New York Times wrote:"...this musical will no doubt always be remembered, and not without fondness, for its troubled preview period, its much-postponed opening, its hassles with snooping journalists and its conflict with the city's Consumer Affairs Commissioner. Indeed, the story of 'Nick and Nora' in previews, should it ever be fully known, might in itself make for a riotous, 1930's-style screwball-comedy musical. But the plodding show that has emerged from all this tumult is, a few bright spots notwithstanding, an almost instantly forgettable mediocrity."
Because of its mediocre reception, the musical is often referred to as "Nick & Snore-a".
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Revival
3) Gypsy (Revival)
Joué durant 3 mois 1 semaine
Première preview: 18 April 1991
Première: 18 April 1991
Dernière: 28 July 1991
Fait partie de: Broadway Run 2
Compositeur: Jule Styne •
Parolier: Stephen Sondheim •
Libettiste: Arthur Laurents •
Metteur en scène: Arthur Laurents •
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Parolier: Stephen Sondheim •
Libettiste: Arthur Laurents •
Metteur en scène: Arthur Laurents •
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