Xanadu 2007 - Articles Page 1.8

Run Time:
90 minutes, with no intermission
Opened: July 10, 2007
Closing: September 28, 2008

Xanadu - 2007 - Broadway History , Info & More

Based on the film of the same name, Xanadu centers on a Greek muse who is sent to earth to inspire Californians during the 1980s. While on earth, she meets and falls in love with an artist and helps him realize his dreams.

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Marty Thomas Of 'Xanadu' Crowned Mr. Broadway
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2008


Marty Thomas, Mr. Xanadu, was crowned as winner of the 2nd Annual Broadway Beauty Pageant held Monday evening at New World Stages. Daniel Robinson (Mr. Hairspray) was named runner up.

The Quest To Make The Great White Way Greener
by Faetra Petillo - April 25, 2008


In honor of Earth Day, GreenDimes, the largest, most trusted full-service company that gets rid of junk mail today teamed up with Broadway. On April 22nd and 23rd every person that saw the musicals Xanadu, Spring Awakening and Legally Blonde received a free Platinum subscription to Green Dimes. Here, GreenDimes founder Pankaj Shah and Producer Tara Smith talk to BWW about how this program came about and their goals to make the great white way a greener place.

Cheyenne Jackson To Star In New York Inspired Film
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2008


In his first prominent role since being cast as lead character Sonny in Broadway's runaway hit Xanadu, stunning young actor Cheyenne Jackson has just signed on to appear in Director Chuck Griffith's highly anticipated, New York-inspired film, Shifting the Canvas.

'Xanadu' T-Shirt Design Contest Winner Announced!
by BWW News Desk - April 9, 2008


The 'Share Your Xanadu T Shirt Design Contest' has found a winner. Sharon Kramer's t shirt design was hand-picked by the cast from among over 50 submissions. Her winning t shirt will be printed as a limited edition and sold at the Helen Hayes Theatre merchandise booth.

Xanadu Sneak Peek Contest Grand Prize Winner Announced!
by Contests Broadway - April 4, 2008


The Producers of Broadway's critically acclaimed surprise hit, XANADU, and the show's Director of Merchandise Karen Davidov, are pleased to announce the XANADU THE BOOK! SERIOUSLY! Sneak Peek and contest presented by BroadwayWorld.com, which will lead to the upcoming release of XANADU THE BOOK! SERIOUSLY! The showbook was conceived by world renowned graphic designers and collaborators Mark Melnick and Chip Kidd, who USA TODAY called 'the closest thing to a rock star in graphic design today.'

Jackson and Butler To Do Signing 4/3 At InMotion
by BWW News Desk - April 2, 2008


The InMotion store in Grand Central Stadium will be doing a signing tomorrow, April 3rd at 4:30 PM with Xanadu stars Kerry Butler and Cheyenne Jackson.

BroadwayWorld Exclusive Sneak Peek Contest: Winner #4 Announced!
by Contests Broadway - April 2, 2008


The Producers of Broadway's critically acclaimed surprise hit, XANADU, and the show's Director of Merchandise Karen Davidov, are pleased to announce the XANADU THE BOOK! SERIOUSLY! Sneak Peek and contest presented by BroadwayWorld.com, which will lead to the upcoming release of XANADU THE BOOK! SERIOUSLY! The showbook was conceived by world renowned graphic designers and collaborators Mark Melnick and Chip Kidd, who USA TODAY called 'the closest thing to a rock star in graphic design today.' Click now to see advance pages and enter to win your own copy!

Kyle Dean Massey Joins 'Xanadu' Cast 4/14
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2008


On Tuesday, April 15th, Kyle Dean Massey will join the cast of Xanadu in the multiple roles played by Curtis Holbrook whose final show will be Sunday, April 13th.

BroadwayWorld Exclusive Sneak Peek Contest: Winner #3 Announced!
by Contests Broadway - March 29, 2008


The Producers of Broadway's critically acclaimed surprise hit, XANADU, and the show's Director of Merchandise Karen Davidov, are pleased to announce the XANADU THE BOOK! SERIOUSLY! Sneak Peek and contest presented by BroadwayWorld.com, which will lead to the upcoming release of XANADU THE BOOK! SERIOUSLY! The showbook was conceived by world renowned graphic designers and collaborators Mark Melnick and Chip Kidd, who USA TODAY called 'the closest thing to a rock star in graphic design today.' Click now to see advance pages and enter to win your own copy!

BroadwayWorld Exclusive Sneak Peek Contest #3: Xanadu The Book! Seriously!
by Contests Broadway - March 28, 2008


The Producers of Broadway's critically acclaimed surprise hit, XANADU, and the show's Director of Merchandise Karen Davidov, are pleased to announce the XANADU THE BOOK! SERIOUSLY! Sneak Peek and contest presented by BroadwayWorld.com, which will lead to the upcoming release of XANADU THE BOOK! SERIOUSLY! The showbook was conceived by world renowned graphic designers and collaborators Mark Melnick and Chip Kidd, who USA TODAY called 'the closest thing to a rock star in graphic design today.' Click now to see advance pages and enter to win your own copy!

BroadwayWorld Exclusive Sneak Peek Contest: Winner #2 Announced!
by Contests Broadway - March 27, 2008


The Producers of Broadway's critically acclaimed surprise hit, XANADU, and the show's Director of Merchandise Karen Davidov, are pleased to announce the XANADU THE BOOK! SERIOUSLY! Sneak Peek and contest presented by BroadwayWorld.com, which will lead to the upcoming release of XANADU THE BOOK! SERIOUSLY! The showbook was conceived by world renowned graphic designers and collaborators Mark Melnick and Chip Kidd, who USA TODAY called 'the closest thing to a rock star in graphic design today.' Click now to see advance pages and enter to win your own copy!

BroadwayWorld Exclusive Sneak Peek Contest #2: Xanadu The Book! Seriously!
by Contests Broadway - March 26, 2008


The Producers of Broadway's critically acclaimed surprise hit, XANADU, and the show's Director of Merchandise Karen Davidov, are pleased to announce the XANADU THE BOOK! SERIOUSLY! Sneak Peek and contest presented by BroadwayWorld.com, which will lead to the upcoming release of XANADU THE BOOK! SERIOUSLY! The showbook was conceived by world renowned graphic designers and collaborators Mark Melnick and Chip Kidd, who USA TODAY called 'the closest thing to a rock star in graphic design today.' Click now to see advance pages and enter to win your own copy!

BroadwayWorld Exclusive Sneak Peek Contest: Winner #1 Announced
by Contests Broadway - March 25, 2008


The Producers of Broadway's critically acclaimed surprise hit, XANADU, and the show's Director of Merchandise Karen Davidov, are pleased to announce the XANADU THE BOOK! SERIOUSLY! Sneak Peek and contest presented by BroadwayWorld.com, which will lead to the upcoming release of XANADU THE BOOK! SERIOUSLY! The showbook was conceived by world renowned graphic designers and collaborators Mark Melnick and Chip Kidd, who USA TODAY called 'the closest thing to a rock star in graphic design today.' Click now to see advance pages and enter to win your own copy!

BroadwayWorld Exclusive Sneak Peek Contest: Xanadu The Book! Seriously!
by Contests Broadway - March 24, 2008


The Producers of Broadway's critically acclaimed surprise hit, XANADU, and the show's Director of Merchandise Karen Davidov, are pleased to announce the XANADU THE BOOK! SERIOUSLY! Sneak Peek and contest presented by BroadwayWorld.com, which will lead to the upcoming release of XANADU THE BOOK! SERIOUSLY! The showbook was conceived by world renowned graphic designers and collaborators Mark Melnick and Chip Kidd, who USA TODAY called 'the closest thing to a rock star in graphic design today.' Click now to see advance pages and enter to win your own copy!

Boys Night at 'Xanadu' Every Wednesday, Beginning March 12
by BWW News Desk - March 5, 2008


Due to popular demand, Xanadu has decided to make every Wednesday night (starting March 12) 'Boys Night at Xanadu!'

Boys' Night at 'Xanadu' Returns February 26
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2008


Due to the sold out success of the first Boy's Night at Xanadu, a second one has been added on Tuesday, February 26 at the 7PM performance)

'Xanadu' Skates at Macy's on Valentine's Day
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2008


Kerry Butler and Cheyenne Jackson will join the cast of Broadway's hit musical Xanadu at a special Valentine's Day performance on Thursday, February 14 on the Main Floor at Macy's Herald Square

Broadway Art Goes Digital: Xanadu!
by Norn Cutson - January 22, 2008


Last year, BroadwayWorld premiered the stunning Broadway digital art of Norn Cutson. Now, Norn is proud to share his portrait of the cast of Xanadu!

Photo Coverage: 'Xanadu' CD Release Party & Performance
by Linda Lenzi - January 12, 2008


On Thursday, January 10, 2008 the entire cast of the hit Broadway musical Xanadu appeared in the popular 'Live at Lincoln' series at Barnes & Noble to celebrate the release of the original cast recording!

Photo Coverage: 'Xanadu' CD Signing Party
by Linda Lenzi - January 12, 2008


On Thursday, January 10, 2008 the entire cast of the hit Broadway musical Xanadu appeared in the popular 'Live at Lincoln' series at Barnes & Noble to celebrate the release of the original cast recording!

Photo Flash: 'Xanadu' Celebrates New Year & 200th Performance
by BWW - January 3, 2008


The cast and crew of Broadway's Xanadu celebrated its 200th performance and New Year's Eave with a champagne reception on-stage at the Helen Hayes Theatre.

'Xanadu' Cast Celebrate & Sign CDs at Barnes & Noble Jan.10
by BWW News Desk - January 1, 2008


On Thursday, January 10, 2008 the entire cast of the hit Broadway musical Xanadu will appear in the popular 'Live at Lincoln' series at Barnes & Noble to celebrate the release of the original cast recording!

GYPSY OF THE MONTH: André Ward of 'Xanadu'
by Adrienne Onofri - December 19, 2007


Venturing out of the chorus, André has had a lead in 'Pippin' regionally and a featured role in an ABC soap storyline.

Xanadu FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Xanadu have there been?
Xanadu has had 5 productions including New York which opened in 2006, New York which opened in 2006, Broadway which opened in 2007, Broadway which opened in 2007 and US Tour which opened in 2010.
What Tony Awards has Xanadu been nominated for?
Xanadu has been nominated for the Tony Awards for Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical for Douglas Carter Beane, and Best Choreography for Dan Knechtges.
What awards has Xanadu been nominated for?
Xanadu has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for Dan Knechtges, Outstanding New Broadway Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Douglas Carter Beane, and Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Christopher Ashley.
What awards has Xanadu won?
Xanadu has won several awards, including Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for Dan Knechtges, Outstanding New Broadway Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Douglas Carter Beane, and Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Christopher Ashley.
What are the songs in Xanadu and what's the order?
I'm Alive
Magic
Evil Woman
Suddenly
Whenever You're Away From Me
Dancin'
Strange Magic
All Over the World
Don't Walk Away
Fool
The Fall
Suspended in Time
Have You Ever Been Mellow?
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