We’re now about halfway through the 2022-2023 Broadway season, and there are currently seven productions of musicals set to open this spring. Could we be seeing any of them contend at this year’s Tony Awards? Below, find the plot description of each musical as well as the awards history of its author, cast, creative team, and the opening and (where applicable) closing dates.
“Bad Cinderella” (previews begin February 17; opens March 23)
In this loose adaptation of the classic fairy tale, the fields are idyllic, the prince is charming, and the townsfolk are ravishing in the beautiful kingdom of Belleville. One stubborn peasant stands in the way of absolute perfection: Cinderella. To those in Belleville, the damsel is the distress.
This musical features a book by Oscar winner Emerald Fennell, music by six-time Tony winner Andrew Lloyd Webber, and lyrics by Tony winner David Zippel. The production previously premiered in...
“Bad Cinderella” (previews begin February 17; opens March 23)
In this loose adaptation of the classic fairy tale, the fields are idyllic, the prince is charming, and the townsfolk are ravishing in the beautiful kingdom of Belleville. One stubborn peasant stands in the way of absolute perfection: Cinderella. To those in Belleville, the damsel is the distress.
This musical features a book by Oscar winner Emerald Fennell, music by six-time Tony winner Andrew Lloyd Webber, and lyrics by Tony winner David Zippel. The production previously premiered in...
- 1/20/2023
- by Jeffrey Kare
- Gold Derby
Exclusive: Micah Stock — a Tony Award-nominated actor known for his work across film, television and the stage — has signed with Gersh for representation.
Stock will soon be seen in a series regular role on FX’s drama series Kindred, adapted from the award-winning novel by Octavia E. Butler, which premieres on Hulu on December 13. The actor plays Kevin Franklin, who quickly becomes integral to the story of Dana James (Mallori Johnson), a young Black woman and aspiring writer who, while settling into her new home, finds herself being violently pulled back and forth in time, from contemporary Los Angeles to a 19th-century plantation, a place remarkably and intimately linked with Dana and her family.
Kindred has been adapted for the small screen by writer and showrunner Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, who exec produces alongside Darren Aronofsky and Ari Handel of Protozoa Pictures, as well as Joe Weisberg, Joel Fields, Courtney Lee-Mitchell and Jules Jackson.
Stock will soon be seen in a series regular role on FX’s drama series Kindred, adapted from the award-winning novel by Octavia E. Butler, which premieres on Hulu on December 13. The actor plays Kevin Franklin, who quickly becomes integral to the story of Dana James (Mallori Johnson), a young Black woman and aspiring writer who, while settling into her new home, finds herself being violently pulled back and forth in time, from contemporary Los Angeles to a 19th-century plantation, a place remarkably and intimately linked with Dana and her family.
Kindred has been adapted for the small screen by writer and showrunner Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, who exec produces alongside Darren Aronofsky and Ari Handel of Protozoa Pictures, as well as Joe Weisberg, Joel Fields, Courtney Lee-Mitchell and Jules Jackson.
- 10/27/2022
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Washington, July 20: Katie Holmes is returning to Broadway in her first major project since her divorce from Tom Cruise.
The 33-year-old actress will star in Theresa Rebeck's 'Dead Accounts,' a five character comedy that will be directed by three-time Tony Award winner Jack O'Brien, CBS News reported.
According to the New York Times, Holmes will play a "fairly unglamorous" character named Lorna, who lives with her aging parents.
The 33-year-old actress will star in Theresa Rebeck's 'Dead Accounts,' a five character comedy that will be directed by three-time Tony Award winner Jack O'Brien, CBS News reported.
According to the New York Times, Holmes will play a "fairly unglamorous" character named Lorna, who lives with her aging parents.
- 7/20/2012
- by Amith Ostwal
- RealBollywood.com
More change is in the air for Katie Holmes, who recently served husband Tom Cruise with divorce papers. She's set to join the cast of Broadway play "Dead Accounts."
She'll play a 30-something woman who is still living with her parents in Cincinnati when her brother arrives home bearing tons of money and a missing wife. The Theresa Rebeck-penned play (Rebeck was one of "Smash's" co-creators) is set to open sometime in fall 2012, though a firm date hasn't yet been set. Jack O'Brien is attached to direct, according to The Wrap.
Photo Gallery: Katie and Tom through the years
Holmes made her Broadway debut -- to middling reviews -- in 2008 when she starred opposite John Lithgow and Dianne Wiest in Arthur Miller's "All My Sons."
What do you think Zappers: Will Katie's career re-ignite now that she's split from Tom?...
She'll play a 30-something woman who is still living with her parents in Cincinnati when her brother arrives home bearing tons of money and a missing wife. The Theresa Rebeck-penned play (Rebeck was one of "Smash's" co-creators) is set to open sometime in fall 2012, though a firm date hasn't yet been set. Jack O'Brien is attached to direct, according to The Wrap.
Photo Gallery: Katie and Tom through the years
Holmes made her Broadway debut -- to middling reviews -- in 2008 when she starred opposite John Lithgow and Dianne Wiest in Arthur Miller's "All My Sons."
What do you think Zappers: Will Katie's career re-ignite now that she's split from Tom?...
- 7/19/2012
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Pop2it
Get ready to see a lot more of Katie Holmes in New York City. The actress, 33, is returning to Broadway this fall in the dark comedy Dead Accounts, it was announced Thursday. She made her Broadway debut in 2008 in the revival of Arthur Miller's All My Sons alongside John Lithgow, Dianne Wiest and Patrick Wilson. In the new show, Holmes will play Lorna, a woman looking for answers about her brother's surprising return home. Additional casting news has yet to be released. The show, to be directed by Jack O'Brien, will play at the Music Box Theatre.In the...
- 7/19/2012
- by Rennie Dyball
- PEOPLE.com
New York (AP) -- Katie Holmes will be returning to the Broadway stage in her first major project since announcing her divorce from Tom Cruise.The actress will star in Theresa Rebeck's "Dead Accounts," a five character comedy that will be directed by three-time Tony Award winner Jack O'Brien.The play will open on Broadway this fall at the Music Box Theatre. Dates and other casting news will be announced later.The play will mark Holmes' first return to Broadway since appearing in the 2008 production of "All My Sons."Rebeck, who was a driving force in the first season of NBC's "Smash," has written several plays, including "Seminar" and "Mauritius." Read more...
- 7/19/2012
- by tooFab Staff
- TooFab
Today in 2005, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels openend at the Imperial Theatre, where it ran for 627 performances.Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is a Broadway musical, with music and lyrics by David Yazbek and a book by Jeffrey Lane it is based on the 1988 film of the same name. The director was Jack O'Brien, choreographer was Jerry Mitchell, scenic design by David Rockwell, costume design by Gregg carves, and lighting design was by Kenneth Posner. The cast included John Lithgow, Norbert Leo Butz, and Sherie Rene Scott, with Joanna Gleason and Gregory Jbara.
- 3/3/2012
- by Stage Tube
- BroadwayWorld.com
Hugh Jackman has revealed that he will return to Broadway with a role in Houdini. The Australian Tony Award winner, who recently finished a two-month run in his record-breaking one-man show Hugh Jackman, Back on Broadway, will debut as magician Harry Houdini in the new musical in 2013. Academy Award winner Aaron Sorkin will make his Broadway debut as the librettist for the production, while Stephen Schwartz has created the music and lyrics. Jack O'Brien has been revealed as the director of the musical, and it will be produced and designed by Scott Sanders and David Rockwell. Jackman said in a statement: "I have been deeply fascinated by the life of Harry Houdini since I was young, and in many ways I've been preparing for this role my whole life. I am thrilled to be collaborating with this collection of artists who are (more)...
- 1/5/2012
- by By Rebecca Davies
- Digital Spy
[1] That Hugh Jackman loves musicals and the theater isn't a secret, so it's not surprising that he's set to make his return to Broadway in the 2013-2014 season. What makes this particular appearance extra special, however, is that he'll be hitting the stage as the lead of Houdini, the librettist debut of Aaron Sorkin. (This is a completely separate project from the other Houdini [2], a film by director Francis Lawrence.) Three-time Tony Award winner Jack O'Brien is slated to direct, with Stephen Schwartz writing the music. More details after the jump. Houdini has been in development for a few years [3] already, but it's nice to finally have a date to look forward to. According to Sorkin [4], the musical will revolve around "epic battle that took place between the world’s greatest illusionist and a trio of women, known as ‘Spiritualists,’ who convinced millions of people, including the editors of Scientific...
- 1/4/2012
- by Angie Han
- Slash Film
'I've been preparing for this role my whole life,' actor says.
By Jocelyn Vena
Hugh Jackman
Photo: Ethan Miller/ Getty Images
Hugh Jackman is ready to hit the Great White Way once again. The actor has been confirmed to take the stage as the lead in "Houdini" Deadline reports.
"I have been deeply fascinated by the life of Harry Houdini since I was young, and in many ways I've been preparing for this role my whole life," Jackman said in a statement. "I am thrilled to be collaborating with this collection of artists who are all at the top of their game."
The play, written by "The Social Network" screenwriter Aaron Sorkin, will open during the 2013/2014 season. Sorkin will work with composer Stephen Schwartz and director Jack O'Brien.
"Rather than being a biography, 'Houdini,' told in a contemporary tone, tells the story of an epic battle that took...
By Jocelyn Vena
Hugh Jackman
Photo: Ethan Miller/ Getty Images
Hugh Jackman is ready to hit the Great White Way once again. The actor has been confirmed to take the stage as the lead in "Houdini" Deadline reports.
"I have been deeply fascinated by the life of Harry Houdini since I was young, and in many ways I've been preparing for this role my whole life," Jackman said in a statement. "I am thrilled to be collaborating with this collection of artists who are all at the top of their game."
The play, written by "The Social Network" screenwriter Aaron Sorkin, will open during the 2013/2014 season. Sorkin will work with composer Stephen Schwartz and director Jack O'Brien.
"Rather than being a biography, 'Houdini,' told in a contemporary tone, tells the story of an epic battle that took...
- 1/4/2012
- MTV Movie News
'I've been preparing for this role my whole life,' actor says.
By Jocelyn Vena
Hugh Jackman
Photo: Ethan Miller/ Getty Images
Hugh Jackman is ready to hit the Great White Way once again. The actor has been confirmed to take the stage as the lead in "Houdini" Deadline reports.
"I have been deeply fascinated by the life of Harry Houdini since I was young, and in many ways I've been preparing for this role my whole life," Jackman said in a statement. "I am thrilled to be collaborating with this collection of artists who are all at the top of their game."
The play, written by "The Social Network" screenwriter Aaron Sorkin, will open during the 2013/2014 season. Sorkin will work with composer Stephen Schwartz and director Jack O'Brien.
"Rather than being a biography, 'Houdini,' told in a contemporary tone, tells the story of an epic battle that took...
By Jocelyn Vena
Hugh Jackman
Photo: Ethan Miller/ Getty Images
Hugh Jackman is ready to hit the Great White Way once again. The actor has been confirmed to take the stage as the lead in "Houdini" Deadline reports.
"I have been deeply fascinated by the life of Harry Houdini since I was young, and in many ways I've been preparing for this role my whole life," Jackman said in a statement. "I am thrilled to be collaborating with this collection of artists who are all at the top of their game."
The play, written by "The Social Network" screenwriter Aaron Sorkin, will open during the 2013/2014 season. Sorkin will work with composer Stephen Schwartz and director Jack O'Brien.
"Rather than being a biography, 'Houdini,' told in a contemporary tone, tells the story of an epic battle that took...
- 1/4/2012
- MTV Music News
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