Lysistrata Jones 2011 - Articles Page 1.8

Run Time:
2 hours and 30 minutes, with one intermission
Opened: December 14, 2011
Closing: January 08, 2012

Lysistrata Jones - 2011 - Broadway History , Info & More

The Athens University basketball team hasn't won a game in 30 years. But when spunky transfer student Lysistrata Jones (Patti Murrin) dares the squad's fed-up girlfriends to stop ‘giving it up' to their boyfriends until they win a game, their legendary losing streak could be coming to an end. In this boisterous new musical comedy, Lyssie J. and her girl-power posse give Aristophanes' classic comedy a sexy, modern twist and take student activism to a whole new level.

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FEATURED REVIEWS FOR Lysistrata Jones

STAGE REVIEW Lysistrata Jones
7 / 10

The show has its charms, particularly Lewis Flynn's surprisingly hook-filled score, the reliably hilarious one-liners by book writer Douglas Carter Beane, and some fine comic performances. But too much of the time, it plays like a slightly raunchier version of a Nickelodeon or Disney Channel sitcom, rife with predictable plotlines and broad cultural and racial stereotypes.

Broadway's 'Lysistrata Jones' is no slam dunk
6 / 10

While no theatrical air ball, 'Lysistrata Jones' isn't a slam dunk, either. It's got terrific songs by Lewis Flinn and an energetic cast, but the book is too derivative, a few of the actors seem overmatched, the choreography from Dan Knechtges is merely serviceable, and there aren't enough killer jokes...When it was stumbled upon at Judson Memorial Church, there was a surprising jolt: The quality was really high in such an unusual place. But the show is now wilting under the white lights of Broadway and the air is seeping out of the ball.

TV: Go Inside the Opening Night of LYSISTRATA JONES on Broadway!
by Robert Diamond - December 16, 2011


Everybody's talking about LYSISTRATA JONES this week which opened earlier this week to great reviews. Now, Broadway Beat and host Richie Ridge takes you inside the show's opening night with interviews of all the show's stars & more!

Photo Coverage: LYSISTRATA JONES Opens on Broadway!
by Peter James Zielinski - December 18, 2011


Lysistrata Jones began preview performances Saturday, November 12th at the Walter Kerr Theatre and opened officially last night, December 14, 2011. BroadwayWorld was on hand throughout the night and brings you photo coverage of the starry arrivals and curtain call below!

Photo Coverage: LYSISTRATA JONES Opening Night Party
by Linda Lenzi - December 15, 2011


Lysistrata Jones began preview performances Saturday, November 12th at the Walter Kerr Theatre and opened officially last night, December 14, 2011. After the show, the cast and creative team headed to New Liberty Theater at Famous Daves on 42nd street for their opening night party and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the fun!

STAGE TUBE: Bebe Neuwirth, Hunter Parrish & More Stop by LYSISTRATA JONES Opening Night!
by Kelsey Denette - December 14, 2011


See what some of the guests and creative team had to say as they hit the red carpet for opening night by clicking below!

Review Roundup: LYSISTRATA JONES on Broadway - All the Reviews!
by Robert Diamond - December 14, 2011


Did the show 'score' with the critics? Let's find out!

LYSISTRATA JONES Opens on Broadway Tonight!
by Jessica Lewis - December 14, 2011


Lysistrata Jones began preview performances Saturday, November 12th at the Walter Kerr Theatre and opens officially tonight, December 14, 2011. Written by Tony nominee Douglas Carter Beane and Lewis Flinn, Lysistrata Jones is directed and choreographed by Tony nominee Dan Knechtges.

TV First Look: LYSISTRATA JONES on Broadway!
by Robert Diamond - December 10, 2011


Lysistrata Jones began preview performances Saturday, November 12th at the Walter Kerr Theatre (219 W 48th Street) and will officially open on December 14, 2011. Written by Tony nominee Douglas Carter Beane and Lewis Flinn, Lysistrata Jones is directed and choreographed by Tony nominee Dan Knechtges. The first video montage from the production has been released -- check it out!

Photo Flash: First Look at LYSISTRATA JONES on Broadway!
by Jessica Lewis - December 8, 2011


Lysistrata Jones began preview performances Saturday, November 12th at the Walter Kerr Theatre and will officially open on December 14, 2011. Written by Tony nominee Douglas Carter Beane and Lewis Flinn, Lysistrata Jones is directed and choreographed by Tony nominee Dan Knechtges. Production shots have just been released and below, BroadwayWorld brings you a very first look!

LYSISTRATA JONES Announces Rush Policy!
by Nicole Rosky - November 15, 2011


Broadway's new musical comedy Lysistrata Jones announces a Student rush tickets policy. Student rush tickets are available for purchase when the box office opens at 10am for that day's performance. There is a limit of 2 tickets per person with a valid student ID. Tickets, located in the front row and other selected locations, are $25 and subject to availability.

LYSISTRATA JONES Begins Previews at the Walter Kerr Theater
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2011


Though heavily speculated since the circulation of Broadway audition notices, the New York Times has just released the news that Douglas Carter Beane's LYSISTRATA JONES will indeed head to Broadway in the fall, beginning previews at the Walter Kerr Theatre November 12, 2011 in anticipation of a December 14 opening. The production last played the basketball court of the Judson Memorial Church Gymnasium off-Broadway in Washington Square, opening on June 5. The production was presented by the Transport Group Theatre Company. The new musical features a book by Douglas Carter Beane, music and lyrics by Lewis Flinn and will be directed and choreographed by Dan Knechtges. The New York Times reports that capitalization is set at 6M for the new Broadway incarnation. Most of the off-Broadway cast wil transfer with the show.

Photo Flash: LYSISTRATA JONES Begins Previews Nov. 12
by Nicole Rosky - November 11, 2011


Broadway's new musical comedy, Lysistrata Jones, will begin preview performances this Saturday, November 12 at 8:00pm at the Walter Kerr Theatre (219 W 48th Street). Written by Tony nominee Douglas Carter Beane and Lewis Flinn and directed and choreographed by Tony nominee Dan Knechtges, Lysistrata Jones will officially open on December 14, 2011.

STAGE TUBE: LYSISTRATA JONES Cast on Inspirational Women!
by Nicole Rosky - November 10, 2011


Written by Tony nominee Douglas Carter Beane and Lewis Flinn and directed and choreographed by Tony nominee Dan Knechtges, Lysistrata Jones will begin previews November 12, 2011 and officially open on December 14, 2011. In the video belw, the cast of the show chats about women that inspire them. Click below to check it out!

STAGE TUBE: LYSISTRATA JONES Ladies Send a Message to Kris Humphries
by Nicole Rosky - November 7, 2011


The ladies of the new Broadway-bound musical LYSISTRATA JONES had the chance to meet Kris Humphries in happier days - specifically, October 12 when they shared a basketball court with him at Sports Club LA on the Upper East Side - the girls were training for their new Basketball-themed Broadway musical LYSISTRATA JONES with NBA Hall of Famer Chris Mullin. Saddened, as we all are, by the news of his split with Kim, the girls wanted to send a quick video message to help cheer him up! Check out their message to the NBS star below!

TV EXCLUSIVE: Give It Up! The Cast of LYSISTRATA JONES Reveals What LYSISTRATA Is to Them
by Jessica Lewis - November 1, 2011


We've all heard of Lysistrata, Aristophanes' heroine of the eponymous play, in which she organizes the women of Greece to withhold sex from their men until they negotiated peace. Since its premiere in Athens in 411 BC, the story has been told, and retold, and adapted and reinterpreted and re-situated. And now, musicalized in the upcoming Broadway production of Lysistrata Jones.

STAGE TUBE: LYSISTRATA JONES Goes to Basketball Camp!
by Nicole Rosky - October 28, 2011


The company of Lysistrata Jones recently spent some time in rigorous basketball training with former NBA star and Hall of Famer Chris Millen. Go behind the scenes of their training sessions below!

TV: Meet the Company of LYSISTRATA JONES!
by Broadway Beat - October 17, 2011


Last week, the company of Lysistrata Jones took some time out from some rigorous basketball training with former NBA star and Hall of Famer Chris Millen to meet the press. Broadway Beat was there to speak with the company!

Photo Coverage: NBA's Chris Millen Coaches LYSISTRATA JONES Cast!
by Monica Simoes - October 13, 2011


Today, the company of Lysistrata Jones took some time out from some rigorous basketball training with former NBA star and Hall of Famer Chris Millen to meet the press. BroadwayWorld was there for the training session and brings you full coverage below!

TV: Meet Broadway's Cast of LYSISTRATA JONES in Training with Basketball Hall of Famer Chris Millen!
by Jessica Lewis - October 13, 2011


Today, the company of Lysistrata Jones took some time out from some rigorous basketball training with former NBA star and Hall of Famer Chris Millen to meet the press. Later on we will be bringing you interviews with the cast and company, but as a teaser, check out the training session with the sports legend below!

The Cast of LYSISTRATA JONES to be Coached by NBA Hall of Famer Chris Mullin
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2011


On Thursday, October 13, NBA hall of famer Chris Mullin coaches basketball camp for the cast of Lysistrata Jones to sharpen their skills before hitting the stage.

LYSISTRATA JONES Box Office Opens Today
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2011


The Walter Kerr Theatre Box Office (219 W 48th Street) opens on Monday, October 10, 2011 for the new Broadway musical comedy Lysistrata Jones. Written by Tony nominee Douglas Carter Beane and Lewis Flinn and directed and choreographed by Tony nominee Dan Knechtges, Lysistrata Jones will begin previews November 12, 2011 and officially open on December 14, 2011.

LYSISTRATA JONES Box Office Opens Monday
by Kelsey Denette - October 7, 2011


The Walter Kerr Theatre Box Office (219 W 48th Street) opens on Monday, October 10, 2011 for the new Broadway musical comedy Lysistrata Jones. Written by Tony nominee Douglas Carter Beane and Lewis Flinn and directed and choreographed by Tony nominee Dan Knechtges, Lysistrata Jones will begin previews November 12, 2011 and officially open on December 14, 2011.

LYSSIE J. BLOG: Fierce Females- Amelia Earhart
by Nicole Rosky - October 5, 2011


Lysistrata Jones begins previews at the Walter Kerr Theatre on November 12, 2011 and opens on December 14, 2011. In the video below, Lysistrate Jones herself, Patty Murin chats abuot fierce females in history- part 1: Amelia Earhart.

Other Productions of Lysistrata Jones

2011   Off-Broadway Transport Group Production
Off-Broadway
2011   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway

Lysistrata Jones - 2011 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2012 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical Douglas Carter Beane
2012 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Douglas Carter Beane

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