Hedwig and the Angry Inch 2014 - Articles Page 5.8

Run Time:
1 hour and 35 minutes, with no intermission
Ages: 16+
Opened: April 22, 2014
Closing: September 13, 2015

Hedwig and the Angry Inch - 2014 - Broadway History , Info & More

Belasco Theatre (Broadway)
111 West 44th St. New York, NY

John Cameron Mitchell stars on Broadway in HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH, Mitchell and Stephen Trask's landmark American musical, directed by Tony Award winner Michael Mayer (Spring Awakening). Heartbreaking and wickedly funny, this raucously entertaining show has inspired a generation.

Brilliantly innovative and raucously entertaining, Hedwig has inspired a generation. The show was called "the Best Rock Musical Ever" by Rolling Stone and "the most exciting rock score written for the theatre since, oh, ever," by Time Magazine.

Winner of the 2014 Best Musical Revival Tony Award.

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Up on the Marquee: HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH with John Cameron Mitchell!
by Walter McBride - January 22, 2015


Original star of Hedwig and the Angry Inch, John Cameron Mitchell, returns to the role he co-created with Stephen Trask for eight weeks, beginning tonight, January 21, opposite Tony Award winner Lena Hall, who continues with the production as Yitzhak. Below, check out the new marquee!

FREEZE FRAME Exclusive: John Cameron Mitchell Preps for Return to HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH!
by Walter McBride - January 21, 2015


Original star of Hedwig and the Angry Inch, John Cameron Mitchell, returns to the role he co-created with Stephen Trask for eight weeks, beginning tonight, January 21, opposite Tony Award winner Lena Hall, who continues with the production as Yitzhak. Below, check out an exclusive photo of Mitchell as he preps for his opening night!

John Cameron Mitchell Returns to the Stage as HEDWIG Tonight
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2015


Original star of Hedwig and the Angry Inch, John Cameron Mitchell, returns to the role he co-created with Stephen Trask for eight weeks, beginning tonight, January 21, opposite Tony Award winner Lena Hall, who continues with the production as Yitzhak.

Photo Flash: HEDWIG Star John Cameron Mitchell's Eyes Gaze Out from the Belasco
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2015


Original star of Hedwig and the Angry Inch, John Cameron Mitchell, will return to the role he co-created with Stephen Trask for eight weeks this January, opposite Tony Award winner Lena Hall, who continues with the production as Yitzhak. HEDWIG just posted a photo of the 'new eyes' being hung outside the Belasco - check it out below!

Photo Flash: HEDWIG Goes Vintage with New Promo Collage Featuring John Cameron Mitchell
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2015


Original star of Hedwig and the Angry Inch, John Cameron Mitchell, will return to the role he co-created with Stephen Trask for eight weeks this January, opposite Tony Award winner Lena Hall, who continues with the production as Yitzhak. HEDWIG just unveiled some vintage promo art for Mitchell's return, and you can check it out below!

John Cameron Mitchell Will Bring Old Material Back to HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH When He Joins Cast on 1/18
by Nicole Rosky - January 15, 2015


Original star of Hedwig and the Angry Inch, John Cameron Mitchell, is set to return to the role he co-created with Stephen Trask for eight weeks this January, opposite Tony Award winner Lena Hall, who continues with the production as Yitzhak. In a recent interview with the New York Times, Mitchell opened up about stepping back into Hedwig's heels. He told NYT: 'I've only just started to realize why I want to play Hedwig now, and it's not some stunt to sell tickets. It's to break up the rut that I'm in - the complacency.'

HEDWIG's Neil Patrick Harris Talks 2015 GRAMMY Nomination and More
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2015


In an interview with Billboard, Tony-winning Hedwig and the Angry Inch star Neil Patrick Harris talked about this year's Best Musical Theater Album Grammy nomination for the Broadway show's cast recording, plus his overall experience acting in the award-winning production.

HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH Donates $200K to the Hetrick-Martin Institute
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2015


Hedwig and the Angry Inch, the hit musical revival and winner of four 2014 Tony Awards now playing at the Belasco Theatre (111 West 44th Street), is pleased to announce a third donation has been made to Hetrick-Martin Institute (HMI) as part of the show's ongoing partnership with the organization. This donation of $200,000 brings the total raised by Hedwig for HMI to $400,000 in less than one year.

HEDWIG's Lena Hall and The Deafening to Play the Highline Ballroom Next Week
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2015


Marcus Linial Presents Tony winner Lena Hall with The Deafening at The Highline Ballroom for One Night Only on January 26, 2015.

Photo Flash: HEDWIG Team 'Works In' John Cameron Mitchell at the Belasco
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2014


Stephen Trask posted a photo on Friday of the team rehearsing with John Cameron Mitchell at the Belasco, along with the caption: 'DAY 1 at The Belasco with @LenaRockerHall, @TitsofClay and the whole @HedwigOnBway team working in the new guy.' Check it out below!

STAGE TUBE: HEDWIG's Michael C. Hall Performs 'Midnight Radio' in Don Hill Tribute Show
by Anna Bencivengo - December 8, 2014


Yesterday Michael C. Hall, Hedwig and the Angry Inch composer/lyricist/co-creator Stephen Trask and punk rockers Tits of Clay (the off-stage alter ego of the band performing as the Angry Inch in the current Broadway production of the show) returned to the site of the show's genesis- the world-famous Don Hill's, now re-opened as The Hills NYC- to play a special Hedwig-themed tribute to legendary booker, promoter and club owner Don Hill.

STAGE TUBE: HEDWIG's Stephen Trask Performs 'Midnight Radio', New Song and More
by Stage Tube - December 1, 2014


Hedwig and the Angry Inch composer/lyricist Stephen Trask recently stopped by 'A-Sides with Jon Chattman' on The Huffington Post to talk about his work, the Tonys, and to perform 'Midnight Radio,' as well as another original song. Watch it all below!

STAGE TUBE: HEDWIG's Lena Hall Visits 'Jared's Broadway Boos'
by Sally Henry Fuller - November 29, 2014


Jared Zirilli, of Broadway LYSISTRATA JONES and touring WE WILL ROCK YOU and WICKED, as well as Off Broadway FAT CAMP, BULLETS OVER BROADWAY, BARE, and TWILIGHT THE MUSICAL plus The Alley Theatre's A FEW GOOD MEN brings you the latest 'Jared's Broadway Boo's' # 70 with Tony Winner Lena Hall. Check it out below!

Lena Hall, Fred Schneider and Miriam Shor Join Next Month's Don Hill Tribute Concert
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2014


On December 7, Hedwig and the Angry Inch composer/lyricist/co-creator Stephen Trask and punk rockers Tits of Clay (the off-stage alter ego of the band performing as the Angry Inch in the current Broadway production of the show) return to the site of the show's genesis-the world famous Don Hill's, soon to re-open as The Hills NYC-to play a special Hedwig-themed tribute to legendary booker, promoter and club owner Don Hill.

He's Pulling the Wig Back Down from the Shelf! John Cameron Mitchell to Join HEDWIG on Broadway for 8 Weeks!
by Robert Diamond - November 20, 2014


It's been rumored since early in the new production's run -- and now it's official! Original star John Cameron Mitchell will return to the role he co-created with composer/lyricist Stephen Trask in their musical Hedwig and The Angry Inch, which they debuted in the 1998 hit Off-Broadway production. Mitchell will step into the role on Broadway at the Belasco Theatre starting Wednesday, January 21 for a strictly limited eight week engagement. Mitchell will join co-star and Tony Award winner Lena Hall who continues with the production as Yitzhak.

Michael C. Hall Extends Run in HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH on Broadway
by Tyler Peterson - November 10, 2014


Golden Globe and Drama Desk Award winner Michael C. Hall has extended his limited engagement in Hedwig and the Angry Inch. Hall will play his final performance in the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Revival on Sunday, January 18. Casting for the next Hedwig will be announced in the coming weeks.

John Cameron Mitchell Confirms He Will Not Return to HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH
by Anna Bencivengo - November 10, 2014


Original Hedwig star John Cameron Mitchell dispelled rumors that he may be returning to the show when Michael C. Hall ends his Broadway run on January 4, 2015.

Original Star John Cameron Mitchell to Return to HEDWIG?
by BWW News Desk - November 5, 2014


The New York Post's Page Six writes that original star and creator of off-Broadway's HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH John Cameron Mitchell could be returning to the show after Michael C. Hall ends his Broadway run on January 4, 2015.

VIDEO: HEDWIG's Michael C. Hall Reveals How NPH & Andrew Rannells Helped Him Prepare for Role on 'Late Night'
by Caryn Robbins - November 4, 2014


HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH's Michael C. Hall stopped by this week's 'Late Night with Seth Meyers' and explained how the two previous stars of the Broadway hit, Neil Patrick Harris and Andrew Rannells, 'passed the wig' to him this fall when he took over the role.

Twitter Watch: Michael C. Hall Finds Missing HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH Wig?
by BWW Staff - November 3, 2014


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the iconic blond wig worn by East German Rocker Hedwig (aka star Michael C. Hall) during Broadway's hit musical Hedwig and the Angry Inch, has gone missing. On Twitter, Hedwig and the Angry Inch had this to say @HedwigOnBway: Hed-wigged Art Moore backstage w/ #MCH on @KellyandMichael The case of the missing wig remains unsolved

Hedwig and the Angry Inch FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Hedwig and the Angry Inch have there been?
Hedwig and the Angry Inch has had 8 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1998, Off-Broadway which opened in 1998, London Fringe which opened in 2005, New York which opened in 2006, Off-Broadway which opened in 2007, Broadway which opened in 2014, US Tour which opened in 2016 and US Tour which opened in 2016.
What Tony Awards has Hedwig and the Angry Inch been nominated for?
Hedwig and the Angry Inch has been nominated for the following Tony Awards: Best Costume Design of a Musical for Arianne Phillips, Best Direction of a Musical for Michael Mayer, Best Lighting Design of a Musical for Kevin Adams, Best Revival of a Musical for The Shubert Organization, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Eric Schnall, Stacey Mindich, Martian Entertainment, Sharon Karmazin, Ruth Hendel, Colin Callender, Paula Marie Black, Raise the Roof, Patrick Catullo, Latitude Link, Barbara Whitman, Jayne Baron Sherman, David Binder, Best Scenic Design of a Musical for Julian Crouch, and Best Sound Design of a Musical for Tim O'Heir.
What Tony Awards has Hedwig and the Angry Inch won?
Hedwig and the Angry Inch has won the following Tony Awards: Best Costume Design of a Musical for Arianne Phillips, Best Direction of a Musical for Michael Mayer, Best Lighting Design of a Musical for Kevin Adams, Best Revival of a Musical for The Shubert Organization, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Eric Schnall, Stacey Mindich, Martian Entertainment, Sharon Karmazin, Ruth Hendel, Colin Callender, Paula Marie Black, Raise the Roof, Patrick Catullo, Latitude Link, Barbara Whitman, Jayne Baron Sherman, David Binder, Best Scenic Design of a Musical for Julian Crouch, and Best Sound Design of a Musical for Tim O'Heir.
What awards has Hedwig and the Angry Inch been nominated for?
Hedwig and the Angry Inch has been nominated for several awards including Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Michael Mayer, Outstanding Revival of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for Neil Patrick Harris and Lena Hall, and Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical at the Drama League Awards for Hedwig and the Angry Inch. The show also received nominations for Outstanding Lighting Design (Play or Musical) at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Kevin Adams and Outstanding Revival of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway) at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Hedwig and the Angry Inch.
What awards has Hedwig and the Angry Inch won?
Hedwig and the Angry Inch has won several awards, including Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Michael Mayer, Outstanding Revival of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for the show itself, Distinguished Performance Awards at the Drama League Awards for Neil Patrick Harris and Lena Hall, and Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical at the Drama League Awards for Hedwig and the Angry Inch. The show also received the Outstanding Lighting Design (Play or Musical) award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Kevin Adams, as well as the Outstanding Revival of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway) award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Hedwig and the Angry Inch.
What are the songs in Hedwig and the Angry Inch and what's the order?
Tear Me Down
The Origin of Love
Sugar Daddy
Angry Inch
Wig in a Box
Wicked Little Town
The Long Grift
Hedwig's Lament
Exquisite Corpse
Midnight Radio

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